homes belair: What's Happening in Bel Air Right NOW?
- 12/06/08 03:38 PM
Bel Air, Maryland, Maryland Here's an up-to-the-minute snapshot of Real Estate activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015):* There are a total of 419 homes that are currently FOR SALE in Bel Air, MD 58% are detached single family homes, 20% are townhomes, and 22% are condos. Asking prices range from $101,145 to 1,350,000. The inventory is abundant; there's something for everyone's taste and budget and now's an exceptional time to buy. So, whether you're looking for that perfect first home, a decent fixer-upper, or your next buy-up -- call me for the best deal available. If you'd … (2 comments)
9 Houses SOLD Average Days on the Market (DOM) for houses sold - 146 Average Sales Price for houses sold - $368,311
Highest Sales Price - $480,000 (originally listed at 549,900) THIS IS NOT A TYPO! 8 yr-old ALL BRICK Colonial on less than 1.2 acres 5 Beds/3 Full, 1 Half Bath 96 DOM
Lowest Sales Price - $175,000(originally listed at $175,000) 18 yr-old Condo 2 Beds/2 Bath 52 DOM … (1 comments)
8 Houses SOLD Average Days on the Market (DOM) for houses sold - 95 Average Sales Price for houses sold - $257,413
Highest Sales Price - $410,000 (originally listed at 419,500) 19 yr-old Colonial on nearly 1/2 acres 3 Beds/2 Full, 1 Half Bath 102 DOM
Lowest Sales Price - $174,500 (originally listed at $185,000) 18 yr-old Townhouse 2 Beds/1 Bath 164 DOM
Above data … (0 comments)
homes belair: Quick Note to Bel Air Sellers: Don't Believe the Hype!
- 11/08/08 01:26 PM
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Home Seller, If you've been following my posts, you should be up on what's going on in Bel Air, real estate-wise. And if you haven't been following my posts, well, shame on you! Don't believe the hype that's so prevalent in "The News". Homes are selling and will continue to sell. Why? Because people need shelter and will continue to need shelter. Been that way since, well, since forever. That's just a given. So, to quickly synopsize -- Yes, it's a Buyers' Market. Absolutely, homes are selling in Bel Air and surrounds. That's correct, over $5 mil … (6 comments)
homes belair: Bel Air Market Snapshot: Week 43
- 11/07/08 08:02 AM
Last week in Bel Air, Maryland... a total of $5.4 million in real estate was SOLD! 19 Houses SOLD Average Days on the Market (DOM) for houses sold - 91 Average Sales Price for houses sold - $285,258
Highest Sales Price - $485,000 12 yr-old Brick Colonial on 1/3 acres 4 Beds/3 Full Baths
Above data is for week beginning Sunday, October, 19th and ending Saturday, October 25th for zip codes 21014 … (1 comments)
homes belair: He Who Hesitates...
- 10/31/08 05:22 PM
...loses the bid and loses the property. I guess "the market" is picking up in my neck of the woods. It's been 2 weeks and I've written 3 different offers for three different buyers. As the saying goes, "third time's the charm", but that has not been the case here in beautiful Bel Air and surrounds. You see, each of my aforementioned 3 buyers were, how should I put it, a day late and a dollar short. None of the 3 buyers' offers were accepted because another buyer (or three) beat us to the punch. He who hesitates loses. So, If you're currently … (12 comments)
11 Houses SOLD Average Days on the Market (DOM) for houses sold - 108 Average Sales Price for houses sold - $347,886
Highest Sales Price - $495,000 8 yr-old Colonial on 1/4 acre 4 Beds/3.5 Baths 10 DOM
Lowest Sales Price - $174,000 18 yr-old Condo 2 Beds/1 Full Baths 164 DOM
Above data is for week beginning Sunday, October, 5th … (1 comments)
homes belair: Bel Air, MD Housing Market Report: 3rd Quarter 2008 vs. 2007
- 10/07/08 03:33 AM
This past quarter in Bel Air... $64.4 million in real estate was SOLD 194 Homes $331,986 average sales price 121 DOM* Last year during the same time frame (July, August, September)... $82.4 million in real estate SOLD 247 Homes $333,521 average sales price 84 DOM* Quick Summary: On average, homes are staying on the market about a month longer than last year - 31% 21% less homes were sold this year vs. last year There was a negligible change in average sales price - less than 1% *Days on the market
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I know Bel Air, Maryland and surrounds. So, if … (0 comments)
homes belair: Buyer Tip: Bring Certified Funds to Your Closing
- 10/06/08 03:53 AM
The MAR (Maryland Association of Realtors) recently updated its Residential Contract of sale and I've already gone awry; the revised contract was effective October 1st and I've had to re-write a couple that were in process. Although there were several notable changes, one item remained the same. It's on the very first page, regarding the balance of the sales price (minus deposit(s)) being paid at the settlement table by means of certified check, wired funds, bank funds, or just plain ole cash. I'm paraphrasing. Interesting that this one is clearly stated and unchanged. Perhaps others have experienced a buyer arriving at the closing table without … (1 comments)
I have not seen one REO marketed with a virtual tour. I have yet to see more than 1 photo on an REO in the MLS. Many REOs have no picture in the MLS at all. Many REOs have little more in the comments field than "bank-owned" or something to that effect. I can't remember the last time I saw a complete listing in the MLS. Many REOs have no rooms at all and/or no heating/air systems if you rely on the info (or lack thereof) provided in … (3 comments)
homes belair: Back to Basics: The Local Credit Union
- 10/02/08 06:53 AM
I've always felt this way and now I have the facts and figures to back it up. I've been banking with a Credit Union for eons. I opened my first checking account at 16 when I started a part-time job as a Pinkie at Maryland General Hospital. Now, those were the days. Was I was rolling in the dough, or what? Making $6.25/hour and not a care in the world (read; bills!), I bought all the AVON I could fit into my room; Sweet Honesty was my signature fragrance back in the day. I was queen of the designer jeans, jordache, sergio valente, … (2 comments)
homes belair: Bad, Bad Photos...
- 02/06/07 10:43 PM
I was checking our MLS for some listings for a buyer and came across this little ditty.
I honestly don't know why a listing agent would market a property like this. It's such a dis-service to his seller. If you can get past not being able to see the room, you surely are asking yourself what the heck is going on outside that window on the left. Did someone just drop a nuclear bomb? Buy a decent digital camera for petesake! … (16 comments)
Hey, y'all! It's me, Lanette in Bel Air, and I love sharing my take on Real Estate and whatever else comes to mind. Read it, digest it, then let's engage in some written banter, shall we?
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