If you thinking about selling your home, you will certainly need a Realtor ® to help you through the process. However, before making the call, it is helpful if you are prepared to answer some specific questions prior to setting an appointment. The following list provides some of the specific questions you should expect to be asked: Why do you want to sell? How soon do you want to sell? How long have you lived in your present home? What “major improvements” have you made to your home? Where are you moving? What do you think your … (7 comments)
If you are looking for Exhibits/Performances/Health and Wellness in Prince George's County, MD, please check out the following January, 2017 events:
Exhibit: Negro League Legends of the Mid-Atlantic & Local Sandlot Baseball Teams Marietta House Museum Glen Dale, MD Thru January 30 Loves and Hours Laurel Mill Playhouse Laurel, MD January 13-February 5 Health and Wellness: New Year, New You! Family Bootcamp Southern Regional Technology & Recreation Complex Fort Washington, MD Thru January 28 … (3 comments)
If you are planning to put your home on the market now or in the near future, here are some strategies to help you prepare.
1. Declutter. Before you put your home on the market, clear the clutter that has accumulated over the years. The most effective way may be to tackle one room at a time and divide your items into three groups: keep, donate, and toss. 2. Pack certain items. You don't want to pack all your belongings, but it helps to start boxing up items you want to keep, but won't use for a while. This could be … (14 comments)
Although spring has traditionally been the time that many buyers are motivated to enter the real estate market, buyers search for homes throughout the year. If you are in the market for a new home, here are some tips to help you get prepared.
1. Get your credit in shape. Unless you are making a cash purchase, check your credit history. This is especially important if you are a first-time buyer. That way you can make corrections to any errors, make sure your information is up-to-date, and give your credit score a boost. Federal law allows you to get a free copy … (7 comments)
diana whitepettis: New Home Ownership Program Launches in Prince George's County, MD
- 12/30/16 11:30 AM
"Pathway to Purchase" Offers Up to $10,000 Down Payment and Closing Costs for First Time Home Buyers in Prince George's County The Prince George's County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is launching a new home ownership program, entitled "Pathway to Purchase." This new program offers first-time home buyers up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance. Home buyers can purchase a home anywhere in Prince George's County. Eligible residential properties include: new construction, resale, short sales and foreclosures. DHCD will start accepting Pathway to Purchase applications on Monday, January 9th. Pathway to Purchase is a … (7 comments)
diana whitepettis: Fannie Mae Announces Changes to Short Sale Guidelines – Coming Soon!
- 08/11/14 01:26 PM
Fannie Mae Announces Changes to Short Sale Guidelines – Coming Soon! If you have had to sell short or do a deed in lieu of foreclosure, this information is for you. Fannie Mae announced that as of August 16th 2014, the waiting period to apply for a loan to purchase or refinance a home, after a short sale or deed in lieu of foreclosure will increase from 2 to 4 years. At the present time, there is a staggered waiting period which allows the homeowner to obtain a new Fannie Mae conventional loan as little as two years after the … (10 comments)
BUYER’S MINIMUM CONTRIBUTION 1.75% of purchase price or 50% of liquid assets over $3,000 (whichever is greater).
If you are thinking about buying or selling a home and need an experienced REALTOR, I’m called to serve you with personal guidance and attention. So, call me today at (301) 502-2669, visit my website: www.diana4yourhomesdesire.com or email me at dwpettis@aol.com and see for yourself!
If you are a first-time homebuyer needing assistance with down payment and closing cost in Prince George’s County, MD, this information will be of interest to you! The “My HOME” program is a key housing policy strategy used to provide affordable homeownership for low, moderate and middle income households in Prince George's County, MD. Please keep in mind that this Federally Funded program is based on a demonstrated need.
In order to get started, you must follow the steps below:
Pre-planning your garage sale has many benefits. A pre-sale check list should be an integral part of your planning and should include some the following items: Ask local authorities about permits, restrictions, advertising, and tax implications. Visit neighborhood garage sales early on the first day to see pricing and what sells best. Read other garage sale ads and write your ad to feature the broad scope of the items you are selling. Decide where the sale will take place and allow shoppers in the sales area only. Keep your house doors closed and locked if … (17 comments)
diana whitepettis: Sellers, Let’s Have a Garage Sale!
- 07/10/14 02:58 AM
Sellers, Let’s Have a Garage Sale! There’s not a better time for a garage sale than now when you are preparing to sell your home. Pre-planning your garage sale has some real benefits. The following big benefits, just to name a few, can result from a garage sale: Eliminate clutter and make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Reduce the energy and expense of moving by selling items you no longer need or haven’t used in years. Turn your unwanted items into cash and have fun doing it. The extra cash from your garage sale also will come in … (7 comments)
diana whitepettis: Participating Firms for Down Payment Assistance and Partner Match Programs in MD Have Increased!
- 07/09/14 07:28 AM
Participating Firms for Down Payment Assistance and Partner Match Programs in MD Have Increased! According to the Department of Housing and Community Development's (DHCD) blog post, three hundred local businesses and organizations have joined the Maryland Mortgage Program’s Partner Match program, the state’s fast-growing initiative to help Maryland families obtain the home of their dreams.
DHCD provides a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $2,500 to a participating partner’s financial contribution for down payment and closing cost assistance through programs such as House Keys 4 Employees, the Builder/Developer Incentive, and Community Partner Incentive. To learn how the programs can help … (4 comments)
Do you know a boy or girl, ages 6-14, who wants to learn basketball fundamentals? Check out this camp! The Department of Parks and Recreation and Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) are sponsoring a basketball camp where boys and girls will learn basketball fundamentals including conditioning, dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and strategies. All skill levels are welcome.
Place: Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center 431 Watkins Park Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Days: Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Price: $220 - … (3 comments)
Come out to salute our active and retired military men and women. Enjoy FREE tours and sample goodies. Bring your current military I.D. and receive a discount in the museum shop and get a special gift bag.
For more information, please call 301-866-1121 or log-on to www.pgparks.com
Surratt House Museum 9118 Brandywine Road, Clinton, Maryland, 20735
According to Tara-Nicholle Nelson (at USA Today), sellers, particularly those with normal homes in ordinary neighborhoods, often fail to stress selling points in their listings that first-time buyers love. While the sellers may have grown out of their home, first-time homebuyers will compare it to their rentals; therefore, the listing should highlight extra closets, pantries, and other storage. They also should emphasize built-in closets, kitchen or garage organizer systems, bookshelves, and other items that will appeal to first-time buyers seeking a clutter-free lifestyle.
Other amenities important to buyers include … (5 comments)
Effective today, July 1, the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) announced a new initiative that will help make homeownership more affordable – and more accessible – to borrowers who are veterans or active-duty military members. Under the Maryland Homefront initiative, homebuyers are eligible for a reduced interest rate on a Maryland Mortgage Program loan AND a discount on fees associated with the recently announced Maryland HomeCredit federal tax credit. According to DHCD, 161 veterans and military families have received more than $35.5 million in mortgage assistance at fixed rates of 3 … (7 comments)
Home loans are about to go on the discount rack for first-time buyers willing to spend a few hours learning the ropes of homeownership, from applying for a mortgage to choosing a contractor for a kitchen remodel. The Homeowners Armed with Knowledge program, or HAWK, was announced by the Federal Housing Administration last month as a way for homebuyers to cut their mortgage insurance premium costs by attending housing counseling classes. The idea is that the more borrowers understand about homeownership, the less likely they are to default on their loans, … (0 comments)
diana whitepettis: Fireworks Displays in Prince George's County, MD - July 3-6, 2014
- 07/01/14 01:07 AM
Below is a list of approved fireworks displays. These events have been approved through the Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department, State of Maryland or municipality hosting the event. It is strongly encouraged that you attend one of these displays. Unless otherwise noted, all events are on July 4th.
Trinity Assembly of God – July 3 7800 Good Luck Road, Lanham - Fireworks approximately 9:00 pm/dark
University of Maryland/City of College Park Parking Lot #1 Concessions at 5 – Entertainment at 7:00 – Fireworks approximately 9:00 pm/dark
City of Greenbelt Buddy Attic Park – Fireworks at approximately 9:30/dark
City of District Heights 2000 Marbury … (4 comments)
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