Lisa Longest's Blog

Several factors have increased the recent need of mother-in-law suites across the nation.  One in particular...Harsh economic conditions.  Many families have discovered that since its now difficult to make ends meet, it is advantageous to have multiple generations living together to hold onto the...

http://youtu.be/Yul22E8shCs The Truth is most Real Estate Agents list your home, put the sign in the yard, enter your information in the MLS system and “wait” for it to sell.  I have my Top 10 List---The Top 10 Reasons why you should list your home or property with me, Lisa Longest: 1. Experience...

Just thought this was really interesting.  Very informative.  Makes you think. http://youtu.be/QzZyUaQvpdc   My name is Lisa Longest and I work at Exit Gold Realty.  I specialize in real estate in the Stevensville Md and surrounding areas.  If I can help you or someone you know, just give me a ca...

I think this is great news for you the Seller and the Buyer.  There are very few people that know about this information although this plan has been in existence since 1975 when it was known as the circuit breaker plan for elderly homeowners.  The reason it was called the circuit breaker plan was...

You are now ready to purchase your first home.  However, the rules have changed in the real estate market.  At one time, getting a mortgage was fairly simple.  Today, it has become much more difficult.  Banks want extra, extra, extra documentation to prove that you can afford the home you want to...

Let's face it.  This is what all sellers say, especially in this market.  Not too long ago, houses flew off the market, but things have changed. With the flood of foreclosures, short sales, and excess inventory, some houses sit for a LONG time on the market, perhaps years in some cases. However, ...

This is my latest listing that I wanted to share with you: 1678 Justin Drive Gambrills Md.    The home is located in an exclusive community known as Hermitage Hills in Gambrills Maryland.  This Traditional home has been well maintained and features well over 3600 square feet of living space,4 bed...

If you're a buyer, you know how important it is to have a home inpsection.  This step alone will keep you from making a huge mistake or give you a peace of mind about purchasing the home you're interested in. Did you know that there are things you can look for before an inspection that can give y...

OPEN HOUSE NOVEMBER 13, 2011 12-4 PM This is a must see home. It is 3200 sq. ft. Cape Cod with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, oversized 2 car garage is situated on 7.1 acres overlooking a vineyard in a very nice up-scale community in Wye Mills, MD. 20 minutes from the Bay Bridge, 15 minutes from Easton ...

This doesn't happen too often so I thought I better mention it. Someone may just be interested in this. This home was built in 2000 and has approximately 2100 sq ft of living space. It offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, fireplace, sliding doors to rear deck, situated on .24 acres. It does have viny...