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2012 

The Race for Equity Choosing the Right Loan Program Those who take property ownership seriously often look for options to build equity at a faster pace. An aggressive approach is to select a 15-year loan program over a 30-year mortgage. A 15-year loan works well for home buyers budgeting time an...
04/12/2012
Kentlands/Lakelands Dog Show Sat., May 12, 2012 9 a.m.-12 p.m.  Kentlands Green   It's been too dog-gone long since there's been a Kentlands/Lakelands Dog Show. So the Foundation and Lakelands Social Committee have teamed up for a great event for a great cause. With show categories such as "Best ...
04/11/2012
3rd Annual Book Festival Coming to Gaithersburg - Deadline Approaching for Exhibitors    Calling all authors and literary groups! Mark your calendars for the Gaithersburg Book Festival, being held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the grounds of City Hall in historic Olde Town...
04/11/2012
GO GREEN Kentlands Community Clean Up   Sat., April 14 * 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. * Kentlands Clubhouse   Join us for a Spring community clean up in Kentlands. It's a great family activity and students can earn SSL hours. Grab gloves, trash bags and pick-up sticks at the clubhouse before you head out and...
04/11/2012
Planning to Replace the Irreplaceable Parent Elder law attorneys spend a good part of their time helping families navigate the long-term care system to secure care for a senior. Many families do not realize that elder law attorneys also assist in planning for the families of seniors. Most parents...
04/10/2012
Disputed Debt Rule Delayed By FHA Previously, FHA announced a rule that would prevent mortgage borrowers with an outstanding collection debt of $1,000 or more from obtaining FHA financing.  The rule went into effect on the first of April.  Now, FHA has deferred the effective date of the rule unti...
04/10/2012
  Maryland Real Estate Commission questions and answers regarding agency and open houses   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS --- OPEN HOUSES   The Maryland Real Estate Commission is pleased to present this set of Frequently Asked Questions regarding agency and open houses. These FAQs represent the major...
04/09/2012
Make a Wish! - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs Spring flowers are blooming and the trees are loaded with blossoms in Kentlands, in Gaithersburg, Maryland.  The weather is beautiful and life is very good. The dandelions are also blooming and those that see them in their lawns are quick to dig t...
04/09/2012
Maryland Flowers Blooming For Easter In Kentlands - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs When prospective home buyers are considering various locations, we always recommend that they get out and walk around the community to see what appeals to them.  Walking is the most popular form of exercise and...
04/09/2012
"Coming Soon" Real Estate Advertisements Not Allowed  In Maryland The following guidelines are from the Maryland Real Estate Commission: HAVE YOU SEEN THIS SIGN OR ONE LIKE IT? Recently, the Commission has received inquiries about the advertising of properties when there is not a signed listing a...
04/09/2012