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Neighbors Make The Neighborhood

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

It's a Good Day in the Neighborhood 

 

When undertaking major repairs or renovations on your home, it’s important to keep your neighbors informed. Whether you are selling, remodeling, or investing in a property, kindness goes a long way. Letting them know about upcoming work, such as when the paving truck is scheduled to arrive for a new driveway, can help ease any inconveniences.

Remodeling often involves noise, the use of construction materials, and the potential to block traffic or driveways. 

This openness helps ease concerns and fosters a friendly atmosphere. Showing you care about their routines, such as adjusting for night shift workers, can make a significant difference!

Small gestures can also make a big difference. A simple wave or a friendly chat can foster goodwill and strengthen relationships for everyone involved. 

 By sharing your plans and timelines with your neighbors, you show that you care about their comfort and routines. 

This proactive communication can create a supportive atmosphere, reminiscent of the goodwill found in Mr. Rogers' neighborhood.

Being kind, fosters positive relationships and creates a supportive community. Treating others with respect benefits everyone—neighbors, Realtors®, sellers, and future interactions. A little kindness goes a long way! We can help create a smoother experience for all!

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Margaret Rome
HomeRome Realty
Broker/Owner/Realtor®

Baltimore, Maryland


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Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

I have heard that people who know their neighbors survive emergencies a lot better and that makes all the sense in the world.

Jun 11, 2025 11:05 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Good to see you, Laura Cerrano,  That does make sense.

Jun 12, 2025 07:53 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Margaret - disruption of any kind can be potentially off-putting.  Thoughtfulness, like kindness, seems the neighborly way to be.  

Jun 12, 2025 03:35 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Michael Jacobs, Neighbors get annoyed with the disruption, but by sharing the process, they may feel a sense of belonging and respond to the kindness.

 

Jun 12, 2025 08:01 PM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing a great message Margaret!!!

Small gestures can also make a big difference. A simple wave or a friendly chat can foster goodwill and strengthen relationships for everyone involved. 

Jun 12, 2025 04:02 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Sham Reddy CRS 

 And add your cheerful smile to bring the neighbors closer together.

Jun 12, 2025 08:03 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Thursday morning, Margaret.

Have a great day!

Jun 12, 2025 05:00 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

You are absolutely correct. Letting neighbors know what is going on goes a huge way towards ensuring a smooth construction job.

Jun 12, 2025 05:27 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

My neighbor MR. Wayne, mowed our grass while we were renovating the house.  He said it was a small thing to do for someone who was making his house look better.  I know the neighbors, when I bake cookies everyone gets some.  Being neighborly makes being at home feel good, no fear or dissatisfaction.

Jun 12, 2025 05:53 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518  What thoughtful neighbors!

Jun 12, 2025 08:11 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Margaret. You don't have to be best friends with your neighbors but keeping them informed about potential inconveniences can be very beneficial and a courteous thing to do. Enjoy your day. 

Jun 12, 2025 05:56 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Spoken like a real good, retired broker, Wayne Martin 

Jun 12, 2025 08:13 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Hello Miss Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 this is such a wonderful reminder that kindness has no boundaries ... it works everywhere in all situations ... even during construction and remodeling a home. 

Jun 12, 2025 06:40 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

"Kindness has no boundaries!" Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist.

Jun 12, 2025 08:20 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Margaret this is so true especially when the work is exterior work, and the workers take up all the on-street parking, and block mailboxes.  Even a little coordination between the workers and the neighbors goes a long way.

Jun 12, 2025 09:12 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Letting neighbors know what is going on goes a long way towards ensuring a smooth construction job.

Jun 12, 2025 05:27 AM
Jun 12, 2025 08:23 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks so much for sharing these thoughtful tips, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400. I really appreciate how you highlight the importance of kindness and communication. Small gestures can truly make a neighborhood feel more like home. 😊 Your insights remind us that a little consideration goes a long way!

Jun 12, 2025 02:05 PM