Indecision Can Be Expensive

With all that is going on in the world, a global pandemic, supply chain issues, highest inflation in 40 years, the economic effects of a war in Ukraine, it can be overwhelming to think about when the right time is to buy a home. On a local level, there is a pent-up demand for homes…

Bright MLS Maryland Home Demand Index

Here’s the latest Bright MLS Home Demand Index which will give insights into the pricing of current homes in the area! It’s a Moderate pace of demand for the July 2022 Washington, D.C. area with an 18.9% index change from last year plus a 1.7 % change from the prior month.

Is your Maryland Home Inventory up to date?

A current inventory of all the personal items in your home is important and even necessary, if you are faced with filing a police report or insurance claim. The homeowner is usually asked if they have a home inventory.  If not, the homeowner can reconstruct one to estimate the loss. Imagine you are in this position;…

Moving Down in an UP Market

Selling and buying a lower priced home in an “Up” market can be to your advantage.  The advantage is to maximize the sales price on your existing home and replace it with a less expensive one. Moving down in an “up” market may be to your advantage in multiple ways.  It is possible that your present home…

Showing How Earnest You Are

The expression “putting your money where your mouth is” demonstrates a monetary sincerity to what could be empty words.  In today’s competitive market where multiple offers are common, sellers want as much assurance as possible that the buyer is sincere and will close on the sale. The seller who accepts a contract expects the buyer to…

Questions to Ask Your Maryland Movers

“I’d wish I’d known that before I picked a mover.”  Having a checklist of questions might have prevented this issue.  This list of questions will provide you with things to discuss when interviewing a moving company. Fees What is the charge for packing? Does it include boxes?  If not, what do they cost and will you deliver them?…

7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them) No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to skip ahead to the fun of decorating and settling into…