Easing an Aging Parent’s Transition to Assisted Living

Jerry Kline (left), realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, celebrates with Kathy Doud, on the sale of her mother’s long-time, colonial-style home in Millersville, Maryland.

Caring for an aging or infirm parent is never easy, especially when that mother, father or grandparent lives alone. When the time finally comes for a family member to transition to a more appropriate home or assisted living facility, the son, daughter or caregiver must coordinate the move in the most delicate and sensitive way.

This lovely home, located at 742 Live Oak Drive in Millersville, Maryland, was recently sold for $705,000 by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Jerry Kline, realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, recently helped a family facing this difficult situation. After nearly 40 years of living in her home in the Shipley’s Choice community of Millersville, Maryland, Mary no longer needed or wanted to live in her massive colonial. Her health and lifestyle dictated that she move to an assisted living facility, and her children contacted Jerry to help sell her home.

The family room of 742 Live Oak Drive in Millersville, Maryland. The home was recently sold for $705,000 by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Daughter Kathy and the rest of her siblings lived outside of Maryland, so they needed as much local help as possible to prepare the home for sale and handle all aspects of the transaction. Jerry dove right in to the project, helping to coordinate contractors to repair and update the home to ensure that it sold for the maximum price.

The dining room of 742 Live Oak Drive in Millersville, Maryland. The home was recently sold for $705,000 by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The property, located at 742 Live Oak Drive in Millersville, recently sold for $705,000. Mary’s transition to her new assisted living facility was seamless, and the family was very appreciative of Jerry’s efforts.

Do you or someone you know need to buy or sell a home in the greater central Maryland area? If so, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland today.

New Baby, New Job, New House!

Jerry Kline (left), Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, celebrates the new-home purchase of buyer clients Kristen & Shaun Lillard.

Shaun & Kristen Lillard have been very busy.

Having welcomed a new child and accepted Shaun’s job offer at Fort Meade, Maryland, the couple needed to find a new home to shorten Shaun’s commute from northern Virginia. The couple turned to Jerry Kline, Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to help them purchase a new property that would make their hectic life a lot easier.

This home, located at 839 Snow Valley Lane in Odenton, Maryland, was recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Jerry showed the couple a variety of properties for sale in western Anne Arundel County and southern Howard County, and the couple recently settled on a mid-sized colonial home in the Four Seasons neighborhood of Odenton, Maryland. The property is located just a five-minute drive from Shaun’s new job and is a two-minute walk from the top-rated Waugh Chapel Elementary School and the Waugh Chapel Swim Club.

The Waugh Chapel Elementary School. The school is located just a two-minute walk from a lovely colonial-style home recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Buyer interest in the home was heavy, and the Lillards’ offer was chosen over several other bids that were submitted. The couple recently moved into the home and began making cosmetic changes that better reflect their personal style and tastes.

The Waugh Chapel Swim Club serves the greater Odenton, Maryland, area. The club is located one block from a detached home recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home features newer kitchen appliances, granite kitchen countertops, a fireplace in the living room and newer windows throughout the home. The large, fenced backyard is level and offers a beautiful patio. The owner's bedroom suite boasts a full bathroom and a large updated closet. Also included is a finished basement with a full bathroom. 

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

Jerry Helps Family Sell in Odenton, Buy at Lake Linganore

Jerry Kline (left), Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, helps Jody and Chandler Rhodes celebrate the purchase of their new-construction home, located in New Market, Maryland’s, Lake Linganore community.

Chandler & Jody Rhodes had had enough of suburban townhouse living. Jody, in particular, longed to live in a more rural setting, to more fully indulge his love of the outdoors. The busy couple and their two young children also were clearly outgrowing their existing home.

Chandler and Jody recently contacted Jerry Kline to help them sell their three-story townhome in the Piney Orchard section of Odenton, Maryland. Jerry then helped the family locate and purchase a new property some 50 miles away in Frederick County, Maryland.

This home, located in the New Market, Maryland, community of Lake Linganore, was recently purchased for $799,900 by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The Rhodes’ Odenton townhome included a host of attractive updates and unique features. Jerry sold the home in three days – and for the highest price ever paid for a home in The Courts at Piney Orchard. As part of the deal, Jerry also negotiated a rent-back agreement for the sellers, which allowed them to stay in the property after settlement. This helped to make their move to their new home a bit easier.

This home, located at 2421 Winding Ridge Road in Odenton, Maryland, was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland. The home sold for $440,000, the highest price ever paid for a townhome in The Courts at Piney Orchard,

As for their new property, Chandler and Jody purchased a new-construction colonial in the Lake Linganore area of New Market, Maryland. Perched on some 3,700 acres of greenery, Lake Linganore provides access to all kinds of nature-based recreation, including boating, swimming, fishing and more. Homeowners in the Lake Linganore community have access to two private beaches, swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, a golf course, playgrounds, recreational fields and 30 miles of incredible hiking trails.

The couples’ new home boasts a stone-to-ceiling fireplace, upgraded quartz kitchen counters and cabinets, a master bedroom suite with a huge ceramic-tiled Roman shower, a two-story family room and a first-floor office. Chandler and Jody paid $799,900 for the property, and Jerry convinced the builder to provide the couple with $10,000 in closing cost assistance.

A view of the first-floor living area of 7421 Rimrock Court in New Market, Maryland’s, Lake Linganore community. The home was recently sold to buyers represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Finally, the Rhodes family has ready access to their favorite outdoor activities and tons of extra space for their growing children. If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

Jerry Sells a Beautiful Glenn Dale Colonial for $725,000

This handsome colonial located at 8107 Felbrigg Hall Road in Glenn Dale, Maryland, was recently sold for $725,000 by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

After more than 30 years of living and working in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, Paul & Christine Bliss needed to move to Boston to accommodate Christine’s new job. The stately colonial they purchased in the Glenn Dale community of Wingate in 1993 needed to be sold. The couple contacted Jerry Kline, realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property sold quickly, and Paul and Christine embarked on a new chapter in their life in New England.

Jerry Kline (right), realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, with clients Paul and Christine Bliss. Jerry recently sold the home owners’ property located at 8107 Felbrigg Hall Road in Glenn Dale, Maryland.

In the Wingate community, friendly neighbors greet each other on daily walks. Located just minutes from the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, the MARC Commuter Rail line and the D.C. Beltway, the neighborhood offers tennis courts, a playground, a community lake and beautiful single family homes on large lots.

Paul and Christine’s beautiful 4,144 sq. ft. colonial rests on a secluded and manicured ¾-acre lot. The main floor of the home features a renovated kitchen with granite counters & premium wood cabinets, an inviting family room with a brick-front fireplace, a beautiful, glass-walled conservatory that’s bounded by trees, and a double-height foyer with solid hardwood flooring. There’s also a formal dining room and living room with lovely architectural details.

The kitchen of 8107 Felbrigg Hall Road in Glenn Dale, Maryland. The home was recently sold for $725,000 by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The upper level of the home offers 4 large bedrooms -- including a mammoth master bedroom suite with an airy cathedral ceiling. The luxurious master bathroom boasts a giant soaking tub, dual vanities & a soaring ceiling with twin skylights. The upper floor also provides an updated hall bathroom with a granite-top vanity and tub/shower combo.

The conservatory of 8107 Felbrigg Hall Road in Glenn Dale, Maryland. The home was recently sold for $725,000 by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The lower level of the home features a huge family/game room, 2 large storage rooms, 4 closets, neutral paint colors, recessed lighting and another full bathroom. Finally, the exterior of the home offers a park-like, manicured yard, a large deck for hosting BBQs, and an oversized 2-car garage.

Paul and Christine were excited to work with Jerry, and were relieved and pleased when the sale was complete.

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

Jerry Helps First-Time Home Buyers Purchase in Glen Burnie

Jerry Kline, realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, celebrates the new-home purchase of clients Ariana & Tabatha.

First-time home buyers are often a little nervous about the process of purchasing a home. Applying for a mortgage, finding a property, submitting a purchase contract, dealing with inspections, working with a title company – these can all be complicated challenges.

The kitchen of 601 Mayo Road in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The home was recently sold to buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Home buying newbies Ariana & Tabatha recently contacted Jerry Kline of Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland to help guide them through the purchase of their new home. The result: the pair recently closed their purchase of a beautiful single family rancher in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

Competition for the limited number of homes available has been fierce over the last two years, and the situation was no different for Ariana & Tabatha. Multiple bids were submitted for the property Ariana & Tabatha wanted. But in the end, the seller found their offer the most attractive.

The master bedroom closet of 601 Mayo Road in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The home was recently sold to buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The home features an oversized garage, an updated kitchen and a super-sized deck for lounging & entertaining. It also offers a remarkable owner’s bedroom suite, complete with a room-size custom closet. The home’s roof-top solar panels also are important to Ariana & Tabatha.

The street view of 601 Mayo Road in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The home was recently sold to buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

The Rathkamps Purchase in Odenton’s Chapel Grove Community

Justin and Mariah Rathkamp and their two sons recently purchased an Odenton, Maryland, home with the help of Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Justin & Mariah Rathkamp and their two sons faced a tight deadline to find a new home after relocating to Maryland for Justin’s job. They turned to Jerry Kline, realtor, with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to help them locate a great property in a convenient, family friendly neighborhood.

This home, located in Odenton’s Chapel Grove community, was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

After a short search, the Rathkamps purchased a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome in Odenton’s sought-after Chapel Grove community. The neighborhood features a huge array of recreational amenities and shopping and dining options, and is served by top-rated schools. Best of all, their sons instantly found a large group of new friends to play with.

The living room of 2456 Jostaberry Way in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Justin & Mariah’s beautiful end-unit townhome features an open floor plan with 2,300 square feet of living space. The main level boasts a family room with fireplace, a half bathroom, a gourmet kitchen with dining area and bump-out flex space leading to an oversized deck. On the upper level, there’s an owner’s suite with vaulted ceilings, a custom closet, and an ensuite bath with walk-in shower, and two other bedrooms for the boys. On the lower level, there’s walk-out access to the backyard, a den/possible fourth bedroom, a full bathroom and another family room.

The master bedroom suite of 2456 Jostaberry Way in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The family’s transition to Maryland was smooth, quick and successful!

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the greater central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline (443-924-7418) with Keller Williams today!

Sold for $15K Over Asking Price in Bowie!

This home, located at 12401 Lisborough Road in Bowie, Maryland, was recently sold for $14,750 over asking price by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Some properties are more about "lifestyle" than simple habitation. The 3.46-acre wooded oasis at 12401 Lisborough Road in Bowie, recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, is just such a home.

A look at the heavily wooded rear lot of 12401 Lisborough Road in Bowie. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Peppered with streams and footbridges, the property offers peace and tranquility -- with an abundance of convenience and comfort. Nicely appointed with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, a huge family room and a luxurious master suite, the home satisfies virtually any owner's needs. The sale recently closed with a purchase price of $503,750.

The kitchen of 12401 Lisborough Road in Bowie, Maryland.

The real feature trumping all others with this home is the nature-preserve-like setting afforded by the backyard. From the home's screened porch and freshly stained deck, you can scan the woods for game and listen to softly trickling streams. The new owners can breathe deep the fresh air and meander the scattered walking paths through thick forest. It’s hard to believe such a "remote" place is roughly 5 minutes from the Capitol Beltway.

The rear screened porch of the home located at 12401 Lisborough Road in Bowie.

Updates to this 3,700 square-foot home include a brand new roof & gutters, a new bluestone sidewalk and front porch, brand new carpeting on all 3 levels, an updated kitchen and master bathroom, a freshly stained deck and sealed driveway, and lots of mature landscaping.

Jerry Kline, left, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, celebrates with Anne Simon, on the sale of Anne’s Bowie home. Jerry sold the home for $14,750 more than asking price.

If you or someone you know needs to buy or sell a home in the greater central Maryland area, call Jerry Kline at (443) 924-7418 today!

Sold by Jerry Kline in Bowie, Maryland!

The light-filled interior of 15534 Peach Walker Drive in Bowie, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The home located at 15534 Peach Walker Drive in Bowie, Maryland, is nearly 50 years old. But it sure doesn’t look like it. Especially on the interior. Jerry Kline, realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, recently helped his buyer clients, James & Brandy, purchase the home after their move from Illinois.

The living room of 15534 Peach Walker Drive in Bowie, Maryland.

James and Brandy relocated to the area for James’ new job in Washington, D.C. They wanted to live near a MARC commuter rail station because the train provides easy access to the nation’s capitol from all over suburban Maryland. The couple settled on the house on Peach Walker Drive, with its 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2-car garage.

The kitchen of 15534 Peach Walker Drive in Bowie, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

James & Brandy were delighted that the home is completely renovated, inside and out. The open-floorplan contemporary structure boasts a step-down living and dining room that are flooded with natural light. Overhead, there are cathedral ceilings punctuated by airy skylights. The renovated kitchen offers granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a designer tile backsplash. All the bathrooms are renovated as well, and the entire home features new interior paint and new flooring.

The exterior of 15534 Peach Walker Drive in Bowie, Maryland.

Congratulations on your new Maryland home, James & Brandy, and thanks for choosing Jerry Kline as your buyer’s agent!

Annapolis Waterfront Luxury: Sold by Jerry Kline for $1.9 Million

This 5,239 sq. ft. waterfront estate home in Annapolis, Maryland, was recently sold for $1.91 million by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

On rare and auspicious occasions, properties of exceptional quality and uniqueness are sometimes made available for new stewardship. When the owner of this luxury Annapolis waterfront retreat, located 5 minutes by boat or car from the U.S. Naval Academy, prepared to retire and move from the area, he contacted Jerry Kline, with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to sell this special property for him. Jerry obtained multiple offers for the home, and sold the home for more than the asking price.

Tucked in a completely private, 3.52-acre setting, the estate offers gorgeous river and wooded views from nearly every room in the house. A prime example of California Contemporary architecture at its very finest, the home boasts a separate 649 sq. ft. in-law suite, an in-ground salt water pool, 2 kitchens, 3 wet bars, 6 garage spaces, 2 fireplaces, multiple skylights and countless patios, decks & walkways.

The pool and Severn River view at 1605 Pine Lane Retreat in Annapolis.

Approached through towering pines down a meandering stone lane, this completely hidden gem is ideal for those seeking a true Annapolis maritime lifestyle. For the sailing and power boat enthusiast, there's 650 feet of water frontage, direct access to the Chesapeake Bay, a deep-water pier on a protected cove and a boat lift with ready water and electric supply.

The pier at 1605 Pine Lane Retreat in Annapolis.

The home rests in a tranquil, Asian-inspired setting that seamlessly mixes myriad stone finishes, warm-tone woods, soft, natural light and an immense variety of plant materials, surrounding forest and exterior water features.

The owner’s suite overlooking the Severn River.

With this elegant estate home, the owner can enjoy complete solitude, work from home or comfortably entertain 100 guests. The graceful and contemporary design accommodates the owner’s most ambitious -- and peaceful -- pursuits.

The main kitchen at 1605 Pine Lane Retreat in Annapolis, Maryland.

Do you know someone looking to buy or sell a luxury property in the greater central Maryland area? Contact Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland today! (443) 924-7418

Sold in Hanover in Four Days by Jerry Kline!

This renovated, single family home located at 1477 Gesna Drive in Hanover, Maryland, was recently sold for $279,000 by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Mark and Lisa owned and managed their Hanover rental property on Gesna Drive for more than 20 years. Located just three miles from Fort Meade, Maryland, and one mile from the new Maryland Live Casino and Hotel at Arundel Mills Mall, the home was very popular with tenants. When the time came to sell the property and liquidate the asset, Mark and Lisa turned to Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland. Jerry sold the home in just four days, for the full list price of $279,000. 

After renting out their Hanover, Maryland, investment property for more than 20 years, Mark and Lisa recently hired Jerry Kline, realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to sell the property. Jerry sold the home in four days for the full asking price.

Do you know someone looking to buy or sell a home in the greater Fort Meade, Maryland, area? If so, contact Jerry Kline (443-924-7418) with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland today!