Friday Five: The Return of Home Ownership
Low interest rates and rising rents make home ownership more attractive than renting. Read
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OPEN HOUSE Sun. 3/18 12-2pm in Water-Privileged Herald Harbor!
Work off that St. Patrick's Day binging by touring this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the Herald Harbor section of Crownsville, MD 21032.
The home features:
* a large owner's suite with tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and master bath with jacuzzi tub; * a second-floor laundry room; * two fireplaces; * a formal living room; * a formal dining room; * a two-car garage; * and more!
The sellers are offering closing help as well. The location is 415 Kyle Rd. Crownsville, MD 21032. Call Jerry Kline for more information (443) 924-7418.
Protect Your Home Against Spring Rains
French Drains: When You Need ThemIf you have a soggy yard or a wet basement, the solution may be an exterior or interior French drain, a channel that collects water and diverts it safely away. Read
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The Plusses & Minuses of Tankless Water Heaters
Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?Tankless water heaters cut energy bills but aren’t the right choice for everyone. Here’s how to figure out if going tankless makes sense for you. Read
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Open House This Sunday – Waterfront Living on the Severn River!
When: Sunday March 11, Noon – 2 pm
Where: 1160 Oak View Drive, Crownsville, MD 21032 (MLS# AA7737900)
What: I’ll be showing this fabulous waterfront home on the Severn River. The property screams, “Bring your boat . . . bring your friends!”
This Sunday (March 11) from noon until 2 pm, come see this fabulous waterfront property in the Sunrise Beach section of Anne Arundel County – just minutes from Annapolis. Featuring incredible views, a professionally landscaped lot and an airy and sophisticated home, there’s something for everyone to fall in love with here. The property’s features include:
The Exterior
expansive views from multiple observation decks that lead to the water;
a variety of interior and exterior entertaining areas;
a boat house with 2 boat lifts;
water access with a mean low water level of 7’ to 8’; and
a low-maintenance, professionally landscaped yard.
The Interior
4700 square feet of energy efficient living space.
gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, breakfast bar and large island;
master bedroom suite with a large custom walk-in closet, vaulted ceilings and a private entrance leading to the water;
full in-law apartment with a private entrance;
three to five bedrooms;
large living room with vaulted ceilings and recessed lighting;
cozy study with built-in bookcases, recessed lighting and a marble fireplace;
four total fireplaces;
second bedroom with water views; and
tons of storage.
This wonderful home is offered to the market at $1,099,000. Call Jerry Kline of Keller Williams Flagship Realty for more information today! (443-924-7418)
Updated Garage Door Styles Can Do Wonders for Your Home
(New!)Garage Doors With the Look of Wood at a Budget PriceIn our ongoing “Why You Should Fake It” series, we look at garage doors that give you the look of wood at a price point that’s easier to swallow. Read
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Study: Buyers Like Open Houses, Listings with Video
Some interesting figures are presented in a new study of 2011 real estate activity published by the Maryland Association of Realtors in its February/March 2012 monthly magazine: * 37 percent of buyers in 2011 were under the age of 31; 32 percent were over age 55.
* while all buyers in the study used the internet to search for homes, for 35 percent of them, it was the first step; 21 percent started by contacting an agent.
* 21 percent of buyers last year were single females; 12 percent were single males.
* 64 percent of all buyers had no children under the age of 18 at home.
* 92 percent of buyers said open houses were very- to somewhat-useful sources of real estate info.
* 58 percent of buyers wanted to see videos when looking at a property online.
Give Your Home a Good Spring Cleaning, Especially if You're Putting it on the Market
Spring Cleaning GuideMake spring cleaning less of a chore by following these smarter—and mostly greener—tips for this annual rite of homeownership. Read
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Warren Buffett Says He’d Buy a Couple Hundred Thousand Homes
Straight from the horse's mouth. The Oracle of Omaha, as he's known, is a multibillionaire and one of the shrewdest investors of the last 100 years. If he thinks buying property is a good idea, you should, too. Interest rates are the lowest ever, and prices are insanely cheap. Call me today to see how we can put you in the greatest investment of your life. Jerry Kline (443) 924-7418. Warren Buffett Says He’d Buy a Couple Hundred Thousand Homes.
Fewer homes for sale as discouraged owners sit on the sidelines
According to the article, "new listings — the homes that just came on the market in January — are especially low for this time of year." Also, the lesson the seller in the article takes away:
"If the price and condition are right, buyers will jump on a home — while those that aren't in that sweet spot sit ignored."
Fewer homes for sale as discouraged owners sit on the sidelines.
