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Posted on 03/28/2021
Homeowners' Insurance: What Leads to Your Cost
Photo by Designer491 via Shutterstock If you’re new to homeownership, one of your first expenses is homeowner’s insurance. Not to be confused with mortgage insurance, your homeowner policy protects you in the event of a catastrophe. Factors that Impact the Cost of Home Insurance The cost of your home is only one factor in an extensive list of...
Homeowners Insurance
Housing Costs
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Posted on 03/21/2021
Residential Crime Prevention Begins With Awareness
While there's a lot to be said for the value of high-tech home security systems, there are many basic, inexpensive things you can do to safeguard your home from intruders. Keeping your home secure begins with awareness, good communication, and positive habits. Where does good communication come into play? One example is the need to have a trusted neighbor...
Crime Prevention
Home Safety Habits
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Posted on 03/14/2021
Kitchen Trends for Outdoor Spaces
Image by toddpharistx from Pixabay If you’ve been thinking about adding an outdoor kitchen to your luxury home, it is a good time to start planning. Outdoor kitchens offer a great place to prepare and enjoy meals outdoors when the weather is pleasant. You’ll find that there are many options and features available to build out the perfect...
Kitchen
Outdoor Living
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Posted on 03/12/2021
POTOMAC, MD Real Estate Market Update 3/12/2021
Click here to view POTOMAC, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 03/07/2021
Should You Hold an Open House in Bad Weather?
Photo by Erik Witsoe on Unsplash When placing your home on the market you’ll likely need to plan to hold an open house or two. If there's a chance of bad weather during a scheduled open house, you might question moving ahead with the event. Before you cancel, here are a few things to consider: Serious buyers venture...
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Posted on 02/28/2021
Tips for Selecting the Right Buyer's Agent
Photo by Christina Morillo from Pexels When you view a home for the first time and speak to the agent hosting an open house or showing the home, you're talking to someone working for the seller -- not for you. Anything you share could be passed on to the seller -- and used to leverage a better offer...
Buyers Agent
Real Estate Agent
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Posted on 02/24/2021
Potomac, MD Real Estate Market Update
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Posted on 02/21/2021
Assessing Your Equity as a Home Seller
Image by Wokandapix from Pixabay The equity in your home plays a major role in how much profit you'll make off the sale, but it's not always simple to determine just how much of the home you own (even if you haven't refinanced). Here are a few tips to understand equity and how you can use it to...
Equity
Home Equity
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Posted on 02/14/2021
Improving the Look of Old Tile With New Grout
Photo by James DeMers via Pixabay That bathroom tile once looked terrific, so newly laid contrast between tile and grout. You were so proud to show it off to all your guests. But over time, grout becomes dull, stained and chipped. Tiles fade and look dated. When they do, it's time to refreshen or replace tile and grout....
DIY
Tile
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Posted on 02/08/2021
POTOMAC, MD Real Estate Market Update
Click here to view POTOMAC, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 02/07/2021
Maximize Your Chances For a Fast Home Sale
Getting your house ready to be sold can seem like an overwhelming undertaking. Like any large project, though, if you take it one step at a time, you'll be amazed at what you can accomplish! The ideal scenario involves having everyone in the family pitch in to keep your house looking its best for each showing. When you divide...
Sell Your Home Fast
Home Staging
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Posted on 01/31/2021
House Hunting Strategies That Produce Results
There's nothing more satisfying than knowing exactly what you want and taking the necessary steps to get it! Whether you're searching for the right job, your soul mate, or the home of your dreams, being clear about the results you want can help pave the way for success. When it comes to house hunting, there are several ways to...
How To Search For A Home
Tips On Selecting A House
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