In 2021, the Maryland State Legislature convened on January 13th and adjourned on April 12th. Maryland REALTORS®' issues a report each year on the Maryland Legislative session to summarize the legislation that affects the real estate industry.
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Home Builders Association reports lumber prices rising
Thursday, May 06, 2021 Lauren Bunting
Per the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), lumber prices have tripled over the past 12 months and have caused the price of an average new single-family home to increase by $35,872.
Options exist for homebuyer looking to waive inspections
Thursday, April 29, 2021 Lauren Bunting
Last week, we discussed the current sellers’ market and how it is difficult to get offers accepted when facing multiple offer situations.
Waiving appraisal effective strategy for select buyers
Thursday, April 22, 2021 Lauren Bunting
Buyers are looking for ways to strengthen their offer in this competitive seller’s market.
Maryland SmartBuy 3.0 program discussed
Thursday, April 08, 2021 Lauren Bunting
The state of Maryland offers a unique program called Maryland SmartBuy, which can help buyers with student debt attain homeownership.
Home sales slip in February after gains in months prior
Thursday, March 25, 2021 Lauren Bunting
According to the National Association of Realtors®, existing-home sales declined in February, following gains in both January, 2021 and December, 2020. However, all four U.S. regions recorded year-over-year gains.
Individual, business rates of withholding tax in Maryland
Thursday, March 04, 2021 Lauren Bunting
Anyone who sells a property in Maryland, but is a “non-resident” of the state of Maryland, must pay a withholding tax.
Tips to improve chances in challenging sellers' market
Thursday, February 11, 2021 Lauren Bunting
Lack of inventory, rising prices, multiple offers on new listings—all confirmation that we are indeed in a sellers’ market.
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Read moreTips to present costly repairs during freezing temperatures
Thursday, February 04, 2021 Lauren Bunting
The National Association of Realtors published these tips for homeowners to help keep homes safe from freezing temperatures and avoid costly repairs.
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- Real estate industry secures several wins in Md. Assembly
- Home Builders Association reports lumber prices rising
- Options exist for homebuyer looking to waive inspections
- Waiving appraisal effective strategy for select buyers
- Buyer 'Love Letters' can be deceptive, according to NAR
- Maryland SmartBuy 3.0 program discussed
- Recordation taxes, transfer fees
- Home sales slip in February after gains in months prior
- Home buyers should assure septic systems get tested
- Lead inspection required in Md. since 2015
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