With low inventory in our market, and a high buyer demand, we are experiencing many multiple-offer situations on properties.It’s important to pay attention to contract details to be sure that verbal agreements ...
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Appraisal of home important part of real estate process
The appraisal of a home is an important step in the real estate process, one that can certainly make or break a deal.An appraisal is a valuation of a property done by a professional, licensed individual ...
Read moreOC housing market strong because of low interest rate
Demand has been very strong in the Ocean City market over the past month due to both being in our spring market (although somewhat postponed due to covid-19) and historically low interest rates.With some ...
Read moreDifferences between down payments and closing costs
Some of the biggest misconceptions in buying a home are related to down payments and closing costs.The first misconception is that a down payment is the same thing as closing costs.Down payments are one ...
Read moreNow great time to sell home, but take extra safety steps
Listing inventory is at record lows both around the country and in our local area, and buyer demand is coming back as the country eases restrictions, so it’s a great time to sell if you have been considering ...
Read moreContracts of sale contingencies
Purchasing a new home is normally the biggest investment you’ll ever make and once you’ve bought a home, it’s a decision you can’t easily reverse.Contracts of sale offer various contingency clauses that ...
Read moreReal estate transactions continue
Despite the new reality and sobering impact of the virus, real estate transactions are still happening.However, with the uncertainty of when we will be able to return to our day-to-day lives, many buyers ...
Read moreMarket will change after covid-19
We all want to see the pandemic come to an end, but realize the return to normal life will be a gradual progression—and one that will bring along changes in the way we live.When it comes to real estate ...
Read moreTransactions still possible despite covid-19
As a result of covid-19 and the necessary “shelter in place” ordinances, local courthouse and county offices are closed to the public.Buyers and sellers of real estate faced some uncertainty regarding ...
Read moreReal Estate Industry Follows Strict Distancing Guidelines
During the “Stay at Home Order” issued by Governor Hogan real estate is affected, but definitely not halted. The Maryland REALTORS® issued guidance for all brokerages throughout the state to follow ...
Read moreReal Estate industry follows strict social distancing guidelines
During the “Stay at Home Order” issued by Gov. Larry Hogan, real estate is affected, but definitely not halted.The Maryland Realtors issued guidance for all brokerages throughout the state to follow and ...
Read moreOptions available to reduce, suspend mortgage payment
If you’ve been furloughed or laid off from your job, there are options now to be able to reduce or suspend your mortgage payment.While this is a necessary form of relief due to the pandemic causing such ...
Read moreNo in-person meetings due to virus hard for real estate
With updates and announcements daily, as well as much of our country under stay-at-home orders to help slow the spread of the virus, the real estate industryis challenged to stay engaged with clients ...
Read moreAfter winter surge, Realtors adjust
According to the National Association of Realtors, February home sales surged 7.2 percent year-over-year, hitting a pace of 5.77 million, and home pricesrose 8 percent – both encouraging figures for spring.Now ...
Read moreBuyers, Sellers Make Changes During Outbreak
Every aspect of American life is being affected by COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus), and that includes the real estate market. Besides closures and socialdistancing to slow the spread, buyers and sellers ...
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