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2019 

 Questions about my properties are asked daily. This morning a caller was comparing two of my condos. The prices were way different and the condo fees even more so. And it was not the more expensive condo that had the highest fees. How to explain? First, you need to be familiar with all the optio...
01/20/2019
 Bigger is better...for some buyers.Myth: Never buy the biggest best house in the neighborhood. How many times have we heard or even given this advice?Over improved houses may not be in a seller's best interest but could be great for a lucky buyer. For a buyer, they will be able to get so much mo...
01/19/2019
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  529 45th Street 21224  WHY WE LOVE THIS HOUSE We purchased this house in 1985 and decided to make it our “forever home”.  529 45th St. is located in Baltimore County, but is 2 blocks out of Baltimore City so it’s in close proximity to all the city amenities. It is in the small, low crime county...
01/18/2019
529 45th StreetBaltimore County 21224$279,944MLS # MDBC332708  This is a lot of house!One of the most versatile properties and it is located in a neighborhood that could accommodate three separate groups, roommates, extended family or a wonderful place to live and work. Renting would help pay you...
01/17/2019
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 Last week I told you about a new listing. This afternoon was spent with the sellers, meeting the photographer, measuring all three levels, answering lots of questions, explaining and finalizing the listing agreement. Before leaving my photographer hung the HomeRome sign on the pre-installed sign...
01/16/2019
When marketing whether Internet, blogging, social media, print or my live radio show, I believe in transparency.  When questioned about one of my properties whether, through email, a sign call, a text or a call into ALL ABOUT REAL ESTATE on Sundays, the questions are answered completely. Same in ...
01/15/2019
 Please help me welcome a new member to ActiveRain. Kerry Leikus Recently contacted by this stager for one of my beautiful but vacant homes, we decided to work together.Had I previously seen her colors, furniture and accessories, I may not have proceeded. But I thought of myself, also an artist, ...
01/14/2019
Such BeautyThe First Snowfall of the New Year!This is what this morning in Baltimore looks like from my desk.At noon today, I will be in the studio doing my live radio show. My snow angel Tony was here earlier to plow me out. Not too long ago, it was grass cutting, mulching, gutter cleaning and l...
01/13/2019
   In another week or so this single family home in Baltimore County will be photographed, measured, sign installed and ready for the MLS. This is one of the most versatile properties located in a neighborhood that could accommodate three separate groups, room mates, a blended family or a wonderf...
01/11/2019
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  While interviewing sellers for a possible new listing..yes I said that right, even though they thought they were interviewing me... I was asked a question. Since I'm a solo broker and I set my own standards, they asked what if something happens to me?My answer..."If I get hit by a bus or a beer...
01/10/2019
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