Margaret Rome's Blog

Some place you choose to live may not allow you to choose your front door color.Real Estate is local. Rules in one state, city, county, or neighborhood can differ. The same is true with the kinds of property in different areas. Rules are different and change, so make sure you have a knowledgeable...

Throughout the week, I receive questions from the public. This past Sunday, I presented five questions on my noon radio show. Callers enthusiastically shared their solutions, making it an enjoyable show. We received responses for four out of the five questions.1- The neighbor next door is a heavy...

But I thought it was my house!Agents, make sure you know what you are selling. Are the names correct? Who is on the title? Have you checked the tax ID? Have you checked the deed? Is the estate in a trust? Is there one or more trustees? Do you have documentation of who legally can sign? Do you hav...

How many listings do you have, or how many listings are waiting for you? I keep a waiting list for potential clients. This approach has helped me work with clients willing to wait for my services. As a listing agent, I focus on quality over quantity, preferring to handle fewer transactions and pr...

Marcel Breuer: Midcentury Modern Home and Chairs Marcel Breuer designed midcentury modern homes and created iconic furniture like the Wassily and Breuer chairs. His designs are known for being simple, functional, and timeless symbols of modernist furniture.  Breuer's use of flagstone floors adds ...

My Journey In Fifty-Three Words Nurse, Ceramic artist, and Realtor®. I was married to the love of my life for 47 years and am proud of my beautiful daughter. As the broker-owner of HomeRome Realty, I continue my journey by hosting a weekly live radio show. My ultimate goal is to match special peo...

 The first time I saw a suitcase full of cash at a settlement table was like something out of a movie. The buyer strutted in, plopped it down, and opened it up like they were unveiling a priceless artifact. And poof! Just like that, the cash vanished quicker than you can say "abracadabra." After ...

Feeling overwhelmed by the task of moving? You don't have to do everything on your own. When preparing to sell your home, let me assist you in evaluating indoor and outdoor tasks. Deciding whether to repair, remove, or replace items and what to keep, give away, or dispose of can be stressful.Befo...

 Going Down The Rabbit Hole and AI Many people have heard the expression "Going Down The Rabbit Hole" (GDTRH), but what does it mean, and how does it relate to real estate? It means exploring a new technology while incorporating it into my blogging.    It's like killing two birds with one stone (...

5251 Candy Root Ct 21045 MDHW2043752Welcome to your new five-bedroom home in Columbia! This beautiful property is conveniently located near major roads, including 95, 90, 70, 29, and 100, making your commute a breeze. Enjoy the corner lot on a private court, fenced by mature trees and adjacent to...