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Consumer Confidence is Rising in 2012

May 12, 2012 Real Estate Articles

Fannie Mae Released the findings of the April 2012 National Housing Survey recently, which shows Consumer’s moving in a more positive direction. Some of the positives: Higher confidence in the direction of the economy: 37%, ↑ More have seen an increase in their personal income: 33%, ↑ On average, Americans expect home prices to increase [...]

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Home Design Trend – Built-In Dog Bed

May 5, 2012 Home Maintenance and Renovation

For all the pet lovers who also love their homes, there is a new design trend you will love: Built-ins for your dog’s bed. Architects are coming up with some creative and tasteful plans to incorporate the furry child’s bed into the cabinetry of the mud room or kitchen. traditional kitchen design by minneapolis interior [...]

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Rates Are Ripe for A Refinance

May 1, 2012 Buyer Information

Today’s rates are hovering just below 4%… again. When we say the words “historically low interest rates” that’s exactly what we mean. The average national mortgage rate since rates have been documented, is 8%. 4% is ridiculous! If you haven’t refinanced yet, it’s a great time for a Streamline Refinance. Consider this graph of historic [...]

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VA Home Mortgages

April 29, 2012 Buyer Information

A VA home loan is truly one of the best benefits available to U.S. Veterans today. And a much deserved thank you for serving us and protecting our freedoms. There are many features of  VA mortgage loans that are worth mentioning: There is a ZERO downpayment requirement, by far, one of the best features. This [...]

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Frederick County Md Real Estate Snapshot – March 2012

April 23, 2012 Frederick Real Estate Market Statistics

Frederick County Real Estate Snapshot for March 2012 The Frederick real estate market was picking up in March . Here is a snapshot of real estate sales in Frederick County: County-wide    2012      2011  % Change Avg. Price $260,700 $268,300        -3%  ↓     Month-Over-Month $230,000 $230,000 (Feb)       +13%  ↑ Median Price [...]

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Easy Updates for A Tired Bath

April 9, 2012 Guest Post

There is a good reason to start redecorating projects in the bathroom — it’s small.  Whatever updates are considered will cost less, and if a look isn’t quite right, there will be time and money left over for a do-over or two. For example, painting the walls is inexpensive and will provide an immediate change [...]

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Tips For Moving With Pets

April 1, 2012 Buyer Information

Moving With Your Pet Moving to a new home can be very exciting for the family! Sometimes, though, it’s very stressful on the furry members of the family. Here are some tips to remember: When possible, it’s a good idea to leave the dog with a friend they know during the actual move. This will [...]

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Maryland’s Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit Program

March 26, 2012 Property Taxes

Property Tax Savings for Maryland Homeowners The State of Maryland has had a property tax credit program since 1975, designed to help low-income, or fixed-income homeowners afford their home property taxes. When it was first enacted, it was known as the “circuit breaker” plan for elderly homeowners, but is available to all homeowners regardless of [...]

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Frederick County Real Estate Snapshot for February 2012

March 19, 2012 Frederick Real Estate Market Statistics

Frederick County Real Estate Snapshot for Febuary 2012 The Frederick real estate market was picking up in February . Here is a snapshot of real estate sales in Frederick County: County-wide    2012      2011  % Change Avg. Price $230,000 $230,900        0%  ↔ Month-Over-Month $230,000 $227,600 (Jan)       +1%  ↑ Median Price $215,000 [...]

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How to Sell A Home

March 5, 2012 Guest Post

The process of selling real estate in Frederick Md is just that, a process. Though there are several things a seller can do to present their property in its best light, the market determines the price, and often the selling time. Click on the following infograph (twice) to see a larger image. Provided by Mint.com [...]

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