Maryland Real Estate Information: WHAT IS THE COUNTY TRANSFER TAX?

Maryland Real Estate Information:  WHAT IS THE COUNTY 

TRANSFER TAX? 

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How To Hire The Top Real Estate Agent in Germantown Maryland

How To Hire The Top Real Estate Agent in Germantown Maryland

Deciding to sell your Germantown Maryland home?
A big decision now is to determine how to pick right agent to represent you
Hiring a Realtor® should not be that complicated if you follow certain points

A top real estate agent with the most sales in the area may not be the right person for you.

There were a lot of foreclosures and short sales in the last few years and some agents exclusively represented REO lenders. A complete different way to sell homes than current traditional listing services.

In some cases, you may find what you perceive to be a top agent in Maryland ...would not have the time to speak to you personally and accommodate your needs because he is not available any any time,

I see others making the mistake in hiring an agent just because they belong to a national famous brand.
Just be aware...you are hiring one agent ..not a WHOLE COMPANY!
Don't fall into the virtues of "well known" companies with smoke and mirrors from a brand perspective
Each agent works independently from each other  ..and there are thousands of EXPIRED LISTINGS with FRUSTRATED SELLERS in the MLS from the same companies...thousands!

Just know this...Is not the company that sells houses ...is the agent! 

What about family members or your co-worker that is also a part time agent?

When you are considering about placing a huge investment into the hands of someone to represent you. Your real estate agent better know what he/she is doing, in order to provide you the best service possible to get you top dollar for your home

Your equity is your money 
a lot of money that you deserve to get when you sell your house.
Don't place all that money into the hands of an inexperience "friend" agent just because you feel obligated and pressures to hire them.

Another huge mistake some seller make is to have a criteria of selecting the agent who will tell them what they want to hear...as far as pricing is concerned. Hiring a listing agent just because they say they can sell your home for an unrealistic price could be a disaster for your home.
Your home will become stale and you will never get TOP DOLLAR when you have a history of being on the market for over 100+ days..

Buyers are educated these days, and so are their agents. You will not fool anyone with an overpriced home.

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How To Hire The Top Real Estate Agent in Germantown?
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The Washington DC Auto Show for 2014

The Washington DC Auto Show for 2014

This is my only chance to see my passion all under one roof. .outside real estate of course!

The Washington Auto Show for 2014 will be open to the public on January 23 to February 2 and I already got my tickets ready for Friday the 24th

Cars are fascinating to me, as I seem to develop an actual relationship with my own car. .

For that reason it's a chance for me to get a close look at the impressive new models that will be featured at the show ▬ this will be a treat for me

I figured is like I will be cheating on my car.. 

so I'm not planning to drive it there. .

I'll take the Metro instead!

Some of the models being introduced will be: 

 Buick Regal, Cadillac ELR, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 

Coupe, Ford Edge, GMC Sierra HD and Honda Hybrid Accord and a few more. 

If you like to go there. .
Here's all the information you will need:
Location:
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place Northwest Washington D.C., DC 20001

This show is one o the most popular shows in the Convention Center
They are expecting hundreds of thousands of visitors this year.
Get this. . this is a chance for visitors to explore more than 700 new makes and models from over 42 manufacturers all at one time.

This car has caught my eye. .The new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
My wife does not want me to get a Harley Davidson for my 60th birthday for fear that I will have an accident. .
so I made a deal with her. .
I will have to settle for this dream car. .and she is somewhat receptive now. .of course,
I still have a few years to get there. .and sell a few more houses . .but it never hurts preparing your ground (argument)

TICKET PRICES

Adults: $12 Children (6-12): $5 Ages 5 & Under: Free

HOURS

Public Days: January 23 – February 2, 2014

Thu. Jan. 23, 2014 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Fri. Jan. 24, 2014 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sat. Jan. 25, 2014 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Sun. Jan. 26, 2014 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Mon. Jan. 27, 2014 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Tue. Jan. 28, 2014 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Wed. Jan. 29, 2014 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Thur. Jan. 30, 2014 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Fri. Jan. 31, 2014 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sat. Feb. 1, 2014 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Sun. Feb. 2, 2014 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Important things to know:

Are photograph cameras and video cameras allowed in the show?

Yes they are... and I'm taking both my cameras there

Can you purchase cars at the show?

This is not allowed during the show, but you are welcome to go trough your local dealer once you decide which model is the best for you.

The Washington DC Auto Show for 2014

For Sale By Owner MLS Listing Services MD- DC - VA: Using the Internet to Sell Your House as an FSBO

For Sale By Owner MLS Listing Services MD- DC - VA: Using the Internet to Sell Your House as an FSBO 

For Sale By Owner, or FSBO as is more commonly called , is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a real estate broker or real estate agent; however, it is a time where a homeowner may be the most vulnerable to lose a lot of money and/ or open themselves to legal issues. .
FSBOpluz.com was born out from this need. .

Our company will allow you to sell your house on your own PLUZ have the assistance of a professional broker on your side.

Watch this video about the importance of the Internet when selling your house

In an attempt to save a few dollars, a for sale by owner  may end up losing a lot  of money by being bullied on the negotiations part. 

If a buyer who is represented by an agent is interested in a FSBO home, that buyer's agent may already know that the seller is saving 6% . . and they have room to negotiate already. 

Statistics show that most FSBO's do not actually save the 6% but pass on the savings to the buyer while they represent themselves

Check FSBOpluz.com for other important information about:
How to sell your home as an FSBO
More Tips for For Sale By owners:
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                                                                                      You are not alone. . 

House Values for Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia

Shocking Home Values Report for: 

• Maryland
• Washington DC 
• Northern Virginia

Looking up for  the value of any home among hundreds and possible thousands of websites out there is a scary proposition. .

The message is being diluted with each form that is filled up and allowing computer paint the value of you house with a broad stroke. .

• All the homes remain  the same
• All the homes are in the same condition
• All the homes are located in the same type of lot location
• All the homes have the same quality kitchen, bathrooms with full finished basement with 70's paneling!!!

I was recently listing a home for new client that complained about computer generated house values. .

"I see so many other houses in my neighborhood that are in the same price range as ours. Some of them still have the original kitchen (from the 1970s)........haven't replaced their windows, etc. etc. No major improvements. No finished basements. How the heck a computer mixes all this information to give us an idea what our home is worth?

"Computers are not reliable and can only give you an opinion based on the data entered in big chunks of general information"

I feel that iHouseWorth.com is a product that is unique because of this reason. .

We provide not only property value reports but also advice from real estate professional's point of view

Utilizing our local experience and knowledge of the market

Our purpose is  to calculate the most accurate home values possible through sold prices, public records of assessed value, and area real estate information because. .

We know important decisions are being made across kitchen tables with these reports

That's why we'll do them as accurate as possible. .

"If accuracy matters to you..it matters to us"

Home Values for MD, DC and VA

Short Sale After you've Missed Your Mortgage the Last Three Years?

What is the Process of a  Short Sale 

After you've Missed Your Mortgage the Last Three Years?

There are not as many short sales as before. . .still many homeowners are now being pushed in doing short sales because the lenders had enough!

 Many homeowners quickly found out that a modification was a lengthy process that could keep them inside their houses while waiting for lost paperwork and many reviews.

Lenders were obliging. .

Not anymore

We are now  getting many calls from people that have exhausted all their options until now. .

And they are being forced to choose.. .

As the second call for help came to me today. .surprisingly two in a row under the same scenario. .

The banks says. .

" Either DO a Short Sale or we will Foreclose!"

If you find yourself in the same predicament, 

My advice is for you to control the situation and let a short sale dignify your exit from your house that carried you for so many months without payments. .

This is when you take control of your exit for an easy transition to a new location where you will choose to live. .

Every case is different,. 

Every lender has its policies . .

But if the lender is suggesting to do a short sale after you've missed 3 years of mortgage payments. .

You should take that. .

. .unless you have the money to pay the entire balance off from all the mortgage payments  you've missed paying. . 

I asked the person that called me today. .

When was the last time you made a mortgage payment? 

"Her answer was 3 years!"

Just to refresh you about the short sale process. .

The process of a short sale begins with identification of your current financial situation and the need to make a decision
Then comes the qualification period where you ask. .

"Do I qualify for a short sale?

This is when you should seek the services of a real estate short sales specialists agent.. .because even if your lender has already suggested to take the short sale route. .you still have to qualify and get a written approval

Watch the video below and learn more about the process of a Short Sale? 

Now, 

Watch the video below where I discus how our team works to get our short sales approved

Check the rest of our video series here. .

                                   

Check Our Complete Video Series About Montgomery County Short Sales

• What is a Short Sale? 
• How To Qualify For a Short Sale? 
• How To Short Sale Your Home
• How Can a Short Sale Specialist Help Me? 
• What is the Process of a Short Sale?
• How Does a Short Sale Affect My Credit?

"The strength of our experience and knowledge is invaluable to anyone seeking for a solution"

Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming and scary, but by taking the right steps you may be able to save your credit and wake up from the nightmare you are experiencing today. .

If your are behind on your mortgage payments?. .give us a call!

Call on us for a free consultation now!
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More information about short sales and making Home Affordable Program 
http://www.makinghomeaffordable.gov/programs/exit-gracefully/Pages/hafa.aspx

Short Sales Agent in Montgomery County Maryland 

New Homes In The Crown Community Gaithersburg Maryland : Crown Downtown

New Homes In The Crown Community Gaithersburg Maryland

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Located across from Rio-Washingtonian Center in Gaithersburg Maryland. .

A new community has formed. .

The Crown community once completed will feature more than 2,200 residential units and 260,000 square feet of retail space.

A walk away from Rio across the street

A quick look at the Crown Progress. . 

Let's drive around the CROWN. . .climb aboard

The Crown has been segmented in 4 different areas:

• Crown West
• Crown East
• Crown Central
• Crown Downtown

More information about Crown Downtown

Crown Downtown

This is where a Harris Teeter grocery store will be located plus. ., LA Fitness and dozens of other small shops will be featured in the downtown area.

Some of the new shops and restaurants will be:

• Asia Nine
• Chop't
• Coastal Flats
• La Tagliatella
• la Madeleine
• Lime Fresh
• Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
• Roti Mediterranean Grill
• Yogyberry
• Crown Wine & Beer

Crown Downtown will also be the place for apartments.  The Cadence is an apartment complex that will offer over 537 units ranging from studios to 3-bedroom apartments.

Price ranges to be determined.

"We are giving you INDEPENDENT advice that could save thousands of dollars when purchasing your new home in Crown Gaithersburg"

In general, we can help you. .

• Deciding how to proceed when you begin your search. 
• What to know before buying a new home?
• Could you have additional options for financing?
• Should you get the total price of your house BEFORE you sign the contract?
• Do builders negotiate on new home prices of just the amenities? 
• How to pick the best lot
• Your house location on Crow West, Crown East, Crown Central should be determined by your convenience .. .and not because a builder has exclusivity for one single place.

Can you afford NOT TO CALL US?  301-246-0001 

I'm looking forward hearing from you. .

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Here's a Sample of some CROWN Listings . . contact us for the latest!

$745,621

722 CROWN PARK AVENUE, Gaithersburg

Kb home exclusive collection of luxury townhomes located in the inspired community of crown. Beautiful features already included I...

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• Beds 3
• Baths 4.0

• MLS MC8095494
• SqFt. 2,266

$705,170

727 CROWN PARK AVENUE, Gaithersburg

Kb home exclusive collection of luxury townhomes located in the inspired community of crown. Beautiful features already included I...

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• Beds 3
• Baths 4.0

• MLS MC8089286
• SqFt. 2,188

$678,133

721 HENDRIX AVENUE, Gaithersburg

(Lot-0705)call for delivery. Brand new townhowe. Stunning home design with 4th floor loft, roof-top terrace & 2-sided fireplace in...

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• Beds 3
• Baths 3.0

• MLS MC8094691
• SqFt. 2,370

$662,816▲

211 DECOVERLY DRIVE, Gaithersburg

Beautiful Brick Front, 1 Car Rear Load Garage Town Home Located in the Prestigiously Planned Community of Crown. Walking distance ...

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• Beds 3
• Baths 5.0

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• New Homes In The Crown Community Gaithersburg Maryland