Living in PG County, MD

EOP Real Estate, LLC is my new home

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I just transferred my license to EOP Real Estate, LLC. I got my license 2 years ago and affiliated with the Long & Foster office in Olney, MD. I was very impressed with the dynamic manager and immediately felt at home there. Over these 2 years the office has seen many changes, some for the bett...

11/28/2009

Heating, Air Conditioning and Carpet May be HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH....

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Most Americans spend about 90 percent of their time indoors, where they are repeatedly exposed to indoor allergens and airborne particles that can lead to respiratory symptoms and conditions. It has been said that the indoor air quality of an average home is worse than the outside environment...

11/24/2009

Ryan Homes Back in Oak Creek Club

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Ryan Homes has recently returned to Oak Creek Club in Upper Marlboro, MD. They are offering single family homes beginning in the $340,000s. Ryan is offering neo-traditional floor plans which feature a smaller lot size and a rear entry garage as well as traditional single family homes. There ar...

11/21/2009

8 Myths of Staging to Sell - Busted.

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Home staging (or property styling as it's commonly known as on the Australian property scene) is really an art, not a science. One of the many things a professional home stager understands is that it's the house that's up for sale, not the home owner's bread baking ability or taste in music. So, ...

11/16/2009

Why won't you call me back?

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This is a mini-rant. I have buyers who have looked at several homes and are close to making a final decision. A house came on the market last week that is in their price range and in a neighborhood they like and they want to take a look at it before making a final choice. I called the listing a...

11/16/2009

Check your credit card fine-print

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Recently my husband opened a mailing from one of his credit card companies letting him know that his interest rate was being raised from 10% to approximately 30%. Of course he was furious and instantly called the company. He was informed that there was nothing that could be done about the chang...

11/15/2009

My "baby" has the flu!

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I agonized over whether to get the Swine flu vaccines for my kids. Eventually I decided to err on the side of caution. My 7 year old daughter was able to get the flu mist vaccine at school. However, my 4 year old has not had any access to the vaccine. He cannot receive the mist because he is pr...

11/13/2009

How to Choose Your Neighborhood

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KEY CONSIDERATIONS IN CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD Where do you want to live? The answer depends on your wants, needs and your budget. Think about your current lifestyle, the amenities that are most important to you, and the kind of community you want to be a part of. For many people, the communi...

11/13/2009

I just got the best compliment from my buyer

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I have been working with a buyer who is purchasing a home in Maryland for $69,000. In Maryland it is pretty rare to see single family homes under $100,000. This home is a foreclosure that is in move-in condition and only needs a bit of work to be gorgeous. My buyer plans to fix it up and use i...

11/12/2009

Hillwood Museum and Gardens, Washington DC

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Hillwood Museum & Gardens is located in NW Washington, DC. Hillwood Museum is the former home of Marjorie Merriweather Post. Hillwood showcases Mrs Post's stunning collection of art, French & Russian porcelain, Faberge eggs, jewelry, and much more. Hillwood Museum also features breath-taking ga...