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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Yesterday, I had a guest on ALL ABOUT REAL ESTATE, my weekly live radio show. This guest is a former client, friend and neighbor.    The discussion was regarding a new installation of a gas heating system in the  home he recently purchased.Permits were pulled (but only after the work was almost completed ) and Baltimore City would NOT pass the inspection because of code safety issues and an improper installation. The licensed contractor basically said the code was not good and the customer could "go fight city hal! " He also said the home owner was responsible for knowing the code.  My goal was to find some help for this consumer without a legal battle. We just want the expensive HVAC system to safely heat the house. It was a lively show with multiple calls, texts, emails and  more pho...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Concierge Service in a Baltimore County Condo        2331 Old Court Road    The Risteau   Baltimore, MD 21208Imagine arriving home , your car valet parked, packages whisked away to your luxurious condo while you stroll or sit quietly watching the geese on the pond, take a dip in the Olympic pool or indulge in a quick game of tennis.You can have 5 star service in a residential setting. Concierge service has perks that often go far beyond a staff that arranges deliveries and parks your car. All this and a "no tipping" policy.You are minutes from Beltway 695 and I 83 leading to downtown.. Baltimore's fine restaurants, Harbor Place and shopping.You reach a point where you just don't want to mow the lawn, care for the pool or any of the other chores of maintaining a home. This kind of livin...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  Please visit 7 Green Heather CourtStevenson area21208 Call 410-530-2400 for directions.  Unique homes appeal to a different group of buyers.  Are you looking for something special...not a cookie cutter or cloneonial? For me...the more unique the property..the more exciting.Buyers may not be able to describe the home they are looking for but they absolutely know when they find it. Unique homes tend to be on the market longer. They are waiting for the right buyer. They are not for everyone. Sellers often tell me...they knew it was the right place from the beginning...sort of love at first sight.I love selling these homes with loads of personality. The most interesting people gravitate to these wonderfully special properties.Take a look at one of my exciting homes.  If you are thinking o...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  I've been working with a buyer who was referred  to me by a former client.Today we had a very smooth settlement that was done with perfection. We had an efficient coop agent, wonderful appreciative buyers and a very professional title company. Afterward we  celebrated with lunch at a local neighborhood restaurant. Here is the photo of the house we closed on today.  A lovely home in a 55 + neighborhood in Villages At Woodholme. This particular house was perfect for these buyers...every thing they were looking for. It has a first floor master bedroom, gorgeous granite open kitchen, deck, end unit, 2 car garage, 2 more bedrooms and loft upstairs, high ceilings, wood floors, first floor laundry, huge lower level with a full bathroom and tremendous storage. And it is in absolute move in co...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Last week I wrote  about a Unique house and a unique feature.     Below is where this door, above, leads.  Nope, I did not venture down but one of the buyer's agents went exploring with her client and here is the photo she took down in the bunker.This bomb shelter has produced a lot of comments from prospective buyers about how it would be used. I have heard everything from a man cave, a play area, wine cellar, dark room (well yeah it is), extra storage space, a getaway place and I am sure I will hear many more. The sellers used to play down there when they were little kids.With a bit of research, I found this story of a family who found this fully stocked bunker intact. How would you use this space?   
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By Makeda Phillander, For an exceptional real estate experience
(guerilla/realty)
                             The housing market in Pikesville, is still quite strong as it was last month.  This is good news for both buyers and sellers in our area.         Good news for sellers because the average Days On Market is down so this means that homes are selling faster than they did this time last year and there is also low inventory.                                                                                                                                                                                                  Good news for buyers because interest rates are still low and there are great programs available for the purchase of a new home.   Average Sale Price: The Average Sales Price in January 2017 was $236,468. The number of properties in this calculation was...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Think Condos for all ages in Baltimore. Think condo sharing.  Think of roommates but think of purchasing and not renting. Think all ages. We have many classic clients living alone. They are able to take care of themselves but may be lonely.  Think about purchasing together.It could be roommates that are contemporaries...it could also be with differences in age. Think  of the younger person who may be in college or the professional starting out who may not be able to afford a mortgage alone.  Buying a condo together may be a solution. One option is for friends to purchase a property together and a condo could be that home for many people. Who says that condominiums in Baltimore, Maryland have to be for the elderly or more mature retired buyers?  Who wouldn't like a doorman to help with ...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Downsizing is a word I choose not to use. Rightsizing more accurately describes why people need to move. They may actually need a bigger space or different uses of space. It may be to have room for guests and family to visit. It may be room needed for accessibility.    Look around at the big house you have called home for many  years. How much of the house are you really using? Many people only use a small percentage of the house...maybe just a few key rooms. When making the decision to move, it is those important spaces  you need in the new place. You can still have a gourmet kitchen. You can still have a dressing room. You can still have a patio or balcony. You can still have a guest room that also serves as a den or office.You can still have garage parking.You might have more amenit...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  Color makes beauty.Some people have a knack for  making things beautiful.  This afternoon I enjoyed a house warming party for a  former client.....now a good friend.  I really appreciate how much she enjoys entertaining friends in her perfect new space. Just look  at this delicious, pretty and colorful table.    The guests were also colorful ,very interesting and the conversation flowed. Perfect time for a party...the holidays are over and the temperature outside was 18 degrees.  ººThe warmth of friendship filled this new home! What a perfect day for a house warming in Baltimore!   
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 It has been another wonderfully busy week. On Friday, I submitted an offer for special buyers. There has been some email and text exchanges.. even over this  holiday weekend. This, however, did not stop me from spending quality time with good friends and family... or from doing the live radio show today.   Just received a text from the listing agent with this message "How late can I call you...?  My quick response"With good news, there is no time limit!"  Now I ask you..."Will I get a call tonight?"  
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 These are the Baltimore homes I need right now.  -Home for the  'Make a wish' offices. -Large condos with balconies. -Unique one of a kind homes that are hard to sell. - Large homes 4-6 Bedrooms with  wheelchair accessibility.  -Ranchers with a garage...few or no steps. I need homes for right sizing including...   a big  master bedroom, entertaining space, good kitchen, couple of extra rooms for guests, hobbies, office/den. I need homes for buyers who are not ready for assisted living who want really good aging in place homes. I need accessible homes.   Are you thinking of selling your home or condo? Please give me a call. I have clients who want to move from their large family homes and right size but are having serious challenges finding these properties.  Baltimore has a shortage of...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 There are many times when a buyer is looking for the rare, hard to find, 3 bedroom condo in Baltimore. That extra bedroom is needed for occasional out of town company. We have a wonderful solution in one of the condos I have on the market. Have it both ways by making one room do double duty. Take a look at this example of a Murphy bed wall system. Perfect solution... don't you think?    photo used with permission www.pacificcustomdesign.com  When the large bed is folded into the wall, this custom design is perfect for an office...even has the perfect desk. Check out the built in "night stands" and storage. Thinking about finding that special homeCall Margaret Rome  
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
    7 Slade Condo  Pikesville, Md. 21208      Two bedroom ..two bath condominium on the third floor of the luxurious Seven Slade, also known as Suburban Oaks. Imagine having a guest room when you need it, with the freedom of a functional space the rest of the year. This condo has a  queen size Murphy bed, giving you all the comfort and convenience of a guest room without sacrificing space. That means more room for you and the things that matter most    This spacious condo  is conveniently located in the Pikesville area of Baltimore County.     Beautifully designed lobby with shallow pool and fountain.     This very special building has : ~Separate control of heat & air conditioning included in monthly condo fees ~ Swimming pool (water aerobics in the summer) ~4 guest rooms (perfect for ...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 1022 Windsor Road in Sudbrook Park Is Sold!  We found the perfect buyers for this charming brick cape cod located in historic Sudbrook Park in Pikesville.Easy living with two bedrooms, a full bath on the first floor and a deck off the kitchen. There is a window over the sink,  wood cabinets and dishwasher. Gleaming wood floors and a wood burning fireplace.Upstairs is one very very large room that could easily be two separate bedrooms or one spacious master or studio or playroom or office or anything else you might need.Gas heat, central air and all new windows! The  lower level with walk out is ready to finish.Sitting on a beautiful  landscaped .37  acre with a two car garage. This beauty is ready to move into but these buyers are going to do some additions. Hope they will let me see i...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 I am thankful for having the best clients choose me.  Sellers, Margaret Rome, Buyers and James Weiskerger- Broker/Owner of Next Step Realty We had a wonderfully smooth settlement today and by the time I got back home...this email was waiting for me.   Dear Margaret -- I had to sit down right away to thank you for the wonderful work you did in finding the perfect buyers for my mother's house! Without you making things run so smoothly, this chapter in our lives would have been much more difficult -- emotionally and in the actual exercise of selling our family home! Settlement day has now come and passed and this chapter in my life is complete.  I must tell you this ... Your efficient manner -- your kindness and understanding -- and the way you operate is the epitome of professionalism! Y...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Take look at the smiles on our faces. This is what a smooth happy settlement looks like.    Bob and Janice are wonderful sellers with very caring children who helped with this transition.  They were organized and a pleasure to work with. Yesterday they moved from the home they had loved for many years and today we had our final settlement.  Please join me in wishing them the best of health and happiness in their new home. This Pickwick Home Was For Sale   Pride of ownership showed with the updated systems, roof and replacement windows. Large dining room opened into the 22' living room and the  spacious kitchen with bay window gas cooking and double ovens had door to the driveway. Huge finished lower level had a  recreation room with sliders to patio,  4th bedroom and full bath. Replace...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  7 Slade Condo #601Pikesville, Md. 21208  Three bedroom ..two bath..sixth floor condominium in the luxurious Seven Slade ... also known as Suburban Oaks is  sold and settled. We found the right buyers and had a smooth closing today. This spacious condo 1782' is conveniently located in the Pikesville area of Baltimore County.  Beautifully designed lobby with shallow pool and fountain.  This very special building has :~Separate control of heat & air conditioning included in monthly condo fees~ Swimming pool (water aerobics in the summer)~4 guest rooms (perfect for out of town company)~ Library/exercise room (keep your mind and body in shape)~ Party room/social club (with kitchen for entertaining)and a storage locker.Full service building has 24 hour security, answering service, valet, re...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  How lucky I am to be invited to share the New Year with clients who are now friends. The food, the friendship, the art... all beautiful.   My friend Jean bought a lovely home less than a year ago and I love the way she has used her art and color to make this place warm and welcoming.   Jean has a wonderful comforting personality just like my friends, the two good looking guys, Jim and Dan.   It was a lovely evening and Jean made it seem effortless. That is the sign of a perfect hostess.    
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
  How lucky I am to be invited to share the New Year with clients who are now friends. The food, the friendship, the art... all beautiful.   My friend Jean bought a lovely home less than a year ago and I love the way she has used her art and color to make this place warm and welcoming.   Jean has a wonderful comforting personality just like my friends, the two good looking guys, Jim and Dan.   It was a lovely evening and Jean made it seem effortless. That is the sign of a perfect hostess.    
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 1022 Windsor Road 21208 has a TOO LATE sign. MLS #9643220$219,944  Take a look at this charming brick cape cod located in historic Sudbrook Park in Pikesville.Easy living with two bedrooms, a full bath on the first floor and a deck off the kitchen. There is a window over the sink,  wood cabinets and dishwasher. Gleaming wood floors and a wood burning fireplace.Upstairs is one very very large room that could easily be two separate bedrooms or one spacious master or studio or playroom or office or anything else you might need.Gas heat, central air and all new windows! The  lower level with walk out is ready to finish.Sitting on a beautiful  landscaped .37  acre  and has a two car garage. This beauty is ready to move right in!But...it has a TOO LATE sign. If you would like to have one of ...
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