ROCKVILLE CALENDAR OF EVENTS Montgomery County Fair 10 a.m. - Midnight  Montgomery County Fair Grounds, Gaithersburg.  All week, ends Saturday, August 16th.  ($)   Wednesday, August 13   11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  Farmers Market.  Rockville Town Center, East Montgomery Ave.   Wednesday, August 13   Noon - 1:30 p.m.  Out to Lunch Wednesdays, Rockville Town Center, Live Band "Squeeze", Swing.   Thursday, August 14  6 p.m. - 8 p.m.  Concert in the Square, Rockville Town Center Square, "Hula Monsters", Swing.   Thursday, August 14  7:30 p.m.  Music Center at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, Tribute to Joni Mitchell.  Cost for tickets, can be ordered at www.Strathmore.org   Friday, August 15  8:30 p.m.   Comcast Outdoor Film Festival,  Strathmore, "Bee Movie".  Free   Friday, August 15  7:30 p.m.  F... 08/12/2008

WHAT DO I DO WITH ALL THIS STUFF??  (DON'T SEND IT TO THE DUMP)     When contemplating selling a home one of the first thoughts that springs to mind is, "What are we going to do with all the stuff in this house?.    They are so many options other than the landfill!  Here are a few of the recycling resources available to Rockville residents:  (If you live elsewhere, some of these organization probably have facilities near you....try the websites listed!)   1)  A Wider Circle -  Named one of the regions finest small charities by the Catalogue for Philanthropy, 2008.  Among other services, A Wider Cirlce runs The Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program providing furniture and other home items to families moving out of shelters or otherwise living without their basic need items.  They are always in ne... 08/11/2008

REO - MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION - ROCKVILLE , MARYLAND This is a good month to make offers on lender owned foreclosures in Montgomery County.  The REO inventory is at a record high level and the lenders are highly motivated sellers. They must keep reducing the prices until the homes are sold. Many buyers are using FHA financing for the low cash requirement. Recent changes by the White House have made FHA even more attractive for use when purchasing a lender owned foreclosure.  Ask us for the name of a loan officer if you have not already obtained the needed pre-qualification letter.  A lender letter must be submitted with any offer. We provide client reports on lender owned homes in Montgomery County and Frederick County.  Please contact us for advice on the successful purchase of lender ow... 08/10/2008

 LUXURY CONDOMINIUM - REO BARGAIN - THE STERLING, ROCKVILLE, MARYLAND You need to be checking the inventory of lender owned foreclosures if you are looking for a very nice condo with a great view. Lenders now own too many foreclosures and they are reducing the prices until the homes are sold. The previous owner paid $515,800 at the end of 2006.  The lender has priced this property at $445,000 for an immediate sale.  Call us for an appointment. Buyers need to have a pre-approval letter to submit with any offer. Ask us for a referral to lender if you do not already have a letter in hand.  Let us know if you wish to receive our client reports on lender owned homes in Montgomery County or Frederick County, MD,  roykelley@mris.com 11700 OLD GEORGETOWN RD #710, ROCKVILLE, MD 20852      THE ST... 08/10/2008

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ROCKVILLE MD HOMES FOR SALE.   New Rockville listings for August 2008.   If you're watching for new listings in a particular community, you must stay aware of new listings.  Communities with homes just listed for sale include                                                                                 ZINNIA IN AUGUST BROOKHAVEN * CARTER HILL * MANOR WOODS * POTOMAC HIGHLANDS * ROCK CREEK MANORROCKCREST * ROCKWOOD * TWINBROOK * FOREST * WHEATON WOODS Demographics--Average Income Families W/Children $107,208--Average Age 36.9--Percent Married 56.1--Percent With Children 35.6--Percent High School Graduates 95.6--Percent College Graduates 66.4--Land Area 495.5 Square Miles--County Population 890,000--Population Density Per Sq. Mile 1763--Population Growth Rate (5 yrs) 1.5% Home sites f... 08/05/2008

Rockville MD Relocation - Rockville  in Montgomery  County MD RelocationRelocating to Rockville Maryland?Not sure which neighborhood is right for you?  Need information about schools, employers, local taxes, and financing?  Whether you're relocating to Montgomery  County, Rockville , we can help make your move successful and stress free.  Online Resources to Help With Your MoveOur website www.ReallyNiceHomes.com  makes it easy for you to view our featured listings and learn more about our community including important information about schools, demographics, climate, crime and much more.Contact us for all  your relocation needs for Rockville  MD  OUR SERVICES AND OUR RELOCATIONG PACKAGES ARE FREE TO RELOCATING FAMILIES!Our guide is designed for anyone considering a move to the area and ... 08/03/2008

FORECLOSURES ARE NOT PLENTIFUL IN ROCKVILLE.  HOWEVER, THERE ARE FORECLOSURE OPPORTUNIES IN ROCKVILLE BANK OWNED HOMES.   FEATURED HOME.  The home below is our featured foreclosure for this week.  To visit this property and compare with non-bank owned homes in Rockville for sale.  You will see the benefit in buying a foreclosed home.  Property Details for listing # MC6775364 Price:  $284,905 City:  ROCKVILLE Bedrooms:  3 Bathrooms:  1 full Type of Home:  Detached Style:  Rancher Year Built:  1955 Lot Acreage:  0.16118 Subdivision:  BROOKHAVEN  County:  MONTGOMERY, MD  State, Zip:  MD, 20853  Status:  ACTIVE  Descriptions Comments:  3 bedroom on corner lot features Sunroom Addition w/ Gas FP & Lrg Windows- walk-out to Fenced Rear Yard, Deck & In-ground Pool. Carport Pkg, quiet loc. on cu... 07/30/2008

ENROLLMENT FOR FALL 2008. IS YOUR CHILD ELEGIBLE? Your child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2008 for enrollment.  Prekindergarten, age 4 by September 1 Kindergarten, age 5 by September 1 First grade, age 6 by September 1 For unusual enrollment questions, not U.S. citizen, attending non-U.S. school overseas, contact the Montgomery County International Student Admissions office at 301-230-0686 MOVING TO MONTGOMERY COUNTY? For families purchasing homes, Montgomery County requires proof of residence.  Due to the popularity of Montgomery County Public Schools, attempts to enroll children who are not eligible for attendance requires that the school system monitor carefully.  Elegibility for entrance is possible with a lease in the district or a contract of sale for a home in the district... 07/29/2008

ROCKVILLE MD HISTORY and why we need to preserve it.  Important to many residents of towns with a long and strong history, county and town planners will do well to preserve the old as well as manage the new.  Towns in Montgomery County would quickly lose much of their charm and vitality if the priceless Victorian homes, the historical train stations, the popular shops located in the original areas of town were replaced with just new construction.  Local towns in Maryland and Northern Virginia almost always preserve the MARC Train Stations.  These stations are along the original rail road lines upon which many of our most important towns were founded.  Commerce thrived along these rail ways just as they now thrive in close proximity to International airports.           TYPICAL MARC STATI... 07/28/2008

ROCKVILLE IS HOME TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICES FOR MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MARYLAND.   What features make a county or city a popular place to live?  Location?  Rockville is located in the heart of Montgomery County and is popular with residents for: Public Transportation, METRO, MARC Train, Ride-On Bus Shopping, White Flint Shopping Center Public Schools; Montgomery County Public Schools Housing, prices and variety of types and styles available Rockville Demographics: Average Income Families with Children - $98,000 Population - 51,000 Land Area - 13.4 Square Miles Population Density - 3,720 persons per square mile Economic Growth - 1.1% Per Year (5 year average) High School Graduates - 94.1% College Graduates - 61.4%                 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION MEANS METRO.  Metro provides three... 07/28/2008

This area of Rockville is the only one that saw increases in the average sold price - but the total dollar volume and units sold are down compared to Juen 2007.  This area of Rockville includes Aspen Hill Park, Bel Pre Woods, Brookhaven, English Manor, Manor Lake/Park/Woods, Norbeck Estates and Wheaton Woods.  I provide detailed reports on Rockville MD Homes for Sale including recently sold homes, homes that went under contract and active listings in dozens of neighborhoods. Total active listings in zip 20853 totalled 215, of which only 10 were condos.  21 homes sold, 47 new listings came on the market and 22 homes went under contract in June 2008. The average sold price was $597,887, a 15% increase over June 2007.  Days on market more than doubled to 132 days.  Total dollar volume sold... 07/22/2008

This area includes a high proportion of high rise condos in the neighborhoods of North Bethesda, Bentley Place, Grosvenor Park, Midtown Bethesda, Randolph Hills, The Gallery and Tuckerman Station.    Prices, dollar volume sold and the number of units sold are all down in June 2008, compared to June 2007.  My website has detailed reports for condo buildings and neighborhoods for what has sold recently, what has gone under contract and what came on the market for Rockville MD Homes. Average sold price decreased 8% compared to last year, from $509,661 in 07 to $466,860 in June 08.  Total dollar volume sold is down 26%.  Days on market is way up, from 44 to 70. Total active listings was 198 homes, of which 128 were condos.  This amount of inventory has stayed steady for the past three month... 07/22/2008

The average sold price in Rockville's 20850 zip code is down over 18% compared to last year at this time but the dolloar volume sold is up by 24%.  This zip code includes the Rockville neighborhoods of Americana Centre, Decoverly, Fallsgrove, King Farm, Rockshire, Rose Hill, West End Park and the Willows of Potomac.  I provide detailed reports on recently sold homes, homes under contract on my website for Rockville MD homes in these neighborhoods. The average sold price of a home was $523,105 in June 2008, compared to $640,236 in June 2007.  Days on market is lower, however: 61 average days to sell in June 08 compared to 81 days to sell in 07.  The number of units sold increased from 44 to 67, which explains the increase in dollar volume. These Rockville MD neighborhoods had a total of ... 07/22/2008

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Search ALL MLS LISTINGS IN ROCKVILLE ,MDYou can elect to register or notIT'S YOUR CHOICE !FREE ACCESS TO ALL MLS LISTINGS IN Rockville MARYLANDFinding homes for sale  in ROCKVILLE Maryland has never been easier. You can find all houses, condos, lofts and homes for sale from the same MLS all Realtors use.The NEW MLS SEARCH SAVER feature allows you to keep track of your favorites, and receive automatic updates of new listings! When you are ready to see a MLS lising, simply click to set an appt. or request more information and you will be contacted the way you prefer, by email or phone. You can elect to register or not. . it's your choice !"START HERE NOW"Need immediate help? Call 240.426.5754 right now!Fernando@ReallyNiceHomes.comFor Sale | Frederick Condos For Sale | Urbana Homes For Sal... 06/29/2008

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FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS PROGRAM FOR ROCKVILLE.   REAL ESTATE BUYERS IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MARYLAND CAN RECEIVE A $10,000.00 GRANT that may be used for DOWN PAYMENT and/or CLOSING COSTS. HOMEFINDERS.COM has partnered with a local bank to provide our First Time Home Buyers for GERMANTOWN real estate with a GRANT of up to $10,000.00.   Loan limits are up to $350,000.  Home buyers in Rockville can get this $10,000 GRANT to help purchase the home of their choice. CALL Lenn Harley to make application, 800-711-7988.                  *Grant money of up to $10,000 is available NOW to be used for Down Payment and/orClosing Costs for the buyer to purchase the home of your choice.*You may select a Single Family Home, a Town Home or a Condo Home.*There are no fees to the Seller.  Seller contribution ... 06/13/2008

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