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What A Stagnant Listing Really Costs You In Maryland

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When trying to sell your home, a house that sits on the market for too long will only end up working against you. In our latest post, we will help you learn how to sell quickly, avoiding a dreaded stagnant listing.  When a house sits on the MLS of weeks or months at a time, … Continued

Understanding The Costs of Selling Real Estate in Maryland

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Do you know about the costs of selling your house in the Maryland area? Learn what to expect before putting your house on the MLS, selling on your own, or working with a direct buyer. You might be surprised at how the costs of selling can eat away at your profits!  Selling your house can … Continued

Can A House Be Sold While In Probate In Maryland ?

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The answer to the often-asked question “Can a house be sold while it is in probate in Maryland ?” is “Yes.” But you must adhere carefully to your state’s pertinent rules and regulations. The probate court will monitor every step and all aspects of the sale, and if you’re the executor, you, too, must monitor … Continued

What Can Go Wrong When You Inherit a House in

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If you’ve suddenly inherited a house, you may not be prepared for the questions and issues that can arise. And if you make the wrong decisions, you will likely encounter financial, emotional, and family problems before long. Forewarned is forearmed, they say, so here’s some of what can go wrong when you inherit a house … Continued

Should I Trust Zillow to Determine My House Value in Maryland

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An old adage in real estate sales is “your home is worth what someone is willing to buy it for.” This suggests that there are many different factors, some arbitrary that go into the valuing of a home. In today’s internet savvy world, many look to industry leader Zillow for information. But the questions is, … Continued

5 Benefits of Downsizing Your House in Maryland

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In real estate today, less is more! There is a trend towards smaller homes for many reasons; families have fewer children on one end of the spectrum, the well-known 2.5 children under the age of 18 per household have dropped, now coming in at an average of 1.93. Often, homeowners find rooms that once were … Continued

How to Sell a House With Liens in Maryland

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Should the process of a title search reveal existing liens, it can certainly clog up the gears on the sale of your home. A lien is a legal notice of an unpaid debt. For example, suppose you feel the claim details are incorrect or that the creditor filed the lien on your property in error. … Continued

How to Sell a House in Maryland That is Worth Less Than You Owe

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When you’re upside down on your mortgage or owe more than the current market value, it can feel like your back is against the wall. Typically fluctuations in the economy cause downward trends in real estate pricing, which can have an ill effect on those with little to no equity, for whatever reason. Often, homeowners … Continued

5 Things You Should Know About Inheriting a Property in Maryland

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How exciting! You’ve inherited a house! But wait, not so fast.  Without giving it much thought, many consider inheriting a house a windfall. However, the reality is that you may be inheriting a sinking ship that you’ll be responsible for, whether you can afford it or not. So while the best intentions may have motivated … Continued