Friday, August 29, 2014

813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD - MLS # HR8443285

813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD HR8443285 
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Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty

813 Bridle Path Bel Air MD kwlsWelcome to 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD a stunning single family, attached, colonial in the heart of Bel Air boasting over 3,000 square feet! Located in the desired neighborhood of Vale Meadows right off of Vale Road and Rock Spring Road within walking distance to downtown Bel Air. Pull up to 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD, this 7 year young home, and you will see beauty at its finest. Brick, and stone front, complete with a 2 car garage covered porch and meticulous landscaping welcomes you as you enter the front door.

813 Bridle Path Bel Air 21014_27Walk inside and you will be greeted by a 2-story open entrance way complete with beautiful tile work, crown molding and an open staircase to the second floor. Off the foyer will find another beautifully tiled room, perfect for an at home office, library, Den or playroom with super sized front windows allowing tons of natural light to come pouring in. Through the entrance way and into the main living area of 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD you will see how this floor plan opens up. Separate Dining Room complete with tiled floors, crown molding, chair rail, custom light fixtures and a custom wall cutout giving you visual into the Living Room and Kitchen. Beyond the Dining Room you will find a Formal Living room with a gorgeous Gas burning fireplace, over sized windows and plenty of room for entertaining! The homeowners quoted saying "It's a huge home, that is perfect for entertaining." The Living Room is completely open to the Kitchen featuring tiled floors, a wrap around Breakfast bar with plenty of room for 3-4 stools, Stainless Steel Appliances, double wall oven, gas cook-top, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The bumped out sun room of the home allows plenty of light to pour into the rear of the home and is currently being used as another Dining area for this young family. The main floor is rounded out with a half bathroom. Off the sun room of 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD you will find a beautiful custom maintenance free deck with steps into the rear yard with plenty of room for those warm weather nights out back.

 Head upstairs of 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD and you will find a super sized open space common area currently setup as a home office. This space is perfect for another Family Room, play room, video game room etc... bring your creativity. The Master Bedroom is super sized, with a custom tray ceiling, ceiling fans, dual closets, a beautiful separate sitting area off the Master over looks the 2-story foyer and is perfect for a quiet reading nook, or small exercise room! The beautifully tiled Master Bath is complete with separate vanities, soak in corner tub, and a large tiled shower offering plenty of room for those hectic mornings when school starts! Two additional Bedrooms are offered upstairs in 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD with generous room sizes and lots of natural light. Another tiled bathroom rounds up the upstairs living area.

Head into the fully finished basement and you will be ready to throw a party! This super sized open space features recessed lighting, fresh paint, carpeted floors, a full bathroom and is roughed in for a wet bar! Don't miss out on 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD, call us today for a private showing 443-360-0086!  

Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty  
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin  
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Welcome Home to 813 Bridle Path, Bel Air, MD

Monday, August 25, 2014

Writing a Home-Offer Letter – Is It a Good Idea?

Writing a Home-Offer Letter – Is It a Good Idea? 
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty 
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The most important letter you'll submit to a home seller is the one you'll get from your lender stating that you are preapproved for a mortgage. Savvy listing agents will counsel their clients to refuse offers from unapproved buyers, so all the flowery prose of a home-offer letter will mean nothing without loan preapproval. Research our preferred lenders today and get preapproved quickly.

Assuming you have your lender's letter, whether or not you also submit a home-offer letter depends a great deal on the type of market in which you're buying and the competition.  

Your #1 Harford County Real Estate AgentThe Market When the real estate market has lots of buyers looking for homes and few houses for sale, it's a seller's market. With the seller in the driver's seat, purchase offers tend to get cleaner, with fewer demands from buyers. Offering prices typically come in at or even over the asking price. When supply is low and demand is high, it's challenging for buyers. Several regions of the country are currently in seller's markets. In some of the more in-demand areas of California, for instance, there are so few homes for sale and so many buyers in the market that almost 6 in 10 homes are selling in multiple offer situations, according to the California Association of Realtors®. In the second quarter of last year, home sellers received an average of 4.2 offers. In San Antonio, Texas, homes are selling quickly and for over list price, according to Marilyn Moritz of KSAT-TV. The head of the state's Realtors® association cautions homebuyers in these types of markets that they shouldn't be picky and that time is of the essence when making an offer.  

The Competition If you're unfortunate enough to have fallen in love with the same home that three other people are smitten with, be prepared to do battle. The chances are good that they, too, are preapproved for a mortgage, which puts you on equal footing. If any of them is waving cash, however, all bets are off, as the table is tilted in the cash-buyer's favor. There are several reasons for this, the most significant of which is that the seller doesn't have to worry about a loan falling through if the house becomes overpriced in a bidding war. There is no appraisal with a cash offer. There is no lag time, waiting for final loan approval. Cash buyers are streamlined buyers, and they usually prevail in a bidding war. Home-offer letters, however, have been known to sway some homeowners in this situation – especially those with an emotional attachment to the home.  

The "Pick Me" Letter The home-offer letter was created years ago to help sellers stand out from the competition. The problem now is that so many buyers use them, they may be losing their effectiveness. Since there is no harm in trying, however, let's take a look at some tips for the ideal home-offer letter:  

Don't be robotic. This isn't a form letter, it's a letter that you hope will tip the scales in your favor, so put as much personality into it as possible. Start by using the seller's name in the salutation. "Dear John and Mary" is far better than "Dear Seller."  

Make it emotional. Tell the seller how the home resonates with you. Even if it's just the color of the walls, tell the seller how much you appreciate her taste and how close it matches yours. Be sincere in telling the seller why you fell in love with the home and why you want to live in it.

 Explain why they should pick you. Point out your strong points as a buyer, such as few contingencies, your willingness to increase the offered price, or your strong credit score that will help your loan approval zip right through.  

Keep it brief. Try not to go over three to four paragraphs.  

Keep it upbeat and positive. Sellers don't care if theirs is the ninth house you've made an offer on. They don't care that you need a one-story because of health issues. Accentuate the positive and leave the complaints out of it. Don't forget to include photographs to help cement the fact that you are far more than a signature on a purchase agreement. There's an old saying that is frequently tossed around in business circles: "People do business with people they know, like and trust." Helping the seller get to know you, like you and trust you is a tall order for a short letter, but it should be your goal nonetheless.

Original Article here - http://www.buy-sellmdhomes.com/miarticles/articleid/166/  

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Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin  
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Thursday, August 21, 2014

Sunday August 24th Open House Blowout!

August 24 Open HouseSunday August 24th Open House Blowout! 
Your #1 Harford County Real Estate Agent Team 
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty

Come out and visit your #1 Harford County Real Estate Agent Team as we are holding 3 open houses throughout the Harford County area on Sunday August 24th from 12-2pm!

 555 Terrapin Place Joppa MD 21085 Beautifully updated and maintained 3 Bedroom, 2.5 bathroom interior townhome in Joppa ready for you to call home. Meticulously landscaped front and rear yard, bumped out main level and more. Master Bath renovation with dual vanities, tiled shower, and a separate soak in tub!! Stop by and see us Sunday from 12-2

14 Overbrook Drive Bel Air MD 21014 Charming 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom colonial for town home pricing in the heart of Bel Air. Offers a 1 car garage, finished basement, and plenty of flex space for a 2nd bedrooms if desired. Home backs to common area with plenty of outdoor entertaining space.

343 Donald Circle Forest Hill MD 21014 3 Bedroom, 2 Car Garage in the sought after Spenceola Farms features 2-story family room, open floor plan, 2 story addition off the back of the home and more! This home has it all and is ready for you to move right in!! Visit us Sunday from 12-2pm!! Stop by any of these beautiful homes, Sunday August 24th from 12-2pm and chat with your #1 Harford County Real Estate Agent Team about your home buying needs throughout the North East Maryland region. If you can't make it this weekend, no problem, give us a call at 443-360-0086 and we can setup a private tour for you anytime!  

Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty
#1 Harford County Real Estate Agent Team  
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin 
Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information Broker: 443-512-0090  
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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD HR8435291

210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD HR8435291

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210 Caveat - KWLSWelcome Home to 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD, MLS HR8435291, a stunning single family home in the heart of Havre de Grace. 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD is located in the Bulle Rock community of Harford County and just hit the market today! The price has been reduced almost $25,000 from the previous listing and is ready for you to call home! 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD boasts three spacious bedrooms. 2.5 Bathrooms and over 3,100 square feet not including the basement!

IMG_0118Enter the front door of 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD and you will notice how beautifully maintained this home is. Hardwood Floors greet your feet when you enter the 2 story foyer that flow all the way straight back into the Kitchen area. To your left you will find an open formal Living Room and Dining Room complete with 9' ceilings, crown molding, chair rail, updated light fixtures and beautiful columns. You will find a half bathroom and a full size laundry room on the main floor off the main living area making laundry day ultra convenient. Enter the kitchen and prepare to be impressed, 42" custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances with a double wall oven, built in microwave, and gas stove! The large center island has plenty of space for 3-6 chairs offering additional seating. A small custom desk area sits off the kitchen as well perfect for homework/minor office work. The out cove off the eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space for a large kitchen table and a double door pantry with plenty of storage. 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD kitchen flows right into a super sized family room with cathedral ceilings, gas burning fireplace, and large windows allowing plenty of natural light to pour in. The Master Bedroom also sits on the main floor of 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD with custom ceilings, paint, chair rail, dual walk in closets, and a master bath that could host a party! Fulled tiled master bath with dual vanities, giant corner tub and a separate tiled shower. A large Den sits off the Master Bedroom and Family Room offering additional flex space with large rear sliders to the custom built stone patio with water features, privacy wall and more!!

Head upstairs of 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD and you will find a large open area perfect for an upstairs living space, home office, playroom or whatever else you can put your imagination to. Two spacious bedrooms all done with neutral floors and paint are ready for you to move right in. Upstairs offers a full bathroom with dual sinks, a tiled tub with plenty of space. The basement of 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD is currently unfinished, but could easily bring this home to well over 4,000 square feet of finished space!!

For your private tour of 210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD, make sure to contact the Compass Home Group today, Your #1 Harford County Real Estate Team, or by calling 443-360-0086.

Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty  
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin  
Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information Broker: 443-512-0090  
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210 Caveat Ct Havre de Grace MD HR8435291

Friday, August 15, 2014

1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD HR8432450

1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD 210091404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD HR8432450 
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty 
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Welcome home to 1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD, a truly unique property where the options are endless for you. This updated 3 Bedroom Brick Rancher is currently sitting on a double lot, separate tax ID 1301014218, both of which are .46 acres totaling to just under 1 full acre. Main home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, hardwood floors, and plenty of charm just waiting for your personal touch. New Oil Tank, paint, and water/sewer hookup eliminating your need for a well/septic system!! The super sized family room, and basement offer a ton of open living space perfect for entertaining. Don't worry about being cold with the wood burning fireplace ready to heat your entire home. You need to tour this one to understand, 1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD has two additional structures on it each with it's own kitchen and bath with rental possibilities, an in law suite, workshop and more. Live in the main home, and create rental properties to pay your own mortgage!! The possibility of living payment free could be upon you with 1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD. If the land is too much for you, the possibility of subdividing out and selling off the second parcel could meet your needs and generate cash flow for you.

The options are almost endless for 1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD with possibility galore. No worries, the main home is move in ready, so use the other 2 buildings for storage, a party house, guest house or perfect for a workshop for any tradesmen. For your private tour of 1404 Peverly Road Abingdon MD contact us directly at 443-360-0086.  

Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty  
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin  
Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information Broker: 443-512-0090
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555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD MLS HR8432413

555 Terrapin Court Joppa MD 21085555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD MLS HR8432413 
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty 
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Welcome Home to 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD (MLS HR8432413) a beautifully maintained 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Interior Townhouse that boasts pride of ownership the moment you walk in the door. As soon as you pull up to 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD you will notice the custom landscaping and retaining walls displayed across the front of the home. Walk in the door and this neutral home is ready for your personal touch, the carpets have all been deep cleaned, walls freshly painted and a deep clean done. The entry foyer offers a coat closet, and half bath that opens into the super sized family room! Large windows allow plenty of natural light to pour in throughout the day. Through the family room of 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD you will find a large kitchen and dining room combination with plenty of room for the largest of dinner parties. Plenty of cabinet space, neutral colors, and a kitchen island are sure to impress int his home, with a separate pantry. 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD offers a large bump out off the kitchen with a wall of windows streaming natural light in with great views of the back yard. This space could be an additional family room, sunroom, playroom or even a large home office. Outback you will find a generous sized paver patio and more beautiful landscaping with a large retaining wall perfect for entertaining in the warmer months of the year.

Head upstairs of 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD and you will find a Master Suite fit for a single family home! Large windows looking over the rear of the home, a walk in closet, and a newly updated Master Bath featuring Dual vanities/sinks, a tiled stand up shower, and separate jetted tub with updated floors, vanities, and fixtures! Two additional bedrooms, both neutrally painted with fresh carpet and offering double bifold closets with plenty of storage. The upper level is rounded out with a second bathroom that has also been updated with new fixtures, lighting and a tiled bath tub.

Don't wait on this one, for your private tour of 555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD make sure to contact the Compass Home Group today at 443-360-0086.  

Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty  
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin  
Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information Broker: 443-512-0090  
Get a FREE REPORT of your HOME'S VALUE at www.ListWithCompass.com
555 Terrapin Terrace, Joppa, MD MLS HR8432413