Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD

Homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD
Youths Benefit Elementary School Fallston Maryland Front 1901 Fallston Road Fallston Maryland 21047

Search all for sale homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD. This listings gathered on our site are streamed directly from the Maryland MLS and updated throughout the day. You're able to search for Fallston Homes for Sale just like the Realtors do, 24 hours a day!

Homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD are just west of Bel Air MD in the heart of Harford County. Youth's Benefit Elementary sits right on Route 152/Fallston Road providing easy accessibility to main thoroughfares such as, Route 1, Route 40 and Interstate 95 make the homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD a dream for commuters traveling North, South, East or West for work. The homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD are a great place to call home with easy access to parks, walking trails, biking, shopping, dining and so much more. To find out what you home near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD is worth, please complete this simple form.  

Harford County School Info Here The quality of a school can greatly influence home values in an area. To find out local school scores, ratings, and more make sure to check out the Harford County Schools Reports on our website. Remember, school zones change so make sure to contact the local board of education before deciding on a home to make sure the zoned school satisfies your needs, or contact us directly for assistance 443-360-0086.

Free Market Report for Homes Near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD
The data being used in this market report is consolidated from several sources and includes active listings, sold listings and past market trends. Whether you are looking to buy or sell in Fallston MD, this report can be a great resource in researching your area. Research local information including local shopping, churches, hotels and much more.

 Youths Benefit Elementary School Fallston Maryland 
Thanks so much for reading about the beautiful homes near Youth's Benefit Elementary School in Fallston MD, and if you have any questions/concerns don't hesitate to call/text the Compass Home Group directly at 443-360-0086 or send us an email. If you are venturing out to search for homes around the Fallston area, make sure to venture into Fallston Seafood, less than a half mile from Youth's Benefit Elementary School. The food is excellent, and I personally suggest the Crab Cake and Rib Combo Platter!!

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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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Research Your Neighborhood Before You Buy

Scoping Out a Neighborhood
Homebuyers enter the process with one of two mindsets. There are those who know what kind of house they want – the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, the type of kitchen and maybe whether or not they want a yard. Then there are those who know where they want to live, such as a specific school district or neighborhood, but haven't completed a wish list of home features.

Seldom does a homebuyer tell their real estate agent that they want a "three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a gourmet kitchen, a fireplace and a pool in the backyard, located on J Street in the Mountain Shadows neighborhood."

While it's important for your real estate agent to know what features you want in a home, "location, location, location" is just as important, important, important.
Even if you know exactly what you want in a house and perhaps have one picked out, it's important to scope out the neighborhood before committing fully to buying.


Don't Believe What You Hear
Especially when you are new to an area, it's easy to believe what residents tell you about the various neighborhoods. "When I was getting ready to move to Las Vegas 10 years ago I went online and read about the various neighborhoods," recalls Veronica Thomas. "The consensus seemed to be that Green Valley and Summerlin were the best places to live."

On a weekend trip to check out the areas in person, Thomas found that neither area suited her. "Green Valley was far too congested for me," she said. "Summerlin was way too far from my job on the Strip. I'd heard that both had low crime rates, but they weren't that much lower than some other areas that I found much more attractive," she concludes.

There is nothing quite like first-hand information. If good schools are important to you, do the research yourself instead of relying on what others consider "good." GreatSchools.org lists schools' test scores and features reviews from parents, and you can check your zip codes local schools here.
Crime statistics can also be found online. The FBI offers a nationwide Sex Offender Registry on their website and Neighborhood Scout claims that they "reveal the safety from crime for every neighborhood in America." Finally, call the police or sheriff's department in the area for more information on crime statistics.

Google maps will allow you to map a route from the new house to your job, to a particular school, or to the nearest shopping center and kick back the mileage and a rough estimate of the time it will take to get there.

A lot of your preliminary neighborhood research can be done online, but it's not a substitute for actually checking out the neighborhood in person.

Drive It
Number three on the list of the five biggest mistakes homebuyers make when choosing a neighborhood is underestimating or ignoring the commute, according to MSN Real Estate. Their advice is to actually make the commute during normal commute hours to see if it fits your lifestyle.
Drive through the neighborhood at different times during the day and evening, on both weekdays and weekends, looking for anything that may be considered an annoyance. Music blasting from a teenager's open bedroom window when you're trying to unwind after work may make you wonder why you bought a house in that neighborhood in the first place. Is the house under the airport's flight path? Kids – and all that they imply – may be a blessing or a curse, depending on how you feel about them.

If you don't drive, walk the neighborhood. Locate the nearest public transportation stop and see for yourself what the walk is like to the store and other local conveniences.

Check Municipal Records
Finally, check the neighborhood and surrounding area for anything that may impact the home's value.
Look for:
A high number of foreclosures nearby.
Developments in the works.
Upcoming zoning changes.

Sure, it's important to fulfill those dreams of the perfect house for you. But the bigger picture - a suitable neighborhood in an area that fits your lifestyle – is just as important to your quality of life.

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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Homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD

William S James Elementary School Abingdon Maryland FrontHomes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD
1 Laurentum Parkway Abingdon, Maryland 21009

Search all for sale homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD. This listings gathered on our site are streamed directly from the Maryland MLS and updated throughout the day. You're able to search for Abingdon Homes for Sale just like the Realtors do, 24 hours a day!
Homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD are just outside of Bel Air MD in the heart of Harford County. Easy accessibility to main thoroughfares such ash, Route 24, Route 924, Route 1, Route 40 and Interstate 95 make the homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD a dream for commuters traveling North, South, East or West for work. The homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD are a great place to call home with easy access to parks, walking trails, biking, shopping, dining and so much more.  To find out what you home near Abingdon Elementary School in Abingdon MD is worth, please complete this simple form.

Harford County School Info Here

The quality of a school can greatly influence home values in an area. To find out local school scores, ratings, and more make sure to check out the Harford County Schools Reports on our website.  Remember, school zones change so make sure to contact the local board of education before deciding on a home to make sure the zoned school satisfies your needs.
Free Market Report for Homes Near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD
The data being used in this market report is consolidated from several sources and includes active listings, sold listings and past market trends. Whether you are looking to buy or sell in Abingdon MD, this report can be a great resource in researching your area.  Research local information including local shopping, churches, hotels and much more.

William S James Elementary School Abingdon Maryland

Thanks so much for reading about the beautiful homes near William S James Elementary School in Abingdon MD, and if you have any questions/concerns don't hesitate to call/text the Compass Home Group directly at 443-360-0086 or send us an email

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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Harford County Maryland Real Estate Update - March 11, 2014

Harford County Maryland Real Estate Update - February 2014
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The market data has come in for the Harford County Maryland Real Estate market for February 2014, and we are here to decipher some of the data given and give you our thoughts/ideas on where the market is heading.  Last month, 124 homes sold in Harford County, this was up from the same time last year, increasing just under 6%.  The average sales price of a Harford County home ticked it lower than usual at $240,656 down 6.24% from the same time last year, but up 3.4% from where it was in January.  The Harford County Maryland Real Estate market is still feeling the pain of the past several years as the government went through a recession driving home prices down.  In February, about 30%, or 1 in 3, homes were a distressed sale, meaning they were either bank owned/foreclosure, or acquired via a short sale (where the seller owes more on the home than it is worth, and sold for).  114 new homes went under contract in the month of February, another decrease from 2013, going down 5.8%.  

As we all know, the last couple months have been a busier than usual winter with so many snow storms, keeping home buyers hunkered down waiting for better weather to get out and shop the Harford County Maryland Real Estate market.  With less homes going under contract, but sellers still listing their homes, the active inventory of listings came in at 1,143 for February, up over 11% from 2014.  With only 124 homes selling last month, and over 1100 actively listed for sale on the market, that gives us about a 9 month supply of inventory on the market.  Nine months of inventory is what the National Association of Realtors would consider a Buyers Market (6 months of inventory is a "healthy" market).  However, if you talk to local agents, you will see they are finding a shortage of "quality" homes for their buyers around the area.  Homes in this market, priced well, and in good condition are selling quickly, usually in a few days, and often with several offers on the home.
288 new listings hit the market in February within the Harford County Maryland Real Estate market, this is actually down 4.32% from February 2013.  You can see the math, and trends, if only 124 are selling and 288 are coming to the market, inventory is definitely going up giving buyers more options in their home purchase.  On average, of the homes sold in February, it took approximately 127 days for that home to sell, significantly higher than the same time last year, of only 86 days.  Harford County Real Estate Report February 2014
Average Sold Price$240,656
# of Homes Sold124
New Under Contract114
Active Listings1143
New Listings288
Average Days On Market127

If you are considering buying, or selling your home in, or around the Harford County area, give us a call and we can help navigate the waters of what a home sale/purchase may look like for you 443-360-0086.  For detailed information on your zip code, visit the market insider section of our site and register for monthly updates on housing trends in your area.

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Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information
Broker: 443-512-0090
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3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD

3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD 21009
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty
Tim Langhauser and Michele McCartin Call or Text 443-360-0086
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Welcome home to 3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD, a beautiful brick front townhouse in the charming community of Autumn Run.  Autumn Run is located just off of Route 7 in Abingdon, giving homeowners easy access to main thoroughfares including Route 24, Route 40 and Interstate 95.  3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD is a commuters dream for people working from D.C., to as far north as Philadelphia, and only a few minute commute to Aberdeen Proving Grounds.  

Enter the front door of 3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD and you will see pride of ownership from front to back.  You may want to wear your sunglasses as the sun pours of the beautiful floors the current homeowners has put down in the Living Room.  The large Living Room opens into the Eat - In Kitchen with plenty of room for even the largest of Kitchen tables.  Plenty of cabinet space, a walk in pantry and beautiful accents create a welcoming main level living area in 3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD.  Head out the sliding doors onto a spacious deck, perfect for those summer cookouts, and a fully fenced backyard with plenty of common space behind it, including a walk path.  A half bath and and storage closets round off the main level.

m bd rm7604Head down the steps and you're greeted with an abundance of entertaining space in your large family room.  Fully finished basement, with recessed lighting, a sprinkler system, a half bath, that has been roughed in to include a full shower, and plenty of room for storage in your laundry area/maintenance room.  3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD does not have a shortage of space.

Upstairs, you will be greeted by three generous sized bedrooms, including a perfect master suite ready to call home.  The Master suite over looks the rear of the home providing plenty of natural light for those earlymornings.  The full bathroom off the master allows privacy, and separation, from the full hall bathroom upstairs.  A walk in closet, and fresh paint, round out the master suite at 3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD.  The current owner uses the second bedroom as a guest bedroom, and the third upstairs bedroom as an office at the current time.  3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD has been meticulously maintained and is ready for you to call home.  Don't hesitate to schedule your appointment today for this beautiful home 443-360-0086, or stop by and visit us March 16th from 1-3pm for an open house.

Browse community information for the Autumn Community, including market stats, school ratings, demographics and additional local information by visiting the market insider section here.

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Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin Call or Text 443-360-0086 for information
Broker: 443-512-0090
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Welcome Home to 3012 Raking Leaf Drive Abingdon MD

Friday, March 7, 2014

632 Archer Street Baltimore MD 21230 - BA8286121

632 Archer Street Baltimore MD 21230 - BA8286121
Compass Home Group of Keller Williams American Premier Realty
Tim Langhauser & Michele McCartin
Office: 443-360-0086 Broker: 443-512-0090
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Welcome home to 632 Archer Street Baltimore MD, a beautifully updated interior row home just blocks away from Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and M&T Bank stadium!! This two bedroom unit has been fully rehabbed from top to bottom and shows pride of ownership from the current residence. Walk in the front door and you will notice the open floor plan of the main level living area, adorned with gleaming hardwood floors, custom trim work and paint, exposed brick walls and a beautiful floating stair case. Basement stairs were redone to allow more space downstairs, perfect for entertaining. Walk through the living area, separate dining area and into the large custom kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and a beautifully tiled floor. 632 Archer Street Baltimore MD is sure to impress anyone looking for city living under $200,000!! Head downstairs and you will find great space, currently being used as a Family room and play room, by the current owners, and an additional full bathroom! Fresh carpet, recessed lighting, and the open staircase give this area an at home feeling as soon as you enter.

632 Archer Street_2wHead up the custom staircase from the main floor of 632 Archer Street Baltimore MD, and you will find two generous sized bedrooms with new custom floors, plenty of closet space, recessed lighting, tall ceilings and plenty of natural light! 632 Archer Street Baltimore MD boasts a large customer bathroom upstairs, fully tiled, with a separate shower and bathtub. As the weather warms up, don't hesitate to jump outside with the custom two tier rooftop deck, perfect for entertaining, with sweeping views of the city skyline, Ravens Stadium and Camden Yards. The beauty of this home shines from top to bottom, so make sure to contact us today 443-360-0086 for your private tour of 632 Archer Street Baltimore MD.

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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