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Posted on 07/07/2020
Homeowner's Insurance: Are you Covered?
Image by Brasil Creativo from Shutterstock If this is your first time owning a home, your mind is likely consumed with plans to replace the carpet or upgrade the appliances. You want to get the best deals and save money where you can. One area not to skimp, though, is in your homeowner's insurance. The last thing you...
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Posted on 06/28/2020
Do You Qualify for a 203k Loan?
Photo by James DeMers via Pixabay If you're hoping to make some major changes to your home, you're likely interested in the types (and terms) of financing available to you. The 203k loan was designed to give homeowners an attractive interest rate, so they'd be more likely to upgrade and modernize their homes. However, it's not available to...
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Posted on 06/21/2020
Upgrade Your Residence's Curb Appeal Without Breaking Your Budget
Believe it or not, upgrading your residence's curb appeal won't necessarily force you to break your budget. Now, let's take a look at three cost-effective ways to improve your house's curb appeal. 1. Mow the Lawn Tall grass and weeds are unlikely to do you any favors, particularly if you want to reap the benefits of a fast, profitable...
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Posted on 06/14/2020
HOAs: Could They Truly Benefit a Neighborhood?
Photo by Andrey_Popov via Shutterstock An HOA — or Homeowners' Association — is an organization in your subdivision or community that creates and enforces regulations and rules for the properties and residents. If a property is part of an HOA's jurisdiction, buying it automatically makes you a member. Therefore, you are required to pay HOA dues that cover...
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Posted on 06/07/2020
What Happens During the Closing Process?
Image by S K from Pixabay Buying a new home can be an exciting experience. Unfortunately, the closing can seem a little daunting if you are unsure about what to expect during the closing process. Below is a simple guide as to what you can expect during the closing of your first home. Knowing How Long the Process...
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Posted on 06/19/2020
Video Tour - 13504 Derry Glen Court #203, Germantown, MD 20874
Casual and comfortable is the feeling you receive as you enter this freshly painted 2 bedroom, 2full bath garden condominium. Enjoy the new granite counter tops and stainlesssteel appliances in the kitchen, discrete laundry behind closed doors. New carpet, with aneutral d~cor, natural light infused, separate dining room, living room opens to a fabuloussunroom with windows galore. The master suite offers it~s own en suite and walk-in closet.The second bedroom also with walk-in closet and a full bath close by. You will have years of enjoyment parking you car in your private Detached 1 car garage with ton of additional storage...
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Posted on 06/19/2020
13504 Derry Glen Court #203, Germantown, MD 20874 is now new to the market!
Casual and comfortable is the feeling you receive as you enter this freshly painted 2 bedroom, 2full bath garden condominium. Enjoy the new granite counter tops and stainlesssteel appliances in the kitchen, discrete laundry behind closed doors. New carpet, with aneutral d~cor, natural light infused, separate dining room, living room opens to a fabuloussunroom with windows galore. The master suite offers it~s own en suite and walk-in closet.The second bedroom also with walk-in closet and a full bath close by. You will have years of enjoyment parking you car in your private Detached 1 car garage with ton of additional storage...
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Posted on 06/17/2020
Video Tour - 404 King Farm Boulevard #40401, Rockville, MD 20850
Location, location, location! Rare corner condominium with tons of natural light in very desirable King Farm! Step outside your door to restaurants, shopping, groceries and more! Walk just three blocks to Shady Grove Metro, or take complementary King Farm shuttle. Enjoy two community pools exclusive to King Farm residents, numerous parks, and convenient access to Millennium and Rock Creek recreation trails for hiking, running and biking. Community activities include movies in the park, wine tastings and much more. Welcome Home! You will love this beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath condo the moment you cross the threshold. Your new home has...
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Posted on 06/15/2020
404 King Farm Boulevard #40401, Rockville, MD 20850 is now new to the market!
Location, location, location! Rare corner condominium with tons of natural light in very desirable King Farm! Step outside your door to restaurants, shopping, groceries and more! Walk just three blocks to Shady Grove Metro, or take complementary King Farm shuttle. Enjoy two community pools exclusive to King Farm residents, numerous parks, and convenient access to Millennium and Rock Creek recreation trails for hiking, running and biking. Community activities include movies in the park, wine tastings and much more. Welcome Home! You will love this beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bath condo the moment you cross the threshold. Your new home has...
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Posted on 06/14/2020
4905 Lackawanna Street, College Park, MD 20740 is now new to the market!
Big on charm is this 5 bedroom, 3 full bath Cape Cod in North College Park. It sits on a quiet lot (.15 acres) with large shade trees. Also boasts a woodburning fireplace, hardwoods on the main level, and separate dining room. Recent improvements include exterior lights with motion detectors, lower level freshly painted and bathroom updated, new insultation in attic, back walkway pavers, exterior paint plus newly landscaped. Lower level boasts 2 bedrooms, kitchenette, full bath, living room and private entrance. This home has all the comforts you would expect. See for yourself. Conveniently located close to Metro, 495, 295, UMD & Bus...
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