Sunday, May 5, 2013

Pont Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View For Sale

PONTE VILLAS PIER HOMES at HARBOR VIEW FOR SALE

Why do people live here?

Ponte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View are located in the heart of Baltimore. People who live at Ponte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View live in the lap of luxury. The homes have a stunning view of the Inner Harbor. The view of the Inner Harbor is priceless. There a different beautiful features in each of these homes. Some of the amenities at prestigious gated community of Pier Homes at Harbor View may include: Pool, Fitness Center, Concierge Marina Club, Bar, Pier and so much more.

Looking for a home atPonte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View?

Interest in homes for sale at PonteVillas Pier Homes at Harbor View? Click that link to find all available homes for sale.

What's the neighborhood like?

The homes you would expect to find for sale at the Ponte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View were built in the early to mid 2000's. This community is gated providing additional community feel to the neighborhood.

What's going on nearby the Ponte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View?

Within a few miles there are trendy shops and local boutiques. In addition there are your major grocers as well. Being located near the Inner Harbor means entertainment and fun things to do in the city are end less. Being in the center of it all makes it worth while living here!

What schools will the kids attend?

To get local schools and more information about these schools and community reports, check out Community Reports on my website.

Now you really want to find a home here, right?

If you are interested in the current homes for sale at Ponte Villas Pier Homes at Harbor View click on the link. Our for sale property information is a direct feed from the MLS and is updated multiple times per day.

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Helene Kelbaugh, Realtor

Certified Distressed Property Expert

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Baltimore, MD 21224
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“Highest Overall Satisfaction For Home Buyers and Home Sellers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms”

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How to Get the Best Deal on a House - HeleneSellsHomes.com

How to Get the Best Deal on a House - HeleneSellsHomes.com @ Keller Williams Realty Baltimore

The current state of the real estate market is changing. To get the best deal on a house consider these tips for a great deal. If you're looking for a super deal, you may have to put up with inconvenience, pay in cash or be confident about your home improvement skills.

Offer Cash

Green talks. If your offer isn't contingent on financing, you may be able to talk your way into a very sweet deal. Obviously, this kind of deal is contingent on your ability to come up with the cash to pay for a house without a mortgage. If you are in a bidding war for a property, cash can seal the deal due to the security that it provides the seller, assuring an easy close.

Find Distressed Homes
Distressed short sales and foreclosures are not for the faint hearted. You may have to deal with squatters, property destruction, or decay of the property including termite issues, broken plumbing, and destroyed appliances. If you are handy, and have enough money to fix the place up or tear it down and build something new, then you could be a good candidate for this kind of deal.

Bid in Foreclosure Auctions
Foreclosure home auctions are all about the bargain. In order to get a real deal, you have to spend a lot of time researching the home, neighborhood, lot and value. If there are liens against the property and you have the winning bid, you may be responsible for paying these. Typically, the opening bid (or floor) is based on the amount owed by the current owner to the bank. If you make a bid and the bank accepts it, then you're stuck. So do as much research as you can in advance - and know your number going in. If you like the thrill of the hunt and are willing to deal with the red tape, this kind of deal could be a good fit.

Seek out Estate Properties
We’re not saying that you should troll the obits looking for real estate gems, but estate properties can make for choice deals. Often times homes owned by estates of the deceased are sitting unoccupied and heirs can be eager to turn their bricks into dough.

Ready to get the best deals on a house?

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Helene Kelbaugh, Realtor

Certified Distressed Property Expert

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Keller Williams Realty
2936 Odonnell Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
410-246-6032 o 443-465-8443 m

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Saturday, May 4, 2013

My House Won't Sell - HeleneSellsHomes.com @ Keller Williams Baltimore

My House Won't Sell - HeleneSellsHomes.com at Keller Williams Baltimore

Selling a house doesn't have to be a taxing process. Selling a house should actually be a smooth process from listing to close. The is assuming the seller has the right motivation and is ready to move. If the seller is not really ready to sell chances are any professional advice won't be taken. Learn some of the most common reasons why homes won't sell and WHAT NOT TO DO when selling!

1. My house won't sell - BECAUSE IT'S OVERPRICED.
Sellers want the highest possible dollar for their home. However overpricing the home and waiting for a buyer will result in a expired listing and frustration down the road. Price your home correctly and a offer of sale will come in quickly.

2. My house won't sell - BECAUSE IT DIDN'T APPRAISE
Homes not appraising is unfortunately a symptom of the house being over priced to begin. If the house is overpriced and a unknowing buyer brings an offer this is false excitement. If it it doesn't appraise, chances it's over priced.

3. My house won't sell - BECAUSE IT HAS NO CURB APPEAL
The first time your house is when a buyer drives by. Do you have overgrown grass? Need to power wash the siding? Broken windows? You have just eliminated buyers before they even see the house.

4. My house won't sell - BECAUSE IT'S NOT INVITING
Got the buyer to come in, but after 2 minutes they went running out the door. Could it be the smell of to many animals? Is it a bit to smokey? Is the buyer stepping over all the toys? People have to want to envision themselves in your home. This can never happen with these awful distractions.

5. My house won't sell - BECAUSE I NEVER ALLOW SHOWINGS
Sellers REALTORS work hard to get interest and showings to your home. Keep things flexible and allow buyers to see it! Especially if you are in a short sale situation. We want to get it sold quick and seller flexibility with showings and keeping the place tidy while it's on the market will make it sell quick.

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Home Prices in Towson for May 2013

Home Prices in Towson for May 2013

Real estate market date for Towson, Maryland provided by Helene Kelbaugh of Keller Williams Realty Baltimore

Towson Home Prices

We are now observing multiple months straight of increased sold prices on home prices in Towson and the way the market is now, things are not going to be slowing down right now or anytime in the coming future. Deals are still out there if you are a buyer and thinking about buying in the area. The way to make this work is by having a knowledgeable REALTOR who knows the market in the area. The worst thing you can do is wait and not take action now. When buying in a market with very low inventory this only means higher prices and buyers have to act fast! Most listings now are selling over list prices. To ensure you don't pay more for the house than what it's worth, you'll want to have an agent the does a thorough analysis of the market of the home that you are considering purchasing.

Towson Real Estate Report Summary

The median list price in May for single family homes in Towson is $610,750.

The list prices increased by 1.96% from the previous month.

The price per square foot for listings in this area is $258.

Find homes for Sale in Towson, MD

Visit my website to search for homes in Towson or to be notified when Towson Homes come on the market.

To find out what your home is worth in the current market email me or call 443-465-8443

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Helene Kelbaugh, Realtor

Certified Distressed Property Expert

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Keller Williams Realty
2936 Odonnell Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
410-246-6032 o 443-465-8443 m

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Friday, May 3, 2013

Selling a home in Baltimore - Keller Williams - HeleneSellsHomes Group

Selling a home can be a HUGE decision. Use the following 3 tips when selling a home to get the most out of your investment.

Home Selling Tip #1: Hire a reputable real estate agent. Selling a home can be stressful, and you want a reliable real estate agent you can trust to take some of the burden of selling a home off your hands.

Home Selling Tip #2: Give your home curb appeal. When selling a home, you need to keep your home looking its best. If a buyer is turned off by what your home looks like from the street, you will never get them in. Clean up your lawn, patch brown spots in the grass, clear sidewalks, and keep leaves and other debris picked up. Potential home buyers also notice things like chipped paint and dirty siding, so pressure-wash your home and repaint before putting it on the market if needed. Do whatever you need to do to show buyers that you're serious about your home's maintenance. Finally, let color help you when selling a home. Yellow evokes the emotion of buying, so plant yellow flowers near the entrance.

Home Selling Tip #3: Price your home right.

Of all of the tips for selling a home, this one is the most important. You need to price your home competitively, perhaps slightly lower than comparable homes in your neighborhood. Unfortunately, many sellers choose the real estate agent who suggests the highest listing price, but this can come back to haunt you. Pricing your home to sell involves looking at similar properties, making adjustments for the differences between them, tracking market movements and considering present inventory to arrive at a realistic value for the price of your home. Setting your listing price just right could lead to a bidding war, resulting in a higher sales price for you. Work with your listing agent to price your home correctly.

Thinking about selling? Get your home value here or contact an agent today.

Visit Selling a home in Baltimore for additional tips on selling a home in Baltimore

Applying for a mortgage? Avoid these common mistakes!

Applying for a Mortgage? Avoid These Common Mistakes

If you're a first-time buyer, an itch to start looking at homes typically starts just after you make the decision to buy. The feeling may be so overwhelming that it's the very first thing you do. That's mistake number one: Looking at homes without knowing how much you can spend on a home isn't just a mistake, it's silly.

So, how do you know how much you can spend? By visiting a lender and getting preapproved for a mortgage. Sure, it's not as exciting as actually looking at houses, but it's the first step in a process that, if not followed, presents plenty of potential pitfalls that may make it impossible for you to purchase a home.

Before you put pen to paper, though, signing away a big chunk of your salary for the next 30 years, do yourself a favor and prepare.

Check Your Credit

Did you know that up to 79 percent of Americans' credit reports contain errors? That's why it is so important that a lender do this before you step foot into a seller's home!

When applying for a mortgage review your credit

Tell the Truth

Obtaining credit is nowhere near as easy as it once was. Although you may be tempted to stretch the truth on your application to get the loan, DON'T. The lender will dig up the truth, and you will be denied.

Don't Make Major Purchases

House hunting is exciting and shopping for the new house is probably top-of-mind. Don't do it.

If new debt is high enough to change your debt-to-income ratio, you may no longer qualify for the mortgage. So keep the credit cards tucked away, until after escrow closes.

The loan application process isn't nearly as glamorous and exciting as touring homes and shopping to outfit the new home, but it's the most important step in the process. Don't make any major financial or life changes between applying for the mortgage and closing escrow, and you should have no problems.

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Helene Kelbaugh, Realtor

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Keller Williams Realty
2936 Odonnell Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
410-246-6032 o 443-465-8443 m

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