One of the questions I get from home sellers is whether they should pay attention to their Zestimate on Zillow.
My answer is usually the same: the Zestimate is not the value of your home, but it can still affect your sale.
As real estate professionals, we know that a Zestimate is simply an automated valuation model. It is a computer-generated estimate based on public records, MLS data, prior sales, an...
If you're thinking about selling your home in Harford County, you may be wondering whether it's still a seller's market. That's one of the most common questions I hear from homeowners today.
As I write this, I currently have four homes on th...
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about working with a Realtor is that they need to have everything perfectly figured out before reaching out.
As a longtime Realtor, I can tell you that is simply not true.
Buying or selling a home...
Sometimes I have to have a painful conversation with a seller about what their home is actually worth. Not what Zillow says. Not what they hoped it would be. Not what their neighbor got two years ago during the frenzy. Just what today’s marke...
First Impressions
As a Realtor, one of the things I always remind sellers is that buyers start forming opinions about a home before they ever walk through the front door. With the warmer weather arriving across Harford County, this is the perf...
What Are the Most Common Mistakes When Selling a Home in Harford County MD
If you’re thinking about selling your home, there are a lot of moving parts to consider. I’ve worked with many sellers throughout Harford County, and while every si...
Should I Sell My Home or Rent It? A Local Realtor’s Perspective
If you're a homeowner trying to decide whether to sell your home or rent it out, you are not alone. I have this conversation with clients all the time. There is no one size fits...
Selling Your Home in Bel Air, MD? Don’t Overlook This One Thing
If you’re getting your home ready to sell in Bel Air, MD, you’re probably focused on the big things. Pricing it right, getting great photos, and making sure everything looks...
Home Feature That Affect Resale Value
When you're buying a home, it is easy to focus on what works for you right now. The layout feels right, the finishes look great, and you can picture yourself living there. But one thing I always tell my cl...
Home Inspection Myths: Why Houses Don’t Pass or Fail Inspections
When I’m out showing homes with buyers here in Harford County, I hear a common comment come up again and again: “This house isn’t going to pass inspection.” It’s a gr...