If you’re thinking about buying a home, you may have come across something called the 30/30/3 rule. As a Harford County, Maryland Realtor who works with many first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and relocating families, I am a big fan of this guideline.
The 30/30/3 rule is not a lender requirement. It is a practical framework designed to help home buyers stay financially comfortable after they purchase...
Do I Need to Paint Before Selling My Home?
If you're thinking about selling your home in Harford County, you may be wondering, “Do I need to paint before listing?” As a realtor who has sold many homes in this area, my honest answer, almos...
What It’s Really Like to Live in Harford County, MD
A local perspective from someone who made the move
I moved to Harford County from New York in 2016 (My Journey from New York to Bel Air, MD), and like many people who relocate here, I ha...
What to Ask a Realtor Before Hiring One
Choosing the right real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you will make when buying or selling a home. You are not just hiring someone to unlock doors or list a property online. You are...
What Selling Your Home Is Really About: A Saturday Morning in Harford County
Imagine this with me.
It is Saturday morning in Havre de Grace. The sun is rising over the water, and the town is just beginning to wake up. You take your cof...
If you have ever typed how to schedule a home viewing near me into Google, you are in the right place. I am Leigh Kaminsky, a local Harford County realtor, and I help homebuyers see homes, understand showings, and start their home search with c...
When I Was the Home Seller, I Wasn’t Easy
Looking back, I’ll be the first to admit it, I was not an easy seller.
When we sold our home in upstate, New York, I loved that house deeply. It was where our kids were little, where we made c...
When you buy a home, you are making one of the biggest investments of your life. Choosing the right realtor can make the experience smoother, faster and far less stressful. Many buyers tell me they did not realize how much guidance and protec...
How to Declutter and Organize Your Home for Open House Viewings
Getting your home ready for an open house is one of the most important steps in the selling process. Home buyers form an opinion within seconds, so the goal is to make your home...
Top Paint Colors Recommended for Home Staging
Best Colors for Living Rooms, Kitchens, Bedrooms and Bathrooms in Harford County, Maryland
When you are getting ready to sell your home, paint is one of the simplest upgrades that makes a big ...