I have been doing Market Leader for a little less than a month, and I am delighted to report that I am working with one very active buyer and am actively emailing a young doctor in Florida who will be moving to DC this summer. I am happy with the results so far, even though I don't seem to be meeting my total performance quotas according to the weekly status checks from Market Leader (worse than talking to my manager!).  I definately will give it another month at least, and I even recommended it to another agent. I think the website name is really important to get the activity that you should be getting. Good luck to everyone else trying it! 04/27/2009

2619 Blaine Drive Chevy Chase, Maryland 20185 Rock Creek Forest$639,000Comfort and Value......Great Opportunity!Barbara Nalls and Long and Foster Real Estate are pleased to welcome you to this wonderful opportunity to own a bright, spacious, updated home on a very rare over-sized lot in the heart of Rock Creek Forest! Freshly painted and boasting a versatile open floor plan, large windows, generous room sizes, gleaming hardwood floors and great indoor-outdoor flow this sought after model is a rare value. There's a spacious open foyer, generous formal living and dining rooms, a well-designed, renovated kitchen with lots of extra storage, three big bedrooms with good closets, two full and one half updated baths, a terrific over-sized family room, charming screened porch, and a built in ga... 04/24/2009

The below Chevy Chase, Maryland properties shown are all the active listings in the MRIS as of today.  Whenever you check back you will be updated with the latest listings, as this info is updated daily. Chevy Chase md condos Chevy Chase md townhomes Chevy Chase md houses   These Montgomery County MD homes for sale are all over Chevy Chase including Kenwood - Rock Creek Knolls - Donneybrook Estates - Meadowbrook Village Martins - Somerset Heights - Martins - Thornapple - Rosemary - Beechwood - Hesketh - Stewart - Spencer - Grubb Road - Leland - Uppingham - Brierly - Bethesda Metro - Trader Joe's - North Park Avenue - - Little Falls Park - Boundary Park - Willoughby - Friendship Village - Mazza Gallery - Crescent Plaza, Somerset Heights, Cityline, Chase Point, Sterling Condos, Crest - Ro... 04/23/2009

Chevy Chase, Maryland Homes for Sale   More Chevy Chase Neighborhoods... Area Links Chevy Chase, Maryland. Chevy Chase Homes for Sale, Maryland Real Estate   Chevy Chase is conveniently located six miles from Washington D.C. along the Capital Beltway.  This residential haven of nearly 9,500 residents offers gorgeous housing and is part of Montgomery County, one of the most prosperous counties in the nation.  Chevy Chase homes for sale are found in well-established, beautiful residential neighborhoods.   Established in 1776, it features rolling farms to the west and cosmopolitan cities to the east & south.  The Town of Chevy Chase is a self-governing municipality whose boundaries extend to East-West Highway on the north, Connecticut Avenue on the east, Bradley Lane on the south and one ... 02/16/2009

3224 PARK VIEW RD, CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815       Was $649,000 Just Reduced to $535,000 Tax Fiscal Year  2008  Estimated property tax and non-tax charges in first full fiscal year of ownership.   TOTAL EST. CHARGES:  $8,094  City Tax:  Tax Year:  2008   State/County Tax:  $5,815  Refuse:  Base Tax Rate:  0.77   Special Tax:  $1,911 Homestd/Exempt Status:    Exempt Class:  000   Front Foot Fee:  $ Tax Class:  38   Mult Class:   ASSESSMENT                   Year Assessed  Phase-in Value  Land  Improvement  Land Use    2009 $752,240 $459,930 $292,310 I represent my buyer clients as their exclusive agent. We are in the midst of an unprecedented buyers market. Contact me to help you take advantage of these opportunities. rick.boothe@longandfoster.com          301-793-6796   02/03/2009

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Gary Ditto's Sold Report for Zip Code 20815 November 2008 Sorted by Subdivision & Close Price Address Style Subdivision List Price   Close Date   Close Price   Seller Subsidy BR BA HB 4620 PARK AVE N #PH03W Other 4620 NORTH PARK AVE $625,000   11/17/08   $555,000   2 2 0   4800 CHEVY CHASE DR #402 Other BRADLEY HOUSE $385,000   11/20/08   $375,000   2 1 1 4800 CHEVY CHASE DR. #505 Other BRADLEY HOUSE $275,000   11/14/08   $275,000   $2,000 1 1 0   7007 MEADOW LN Colonial CHEVY CHASE $1,799,999   11/10/08   $1,700,000   6 3 1 105 OXFORD ST Colonial CHEVY CHASE $1,150,000   11/7/08   $1,030,000   3 3 1   3717 VILLAGE PARK DR Colonial CHEVY CHASE COMMONS $1,600,000   11/10/08   $1,510,000   5 4 2   7111 WOODMONT AVE #205 Other CRESCENT PLAZA $374,900   11/26/08   $358,000   $8,000 1 1 0  ... 12/02/2008

Fernando Herboso   My name is Fernando Herboso and I'm a Residential Real Estate Specialist with www.ReallyNiceHomes.com  I'm here to assist you in your search for your new property.   I would like for you to know that you've put yourself in touch with a team of expert Realtors  who each specialize in their field, to insure that all of your real estate needs are met.   The property you've requested more pictures is already under contract again. SEE HERE Unfortunately, this property is the only one in the subdivision that was available in the market.   I would like to send a list of new properties that comes available if you can just share with your criteria. You can email me. .that would be fine.   Also   Do you need a pre-aproval letter from a lending Institution?, or do you have a ho... 11/16/2008

8912 Spring Valley RoadChevy Chase, Maryland   Welcome to this wonderfully maintained and updated three bedroom, two and a half bath four level split located in Chevy Chase. Among its many features, please note the updated table space kitchen featuring granite countertops, tile flooring & backsplash, as well as a beautiful bay window with window seat overlooking the private back yard and gardens. Also note many updated double pane windows and a wonderful screened porch with solar screens. Enjoy both the daylight lower level family room and the spacious recreation room. Centrally located, you are near the area¹s schools, public transportation, the neighborhood swim/tennis facilities (CCRA) and much more!   Level One: Foyer • coat closet • pantry closet Living Room • 22'4" x 12'11" • upda... 10/10/2008

Hi Everyone, My Regional Manager just sent this out. Hang in there! Things are improving!  Please see below, which is an excerpt from the Mortgage Banking Assoc.’s daily newsletter.  Pending Sales of Homes Up 7.4 Percent, Highest in 13 Months Toledo Blade (OH) (10/09/08)The beleaguered housing market received a piece of sorely needed good news, as the National Association of Realtors reported an unexpected jump in pending home sales in August compared to July. The group's monthly index reading of 93.4--the highest number in more than a year--was up 7.4 percent from July and up 8.8 percent from August 2007. Pending sales, which refer to home contracts that have not yet closed, typically result in a sale one to two months later. The numbers were higher across the United States, with the ... 10/09/2008

 LENDER OWNED FORECLOSURE - CHEVY CHASE, MARYLAND It is rare to find an affordable home in Chevy Chase. The surge in foreclosures and the large inventory of lender owned foreclosures has created a different market.  So, this is your chance to move to the neighborhood of your choice. This home should qualify for FHA financing with a 3% cash requirement if you want attractive financing to go with the attractive price. Buyers need to have a pre-qualification letter to be submitted with any offer. Ask us for a referral if you have not selected a lender. We provide client reports on lender owned homes in Montgomery County and Frederick County, Maryland. Let us serve as you exclusive buyer agent and we will show you how to be a successful purchaser.  roykelley@mris.com   3224 PARK VIEW RD, CH... 09/22/2008

       As many people already may know; The Government has agreed to bailout all troubled assets, within corporations on Wall St, mainly. This certainly affects us, both good and bad.      This most important thing to realize is, it was inevitable. This had to happen or our situations would be worst than that of the depression era.      Mortgage rates have gone down and will continue to drop a little more even, to stay somewhere just under 6%, for the time being.  This will help 'kickstart' the housing sector somewhat.      Regrettably, we are all left holding the bag, as taxpayers.  With, what some say to be, upwards of 1 Trillion dollars in deficit in 1 year; taxes will have to be raised. None of us are immune. Both the little guy and the big will be paying for this. Lets just hope it... 09/22/2008

THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME IN AMERICA TO BUY A HOME   You Can Quote Me On That!   To all Residents of Potomac, Bethesda and Chevy Chase:   If you have not already read my blog about now being the best time to buy, I hope you pay attention to this one.   I will make it short and sweet. In the areas that I have mentioned above; most of them are still seing HUGE PRICES INCREASES......AGAIN......HUGE PRICE INCREASES   And if I am not listing the home I won't tell. This will be are little secret.   Looks like we have recession proof zip codes mixed with a buyers market. I have developed a very unique Method to take advantage of this for all of my clients seeking to buy a home.  I can give you raw numbers such as the area code of 20817 & 20818 up almost 20% from last year and deliver... 09/21/2008

 CHEVY CHASE REO PRICE REDUCED We mentioned this lender owned foreclosure in a previous blog.  The lender has reduced the price to $499,000.  It is a good time to submit a contract. Buyers do need to be pre-qualified for financing since a lender letter must be submitted with any offer. Check with us if you need a referral to a loan officer. We provide client reports on lender owned homes in Montgomery County and Frederick County, Maryland. roykelley@mris.com   8900 CONNECTICUT AVE, CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815     CHEVY CHASE - 3 BEDROOMS/3 BATHS - $499,900   PREVIOUS TRANSFER DATE AND PRICE: 18-Oct-2007  $772,000 09/18/2008

Today Freddie Mac and Fannie May were taken over by the government. This is a milestone, in the current housing situation and hints at many more changes to come.  Namely, does this signify the bottom of the housing market? Many think so. Mortgages rates dropped almost a 1/2 percent today for home buyers. I think the most interesting questions in our area markets is; the upper echelons of the housing markets in the D.C. metro areas are doing quite fine. How will this affect our market? The government taking over these two firms will positively effect our market in a great way. There will be more money to lend and it will be easier to obtain a loan, for qualified buyers. If you are in the market to buy a home, or if you are considering to buy a home; seriously think about purchasing by th... 09/08/2008

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO4301 MILITARY RD NW #PH2WASHINGTON, DC 20015 MLS #: DC6441582$1,999,0002 Bedrooms, 2 Full, 1 Half BathroomsOne of a kind penthouse in PN Hoffman's trophy building. Luxury personified in a dramatic staircase to a loft space and huge terrace overlooking Friendship Heights. Gourmet kitchen with table space, expansive curved floor to ceiling windows. 2,675 sq ft of architectural digest living. Two parking spaces included in price. 24 hr concierge, fitness center & fab.club suite.Listed by Peter FortnerReal Estate Services CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO8104 KERRY LNCHEVY CHASE, MD 20815 MLS #: MC6564557$1,899,9956 Bedrooms, 4 Full, 0 Half BathroomsSpectacular major renov in the highly desireable Hamlet by acclaimed THEO Builders showcases exceptional design & finishes.6 BDR... 09/07/2008

The High End Home Markets Is Alive and Well in the Metro of DC The luxury Market of Real Estate is going strong in the Metropolitan areas of DC. This is great news considering the lackluster performance of the national real estate market. Looking at the chart below; I would like to highlight a couple of items: 1. Most transactions are being sold between the 1-30 day period, mostly with the use of conventional loans. 2. With this being said, in Montgomery county alone, there are 881 and homes on the market over a million dollars. This suggests that sellers are starting to recognize that now is an attractive time to sell a home. Prices have held firmly and buyers would like to get their foot in the door before interests rates get out of hand.   ANTHONY DASHTIZADEH 240.353.3163 : MOBILE RE... 08/31/2008

I'm sitting at my desk, talking on the phone and looking out of the window.  The large, pretty deer in the driveway is unimpressed by first a car, then a man with a dog who are passing by.  It barely looks up.  My weed-ridden lawn must be yummy, although I'm sure it's not the weeds the animal targets. After we moved from a more urban DC neighborhood out to Rock Creek Forest on the District line, the first thing our kids got excited about was the daily deer in our yard.  Visitors from the woods elegantly leaped over the fence and started munching on their favorite greens, no matter if someone was watching or not. They let us come shockingly close. As we have long learned now, there are downsides to the spectacle. My hostas bloom for only a day, several other plants regularly get chewed d... 08/28/2008

As you are well aware of by now, the real estate market has started to pick up by now. There are many reasons for this. Let me be clear by first saying: MANY INDICATORS ARE SUGGESTING THAT THE PRICES OF HOMES, AROUND THE COUNTRY, WILL DECREASE IN VALUYE. AGAIN, I THEY WILL DECREASE IN VALUE. PEOPLE HAVE TO BE CRAZY TO BUY A HOME THEY CAN GET FOR CHEAPER IN 6 MONTHS RIGHT? TRUTH BE TOLD, MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, THESE ARE THE CASES OF MOST CURRENT HOME BUYERS. WHY WOULD ANYONE BUY A HOME IN THIS SCENARIO? THERE IS ONLY ONE REASON I CAN THINK OF....TO SAVE MONEY!!! IF HOMES PRICES DROP AND INTEREST RATES INCREASE YOU WILL HAVE ALREADY BEEN TOO LATE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS HOUSING CRISIS PRICES AND INTEREST RATES ARE EXTREMELY LOW. THIS WAS THE REASON PEOPLE STARTED TO BUY HOMES IN A FRENZY ... 08/10/2008

 REO PRICE REDUCTION IN CHEVY CHASE Mortgage lenders now have a surplus of lender owned foreclosures.  And, the lenders are taking steps to reduce the inventory by reducing the prices until the homes are sold.  It is a good time to be looking at REO properties. The previous owner purchased this property in 2007 for $772,000.  It is now priced at $514,900 for a quick sale. Prospective buyers need to be pre-approved for financing. Many families are using FHA financing for the low cash requirement and the ability to obtain funds for repairs and redecoration.  Please contact us for a referral to a loan officer.  We represent buyer clients as exclusive agents.                  8900 CONNECTICUT AVE, CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815     CHEVY CHASE - 3 BEDROOMS/3 BATHROOMS - $514,900     Tax Fiscal Year ... 07/29/2008