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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
It Should Have Been a CelebrationSome homes close. And some homes… deserve a celebration. This was one of those homes. My sellers didn’t just live there. They nurtured and raised their family there.There were pencil marks on the wall showing dates and heights, little moments captured year after year. Birthdays, holidays, memories, some joyful, some hard, but all part of a life fully lived inside those walls. And when it came time to sell, she didn’t just want to “move on.” She wanted to pass it forward.She quietly chose a few pieces she thought the buyer loved… little gifts to stay behind. She had beautiful azaleas planted in the yard ahead of closing, her way of saying, " Welcome home. She was ready, with a full heart, to meet the new owner. To share a story or two. To say, “You’re goi...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Spending the day at the Broker/Manager Summit was a lovely reminder that this business is about so much more than houses. It was a day filled with insight, conversation, and the privilege of being in the company of leaders from NAR, while also gaining a better understanding of what NAR is about and the role it plays in our profession, all while enjoying the special friendship and connection that make days like this so memorable. Especially with another Broker like Andrea Bedard !  There is something very meaningful about spending time with people who care deeply about this profession and about serving others well. Days like this bring together understanding, leadership, friendship, and gratitude in the very best way.Some days are productive. Some days are memorable. The very best ones a...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
It’s Not About AI… It’s About Having HelpI didn’t expect this.Everyone keeps talking about AI like it’s some big, complicated, futuristic thing. Words like technology, systems, prompts… all of it sounds like work to me.That’s not what this is.For me, it’s something much simpler.It’s like having a steady place to turn.Not something that replaces people, never that. But something that helps me think out loud, organize my thoughts, and catch the ideas before they disappear. Something that doesn’t get tired when I’m going a mile a minute. Something that can keep up.Today was one of those days.An emotional radio show. A dedication that mattered deeply. Real estate situations that weren’t easy. And somehow, I walked in prepared. More than prepared… grounded.That didn’t happen by accident.I wa...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Baltimore weather and real estate have a lot in common.One day it feels like winter is never going to end. The next day it is pouring rain. Then comes wind, snow, ice, sunshine, and suddenly heat that feels way too early and way too much. That sounds a lot like real estate.This business has had its own share of ups and downs, changes and challenges, surprises and adjustments. We have learned to work through all kinds of conditions — with patience, experience, humor, and heart.That may be why Baltimore weather feels so familiar to me.I call rain liquid sunshine.I love the cold and the beauty of snow. Our Fall and Spring is spectacular.But heat? My rule is simple: anything near my age is way too hot.The truth is: in weather and in real estate, you do not get to control the condition. You ...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
📊 Weekly Market Update in CatonsvilleMore listings hit the market this week 👇🏡 9 New Listings🔜 8 Coming Soon🤝 2 Under Contract📉 4 Price Reductions🔁 1 Fell Through✅ 7 ClosedWhat does this mean?Inventory is picking up, but buyers are still being selective—pricing and presentation matter more than ever.If you’re thinking about buying or selling, the right strategy makes all the difference.📲 443-418-7668📧 EPIKhomegroup@gmail.com
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/tu9zwyRtJF4?si=r_8dfbzDkcfvc18PLooking for a fun, free activity this spring break in Catonsville? Join our Downtown Catonsville Scavenger Hunt! Walk along Frederick Road, match photos to local businesses, and you could win $25 gift certificates to Pat’s Porch or Catonsville Scoops! 📄 How to participate: Download and print pages 13–17 of the scavenger hunt PDF. https://bit.ly/CatonsvilleScavengerHuntFill in your name and contact info. Explore Catonsville and match all 108 photos to businesses. Submit your entry by Friday, April 10th at 4 PM at Pat’s Porch or Catonsville Scoops. Whether you’re doing it solo, with family, or as a team, this is a great way to discover hidden gems in Catonsville, support small businesses, and have some spring break fun! 🌸 💡 ...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
📊 Weekly Market Update in CatonsvilleInventory is still tight, but activity is steady 👇🏡 4 New Listings🔜 8 Coming Soon🤝 4 Under Contract📉 7 Price Reductions🔁 1 Fell Through✅ 13 ClosedWhat does this mean?Homes are still selling—but pricing and strategy matter more than ever. Buyers are active, but they’re being selective.Thinking about making a move? Let’s talk about your strategy.📲 443-418-7668📧 EPIKhomegroup@gmail.com
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Why I Love My House-After All These YearsAnyone who knew My Lee, knew he was definite about what he didn’t want. He said he would never marry again, use the word love again, have another child, or buy a house!Well, we got married, had our beautiful daughter, and then came the house, the one he didn’t want. Lee challenged me to find a house that met his criteria, and I took that seriously.It took time, and my real estate agent gave up, saying I’d never find it. While visiting our best friends one Sunday afternoon, we saw a flyer: “We are selling our house.” It was a for-sale-by-owner, just a few doors down from their home!From the outside, it had everything I didn’t know I wanted: a brick ranch-style, a two-car garage, and a neighborhood I loved. When Lee walked in, he remarked, “I can’t...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Pause, Solve, and Then SpeakNot all information needs to be shared. Many things happen behind the scenes. Sometimes, not every detail needs to be communicated to the buyer and seller. This insight comes from years of experience.It’s Not What We Know… It’s What We Share (and When We Share It).There is a tremendous amount of information flying around during a real estate transaction.Lenders checking credit and work history are talking to title companies who have questions about a paid off lien. Inspectors are sending reports. Appraisers are making notes. Termite companies are checking things most people never even think about. And in between all of that… there are emails, calls, texts, updates, questions, and sometimes concerns.It’s a lot.But here’s the part most buyers and sellers don’t...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
The Uninvited Guest… and Finding the DoorEvery now and then, especially in Condo or Apartment living, you might discover… you have a tiny, unexpected guest.Let’s call him “The Uninvited Buyer.”And before anyone jumps to conclusions, let me say this clearly… it has nothing to do with how clean your home is or how well you take care of it.Sometimes, it’s just cold outside.And when it's cold, little critters go looking for warmth.They don’t ring the doorbell.They don’t schedule an appointment.They just… find a way in.It might be a small hole in the wall.A gap near a vent.A space around where an appliance is hooked up.Even something as tiny as an opening near the hot water heater or under the sink.And here’s the important part.Until you figure out where they’re getting in… you haven’t solve...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
When I read the post by Kathy Streib titled 'How Do You Read ActiveRain?", it made me stop for a minute and think about how we all take in information, and how different that process looks for each of us.For me, reading on ActiveRain isn’t just about the words on the page. It’s about the stories behind them, the experiences being shared, and the little nuggets that make me pause and say, “Ah… that’s so true.”Some posts I read quickly, almost like scanning headlines. Others, I slow down. I reread a paragraph. I let it sit with me. Those are usually the ones that connect to something I’ve experienced in real estate, something a seller said, a showing that didn’t go as expected, or one of those moments where you realize… this business is never just about the house.And then there are the co...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 814 Woodglen Place, Baltimore County, 21208MLS MDBC2152070When I walked into the  brick house, I couldn't help but smile. This wasn't just a regular house with three bedrooms. It felt special! The wood floors shined in the sunlight, and I could already imagine someone living there.The finished basement felt like a charming little treasure, ideal for bedrooms, playful game nights, or creative art projects. It has a delightful workshop and ample storage space where you could craft wonderful things! Outside, the backyard was flat and had a lovely slate patio. Trees shaded the area, making it a great spot for barbecues and playing outside. This house felt like a place where happy memories could be made! Take a look at the living dining room with cathedral ceilings and wood floors, showing ...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Waiting… Waiting… Waiting… (The Real Estate Version) If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you already know… real estate is a whole lot of waiting. We start with the house itself, waiting to get it ready, waiting for sellers to clean it out, sometimes weeks, sometimes months, or longer. Waiting for donations to be picked up, waiting for painters, contractors, lawn care, etc. And I'm waiting for that moment when everything finally feels just right. Then we wait some more, waiting for the photographer, waiting to get it into the multiple listing, waiting for the sign to go up, waiting for the first showing.And then comes the waiting that feels the longest, waiting for buyers to schedule appointments, waiting for agents to show up on time, waiting for feedback, waiting for the buyer who “l...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
A few days ago, I wrote a post about how to recognize the difference between salespeople and scammers. Comments from two of our members, Dorie and Leanne, reminded me of a book that was published over twenty years ago. (Some agents in my former office were upset and wanted the book banned. ) In the book Freakonomics, there’s an interesting look at how incentives shape behavior in real estate, and it’s not meant to criticize; it’s meant to explain.Sellers naturally want the very highest price, while agents, like all professionals, also balance time, effort, and the goal of successfully getting a transaction to the finish line. The difference in outcomes often comes down to how those priorities are aligned.   A real salesperson guides, educates, and advocates, helping a client make confid...
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By Ron Trzcinski, 410-935-5844
(410-935-5844 Office)
I Rarely Answer My Phone There was a time when I would quickly answer my phone.  I thought that it was all part of providing good service. Enter the villian and now I rarely answer my phone. Even when I recognize the number, I am hesitant to answer the phone. If someone leaves a legitimate message, I will quickly respond. I do not answer because: Over 90% of the time the call is a scam.  Someone, or something, acts like it is calling from a legitimate business, but all that they are seeking is financial information with the intention of stealing from me. The caller uses a spoofed number to make it look like they are calling from a local number.  If you call the number back, you will get the real owner of that number who has no idea that their number was just used by a scammer.  I have h...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
The HomeRome Team-With Real Results You Can SeeWhen and if you decide to sell, one of the things that truly sets me apart is the HomeRome Team - a trusted group of contractors and professionals who come with my service.These are not just vendors… they are people I’ve worked with and relied on for years. They will do whatever it takes to make your move and your sale as smooth and stress-free as possible.From removing unwanted items… to preparing your home to show beautifully… to packing… moving… coordinating repairs… deep cleaning… and even delivering special pieces to family members, I can take you from beginning to end.And here’s something important…I can share a list of the last dozen homeowners who have used this service.And yes - I have the before-and-after photos to prove it.This i...
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By Ron Trzcinski, 410-935-5844
(410-935-5844 Office)
I Do Not Need an Email Summary I write a message which I intend to send to someone.I send this message via email.Of course, I know what the message states, because I wrote it.The person to whom I have sent the message knows how to read and is capable of understanding the particular subject.The recipient receives my email and sends a reply email to my email.Her reply, which I read, further indicates to me that, not only did she receive my email, but that she, also, understood what I was saying.After this email exchange, an uninvited third party jumps into the conversation and summarizes what we just wrote to each other.The third party is an artificial intelligence program called Gemini which Google does not offer, but rather, forces on the users of gmail.When I send an email to someone w...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Giving Personality To Empty Rooms  This is my listing below at 7617 Seven Mile Lane in Pikeville, Maryland 21208, and below are the before-and-after photos using Jane Luo's AI program, which I found only a week ago.  What a terrific program, taking vacant photos of homes and giving them personality, showing how each space can be used. There are many other styles to choose from, but being my first time, one is enough. Jane Luo was a wonderful speaker, and there was a lively discussion from everyone attending our ongoing Tuesday Zoom.                                                        The discussion, learning, and sharing will continue every                                                            Tuesday and is open to all ActiveRain Members.                                        ...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
I Like the Houses Other Agents Walk Away FromSome agents want the easy listing.Perfect condition. Perfect price. Quick sale.I’ve always liked the challenge.Vacant kitchen aboveAI staged belowI recently took on a property that had already been through three agents and an auction. It still didn’t sell. When the owner called me, I knew the house, and I knew exactly what it was: a real challenge!!Was it overpriced? Maybe.Does it need work? Yes.Windows? Likely. Roof? Probably.Vacant for years? Yes.But here’s what else is true.It’s in a fabulous, highly sought-after neighborhood. Nearby, smaller lots alone are being offered around $600,000. And here we have a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath, three-level colonial with wood floors, an eat-in kitchen, a deck, and a large level lot that could t...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
  226 Glenmore Ave, Baltimore, MD Click here to Get Directions$400000 4 Beds - 2 Baths - 0.2 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie McIntire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mouse tour the house with the 3D tour - https://bit.ly/226GlenmoreAve3DTour If you’ve been waiting for a home with real character and the chance to make it your own, this is the one. This charming 1937 brick Cape Cod in Oak Crest offers four bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and the kind of details that make older homes feel special, hardwood floors, glass doorknobs, archways, dormers, and solid craftsmanship you can see and feel the moment you walk in. The big-ticket items have already been taken care o...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
The Fine Line Between a Great Salesperson and a Con ArtistHave you ever noticed…A really good salesperson and a really good con artist can look exactly the same?They’re polished. They look you in the eye. They’re warm, engaging, and make you feel comfortable almost instantly. That’s not by accident. Both have learned how to connect quickly, build trust, and guide people toward a decision.Those are valuable skills, and in real estate, they matter.So, what’s the difference?It's That One Word: IntentA professional salesperson is trying to understand you.A scammer is trying to influence you.Years ago, we might have called them “con artists.”Today, we’re more likely to call them scammers, and they show up in ways we don’t always expect.A professional asks questions and listens carefully. The...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
What Real Estate Negotiators Can Learn from a 3-Year-OldIf you really want to study great negotiation, don’t look at a boardroom-look at a 3-year-old at bedtime.  They want to stay up, and Mom and Dad wants them to go to sleep.It starts innocently enough: “Can I have a drink of water?” followed by “One more hug,” then “Daddy didn’t kiss me goodnight,” and of course, “Just one more story.” And just when you think the negotiations are over… "I'm hungry, can I have a cookie?”Here’s what makes it so fascinating-they don’t just ask once. They ask again, and again, and again. But each time, it’s a little different. A new reason, a softer voice, a sweeter tone, a bigger smile. “I love you, Mommy…” and those eyes. If you really pay attention, you’ll notice something important-they often win.Wat...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Sometimes a Realtor Is Also the PsychiatristIn the real estate world, we sometimes joke that we are part Realtor and part psychiatrist. Anyone who has been in the business for a while understands exactly what that means.Buying or selling a home brings out every emotion imaginable: excitement, fear, stress, nostalgia, and sometimes even family disagreements. During those moments, a Realtor® often becomes the calm voice in the room, listening, reassuring, and helping people make clear decisions when emotions run high.My background as a Registered Nurse actually prepared me for this in ways I never expected.  In nursing, you quickly learn that the patient is not always the only one who needs care. Think about a child who has just had a seizure. The child immediately receives medical attent...
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By Ron Trzcinski, 410-935-5844
(410-935-5844 Office)
Bars on the WindowsThat's right!  Bars are on the windows, just like a jail!  The house is completely renovated.  It has new flooring an updated kitchen, updated baths, freshly painted walls, and so on.   And, yes, it has bars on the windows!  Is this the latest amenity for houses in Baltimore County?  First this is a safety hazard.  You may need to quickly exit and escape from the house if there is an emergency such as a fire.  Or, an emergency worker, such as a firefighter may need to use a window to enter the house to rescue an occupant.  If these bars were covering a bedroom, it absolutely would be a code violation not to mention stupid.  How does the advertisement go for selling a place like this?  This is your chance to live in a prison just like the criminals do.  But this is not...
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