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According to a recent study by Property Club, a popular online database, the wealthiest communities in Maryland have been revealed. Property Club has analyzed data from various sources, including the Census, FBI, and Open Street Maps, to create lists and studies that help citizens better understand different communities across the country. The study evaluated recent census data such as poverty rate, median household income, and unemployment rate to identify the wealthiest cities and towns in the state of Maryland.

In today's ever-evolving real estate market, savvy homeowners are always on the lookout for unique features that can set their property apart from the competition. According to new research from Zillow®, amenities that offer a personalized touch and cater to the modern chef can lead to a faster sale and increased resale value.

Real estate transactions can come with any number of challenges, with unforeseen circumstances arising at any point during the escrow process. One of these potential challenges is an appraisal gap. Keep reading to learn more about what an appraisal gap is and what your options are when you are faced with one as a buyer.

Whether you are remodeling the exterior of your home or in process of designing your home from the ground up, the exterior is just as important as the interior. You always want to make sure your home design is cohesive and streamlined. How can you apply this to the exterior of your home? Let’s take a look at important things to consider when you design the exterior of your home. Each is a suggestion from real estate agents that specialize in listing a property for the appeal to all home buyers.

Every homeowner wants to know the market value of their home. It’s one of the most important steps in preparing for a sale and can be daunting. There are several ways to figure out the market value of your home, but the most important thing is to find the most accurate method.

After you have spent many years in the same home staring at the same four walls, it only makes sense to want to make improvements to increase your home's resale value, though many renovations can cost you more money in the long run. Thinking of your home as a future investment in your family's future, keep in mind that just because you see something as an improvement, that doesn't mean that a potential buyer will feel the same way.

$250k does not go as far as it once did! But what does a quarter million dollars get you in Warner Robins Georgia right now? Depending of where you are looking in the Warner Robins Area it might get you a little more or it might get you a little less. In this video, I show you exactly what your $250k can buy you in Warner Robins GA right now.

Luxury house with beautiful landscaping.(shutterstock/ppa) Sprucing up the front of your home shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. Putting in the extra effort for outdoor renovation makes a great first impression and can pay off during resale, particularly in times of market slowdowns. Realtor Magazine reports the extra elbow grease can add up to 7% to your home’s value compared to similar homes without the same touch-ups.

Let’s be honest: if you own a home, your goal is not only to maintain its value, but to increase it. Many homeowners believe they need to make big updates (i.e., a full kitchen remodel) to effectively increase the value of their home. But in fact, simple efforts are often overlooked and underappreciated that can significantly impact the profitability of your home when you eventually sell it.