Everything about living in Howard County

On April 9th, Over 40 exhibitors and educators alike will be on hand to pass along to your readers the “why” and “how” to live in Howard County. Real estate companies, mortgage brokers, housing specialists and county personnel will be in attendance. Everything from the mortgage process, to finding the right community, to the nuts and bolts of the home buying process will be covered.   Here is some more information on the fair:
- http://howardcountyhousing.com/housing-fair

The fair is also being held in conjunction with the quarterly Moderate Income Housing Unit (MIHU) Housing Lottery. This program is a Howard County Government program that provides houses (both for sale and rentals) at affordable costs for moderate income families.

More information on the Housing Lottery can be found at:
- http://howardcountyhousing.com/housing-lottery

Fair

Education Sessions

Don’t Miss the 2011 Come Home to Howard County Housing Fair!

Saturday April 9, 2011 from 10:00am – 2:00pm

Long Reach High School

6101 Old Dobbin Lane
Columbia, MD 21045

FREE EVENT!

Click here to register now!

ONLY event where you can learn everything about living in Howard County.

Here’s your chance to talk ONE-ON-ONE with more than 40 mortgage lenders, homebuilders & remodelers, housing specialists and real estate experts! At this annual FREE event you will:

• Meet real estate agents, mortgage lenders, housing specialists and county personnel.
• Learn about buying a home, mortgage programs, and more at our signature education sessions.
• Discover new communities and new homedevelopments on our narrated bus tour.
• Enjoy some family FUN with plenty of kids activities!

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THE B&H PENN

Great location off Beltway & Pennsylvania Ave. Currently a printing company, Electrical has been “heavy up to 1,400 amps”.  Reinforced concrete floors, plenty of private fenced parking.  Three loading docks, about 15-20% of space is finished office space, rest is warehouse space.  One building consisting of 7915-7923 addresses, could be 3 separate units for leasing/investing purposes. Units A1, 2 & 3.

CURRENTLY LISTED AT $1,200,000

Upper Marlboro has a downtown area along Main Street, which is home to a variety of local business as well as the Prince George’s County Courthouse and the County Administration Building. The main Board of Education offices for the Prince George’s County Public School system are a short walk from Main Street. Additional businesses and government offices are located in the Old Mill complex a short distance from downtown. The main residential area is the to the west of the downtown on several quiet streets.  Numerous civic organizations in and near the town contribute to the sense of community and “small town” atmosphere that characterizes life in Upper Marlboro.

Web Link: 7915 PENN RANDALL PL, UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20772

Upper Marlboro MD Real Estate Sales

EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871

Special Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

THE KNOLLS

Feast your eyes on the well-designed landscaping that surrounds this 3-story brick townhouse in Crofton. Features include 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, welcoming living room with beautiful bay window, plantation shutters, carpeting, gas fireplace for chilly nights, master suite with walk-in closet plus private bathroom w/dual vanity & separate shower. Lower level family room open up to lanscaped rear yard.

CURRENTLY LISTED AT $349,900

Crofton is abundant with hometown spirit. And for good reason, it offers residents a wonderful environment with friendly neighbors, cultural events, top-rated schools, numerous activities for all ages,and countless services and shopping. All in a beautiful setting.

Centrally located between the cities of Annapolis, Baltimore and Washington, Crofton has become a professional hub of its own. With the bustle of activity associated in and around Crofton, you will never find nothing to do. From the Big Fish Grills to the local football games at the FedEx Field, you will enjoy all aspects of this city.

Search All Homes for Sale in Crofton

Web Link: 1021 Chillmark Court, Crofton MD 21114

Crofton MD Real Estate Sales                                             

 EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871  

Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker – EXIT First Realty

WATSON

What a beautiful, well-kept, Brick-front 5 bedroom/3.5 bath Colonial in Bowie that features a beautiful ceramic tile foyer that leads to a kitchen w/separate breakfast area, formal Living Room & Dining Room w/crown molding, spacious step-down Family Room w/gas fireplace, fully finished basement w/rec. room, 5th bedroom, full bath & sliding doors leading to sunroom addition w/8 person hot tub! Upper level features Master Bedroom Suite w/separate sitting room & super Master bath w/dual vanity & separate shower!

Currently listed at $389,900

Bowie is a great place to visit or to live. It has easy access to public transportation, strong public services, a variety of shopping choices and lots of recreational opportunities. With the many leisure activities you will always be entertained, from the local farmer markets, to the international festivals. You will love the streets and people. Along every road there is always a friendly face to see. One of the things that make Bowie a wonderful place to live is the strong community spirit that is evident throughout our neighborhoods. Bowie residents and businesses are active in a variety of organizations that assist others and strengthen our city. They are proud of our open spaces and our recreational facilities. The City has been recognized nationally as a winner in TreeCity and Plant CityUSA competitions.

Search all Bowie Homes for Sale

Web Link: 13708 Primrose Court, Bowie MD 20715

Bowie MD Real Estate Sales 

EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871 

Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

Montrose Forest

Stunning three-level townhome featuring a crisp updated kitchen with breakfast area, spacious dining and family room, luxurious renovated master and guest bathroom in addition to two half baths, three spacious upper level bedrooms along with finished basement bedroom, fully enclosed deck backyard, one-car garage and ample neighborhood parking.**This home is also available for rent - MC7499933**

RENTED!

The city of Rockville is the county seat of Montgomery County, offering up a vibrant downtown, a myriad of recreational opportunities, several annual celebrations and easy access to Washington, D.C. The city of Rockville is located 12 miles northwest of the nation’s capital, and is served by three international airports, Amtrak, MARC, Metro rail, Metro bus and Ride On. Year-round accessible entertainment includes a ballet company, chorus, band, a youth orchestra, farmer’s markets, parks, nature climbing gym, theater and more. With it being home to diverse cultures, rich history, world-class shopping and dining, no wonder Money Magazine ranked Rockville No. 66 in its 2008 list of “Best Places to Live in the United States.”

Web Link:6408 NEEDLE LEAF DR, ROCKVILLE, MD 20852

Rockville MD Real Estate Sales

  EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton,Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871

 Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

Quial Run

Welcome home to this lovely 3 Bedroom/2.5 bath townhome in Severn. Main level features eat-in-kitchen with granite counters & double sinks; Living room w/new wood laminate flooring, powder room & laundry/storage closet. 2nd level features Master bedroom w/access to full hall bath & 3rd bedroom. 3rd level features HUGE Master Suite w/Master bath and walk-in-closet.

CURRENTLY LISTED FOR RENT AT $1,750

Located in Anne Arundel County, Severn MD is a suburb of the Baltimore Metropolitan Area. It offers great commuting options to Baltimore and the Washington, D.C area; situated approximately 20 miles from the former and about 30 miles from the latter. Severn is a quiet town with plenty of entertainment options in the nearby parks, shopping malls, and restaurants. You will love this wonderful little town and its close proximity to nearby towns, highways, public transportation and the Thurgood Marshall Baltimore Washington International Airport.

Search All Homes for Sale in Severn MD

Web Link: 1817 Watch House Circle S #29

Severn MD Real Estate Sales 

EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871 

Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

Great article about buying now!

By Ali Velshi, CNN chief business correspondent December 13, 2010

(MONEY Magazine) — Is now the right time to invest in a house?

Trick question. Actually, it’s two questions.

Question No. 1: Is now the time to buy?

Question No. 2: Is buying a house a good investment?

The first answer is easy: With a few exceptions, if you have 20% to put down and good credit, now is a great time to buy. That’s been the case all year, and I’d argue that we’re probably closer to the end than to the beginning of the really great time. Let me explain.

Back in January home prices had dropped 28% from their peak. More important, interest rates were at historical lows. By locking in a mortgage for 15 or 30 years on a value-priced home, you were getting an incredible deal, even if home prices decreased. (I took my advice and bought a New York City apartment.)

At the time, I thought that prices and rates were more likely to rise than fall. I was half right: Home values have been inching up since the spring, but mortgage rates, incredibly, dropped further.

Click here to read the whole article in Money Magazine

Of course please call “Special” Ed Haraway @ 301-262-5255 when you’re ready to start looking for your next home!

Mount Oak Manor

Well-kept 4 bedroom/3.5 bath Brick-front colonial in Bowie, MD.  Boasts a 2-story hardwood foyer w/double stairway leading to Master bedroom suite w/super bath, sizable 2nd bedroom w/private bath & 2 additional bedrooms. Lower Level features include Living room & Dining room w/crown molding, Kitchen w/center island, separate breakfast area & Butlers pantry, laundry room, Family Room w/wood burning Fireplace, study w/French doors & custom bookcase. Rear yard has a large screened-in custom deck! *Subject to 3rd Party Approval*

Currently listed at $369,900

Bowie is a great place to visit or to live. It has easy access to public transportation, strong public services, a variety of shopping choices and lots of recreational opportunities. With the many leisure activities you will always be entertained, from the local farmer markets, to the international festivals. You will love the streets and people. Along every road there is always a friendly face to see. One of the things that make Bowie a wonderful place to live is the strong community spirit that is evident throughout our neighborhoods. Bowie residents and businesses are active in a variety of organizations that assist others and strengthen our city. They are proud of our open spaces and our recreational facilities. The City has been recognized nationally as a winner in TreeCity and Plant CityUSA competitions.

  Search all Bowie Homes for Sale

 Web link: 3205 Alysheba Court, Bowie MD 20721

Bowie MD Real Estate Sales

EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871

 Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

PALMER PARK RENTAL

This Move-In Ready 3 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath Hyattsville townhouse has been well kept. Features of this home include a nice sized formal living room, dining room with ceiling fan, kitchen, family room with storage and fenced-in rear yard. This home also has NEW carpet throughout!

 CURRENTLY LISTED AT $1,350 MONTHLY

The neighborhoods of Hyattsville offer thriving, stable enclaves of tree-lined streets. The houses are architecturally diverse and are hidden off major roadways. Hyattsville also offers close proximity to various transit options as well as private and public schools for all age groups. The city boasts access to shopping, parks and an environmental committee that meets monthly to promote “green” efforts.

 Search Hyattsville Homes For Sale

Web Link: 7712 Greymont Street, Hyattsville MD 20785 

Hyattsville MD Real Estate Sales  

 EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing, top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871 

Ed Haraway, Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty

FOXHILL

Welcome home to this beautiful Cape-Cod in the Foxhill neighborhood of Bowie, Maryland. This 4 Bedroom/2 Bath home boasts a large formal Living Room with pitcure window, eat-in kitchen with ceramic tile flooring, 2 main level bedrooms and full hall bathroom. The upper level feaures two nice sized bedrooms with a full hall bathroom. Rear yard is fenced with a patio and sunbreak pergola. This home BACKS to City Hall!

 CURRENTLY LISTED AT $229,900

Bowie is a great place to visit or to live. It has easy access to public transportation, strong public services, a variety of shopping choices and lots of recreational opportunities. With the many leisure activities you will always be entertained, from the local farmer markets, to the international festivals. You will love the streets and people. Along every road there is always a friendly face to see. One of the things that make Bowie a wonderful place to live is the strong community spirit that is evident throughout our neighborhoods. Bowie residents and businesses are active in a variety of organizations that assist others and strengthen our city. They are proud of our open spaces and our recreational facilities. The City has been recognized nationally as a winner in TreeCity and Plant CityUSA competitions.

Search All Bowie Homes For Sale

Web Link: 12303 Firtree Lane, Bowie MD 20715

Bowie MD Real Estate Sales

 EXIT First Realty is one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s fastest growing,  top-producing real estate brokerages. I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Maryland Metropolitan area including Bowie, Crofton, Upper Marlboro, Annapolis, College Park, Davidsonville, Gambrills, Odenton, Greenbelt, Laurel, and surrounding areas. 240.375.2871

Ed Haraway. Owner/Broker of EXIT First Realty