Gloria Price

At what mile does the marathon end??????DO you go the extra mile!! (edit/delete)

I got a secret.. Most of the agents out there are SLACKERS!! Sorry if I let the cat outta the bag but I had to say it!! As we all know this business is cutthroat. Everyone is always looking for a way to make their next dollar. Want to be a top agent? Want to be a member of the elite club of agents? Want to know the secret????

When I tell you, you are never ever going to believe it! Many agent think it takes lots of $$ in fancy shmancy advertisement and other ways to get ahead in this market. Wellllll, let me tell you, you can get ahead with a few bucks and a good pair of shoes.

A few weeks ago, my FSBOgirl and myself,decided to do something not many agents do. We picked a community and decided to OWN it.... It is not a huge community, about 65 single family homes in the 400k to 500k range. We started mailing to these homes, got our names out there to get noticed. Before we knew it, we HAD a listing!!

What better an opportunity to introduce ourselves to the neighborhood personally than to tell them about the available home in their neighborhood, and all the info on it! We hit the pavements one sunny afternoon and started knocking. With eye catching flyers in hand, a few goody bags, we knocked.

Leary at first, I had to admit. Then... It happened, people actually liked talking to us! We made contact on the upwards of 20 homeowners that day....AND... we totally impressed our sellers for going the extra mile in the marathon. It took under 2 hours and made 20 new contacts. Where else can you do that? For free??

SO, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN....

Our next endeavor arrives in a few short weeks to this community, stay tuned, we have a plan... I'll give you a clue, it involves ears! A couple hundred of them...

I think we rock for going the extra mile in the Real Estate Marathon..

Gloria www.harfordcountyhomesearch

Y'all who make fun of Cecil County, take a look at the monthly market report. As some may know, I reside in Cecil County, on my lovely farmette with my menagerie of kids and animals. Often one may wonder if the county itself will hold it's value in Real Estate. I have noticed a pattern that Cecil County is steadily continuing to increase value, while Harford and Baltimore continue to drop. Why is this? I feel as if more people are beginning to realize what their dollar will buy them in Cecil County. You get more for your money, as well as the privacy and serenity. Yes, you do have a bit of a commute to someplaces, but I love it!

Cecil County Maryland for the month of July 2008 Home prices in Cecil County ROSE as a whole in the month of July 2008. The average sold price in Cecil County was $295,163 for the month, opposed to 12% up from 2007 at $262,288. There were 147 homes listed this month in Cecil County, and 62 homes in Cecil County went under contract. On an average, sellers in Cecil County are getting a little over 91% of their asking price. The average days on the market for homes in Cecil County are 163, and 57 homes sold this month in Cecil County.

When I put together this months market report, I decided not only am I going to provide consumers with the facts that the previous month has produced, but my opinion as well. Of course, my opinion is just that, only my opinion. So, take it for what it is worth.

Harford County Maryland for the month of July 2008 Home prices in Harford County fell as a whole in the month of July 2008. The average sold price in Haford County was $303,198 for the month, opposed to 1% down from 2007 at $306,810. There were 464 homes listed this month in Harford County, and 173 homes in Harford County went under contract. On an average, sellers in Harford County are getting a little over 95% of their asking price. The average days on the market for homes in Harford County is 120, and 217 homes sold this month in Harford County.

I think the month as a whole was relatively slow, and personally I see things beginning to look up for the month of September. August was a busy month for vacations and other family activities, so there was a decrease in the Real Estate sales. Just my opinion..

Agree or disagree??? I would love to know!

Gloria Price

Long & Foster Real Estate

www.harfordcountyhomesearch.org

443-676-0223

Recently, while thumbing through the pages of the Sunday Edition of The Baltimore Sun, I came accross an article to solidfy the fact that the company which I choose to hold my affiliation with is head and shoulders above the rest.

The Baltimore Sun did a report on the top Real Estate websites in the area. THey studied a few extremely important points like accessibility, reliability, user friendliness, accuracy, and credibility. Realtor.com, homes.com, cbmove.com, and longandfoster.com were the top sites that were rated. Ratings were between 0 to 4 stars.

The Baltimore Sun is an extremely reputable newspaper in the Baltimore and surrounding areas, which tens of thousands recieve, read, and rely on daily for imformation and decision making.

Long and Foster was the only site studied to recieve the envied 4 stars! Long and Foster.com is an excellent site to begin your home search. When buying or selling your next home trust Gloria Price, and experienced professional with Long and Foster to assist you in this move.

Gloria Price 443-676-0223 410-515-5541

With a nation affixed on going "green", I am sure the term "Energy Star Home" is not foreign to you. Energy Star is the gold medal standard in both "going green", and energy efficient buildings and buiding materials. Their are certain products or methods of building that are mandatory to recieve this prestigious label. Owning an Energy Star Home not only means saving money on utiity bills, but it also means doing something to help our precious environment. Listed below are a few features Energy Star* uses as code. To read more detailed information go to: www.energystar.gov

1. Effective Insulation

Properly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, reduced energy use, and increased comfort.

2. High-Performance Windows

Energy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frames, to help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.

3. Tight Construction and Ducts

Sealing holes and cracks in the home's "envelope" and in heating and cooling duct systems helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while reducing utility and maintenance.

4. Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment

In addition to using less energy to operate, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems can be quieter, reduce indoor humidity, and improve the overall comfort of the home. When properly installed into a tightly sealed home, this equipment won't have to work so hard to heat and cool the home.

5. Efficient Products

ENERGY STAR qualified homes may also be equipped with ENERGY STAR qualified products - lighting fixtures, compact fluorescent bulbs, ventilation fans, and appliances, such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines.

6. Third-Party Verification

With the help of independent Home Energy Raters, ENERGY STAR builder partners choose the most appropriate energy-saving features for their homes. Additionally, raters conduct onsite testing and inspections to verify the energy efficiency measures, as well as insulation, air tightness, and duct sealing details.

For more information on Energy Star Homes in Harford County call GLoria Price today!!

Long & Foster Real Estate Co.

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