Another Testimonial!

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Buyer A.C:  "My husband and I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Adam as our realtor. From the get-go, Adam navigated us through the home buying process in a calm, relaxing, and clear manner. We are first-time home buyers, and the process seemed overwhelming, confusing, and downright scary. But Adam sat down with us and explained everything in such a clear and understanding way that it alleviated all of our fears. He is compassionate and friendly. He has been such a pleasure to work with. Throughout the whole process, any question or concern we had, Adam made himself readily available to answer. And thanks to Adam's immense help, we found our forever home! He made the process so smooth and, dare I say, easy. We could not have asked for a better realtor and will telling anyone who asks that if/when they need a realtor, Adam is the right man for the job."

If you know of anyone thinking of buying in the Maryland or Washington, DC, I am here to help through a smooth buying experience.  Even if they aren't in the market to buy and have some real estate questions,  I would love to talk with them.  I greatly appreciate and always have time for your referrals.

Life is good!

Adam
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Sold and settled! An investment property in Beltsville, MD!

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I just sold a 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo at 11356 Cherry Hill Road, Unit 1W101, Beltsville, MD 20705 to an investor.  You may often drive past this area and see a sign that reads "Maryland Farms Condominiums" - that's the community where the condo is located.  It is a great location. close to the beltway, close to route 29, close to University of Maryland and near shopping.  The community has many amenities.  Just as exciting for me is that my client was able to secure a renter for literally right after settlement, which investors shouldn't bank on always happening.

It takes skill, marketing and a little luck in being able to literally have a renter lined up for an investment property almost literally after the home purchase is completed or literally right after a renter moves out, for that matter.  There is often a time lag, whether it is for fixing up, cleaning up and/or just finding a tenant.  I am so pleased for my client.

The Maryland and Washington, DC areas are pretty transient, with people moving to the area specifically for jobs.  Some people who are coming here for jobs have a defined time period that they plan on living in the area and so they decide to rent instead of purchase homes.  There are also people who live in the area and prefer renting to having the obligations and responsibilities of home ownership.  Finally there are people looking to rent because they are unable to secure a mortgage. So if you have ever thought about purchasing an investment property but were nervous about the lack of potential renters, there are many prospects out there.

The next time you hear of someone looking to buy a home, whether it is to live in  to have an investment property, have him or her contact me for a free, no hassle and no obligation consultation.  I always appreciate and have time for your referrals.

Life is good!

Adam

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www.basheinhomes.info

Direct/Cell:  (301)943-4370

Office:  (301)921-4500 - ask for Adam

Licensed in MD & DC

RE/MAX Realty Group

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Keep it simple when you are buying homeowners insurance

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According to the GCAAR sales contract for Maryland and Washington, DC homes, within 1 week of a contract offer on a home being accepted, the home buyer must apply for homeowners insurance on the home, to make sure the home is insurable.  If the home isn't deemed to be insurable, then a buyer probably can only go through a home purchase with a loan...unless the property condition(s) are addressed and deemed to be satisfactory by the insurance company.

When you are in the process of buying a home and getting estimates for homeowners insurance, simply tell the insurance company that the property is fine.  If you start talking about the house, the inspection report...no matter how good the condition is, the insurance company may ask for a copy of the inspection report.  They may tell you that you have to make some repairs before settlement or within a certain time after the purchase is complete otherwise the insurance company may say the home isn't insurable and you won't be able to complete the home purchase.  At this point you will either have to make some calls and get another insurance company to approve you for a  home insurance policy or you will have to buy the home with cash.  

By the way, if you own a home without homeowners insurance, when it is time to move, you may only be able to sell the home to buyers who are paying cash.  So, keep it simple!  When applying for homeowners insurance and the person on the other line asks you about the house/condo/townhome, simply say the home is in fine condition or they may probe further into the house and make it harder for their company to insure the home.  For more information about home insurance, contact a homeowners insurance agent as this is obviously his/her field of expertise and ask a real estate attorney (if you are actually in the process of buying a home ask the settlement company)  for implications if during the home buying process there end up being challenges obtaining insurance.

Whenever you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling, has a real estate question or wants to talk about the market please call or email me.  I would love to connect and always appreciate your referrals.

Life is good!

Adam Bashein
RE/MAX Realty Group

Licensed in MD &DC 

Cell:  (301)943-4370

Office:  (301)921-4500 - ask for Adam

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www.basheinhomes.info 

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Review of Olney Real Estate for Sale

Yesterday I previewed some homes for sale in Olney,MD that are priced pretty well and are great opportunities to enjoy home ownership. If there specific homes you would like me to preview,let me know!

1. 18550 Clovercrest Circle in "James Creek" 3 bedrooms,2 full baths, 2 half baths
---Home is an end unit.
Exterior: The back yard intersects a forest in the back...there is no fence on back of yard to seperate your property from public land/other property. There is a small fence on the side.
There is room for a patio and you could probably add a deck off of the living room french doors. Currently the doors open to the outside but other than getting air you can't go outside.
When you walk in there is a half bath immediately to your left. You go upstairs and to your immediate right is the kitchen which has room probably for a table of 4 or if you wanted to add an island/another prepping area in the kitchen. Beyond the kitchen is a living room/dining room area. There is a fireplace in the corner of the room.
Upstairs bedrooms are average size. The master bedroom has a private full bath. Downstairs is a walkout basement and you enter the garage through the basement. You probably will have to put some money into the basement...I would have it checked for water damage/mold.
The home is priced well,I think, at $314900. Also have the hoa/condo fee. I talked to a for sale by owner down the street who is asking $425k. I didn't go inside. Maybe it is all granite all over the house,or everyhing top of the line.

2. 18704 Tanterra WAy "Brookville Knolls" 4 bedrooms,2.5 baths detached home on .25 acres of land. Flat land. Fenced yard in back. Garage + offstreet parking. Home is a contemporary.
Kitchen has lots of counter space. Nice view of front yard from kitchen. There is a seperate dining room area. Nice family room addition off kitchen with skylights. Private master bedroom. Seller is offering a home warranty (usually cover appliances).
So,I understand the home is asking higher than maybe you want to be at $365k. The questions are from a buyer standpoint,the benefits of a home with/ or without a condo fee/hoa fee--these fees are forever. Consider short term and long term costs and if it works. Single family home is also detached. Both homes have a garage. I wonder how much less the sellers would take since the kitchen does need to be updated...in good condition,but old.

3. 18519 Bowie Mill Rd. 4 bdrm,3 full bath. Large flat yard. Fenced yard. 1 car garage+ driveway space. NEw a/c 8/09 1st floor master bedroom with lare walk-in closet and private bath. Kitchen with maple cabinets. Asking $375k. Again I know above your range and like above. Consider costs of always having an hoa/condo fee verses not having one in your short term and long term costs
and it works.
Charming outside and inside.

http://www.olneymd.com/ = website about Olney

For more information and or questions about these homes and real estate in Olney,contact me today!



I am here to help and am anywhere you want to be in Metro DC

Adam



Adam Bashein, Realtor®
Licensed in MD & DC
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Testimonail from a client who relocated from out of state to MD-DC for a job

"October 12, 2009

Several months ago,my husband and I had the pleasure of working with Adam Bashein to find a rental unit. We were moving to the DC area from out-of-state and were in town for only a few days.

During the apartment-finding process, Adam was helpful, responsive, and accessible.
Because we only had a few days to find a place to live, we were under pressure to work quickly.

Adam took time to understand the criteria that we were looking for in a new home.
He returned our calls promptly and willingly answered our questions. Thanks to Adam's diligence,we were able to find an apartment that met our criteria in a few short days.

We are thankful to have Adam as our realtor for finding our current home and would highly recommend him to any of our friends in the area."

I take pride in making every client feel like my most important client, regardless of whether he or she is buying,selling or renting and independent of how much money I will have earned from a successful transaction.