As we enter May, here is a Kemp Mill Area 2014 Market Update

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Happy May!

In April we saw more homes come on the market than in either January, February or March.  According to MLS, in the Kemp Mill 20902 area, part of Silver Spring, MD.  (including Springbrook Forest just off of Kemp Mill Road; doesn't include University Towers) 

According to MLS, 5 homes were listed in both January and February, then 4 in March and 9 in April (1 home was accidentally listed twice, so one of the listings was taken off the market and I count only 1 of the listings). 

How does this compare to homes going under contract and ultimately selling or renting-- the real measure of the market.

According to MLS, in January 3 homes sold or rented; 1 home accepted a rental application, but it went back on the market (the deal didn't work out)

No homes sold or rented in February. 1 rental application was accepted, though that deal fell apart because the property subsequently went back on the market and accepted another application.   

In March, after an average days of market of just under 2 months, 3 homes went under contract/had a rental application accepted.  1 of these homes was under contract in just 11 days.  It showed well and was in a very desirable part of Kemp Mill.  4 homes sold or rented in March.  These homes were on the market an average of 52 days before going under contract, but the median days on  market was 14 days (1 home was on the market for a while, which impacts the overall average days on market) ; 

April was a pretty active month, as 5 homes went under contract/a rental application accepted after being on the market an average of just under 30 days.  1 home was on the market just under 3 months and 1 home was on the market for 40 days, which impacts the days on market..  The other 3 homes went under contract in less than 2 weeks...those were obviously very well positioned in the market.  3 homes sold or rented in April. On average these homes were on the market just under 3 months before going under contract/having a rental application accepted.  However, 1 of the homes was on the market for over 5 months, so that obviously severely impacted the average days on market.

Currently, according to MLS, there are 16 homes on the market (1 just came up today).  

EXCLUDING the 1 just listed, these homes have been on the market an average 129 days --- over 4 months! The median average is 70 days/just over 2 months.  6 homes have been on the market for over 5 months, including 2 that have been on the market now for over a year.  As we are hearing and seeing, it is a seller's market.  Because of this, some sellers are reluctant to re-position their homes (lowering price) if they aren't getting contracts  Sellers have to see that today's buyers are savvy and won't pay price/even make an offer if a home doesn't show well and or isn't priced well.  Even if sellers tell their agents something along the lines of they will negotiate if an over is presented,  buyers may be reluctant to make an offer/negotiate with someone who has been stubborn at a list price.  Actions speak louder than words.  Homes that are moving are going under contract/getting rental applications very quickly. 

If you or someone you know is thinking of making a move or has a real estate question, I am delighted to talk or email and always appreciate referrals.   Thank you!

Adam 

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Adam Bashein

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Special Recognition for Sales Achievement from Long & Foster

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I wanted to take a moment to thank you for calling on me for your real estate needs and for referring me to your family and friends.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. just recognized me as a member of their 2013 President's Club for sales achievement.

As I always say, whether you or someone you know is thinking of moving or is not moving but has a real estate question, please call me:  (301)943-4370.  I always have time for and appreciate your referrals.

Adam Bashein

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From referral, to turned down, to a happy beginning - signing the listing

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So, there I was a few weeks ago on one of the websites where I advertise and a person private messages me.  He says that he likes what I have to say and the recommendations that people have written about me.  I say thank you very much!

 

The gentleman than messages me that he has friends nearby who are going to move and he will suggest that they call me.  It will probably be in a few weeks

Wonderful!  I can't wait.

 





 

 

 

Time passes on one morning, around between 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m., while in an appointment This person called...I couldn't pick up because I was in a meeting.  Right after the meeting, between 11:30 and 12 p.m. I returned the call, introduced myself and asked when we should meet?

He said thank you very much, that he called several realtors between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. and didn't understand why nobody was able to pick up and couldn't meet right away.  He got through to one agent and met with that agent a little while earlier. 

 

I replied that it is hard to find someone who is available for an appointment immediately.  Continuing that he sounds like  a great person and I really wished he called me a day or two in advance, so our meeting would already be on my calender.  But, given our great telephone conversation,  

 let's figure out a time that I can come over.

 

The gentleman said that I sound like a very nice person, a good agent, but he didn't want to waste my time and have me come over because he was going to work with the

one agent he spoke with earlier in the day. 

 

We talked a little bit more, I tried nicely :-0 asking in a couple different ways for an opportunity.  Finally, I said,  don't you think, especially since you were referred to me that  you should get a second opinion and invite me over?

 

He said thank you very much but was pretty certain what he was doing.

I said, ok.  My door is always open if you ever want to talk or if you want to change directions.

The next morning, to my complete surprise I received a call from the same gentleman. He just starts talking and apologizing because I was so nice and invited me over :-)!  I said of course. What time?!

 

So, I went to my office, prepared some reports and went over to his house.  He and his wife gave me a very warm greeting and nearly melted when I gave them a hospitality gift. 

They placed the gift on their fireplace mantel and I knew something good was brewing :-).

We had a nice hour or so conversation, walked through the house, he asked me to refer him to a couple of contractors to do touch up work and we agreed to a time for meeting number two. 

I need to say that the sellers were extremely respectful and wonderful.  They wanted to know when I could not meet because of the holiday season and my Sabbath, just so we could plan around those times. They brought this up before I had a chance to say anything. Amazingly kind and sensitive. 

I came back for our second scheduled appointment, took off my shoes because their shoes were off and they asked me what I was doing because it was cold. I said I was following their custom. They said to please put on my shoes so I would be comfortable.  We walked and talked, but they weren't quite ready. So, I left them some sales documents to read over and we agreed to meet in a couple of days..

The meeting went perfect.  The sellers got the touch up work done that they planned to do, they read through the paperwork I asked them to review and we took care of signing the listing papers and getting pictures of their home.  I am delighted to say that their home is now listed on the market with me.

It was extremely flattering that the sellers had a chance of heart and decided to invite me over for a listing appointment after initially telling me that a decision was already made.  What do I attribute this turn of events to?

1.  In a respectful way, not  just initially accepting no as an answer :-).
2.  Being kind and professional; not pushy.
3.  Reminding the sellers that we connected because their friend highly recommended me.
4.  Keeping the door open, if you will, so the sellers would be comfortable calling. Never burn a bridge or hang up as a sore loser. 

Looking forward to giving these sellers sold results.

Life is good!

Adam Bashein
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Conveniences and great location for a commuter home: I just listed a townhome in Tivoli, a Subdivision in Silver Sping, MD. Perfect home or investment property ready for you.

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JUST LISTED!

Welcome to 1479 Casino Circle

Silver Spring, MD 20906

Well priced at $324,999!

Welcome to this well kept, low maintenance townhome, nestled in Tivoli, a subdivision in Silver Spring, MD, located just off of Randolph Road.

This home boasts new ceramic tile flooring in the entry foyer and in the kitchen.  Living room and dining room have wood floors. Living room also has a fireplace.  Outdoor entertaining on deck which has great views. There is a 3rd main level room, which could be an office or a bedroom.  Upstairs this home has 3 bedrooms. Large basement with recreation room and sliding doors from this walkout basement.  Please click on the link below to see more pictures and details.

http://www.adambasheinsellshomes.com/homes-for-sale/MD/SILVER-SPRING/20906/1479-CASINO-CIR-120367510

I am humbled to say that the sellers were referred to me and we immediately connected. 

I would love to connect and show you this property. A great home for a first time buyer and also a great home as an investment property. Low maintenance and low condo fee.

Whenever you, one of your friends, colleagues or family members is thinking of moving or has a real estate question , please contact me:  (301)943-4370 or email:  adambashein@mris.com. I am here to help and always have time for your referrals.

Life is good!

Adam Bashein

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Are you or someone you know thinking of selling? Through hard work, I recently received a special designation!

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When it is time to move, sellers need to list their homes with a realtor who can best serve your needs.  To better serve you, I recently completed a course and am now recognized as a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS). 

According to the SRS Council, "The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (CRB) who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria."

Selling a home takes a lot of work and taking this course was one of the best uses of my time.

If you hear of anyone in MD or DC who is thinking of selling, please tell them about me and that I am now a Seller Representative Specialist.  I always appreciate and have time for your referrals.

Even if you aren't thinking of selling or buying but have a real estate question, please contact me.  I would love to help.

Thank you very much.

Adam
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Silver Spring, Maryland home sold "in a New York minute" with multiple offers!

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Humbly, I am very pleased for my 11709 Fulham Street sellers. We sold in a New York Minute with 9 showings...on a Tuesday and Wednesday, in anticipation of snow. Are you kidding me!
Got multiple offers and got their price.

They bought their new home with me before selling their previous home. So, I am extra excited for my sellers that just over 3 months after buying their new home, they are back to owning 1 home again. It takes some people several months to get their former homes on the market. The home showed well, I marketed it very hard and the buyers loved what they saw.

You are in such a good position if you are able to purchase your new home without being contingent on selling your current home.  Of course it depends on how much of a loan you are approved for and how liquid you are.  If you are organized and dedicated, you can get your home on the market for sale less than 2 months after buying your new home.  And, if your home shows well and is marketed well, it should sell very quickly.  My seller's home was in very good condition and the asking price was aggressive.  By no means did we price the home low to sell quickly.  The buyers just loved the location and mostly how the home presented. 

Who do you know that needs help making a move?  I always have time for and very much appreciate your referrals.  I am licensed in MD and DC.

Call me: (301)943-4370 or Email me: adambashein@mris.com.

 

Even if you aren't in the market but have a real estate question, I would love to talk with you.
 

Thank you.

 

Adam Bashein

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Testimonial from clients who just bought their first home!

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Below is a note I just received from clients who settled on their first home a little less than a month ago.  They bought an awesome end unit townhome in Olney, MD. 



 

 

"We are so happy we worked with Adam Bashein in the search for our first home!  He was terrific to work with and went above and beyond our expectations, meeting with us after work hours since we lived a good distance from where we were searching.  We were searching for a home for close to a year and as first time home buyers were unsure of what exactly we were looking for in a home.  Adam was extremely patient with us throughout this process and gave us terrific advice when we needed it most.  He stuck with us and was extremely attentive to our feelings, needs, and our means.  In the end Adam helped us find what we feel is the perfect first home for us and has become a true friend.  We highly recommend you call him when it’s time to search for your next home!" - E.H. and N.H.

 

Whenever you hear of a friend or family member who is ready to make a move, think of me for full service.  It would be a privilege to help them buy, sell or rent a home.  I always have time for and very much appreciate your referrals.  I don't take referrals lightly.  These buyers were referred to me by other clients of mine. 

 

Life is good!

 

Adam Bashein

Licensed in MD & DC

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