South Maryland Real Estate

When deciding to buy a Southern Maryland home, most people know that they need to save up for a downpayment.  In fact, financial experts recommend that you put 20% or more of the purchase price down.  While you don't HAVE to put this much down, it will help keep your mortgage payment at an afford...

The 2012 Annapolis Arts & Crafts Festival comes to the Navy Marine Corps Stadium (550 Taylor Ave) this weekend, June 9th & 10th.  More than 180 local artists and craftsmen will have their juried works on display for all festival attendees.  In addition to beautiful works of art, there will be liv...

When it comes to selling your Southern Maryland home, you don't necessarily need to break the bank to see a huge return on your investment.  In fact, many times, just a few dollars and a little elbow grease can go a long way.  There are five areas of your home you should concentrate on improving ...

Anyone who owns a home in the state needs to be aware that the Property Tax Credit Program applications are due May 1, 2012 for all Southern Maryland homeowners.  This is the program that limits the amount of property taxes any Maryland homeowner has to pay based on their total income.  These cre...

Let's face it.  No matter how large your Southern Maryland home is, storage always seems to be an issue at one point or another.  You don't always have to do a major renovation to increase your kitchen's storage space.  Here are a few clever ideas on how to add storage to your kitchen without add...

Now that the holiday buzz has died down, it's time to really get down to business.  Every year I promise myself I'm going to get everything ready for my accountant so that my taxes don't get filed at the last minute.  But here it is...February...and I still haven't begun.  April 15th will be here...

America's Promise Alliance recently announced the winners of its annual 100 Best Communities for Young People.  Calvert County was honored as one of these communities.  America's Promise poured over the nominations from over 300 towns, cities and communities across the entire United States to fin...

Decorating is one of my favorite things of the holiday season.  Everything is so shiny and beautiful, including the Christmas tree.  According to the US Fire Administration, however, fires during the holiday season account for 400 deaths, 1650+ injuries and almost $1 billion in damages every year...

I know we just celebrated Halloween and Thanksgiving is just over three weeks away, but Christmas is about to begin in Calvert County and you don't want to miss out on the fun.  You can begin helping Santa by starting the Christmas shopping early, enjoy spectacular light displays, view a fun wint...

In today's economic climate, many homeowners are facing the prospect of foreclosure.  Whether it's due to the loss of a job or spouse, other life changes or financial mismanagement, the prospect of losing your Southern Maryland home is not an easy one.  Don't despair.  When faced with this possib...