Bel Air, Md - Lanette Branch, Realtor How well does your Bel Air, Maryland home show? Or, a better question might be - does it show at all? Of the 413 homes currently for sale in Bel Air, Maryland; 26% have only one picture showing on the MLS. A ridiculous 2% have absolutely no picture at all. Not one. Nada. Zilch.   How is it possible to effectively market a home with no photos of the home? In this day of instant everything and information overload, how exactly does one sell a home with no photos? The basic element of any marketing plan surely consists of quality photos, and lots of ‘em. Seriously, am I missing something here?   Why would a listing agent not showcase her listing with as many pictures as possible? I don't know the answer to that question, but I do know that it just make... 04/13/2007

Below is a list of homes currently on the market in Bradford Village in Belair MD. If you would like to receive this update free via e-mail, just e-mail me at kcrowe@cbmove.com. 5 Overbrook Drive, List Price:$284,900, Days on Market: 65 Crabtree Square, List Price:$264,900, Days on Market: 123 Peabody Court, List Price:$265,000, Days on Market: 272 Hawley Court, List Price:$309,900, Days on Market: 3310 Three Acre Lane, List Price:$285,000, Days on Market: 1247 Hawley Court, List Price:$339,900. Days on Market: 161  04/10/2007

I really enjoyed this article I found in the "Cecil Whig", it just goes to how you, it is a duty of an agent to eduacte the buyer or seller about the homebuyer/homeseller process. Here goes: Sellers must usually tell buyers about a home's defects, but that doesn't erase the need for the buyer to hire a professional inspector.Dear Mr. Myers: I disagree with some advice you recently provided about the need to hire a home inspector. The law clearly states that a seller must voluntarily disclose any problems with his home to a buyer, so hiring a home inspector is an unnecessary expense. Further, if the seller does not disclose any problems, the buyer can always file a lawsuit if a problem is discovered later. So please stop encouraging your readers to waste money on home inspectors!ANSWER: ... 03/12/2007

Bel Air, Maryland Sold Results, Home Sales, Robert B. McArtor, REALTOR, Auctioneer  Sold 2318 Darby Ct, Bel Air $204,900 Bel Air South Attach/Row House Sold 1849 Glendale Ln, Bel Air $225,000 Village@Thomas Run Townhouse/Colonial Sold 808 Chesney Ln, Bel Air $230,000 Old Fields Townhouse Sold 1047 Irwins Choice, Bel Air $469,000 Deer Run Detached/Colonial Sold 1507 Stone Ridge Way, Bel Air $699,900 Stone Ridge Pt Detached/Colonial Sold 1957 Laurel Oak Dr, Bel Air $249,900 Village At Bright Oaks Townhouse/Colonial Sold 211 Hunters Run Ter, Bel Air $249,900 Hunters Run Village Townhouse/Colonial Sold 721 Orley Pl, Bel Air $219,900 Majors Choice Townhouse Sold 322 Hunters Run Dr, Bel Air $321,900 Hunters Run Detached/Colonial If you have any questions on Buying or Selling your next home, P... 03/10/2007

I am not a tree hugger, I do not protest the development in the largely rural area where I live, but I would never introduce pesticides or hormones knowingly into my children. I am sure you would not either. It is a serious disservice what the FDA is doing by not publicizing more what goes into the food we eat. My goal is in the next few years, to be totally organic. No, I am not talking about buying the "so called" organic foods from my local grocery store. I am talking growing my own fruits and veggies, and raising my own beef and chicken. Now, do not get me wrong, I love a burger from McDonald's now and then. Or shall I say I used to? Then I read up on the practiced they use to process their beef and how inhumane this was. Not to mention I never knew the beef, poultry, and pork I was... 03/09/2007

FREE Bel Air Outdoor Movie Nights! Come join us at Shamrock Park, Lee Way and Hickory Avenue for a FREE fun family filled Saturday Night Out of movie entertainment.  Bring your chairs or blankets to the parking lot and enjoy the show!  http://www.belair.bel-air.md.us/movies.aspInformation Provided By Robert B. McArtor, REALTOR / Auctioneer http://www.MarylandsHomeTeam.com/ and http://www.MDAuctionSales.com/ BUYING? SELLING? We are your REAL ESTATE TEAM OF CHOICE in BEL AIR Maryland Call Now 1-877-421-SOLD 03/07/2007

Bel Air, Maryland Here's the week in review for Real Estate Activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015): For the week beginning Sunday, February, 25th and ending Saturday, February, 31h the following statistics apply*- Listings There were 36 new listings that came on the market. 0 were for lease, the remaining 36 were for sale List prices ranged from $2,400 for rentals and from $129,900 to $829,000 for sale properties. 0 of the 36 properties are currently under contract, the remaining 36 are still active. 20 of the 36 properties are single family properties, 9 are townhomes , 6 are condos. There are a total of 374 listings that are currently ACTIVE in Bel Air, MD and the list prices range from $1,200 to $2,000 for rentals and from $145,000 to 1,899,000 for... 03/05/2007

Bel Air, Maryland Here's the week in review for Real Estate Activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015): For the week beginning Sunday, February, 18th and ending Saturday, February, 24th the following statistics apply*- Listings There were 24 new listings that came on the market. 1 was a lease, the remaining 23 were for sale List prices ranged from $2,400 for rentals and from $200,000 to $600,000 for sale properties. 4 of the 24 properties are currently under contract, the remaining 20 are still active. 18 of the 24 properties are single family properties, 4 are townhomes , 2 are condos. There are a total of 374 listings that are currently ACTIVE in Bel Air, MD and the list prices range from $1,200 to $2,000 for rentals and from $145,000 to 1,899,000 for s... 03/05/2007

Bel Air, Maryland - Lanette Branch, Realtor Here's the week in review for Real Estate Activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015): For the week beginning Sunday, February, 11th and ending Saturday, February, 17th the following statistics apply*- Listings There were 34 new listings that came on the market. 4 were for lease, the remaining 30 were for sale List prices ranged from $1,200 to $2,400 for rentals and from $149,900 to $659,900for sale properties. 4 of the 34 properties are currently under contract, 3 are withdrawn or temporarily off, the remaining 27 are still active. 21 of the 34 properties are single family properties, 9 are townhomes , 4 are condos. There are a total of 375 listings that are currently ACTIVE in Bel Air, MD and the list prices ra... 03/05/2007

   >> MARCH 2007Feb 28 -Apr 7 PIEDMONT LEARNING CENTER PRESENTS BEE KEEPERS 7-DAY COURSE February 28, March 7, 14, 21 & 28, April 4 & 7, 7pm-9pm Eden Mill Nature Center Take your fascination and curiosity about honeybees one step further and join our instructor(an Apiary Inspector for the Maryland Department of Agriculture),for our complete 7 day course on becoming a hobbyist beekeeper. $70 course fee includes books. Pre-Registration Required, please call 410-836-3050 or Email: eden_mill@hotmail.com Website: http://www.edenmill.orgMar 2 -Mar 4 DAMN YANKEES PERFORMANCE March 2, 2007 - March 4, 2007, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7pm John Carroll School Admission: TBD 410.879.2480 Mar 3 BEL AIR CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL Saturday, March 3, 9am-4 pm. Rain date March 10. Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Stree... 03/03/2007

Information Provided By Robert B. McArtor, REALTOR / Auctioneer http://www.MarylandsHomeTeam.com/ and http://www.mdauctionsales.com/ Call Now 410-879-0622 For All Your Real Estate Needs.ZIP Code: 21014 Bel Air, MD From: 01/01/2007 to 01/31/2007                Statistics generated on: 02/08/2007 ResidentialUnit SalesNumber of Bedrooms Active Listings   Time on Market Price Class 2 Or Less   3 4  or More   CondoCoop GroundRent Residential   CondoCoop GroundRent of Units Sold(No. of Units) Under $100,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 -30 Days 8 $100,000 - 149,999 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 31-60 Days 8 $150,000 - 199,999 1 3 0 4 0 2 16 0 61 - 90 Days 7 $200,000 - 249,999 0 4 0 2 0 12 7 0 91-120 Days 7 $250,000 - 299,999 1 5 1 1 0 16 2 0 Over 120 Days 6 $300,000 - 349,999 1 2 1 0 0 22 0 0 Total 36 $350,000 - 399,... 02/26/2007

What can you get for half a million dollars in Maryland's northeastern, Harford County, Town of Bel Air? With so much going on around the country, real estate-wise, it's a great question to ask.  Afterall, one wouldn't expect to get quite as much house in a bigger city vs. the laid-back town of Bel Air, Maryland-right? Good news is you'd be able to get a lot for your money, relatively speaking. How about a New Build on a lot size just shy of ½ acre? With... Four bedrooms, 2 and ½ bathrooms, Front-load, 2-car garage, Partially finished lower level including a 26X12 rec room, Approximately 2700 square feet of living space*, 2-story foyer, Gas fireplace, Hardwood floors, And Dual-zoned heating? Well, last week in Bel Air, Maryland --the most expensive home sold was listed for $505,990 and ... 02/20/2007

It's coming soon. It's my very favorite. It always happens on the first Saturday in March. Please don't miss it......especially if you're a chocoholic.It's the Bel Air Chocolate Festival held at the Bel Air Armory on Main Street in downtown Bel Air, Maryland and it's the place to be on Saturday, March 3rd from 9 to 4. Mark your calendars.All kinds of chocolate creations from confections and candy to desserts will be featured, and the local folks that create these masterpieces will be there, too. Bring $5 for admission and you'll get five tastes of the many treats available.I'm still on my chocolate high from V-Day.  I guess that's why this festival always comes in March.Ooooh, so many choices, so little time! Respectfully submitted,Lanette Branch, REALTOR I'm sold on Bel Air and I'd lik... 02/17/2007

There's a new kid in town and he's all dressed up and ready to party. The Town of Bel Air has just completed renovations to the Bel Air Armory on Main Street. And the Armory now hosts a brand spanking new Visitors' Center. The official opening is scheduled for Saturday, February 17th from 11 to 3 when the Armory will hold an Open House for the general public. Lots of goodies are scheduled like a slide show highlighting Bel Air's regional attractions, a display featuring historical Main Street photos, and refreshments for Open House attendees.Bel Air obtained the Armory from the National Guard last year with the intention of transforming it into a community "hub", and, because of its central location in downtown Bel Air, it appears to have been a smart move; it's already booked through t... 02/15/2007

Kimmie's at it again. Bel Air's own, Kimmie Meissner, won the Ladies competition at the ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado this past week.While it's no surprise that the extraordinary Olympian* teenager won yet another ice skating championship, how she did it is remarkable indeed. You see, Kimmie was in sixth place before the final round. She had some difficulty with completing her short program, falling along the way. Fortunately for her, and all her many fans here in Bel Air, Maryland and around the world, the final round was her best. It was the long program, her favorite, and Kimmie nailed it! Her virtually flawless performance this past Saturday helped her edge past Emily Hughes who came in second place.Just two weeks ago, Kimmie took the... 02/15/2007

The real estate market in Bel Air, Maryland has a bit to go to get over its slump vs. this time last year. According to Metropolitan Regional Information System, Inc.'s data reflecting sales from the first month of 2007, there has been no change in home sales over January 2006 figures. Metropolitan Regional Information System, Inc. (MRIS) is the area's multiple listing system. The exact same quantity of homes was sold in January 2007 vs. January 2006. Additionally, there was a slight decrease in the average home price for the region.. Last year, Bel Air, Maryland homes averaged a sales price of 322,903 in January. This year the average sales price for January was $299,166, translating to a 7.35% decrease in sales price. Bel Air homeowners with currently listed homes, and Bel Air homeown... 02/12/2007

Bel Air, Maryland Here's the week in review for Real Estate Activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015): For the week beginning Sunday, February, 4th and ending Saturday, February, 10th the following statistics apply*- Listings There were 33 new listings that came on the market. 1 was a lease, the remaining 32 were for sale List prices ranged from $1,350 for the lease and from $159,900 to $599,900 for sale properties. 2 of the 33 properties are currently under contract, the remaining 31 are still active. The 2 currently under contract had list prices of $159,900 and $245,000 and have expected close dates of February 21st and 28th, respectively. 18 of the 33 properties are single family properties, 10 are townhomes , 5 are condos. There are a total of 388 l... 02/12/2007

Bel Air, Maryland Stats Here's the week in review for Real Estate Activity in Harford County's Bel Air, Maryland (zip codes 21014 and 21015): For the week beginning Sunday, January 28, 2007 and ending Saturday, February 3, 2007 the following statistics apply*- Listings There were 33 new listings that came on the market. 2 were rentals, the remaining 31 were for sale List prices ranged from $1,100 to $1,400 for rentals and from $174,000 to $725,000 for sale properties. 2 of the 33 properties are currently under contract, the remaining 31 are still active. The 2 currently under contract had list prices of $389,333 and $465,000. Both have an expected close date of March 30, 2007. 18 of the 33 properties are single family properties, 11 are townhomes , 4 are condos. There are a total of 386... 02/07/2007

Your Home, Your Tour - Who knows the sellers home better than the seller? With our input as agents, our team ( www.MarylandsHomeTeam.com ) have started to create a Visual Tour that showcases ALL of a properties unique features including neighborhood amenities. With the seller, they can decide exactly what should and should not be shown!I am ensuring that my sellers home is exposed to the largest possible audience in the best possible manner with the least inconvenience to the seller.I just started this and will post some of the responses I am and will be receiving from potential buyers. 01/26/2007