Are you Thinking About Selling?  Just curious? Get a free estimate of your home's value and a suggested listing price.To receive your Comparative Market Analysis/Home Evaluation for your Southern Maryland home, give us a call or send us an email.  Friendly, responsive and professional real estate services in Southern Maryland.     Serving homebuyer's and seller's in Calvert County, Saint Mary's County and Charles County.  We are happy to be of service and we welcome your inquiries!Rita Minion and Chris MinionYour Southern Maryland Real Estate Connection Solomons - Patuxent Plaza (410)-326-9198 - Direct(410)-610-2591 - Mobile(410)-326-3133 Ext. 214 - Solomons OfficeEmail UsVisit Our Websites:Southern Maryland Real EstateSouthern Maryland HomesSearch For Homes In Southern Maryland   05/18/2009

     CUSTOM CONTEMPORAY IN LUSBY    Location:  Lusby   County:  Calvert   Community:  Cove of Calvert   List Price:  $449,000   Lot Size:  1.75 Acre Lot     This beautiful custom "Contemporary" style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with 2,747 sq. ft. of living space.  A few of the many features include geo-thermal heating/cooling energy efficiency, fireplace, 3 car garage with a workshop and a wall of storage shelves, master bedroom suite with a super bath, 3 sets of French doors give access to the Sunroom overlooking nature, rear deck, ceiling fans, corian counters in gourmet kitchen & the list goes on! Located in a quiet "water privileged" community with a sandy beach on the Chesapeake Bay for the residents to enjoy!     Short drive to the resort town of Solomons Island.  Convenie... 05/18/2009

BEAUTIFUL 3 YEAR OLD RAMBLER Location:  Lusby County:  Calvert, Southern Maryland List Price:  $399,900 Lot Size: .47 Acre, Level Lot This lovely home offers 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, with partially finished full basement with room to expand.  Currently has 2,920 sq. ft. of finished living space.  Loads of upgrades!    This beautiful 3 year young Rambler style home offers 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths with 2,920 sq. ft. of living space.  A few of the many features include hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, double ovenw/convection, master bath has soaking tub with separate oversized shower, covered front porch, ceiling fans, spacious open kitchen with 2/tiered island, double-hung Anderson windows & lots of closets! Full basement is partially finished with unfinished space for future... 05/11/2009

CHARMING RAMBLER STYLE HOME Location:  Lusby County:  Calvert, Southern Maryland List Price:  $232,900 Home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with finished walk-out level basement.  Front porch, deck & landscaping.  Located in quiet area of water privileged community.     This charming Rambler style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with 1,984 sq. ft. of living space.  A few of the features include nice sized livingroom, pleasant country kitchen with extra cabinets & counter space.  Finished walk-out level basement with spacious familyroom, den w/propane mini-hearth, laundry/utility room and 1/2 bath.  1 year Home Warranty too! Charming front porch, rear deck with wooded view.  Situated in a private location on quiet side street. First time Home Buyers - home is approved for 100% Financi... 05/11/2009

Saving on Your Water Bill as well as conserving for the Environment! The average person uses "150 Gallons of Water A Day" Here are some amazing tips on water conservation which will reflect on your water bill. Pass this on to a friend! Conservation in numbers will produce a profound effect on our precious environment. Monique Hailer - OBrien Realty M(443)532-5407 Email: moniquehailer@mris.com.To search for homes visit: Southern Maryland Real Estate 05/08/2009

ST. MARY'S ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE'S 2009 ANNUAL ANIMAL FAIR  The fifth annual SMAWL Animal Fair will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at the St. Mary's County Fairgrounds from 10 AM - 3 PM. What is the SMAWL Animal Fair? The St. Mary's Animal Welfare League is an annual festival attended by over 1,100 people and their pets. It is a day for people and their pets to play and shop together. The fair features non-stop demonstrations, pet games, vendors, microchipping, a pet pageant, equine demonstrations, a pet parade and much more. The purpose of the Animal Fair is to create interest and generate support for local animal welfare and rescue groups and their supporting industries. Their goal is to stage a quality event in order to help SMAWL raise much needed funds to continue their no-kill r... 05/02/2009

Vera's Beach Club! The Place To Be! Come by Sea m or Land! If you are  looking for great food  and a entertainment complex that remains dedicated to Vera Freeman's 1950s vision of paradise: Vera's White Sands Beach Club is a waterfront restuarant with Slips and dockage.  Enjoy the nightlife with a variety of bands on Friday and Saturday nights. This weekend features: Friday: May 1 Too Many Mikes & Sat May 2  Full Steam To see full entertainment schedule at:              Vera's  View:  Menu  Directions By Land & Sea Upcoming! Events! Call Moniqe for Free Market Analysis! First Time home Buyer's Ask me about The Stimulus Package Benefits. 04/29/2009

Vera's Beach Club!  The Place To Be!  Come by Land or Sea!!! If you are  looking for great food  and a entertainment complex that remains dedicated to Vera Freeman's 1950s vision of paradise: Vera's White Sands Beach Club is a waterfront restuarant with boat slips and dockage.  Enjoy the nightlife with a variety of bands on Friday and Saturday nights.    Vera's  White Sands Restaurant, View:  Menu  Directions By Land & Sea Email:  barbararaley@mris.com  Visit My Website:  www.barbararaley.com 04/28/2009

SECOND HOME RESCUE AT CAR SHOW Location:  Ace Hardware, Trueman Road, Lusby MD Date:  April 25, 2009 - Saturday Time:  10 AM to 5 PM SECOND HOPE RESCUE dogs will be at the 3rd Annual Ace Hardward Spring Fling Car Show on Saturday, April 25, from 10am to 3pm.  The event will be held at Ace Hardware, 11861 H.G. Trueman Road in Lusby.  Come by and meet STELLA, the dog voted Best Kisser in St. Mary's County!  Or DICKENS, the novice skateboarding Lab mix puppy and his brothers! Bring the family and enjoy a fun day while supporting the local food bank.  For more information about which of their wonderful dogs will be attending this event, please call (240)-925-0628 or Email Mary.   Meet Dickens   Dickens was born on January 7, 2009, and is looking for a loving family to raise him.  He comes c... 04/22/2009

BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF THE CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM ALL ROOMS! Location:  Lusby in Calvert County List Price:  $545,000 Lot Size:  .57 Acre Living Space:  2,597 Sq. Ft. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath "Contemporary" style home offers 2,597 sq. ft. of living space.  Breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay from all rooms in original Deck house design.  Floor to ceiling glass frames create feeling of harmony with the natural surroundings.  Upper and lower level rooms all have windows with views.  Decks on both levels.  Open kitchen, dining & living room area, 2 car detached garage & 2 fireplaces.  The enclosed porch can be used for all seasons.  Beach access on the bay is nearby. Conveniently located to the resort town of Solomons Island & Patuxent River Naval Air Station.  Minutes to shopping & restaur... 04/22/2009

First Time Home Buyers! Get Pre-qualified and let's start looking for that perfect home. For the benefits below you will need to go to settlement before December 1, 2009. Rates are low, so lets go! Call Monique for more informaon! It may take time to find the perfect home. The REO properties are selling fast. (443)532-5407 Email: moniquehailer@mris.com. Web: www.somdforsale.com To find out more information and details visit: www.IRS.gov. 04/22/2009

WATERFRONT HOME WITH PIER ON PROTECTED COVE - JUST MINUTES TO SOLOMONS! Location:  Southern Calvert County List Price:  $475,000 Waterfrontage:  125' of Frontage on Brooks Cove Pier:  55' Finger Pier with 4'+ MLW - Also has a jet ski ramp with winch Style of Home:  Rambler Remodeled "Rambler" style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with 1,473 sq. ft. of living space.  A few of the features include new hardwood floors, ceramic tile, remodeled kitchen, family room with fireplace, 2 car garage, carport, replaced roof & HVAC.   Sunroom with waterviews, 2 tier deck with hot tub.  Tiki bar with beer tap.     Home is situated on a tranquil .45 acre lot in quiet neighborhood. Located conveniently to the resort town of Solomons, shopping, restaurants, marine activities & Patuxent River Naval Air S... 04/18/2009

Vera's Beach Club! The Place To Be! Come by Sea or Land!If you are  looking for great food  and a entertainment complex that remains dedicated to Vera Freeman's 1950s vision of paradise: Vera's White Sands Beach Club is a waterfront restuarant with Slips and dockage.  Enjoy the nightlife with a variety of bands on Friday and Saturday nights. This weekend features: Firday: April 24  Bad weather Boyz  & Sat April 25 Back Stage Pass   To see full entertainment schedule at:              Vera's  View:  Menu  Directions By Land & Sea Monique Hailer  Cell: (443)532-5407  Email: moniquehailer@mris.com Web: www.somdforsale.com   04/15/2009

IMMACULATE "RAMBLER" STYLE HOME FOR RENT IN LUSBY Location:  Lusby, Chesapeake Ranch Estates List Price:  $1,150 This immaculate "Rambler" style home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 1,232 sq. ft. of living space.  A few of the features include vaulted ceilings in living room, new flooring throughout, gas fireplace in living room, breakfast bar in kitchen, owner's bedroom and 2nd bedoom are generously sized, 3rd bedroom is average in size.  Paved driveway can accomodate up to 6 vehicles.  Lovely yard with fully fenced rear, workshop/shed with electric and fans. All appliances convey including washer & dryer. Located in a "water privileged" community.  A few of the many amenities include 2 beaches on the Chesapeake Bay, Lake Lariat & beach, clubhouse, airpark, horse stables, 2 boa... 04/13/2009

Interest Rates Have Plummeted, Homebuyers Have HUGE Incentives!!! Mortgage rates have dropped recently due to recent fed actions, and it's important to look at where they sit.  The local average for Southern Maryland is slightly higher than 5% right now.  The local rates have dropped and with rates hovering at the lowest levels the region has seen since 1965, this is a great time to be getting into the market! First time home buyers have additional incentive with the $8,000 tax credit the government is currently offering, and there are some great deals to be had on the real estate market.  If you've been waiting for  opportunity to knock, now is the time!  100% Financing with no monthly insurance premium is currently available in all of Calvert County & most areas in St. Mary's County. ... 04/12/2009

CALVERT COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION - RESUME CLASS! This class is to help you customize your resume to a particular profession, detail to an entry level job, craft a general multifunctional resume or tailor your resume for retiring and career changing individuals. Location:  SOUTHERN COMMUNITY CENTER  Address:  20 Appeal Lane, Lusby Date:  April 15, 2009 Time:  8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Cost:  $53.00 For Workshop - #438230C-SCC Adult To register call Southern District - Southern Community Center @ (410)-586-1101       04/11/2009

The Southern Maryland Mustang Club presents their 3rd Annual Spring Fling ALL FORD Car Show to benefit the Southern Maryland Food Bank. When:  April 25th, 2009, rain date May 2, 2009 Where:  Sneade's Ace Hardware Store, 11861 H.G.Trueman Rd., Lusby, MD 20657 Time:  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM  Pre-registration fee of $15.00 for participating vehicles, $20.00 fee on day of event. All participants must also provide a non-perishable food item donation for the Southern Maryland Food Bank. Food, Music, and fun for the whole family. Trophies will be awarded, no spectator fee. Visit:  Southern Maryland Mustang Club  for more information.   Email: tim.sandy.scott@verizon.net  or Call: 410-326-4413   04/09/2009

 " Smell to Sell"  and "How to cook Crabs" Don't Cook Crabs inside when you are trying to sell your home. Go outside or wait until buyers leave. They may be hungry but they don't want to smell it. Don't get me wrong, but it is not a soothing and inviting environment. Look how violent the crabs get you try to pick them up and more so when you go to load them in the big steamer!   04/08/2009

 Make a First Impression With SMELL I was showing a home recently and upon entering the master-bed, I was horrified of the smell. I was afraid to continue . My clients took two steps in the room and basically ran from the home. It was a litter box that had not been cleaned out in quite a while. I would think this would be common sense, but I guess you never know. So, here are a few, I can't assume, obvious items related to smell, that I recommend you do. Scent has a power of it's own. Good and Bad! Take out the trash Vinegar can be used in many ways; wash stinky shoes/sneakers; clean floors, counter tops and bathrooms. (Clorox -my personal favorite, is great for toilets. Just spray and walk away. Keep your beds and linens fresh, this smell will keep your rooms fresh too! Put fresh flowe... 04/08/2009

Save Money & Help you Local Community Ok! I crack myself up. I'm am trying to do the Coupon thing. I admit I am not very good at it. So, I do make a list of items needed and try to keep track of it. So, I found another website for local Sales & Circulars for Lusby. For instance "Ace Hardware" double points in this weeks circular. (If you have an Ace rewards card, they do send money certificates to you) It is a Great time to spruce up your yard and home. Below I have listed other links for saving money. Restaurant Coupons for Lusby New! Sales & Circulars for Lusby Lusby Stores Special Offers in Lusby Save on Groceries - Print FREE grocery coupons from your computer! Gardeners, go green and save!     Click here for $20 FREE off your first order at Gardens Alive! Save on your energy bill w... 04/07/2009