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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Thinking About Moving to Baltimore? Start by Exploring the Northwest Area When people begin considering a move to Baltimore, one of the most helpful things they can do is simply start by looking at the map and exploring the northwest part of the city and nearby county communities.This area includes neighborhoods around Pikesville, Fallstaff, Mt. Washington, Cheswolde, Slade and Greenspring, and many buyers enjoy learning how these communities connect. What makes this part of Baltimore interesting to relocation buyers is the variety it offers: tree-lined streets, a mix of housing styles built over many decades, nearby parks, shopping areas, and convenient access to major roads.Maps like this are often useful because they help people visualize the layout of the area and begin to understa...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
I’ve always said, “I answer my phone.” And for the most part, I do. Buyers don’t wait, sellers don’t wait, and real estate rarely rewards voicemail ping-pong. But when my caller ID flashes “Spam Risk,” even I pause for a split second. Is it really spam… or is it the perfect buyer calling about the house I just put back on the market?Here’s the truth: you can’t be 100% sure. Many spam calls are exactly that. SPAM. They want to send me "buyers "and "sellers" extended car warranties, mystery investments, or someone wanting to “help” me improve my career by buying their leads. But occasionally, a legitimate call can wear the ugly “Spam Risk” label. An out-of-country cell phone. A Google Voice number. A relocated buyer driving through the neighborhood who found my sign online. Technology tri...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
📊 Catonsville Real Estate Market: 7-Day SnapshotHere’s what the past week looked like in Catonsville real estate — and yes, it’s lively out there:🔥 New Activity7 new listings1 coming soon📉 Price Movement6 price reductionsSellers are clearly adjusting to meet the market.📝 Under Contract7 under contract1 contract fell through (because real estate loves drama)🏁 Closings8 closed1 canceled listing🔎 What it Actually MeansInventory is shifting but not sitting. Homes priced correctly are still getting scooped up fast, and the pace of closings shows buyers are active now, not “waiting for spring.” If you’re a homeowner quietly watching the market and wondering what your place could command… well, this is a good week to find out.📞 Want Clarity on Your Home’s Value?If you want a no-nonsense breakd...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
 Today, I checked out a house and was asked about the basement floor tiles. They were square, about 9 inches, and most likely asbestos.  The question: Should we be concerned?Years ago, asbestos was widely used in flooring tiles, pipe insulation, siding, and roofing because it was strong and fire-resistant. At that time, it was considered a great building material.However, we now know that problems can arise if asbestos is disturbed. For example, solid 9-inch basement floor tiles that are flat on concrete or exterior siding shingles that aren’t crumbling are generally stable. The concern arises when asbestos is sanded, broken down, or turned into dust.So, when someone asks if basement tiles are dangerous, my answer is clear: it depends on their condition and whether they’re being disturb...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
A young woman asked for my advice as she considered a career in real estate. So, I asked her why. And then I said, “Please don’t tell me it’s because you love looking at pretty houses.”  Yep, and she got very quiet.She explained that her supervisor was a successful real estate agent who also worked a full-time 9-to-5 job. From the outside, it looked easy. It looked flexible. It looked like fun. My question...why is he still working a 9-5 job? Maybe he is getting all of his buyers and sellers because of that day job? Probably not. This gal was a go-getter, smart, motivated, and confident, all qualities needed for a career in RE, and she’d be good at it. But I asked her a simple question: “How many people do you know right now who are ready to buy or sell a house?” She started counting on...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
If Margaret knows, Margaret responds. My phone doesn’t sit on a desk. It doesn’t hide in a purse. It lives right on my belt. Years ago, I made a simple decision that if someone reached out to me, I wanted to know. Not later. Not when I happened to check. Right away. My phone doesn’t ring loudly. It vibrates and flashes, a quiet signal that someone needs me. Even if I’m with a client, in a listing presentation, in a meeting, or out to dinner, I am aware. I can feel the call, and the moment I am free, I respond. Technology has made this a bit more complicated lately, with spam, scam, and telemarketing calls filling the airwaves, but wearing my phone allows me to stay in control. I can recognize the important numbers, return calls quickly, and acknowledge messages so people know they’ve b...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Living With Modernism: A Margaret Rome SeriesWhy I Love Mid-Century Modern HomesOver the years, I have sold many different and unique kinds of homes. Colonials. Cottages. Condos. Farms. Historic. Each one has its own story.Homes stay with me long after the sale.Not because of its size.Not because of its price.But because of how it felt.These homes are often mid-century modern, showcasing stunning examples of this design style. Mid-century modern homes were designed with intention. Architects believed that a home should serve the people who live in it. Do not overwhelm them. Do not distract them. But support daily life in a calm and meaningful way.These homes often feature durable materials like stone, wide expanses of glass, and open floor plans that let light flow freely throughout the...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD Click here to Get Directions$400000 3 Beds - 3 Baths - 0.05 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print   For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie McIntire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mouse tour the house with the 3D tour - https://bit.ly/28BryansMillWayTour   Tucked quietly off of Old Frederick Road in the Bryans Mill community, 28 Bryan’s Mill Way offers that rare “hidden but connected” setting Catonsville buyers love. Surrounded by Patapsco Valley State Park and with wooded path access to the Trolley Trail, you can walk directly into Historic Ellicott City for coffee, dining, or an evening stroll. It’s a location that feels peaceful, yet keeps you close to everything. Insid...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
🌟 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE + $25 GIFT CARD CONTEST! 🌟🏡 28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD 21228📅 Feb 27, 2026 ⏰ 3:00 PMTour this gorgeous Bryans Mill townhouse live online! Ask questions, explore every corner, and answer a fun question to win a $25 gift card. 🎁✨ 3 Levels | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | Finished Walkout Lower Level✨ Granite countertops, fresh paint, updated flooring, 2 private rear decks✨ Surrounded by Patapsco Valley State Park & walking distance to Historic Ellicott City🎥 Preview now: 3D Tourhttps://bit.ly/28BryansMillWayTour💻 RSVP to join the fun and win!https://www.facebook.com/LivingInTheVille
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
🏡 OPEN HOUSE – 28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD 21228📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026⏰ 1:00 – 2:00 PMLooking for that “hidden but connected” Catonsville lifestyle? Come see it in person this Saturday!Tucked off Old Frederick Road in the Bryans Mill community and surrounded by Patapsco Valley State Park, this home offers wooded path access to the Trolley Trail — with the ability to walk straight into Historic Ellicott City for coffee, dining, and weekend exploring. 🌿☕Inside, you’ll find approximately 1,920 finished square feet across three levels. The main level features an open layout with granite countertops, fresh paint, and refreshed flooring. Upstairs offers three bedrooms and two full baths, while the finished walkout lower level includes a wood-burning fireplace and flexible bonus...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
🏡 OPEN HOUSE – 28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD 21228📅 Friday, February 27, 2026⏰ 4:00 – 5:00 PMJoin us in the sought-after Bryans Mill community for a home that truly offers the best of both worlds — peaceful surroundings with everyday convenience.Tucked quietly off Old Frederick Road and surrounded by Patapsco Valley State Park, this home features wooded path access to the Trolley Trail, where you can walk straight into Historic Ellicott City for coffee, dining, or an evening stroll. 🌿☕Inside, this interior-unit townhouse offers approximately 1,920 square feet of finished living space across three levels. The main level features an open, functional layout with granite countertops, fresh paint, and refreshed flooring for a clean, move-in-ready feel.Upstairs you’ll find three bedroom...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
Recognizing Value Before Everyone Else Eleven Slade #412MLS-MDBC2141936Sometimes the market quietly presents an opportunity so extraordinary that people assume something must be wrong. At 11 Slade, nothing is wrong, except the lack of awareness.This is the only co-op building in all of Baltimore County, and currently, an estate sale is offering over 2,000 square feet of living space for $145,000.Let that sink in.This residence offers three bedrooms, or two bedrooms and a den, two full baths, a bright corner location, and a balcony. The space is generous, the layout comfortable, and the possibilities endless. Take a look at the floor plan.But what truly sets 11 Slade apart is the lifestyle.The monthly co-op fee includes heat, air conditioning, water, building maintenance, available garag...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
This morning, the snow was magnificent.Fresh. Quiet. Untouched. The kind of snow that makes everything slow down and take a breath. View from my desk.Some would cancel showings on a day like this.Not us.Because serious buyers don’t stop looking when it snows, and serious sellers don’t stop being ready.In fact, snow tells a story that sunshine cannot. It shows which paths are cleared. Which buildings are cared for. Which homes feel warm and welcoming even before you open the door.Today’s showings were both condominiums, warm, comfortable, and a welcome contrast to the sparkling cold outside. There’s something special about stepping in from the snow and instantly feeling at home.My buyers aka special friends chauffeured me and we saw two condos and then had a lovely lunch. And later in th...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
My very first listing began with a dare. My husband had just started at a new company as its CEO, replacing the former executive who had held the position. Somewhere in the conversation, he mentioned that this man was selling his house. Almost casually, he said to me, “You should go after the listing.” I was brand-new to real estate. In my first week, I had no experience, no track record, no reason to believe that someone in his position would trust me with something as important as selling his home. But I picked up the phone anyway. I started the conversation by congratulating him on his retirement and offered to help him sell his home. He hung up on me! I remember standing there for a moment, holding the receiver, feeling the rejection. My husband chuckled softly, the kind of laugh t...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
The location you've been waiting for.7617 Seven Mile Lane 21208 This spacious colonial single-family home, situated in the ideal location at Slade and Smith on a generous 0.38-acre lot, welcomes you with open arms.With approximately 2,676 square feet of finished living space, this home features four bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs making it an ideal single-family home.The main level features a spacious floor plan that includes a living room, dining room, and a large eat-in kitchen. There is also a den with a fireplace, complete with a charming breakfast area. This first-floor space can also be used as a bedroom. Additionally, you'll find a convenient laundry area and a half bath. Sliding doors lead to a large deck, perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor relaxation.As you head to the upp...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD Click here to Get Directions$400000 3 Beds - 3 Baths - 0.05 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie Mcintire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mouse tour the house with the 3D tour - https://bit.ly/28BryansMillWayTour Tucked quietly off of Old Frederick Road in the Bryans Mill community, 28 Bryan’s Mill Way offers that rare “hidden but connected” setting Catonsville buyers love. Surrounded by Patapsco Valley State Park and with wooded path access to the Trolley Trail, you can walk directly into Historic Ellicott City for coffee, dining, or an evening stroll. It’s a location that feels peaceful, yet keeps you close to everything.Inside, th...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
✨ Coming Soon in Catonsville! ✨📍 28 Bryans Mill Way, Catonsville, MD 21228Tucked off Old Frederick Road in the Bryans Mill community, this one gives you that peaceful, “hidden but connected” feel buyers love in Catonsville. Backing to trees near Patapsco Valley State Park with trail access that leads toward Ellicott City — coffee dates and evening strolls just got easier ☕🌿🛏 3 Bedrooms🛁 2 Full Baths🔥 Finished walkout lower level with fireplace🌳 Two rear decks backing to mature trees📐 ~1,920 finished sq ftFresh paint, refreshed flooring, granite counters — and priced to reflect updates needed. A smart opportunity to build equity and make it your own!🖱 Take the 3D tour: https://bit.ly/28BryansMillWayTourMessage me for early details before it officially hits the market!#ComingSoon #Catonsv...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
February Contest: The One Who Inspires Me Shows UpThe February contest asked me to choose one person on ActiveRain who inspires me.I tried. I really did.But the truth is, the one who inspires me most is the one who shows up.The one who reads a blog and takes the time to comment. The ones who accept my calls and pick up the phone when I call them. The ones who turn a simple post into a real conversation. Those conversations often last far longer than the original reason for the call.It works both ways.Sometimes they call me because something I wrote sparked an idea. Sometimes I call them because something they wrote sparked something in me. Sometimes it is a question in the Q&A section. Sometimes it is learning something new together. Sometimes it is simply sharing what is working and w...
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
📊 Catonsville Real Estate Market Update – Past 7 DaysHere’s what happened this week in Catonsville:We had 6 new listings and 5 homes coming soon, giving buyers fresh opportunities and a glimpse of inventory on the way. Buyer activity stayed strong with 8 homes going under contract, and great news — 0 contracts fell through, showing solid, committed deals.We saw 3 price reductions, which tells us some sellers are adjusting to stay competitive. On the closing side, 6 homes officially sold, while 1 home was canceled.✨ What this means:The market is active and competitive. Buyers are moving quickly, and homes that are priced correctly are getting results. Strategy matters more than ever.📲 Thinking about buying or selling in Catonsville? Call or text 443-418-7668 or send a message — let’s tal...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
You don’t expect a rancher to feel this spacious, but 814 Woodglen Place surprises you the moment you walk in. The cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors create an open, airy feeling that makes the home live larger than its footprint.With three bedrooms and two full baths on the main level, everything you need is right where you want it. The eat-in kitchen connects easily to the living space, and the lower level offers additional room and workshop area, a half bath, and access to the backyard patio. Situated on a level lot in the Willow Glen subdivision, this solid brick home includes gas heat, central air, a generator, and a detached garage. Whether you are looking for one-level living or a home with room to grow, this is an opportunity to make it your own in a convenient Baltimore Cou...
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