Chuck Hajjar's Blog

Posted on 08/13/2021
Many Potential Home Sellers Stay Put
Image by Mudassar Iqbal from Pixabay Construction of affordable starter homes is failing to keep pace with the number of first-time house hunters. At the same time, more homeowners are resisting the siren song of selling to these potential buyers in order to move up or downsize. It's a trend called "rising tenure length." Owners are staying put....
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Posted on 08/06/2021
Regular Home Maintenance Can Reduce Costly Repairs
Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay As a homeowner, it is important to complete preventative home maintenance on a regular schedule. Home maintenance is necessary because it ensures potential problems are identified before they become costly repairs. Not every issue will be caught ahead of time, here are a few common examples of home maintenance issues that could...
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Posted on 08/01/2021
Silver Spring, MD Real Estate Market Update 8/1/2021
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Posted on 07/30/2021
Make a Sparkling Bathroom
Photo by La Belle Galerie via Pixabay When your home is on the market, you can’t always anticipate when you’ll get a call from your real estate agent that a buyer wants to see it. Trying to keep your home in perfect condition can add stress to an already complex time, but if you practice these tips, your...
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Posted on 07/23/2021
4 Ways Open Floor Plans Increase Accessibility
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels It may come as something of a surprise to prospective home buyers and contractors, but the open floor plan was popularized as far back as the 1950s. The open floor plan boom took off during the 1990s, and that’s when it evolved into a new construction norm. By its very nature, the open...
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Posted on 07/16/2021
SILVER SPRING, MD Real Estate Market Update 7/16/2021
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Posted on 07/16/2021
Gardening Tips for Growing Roses in a Warmer Climate
Photo by Silvia via Pixabay Most people associate roses with English cottage gardens and northern cities such as Portland, Oregon, which has proudly carried the nickname "The City of Roses" for over a century. It's common garden lore that roses can't successfully be grown in areas that don't receive a few months of cold temperatures, but some varieties...
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Posted on 07/09/2021
ADUs: What They Are, Why You Need One and How to Make Use of Them
Image by Manfred Antranias Zimmer from Pixabay Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, have seen an enormous rise in popularity over the last few years. Increasing demand for dedicated work spaces in the home has been a major factor, as have rising housing costs and environmental consciousness. While ADU used to be a term mostly used by professional architects,...
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Posted on 07/02/2021
Should I Turn My House into a Short-Term Rental
Photo by Arek Socha via Pixabay In a bid to afford homes in high-value areas, many homeowners turn to income from short-term rentals to cover a high mortgage payment. You can benefit from this option with some caveats: Location really matters. A lot. You might advertise your home as near the coast when it’s really 20 miles inland...
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Posted on 06/30/2021
Silver Spring, MD Real Estate Market Update 6/30/2021
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Posted on 08/09/2021
9912 Fragrant Lilies Way, Laurel, MD 20723 now has a new price of $525,000!
READY TO MOVE IN! Freshly painted and professionally cleaned throughout; brand new carpet and stainless steel appliances! Immaculate BRIGHT end unit with 3-level bump-out in sought-after Emerson community in Howard County. Beautiful brick front & brick side facades; 2 car garage; ceramic titles on the entry level with a full bathroom and laundry; hardwood floors on the main level; family room w/gas fireplace, ceiling fan, which opens to Gourmet kitchen with renovated upgraded 42” cabinets and a large pantry; Slider to deck right off the kitchen; Upstairs bedroom level has 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. Owner's bedroom comes with...
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Posted on 07/29/2021
9912 Fragrant Lilies Way, Laurel, MD 20723 is now new to the market!
Immaculate bright end unit with 3-level bump-out in sought-after Emerson community in Howard County! Beautiful brick front & brick side facades; 2 car garage; ceramic titles on the entry level with a full bathroom and laundry (with newer front loading washer and dryer); hardwood floors on the main level; family room w/gas fireplace, ceiling fan, which opens to Gourmet kitchen; Renovated kitchen featuring brand new stainless steel stove, over-the-counter microwave and refrigerator; upgraded 42” cabinets, and a large pantry; Slider to freshly painted deck right off the kitchen; Upstairs bedroom level has brand new carpet throughout, 3...
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