John Day Can Sell Your Maryland Home in 30 Days or Less

Maryland realtor John Day just sold a property in Upper Marlboro, Maryland in less than 30 days because it was staged properly. Preparing (or staging) your home to sell is the most important thing you can do to insure a quick sale. In today's market, "you want your house to show better than the hundreds of others on the market," says John Day, a top seller with prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. John offers these tips gleaned from numerous years of experience in the real estate industry.

Before you put your house on the market, look at it through the buyer's eye, says John Day. Have your most critical friend walk through your yard and house with you to point out flaws or problems you might not see. Then start outside and work your way in, paying particular attention to the following:

Outside

• In the yard, remove dead plants, branches, shrubs and clutter.
• Edge the sidewalks and driveway so there's a sharp, clean edge along the lawn.
• Add fresh mulch and flowers to the garden beds.
• Remove grass from pavements and driveway.
• Fresh sealant on the driveway makes your home look fresh and sharp.
• Power wash or paint the siding.
• Remove cobwebs, bees' nests, etc.
• Wash all windows and don't forget the storm doors.

Inside

• Declutter. You're not selling old clothes or family photos; you're selling real estate, reminds John. Box up and put the clutter in storage or a friend's garage, but get it out of the house.
• Walls and ceilings should be freshly painted in a neutral color.
• Carpets and floors should be clean and hardwood floors refinished or buffed if badly scratched. Worn or stained carpet will make the whole house appear uncared for so replace it, John recommends.
• Make sure all light bulbs are working and clean all light fixtures.
• Replace the furnace filter.
• Make sure all systems are working (electrical, plumbing, heating/cooling, etc.)

Putting money into your home before the sale will make it stand out in the market, says John Day. In a buyers' market, the freshest, cleanest, most cared for homes appeal most to buyers and sell first. You'll recoup your investment when your home sells in 30 days or less.

For more tips on staging your home to sell quickly, call John Day toll free at 888-559-9686 and select option 2 for an informative 4 minute message packed with tips. You can also sign up to receive the free DVD Preparing Your Home for the Buyer's Eye, offered exclusively by John Day. John also recommends the book 50 Simple Steps You Can Take to Sell Your Home Faster and For More Money in Any Market by Glink. John Day's unique Homes Buy Day website has a special section devoted to seller tips; just click the post title for information on getting your home ready to sell, pricing, contracts, and John Day's action plan for selling your home in 30 days or less.

"If your house is properly staged, you can sell your home in a reasonable amount of time and at a fair price," John Day says.

If you want to sell your Maryland home in 30 days or less, contact John Day today tollfree at 888-559-9686 or on his Homes Buy Day website.

5 More Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Realtor

Here are 5 more important questions to ask when interviewing a realtor. (Click the post title to read Elizabeth Weintraub's article on About.com.)

1. May I review documents beforehand that I will be asked to sign?
   A savvy and experienced professional realtor, John Day will make sure the closing goes smoothly. He'll make certain you can preview documents and that you understand each one. An expert contract negotiator and writer, he'll make sure every "i" is dotted and "t" is crossed to protect both you and your investment.
2. How will you help me find other professionals?
   With numerous years of experience in Maryland real estate, John Day has developed an impressive list of professional contacts. He works only with the best and can steer you to home inspectors, title companies, mortgage brokers, etc. who provide the highest quality services.
3. How much do you charge?
   John Day's fees are comparable to other agents in the Maryland area; however, with John you get much more for your dollar. Listing or buying with John Day gains you distinct advantages: his many contacts honed from many years in Maryland real estate, his intimate knowledge of each neighborhood to find the right fit for you, the extensive Homes Buy Day network he has personally developed to provide maximum exposure and information, and most importantly his personal dedication to and rapport with his clients.
4. What kind of guarantee do you offer?
   John Day's integrity as a licensed professional realtor is well known. John holds himself to the highest standards of professionalism in his service to his clients. He is dedicated to ensuring the satisfaction of his clients.
5. What haven't I asked you that I need to know?
   With his years of experience in Maryland real estate, John will make certain all your questions are answered, even the ones you don't know enough to ask. You'll feel comfortable and secure placing your trust in John Day. John is easy to talk to and knows just what questions to ask to find out how to better serve you. John becomes your ally and friend during the home buying/home selling process and maintains a friendship with many clients long after the sale.

If you are buying or selling a home in Maryland, hiring John Day is the smartest move you can make. If you're buying, John has the experience and knowledge to help you find your dream home in the perfect neighborhood. If you're selling, John has the contacts and resources to position your home to sell quickly in today's tight market. Visit the Homes Buy Day website to find out more about John and his services or to check local listings. Contact John Day today; it's the first best step you'll make in buying or selling your home.

5 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Realtor

Before deciding whom to hire, smart consumers interview potential real estate agents. To assure a good fit, you should ask the following questions, says home expert Elizabeth Weintraub on About.com (click the post title to read the article).

1. How long have you been in business?
   The standard joke is there's nothing wrong with a new agent that a little experience won't fix. John Day has been buying and selling homes in Maryland for many years and is a top seller with prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. He mentors and trains new agents, sharing his years of experience and expertise.
2. What is your average list-price-to-sales-price ratio?
   A member of the Founders Club, John Day is among the top 5% of Long and Foster's 12,000 agents. He is one of the top 15 selling agents in Southern Maryland and the top selling agent in his office of 120 realtors. John has the savvy and expertise to price your home to sell quickly in the market at top dollar. When representing buyers, he has the negotiating skills to maximize your capital and buy your new home at the best possible price.
3. What is your best marketing plan or strategy for my needs?
   Backed by the powerful resources of Long and Foster, John Day has developed a multimedia approach using direct mail, newspaper advertising, and the power of the web to saturate the market. John will stage of virtual tour of your home for posting on his website to reach thousands of potential buyers. If you are buying a home, John has several multiple listing services at his disposal beyond the standard MLS. With 30 years of contacts in the business, John knows what's coming on the market first.
4. Will you please provide references?
   John Day is one of the most respected realtors in Maryland and develops a relationship with his clients that goes well beyond the purchase or sale of their home. He has developed the Homes Buy Day website and newsletter to provide his clients with valuable information about the area, including schools, recreation, shopping, leisure activities, even movies.
5. What are the top 3 things that separate you from your competition?
   A friend and partner in the home buying/home selling process, John is honest and trustworthy. He will tell you straight what your home can bring in today's market. John has resources and contacts developed over numerous years in the business that are unavailable to most realtors. Friendly and easy to talk to, John is an aggressive negotiator and expert contract writer. You'll enjoy working with John and he'll make certain every "i" is dotted and "t" is crossed.

John Day has the experience, savvy and expertise to buy or sell your home in Maryland. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your best choice for a realtor. Contact John to buy your dream home or sell your home today.

Full-Service Real Estate Agent John Day Will Sell Your Home Quickly

The market has cooled. Inventory is up and sales are down; it's a buyer's market. You need a full-service real estate agent like John Day to make sure your home sells quickly and at the best possible price.

Lately, there has been a lot of internet hype about "discount" real estate agents and "cash back to buyer" programs, but flat-fee and discount agents have been lingering in the shadows of real estate for some time, preying off the unwary and uninformed seller. Often the initial low-cost pitch is followed up with increasingly costly add-on services as your home sits moldering on the market.

Ordering a la carte at a restaurant is always more expensive than ordering the full meal where everything is included, even the dessert. It's the same in real estate. You might think you'd save money by contracting from a discount agent for only the specific services you think you'll need, but therein lies the problem. Selling a house, particularly in a tight market, is a complicated procedure. Each specific step -- advertising, MLS, web exposure, staging your home, open houses, contract negotiation and writing, title search, mortgage, etc. -- requires expert knowledge and resources.

A discounter might start by selling you Multiple Listing Service but that won't include the contacts and experience necessary to turn that listing into potential buyers and a sale. As each specific item you purchase fails to result in a sale, the discounter sells you more services. Before you know it, you've purchased several times over the all-inclusive services you could have started with if you had hired a full-service realtor like John Day -- and lost precious time in the bargain.

John Day is a full-service. licensed realtor with many years of savvy experience with a broad experience and expertise in real estate sales, management, and sales training experience. Backed by the powerful resources of prestigious Long and Foster Realtors where John is a top seller, John Day has harnessed the power of the internet to give your home maximum exposure and insure a quick sale. John Day has the contacts and expertise needed to sell your home in a tight market. Contact John today and sell your home tomorrow.

Put Down Roots in Beautiful Dunkirk, Maryland

If you are moving into the greater Washington DC area, charming Dunkirk, Maryland in scenic Calvert County is the perfect place to put down roots says realtor John Day. One of the fastest growing counties in Maryland, small Calvert County retains its rural character and agrarian roots, offering good schools, a clean environment, and an excellent quality of life. (Click our post title for detailed information about Calvert County, Maryland.) John Day has been selling and buying homes in Calvert County for many years and has an intimate knowledge of Dunkirk and all of the communities in the county.

Calvert County is on a peninsula bounded on the east by steep cliffs and woods along Chesapeake Bay, gradually giving way to rolling fields that slip gently down to the Patuxent River on the west. Calvert County's many creeks provide refuge for wildlife and scenic areas for boating and fishing. Charming Dunkirk, Maryland is located in the northern part of the county in some of the most beautiful countryside in Maryland. An easy commute from Washington DC, John Day says you'll feel the workday stress slipping away as you enter scenic Calvert County.

Dunkirk, Maryland is a small, friendly town in the northern part of Calvert County. John Day knows every neighborhood in Dunkirk and can help you find the perfect home in this family-oriented community of predominately single-family homes. On his innovative Homes Buy Day website, John Day has developed a community search feature that provides important information about Dunkirk and every community in Calvert County.

No one knows Calvert County better than John Day, a top-selling realtor with prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. Contact John Day now to start the search for your dream home in beautiful Dunkirk, Maryland.

John Day Can Sell Your Dunkirk Home Quickly

If your home in Dunkirk, Maryland isn't selling quickly enough, you need to contact John Day. A top-selling realtor with prestigious Long and Foster Realtors, John has numerous years of experience selling homes in Dunkirk.

Using the innovative Homes Buy Day network he developed, John has harnessed the power of the internet to reach millions of potential buyers. John Day makes full use of Long and Foster's powerful multi-listing services and private networks to sell homes in Dunkirk, Maryland. But John's Homes Buy Day network gives sellers a special edge on the market. John Day publishes a thoughtful and informative monthly newsletter to inform sellers and buyers of home buying and selling tips and trends, loan information, and community information about schools, shopping, recreational facilities, etc. Read this month's Homes Buy Day newsletter for John's informative article on what you can do if your home isn't selling fast enough.

On his Homes Buy Day website, John Day will develop a personal page devoted to selling your home. John will spotlight your home with a virtual video tour or digital photos of your house and it's best features. On his website, John Day provides special tips for home sellers gleaned from his many years of experience as a realtor. John will stage your house for quick sale and provide savvy advice on how to sell your home quickly. You'll find John Day's expertise invaluable in negotiating the sale and writing the sales contract.

John Day goes the extra mile for his clients. John will make sure your home sale goes smoothly and quickly, and earns you maximum value. If you're selling a home in Dunkirk, Maryland, John Day is a powerful ally with resources and contacts unavailable to other agents. Contact John today to sell your Dunkirk home.

Dunkirk, Maryland Homes Have Phenomenal Appreciation Rate

The home appreciation rate in Dunkirk, Maryland is a whopping 23% compared to a national average of only 5.99%! You'll get more for your home investment dollar in Dunkirk, Maryland than in other communities in the greater Washington DC area says John Day, a top-selling realtor with prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. To find out more about home appreciation, mortgage rates, and other real estate trends that influence home sales, click the post title to read John Day's informative Homes Buy Day newsletter.

Located a comfortable commute from Washington DC in beautiful Calvert County, Maryland, Dunkirk is a charming community of predominately single-family homes. With an appreciation rate of 23%, purchasing a home in Dunkirk, Maryland is a sound investment that will continue to grow over the years.

With more than 30 years experience selling and buying real estate in Maryland, John Day knows which Dunkirk, Maryland neighborhoods will maximize your real estate investment. A savvy and knowledgeable realtor, John Day will use his expertise to look after your financial interests. But John knows from his many years of experience guiding buyers and sellers through the intricacies of home purchase or sale, that you need much more than financial guidance in searching for your dream home in Dunkirk, Maryland.

John Day has an intimate knowledge of every neighborhood in Calvert County, Maryland. John gets to know you so he can match your needs and interests -- excellent schools, parks, recreational facilities, shopping areas, restaurants -- to the perfect location in Dunkirk, Maryland. John Day pays attention to the features you desire in a home -- gourmet kitchen, luxurious bath suite, spacious rooms, beautifully landscaped yard -- and will work hard to find your dream home in Dunkirk, Maryland.

When you buy or sell with John Day, you get so much more than a financial adviser. A highly experienced and savvy real estate professional, John Day becomes a trusted friend and ally dedicated to finding the perfect home just for you in lovely Calvert County. Visit John Day's website today and start the search for your dream home in Dunkirk, Maryland.

Homes for All Generations in Dunkirk, Maryland

Looking for a home in scenic Dunkirk, Maryland? John Day knows the Dunkirk area and the special features and ambiance of each neighborhood. John Day can help you find the perfect match, both in the type and quality of neighborhood you desire and in the specific features you want in a home.

The features most desired by home buyers depend on the age of the buyer, says Less Stratton in an article in the Columbus Dispatch. Each generation has different needs that determine the features favored by members of that generation, according to Laura O'Neil, home design editor for Better Homes and Gardens.

• Baby Boomers (42 to 60) want smaller, single-floor homes packed with amenities as they near retirement and empty the nest. Easy maintenance and space to entertain -- both indoors and out -- top their list of priorities.
  
• Gen X (28 to 41) desire large, family-friendly spaces such as kitchens with two workstations. Built-in storage and lots of places to stow family gear are important.
  
• Gen Y (27 and younger) want to put their apartment days behind them. They want a first home (even if it's a townhouse or condo) with unique features decorated with the latest colors.

No matter which generation you call yours, John Day will find the home you desire with the amenities you crave in Dunkirk, Maryland. With numerous years of experience in the Dunkirk real estate market, John Day has an intimate knowledge of each neighborhood and can help you find the home that fits your needs and desires. A licensed professional realtor, John Day is a top seller at prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. John Day makes savvy use of the internet to help you preview listings and guide you in the home buying process.

Visit John Day's website today to learn more about beautiful Dunkirk, Maryland in scenic Calvert County, an easy commute from Washington DC. Contact John Day today. You can rely on John to find the perfect home for you whether you're just starting out or are looking toward retirement.

Call John Day to Buy or Sell a House in Dunkirk, Maryland

John Day is your real estate expert in the Dunkirk, Maryland area. With more than 30 years of experience buying and selling homes in the Dunkirk, Maryland area, John is intimately familiar with each neighborhood and its schools, amenities, shopping, and recreational opportunities. John Day can help you find the neighborhood that is the best fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle.

Dunkirk, Maryland is located southwest of Washington DC in scenic Calvert County. A comfortable commute from Washington DC, Dunkirk (population 7,500) is a small, family-oriented community of predominantly single-family homes. Dunkirk's schools have an excellent 20:1 student/teacher ratio and are dedicated to providing high-quality education to each student. With a 23% home appreciation rate, a move to Dunkirk, Maryland is an excellent financial investment for you and your family.

John Day is a licensed realtor and top performer at prestigious Long and Foster Realtors. John Day is your real estate expert in the Dunkirk area. Contact John today (just click the post title) to find out more about the charming community of Dunkirk, Maryland and to view the latest listings.

John Day Top Real Estate Agent in Upper Marlboro, Maryland

In today's highly competitive Maryland real estate market, you want only the best working for you. You want John Day in your corner, whether you're buying or selling a home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

In an office of 120 real estate agents, John Day is the top Long and Foster agent serving the Upper Marlboro area. A member of Long and Foster's elite Founders Club, John's sales performance places him in the top 5% of the prestigious firm's 12,000 agents. A member of the National Association of Realtors and a Certified Residential Specialist, John Day has over 30 years of professional experience buying and selling homes in the Upper Marlboro, Maryland area. A highly respected member of the Maryland real estate community, John Day is often called on to share his expertise by training other agents.

To learn more about John Day's unique qualifications, click our post title. John Day is the realtor you want by your side when you're buying or selling a home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Work with the very best; contact John Day today at http://www.homes-database.com/about/contact.php to find out what he can do for you.

John Day Sells Homes in Upper Marlboro, Maryland

The Maryland housing market has slowed down recently. Choosing the right real estate agent can make all the difference between a quick sale and a house that languishes on the market for months. The top agent at prestigious Long and Foster, John Day is a professional realtor with numerous years experience in the Upper Marlboro, Maryland real estate market. John knows the people, the neighborhoods, and Upper Marlboro market. With his friendly, easy-going style, John is a pleasure to work with and dedicated to his clients. An expert negotiator, he's all business when it comes to contract and mortgage details.

If you're selling your Upper Marlboro, Maryland home, John Day is a powerful ally. He will stage your house to showcase its best features and maximize its curb appeal. With his long experience in the area, professional contacts, and the unique Homes Buy Day network he has developed, John Day can maximize your exposure in the Upper Marlboro market with a virtual tour or digital photos of your home on his website. John makes full use of the MLS, newspapers, and the internet, creating an individualized web page to bring your Upper Marlboro home to the attention of millions of potential buyers across the country.

If you're buying a home, John Day will find you the right home in the right Upper Marlboro neighborhood at the right price for you. John feels it's important not just to find a house that meets all your needs, but to find a community that's a good fit for your priorities and activities.

Click our post title to learn more about John Day and his experience in the Upper Marlboro, Maryland real estate market. John Day goes the extra mile for his clients. Put him to work buying or selling your Upper Marlboro home today!

John Day Can Sell Your Home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland

If you are selling your home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, you need to talk to John Day today. With 30 years of experience in Maryland real estate, John Day has the knowledge of the area, professional expertise, and personal contacts to make sure you get top dollar for your home and that it sells quickly.

A professional realtor, John Day is a member of the National Association of Realtors and a Certified Residential Specialist. Recognized as a top performer at Long and Foster, Maryland's largest and most respected real estate firm, John ranks in the top 5% in Maryland home sales. John Day is your key to a successful sale.

John Day has the powerful resources of Long and Foster at his fingertips and makes full use of MLS listings and newspaper ads. But listing with John gives a seller a distinct advantage over the competition. Savvy, with long experience in the Upper Marlboro, Maryland market, John Day has created the unique Homes Buy Day network to give your home maximum exposure and placement in front of millions of potential buyers. He will create a personal page on the Homes Buy Day website to showcase your Upper Marlboro home, including a virtual tour or digital photographs. Through his website, newsletter and blog, John Day has the ability to bring your home to the attention of buyers in Maryland and across the country.

Visit our website today (just click the post title) to see what John Day can do to sell your home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. If you want top dollar and a quick sale, contact John Day today.

Why Buy a Home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland from John Day?

Upper Marlboro, Maryland is a prestigious community of 37,000 located southeast of Washington, D.C., just off the beltway in Prince George's County. It is a community of predominately single-family homes with a median home cost of $390,500 and an average family income of $79,727. With home appreciation averaging 23%, buying a home in Upper Marlboro using John Day is a sound investment.

Summer highs average a comfortable 86 and winter lows a bearable 22, though below freezing temperatures never last long. With an average 202 beautiful sunny days you'll have plenty of opportunity to visit local parks and nearby attractions located close to Upper Marlboro.

Excellent schools are important to the families of Upper Marlboro, Maryland and these local schools boast a low student/teacher ratio of 21:1. Expenditure per student, a good measure of school quality, is higher than average at $6,746.

A low crime rate and a police force dedicated to keeping Upper Marlboro, Maryland a safe community insure that your home investment will be well protected.

Upper Marlboro offers many advantages to the discerning buyer. With 30 years of experience in the Maryland real estate market, I am intimately familiar with every neighborhood in Upper Marlboro. I can help you find just the right home to meet your preferences and needs. Click the post title to visit my website and preview our stunning offerings in Upper Marlboro and nearby areas.

When you are ready to buy or sell a home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, see me, John Day, first! I'll treat you right.