Simple Changes Can Make Your Home Cozy for Fall

There's a chill in the air, the sweet scent of wood smoke on the night air, and the rustle of leaves underfoot. It's time to cozy up your home for fall and winter. Making the switch can be as simple as changing a centerpiece or tossing a new pillow on the sofa.

For a quick change, try these simple ideas to move your home from summer to fall suggests Kim Hone-McMahan writing for the Akron Beacon Journal (click the post title to read the article):

• Move the furniture. A different floor plan can give a room an entirely new look. Make sure you don't block the heating vents and don't obstruct paths between rooms. Moving couches and chairs closer together to form more intimate groupings creates a cozy feeling.
• Toss in a pillow. Throw pillows in oranges, greens and rusty browns can be tossed on chairs or sofas for instant fall color. More ornate pillows featuring beading, fringe or brocade add richness and interest.
• Cover up. Drape a blanket or throw over a chair or sofa to add color and texture to a room. Go for soft and cozy with chenille or furry and toasty with plush in deep, rich colors or autumnal prints.
• Bring the season indoors. Fill a glass bowl with acorns, pine cones and fragrant greenery. Create an entry or table arrangement of small pumpkins and gourds. Add a spray of brightly colored maple leaves (silk ones won't curl and crumble and look amazingly lifelike). Grapevine wreaths add interest and can be found in all kinds of shapes suitable for walls, doors, even above-door spaces. Add decorative cabbages or colorful mums to the front porch. Use spice or apple-scented candles or bowls of potpourri to add fall scents to your home.
• Change your linens. Changing placemats, napkins, tablecloths, kitchen and guest towels or throw rugs to autumn colors or designs is a quick, easy way to move your house from summer to fall. Add a seasonal platter or bowl to your fall table. Use a handsome single item in harvest colors or design to set the tone.

With a few simple changes can set the stage for fall in your home. Fall is an excellent time to shop for a new home or put your home on the market. Crisp autumn days make house hunting a pleasant way to spend the day. Cooler weather makes buyers yearn for a cozy nest to cuddle up in while waiting out the winter. Experienced realtor John Day has the knowledge and expertise to help you sell your house this fall or help you find your dream home in time for the holidays. A top agent with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John Day is intimately familiar with the Maryland and Greater Washington DC markets. Dedicated to his clients' happiness, John will put the full weight of his experience, expertise and considerable resources to work for you. Visit John Day's website today. Read his valuable tips for buyers and sellers. Check out the latest listings in the Maryland and Washington DC areas, then contact John today to schedule your private tours. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.

Steps to a Successful Home Purchase

Buying a home is one of the best investments you'll make in your lifetime, and probably the single largest investment. With proper planning and the right realtor, buying a home can be a rewarding, stress-free, even pleasurable experience, says Jerry White in his column Real Estate Matters.

Follow these steps to insure a successful home buying experience:

• Do business with a qualified realtor who is a dedicated professional and with whom you feel comfortable. "This individual will be your eyes and ears to the market and your representative in all negotiations," White says. "More importantly, you will be spending a lot of time with your realtor so it is important your personalities are compatible."
• Don't try to "time" the market. Average home prices have increased every year and will continue to do so. Don't be flummoxed by minor fluctuations in the market. If you find your dream house, don't wait; buy it now.
• No house is perfect. A home inspector will find minor flaws in any existing home. Focus on more important matters, such as location and the condition of major systems.
• Get pre-approved for a mortgage before you start your home search. You'll spend your time looking in the right price range and any offer you make will be more favorably received by the seller.
• Everyone feels a touch of "buyer's remorse." Second guessing yourself, particularly on an investment of this magnitude, is human nature. Focus on the features that first drew you to the home and the fact that home ownership yields huge benefits over the long term.

With his affable personality and easy-going manner, you'll feel right at home working with realtor John Day. John listens to his clients and makes their happiness his number one priority. With his years of experience in the Maryland and Washington DC real estate markets, John Day is intimately familiar with the amenities and ambiance of its many communities and neighborhoods. John will listen to the features you want in a house and the kind of community you want to live in. He won't waste your time showing you homes that don't meet your criteria.

A top agent with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John Day has his pulse on the market. He has developed the resources and contacts to be among the first in the know and will help you find the perfect home in the perfect community. John will put his experience and expertise to work for you. A savvy contract writer and aggressive negotiator, he'll find your dream home and negotiate a great deal. You can rely on John Day to look out for your interests. You'll find John to be a powerful advocate and knowledgeable ally. Visit John's website today to view the latest listings, click the post title to read his invaluable Tips for Buyers, then call John and start searching for your dream house today. Whether you're buying or selling in Maryland or the Washington DC area, John Day is your key to success.

Spacious, Light & Airy, Edgewater, Maryland Townhome is Move-In Ready

Just listed and ready for immediate move-in, this beautiful townhouse in Edgewater, Maryland is in immaculate condition with fresh paint and new flooring throughout. You'll fall in love with the premium architectural details of this spacious colonial end unit at 213 Gray Fox Court in the lovely The Cove section of South River Colony.

Roomy, light and airy, this property has lots of big windows and extensions on all three levels. Gorgeous cathedral ceilings in all the upstairs rooms provide drama and increase the feeling of space. You'll love the huge dine-in country kitchen with loads of burnished wood cabinets. Three large bedrooms provide plenty of space for you and your family. There's a full bath on the fully finished lower level, a half bath on the entry level, and two full baths upstairs. Grill out and relax on your backyard deck in the privacy of your fully-fenced yard.

To take a virtual tour, click the post title for more information on this gorgeous townhome. Then contact experienced realtor John Day to schedule your private tour of this beautifully appointed townhouse. A top agent with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John has the knowledge, experience and expertise to guide you through the complex process of purchasing a home, from prequalification through closing. With years of experience in the Maryland and Greater Washington DC real estate markets, John Day is familiar with the amenities and ambiance of its many towns and neighborhoods and can help you find the perfect match for your tastes and needs. An expert contract writer and tough negotiator, you'll find John to be a valuable ally and aggressive advocate.

John Day's greatest concern is the happiness of his clients. John will not only help you purchase your dream home, but help you acclimate to your new community. Visit John Day's website today and check out the latest listings, John's valuable tips for buyers and sellers, timely mortgage information, school and community information. Whether you're buying or selling a home in Maryland or the Washington DC area, John Day is your key to success.

Appeal of Smaller Homes Is Growing

Bigger isn't always better! The rush to buy ever bigger homes is slowing down. Some buyers are even downsizing decades before retirement.

"Big houses are still the norm: The average U.S. house has more than doubled in size since 1950, and now measures 2,434 square feet. But increasing numbers of homeowners are finding that these houses aren't what they were cracked up to be,"
according to Angieslist.com (click the post title to read the article).

Unused space, high utility bills, time consuming and expensive upkeep and high tax bills all add to homeowners' disenchantment. And some "folks simply find themselves feeling a bit lost in colossal homes that look impressive from the outside but inside have all the warmth of an airplane hangar."

Hence the growing realization that less can be more. Buyers are trading colossal size for higher quality in more manageable spaces. Instead of putting their money into cavernous rooms and lots of them, they're looking for smaller homes that provide high-quality construction or design extras and luxury amenities like marble floors, granite countertops and topline appliances. Some local governments, weary of super-sized homes, have imposed square footage limits on new home construction or put the brakes on the tear-down craze that often afflicts older, established, affluent communities. It's getting harder to tear down small homes built in the 1930s to build a modern "McMansion" in the heart of small-town suburbia.

Leading the smaller house movement is Sarah Susanka, a British-born architect based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her book The Not So Big House became a bestseller, it's message resonating with homeowners: "Bigger is not necessarily better; quality trumps quantity of space; and houses should nurture and inspire rather than impress."

Whether you are enamored of quality small homes or still need large spaces for your family and all its activities, realtor John Day can help you find the perfect home. With years of real estate experience, John is intimately familiar with the towns and neighborhoods in the Maryland and Greater Washington DC area. He'll be able to maximize your shopping time by matching your needs and wants to communities and neighborhoods that meet your criteria. A top agent with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John Day has the experience, expertise and resources to help you find your dream home in the perfect community. And once you find it, you'll appreciate John's skills as a expert contract writer and tough negotiator. You can rely on and trust John Day to be your ally and advocate. Visit John's website to view the latest listings, then call John today to schedule your private tour. Whether you're buying or selling John Day is your key to success.

Save Money This Winter by Increasing Your Home's Energy Efficiency

The first chills of winter are in the air and forecasters are predicting a particularly cold winter this year. With the high price of gas and electricity, maximizing your home's energy efficiency could save you a bundle this winter. By using energy-efficient products, homeowners can save an average of $400 annually on utility bills, according to the Alliance to Save Energy.

Try these energy-saving tips from energy industry experts (click the post title to read the article):

• Add door sweeps or shoes to the bottom of doors to stop air from escaping. If you already have door sweeps, check them for tightness. Close the door over a piece of paper. You should feel a good tug when you try to pull the paper through.
• Seal gaps around loose window panes with window putty.
• Caulk leaking window and door frames.
• Install foam gaskets behind all light switches and electrical outlet covers, even on interior walls. The gaskets help seal the holes created when outlets and switches are built into homes. Use child safety plugs to keep cold air from exiting unused sockets.
• Install a programmable thermostat that has an Energy Star rating. You can set them to a cooler temperature at night or when you're not usually home during the day. They automatically adjust your temperature settings and can save you about $100 per year.
• Install a zoned temperature control system if you have a multi-level home. In a typical a two-story home, temperature difference between the first and second floors can be as great as 10 degrees. Zoned systems have multiple thermostats and dampers in the ducts to control temperatures in separate areas so that air is delivered only where you need it. You'll not only get greater comfort and convenience, but you'll save approximately 20% on your energy bill.
• Install ceiling fans. In summer they create a pleasant air flow that decreases your need for air conditioning. In winter, if you run the fan in reverse, they can save you up to 10% by forcing hot air trapped against the ceiling down into the room.

You can start saving on your energy bill today without even making a trip to the hardware store. These 3 quick fixes will save you $125 a year:

1. Replace 3 old-style lightbulbs with fluorescent twisters.
2. Set your thermostat to 68 in winter and 78 in summer.
3. Unplug 3 appliances or switch off a powerstrip full of plugs when not in use.

John Day is always looking for ways to help his clients save money and maximize their home investment. Even after the closing, you'll find John interested in seeing that you get the most out of your new home. Regular articles on his website, monthly newsletter, and blog provide helpful tips for homeowners, buyers and sellers. An experienced realtor, John Day puts his experience and expertise to use for his clients at every opportunity. Checkout his tips for buyers and sellers when you visit his website. You'll find them insightful and eminently useful. A top realtor with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John Day goes the extra mile for his clients. Contact John today and let him know what you want to do. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.

Wrap Yourself in Comfort in This Fabulous Dream House in Deale, Maryland

This is the dream house you've been waiting for! You must see this absolutely gorgeous home in beautiful Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Land, privacy, beautiful views, space, charm and loads of extras -- this classic home at 5916 Tyler Road in Deale, Maryland has it all!

Nestled on a lush, green .4-acre lot, beautiful views surround you as you sit back and relax on the fabulous wrap-around porch. Practically rebuilt from its original 1940 state, this home is loaded with extras. There are 4 spacious bedrooms and a full bath upstairs; plenty of room for family and guests. A second full bath on the main floor enables the den or sitting room to be turned into a bedroom, if desired. There's a large family room, living room and charming country kitchen with acres of gleaming cabinets. You can cozy up to the fireplace on cold winter weekends or read the paper in the sitting room, wrapped in the warmth from the toasty gas stove. The kitchen-level laundry is a real step-saver. Beautiful woodwork, built-in bookcases, ceiling fans and much, much more add charm, elegance and convenience to this fabulous home.

Two driveways provide convenient access, terminating at the huge, 2-car detached garage which has plenty of space for a dynamite workshop. This house has so much to offer, you must see it. Contact realtor John Day to schedule your private viewing. Click on the post title for more specifics and photos of this incredible home.

A top agent at prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John Day has the experience, expertise and resources to help you find your dream home or sell your home in the Maryland and Greater Washington DC areas. Visit John's website to view this fabulous home in Deale, Maryland and other great listings. Don't forget to check out John's valuable advice for both buyers and sellers, then give John a call and get the ball rolling. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.

Color Is Back! Use Color to Create Mood in Your Home

Color is back. Gone are neutral walls from eggshell to beige. Colors, both bold and soft, are at the center of the home decorating palette. "Color psychology -- the way colors affect feelings -- has been around since people began putting colors on walls, said Becky Spak, senior designer with Sherwin-Williams Co.," in an article by Paulita Kincer for The Columbus Dispatch (click the post title to read the article). Long employed by institutions and businesses to create mood, color psychology is increasingly being used to create and define the home environment.

At its most basic level, color is said to impart two moods:

• Serenity: blues and greens
• Energy: yellows and reds

However, color mixing produces an infinite number of hues allowing for the creation of warm or cool nuances in color. For instance, green evokes a sense of nature and is considered calming and relaxing. For a meditation room you might choose a cool blue-green like a deep, rich teal to draw people in and augment feelings of serenity. A warmer yellow-green olive could provide calm energy in a kitchen. Because they are bold and deep, Spak said cooler colors provide focus in a room. "They are regal. They say, 'Notice me.' They make walls that speak out, not just a backdrop." In a small room consider applying a bold color to single wall to create focus and mood without overwhelming the space.

"We're seeing a lot of mix of warm and cools together," Spak added. "It creates a nice balance." Even midtones have changed. Gone are the whites, eggshells and beiges of your parents' home. Richer, more pronounced mochas, camels and taupes are the new neutrals, with chocolates and coffees serving as their deeper counterpoints and rich creams, the highlights. "We're all fixated on coffees and chocolates," said Spak. "It's kind of a warm, comforting feel, as if the walls were going to be wrapped around us."

Selecting colors to create the mood of your home environment is part of the fun of decorating a new house. But first comes the search for that perfect home in the perfect neighborhood. That's where you'll find realtor John Day to be a valuable partner. A top realtor with prestigious Long & Foster Real Estate, John has the experience, knowledge and resources to help you find your dream home in Maryland and the Greater Washington DC area. John is familiar with the ambiance, schools and resources of the various towns and neighborhoods and can help you figure out which community is the best fit for you and your family.

John Day listens to his clients and won't waste your time on wild goose chases to homes that don't meet your criteria. John's whole focus is on his client's happiness. And when John shows you your dream home, you'll appreciate his contract savvy and tough negotiating skills. Whether you're buying or selling a home in Maryland or the Washington DC area, John Day is your key to success. Visit John's website today to check out the newest listings and learn more about his services. Then contact John Day to schedule private tours of your favorite homes and have John start searching for your new dream home. After that, settle down in your easy chair and start thinking about your color scheme.

Owner Is Dealing on Great Family Home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland

Just reduced to a steal of a price, this great family home in prestigious Upper Marlboro, Maryland is ready to move quickly. The owner has moved out and wants to deal. A beautiful brick front and lots of large windows grace this spacious colonial at 13207 Ailesbury Court in the desirable Kings Grant community. You and the kids will love the great, level backyard with plenty of play space. And even better, the yard is fenced for safety and privacy. With the backyard storage shed and a 2-car garage, there's plenty of room for lawn furniture, the mower, play equipment, and the family bikes.

With 4 bedrooms, your family will have plenty of breathing room in this wonderful home. And you'll appreciate the 3 full and 1 half baths when everyone is getting ready for school and work in the morning. There's a separate dining room for family meals and entertaining. Turn the den into your own personal haven. Gather round the fireplace for board games and hot cocoa with the kids on snowy days. Or cuddle up for a romantic evening together after you tuck them in. You can get creative with the full, partially finished basement which has a full bath: home office, family game room, kid's playroom, mother-in-law suite, carpenter's workshop, awesome train layout -- the possibilities are only limited by your imagination.

This house may need a little TLC, but this is a phenomenal opportunity to move your family into desirable Upper Marlboro, Maryland. A bargain like this doesn't come around often. You and your family could be settled in this large, spacious home, enjoying it's wonderful, huge yard well before the holidays. Don't miss this opportunity. Contact realtor John Day today to find out more about this great family home and schedule your private tour. Click the post title for more photos and details about this home, and visit John's website to preview other great listings in Maryland and the Washington DC area.

Small Design Changes Can Create Dramatic Impact

It's the little things that make a difference says interior designer Moll Anderson. In her new book, Change Your Home, Change Your Life (Cook Springs, $24.99), Anderson talks about little changes that can have a dramatic impact on your home environment. The five touchstones to creating a satisfying home environment are paint, light, fabric, music and flowers, she said in an article in the Columbus Dispatch (click the post title to read the article).

Among her tips:

• Paint is the most cost-effective design tool. Start small and increase color gradually.
• Enhance lighting with dimmer switches. Use candlelight to create more sensual lighting.
• Add fabulous fabrics to a room with a throw pillow or luxurious throw.
• Give your house a soundtrack to get yourself moving. "If you get stuck in life, music can effect a change," Anderson says.
• Fresh flowers are "a necessary luxury," she adds. Anderson also encourages the use of fruits and vegetables or other natural items like river rocks and water. "A flower arrangement doesn't have to have flowers. It just has to inspire you."

Stop putting your life on hold, Anderson encourages. Stop waiting for the kids to move out or for retirement; live your life NOW is her motto. "People get paralyzed," says Anderson. "They're so afraid of not doing things perfectly that they end up doing nothing." Designing your home is not about creating perfection; she says, "it's about finding what makes you feel good."

Experienced realtor John Day is in the "feel good" business. John is dedicated to his clients' happiness. A top agent at prestigious Long & Foster Realtors, John has the knowledge, contacts, resources and expertise to sell your home or help you find your dream home. John is familiar with the character and ambiance of the many towns and neighborhoods in the Greater Washington DC and Maryland areas. He can help you find the perfect home in just the right neighborhood for you and your family. And you'll appreciate his contract savvy and tough negotiation skills when it's time to close the deal. Buying or selling a home is a major life decision. In John Day you'll find an ally and an advocate you can trust. Visit John's website today to view the latest listings and learn more about John's extensive services for both buyers and sellers. Then contact John and he'll get the ball rolling. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.

Enjoy Spectacular River Views from Charming Waterfront Home in Cape St. Johns, Maryland

Peaceful life on the water awaits in this charming waterfront home in the popular community of Cape St. Johns. Featuring some of the most spectacular views on the river, this home at 3015 E. Friends Road in Annapolis, Maryland boasts frontage on both the South River and the protected water of Boyds Cove. You can store your boat on your own private pier in the protected cove, with drafts deep enough for sail and motor boats.

Get some of the best views of the river, east toward Chesapeake Bay, from this charming home in the private enclave of Cape St. John. The river is close to your door with beautiful views of the river and the farther bay from the house. Enjoy some early morning fishing while you watch the sun rise over Annapolis from the privacy of your front yard or pier. Watch the boats meander down the river while you sip drinks under the trees in the late afternoon. This home provides an idyllic escape from the bustle of the city and pressure of the workplace. Enjoy the peace of life on the water.

The charming ranch home has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plenty of space for the family and guests. On cold evenings you can cuddle up in front of the fireplace and watch the river traffic through your windows. And on hot summer nights, central A/C provides refreshing relief after an enjoyable day on the water. You'll find plenty of easily accessible storage in the unfinished basement with outside entrance.

To get the full effect of this magnificent waterfront property, contact realtor John Day to schedule a private viewing. Click the post title for more details and additional photos. John Day is a top realtor with prestigious Long & Foster Realtors. John has the expertise, experience and resources to help you buy or sell your home in Maryland. Visit John Day's website today for more information on this spectacular waterfront property in Annapolis, Maryland and take a look at other new listings. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.

Secluded Harwood, Maryland Farm Surrounded by Breathtaking Views

If wide open spaces call to you, you'll fall in love with this beautiful 200-acre farm located in the heart of Southern Maryland. Secluded in the midst of open fields surrounded by rolling, tree-covered hills, every view from the traditional farmstead is breathtaking. Located at 255 Polling House Road in scenic Harwood, Maryland, this lovely farm has approximately 125 tillable acres and is in an agricultural easement.

The traditional colonial farmhouse is nestled in the center of the farm with spectacular views of the farm and surrounding forested hills. The house has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a country kitchen and a cellar. There are barns and a huge equipment shed on the property. The house does need a little renovation, but this is a magnificent opportunity for the right person.

One look and you'll fall in love with this beautiful farm. Click the post title to see more spectacular views of this gorgeous property in scenic Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Contact realtor John Day to schedule a private tour of the farm. Please note that the owner has requested that all visitors be accompanied by the listing agent.

You can trust realtor John Day to be straight with you. A top agent with Long & Foster Realtors, John has the experience and expertise to help you find the perfect home in the perfect setting. And John has the tough negotiating skills to get that home for you at the best possible price. Visit John's website today to check out the newest listings and find out more about what John Day can do for you. Whether you're buying or selling in Maryland or the Washington DC area, John Day is your key to success.

Selling Your Home? You Need the John Day Advantage.

You've heard it on the news. It's a buyer's market. So if you're selling your home, what can you do to make sure your home doesn't languish on the market? You need the John Day advantage. A top seller with prestigious Long & Foster, realtor John Day is a selling machine. John's record speaks for itself: John is in the top 5% of 12,000 real estate agents in the greater Washington DC region, top agent of more than 120 agents in his Long & Foster Realtors office, and one of their top 15 selling agents in the Southern Maryland region. In 2004 alone, John had more than $13.7 million in real estate sales. If you're selling a home in Maryland or the Washington DC area, you definitely want John Day by your side.

With his easy, friendly manner, you'll find John Day easy to talk to, and John listens. John has the knowledge of the area, professional contacts and experience to make sure your house is noticed and shown. An aggressive marketer, tough negotiator and expert contract writer, John will make sure your home sells quickly and for top dollar. John puts the full weight of his years of real estate experience to work for you in preparing an action plan that includes maximizing your home's curb appeal and creating a "model effect" that will make buyers want your home. Among his clients and peers, John has a reputation for being attentive and responsive to his clients and honest and professional under all circumstances. (Find out more about John and read testimonials from his clients on his website.)

John Day's edge is the savvy and aggressive marketing plan he has developed to sell homes. Using cutting-edge technology and the vast power of the web, John is able to reach more potential buyers than other agents. John's reach to buyers goes beyond the MLS with his unique Homes Buy Day Home Search tool, Home Buying Blog and RSS feeds. The web is where it's at today and John has developed a tech-savvy approach to make full use of this far-reaching tool that will maximize your home's exposure and potential sales opportunities. (View John's master marketing plan for selling your house on his website.)

If you're selling a home in Maryland or the Washington DC area, John Day is your key to success. Visit John's website today to learn more about what John will do to sell your house quickly and at top dollar, then contact John and list your house today with John Day.

Taking It With You? Better Put It in the Contract.

"When you sell or buy a home, you need to think ahead about what you are actually selling along with the property and the house," says realtor John Day in the October issue of his informative Homes Buy Day newsletter. You don't want to wind up arguing with the buyer or seller about what goes and what stays. In real estate, petty disagreements have a way of spreading to other, more important issues and can even jeopardize the sale, John warns.

The general rule of thumb is: If it's attached to the structure or the ground, it is real property, not personal property, and stays with the house, John explains. This means curtain rods and drapes, which are attached to the wall, are real property and stay with the house. This also applies to chandeliers, wall sconces, gas fireplace logs, even the basketball hoop screwed into the side of the garage.

So what do you do if you want to take one of these items with you, maybe the bedroom curtains that match your linens? You specify it in the contract, says John. From his years of experience in real estate, John Day has learned, "Don't assume anything . . . because buyers and sellers can argue about the silliest things." His advice is to go through your house room by room with your realtor and put in the contract everything that you want to take with you. Another thing you can do is remove the items you want to take with you -- like the expensive brass chandelier in the foyer that you love -- and replace them with less expensive but tasteful substitutes before you even put the house on the market. That way, when your house goes on the market, what the buyer sees is what he gets, avoiding any problems before they can develop.

A top realtor at prestigious Long & Foster Real Estate, John Day knows how to write a contract that doesn't leave anything to chance. You can depend on John's extensive experience and knowledge to guide you through the complicated process or buying or selling a home in Maryland and the Washington DC area. You'll want to read John's informative monthly newsletter (just click the post title) for more tips, news on what's happening in the housing market, his Ask the Realtor Q & A, even local movie reviews. Visit John's website to check out the latest listings in Maryland and the Washington DC area, then contact John Day to schedule your private house tours. Whether you're buying or selling, John Day is your key to success.