Our Newsletters are broken down into subject categories.  You can look at all of the newsletters on a specific topic:

Buying a Home — Financial Literacy — Home Improvement

Lawn and Garden Care — Personal Development

Real Estate Market — Selling Your Home — Technology

Every month we send out a newsletter to our best clients, friends and customers.  Each one of the newsletters provides information about a different, carefully chosen topic.  We believe that they are always relevant and contain valuable information that can be used by everyone.

The year 2020 was filled with twists and turns that no one could have predicted.  It wasn’t always easy, but now we have entered into 2021.  It’s time to shift our focus toward a brighter future.

The economic uncertainty of 2020 had many people concerned.  We are here to bring some peace-of-mind for 2021 when it comes to the housing market.  The information here provides a well-rounded snapshot of the 2021 real estate market.  It also notes a few trends to watch as the year unfolds.  We are also including a short quiz.  It will help you figure out if now is the right time for your family to make a move.  This will be especially valuable if your needs have changed since last year.

Some people aren’t able to move due to the economic trouble and housing market in 2021.  In order to help them, too, we are providing tips on how you can Maximize your space at home.  If you need to have work done on your home, we can help you with that, too.  Whether you need some simple repairs or a renovation, our licensed contractors can make it happen.  You can benefit from our Homeowner Concierge Service program.

We hope this information provides you with clarity on the market.  We want to help you to better prepare for 2021.  Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions about the latest trends!  Remember that real estate is still local.  We’re happy to shed some light on how our area’s market is looking this year.

There are so many moving parts when buying or selling a home.  For some people, just thinking about diving into the market can cause stress.  Unless you’re actually involved in the day-to-day process, the lingo and the rules of the game can be confusing.  That’s where we come in!  Our mission is to guide you through the real estate process every step of the way.  It doesn’t matter whether you’re buying, selling or just entertaining the idea.  We are sharing Five Tips Sellers Should Know about their roles in a transaction.

If you’re not making a move now, you can keep this information handy for when you’re ready!  You don’t need to start the real estate process alone.  Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions about the market.  Also, if you know someone who may benefit from this information, feel free to pass it on to them along with our contact information.  Together, we can demystify the market and get you into your dream home.

In a world where you can buy or sell a home with the click of a button, the work of a real estate agent becomes even more critical. Sure, you may be able to perform an actual sale on the web.  The Not-So-Hidden Talents of Your Real Estate Pro, the extra perks an agent provides, simply can’t be replaced by the internet.  If you’ve ever worked with a real estate pro before, you know that this process is much more than just a clickable transaction.

To show you what we mean, we are sharing a few of the things that we do to help our clients with the process.  These are some skills, benefits and knowledge we provide in addition to assisting you with buying or selling or renting your home. You’ll also find a few numbers speaking to the high-quality work real estate agents provide for their clients. It is our hope you grasp a completely new perspective on what a great real estate professional can do for you. 

If you’ve ever worked with a real estate pro before, you know that this process is much more than just a clickable transaction.  If you are going to sell your home, you need good information provided by a licensed agent.  You don’t need on-line “guesses” about the value of your home. 

We are sharing with you the truth about I-Buyers.  These are mostly on-line companies that allow you to request an offer for your home, sight unseen.  If you accept, the company will purchase your home, list it and sell it so someone else.  Typically, the offer they make to you is lower than what you would get in a fair market sale with a licensed real estate agent.

UPDATE PENDING — The U.S. Housing Market Outlook … The National Market As We Begin 2019 — Although it’s impossible to predict the future, current trends and statistics create a picture of the market’s health.  This information covers the entire United States as a whole.  Obviously, each State and even every County or City or Neighborhood could be different due to the local dynamics.  If you want to find out exactly what’s going on in your neighborhood, be sure to Contact Us so that we can provide you with a FREE market analysis for your home or specific information about your neighborhood.  We have our fingers on the pulse of our real estate market!

Contact Me for All of Your Real Estate Needs! — Whether you have questions about our local real estate market, are thinking of buying or selling or would like a referral to a service or trades professional in our area, we can help.  Through our Nationwide Agent Referral Network, we can connect you with qualified and well-trained real estate agents all over the County and Canada.  We also have contacts in most service and trades who can help you with anything you need.  Contact Us so that we can arrange a referral for you, for your family or for your friends.

UPDATE PENDING — Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal — If you are thinking of selling your home this year, we would be very happy to help you decide which of the projects in this month’s information would net the best value based on our experience.  We have some great contractors who work with us and they will be glad to discuss all of your options.  Feel free to Contact Us to discuss your plans … we’ll be glad to help!

Planning to Sell?  Think Like a Buyer — Although the majority of homebuyers initially search on-line for the right home to purchase, more than 63 percent will walk through the home and nearly half will drive by it to get a view of the exterior.  Photographs are great for first impressions,but driving by the property provides a different perspective that allows buyers to get an idea of the home’s current status.  We’re providing some ideas of how you can “think like a buyer” when you assess the condition of your home.  Don’t hesitate to Contact Us if you have questions about the real estate market or the process of buying, selling, or renting a home.  Our highly-trained agents can answer all of your questions.

UPDATE PENDING — Five Reasons to Give Me a Call Today! — Did you know that we can do more than help you buy or sell a home?  In fact, we offer a variety of services to all of our great clients, regardless of whether we’re currently working with them on a home purchase or sale.  Whether you need advice on making repairs to your home or on finding a reliable business to help you with whatever you need, Contact Us so that we can connect you with someone in our business network.

UPDATE PENDING — Home Selling 101 — Selling a home may be a stressful experience, especially for first-time sellers.  One of the best ways to ease anxiety and reduce stress is to know what to expect.  We outline the process for you here.  If you are considering listing your home for sale, Contact Us so that we can walk you through the process.  This is also valuable information if you plan to list your home for rent.

Boost Your Home’s Online Appeal — One of the first steps buyers take when they begin their home search is to look online at properties for sale or for rent.  In fact, more than 50% of buyers (and tenants) found the home they ultimately purchased in an online search.  We’re providing you with five keys to great listing photos.

UPDATE PENDING — Make Moving Easier — Spring and summer are busy times in teh real estate market.  Although many people look forward to having a fresh start in a new place, they may be anxious about the moving process itself.  We are providing you with information and tips to help make it easier.  If you are thinking about selling your current home, buying a home or renting a home, don’t try to do it yourself, Contact Us and we will help you get the process started and be with you every step of the way!

How to Hire a Moving Company — Reduce the stress of the moving process by hiring a reliable moving company to transport your belongings to your new home.  We are providing you with some tips for hiring a reputable company that fits your budget.  If you have had a GREAT experience with a moving company, Contact Us and to tell us about them so we can add them to our business directory.

UPDATE PENDING — Seven Features That May Sell Your Home Faster — If you are thinking about putting your home on the market this spring, then this information will help you to get started with the process.  It outlines seven features that make a home more attractive to potential buyers, including energy-efficient windows and appliances and hardwood floors.  Contact Us so that we can discuss the process of listing your home for sale so that you can get the highest value possible.

UPDATE PENDING — Nine Reasons You Need an Agent to Help You with the Real Estate Process — It doesn’t matter if you are buying or selling your first home or if you’ve bought and sold a few during your lifetime.  The one thing that you need for any real estate transaction is a well-trained, licensed real estate agent like us at DMS Properties, LLC … Residential Real Estate Services.  Contact Us so that we can help you with whatever real estate transaction you are considering … and remember that we’re never to busy to help your family, friends and co-workers, too!

Five Tips for Navigating the Real Estate Transaction — For many buyers and sellers, especially first-timers, the real estate process can be overwhelming.  This report is designed to help ease your mind about the process and offers five tips to prepare to list your home for sale or buy a new one.  If you need specific information about our market in Maryland or your specific neighborhood, Contact Us and we’ll help you begin the research.

UPDATE PENDING — Advice for Today’s Home Seller — Selling a home is an emotional process for many sellers, especially first-time sellers and those who have lived in their homes for a long time.  People sell homes for many reasons, but whatever your reason it, we’re providing you with information to help you handle it.  Be sure to Contact Us so that we can discuss your home buying options and provide you with additional information and support.

Stage Your Home to Sell — If you want your home to sell faster, then you may want to consider Staging it.  We’re providing tips that you can apply throughout the house and in each room.  When you’re thinking about selling, Contact Us so that we can discuss your home and help you get it ready for listing.

UPDATE PENDING — Ten Reasons You Need a Real Estate Pro to Sell Your Home — Whether you have lived in your home for many decades or less than five years, one thing is certain — you need an experienced real estate professional in your corner to help you through the process.  Some sellers may initially try to sell their home themselves, but soon realize that they need help.  Contact Us so that we can discuss your options and make sure the process goes smoothly.

Five Tips to Get Your Home Ready to Show — Although the majority of buyers will see your home on-line before they see it in person, the time to prepare your home for showings is before you list it.  Here are some tips to get you started.  Be sure to Contact Us so that we can discuss your options and provide you with additional information and support.

UPDATE PENDING — Why You Need a Trusted Real Estate Professional in Your Corner — If you are in the market to buy or sell your home … or even if you are renting a home, it’s important to have an advocate in your corner to help you navigate through the real estate process.  We’re providing you with a list of just a few things we can offer when you are thinking of getting into the real estate market.  We’re always here to help you in any way that we can.

Improve Your Home Search Using These Three Free Apps — According to a recent study by Google, more buyers are using their mobile device during the home search than ever before.  In fact, millennials are twice as likely to look for real estate information on their mobile devices than other generations.  We’re providing you with 3 free Apps that can help you find the home of your dreams.  You still need to call us, though, to help you with the purchase!

UPDATE PENDING — Staging Your Home for Great Listing Photos — Because the majority of home buyers and potential tenants start their home searches on-line, photos have become one of the most important components of a listing.  If the photos don’t pique a buyers’ or tenants’ interest right away, they’re likely to scroll right past it. Here are some staging tips to make your home stand out!

UPDATE PENDING — The Home Seller’s To-Do List — When you are selling your home, there are a million things to do.  We are providing you with a checklist of the basic tasks to complete once you have decided to list your home for sale.  If you want more tips to help you prepare your home for its debut on the market, give me a a call or send a message!

UPDATE PENDING — Improve Your Home’s Value This Spring — One of the most common questions homeowners have is “How do I improve my home’s value?”  Whether you’re a new homeowner or you’ve been in your home for decades, you may wonder if there are things that you can do to improve your home’s value.  It offers tips and solutions to help you boost your home’s curb appeal — the first impression that potential buyers and passersby have of your property, and also focuses on the five renovations that offer the biggest returns, from replacing your front door to adding an attic bedroom.

Three Benefits of Pricing Your Home Right — Spring is a popular time for sellers to list their homes on the market; it involves more than getting it ready for its close-up with potential buyers.  If you want to grab the attention of potential buyers and sell your home quickly, it is essential to price it right.  We will show you three of the biggest benefits of pricing your home right.

UPDATE PENDING — Thank You for Allowing Me to Be Your Trusted Real Estate Professional — We appreciate the business we receive from all of our clients … homeowners, tenants, sellers and buyers.  Your support is vital to our success; we enjoy helping great people like you achieve your real estate goals.

UPDATE PENDING — Should You Buy or Sell This Year? — “How’s the market?” is one of the most popular questions that real estate professionals are asked.  Nationally, home prices are still considered affordable, homes are on the market for less time, interest rates are still low and more than two-thirds of Americans say that now is a good time to buy.

How to Prepare for a Bidding War — In many areas around the U.S., low inventory is causing a bidding war to erupt between buyers.  According to a recent study, over half of buyers faced competition on an offer they wrote.  How can you outbid other buyers and get the house you love at a price you can afford?  We’re providing some simple tips to make that happen.

UPDATE PENDING — Landscape Your Property to Sell — If you want to make over your bathroom, but don’t want to undertake a full renovation, here are five things to do to make it look almost new.

UPDATE PENDING — Top Ten Tips for Buyers and Sellers — Traditionally, spring has been the time that many buyers and sellers become motivated to enter the real estate market.  We’re providing tips for both that apply all year round!

UPDATE PENDING — Why Now is the Time to Enter the Housing Market — The housing market has been steadily improving over the last few years and 2014 should be a great year.  Here are the top reasons why now is a great time to buy or sell.

Do You Have Different Home Buying Habits than Your Parents or Children? — Did you ever wonder if there are generational differences in the ways people of different ages approach the home-buying process?

UPDATE PENDING — How to Sell Your Home This Winter — Many people believe that the winter months are a bad time to buy or sell.

Five House Hunting Tips for Any Season

UPDATE PENDING — Three Reasons Why I am Grateful to be Your Real Estate Agent — We appreciate all of our clients … past, present and future and look forward to serving you!

UPDATE PENDING — Have You Thought About Selling? — The real estate market is shifting; we are now in a seller’s market … do you know what that means to you?

Three Reasons to Speak with Your Real Estate Professional Today — Keeping in contact with your Realtor is a great way to keep your finger on the pulse of the market.

UPDATE PENDING — Home Selling 101 —

The Impending Housing Shortage — Some Realtors knew very early on that we would be facing a housing shortage … we believe that it will last until 2017.

UPDATE PENDING — Staging Your Kitchen for a Sale — An inviting kitchen can set the scene to help buyers visualize living in your house.

We mail out the newsletters on a monthly basis … some by postal mail and some by e-mail (depending upon what they would like).  Many of our clients tell us about how this information has helped them in one way or another.  We would love to hear which of these articles you find useful.  You can Contact Us for more information about any of these articles or about our Client Appreciation Program and the special benefits we offer.