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How to Evaluate Your Maryland Property’s Condition Before Selling

January 1, 2023

If you’re worried an inspection will surface problems, you’re not alone. Many Maryland sellers fear the unknown—then skip evaluations and get hit with inspection contingencies, price cuts, and delays once a buyer is under contract. The antidote is simple: face the facts early. A clear picture of condition lets you (1) set a realistic price, … Continued

How to Know if You Should List Your Property in Maryland or Sell it Directly

November 14, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

If you’re weighing a sale in Maryland, you’re likely juggling three competing pressures: I want a strong price, I don’t want months of stress, and I don’t want surprise fees to eat my profit. Maybe you’ve even wondered if a FSBO sale could save commission. The reality: most owners underestimate the time, money, and risk … Continued

How to Sell a House With Title Problems in Maryland

November 7, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

If you’ve discovered a title issue while trying to sell in Maryland, you’re probably feeling blindsided: Why didn’t anyone tell me sooner? How long will this delay my closing? Who pays for fixes—and what if the buyer walks? You’re not alone. Title defects—from old liens to missing heirs—are more common than most sellers realize, and … Continued

What You Should Know About Selling a Co-Owned Property in Maryland

October 31, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

If you co‑own a home, vacation place, or investment in Maryland, you may be navigating one (or more) of these headaches: We don’t agree on price or timing. The place needs work and no one wants to pay. Family dynamics make decisions… complicated. One co‑owner wants out, the other prefers to hold. You’re here because … Continued

Should You Make Repairs to Your Maryland House Before Selling It?

October 24, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

If you’re weighing whether to make repairs to your Maryland house before selling or keep your cash and sell as‑is, you’re probably juggling three competing pressures: money, time, and certainty. You might be staring at inspection items, contractor quotes, or a half‑finished project—while the clock is ticking because of a relocation, inheritance, divorce, looming foreclosure, … Continued

3 Reasons to Work With Simple Homebuyers to Sell Your House vs. a National iBuyer

August 25, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

Selling your home isn’t just a transaction—it’s a moment that can reset your finances, declutter your life, move you closer to family, or eliminate a heavy monthly burden. And if you’re like most homeowners in Maryland, you want a path that blends speed, fairness, and the confidence that you’re not leaving money on the table. … Continued

3 Things You Won’t Have to Pay for When Working With Simple Homebuyers to Sell Your House

August 18, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

Selling a home is one of the most significant financial transactions most people will ever undertake. For sellers in Maryland, the process can feel overwhelming, especially when listing on the MLS with a traditional real estate agent. From staging and photography to repairs and commissions, the expenses add up quickly. Many homeowners are surprised to … Continued

5 Situations in Which You Do Not Need a Welcome Real Estate Agent to Sell Your House

August 13, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

5 Times You Don’t Need a Maryland Real Estate Agent to Sell Your House Selling a home in Maryland can be one of the most stressful financial decisions a person makes. For many homeowners, the traditional route of hiring a real estate agent, listing on the MLS, and waiting for buyers feels like the only … Continued

3 Misconceptions People Have About Selling Their White Plains Homes in 2022

August 11, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

The real estate landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years. Technology, alternative selling methods, and the rise of cash buyers have made many old beliefs about what is “required” to sell a house obsolete. Yet, misconceptions still linger among homeowners in White Plains, MD, especially those who have never sold a home outside of the … Continued

3 Shady Things Some Maryland Listing Agents do to Get Homeowners to Sign a Listing Agreement

August 6, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

While it may seem like listing agents are doing sellers a favor by agreeing with unreasonable demands instead of being upfront, it isn’t fulfilling their fiduciary responsibility to act in the sellers’ best interest. Unfortunately, sellers are unaware of the impact their decisions and demands may have until it is far too late. While not … Continued

How Simple Homebuyers is Changing the Way People Buy and Sell Real Estate in Maryland

August 4, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

We’re changing how people buy and sell real estate at Simple Homebuyers. As a result, there is a new option for buyers and sellers who would prefer not to pay the cost of time, energy, and money for the services of a real estate agent. And Simple Homebuyers has a solution for those who would … Continued

3 Reasons Why People Are Choosing to Skip the MLS When Selling a House in Maryland

July 30, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

Selling a house in Maryland? Unfortunately, not every home is a good fit for the MLS; when owners aren’t able to make repairs and update the property to present it in its best light, buyers on the MLS view the listing as a bargain opportunity. It can be upsetting to receive their rock bottom offer … Continued

5 Things a Port Tobacco Listing Agent isn’t Going to Tell You

July 23, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

If you’ve decided to sell your Port Tobacco home, stop looking for a listing agent and consider your options before making a costly mistake. Not all properties and not all sellers fit perfectly into the standard MLS listing model. Some home sellers are under pressure to carry the expenses of relocating before selling their first … Continued

3 Actions to Take if You Have An Expired Listing Agreement in Fort Washington

July 8, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

When a listing lingers on the market, sellers experience a long road of hopeful anticipation followed by disappointment as the days, weeks, and months pass. As a result, plans for the future must hold, and stress levels have likely risen as costs for holding onto the property continue to roll in like the tides. Furthermore, … Continued

How to Handle Liens and Tax Problems When Selling Your House in Waldorf

July 1, 2022

By Jeff Johnson

When you have a lien on your home from tax debt, your increasing penalties and interest are likely adding pressure to your situation. Because tax debts continue to climb as time passes, taking quick action will save whatever equity remains and remove the dark cloud that lingers over your head. Whatever you do, don’t try … Continued