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When buying or selling property in and around Baltimore, Maryland, choose an agent who's an associate broker with experience, knowledge and contacts. Kathy Castillo, Associate Broker of Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty has been successful in all three since 1976.

In this rapidly changing market, you need an agent who will give you the hard truth about the role condition plays on marketing your home.

And as a buyer, with multiple offers becoming the norm in some markets, you need an agent who will provide you with all important stats so you can make an informed decision on your offer.

Staging is becoming an integral part of obtaining the best offer on your home. Kathy just became certified as a Real Estate Staging Expert by the Professional Home Staging Counsel.

Call Kathy Castillo at Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty today for an appointment to reorganize your home before listing, formulate your marketing plan and to assist in getting you qualified for purchasing your next dream home!

REALTOR MAGAZINE

Would Buyers Benefit If Fed Pauses Rate Hikes? Sunday, January 13, 2019 Notes from the Federal Reserve's latest meeting indicate it won’t raise interest rates until after March.

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Sales Slump Forces Builders to Offer Incentives Again Sunday, January 13, 2019 Twenty-three percent of builders in December lowered their prices and offered deals such as rebates for appliance upgrades, according to a new survey.

Homeownership Tenure at Highest Level in 18 Years Sunday, January 13, 2019 More than a decade out from the last housing crisis, the trend of homeowners staying put longer is only deepening.

Where the Most Listings Are Undergoing Price Drops Sunday, January 13, 2019 Discounted homes are becoming more commonplace, with 38 of the largest 45 U.S. markets seeing more price reductions in December, realtor.com® finds.

Featured Listings

16 Brook Farm Ct #16B MLS #: BC10265786 Perry Hall, MD 21128   More Photos   Price: $179,900 View Details Square Ft: 1214 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 2 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 1999 Printable Flyer       First floor condo-Perry Hall Farms Bright 1st floor/patio level corner condo in the Garden Condos@ Perry Hall Farms . Fresh paint, carpets and flooring, dishwasher and disposal 6 months old, water heater 4 yrs. old, master bath grab bars and shower bench, assigned parking (#435) and p... Read More >>

26 S. Curley St. MLS #: BA10308209 Baltimore, MD 21224   More Photos   Price: $199,900 View Details Square Ft: 1092 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 2 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 1904 Printable Flyer       New Listing -Patterson Park Great location for this spacious Patterson Park brick townhouse just a block and a half from the park. Marble steps, gorgeous wood floors in living/dining, full LL bath w/shower, rubber roof installed 2004, home is '"as is" although some updates were... Read More >>

336 Nicholson Rd. MLS #: BC9749479 Essex, MD 21221   More Photos   Price: $165900 View Details Square Ft: 1191 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 2 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 1950 Printable Flyer       Cozy, Comfortable, Convenient! Relax on the 25' x 8' covered front porch of this cozy 2 BR, 2 BA home in original condition. Beautiful hardwood floors like they did in the "old days"!. Huge fenced back yard will make your pets super happy, too! Additional space upstairs if you'd l... Read More >>

Lot Patuxent Ave. MLS #: BC10308220 Rosedale, MD 21237   More Photos   Price: $34,900 View Details Acres: .115 Virtual Tour   View Map   Request More Info   Printable Flyer       New Listing-Lot in Rosedale Property is 50 x 100 and will need a location survey (paid by buyer) to determine exact space which is fenced in left of the house at 307 Patuxent Ave. A variance by buyer will be needed to determine if the lot is buildable. Buyer responsible for ver... Read More >>

1624 Howard Ave. MLS #: BC9773427 Essex, MD 21221   More Photos   Price: $236,900 View Details Square Ft: 1140 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 3 View Map Bathrooms: 1.5 Request More Info Year Built: 1956 Printable Flyer       Lovely Essex Rancher with Garage and Large Lot! A man's dream 2 car garage! This porch front rancher sits on a 100' X 200" manicured lot (rear fenced) with loads of gorgeous plantings! Large covered patio, tons of counter space and cabinets, separate breakfast room and DR, wood floors under carpet... Read More >>

323 Nicholson Rd. MLS #: BC8767184 Essex, MD 21221   More Photos   Price: $285,000 View Details Square Ft: 1955 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 4 View Map Bathrooms: 2/1 Request More Info Year Built: 1950 Printable Flyer       UNIQUE CAPE COD WITH RENTAL UNIT! LET THE ATTACHED RENTAL UNIT HELP PAY YOUR MORTGAGE! 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA MAIN HOUSE WITH 3 ROOM (12' X 32') LEGAL RENTAL ADDITION WITH HC RAMP, PLUS A 24 X 36 GARAGE FOR 4 CARS, 10' CEILING AND GIANT ROOM/STUDIO ABOVE. PROPERTY IS IN BEAUTIFUL CONDITION!... Read More >>

4316 Hallfield Manor Dr. MLS #: BC9616580 Nottingham, MD 21236   More Photos   Price: $189,900 View Details Square Ft: 1020 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 3 View Map Bathrooms: 1.5 Request More Info Year Built: 1976 Printable Flyer       Lovely semi-detached in 21236 Not a short sale, not a condo and no HOA fees! See this semi-detached Hallfield Manor home with updated kitchen, big yard and walk out basement this week! Backs to trees, stainless appliances, granite counter, movable island, one BR has carpet, the o... Read More >>

1639 Williams Ave. MLS #: BC8716483 Essex, MD 21221   More Photos   Price: $169,900 View Details Square Ft: 1380 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 4 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 1954 Printable Flyer       Cute 4 BR, 2 BA rancher in Essex! Large yard! This is it! Great price for a great little recently remodeled rancher with large, fenced back yard! New kitchen and all new appliances including washer and dryer. Family room off large, eat-in kitchen with slider to yard, beamed ceiling and picture w... Read More >>

3516 Wagon Train Rd. MLS #: BC8618349 Middle River, MD 21220   More Photos   Price: $50,000 View Details Square Ft: 1440 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 2 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 2006 Printable Flyer       Williams Estates in Middle River This 2006 Skyline double wide home in Williams Estates has 2 car parking pad, Trex front covered porch, skylights, gutter covers, jetted master tub, recessed lighting, cathedral ceilings, and just power washed. Owner pays monthly water bill and $654 ... Read More >>

6 Tearose Dr. MLS #: BC8128225 Middle River, MD 21220   More Photos   Price: $57,000 View Details Square Ft: 1312 Virtual Tour Bedrooms: 2 View Map Bathrooms: 2 Request More Info Year Built: 1992 Printable Flyer       Peppermint Woods Renovated Double Wide-OWNER FINAN Don't let the age fool you! This double wide has been remodeled with 1 yr. old heat pump, 2 yr. old appliances, laminate floors and 36" doors and in 2007 water heater, windows, roof, and 2nd bath were redone, 3 mos ago 5x8 roll-in shower. Handicap-ac... Read More >>