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Monday, April 16, 2012
Just Sold In Glen Burnie, MD - I Have More Buyers Looking for a Home
Tree Troubles: Whose Yard Is It, Anyway?
Tree Troubles: Whose Yard Is It, Anyway?
When a tree is planted between property lines, disputes may arise, and an otherwise neighborly relationship may be strained. Or perhaps a tree fell, and now no one knows who should cover the cost. From dangerous tree removal to the just plain annoying tree debris landing in the yard, there are ways to work out tree problems and maintain good neighborly relations.
Most shared tree problems fall into three main categories:
1. Hazardous Tree Removal: The neighbor's tree is dead, split or leaning. The homeowner next door wants the tree removed before it falls in the yard and perhaps hits the house or other property.
2. Property Damage: The neighbor’s tree has fallen and damaged property. Payment for tree removal service and damage repair is required.
3. Poor Maintenance: The tree is growing over the next door neighbor's roof. Debris keeps falling in the yard, pool or patio. The tree needs professional maintenance to resolve the problem.
“Don't touch a neighbor's tree,” advises Lou Giroud, ISA Certified Arborist and President, Giroud Tree and Lawn. “By law provided there is no trespassing, a homeowner has the right to take care of the portion of the tree on their property. However, to avoid conflict and potential legal issues, get the neighbor’s permission before taking any action.”
Here's how to proceed. “Start with an evaluation by an ISA Certified Arborist,” suggests Mr. Giroud. "Ask the Arborist to assess the situation and provide a recommendation in writing. Share the professional evaluation with your neighbor, especially if the tree is deemed a hazard and removal by a tree removal service is required.
The next step is to reach out to the neighbor. “In working with thousands of tree issues between neighbors,” explains Mr. Giroud, “I’ve found that the best results are gained through friendly communication.”
1. If the neighbor is approachable, call or visit. Schedule a time to talk about the tree problem. Calmly present the issue and share the recommendation from the tree service company. If the neighbor can’t pay for the work, offer to pay for it or share in the cost.
2. If the neighbor is never home, write a friendly letter explaining the concern and attach the Arborist’s recommendation.
3. If the neighbor doesn’t respond, send a certified letter. As a last resort, hire an attorney specializing in tree law.
Disputes with a neighbor can cause a lot of stress. An ISA Certified Arborist can evaluate the situation and help make the job of negotiating with a neighbor a little easier.
Source: Giroud Tree and Lawn, http://www.giroudtree.com.
If you are thinking of buying or selling an home in Maryland give me a call at 410-292-0100 or start your search here and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building alone is worth the plunge into todays market. Century 21 New Millennium is part of the largest nationwide relocation company and can assist with your move here in Maryland or anywhere in the United States or abroad. Ask me how.
When a tree is planted between property lines, disputes may arise, and an otherwise neighborly relationship may be strained. Or perhaps a tree fell, and now no one knows who should cover the cost. From dangerous tree removal to the just plain annoying tree debris landing in the yard, there are ways to work out tree problems and maintain good neighborly relations.
Most shared tree problems fall into three main categories:
1. Hazardous Tree Removal: The neighbor's tree is dead, split or leaning. The homeowner next door wants the tree removed before it falls in the yard and perhaps hits the house or other property.
2. Property Damage: The neighbor’s tree has fallen and damaged property. Payment for tree removal service and damage repair is required.
3. Poor Maintenance: The tree is growing over the next door neighbor's roof. Debris keeps falling in the yard, pool or patio. The tree needs professional maintenance to resolve the problem.
“Don't touch a neighbor's tree,” advises Lou Giroud, ISA Certified Arborist and President, Giroud Tree and Lawn. “By law provided there is no trespassing, a homeowner has the right to take care of the portion of the tree on their property. However, to avoid conflict and potential legal issues, get the neighbor’s permission before taking any action.”
Here's how to proceed. “Start with an evaluation by an ISA Certified Arborist,” suggests Mr. Giroud. "Ask the Arborist to assess the situation and provide a recommendation in writing. Share the professional evaluation with your neighbor, especially if the tree is deemed a hazard and removal by a tree removal service is required.
The next step is to reach out to the neighbor. “In working with thousands of tree issues between neighbors,” explains Mr. Giroud, “I’ve found that the best results are gained through friendly communication.”
1. If the neighbor is approachable, call or visit. Schedule a time to talk about the tree problem. Calmly present the issue and share the recommendation from the tree service company. If the neighbor can’t pay for the work, offer to pay for it or share in the cost.
2. If the neighbor is never home, write a friendly letter explaining the concern and attach the Arborist’s recommendation.
3. If the neighbor doesn’t respond, send a certified letter. As a last resort, hire an attorney specializing in tree law.
Disputes with a neighbor can cause a lot of stress. An ISA Certified Arborist can evaluate the situation and help make the job of negotiating with a neighbor a little easier.
Source: Giroud Tree and Lawn, http://www.giroudtree.com.
If you are thinking of buying or selling an home in Maryland give me a call at 410-292-0100 or start your search here and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building alone is worth the plunge into todays market. Century 21 New Millennium is part of the largest nationwide relocation company and can assist with your move here in Maryland or anywhere in the United States or abroad. Ask me how.
In keeping with saluting our heroes, during 2012 I am waving flat fees for active duty military, retired military and the families of fallen military, as well as policemen, firemen and emt's. If you enter into a contract by the New Year's eve I will waive the flat fee at settlement. This is a $395 savings. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home give me a call and receive full service real estate assistance from an experienced agent. Our office is open 7 days a week and we can be reached at 410-730-8888 or I can be reached directly at 410-292-0100.
June Piper-Brandon ~ Associate Broker, CDPE, CIAS, ePro
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Clean House Naturally and Avoid Toxic Cleansers
Clean House Naturally and Avoid Toxic Cleansers
It's time to tackle the annual home cleaning. But just because you're thoroughly washing, scrubbing and disinfecting your home, doesn't mean you need to turn to cleansers with harsh ingredients and chemicals. In fact, you can easily clean using inexpensive products already in your kitchen, such as vinegar, baking soda and lemon juice. Use these tips to clean your home naturally.
Start seeing clearly: After months of winter weather, windows are often coated with a layer of grime. A solution of 2 teaspoons of white vinegar and 1 liter of warm water can be used to gently remove dust or dirt from all glass surfaces including windows and mirrors.
Freshen up the fridge: In addition to food spills, your refrigerator takes on odors from all the different foods stored throughout the year. Discard old items and be sure you are regularly cleaning out the fridge. Help reduce odors year-round by keeping a box of ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda in the fridge at all times, replacing it every 30 days for best results.
Reawaken your wardrobe: Start the season feeling good in clothes that smell fresh. Even when carefully stored, clothing can still be exposed to dust, and may require a good washing before wearing. Add 1 cup of baking soda to your next wash to naturally boost the power of your detergent. The combination will help balance PH levels to leave clothing cleaner and fresher. You can also freshen non-washable items like gym shoes, bags and sports equipment by sprinkling baking soda inside.
Renew the everyday rooms: Avoid the fumes of harsh kitchen and bathroom cleaners by naturally cleaning surfaces with baking soda. A sprinkle of baking soda on a damp sponge will clean counters, stainless steel sinks, microwaves, ovens and much more without scratching. For tough grease, mix vinegar and lemon juice to leave your surfaces like new.
Bet on a BBQ: After the inside of your home is looking spic and span, prepare for warmer weather and outdoor entertaining. Get your grill ready to prevent bad tasting hot dogs and hamburgers from ruining your next BBQ. Sprinkle baking soda on a damp brush, then scrub away any residue and rinse clean. For really difficult stains, make a paste with 3 parts baking soda to 1 part warm water and use a wire-bristled brush to work away at grime and grease stains.
Source: www.armandhammer.com.
If you are thinking of buying or selling an home in Maryland give me a call at 410-292-0100 or start your search here and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building alone is worth the plunge into todays market. Century 21 New Millennium is part of the largest nationwide relocation company and can assist with your move here in Maryland or anywhere in the United States or abroad. Ask me how.
It's time to tackle the annual home cleaning. But just because you're thoroughly washing, scrubbing and disinfecting your home, doesn't mean you need to turn to cleansers with harsh ingredients and chemicals. In fact, you can easily clean using inexpensive products already in your kitchen, such as vinegar, baking soda and lemon juice. Use these tips to clean your home naturally.
Start seeing clearly: After months of winter weather, windows are often coated with a layer of grime. A solution of 2 teaspoons of white vinegar and 1 liter of warm water can be used to gently remove dust or dirt from all glass surfaces including windows and mirrors.
Freshen up the fridge: In addition to food spills, your refrigerator takes on odors from all the different foods stored throughout the year. Discard old items and be sure you are regularly cleaning out the fridge. Help reduce odors year-round by keeping a box of ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda in the fridge at all times, replacing it every 30 days for best results.
Reawaken your wardrobe: Start the season feeling good in clothes that smell fresh. Even when carefully stored, clothing can still be exposed to dust, and may require a good washing before wearing. Add 1 cup of baking soda to your next wash to naturally boost the power of your detergent. The combination will help balance PH levels to leave clothing cleaner and fresher. You can also freshen non-washable items like gym shoes, bags and sports equipment by sprinkling baking soda inside.
Renew the everyday rooms: Avoid the fumes of harsh kitchen and bathroom cleaners by naturally cleaning surfaces with baking soda. A sprinkle of baking soda on a damp sponge will clean counters, stainless steel sinks, microwaves, ovens and much more without scratching. For tough grease, mix vinegar and lemon juice to leave your surfaces like new.
Bet on a BBQ: After the inside of your home is looking spic and span, prepare for warmer weather and outdoor entertaining. Get your grill ready to prevent bad tasting hot dogs and hamburgers from ruining your next BBQ. Sprinkle baking soda on a damp brush, then scrub away any residue and rinse clean. For really difficult stains, make a paste with 3 parts baking soda to 1 part warm water and use a wire-bristled brush to work away at grime and grease stains.
Source: www.armandhammer.com.
If you are thinking of buying or selling an home in Maryland give me a call at 410-292-0100 or start your search here and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building alone is worth the plunge into todays market. Century 21 New Millennium is part of the largest nationwide relocation company and can assist with your move here in Maryland or anywhere in the United States or abroad. Ask me how.
In keeping with saluting our heroes, during 2012 I am waving flat fees for active duty military, retired military and the families of fallen military, as well as policemen, firemen and emt's. If you enter into a contract by the New Year's eve I will waive the flat fee at settlement. This is a $395 savings. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home give me a call and receive full service real estate assistance from an experienced agent. Our office is open 7 days a week and we can be reached at 410-730-8888 or I can be reached directly at 410-292-0100.
June Piper-Brandon ~ Associate Broker, CDPE, CIAS, ePro
Friday, April 13, 2012
Top 10 Museums to Visit in the Baltimore Area
Top 10 Museums to Visit in the Baltimore Area
Spring break starts today so I'm sure families will be looking for places to visit over the next week with their families. One of the things that makes Baltimore so great is the number of museums and historical places to visit. Baltimore was ranked the most visibly historic towns in the country, here are ten reasons why. I know my list is probably incomplete and there are tons more museums but this is my list of the top 10.
1. B & O Railroad Museum - This has always been a favorite of my family. The B & O Museum is located in Baltimore City at 901W. Pratt Street. The collection contains over 200 trains plus many pieces of railroad memorabilia. There is an HO exhibit in a railroad car outside and an active G Scale layout outside in the yard.
2. Ellicott City B & O Railroad Museum - The oldest surviving railroad station in America. The Ellicott City station is located at 2711 Maryland Ave., Ellicott City.
3. Fire Museum of Maryland - This is another one of our favorites. I think one of the reasons is because it's so close to where we live. The Fire Museum is located at 1301 York Road in Lutherville. The exhibit is the third largest in the United States and includes antique fire apparatus, memorabilia, fire-fighting equipment, models, and photographs.
4. American Visionary Arts Museum - is located at 800 Key Hwy in Baltimore's Federal Hill neighborhood. The Visionary Arts Museum specializes in the preservation and display of visionary art which is similar to folk art. They have over 4000 items on exhibit in the museum and the exhibits keep changing. This is definitely a very cool place to visit, lots to look at and think about.
5. Maryland Science Center - Located at 601 Light Street in Baltimore along the Inner Harbor. The Maryland Science Center is home to the IMAX theatre and has many exhibits with something for everyone. There are many hands on exhibits that allow kids big and little try things out and really see how they work.
6. Maryland Historical Society Museum - Most people don't think of the Maryland Historical Society when they are thinking of museums to visit. The museum is located at 201 W. Monument Street in Baltimore and is easily accessible from the light rail. The museum was founded in 1844 and is the oldest museum in Maryland that is dedicated to the collection and preservation of artifacts that reflect Maryland's diverse heritage.
7. Walters Art Museum - is located on the corner of Charles and Centre Street in Mount Vernon and has a world renowned collection of some of the best art pieces in the world. It will take you more than one day to see everything here. As many times as we have been there are still parts of the exhibit that we haven't seen.
8. Fort McHenry - Is the star shaped fort in Baltimore that is best known for its role in the War of 1812 when it successfully defended Baltimore's harbor from an attack by the British Navy. I think one of the best ways to get to Fort McHenry is to take the water taxi from the Inner Harbor.
9. The National Electronics Musem - is located at 1745 W. Nursery Road in Linthicum. The National Electronics Museum houses exhibits containing assortments of telegraphs, radios, radars and satellites.
10. Port Discovery - is a children's museum and is located at 35 Market Place in Baltimore. Port Discovery offers three floors of interactive, educational exhibits and ever-changing programs for children ages birth through 10.
Wikepedia has a great list of other museums and places of interest that you may want to check out if these don't quite tickle your fancy.
Spring break starts today so I'm sure families will be looking for places to visit over the next week with their families. One of the things that makes Baltimore so great is the number of museums and historical places to visit. Baltimore was ranked the most visibly historic towns in the country, here are ten reasons why. I know my list is probably incomplete and there are tons more museums but this is my list of the top 10.
1. B & O Railroad Museum - This has always been a favorite of my family. The B & O Museum is located in Baltimore City at 901W. Pratt Street. The collection contains over 200 trains plus many pieces of railroad memorabilia. There is an HO exhibit in a railroad car outside and an active G Scale layout outside in the yard.2. Ellicott City B & O Railroad Museum - The oldest surviving railroad station in America. The Ellicott City station is located at 2711 Maryland Ave., Ellicott City.3. Fire Museum of Maryland - This is another one of our favorites. I think one of the reasons is because it's so close to where we live. The Fire Museum is located at 1301 York Road in Lutherville. The exhibit is the third largest in the United States and includes antique fire apparatus, memorabilia, fire-fighting equipment, models, and photographs.
4. American Visionary Arts Museum - is located at 800 Key Hwy in Baltimore's Federal Hill neighborhood. The Visionary Arts Museum specializes in the preservation and display of visionary art which is similar to folk art. They have over 4000 items on exhibit in the museum and the exhibits keep changing. This is definitely a very cool place to visit, lots to look at and think about.
5. Maryland Science Center - Located at 601 Light Street in Baltimore along the Inner Harbor. The Maryland Science Center is home to the IMAX theatre and has many exhibits with something for everyone. There are many hands on exhibits that allow kids big and little try things out and really see how they work.
6. Maryland Historical Society Museum - Most people don't think of the Maryland Historical Society when they are thinking of museums to visit. The museum is located at 201 W. Monument Street in Baltimore and is easily accessible from the light rail. The museum was founded in 1844 and is the oldest museum in Maryland that is dedicated to the collection and preservation of artifacts that reflect Maryland's diverse heritage.
7. Walters Art Museum - is located on the corner of Charles and Centre Street in Mount Vernon and has a world renowned collection of some of the best art pieces in the world. It will take you more than one day to see everything here. As many times as we have been there are still parts of the exhibit that we haven't seen.
8. Fort McHenry - Is the star shaped fort in Baltimore that is best known for its role in the War of 1812 when it successfully defended Baltimore's harbor from an attack by the British Navy. I think one of the best ways to get to Fort McHenry is to take the water taxi from the Inner Harbor. 9. The National Electronics Musem - is located at 1745 W. Nursery Road in Linthicum. The National Electronics Museum houses exhibits containing assortments of telegraphs, radios, radars and satellites.
10. Port Discovery - is a children's museum and is located at 35 Market Place in Baltimore. Port Discovery offers three floors of interactive, educational exhibits and ever-changing programs for children ages birth through 10.
Wikepedia has a great list of other museums and places of interest that you may want to check out if these don't quite tickle your fancy.
If you are thinking of buying or selling an home in Maryland give me a call at 410-292-0100 or start your search here and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building alone is worth the plunge into todays market. Century 21 New Millennium is part of the largest nationwide relocation company and can assist with your move here in Maryland or anywhere in the United States or abroad. Ask me how.
In keeping with saluting our heroes, during 2012 I am waving flat fees for active duty military, retired military and the families of fallen military, as well as policemen, firemen and emt's. If you enter into a contract by the New Year's eve I will waive the flat fee at settlement. This is a $395 savings. If you are thinking about buying or selling a home give me a call and receive full service real estate assistance from an experienced agent. Our office is open 7 days a week and we can be reached at 410-730-8888 or I can be reached directly at 410-292-0100.
June Piper-Brandon ~ Associate Broker, CDPE, CIAS, ePro
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Great Investment Opportunity
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