Just LISTED! ~ 121 Stanmore Road in Rodgers Forge

121 Stanmore Road

Rodgers Forge

Beautifully maintained and updated end-of-group! Light-filled living room with recessed lighting leads to spacious dining room with charming built-ins. Updated kitchen with granite countertops and great storage. Fully finished basement with full bath and wall-to-wall carpetting. Replacement windows-2009, new roof-2014, extensive landscaping-2012. Fully fenced yard with deck & PARKING. Simply relax and enjoy- just in time for spring entertaining!

For more information and photos visit: www.121Stanmore.com

Now introducing... Drane-Edelman Properties!

Dear Clients and Friends,

I am officially a Cummings and Company agent! I am so thrilled to be joining this great company. They are locally owned and are the fastest growing Real Estate brokerage firm in Maryland. My new office location will be in Lutherville-Timonium, but with offices in Canton, Ruxton, Perry Hall, and soon-to-be Federal Hill, I can meet clients wherever is most convenient for them. 

I also would like to introduce you to my new Real Estate partner, Kristin Edelman. Kristin, like me, has been in the business for 10 years. We are very excited to start working together to provide our clients with the best service possible!

My change will not have any affect on my commitment to my clients. They are still most important and I will continue to provide them with top-notch service. If you have any questions for me, feel free to reach out: magan@magandrane.com

And please check out my new website:  www.DraneEdelman.com

As always, my sincerest Thank You for your continued support and loyalty!

Click below to watch our video!

Magan Marie Drane, Realtor, ABR

Drane -Edelman Properties

Cummings & Co. Realtors

1615 York Road, Suite 101

Your Referral Is My Best Compliment!

First Snow Storm of the Year

Last night's snow was just a light preview of what we are expecting this weekend.

Tips to remember before Saturday's impending storm:

Get the supplies you'll need in case you stuck inside for a couple days. i.e. food, water, batteries, etc. 

Have your shovels ready to go! And sand, rock salt or non-clumping kitty litter to make walkways and steps less slippery.

Warm coats, gloves or mittens, hats, boots and extra blankets and warm clothing for all household members. As well as ample alternate heating methods such as fireplaces or wood/coal-burning stoves.

Running water, even at a trickle, helps prevent pipes from freezing.

Minimize travel. If travel is necessary, keep a supplies kit in your vehicle. Winterize your vehicle and keep the gas tank full.

Bring pets inside during winter weather. Move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water.

Check on your neighbors. Help those who need assistance.

Stay warm Baltimore!

Preparing Your Home for Winter

The cold is finally here to stay. If you haven't already done so, here are some things you should do to get the outside of your house ready for the winter weather and keep inside warm and cozy.

• Clean the gutters: Clear them now of all those fall leaves. If your gutters are full of debris, water can back up against the house and damage roofing, siding and wood trim- plus cause leaks and ice dams.
• Turn off exterior faucets: These will freeze which can cause pipes to burst as the ice expands. So turn them off and drain what water is in them.
• Inspect the roof: Before the snow piles up on top of your home, make sure your roof is in good condition.
• Chimney sweep: If you have a chimney, now is a good time to clean it. You’ll also want to inspect the chimney to make sure your damper isn’t worn or rusted- if it is, it will allow cold air to enter your home.
• Tune up the boiler: It will be working overtime in the winter season, so make sure it’s in good working order to prevent any unwanted surprises.
• Caulk: Caulk around windows and doors where needed. If the gaps between siding and window or door frames are bigger than the width of a nickel, you need to reapply. This will help seal any gaps where cold air could seep in.
• Storm doors: Replace screen doors with storm doors.
• Weatherstripping: Weatherstrip around door frames to keep out cold air.

Just SOLD! ~ 19 Brookstone Court in Lutherville-Timonium

This beautiful home has just SOLD! Congratulations to these home buyers. They knew a great house in a great neighborhood when they saw it. Thank you so much for allowing me to help you find your new Baltimore home.

I can help you too! Thinking about buying a new home, selling your home,or both? I know Baltimore and what it takes to buy and sell. Contact Magan Drane today!

Thank you to all my clients and friends for another great year!

Housing Inventory Snapshot

I hope you will find the following snapshot of local Real Estate inventory interesting. The table represents aggregated values based on MLS data for the specified date. Housing Inventory Snapshot January 28, 2015 Average List Price for active listings Median List Price for active listings Average DOM: active/sold Allegany County, MD Single Family under $180K $89,830 $88,000 183  / 163 Single Family over $180K $291,827 $259,500 253  / 455 Condo/Townhome under $300K $79,138 $72,000 339  / 63 Anne Arundel County, MD Single Family under $500K $322,683 $324,900 127  / 131 Single Family over $500K $953,461 $699,000 180  / 157 Condo/Townhome under $300K $181,772 $200,900 129  / 162 Condo/Townhome over $300K $438,555 $389,500 106  / 117 Baltimore City, MD Single Family under $500K $199,471 $189,500 123  / 127 Single Family over $500K $896,651 $698,500 144  / 82 Condo/Townhome under $300K $108,837 $94,900 135  / 130 Condo/Townhome over $300K $486,725 $399,000 120  / 109 Baltimore County, MD Single Family under $500K $248,056 $229,900 127  / 129 Single Family over $500K $932,016 $695,000 173  / 133 Condo/Townhome under $300K $120,594 $110,000 130  / 124 Condo/Townhome over $300K $458,833 $379,990 109  / 103 Calvert County, MD Single Family under $500K $294,660 $293,763 162  / 167 Single Family over $500K $725,929 $599,900 249  / 250 Condo/Townhome under $300K $220,406 $229,900 149  / 157 Condo/Townhome over $300K $360,210 $329,000 339  / 40 Caroline County, MD Single Family under $500K $190,875 $179,000 234  / 126 Single Family over $500K $789,553 $735,000 209  / N/A** Carroll County, MD Single Family under $500K $310,436 $305,000 142  / 148 Single Family over $500K $728,827 $639,900 153  / 233 Condo/Townhome under $300K $174,885 $175,900 109  / 106 Condo/Townhome over $300K $338,420 $323,990 87  / N/A** Cecil County, MD Single Family under $500K $251,833 $249,900 160  / 185 Single Family over $500K $997,046 $799,000 303  / N/A** Condo/Townhome under $230K $128,430 $129,900 136  / 124 Charles County, MD Single Family under $500K $307,449 $305,000 146  / 136 Single Family over $500K $801,932 $599,990 199  / N/A** Condo/Townhome under $300K $174,962 $169,900 105  / 113 Condo/Townhome over $300K $323,050 $324,900 105  / N/A** Dorchester County, MD Single Family under $500K $182,646 $158,800 234  / 105 Single Family over $500K $1,240,576 $689,900 309  / N/A** Frederick County, MD Single Family under $500K $312,969 $314,900 139  / 132 Single Family over $500K $746,458 $619,990 141  / 194 Condo/Townhome under $300K $201,422 $195,700 99  / 124 Condo/Townhome over $300K $372,356 $371,533 99  / 109 Garrett County, MD Single Family under $500K $197,464 $158,500 220  / 191 Single Family over $500K $811,519 $644,800 300  / 414 Condo/Townhome under $300K $189,675 $207,500 271  / N/A** Condo/Townhome over $300K $386,856 $349,900 214  / N/A** Harford County, MD Single Family under $500K $296,692 $299,900 137  / 165 Single Family over $500K $748,454 $645,225 238  / 179 Condo/Townhome under $300K $176,816 $175,000 116  / 125 Condo/Townhome over $300K $399,344 $359,990 140  / 193 Howard County, MD Single Family under $500K $362,093 $369,900 112  / 122 Single Family over $500K $820,158 $705,000 172  / 156 Condo/Townhome under $300K $215,657 $232,000 103  / 101 Condo/Townhome over $300K $413,673 $399,990 80  / 151 Montgomery County, MD Single Family under $1M $546,642 $519,990 124  / 132 Single Family over $1M $2,042,559 $1,639,000 148  / 125 Condo/Townhome under $600K $280,182 $274,900 89  / 108 Condo/Townhome over $600K $1,179,827 $750,000 126  / 100 Prince Georges County, MD Single Family under $500K $286,575 $269,950 119  / 128 Single Family over $500K $665,608 $599,000 153  / 135 Condo/Townhome under $300K $147,973 $150,000 92  / 138 Condo/Townhome over $300K $465,277 $424,960 85  / 102

If you know someone who is considering buying or selling a home, please give me a call. I will provide professional and courteous service along with knowledgeable guidance through the process.

Sincerely,     Magan Marie Drane, Realtor®, ABR® Direct (410) 493-6854 Office (410) 235-4100 Fax (410) 558-6761 Magan@MaganDrane.com www.magandrane.com Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage