Say Goodbye to that Squeaky Door Hinge

As an experienced realtor who has sold a lot of homes, I am detail-oriented. You can always make your homes better so read on these tips. If you have any more questions, call me, Mynor Herrera, today for expert help buying or selling in the DC, MD, & VA areas! I also specialize in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, as well as the sub-divisions of Rosemary Hills, Rock Creek Forest, East Bethesda, and Whitehall Condominium.

The Big Orange Splot

A simple children’s book message speaks volumes about individuality and the importance of home ownership.

 

The children's book "The Big Orange Splot" reinforces what we know about home ownership — your home should be a reflection of who you are.

“My house is me and I am it … It looks like all my dreams.”

That’s the key message in Daniel Manus Pinkwater’s children’s book, The Big Orange Splot, a book that delights all children and adults alike. It reinforces the core values we hold as home owners. Among them: Home ownership gives us the opportunity to make individual choices; diversity is central to a strong community; and you make your neighborhood special by being who are you are.

The story follows Mr. Plumbean, a home owner who personalizes his home’s exterior to the ire of his neighbors. The neighbors eventually come around to Mr. Plumbean’s way of thinking, and the once-plain street becomes a truly “neat street.”

Check out Mr. Plumbean’s story read by kids with adorable New Zealand accents:

Although the book was first published in the early 1990s, its message is especially timely as thousands of REALTORS® take the case for home ownership to Washington today in support of millions of current and future home owners. Their message? To let Congress know, as it considers measures that could impede the improving housing market, that home ownership and what it represents — individual autonomy, family, wealth building — are fundamental to the American dream.

What does home mean to you? Have you ever pulled a Mr. Plumbean?

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Would you like to work with a Realtor who offers valuable information and provides the highest level of customer service to his clients? Call me, Mynor Herrera, today for expert help buying or selling in the DC, MD, & VA areas! I also specialize in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, as well as the sub-divisions of Rosemary Hills, Rock Creek Forest, East Bethesda, and Whitehall Condominium.

Prevent Burns: How to protect yourselves from hot water

Would you like to work with a Realtor who offers valuable information and provides the highest level of customer service to his clients? Call me, Mynor Herrera, today for expert help buying or selling in the DC, MD, & VA areas! I also specialize in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, as well as the sub-divisions of Rosemary Hills, Rock Creek Forest, East Bethesda, and Whitehall Condominium. 

May 10 is RED DAY!

Renew, Energize and Donate! MAY 10 is RED DAY, which is Keller Williams' annual day of giving. This year we are working with Roc Solid, which will help us personally build a playground for a home-bound child with cancer. To do so, we must first raise $3k.

An easy way to help is to visit Plaza Del Sol, a great restaurant at 4932 St in Elmo Avenue, as they will donate 15% of proceeds to Roc Solid. It’s a win-win situation, enjoying great food for charity! Just please identify yourself as a participant. At the restaurant we will have also have a mini silent auction.

RED DAY is an initiative dedicated to celebrating Keller Williams Realty's year-round commitment to improving our local communities and this year, our efforts will help raise money to fund the building of playground for a home-bound child with cancer in Montgomery County. Click here to view a video on the Roc Solid Foundation, an amazing organization that tirelessly puts together this agendum to help those in need.

See you there! 

As one of the realtors who cares about making our community better,  I invite you to participate in this great community service. If you have questions, call me, Mynor Herrera, today for expert help buying or selling in the DC, MD, & VA areas! I also specialize in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, as well as the sub-divisions of Rosemary Hills, Rock Creek Forest, East Bethesda, and Whitehall Condominium. 

5 Things That Affect Your Home Value

 

These five simple things though easily unnoticed can immensely affect the quality of your property.

1. Ample storage space – Customized cabinets or drawers can help buyers decide whether your place is prepared to store things over time. Not handy? Buy at Target or Ikea.
2. Natural Light –   It always feels great to feel the natural sunshine kiss your cheeks in the morning – very attractive for buyers if you have a lot of windows. What if you don’t? Just stick to soft lighting and stay away from harsh fluorescent lights.
3. Paint – This is a no-brainer. Your home is as fresh as your paint. This is one maintenance cost that becomes a necessity. A home with old, dark paint gives off the same vibes.
4. New bathroom/Kitchen fixtures – A new toilet seat, sink fixtures, drawer pulls, or a new shower head could instantly refresh even the most drab bathroom or kitchen.
5. Power wash outside of house –   Rent a pressure washer and clean all the dirt from your deck, if you don’t have one installed.

5 things that devalue your home.

1. Pool –  It might seem cool to have a pool in your backyard but buyers nowadays stay away from houses with pools. Why? The upkeep and maintenance are a pain.
2. Outdated – From a buyer’s perspective, an old-looking ceiling or tainted walls would mean something.
3. Flooring – Low quality floorings, vinyl tiles or scratched unmaintained surfaces will scare buyers away.
4. Structural problems – Major issues such as electrical and plumbing issues or a leaky roof could drastically decrease a homes value if not addressed.
5. Smoking – If the previous occupants frequently smoked indoors, yellow walls and ceilings are very common; and an unmistakable smell that’s nearly impossible to get rid of. 

As one of the top realtors in the area who has sold a lot of homes, I know how buyers think. I can give you tips on how to make your home worthy of its value. Call me, Mynor Herrera, today for expert help buying or selling in the DC, MD, & VA areas! I also specialize in Bethesda and Chevy Chase, as well as the sub-divisions of Rosemary Hills, Rock Creek Forest, East Bethesda, and Whitehall Condominium.