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Branden Schroeder is a Realtor serving the Maryland real estate market. Branden's background in law has enabled him to provide a level of service in the real estate market that is unequaled by other agents. For more info on Maryland real estate contact Branden or visit online at www.marylandhomesandproperty.com

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Women - Getting Down and Dirty!
Well done women! You did not sit and cry for a man's help when the plumbing leaked! According to two recent surveys, you have successfully embraced the do-it-yourself market. Yes, more women than men are now shopping for builder's supplies and more women than men are planning and tackling home improvement projects. Research published in a Yankelovich Monitor study and also research by Home Depot has shown that women are outnumbering men in the home improvement markets. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 02/05/2008 | Real Estate
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DIY - Child-safe Water Feature Increases Home Value
One way to catch a prospective buyer's attention to your listing is to mention the water feature that is installed in your back yard. We all love them, especially when they are already set up and running. There are many reasons why a water feature draws everyone's attention, including the hypnotic effect of watching the never ending motion of water; it is said that the sound of running water is relaxing. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 02/05/2008 | Real Estate
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While the Cat's Away, Install a Scratching Post
Sometimes it seems like we don't notice all our home's flaws until it comes time to sell. Because we live in our home every day, we become accustomed to dealing with minor annoyances, and tend to overlook the gradual accumulation of natural wear and tear. For those of us with pets, this wear and tear can be greatly accelerated. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 11/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Odious Odors: the Olfactory Factor
I was recently showing a home, and the couple viewing it found the home's smell quite unpleasant, so much so that I think it greatly influenced their decision not to consider the home for purchase even though it met all their criteria. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 11/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Get Focused for Successful Flipping
There are essentially two types of real estate investors, those who buy homes with the intention of re-selling them for a profit within a relatively short time-frame, and those who want to rent out the home, ideally collecting a monthly profit and then eventually selling for a profit much further down the road. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 11/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Polish Your Home
Real estate is like any industry, a product has to look appealing for people to want to buy it. Just like the bruised and scabby apples will be the last ones chosen in the produce isle, so the houses with glaring flaws sit on the market, unsold. Sure, there are those that scout-out the best deals and often buy up damaged homes on potentially valuable lots, however your average home buyer needs to want to live somewhere in order to consider buying it. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 02/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Landscaping Like You Love the Earth
It is just a little bit ironic that landscaping, the practice of caring for and arranging the earth and growing things in a certain area, can potentially be one of the worst things for adding toxic pollution to the ground. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 02/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Innovations in Insulation
It's no secret that energy efficiency is a good idea. It wastes money, electricity and resources to have an energy inefficient home. Therefore, insulating your home is very important to saving money on your heating and cooling bills, and earning you "green points" towards environmental protection. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 02/04/2008 | Real Estate
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Take Credit for Heritage Restorations
For a long time heritage properties suffered from a bum rap. Investors were reluctant to purchase a piece of the past because of the cost of dragging it into the present. Fortunately, in the last few decades, older properties have been rightfully recognized for their beauty and historical value and have become a hot commodity. Yes, there is often work to be done on heritage buildings, but there are also financial incentives for restoring these properties to their former glory. After all, restora Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 29/02/2008 | Real Estate
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The Budget-conscious 2008 Bathroom
If you are thinking of putting your house on the market, it could make a big difference if you take a few weeks to improve it first. It is easy to make a home look more inviting without breaking your budget. Read
By: Branden Schroeder | 15/02/2008 | Bath Showers