Free List of Foreclosures

Foreclosures are becoming the "buzz" word in the real estate market these days. It is an unfortunate sign of the times. But for buyers wanting to purchase their first home, there are plenty of incentives to get off the fence and get their feet wet with the low prices and the $8,000 tax credit which is due to expire on November 30th unless it is extended.

If you want to see what foreclosures we have available in the Ocean City and Ocean Pines area, send me an email at sharon@sharoncurtiss.com and I will be happy to send you list and create a link to our MLS with the latest properties for sale.

You can also visit my website www.sharoncurtiss.com to search the "Live Online Search" link at the bottom of the page.

Feel free to browse my site for local area and other real estate related information. I can be reached at 1-800-337-7368 as well.

Hileman Real Estate, Inc. is the No. 1 Independent Broker in Ocean Pines, MD and cooperates with all brokers in the local MLS.

It's Time to Buy!

Buyer's Market Update

Well now that 2008 is finally over, I thought I would update my Blog to show the sales trends in Ocean Pines since 1995.

As you can see there have been a lot of home sold over the years and as expected 2008 had the lowest amount sold since I have been tracking.

Our current inventory shows 244 single family homes on the market in Ocean Pines and prices have returned to more affordable levels.

This is great news for first-time buyers entering the market place. With interest rates at historic lows and the current $7500 first time buyer federal tax credit, we should all be encouraging anyone we know that qualifies to take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity. Many of you out there have children that can now afford the dream of homeownership.

If you need more information about purchasing a home or any other real estate related question, please feel free to give me a call at 410-726-4260. I will be happy to talk with you.

Visit my website where you will find FREE Buyer and Seller Tips at www.sharoncurtiss.com.