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Grow Your Downpayment in 5 Easy Steps!

Grow Your Downpayment in 5 Easy Steps!

Want to save for your Maryland home purchase while receiving a state tax break on the contributions and account earnings? A First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account can help you achieve your homeownership goals!

The benefits of a First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account can be yours in just a few easy steps. Download our new First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account handout and start saving today.

Jump Start Your Home Purchase with a First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account

Jump Start Your Home Purchase with a First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account

In 2021, Maryland REALTORS® sponsored legislation (HB 1178) to create First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts. These accounts are a way for you to save for your home purchase while receiving a state tax break on the contributions and account earnings. Here’s what you need to know.

Protecting Your Home with Flood Insurance

Protecting Your Home with Flood Insurance

Purchasing a home can be an exciting, yet overwhelming, process for first-time and seasoned homebuyers alike. This is especially true when it comes to flood risk and flood insurance. While consulting with your REALTOR® and your lender about your particular...

Appraisal Bias: What You Need to Know

Appraisal Bias: What You Need to Know

The appraisal is a critical phase in the homebuying process. How can you be sure that you receive a fair valuation of your property? And what can you do if you believe you have not received a fair appraisal due to possible discrimination? Let’s walk through the...

A Helping Hand: Maryland Announces Significant New Housing Support

A Helping Hand: Maryland Announces Significant New Housing Support

The COVID-19 pandemic showed us all just how important a home can be. While the worst of the virus is hopefully behind us, the struggle of Maryland residents to meet their mortgage and rent obligations, or to afford a home purchase, will continue. Fortunately,...

General Assembly Provides Housing Help for Marylanders

General Assembly Provides Housing Help for Marylanders

General Assembly Provides Housing Help for Marylanders The General Assembly considers and approves legislation on any number of subjects each year. However, only a handful of issues get attention in the media.  As a future or current homeowner, you may be wondering...