


The Cost of Selling a House in Maryland
If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’re probably asking two important questions: First: How much is my home worth? And second: How much will I net from the sale? The Ahrens Team will help...
Removing an Underground Oil Tank
A leaking underground storage tank can become a huge liability for an unsuspecting homeowner. Aging tanks can corrode and begin leaking oil into the surrounding soil, creating environmental contamination and...
The Right Landscaping Can Increase Your Home’s Value
Whether you’re looking to sell your home or simply improve its overall appearance, consider upgrading the landscape. Here are six tips that will boost your home’s curb appeal.
How to Mitigate the Threat of Radon Gas
Radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer. It is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, and testing is the only way to determine if it poses a danger in your home. Gary Ahrens of the Ahrens Team talks...
Jump Start Your Organizing and Simplify Your Next Move
Getting organized before selling your home will not only simplify your next move but also improve your chances of selling more quickly at a higher sale price.
How to Keep Your Home Show Ready
Once your home goes on the market, real estate agents may call to show your home anytime, day or evening. Keeping your home "showtime" ready can be challenging, especially if you have children and pets.
How to Save for a Down Payment
Thinking about buying a house within the next three years? Or a bit farther down the road? Timing is everything, and it turns out that this simple question makes a difference.
Dealing with Financing
Here are a few tips for dealing with the dollar signs so that you can take down that “for sale” sign on your new home.