Long and Foster AUCTIONS, TOP Auctioneers in Maryland

BENEFITS TO THE SELLER WHEN AUCTIONING THROUGH LONG AND FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC. :

-Buyers come prepared to buy a Home in Maryland, Baltimore County, Harford County and Surrounding areas.

-Quick disposal reduces long-term carrying costs, including taxes & maintenance

-Assurance that the property will be sold at true market value

-Exposes the property to a large number of pre-qualified prospects

-Accelerates the sale

-Creates competition among buyers - auction price can exceed the price of a negotiated sale

-Requires potential buyers to pre-qualify for financing

-The seller knows exactly when the property will sell

-Eliminates numerous and unscheduled showings

-Takes the seller out of the negotiation process

-Ensures an aggressive marketing program provided by Robert B. McArtor that increases interest and visibility

BENEFITS TO THE BUYER:

-Smart investments are made as properties are usually purchased at fair market value through competitive bidding

-The buyer knows the seller is committed to sell

-In multi-property auctions the buyer sees many offerings in the same place at the same time

-Buyers determine the purchase price

-Auctions eliminate long negotiation periods

-Auctions reduce time to purchase property

-Purchasing and closing dates are known

-Buyers know they are competing fairly and on the same terms as all other buyers

-Buyers receive comprehensive information on property via information packet

BENEFITS TO THE REALTOR®:

-Generates a list of ready, qualified buyers

-Offers clients and customers new selling and purchasing options

-Increases revenue and market share

-Develops your own market niche

-Assurance that property will be sold at true market value

-Property is sold within a relatively short period of time

-Exposes the property to many potential purchasers

-Auctions bring people in to look at all your listings, not just the auction listing

-Successful auctions result in referrals and return business

-Agents can earn commissions as referring agent/broker, cooperating agent/broker, or as the listing agent/broker You can choose now to market, sell and close in a 30 - 45 day time frame, freeing up your cash

When Selling Real Estate in Maryland, Robert B. McArtor, Licensed Real Estate Auctioneer and Long and Foster Real Estate Agent can assist you in the liquidation of your un-wanted property. Call him now Toll FREE 1-877-421-SOLD. Get the Advantage in the marketplace your property deserves!

REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS, AUCTIONEERS in HARFORD COUNTY, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND

REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS, AUCTIONEERS in MARYLAND, BALTIMORE
Advantages For Sellers Using Robert B. McArtor in Maryland, Harford County, Baltimore

WHEN IT IS TIME TO SELL...YOU WANT TO MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION! Making the decision to Auction your Home or Real Estate can be stressful. There are many companies you can choose from such as A.J. Billig, Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Harvey West Auctioneers, Express Auctioneers, Auction Brokers and others.

Advantage Real Estate Auctioneers is the only company however to offer FREE Visual Panoramic Tours On-Line to assist a Bidder determining whether they will attend the Auction.

Robert B. McArtor has also made an aggressive sales performance guarantee, "Your Home SOLD by Public Auction ow We Pay You $1,000 CASH"

Making the decision of HOW to sell your Real Estate can be confusing and stressful. The decision you make can impact the return you receive on your invested dollars in several important ways. At Advantage Real Estate Auction Sales we realize what an important business decision this is for you. We have been there!

FOUR METHODS OF SELLING YOUR HOME IN BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, HARFORD COUNTY, Cecil County

"BROKERED LISTING" You list the property with your local real estate office. Listing can be time-consuming and inconvenient. Unscheduled and unplanned for showings, requiring that the property be in a constant state of model home preparedness. Unqualified buyers who just want to see how you live. Closing dates are up in the air because you don't know when it will sell. Negotiations can drag out while the buyer tries to wait you out. The buyer is usually in control.

"FOR SALE BY OWNER" You prepare the property. You write the ad, you have photographs done, you design the ad, you have the film made, you place the ads at retail cost, you take the calls, you try to pre-qualify the calls, you send out information, you follow-up, you try to schedule the appointments, you show the property. You wait. You place more ads. The Buyer is always in control.

"INVESTOR SALE" Either through brokered sale or "For Sale by Owner" you choose to discount the property heavily and sell to an investor. This method can cut carrying costs and significantly reduce the selling time.

"AUCTION SALE" IN MARYLAND, HARFORD COUNTY, BALTIMORE"The Auction method is enjoyed by thousands of homesellers each year who watch their properties professionally marketed both locally and regionally, eliminating the frustrations of the other selling methods and retaining the benefits.

REALTORS, AGENTS, RELOCATING to APG and BRAC RELOCATION SPECIALISTS

ABERDEEN REALTORS, AGENTS, RELOCATING to APG and BRAC SPECIALISTS, HARFORD COUNTY
RELOCATING TO ABERDEEN, APG and BRAC RELOCATION SPECIALISTS, REALTORS, REAL ESTATE AGENTS
Aberdeen is home to the U.S. Army's Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG). The proving ground was established by Act of Congress and came into operation in January 1918. The proving ground occupies more than 72,500 acres in Harford County. More than 7,500 civilians and 5,000 military personnel work at APG. Because of BRAC, Robert McArtor and his Auction and Real Estate Staff have been busy with helping civilians relocate to the Maryland, Harford County, Cecil County, Baltimore Areas. Auctions have become a viable option when purchasing homes in these areas. Maryland HOMES Team with Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc. is proud to be of service to anyone affected by BRAC. If you are looking for a home in these areas, you can become one of our VIP Buyers are start receiving listings TODAY that match your home buying criteria.
Under the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) program announced in 2005, Aberdeen will see an influx of people relocating to the area. If you are interested in purchasing your next home through the auction method or simply looking for an Active property on the market. Robert B. McArtor and his team is here to assist you in your relocation needs.
If you are looking for an experience REALTOR, Real Estate Agent or Auctioneer serving the Baltimore, Harford County, Baltimore City and Cecil County Area, your search has ended. Whether you are Relocating to Maryland, Buying a Home, Selling a Home or considering the Auction Method of Marketing your property. Robert McArtor, REALTOR with Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc. and noted Licensed Auctioneer is here to serve you. Have your questions answered immediately by calling him direct. As a gift to you, please visit my REALTOR website and recieve FREE Reports on Buying and Selling a Home in Maryland.

REALTORS® are taking a second look at the Auction Method

REALTORS® are taking a second look at the Auction Method

Robert B. McArtor, REALTOR® with Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc. and Noted Real Estate Auctioneer in Maryland has been working with and educating Real Estate Agents on the Auction Method of Marketing since 1991. “It was tough in the beginning”, Robert explains the early days, “Why would an agent want to turn a client over to an Auctioneer? Don’t they just sell antiques, cars and furniture?”.

According to the National Association of Auctioneers, Residential real estate auctions continue to be one of the fastest growing segments of the live auction industry with an estimated growth of 3.1% since the end of the second quarter. Total real estate revenues for 2006 include: Residential Real Estate ($16.0 billion), Commercial/Industrial ($15.0 billion), and Land/Agricultural ($25.3 billion).

Now with a changing market, Auctions have become a popular method among aggressive sellers to sell their property. “This is certainly a win-win situation for everyone involved……Sellers need to sell their house, Agents want a commission, the Auctioneer utilizes the Auction Method to market the property and the entire process ends at the settlement table in less than 60 days.”

Robert McArtor has been Auctioning Real Estate since he was 21 years old. Now, at the age of 37, he is celebrating 16 years in the business and recently realized over $25 Million in sales in 2007 alone. “Between foreclosure auctions, home owner ordered sales, this has been a very busy year………we are expecting to see a tremendous rise in auctions through-out the Baltimore-Metro area.” Mr. McArtor says that more and more Sellers are frustrated with the lack of Buyers in the market place and are looking for a quick sale. With the Auction Method, the Seller can sell their home in “As-Is” condition with a non-contingent contract, eliminate high carrying costs and settle in as little as 30 days. “I love explaining the Auction Method to Realtors®. Once they have the knowledge, it’s simply a matter of suggesting an Auction to a qualified client”. Robert goes on to say, “The fact that I am also a REALTOR® and subscribe to a Strict Code of Ethics makes the Real Estate Practitioner and Client feel comfortable…..this is just an additional marketing tool the agent can use and get PAID to use it!”

Robert B. McArtor can be reached through his website, http://www.mdauctionsales.com/ or Directly at

2007 Real Estate Auctions...what OUR clients are saying about us!

"Robert McArtor has one of the most informative Real Estate Auction websites around, my husband and I were certainly encouraged by what he said to us. This is a difficult market and he seemed to have a marketing plan that met our needs." Josephine W. - Bel Air, Maryland

"After discussing at length (our property) with Mr. McArtor, we decided the Auction Method was not the best method for our home in Baltimore. No one else explained it quite like he did...... Our property was best served with a traditional.....aggressive marketing approach with Long and Foster Real Estate of which he handled for us."Michael S. - Cockeysville, MD.

"Robert, as a REALTOR here in Baltimore, I have never heard the Auction Method explained the way you and your Team with Long and Foster Real Estate shared........we were certainly impressed........We learned how we could profit ourselves and our clients by using the Auction Method......I am looking forward to using you and your services this Spring." - Allan W. - Keller Williams Real Estate

" I wanted to thank you personally for helping us with the sale of our home in Harford County. After the Auction, we were not surprised of the out-come. Just as you recommended, you marketed our home on your website.......along with the Visual Tour.....I still can't believe you were able to negotiate $35,000 more for our property......your expertise is just what we needed to sell our home. We auctioned my Mother's Estate using your services and just new you would be the best one for the job" Robert J. - Havre de Grace, Maryland

" Robert, I do not know what to say except "Thank You", I found your auction website on the internet and took the opportunity by referring you to my friends in Harford County. They were facing foreclosure. Your timely marketing strategy allowed them to delay the foreclosure AND get money at the settlement table. That was the best phone call I made.......Thank you again." - Stephanie M. - Ican Realty Group

Real Estate Auctions for REO Managers

Baltimore, MD. - Advantage Real Estate Auction Sales, LLC. a local real estate auction firm based in Maryland is pleased to announce its involvement with local Loss Mitigation, and REO asset managers to assist them with liquidating under-productive inventory.
Our full service marketing team understands the needs of REO managers. Their portfolios are filled with assets that are not offering a return for their investors and shareholders alike. They find that holding costs are high and expenses can be unbearable to incur.If you are an REO manager and would like to see Advantage Real Estate Auctions work for you in liquidating your unsold properties. Our staff is here to assist you. With over $7 Million in Auction Sales in 2007, we are the Advantage Auction Company of Choice in Maryland. "We are able to bring multiple buyers together and bid in a competitive environment to insure our clients a speedy, economical solution to their inventory without the towering costs and charges from national auction companies that may not have knowledge of the local market" Says Robert B. McArtor, Founder of Advantage Real Estate Auction Sales, LLC. Robert B. McArtor, Managing Member and Founder of Advantage Real Estate Auction Sales, LLC. has extensive experience working with banks and institutions in converting nonperforming assets into cash. He is a licensed Auctioneer in Maryland and Real Estate Agent with Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc. Robert McArtor currently has affiliates in all 50 States.For more information, contact Robert B. McArtor at 410-879-0622, or by visiting the Advantage Team on the web at http://www.harfordadvantage.com/

I found the missing puzzle piece..........

I am reminded that Auctioneers and REALTORS are not just marketers of real estate. I was asked to meet a gentleman who recently lost his wife. He asked me to consult with him on the sale of his home. The memories of this quiet home were simply too much to handle. I quickly found myself switching hats from that of a Professional Auctioneer to an Experienced Counselor. We shared some wonderful memories together, offered life experiences and was an ear for this man to speak to. I had a wonderful time.

This was obviously the LOVE of his life. It was time for me to "Say Goodbye".

I realize this blog is somewhat off topic from the norm. It is important to share that Auctioneers and REALTORS should be great listeners, not always conducting the business of real estate, but conducting the business of being people persons.

He told me he went through his life holding on to the letters "L" , "O" , "V".
When he met his wife.......she was holding the letter "E".......this finally completed him.

Executor of an Estate in Maryland

If You're The Executor of an Estate in Maryland, Baltimore

Please note: I am not an attorney and I am not offering legal advice. This is for informational purposes only. For detailed information, please seek the advice of an attorney.

You should maintain proper financial records for an estate. Document absolutely everything. The greater the detail the better. It is always easier to document and describe a transaction when it occurs than at a later date when someone is questioning the transaction.

Selecting a Bank:

Many executors simply continue to bank where they have had their personal bank accounts or where the decedent maintained bank accounts. Although this may be adequate, there may be no compelling reason to continue using either institution for the estate. Evaluate the estate's banking and financial needs and interview not only previously used institutions but others as well. Estate financial matters create different needs and can benefit from different services and departments than personal banking needs. Inquire as to what specific trust and estate services various institutions offer, how they price them and what specifically they can do to assist you in handling the estate. Many larger institutions have extremely sophisticated trust departments that can assist you in arranging financing, consolidating accounts, investment management and so forth. These services may help you hold down legal and other fees.

Accounts in Estate Name:

All transactions should be run through the estate's name and under the estate's tax identification number. Other than minor exceptions for necessary initial expenditures by you prior to the estate account being opened (each of which should be carefully documented) never commingle estate funds with your personal funds, beneficiary funds and so on. Safety checksPurchase safety checks for all estate payments. These checks have a carbonless check voucher attached. Each time you write out a check a carbonless second sheet records the transaction. Take this second sheet (called voucher copy of the check) and staple the bills or other documents supporting the payment to them. Then file these in check number order.

Document all Cash Payments:

If you choose to advance your own funds to cover an estate expense, make a copy of the check and attach copies of the supporting documents (e.g., the bill). When the estate checking account is open, you can then reimburse yourself and use the previously assembled backup to support the check. Run all financial transactions through one estate checking account. You can vastly simplify the record keeping for the estate by running all payments and deposits through a central or single estate checking account and brokerage account. Any proceeds of any nature received should be deposited in one estate checking account. Each deposit slip should be saved and the source and nature of the deposit clearly explained. Even if the estate receives a large settlement that you will invest pending distribution, first deposit it in the central estate checking account and thereafter transfer it to the estate brokerage account for investment. All investments should likewise be made in street name in a single brokerage account (unless the estate is so substantial that the insurance limits on the account will be exceeded). All payments should be made from the same account. Similarly, each check should clearly document the purpose of the check. Carefully describe every deposit, check, credit/debit memo or other transaction. Detailed descriptions will make it much easier for you, or your professionals, to identify transactions, prepare accountings and complete tax returns.

Judicial Foreclosure Auctions in Maryland, Baltimore

Judicial Foreclosure Auctions in Maryland

More than half the states allow judicial proceedings for a foreclosure. A lawsuit is brought by the lender ("mortgagee") against the borrower ("mortgagor") to acquire possession of the property (security). Like all lawsuits, it must start with a summons and complaint served on the borrower and any other parties with rights in the property. That is because all junior liens (second mortgage), including lease-hold tenancies, are wiped out if the foreclosure is successful. Superior liens include the IRS and property taxes. Those liens will survive a foreclosure sale.
Robert B. McArtor, Local Known REALTOR® and Auctioneer, owner of Advantage Real Estate Auction Sales, LLC. has been advising and representing Sellers and Buyers of Real Estate Sales for 16 years. If you have any questions concerning the Auction Method of Marketing or Buying at Auction, he can be reached by cell at 443-392-4833.

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