Southern Garrett Boys Basketball team finished second in the Maryland 1A state championship, but according to much of Garrett County, they will be forever #1. Our community in Garrett County always bands together and it was very evident at the State playoffs in College Park, MD with the sea of red and white in the stands. Also, the Southern Garrett Wrestling Squad won the State Championship again this year going undefeated! Continue reading Southern Garrett Boys Basketball Team Plays in State Championship
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Setting the Right Price For Your Deep Creek Lake Home
Setting the Right Price for your Deep Creek Lake area home is the most crucial step to real estate success. Determining the right price for your home is a difficult task. By setting your price too high, your home may become stagnate on the market. If your home is priced too low, you may lose out on thousands of dollars!
Use Your Resources – Your Agent!
What you need is someone who works in the market everyday – and that person is your agent. No one can offer you a better opinion of pricing and sales. Once your agent is familiar with your home, he or she can prepare a CMA and propose a price.
No Home is an Island …
Real estate moves in cycles. While home prices have usually risen over time, the path is unpredictable. What you will get for your home – and the time it will take to get it – depend on the overall market.
No Tears.
Be objective about your home when determining price. Remember, it is not relevant what you paid, how long you lived there, or how much you adore the property. The important consideration is what it will do in the market.
Is Your Home Overbuilt?
Generally, nicer homes yield higher sales prices. However, the closer you get to the top of the market, that theory may change. Overbuilt homes rarely sell within the price range it appears that they should. Buyers in the price range of the overbuilt home are generally interested in more upscale communities, while the typical buyer for the area cannot afford to pay a significantly higher price. Unfortunately, sellers with homes that are overbuilt will end up accepting less than they think they should.
The Deep Creek Market
Your Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales real estate agent is here to help you! Helping you reach your goal is their number #1 objective. In order to do that, your home MUST be priced properly. **Here’s an interesting fact, over the past year in Deep Creek Lake, homes with lower days on market sold for an average of 95% of list price. Homes with longer days on market only got an average of 90% of list price. What are the obvious takeaways? If your home is priced at or slightly below market value, you will sell faster and for more money! If your home is over-priced, it will take longer to sell and you will not get as much at closing. The average sales price for Deep Creek Lake homes is $500,000. Based on our list to close calculations, if you price this home incorrectly, you may lose as much at $50,000 in negotiations! No one wants that. When you’re ready to list your home, schedule an in depth consultation with a Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales agent, they will guide you through the pricing process and make sure that you get the most money possible for your home!
**Data from BrightMLS – deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed
Special thanks to Beverly Everett, guest contributor!
Beverly Everett
Email: Beverly@DeepCreekVacations.com
Phone: 301-387-4700
Cell: 301-616-4805
Most people recognize Bob and Beverly Everett from simply hearing them utter a single word. Their deep Southern drawl is as unmistakable as their down-home hospitality and charming friendliness. Not only does this respected local business team with over 15 years experience in real estate speak with a unique accent – it’s simple in the Everett’s nature to accentuate the positive. One way they do this is by making the most of the great life they’ve discovered here.
January 2019 Real Estate Rundown By Jay Ferguson
“There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” – Mark Twain
My name is Jay Ferguson and I am one of the owners of the real estate division of Taylor Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales. I am entering my 19th year in the real estate business here in Garrett County and at Deep Creek Lake. If you are interested, you can find out more about me personally and my background here.
I will be writing a monthly blog post about our local real estate market, sharing & interpreting statistics and offering some insights into the market as a whole…as I see it. These are my personal thoughts and musings about the market in general and are not intended as anything more specific.
Lastly, every stat I reference is based on the official stats published by Bright MLS on or around the 15th of each month. My plan is to give you straightforward stats, analysis and let you interpret what you read. This first post will be longer than most, as I have more background to cover to bring you up to speed.
January 2019 Real Estate Rundown
So, without further ado, lets jump into some numbers!
2018 was an off-year compared to the robust numbers we experienced in 2017. The market was down in almost every measurable category. Total sales volume (-12.36%) and average sales price (-6.78%) both dropped over the past year. The total number of units sold was down nearly 6%. Continue reading January 2019 Real Estate Rundown By Jay Ferguson
Upcoming Deep Creek Lake Holiday Events
Updated 12/8/2018 Deep Creek Lake holiday events keep things festive in the mountain of Western Maryland throughout late November and early December. If you love unique, local art or are looking for fun kids’ activities, you won’t be disappointed.
It is easy to catch the spirit of the season when you experience fun activities with friends and family. The best way to start is to choose your perfect mountain home – maybe one with a cozy fireplace or bubbling outdoor hot tub – and then plan your trip around one of these favorite Deep Creek Lake holiday events.
FESTIVAL OF TREES GARRETT COUNTY
November 23-24 at the Garrett County Fairgrounds, 10AM-6PM
Benefitting the Dove Center, there are lots of family activities to enjoy. Breakfast with Santa, crafts, face painting, and more will keep the kids entertained. Plus, you can shop for holiday gifts from local artisans and vendors. Beautifully decorated trees are found throughout the exhibit hall, and they are auctioned off at 6PM on Saturday as the grand finale. MORE INFO Continue reading Upcoming Deep Creek Lake Holiday Events
Spotlight On Wings & Wheels Fly-In at the Garrett County Airport
The Garrett County Airport hosts the Wings & Wheels Fly-In each August. The 2018 date is August 18th. It is a free event that is fun for the entire family!
Event Details
Come out to the Garrett County Airport from 10AM-3PM! It is a rare chance to get up close and personal with airplanes and classic cars. In the past, there have been biplanes, small jets, restored warbirds and many other models. Also, you can see helicopters and emergency vehicles. The Mountain Top Cruisers Car Club from Oakland brings antique cars, hot rods and dragsters from the 1950s to the present.
Food vendors are on-site and there is usually a candy drop for the kids! Continue reading Spotlight On Wings & Wheels Fly-In at the Garrett County Airport
Garrett County Fair Schedule Quick Guide for 2018
Check out the Garrett County Fair schedule! Make plans to enjoy this favorite Deep Creek Lake area summer event.
Fair week is a popular time for Deep Creek Lake vacations. Our homes usually fill up early. There is something for every age and interest. From fun rides and great food to exciting events and adorable animals, families can experience the best of Garrett County. Check out our top 5 favorite things to see and do at the fair.
The Garrett County Fair also gives visitors a glimpse into Garrett County’s agricultural community. It is a key part of the area’s heritage. Many local children are involved in 4-H and enter animals that they raise. This is a family tradition that goes back decades.
Keep in mind that this schedule is tentative and is subject to change. You can check the Garrett County Agriculture Fair Facebook page to get the latest information.
Garrett County Fair Schedule for 2018
Continue reading Garrett County Fair Schedule Quick Guide for 2018
July Update: Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
The summer Real Estate market at Deep Creek Lake has been hot, hot, hot!
Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
Our sales team has been BUSY this month! We’ve listed 26 Garrett County homes (that’s a 37% increase over the same time period in 2017!). Our team has also helped more of our clients get contracts and closings this month than this same time last year. In addition to working hard listing and selling, our agents have been ROCKING open houses. This month alone, they have held 16 open houses! Their hard work is definitely paying off…
Deep Creek Lake Real Estate Market Update
Even through our busy summer months, inventory continues to be at low across the 5 year average. With less than 500 homes on the market for buyers to choose from, buyers feel an increased sense of urgency, and sellers are seeing fewer days on market and closer margins between listing and selling price. *Homes sold in 2018 have closed an average of 46 days faster than the same time period in 2017!*
Continue reading July Update: Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
June Update: Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
The June market update includes some exciting Deep Creek Lake real estate news!
Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
We are pleased to announce that our real estate team has grown with the addition of seventeen new agents. Many are accomplished agents with proven track records in Deep Creek Lake real estate.
By leveraging a strong knowledge base, years of experience in the local market and cutting-edge technology, experiences for both agents and clients will continue to soar moving forward.
Deep Creek Lake Real Estate Market Update
As the summer market grows, so does our office. In addition to adding new agents, we are also expanding our office space. While that is good news, so is the average sales price on lake area homes. Coming in at $569,620 for the month of May, we are seeing a 10% increase over last year at this same time. This summer is going to be hot! Inventory continues to be trending lower that the previous years.
Continue reading June Update: Deep Creek Lake Real Estate News
What’s New at Deep Creek Lake – 2018 Edition
Discover what’s new at Deep Creek Lake! We have started compiling our 2018 list of new activities, eateries and events in the Deep Creek Lake area. Check back often for updates!
The next time you are in town, stop by one of these fine establishments:
Monkey Business Adventure Park – 1-866-DCL-SOAR
This aerial adventure park opened last fall and has had folks monkeying around ever since! Their ziplines offer amazing lake views, and they have something for almost every age and ability level. They recently added an arcade too!
The Rolling Pin Bakery – 301-746-8500
From delicious deli sandwiches to amazing baked goods, The Rolling Pin in Accident is quickly becoming a local favorite. Be sure to try their donuts!
Sacred Ground Mining Company
Mine for “gems” in Sacred Grounds lake front sluice. This is a fun family activity that is perfect for the little ones in your group. Plus, you can browse for jewelry and Deep Creek souvenirs next store or grab some ice cream at the Lakeside Creamery.
Escape Games at Wisp Resort – 301-387-4911
The theme for their summer game is “Detention Breakout”! This is a reality game where you are put in a room and must use team work and problem solving to complete puzzles with clues, hints and strategy to ‘escape’ the room in a set amount of time.
The Manor Steakhouse
Opening in late spring 2018, this Oakland landmark is under new ownership. Serving lunch, dinner, drinks and Sunday brunch, their menu is yet to be unveiled but will feature the freshest of ingredients.
Sang Run State Park
Deep Creek’s seventh state park opened last fall. Formerly a farm, there are 77 acres to explore that include an old-fashioned general store and access to the Youghiogheny River. Volunteers open the Friend’s Store each Monday in July and August to sell locally hand made crafts and food snacks reminiscent of country living and trade stories of the history of the area. There are also guided hikes that are led by naturalists from DCL State Park. Check the Discover Center website for more details.
The Casselman Bakery & Cafe – 301-895-5055
Enjoy a wide variety of fresh homemade breads and desserts along with hearty breakfast & lunch options, and a salad and homemade soup bar. Continue reading What’s New at Deep Creek Lake – 2018 Edition
Vacation Rental Design Tips
Vacation rental design can have a big impact on your bottom line. Whether you are furnishing a new home or refreshing your current rental property, it can be a challenging task to tackle on your own.
Vacation rental design Guide
We put together this vacation rental design guide to give you a good understanding of how to get the most “bang for your buck”. Smart investments in your home can put you on the right track to get more reservations and guests who return year-after-year.
Even if you think of yourself as someone with good taste, it is always good to get another point of view. Our team can help you make good choices. You can also enlist a friend to give you an objective opinion or suggestions.
