This Weekend Energy Star Appliances are Tax Free

Posted on February 18, 2012 by admin

Are you in the market for new Energy Star appliances for your home or investment property? This weekend, February 18 – 20 the 6% Maryland sales tax will not be applied to select Energy Star appliances. Combine the sales tax savings with energy rebates from BGE and you could save hundreds of dollars this weekend! Not to mention the money you’ll save annually on your utility bill.

For more information and a list of eligible purchases visit the Maryland Comptroller’s website at http://www.marylandtaxes.com/ShopMD_2011/default.asp


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Savor, Sip & Style Luxury Home Show This Saturday and Sunday at Turf Valley Resort

Posted on February 17, 2012 by admin

Be our VIP Guest this weekend at Turf Valley’s Savor, Sip & Style Luxury Home Show where you can view the latest in luxury design. And for those over the age of 21, the Luxury Home Show offers exciting tasting options. Fine wines, liquors and artisan craft beers will be paired with tastings from some of the area’s best restaurants to satisfy every palate.

There will also be an opportunity to meet legendary real estate agent, Elaine Northrop, and purchase an autographed copy of her book entitled, “Create Your Own Fate.” Elaine’s book signing will take place Saturday & Sunday, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM.

Elaine Northrop started her career in real estate over 40 years ago, with no experience, no name, and no money – just a belief in herself. The principals in her book can propel you from poverty to prosperity. Join Elaine as she hosts a 15-20 minute Showcase Presentation on Sunday, February 19th at 11:30am in the Wedgewood Ballroom.

Download your FREE VIP ticket now and be sure to stop by our booth for fantastic giveaways and enter to win a fabulous prize! Want to know what we’re raffling off? Check out our Facebook page tomorrow morning at www.facebook.com/creignorthropteam

Event Details:
Saturday, February 18th & Sunday, February 19th from 11:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Turf Valley Resort – 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD

Stay tuned for more upcoming events at www.northropteam.com/events


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Travis Mack joins The Creig Northrop Team as a Home Marketing Consultant

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

We offer complimentary home staging to every seller with an experienced staging professional dedicated to care for each home and each homeowner. We call this role a “Home Marketing Consultant.” They provide a staging consultation, coordinate the photo shoot and virtual tour, write advertising copy, identify the best features and photos for marketing, and ultimately help our listings sell fast and for top dollar!

 

The Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster Travis MackAbout Travis: Travis began his education at Michigan State University studying Studio Art with a major focus in painting and design.  He has a career that has lead him through the fashion industry, merchandising and interior design.  He comes to The Creig Northrop Team with a wide knowledge of home flooring design and a passion for customer service.  As a Home Marketing Consultant Travis brings a personal touch and great care to each client and their needs.

Meet our team of Home Marketing Consultants.


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The Creig Northrop Team “Zaching”

Posted on February 14, 2012 by admin

Creig Northrop Team Zaching

The Creig Northrop Team of Long & Foster’s Howard County office showed their support for Zach Lederer, an 18 year old Howard County resident fighting brain cancer for the second time, by “Zaching” in their Clarksville Office this morning. Zaching, the 2012 version of Tebowing, was coined by Zach Lederer and his family after a strongman pose photo of Zach was uploaded to Facebook.

“Zach’s strength and courage to overcome Cancer is an inspiration to us all” said Creig Northrop, “my wife Carla, myself and my team send our thoughts and prayers to the Lederer family for a complete recovery.”

To see more Zaching photos, visit zaching.tumblr.com, and read more about Zach’s story on the Columbia Patch.


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A Busy Open House Kick-Off Weekend

Posted on February 14, 2012 by admin

Creig Northrop Team Maryland Open HouseDespite the weekend’s wintery mix, our Open House Kick-Off Weekend was a huge success! Our Sales Agents welcomed many potential buyers through over 30 new listings this past Saturday and Sunday. Attendees were offered FREE tickets to the highly-anticipated Savor, Sip & Style Luxury Home Show at Turf Valley this coming weekend. If you were unable to attend one of our open houses and would like your free ticket please call our Director of Marketing, Laura Reese, at 410-531-0321 while supplies last.


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Upcoming Home Shows You Don’t Want To Miss!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by admin

Montgomery County Community Home Show

Creig Northrop Team Montgomery County Community Home Show 301-770-0760Mark your calendars for this one-stop opportunity for homeowners to meet with area professionals concerning all aspects of their homes. In addition, welcome HGTV Holmes Inspection Star, Damon Bennett, who on Saturday will be hosting a home improvement seminar. This show truly has something for everyone!

Saturday, February 11th from 10:00am to 7:00pm & Sunday, February 12th from 11:00am to 5:00pm.

Location: Universities at Shady Grove Conference Center – 9630 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD

Savor, Sip, & Style, Luxury Home Show at Turf Valley Resort

Pick up your FREE ticket to Turf Valley’s Savor, Sip, & Style Luxury Home Show at a Northrop Team Open House this weekend!* In addition to viewing the latest in luxury design, there will be an opportunity to meet legendary real estate agent, Elaine Northrop, and purchase an autographed copy of her book entitled, “Create Your Own Fate.” Elaine’s Book Signing will take place Saturday & Sunday, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM.

Elaine Northrop started her career in real estate 40 years ago, with no experience, no name, and no money – just a belief in herself. The principals in her book can propel you from poverty to prosperity. Join Elaine as she hosts a 15-20 minute Showcase Presentation on Sunday, February 19th at 11:30am in the Wedgewood Ballroom. And for those over the age of 21, the Luxury Home Show offers exciting tasting options. Fine wines, liquors and artisan craft beers will be paired with tastings from some of the area’s best restaurants to satisfy every palate. Stop by our booth for fantastic giveaways and enter to win a fabulous prize!

Saturday, February 18th & Sunday, February 19th from 11:00am to 5:00pm

Location: Turf Valley Resort – 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD
*Free Tickets Available, While Supplies Last*

Stay tuned for more upcoming events at www.northropteam.com/events


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We’re Right Around the Corner!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by admin

How far do you have to go to find the Nation’s #1 Real Estate Team?* We’ve moved our Carroll County Office to be more convenient for our customers! You can now find us at the corner of Circle Drive and MD Route 32, right across from the Park and Ride.

Creig Northrop Team 1036 Circle Drive Sykesville MD 21784 410-549-2200 Not in Carroll County? We have offices in Howard County and Montgomery County too! Stop in and visit us today for all of your real estate needs!

*According to Wall Street Journal, Lore Magazine, & Real Trends

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Join Elaine Northrop at the Savor, Sip, & Style Luxury Home Show at Turf Valley

Posted on February 2, 2012 by admin

Join Creig Northrop and Elaine Northrop at the Savor, Sip, & Style Luxury Home Show at Turf Valley Resort

Be sure to stop by our booth at the Savor, Sip, & Style Luxury Home Show at Turf Valley Resort to meet legendary Maryland Real Estate Agent Elaine Northrop, and purchase an autographed copy of her new book entitled “Create Your Own Fate.”

Elaine Northrop’s Book Signing will take place Saturday & Sunday, February 18-19 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM.

Creig Northrop Sip Savor Style Logo

For more details on the Savor, Sip & Style Luxury Home Show or to purchase tickets visit http://www.turfvalley.com/events/savor-sip-style


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The New Look of Luxury

Posted on January 31, 2012 by admin

For years, The Creig Northrop Team has had an exclusive affiliation with Long & Foster Extraordinary Properties® and Christie’s International Real Estate. These three brands have always held a strong position in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area.

Creig Northrop Team Maryland Luxury Real Estate SignAll $1,000,000 plus listings will now have a “New Look of Luxury” Extraordinary Properties sign co-branded with Christie’s International Real Estate, giving our listings instant recognition as being represented by the #1 Team in the Nation, and leader of luxury home sales throughout the Mid-Atlantic and globally. With the new signage, we’re confident your house will stand out from the competition.


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Recent Reports Indicate Optimism for Housing Market

Posted on January 30, 2012 by admin

Numerous sources are referring to 2010-2012 as a generational buying opportunity.

You may have noticed over the course of the last month or so, we’re starting to see some optimism growing in the housing market. Media outlets are including forward-looking sentiments in their housing-related reports rather than focusing on the past conditions, and many reporters are starting to talk about this year and next year as being likely to outperform 2011.

As optimistic sentiment continues to gain momentum in the marketplace, I thought I would share a few key points. The fundamentals of the housing market remain strong: interest rates are low, consumer confidence is strengthening and housing affordability remains high.

US Consumer Sentiment Increasing

US Consumer Sentiment Increasing

Interest Rates at Record Lows

Interest Rates at Record Lows

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest Rates at Record Lows

 

 

 

 

 

 

Housing Affordability Remains High

Housing Affordability Remains High

 

 

 

 

 

 

US Economy Growing Faster

US Economy Growing Faster


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