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Nicholas Bobenko

Escalation Clauses

Escalation Clauses for Real Estate Sales in Ocean City, Maryland

When the Ocean City real estate market or a particular property sale within it become highly competitive, buyers often look for ways to make their purchase offers stand out.  One popular and effective way to do this is by utilizing escalation clauses.  Escalation clauses make a buyer's offer more attractive by automatically increasing their [...]

Buyer Closing Costs

Buyer's Closing Costs for Ocean City Real Estate

Closing costs are the fees and charges associated with purchasing real estate in Ocean City and the surrounding areas, which are in addition to the purchase price.  Closing costs will vary from real estate sale to real estate sale depending on the property type, purchase price and the overall structure of the real estate deal that was negotiated.  Understanding closing costs upfront will help you budget and account for them effectively throughout the home buying process.

Ocean City Market Report - Sept. 2024

Ocean City Real Estate Market

Below is an overview of the Ocean City real estate market that summarizes all of the key market indicators.  The overview will provide valuable insight as to how the market is performing overall and can be helpful in determining the right time to buy or sell.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the Ocean City real estate market in greater detail, feel free to contact me directly anytime at 443-614-9179 or via email below. 

Analyzing Real Estate Offers

Ocean City, Maryland Real Estate Offers

There is a lot to consider and account for when analyzing offers as the Seller of real estate in Ocean City, Maryland and the surrounding areas.  While price is typically the most important factor, there are several other important factors to consider.  Contract contingencies, closing costs, contract timeframes and Buyer qualifications will [...]

Ocean City Market Report - Jan. 2024

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This bi-montly report provides an overview of all of the key indicators for the Ocean City, Maryland real estate market.  This report will advise you on how the market is performing overall and can aid in determining the right time to buy or sell.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the Ocean City real estate market in greater detail, feel free to contact me directly anytime at 443-614-9179.

Choosing a Realtor

Ocean City Realtor

Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions that you will ever go through.  The Realtor you choose to work with will have a considerable impact on this transaction and the overall process.  You deserve to have an experienced, knowledgable advisor by your side to help you navigate through this process.  When choosing [...]

Determining Price

Ocean City Real Estate Prices

Setting the listing price for your property is one of the most important steps in the listing process.  If you set the price too high you will have limited showing activity and your home will sit on the market.  If you price the property too low you could be leaving thousands of dollars on the table.  A well priced home will generate competitive offers and sell within a reasonable amount of time for the highest price possible.

Buyer's Market vs Seller's Market

Ocean City, Maryland Real Estate Market

I am frequently asked whether it is a Buyer's market or Seller's market and what the demarcation line is for real estate in Ocean City, Maryland and the surrounding coastal communities.  In this article I will explain Buyer's markets, Seller's markets, how they are established and what you can expect in each one.

Ocean City Market Report - Sept. 2023

Ocean City Real Estate Inventory - Sept. 2023

Active Listings

There are currently 187 homes, townhomes and condos for sale in Ocean City, MD, which represents a 47% increase in inventory over 2022.

 

Active Listing Prices

The average active listing price in Ocean City is $721,000 and the median listing price is $535,000.  The median listing price for the year in Ocean City is $529,000, [...]

Who Represents Who

Ocean City Real Estate Agency Representation

Before you start looking at homes and condos for sale in Ocean City, Maryland or enter into any type of real estate agreement it is helpful to know which real estate agents represent who in any given real estate transaction.

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