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Weekend Fun Ahead

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Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are two FREE events to choose from:

Maker Faire Silver Spring

Maker Faire Silver Spring is a free, family-friendly event that brings together Makers of all types for a spectacular display of art, science, technology, craft and engineering. It is being presented by KID Museum, a prototype museum space at the Bethesda Library in Montgomery County which aims to cultivate creativity, curiosity and compassion through exhibits and hands-on learning for children of all ages. Maker Faire will be held at the Silver Spring Civic Center on on Sunday, September 20 from 12:00-5:00pm.

Takoma Park Folk Festival

It’s the 38th Annual Takoma Park Folk Festival! Enjoy six stages of music featuring over 50 musical performances, along with food vendors and artisan booths. Relax and take in a day of music, dance, crafts, food and community. TPFF will be held at Takoma Park MS on Sunday September 20, 2015 from 10:30am – 6:30pm.

Refresh, Renovate or Relocate?

Do you love your home and neighborhood but feel like you’ve run out of space? Do you renovate and build an addition, or move to a home that “has it all”?  Many times homeowners aren’t sure what options are realistic. Then comes the nitty gritty, how do you best finance your dream home or renovation?

Join Go Brent Team’s Cari Jordan for a Home Expo on Tuesday, March 3 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Community Center.

Cari lives in Silver Spring’s Woodmoor neighborhood and undertook a home renovation and addition about five years ago. As a local Realtor, she also regularly counsels homeowners in area neighborhoods (think Woodmoor, Highland View, Indian Spring, and Four Corners) who are considering major renovation projects. Cari has gathered several experts who will be on hand to answer your specific questions and help you weigh your options:

  • Paul Dickie, Owner – Winfield Builders
  • Amy Stacy, Architect/Owner – Stacy Studio
  • Chad Loube, SVP/Regional Manager – Talmer Bank & Trust (NMLS #675038)

It’s an open house format so drop by anytime.

Questions? Contact Cari@GoBrentTeam.com

Go Brent Team Winter Clothing Drive

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It was amazing how warm it was yesterday — it was downright balmy. Well that warmth was certainly gone today. This cold and rainy day was a reminder of last year’s dreary winter, which was the impetus for Go Brent Team’s winter clothing drive. We kicked off our annual drive last month and it’s well underway. We’ve already dropped off dozens of coats, hats, boots and more. Our recipients are A Wider Circle and MCPS Linkages to Learning programs at Pine Crest/Montgomery Knolls ES, Broad Acres ES and Silver Spring International MS.

We are still collecting gently used or new winter items. If you have items to donate, message us on Facebook or send us an email. You can leave items on your doorstep and one of our team members will swing by to pick up! Since both A Wider Circle and Linkages to Learning support the entire family, we can accept any winter items ranging from infant to adult sizes.

We’ll continue collecting donations through January in an effort to keep our neighbors warm!

Go Brent Team Welcomes Kathleen Dobson

Go Brent Team is excited to introduce the newest member of the team, Kathleen Dobson. As our marketing assistant, Kathleen will help coordinate Go Brent Team’s listings as well as assist with other marketing efforts. Her time will be divided between the office and working at GBT properties throughout Silver Spring, Takoma Park, and Kensington.

Go Brent Team and A Wider Circle

Kathleen previously worked in the field of recruitment and business development including eight years at the New Zealand Embassy where she met her husband Jason (who hails from New Zealand). She’s lived in the DC area for 24 years, eight of those in Woodside Park. Her sons, Aidan and Liam, attend Woodlin Elementary School.

Kathleen previously held a MD Real Estate license and speaks both Spanish and French! She’s been busy coordinating our annual winter clothing drive, picking up donations from clients and delivering them to A Wider Circle and the Linkages to Learning Centers at Montgomery Knolls/Pinecrest ES, Broad Acres ES, and Silver Spring International MS. We’ll be collecting items all winter so if you have a donation to make, email Kathleen to arrange for pickup.

Welcome Kathleen!

Go Brent Team Winter Coat/Clothing Drive

Last year Go Brent Team collected hundreds of winter items including new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, scarves and boots. All of the items were delivered to Downcounty Consortium schools’ Linkages to Learning programs and A Wider Circle.

We are kicking off our annual drive this week and would like your help. How?Gather gently used or new items; message us on Facebook or send us an email. You can leave items on your doorstep and one of our team members will swing by to pick up! Since both A Wider Circle and Linkages to Learning support the entire family, we can accept any winter items ranging from infant to adult sizes. Last year we also collected $500 in donations and purchased hat and glove sets for elementary school kids. If you prefer to make a donation, send us a message and we’ll coordinate pick up. We’ll continue collecting items and donations through January.

The Farmer’s Almanac is calling for a colder, wetter winter so let’s band together and keep our neighbors warm!

Check out our Community Partners

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Go Brent Team is proud to be on the forefront of the local scene, serving our neighbors in this wonderfully diverse and interesting community. We’ve been working here for almost two decades now and we’ve forged strong and long-lasting relationships with other nearby friends, helpers and businesspeople. Check out our Community Partners page featuring a few of the dependable locals we count on to keep things running smoothly. Our page is a good starting place if you’ve got a “honey-do” list that isn’t getting done, need a paint color consult, are planning a home renovation or garden make-over,  or just looking for someone nearby who’s reliable. And remember, if you are looking for expert advice on the real estate market, reach out to Go Brent Team. Of course we work with buyers and sellers, but we also offer homeowners free consultations. We can discuss topics ranging from home renovations to mortgage refinancing to selling vs. renting and more. Need info on a free consult? Click here!

Go Brent Team Part-time Position Available

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Go Brent Team, the area’s top real estate team, is looking to fill a part-time job that can grow with the right person. We are looking for someone who is independent, discreet, efficient, organized, can multi-task, and is familiar generally with Montgomery County, and specifically with Silver Spring, Kensington and Takoma Park. Applicants must have their own car.

Many of the duties will require driving to our current and upcoming listings, and our local partners (printer, locksmith, etc). There will be office and computer work required as well as some client contact. Office work can be done partially out of the GBT office in downtown Silver Spring and partially from home.

Hours range from 15-25 hours per week, depending on the season. There potential for the job to grow to full-time. Pay will be hourly with mileage reimbursed.

Interested parties should contact Beth Stanton with cover letter an resume.

Go Brent Team: First Time Homebuyer’s Seminar (FREE!)

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Everyone homeowner was at one time a Newbie. Change your status from “I want to own a home, to I own a home.” You may have looked at properties online or visited open houses only to ask yourself, now what?

That’s where we come in! Talk with experts Debbie Gerald, Exclusive Buyer’s Agent with Go Brent Team, and Craig Strent, CEO of Apex Home Loans on Tuesday, October 14th in Downtown Silver Spring. Let us help prepare you to buy your dream home!

Get answers to all your questions:

  • Is now a good time to buy?
  • What should I do to prepare to buy my first home?
  • How much can I afford, what type of loan should I get, and how do I choose a lender?
  • What is a buyer’s agent and why do I need one; who pays the commission?
  • How do we write an offer on a home?
  • What are closing costs, mortgage insurance, home inspections and appraisal contingencies? What are escrow and settlement?
  • How much does this all cost?
  • How long will all of this take?

Join us for Go Brent Team and Apex Home Loan’s First Time Homebuyer’s Seminar on Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30pm – 8:00pm at the Silver Spring Civic Center at 1 Veteran’s Plaza, Colesville Room in Downtown Silver Spring. The event is free and there’s no obligation. Register here – see you then!

Montgomery Co Tax Bills Are Coming – Are You Receiving the Homestead Tax Credit?

It’s July, for Montgomery County homeowners this means that annual and semi-annual tax bills will be arriving in your mailboxes shortly – the County estimates mailing bills in mid-July (bills will also be available via the County website).

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When you receive your bill you should look to see if you are receiving the Homestead Property Tax Credit (you’ll see “County Property Tax Credit”). This tax credit was established to help homeowners deal with large assessment increases on their principal residence. The Homestead Credit limits the increase in taxable assessments each year to a fixed percentage.

To prevent improper granting of this credit, a law was enacted in 2007 that requires all homeowners to submit a one-time application to establish eligibility for the credit. There are several criteria to be met, but the main conditions are that the property is your principal residence and you must have lived in it for at least six months of the year, including July 1 of the year for which the credit is applicable.

If you are not seeing a homestead property tax credit on your tax bill, you should determine the status of your Homestead eligibility by looking up your property on the Real Property Database. Look at the bottom of the page, where it says Homestead Application Status. If it says “No Application,” then you should reapply to capture this credit on future tax bills.

For more info, check out frequently asked questions about Homestead Property Tax Credit, or contact the Homestead unit directly at 1-866-650-8783 or sdat.homestead@maryland.gov.

1875 Historical Property For Sale in Silver Spring

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Go Brent Team is proud to list this grand historic property! This urban oasis on a quiet cul-de-sac is an engaging combination of charming architectural detail and modern conveniences. The main level offers generous room sizes and wonderful flow without sacrificing intimacy or character. The front screened porch beckons you inside to a grand living room with cozy reading nook; formal dining room; sunny family room; expansive, renovated eat-in kitchen; convenient mud room and powder room. Ascend the handsome wrap-around staircase to the upper level featuring four bedrooms, three full baths and a balcony overlooking a lovely deep back yard. The home’s crowning glory is a third story loft/office with windows on all four sides and cupola offering majestic sky-high views of the surrounding region.[wolf_flexslider ids=”736,735,733,734,739,737,740,741,730,731,748, 732″]

The landscaping is truly a delight to behold with its many unusual shrubs, mature trees and productive kitchen garden. The generous lot (almost 1/2 acre) provides a venue for large-scale entertaining or quiet afternoons of relaxation and repose.

2312 Warren Court is located near shopping, and popular neighborhood businesses and gathering places – Snider’s Grocery, Woodside Deli, York Castle Ice Cream, Silver Cycles bicycle shop, and many others. Commuting is a breeze with easy access to the Beltway, bus stops and the Forest Glen Metro (1 mile away).

View floorplans, room dimensions and virtual tour.

Take a self-guided tour and learn the background of this unique home.

To schedule a viewing, please contact Go Brent Team.