The 'Real'estate Market

New Listing Euclid Mews Prices at $329,000

2009-10-02T13:25:00.000-07:00

New Listing in Kensington Open Today!

2009-09-27T08:35:00.000-07:00

Matt Murton | Coldwell Banker Residental Brokerage | 301-461-4201

10310 Drumm Ave, Kensington, MD

Great Kensington Bungelow!

3BR/1.5BA Single Family House

offered at $325,000

Year Built	1950
Sq Footage	1,413
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	1
Lot Size	5,269 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

STEPS FROM OLD TOWN KENSINGTON THIS HOME HAS BEEN BEAUTIFULLY CARED FOR BY ITS ORIGINAL OWNER. FRESH PAINT, NEW CARPET AND A GREAT OPEN FLOOR PLAN. WALKING DISTANCE TO MARC TRAIN, OLD TOWN KENSINGTON, WHEATON PLAZE, & METRO . SO CLOSE TO EVERYTHING BUT A QUIET RETREAT FOR AFTER WORK ENTERTAINING OR RELAXING!

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Fireplace	- Hardwood floor
- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room	- Breakfast nook
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Attic	- Basement	- Washer
- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Close to Marc, Metro & Shopping!

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Matt Murton

Coldwell Banker Residental Brokerage

301-461-4201

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Sep 27, 2009, 7:21am PDT

New Listing, Come and see me today 9/19 from 1-4!

2009-09-20T08:01:00.000-07:00

New Listing in the Gables! 3bedrooms for 360k

2009-05-15T07:22:00.000-07:00

New Listing in Silver Spring, 1308 Millgrove PL $399,000

2009-05-15T07:15:00.000-07:00

New Listing in Parkwood $599,000

2009-05-15T07:13:00.000-07:00

A good use of 5 minutes!

2009-05-01T07:41:00.001-07:00

The fall market is on fire in DC

2009-04-30T08:52:00.000-07:00

Good morning, after our first week of 90 degree plus weather ( ok half a week but where did spring go? ) we are reminded that it isn't just the weather that is heating up!

The past three months have been exciting. In the under million price range. We have seen multiple offers and low days on market for properties close into Washington. If you have been sitting on the fence and waiting for the under 700k market to hit rock bottom I would say we are getting very close, keep in mind that I am talking inside the beltway and that there are still over priced homes out there.

More then ever it is important to work with a realtor to male sure you are getting a good deal!

You can start your search at mattmurton.com including a foreclosure search engine.

Talk to you soon!

MORE OF 4613 EDGEFIELD RD BETHESDA MD BY MATT MURTON

2009-04-20T10:00:00.000-07:00

4613 Edgefield Rd Bethesda MD listed at $1,299,360 BY MATT MURTON

2009-04-20T09:59:00.000-07:00

Hopeful News for New Construction(in-fill) in Bethesda & Kensington

2009-02-23T05:32:00.000-08:00

Good Morning!

After looking through comps for the Bethesda & Kensington newly built(2006-2009) in-fill homes, that people have started buying again.

Prior to January 1, 2009 it had been 2 months since a new construction home had gone under contract. We were starting to wonder if the lack of financing for the 1 mil plus home purchase was drastically impacting the sales of the outstanding inventory.

With an inventory of over 60 homes priced 1 mil +, just in Kensington and Bethesda Maryland, it looked like we would never make a dent.

Jump forward to today and after the 2 month drought there appears to be a sign that something is starting to change. Currently 13 of the existing homes are now under contract and scheduled to close in the next 60 days. From ZERO to 13 is an amazing swing in activity.

Combine this new activity with the robust first time home buyer activity and the spring market is shaping up to be a great one!

What else I am seeing,

400-600 range I have witnessed multiple contracts on 5 homes in the last 3 weeks
700-900 range I have witnessed multiple contracts on 2 homes in the last 3 weeks

We are just ending February and things are warming up.

Check out my other site at www.MattMurton.com

or

Search homes HERE

Homebuyer Tax Credit

2009-02-19T05:15:00.000-08:00

Homebuyer Tax Credit – The bill provides for a $8,000 tax credit that would be available to first-time home buyers for the purchase of a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. The credit does not require repayment. Most of the mechanics of the credit will be the same as under the 2008 rules: the credit will be claimed on a tax return to reduce the purchaser's income tax liability. If any credit amount remains unused, then the unused amount will be refunded as a check to the purchaser.

More Info Here

New FHA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Loan Limits

2009-02-19T05:14:00.000-08:00

FHA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Loan Limits -The bill reinstates last year's 2008 loan limits for FHA, Freddie Mac, and Fannie Mae loans. These limits were equal to the greater of 125% of the 2008 local area median home price or $271,050 for FHA and $417,000 for Fannie and Freddie, with an overall maximum cap of $729,750. For the few areas where the 2009 limits were higher, the higher limits will apply. In addition, the bill includes language providing the HUD Secretary with the discretion, if warranted, to increase the loan limit for any “sub-area”, i.e.an area smaller than a county. The Secretary's discretion is again limited by the $729,750 cap. These 2009 limits will expire December 31, 2009.

The inclusion of these loan limit provisions in the final bill is a victory for homeowners, buyers and Realtors. While these new limits were included in version of the original stimulus bill approved by the House, the bill first approved by the Senate did not. NAR's Call for Action to both the House and the Senate prior to the final vote advocated strongly for the provisions which were then included in the final bill approved by both Chambers.

More info here

Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan

2009-02-19T05:11:00.000-08:00

Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan

On February 18, 2009, President Obama announced his Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan, designed to help up to 7-9 million families avoid foreclosure by restructuring or refinancing their mortgages. In doing so, the plan not only helps responsible homeowners behind on their payments or at risk of defaulting, but prevents neighborhoods and communities from being pulled over the edge too, as defaults and foreclosures contribute to falling home values, failing local businesses, and lost jobs.

The key components of the plan are:

1. Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) Refinancing for Up to 4 to 5 Million Responsible Homeowners with GSE loans to Make Their Mortgages More Affordable

2. A $75 Billion Homeowner Stability Initiative to Reach Up to 3 to 4 Million At-Risk Homeowners

3. Supporting Low Mortgage Rates By Strengthening Confidence in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Details here

On February 18, 2009, President Obama announced his Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan

2009-02-19T04:57:00.001-08:00

In an effort to bring an end to the mass of foreclosures happening in the United States, and to keep hard working Americans in their homes, On February 18, 2009, President Obama announced his Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan to take effect on March 4, 2009.

I suggest that you take the time to download and read the executive summary, click here for the report

This plan addresses both responsible homeowners that have lost work or have had a cut back in hours, and those who cannot afford their mortgage because of adjusting loans, and can't refi because they have lost value in their property.

It is important for tax payers to get behind this movement because it is bailing out your neighbor, not a huge faceless company, and in a direct way it is bailing YOU out...a foreclosure on your street can hurt your equity in your home!

Important News! President Obama signs the signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 into law on Feb. 17

2009-02-19T04:46:00.000-08:00

Good Morning DC, well it looks like the move towards a more stable financial and healthy economy are in motion.

I wanted to post the links to the important part of the law that will affect all home buyers.

The 2008 $7500 tax credit/loan has been increased to a $8,000 tax credit(this one you don't have to repay, unless you sell the home in the first 3 years of ownership) there are some other differences as well, so click here to download the full details and guidelines for qualification for the credit.

Also, the conforming loan limits have been increased for 2009, back to 2008 levels! In January the limit reduced to 625k for DC, but now its back up to 729k...this is great because it means more availability of lower cost fixed rate loans!

Have a great day!

WOW greaet traffic at open houses on 1/10/2009 by Matt Murton

2009-01-12T17:39:00.001-08:00

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Another amazing price drop!

2009-01-09T14:18:00.000-08:00

New Year, New Rates, New Hope?

2009-01-07T05:01:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year, if there is one thing you can say about 2008 is that it was scary, trying and an adventure for many American consumers that have never dealt with a recession as adults.

The generational gap is becoming more evident between the baby boomers and the gen x & y(echo boomers) in the market. Each group has it own set of fears, the boomers have watched their retirement nest egg shrink in the past 10 months and are scrambling to find a solution for the future. The Echo Boomers are experiencing a historic drop in real estate values across the country. Those that own are seeing value run from them, and those that do not own are not sure when the market is going to hit the bottom and rebound. One thing is sure, everyone is trying to educate themselves and figure out what steps the government is taking to bail out the economy and how that is helping the consumer in the short term and long run.

What we are seeing is that the American public has become such a credit rich, cash poor society that we have gone mad with what seemed like endless credit. I am always amazed when I walk into a short sell or foreclosure and see plasma tv's, large SUV's and expensive stereo systems. Basically, people who extended themselves to much to buy their homes and then, because of the availability of credit, extended themselves more until they ran out of credit. What happened in the fall of 2008 was that the country ran out of credit and the economy felt the blow of it.

The base of the bailout plans is to assist the companies that provide credit and return the bond market to a healthy market so that more credit becomes available to the American consumer. Stocks, Bonds, & Real Estate are live markets that respond directly to supply and demand, Real Estate needs this credit to increase demand and that will return on your investment by creating demand, eating up inventory and driving prices up.

In the last week rates have reached a 52 week low at 5% for a conforming loan up to 417k, this has excited a few fence sitters because the availability of cheap 30 year loans. These fixed rate mortgages are as low as the adjustable rate mortgages were 5 years ago.

Are foreclosures a concern? YES! if you are looking at buying in a neighborhood and the home surrounding you are foreclosures, this could mean that you are buying into a neighborhood that values are going to continue to drop like a rock...1 foreclosure, in a solid neighborhood is a deal...not the 3rd foreclosure on the block.

So moving forward we have historically low 30 YEAR FIXED loans which equal financial security, we have prices that are as low as the were in 2006, we have some great fixer upper projects in the form of foreclosures and we have hope that the future is looking brighter. As a buyer, DO YOUR RESEARCH, ASK QUESTIONS, BE INFORMED because with low rates and low costs this might be the perfect storm. If you are a seller, make your home the best on the block, fresh paint, clean carpets, beautiful floors and a great price will get it sold!

As a country I think we should all take an active roll in making things better, spend but don't spend what you don't have! Budget, live within your means! Own your home, but learn to compromise so that you don't buy to much house, buy what you need and plan on being there for 10 years!

Happy 2009, here's to a great year!

Matt Murton tows the company line...a new CBMOVE

2008-11-12T08:38:00.000-08:00

Are you looking for the right home or the right buyer for your home? It doesn’t get any easier than the new CBMove.com. Now featuring more powerful and user-friendly search tools, the site allows home buyers to explore all available area listings – from every real estate company – from one web site. The multiple photos and detailed property descriptions we provide help buyers evaluate homes and focus your interest.

That is right, the company has fine tuned CBmove.com and now there is a bank owned property search.

Take a look!

-Matt

Time for a CHANGE! a new property search at MattMurton.com

2008-11-09T14:23:00.000-08:00

I have listened the the masses and in the spirit of change I have added a new feature to www.MattMurton.com. In the past a lot of my clinets have said that the Coldwell Banker search wasn't user friend;y and they didn't like the way it worked. I have partnered with HomeDatabase and my local MLS to bring you a new search engine with even more local information. You can see the new site by clicking here!

I look forward to hearing your feedback and working with you in the future.

-Matt

Despite the national news...it's been a good year!

2008-10-24T06:33:00.000-07:00

Good Morning! I got this email from the President of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage this week and I am happy to share with you that I am in the top 10% of all DC CBRB agents so far this year!

Times are changing and everyone is worried about their investments and money. As always I am here to help you, by providing you with market analysis reports for your neighborhoods and homes. I will share un-biased news, good and bad, but also help by projecting out the next couple of years so that you can have a true strategic game plan.

Give me a call at 301-461-4201 or email me at Matt@mattmurton.com and let's chat!

I am always live at www.MattMurton.com

Awesome Arches!

2008-10-20T06:30:00.000-07:00

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Amazing space and value at 4028 Franklin St

2008-10-20T06:29:00.000-07:00

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Great new price for 4028 Franklin St $1,699,000

2008-10-20T06:28:00.000-07:00

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More Family Pics...a request from SAS!

2008-10-16T06:20:00.000-07:00

Good Morning, looks like another great fall day!

So I have been surfing the internet and reading some of my friend's blogs. It seems that some think I am a little to serious...there has been a request to see more pictures of my family. Of course I am talking about my two dogs, Mikey and Britney...and the newest member..lil' Lilly Gato! So, I never want to let my fan down, I will comply! Here are some shoots from the past couple of months.

Lilly and Mikey on her first day home.

Testing the waters!

Hey he's not that bad!

Awesome Eyes

Mommy? I think not!

I hope you have enjoyed these! All of my pets have been rescues and have found a comfortable home here in Parkwood. If you are looking for a new home, give me a call! Check out my listings and search for Real Estate at www.MattMurton.com

Take a tour of the first floor of 4028 Franklin St with Matt Murton

2008-10-13T06:35:00.000-07:00

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Introducing 4505 Confier Ln, offered for rent in Parkwood Maryland!

2008-10-07T06:07:00.000-07:00

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Awesome Curb appeal at 4028 Franklin St, Chevy Chase View!

2008-10-07T06:05:00.000-07:00

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WOW what a great backyard at 4028 Franklin St, Kensington MD

2008-10-07T06:03:00.000-07:00

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Inroducing 4028 Franklin St, Kensington MD listed by Matt Murton

2008-10-07T06:00:00.000-07:00

A great home is an awesome neighborhood! Priced to pleased at $1,799,700 check out more pictures at www.MattMurton.com

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4400 Woodfield Road is under contract!

2008-09-20T09:31:00.001-07:00

Gov't Bails out AIG!

2008-09-17T07:04:00.000-07:00

What will the Fed do today?...

2008-09-16T05:38:00.000-07:00

Good Morning, the Fed is meeting today and up until yesterday the speculation was that they would not lower the rate. The events of yesterday on the Street may have them singing a different tune today! As of 8am the speculation is that they may lower rate in order to equalize the markets locally and abroad.

As all of this turmoil hits the news, some are starting to blame the Fed for the problems that are hitting us now! See the video below...

The question is, "How does this affect you?", it will take time to see the complete fall out of the financial crisis. I hope these updates will keep you informed of the current crisis, so that you are not blindsided.

Locally, the Real Estate market still seems strong in the 500-950k inside the beltway market. That being said, now more then ever, it is important to work with a REALTOR in order to have the most up to date market information. A REALTOR will also give you the advice that you need to prepare the home for sale. Today's buyers want it all! The perfect house, the perfect location, the perfect style, at the perfect price!

As the financial crisis increases the demand for well qualified buyers, we are entering a stronger buyer's market. Preparation of the home is A number 1 priority and if you think you can just list a home that needs work and get top dollar, you are mistaken. If you don't want to prepare your home for sale, than expect less then top dollar!

Stay tuned for market updates as well follow this Financial Crisis.

-Matt

Why this happened!

2008-09-15T08:54:00.000-07:00

A quick report on why Wall Street is feeling the affect of the sub prime crisis today!

-Matt

A tough week for Wall Street!

2008-09-15T08:16:00.000-07:00

It has been an crazy two weeks for Wall Street, these recent issues and changes will defiantly affect the housing market and the interest rates for loans. I suggest that everyone check WSJ.com and read the lead story and you can get a better understanding of what is happening. This is all part of the process that must happen for the market to equalize.

Hang in there and stay tuned!

-Matt

My Current Listings

2008-08-29T07:41:00.001-07:00

Happy Labor Day!

2008-08-29T06:50:00.000-07:00

Have a great labor day weekend!

-Matt

A friendly poll!

2008-08-07T05:57:00.000-07:00

Over the next week let's see which neighborhood in Bethesda is the friendliest! Steven's vote is in...what is yours? Click on your favorite and we will post the answers here!

Part two of a video tour of my newest listing at 10021 Dickens Ave hosted by Matt Murton

2008-08-04T06:10:00.000-07:00

Part two of a video tour of my newest listing at 10021 Dickens Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814.

This one year old home has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 beths, a one car detached garage and over 4500 sqft.

Listing Price $1,154,900

New listing at 10021 Dickens Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 hosted by Matt Murton

2008-08-04T06:05:00.000-07:00

Part one of a video tour of my newest listing at 10021 Dickens Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814.

This one year old home has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 beths, a one car detached garage and over 4500 sqft.

Listing Price $1,154,900

Sunday 8/3 video blog hosted by Matt Murton

2008-08-04T05:56:00.000-07:00

Every week Matt Murton, REALTOR with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage commments on the Day's activity.

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New Listing Preview, Dickens Ave, North Bethesda Grove! Hosted by Matt Murton

2008-07-30T10:31:00.001-07:00

Parkwood Elementary the neighborhoods Favorite!

2008-07-30T10:26:00.001-07:00

Why Parkwood is so Park like!

2008-07-30T10:23:00.001-07:00

FHA Update

2008-07-29T08:31:00.000-07:00

Up close view of the new backsplash!

2008-07-28T04:43:00.000-07:00

Don't get lost in this Master Closet...4400 Woodfield Road's large double master closet

2008-07-28T04:31:00.000-07:00

The Master Bath at 4400 Woodfield Road, Kensington Maryland

2008-07-28T04:25:00.000-07:00

Close up view of the detail and workmanship in the family room and kitchen of 4400 Woodfield Road

2008-07-28T04:20:00.001-07:00

Open House Update, July 27th, hosted by Matt Murton

2008-07-28T04:14:00.000-07:00

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A good explanation...from CNBC

2008-07-22T08:53:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon,

Just finished watching this explanation of the 'housing crisis' and wanted to pass it onto you!

http://www.cnbc.com/id/15840232?video=780461999

It's about time for an update! Hosted by Matt Murton

2008-07-13T15:24:00.001-07:00

Relax at 4400 Woodfield Road hosted by Matt Murton

2008-07-13T15:08:00.000-07:00

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Featured REALTOR Matt Murton, The Washington Times Newspaper

2008-06-24T05:20:00.001-07:00

In March of 1996 it was 3 months after I had graduated from the University of Maryland and I was working in the basement of a small audio production company. On a March afternoon, I was contacted by the Friday Home Guide advertising department and asked to join their classified department. I started out making $24.5k sitting in front of a computer screen and trying to talk REALTORS into using the newer Friday Home Guide.

At the time the FHG was a smaller tabloid that was barely making a dent in the larger Post Classified. I worked hard to get out into the community and meet REALTORS and Managers. In just a few months I was able to make some real headway in the Montgomery County Real Estate Community.

That is why I jumped at the idea of being one of their Featured Agents this Month. It has been 12 years and I still see my old friends from the Times, all of which have moved onto other papers and other lives. It was great to open up the publication that I worked so hard on, such a long time ago and see my face looking back at me.

Check out my profile here http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2008/jun/13/realtor-profile-matt-murton/

Thanks goes out to my friends and clients who called following the article! If you know some one that is even just starting to think about buying or selling in Bethesda, Kensington or NW please give them my name and call me at 301-461-4201, I would love to help them with their plan! Have a great week!

-Matt

The Shutters are in place hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-30T10:53:00.000-07:00

Good Afternoon, and what an afternoon it is! Its 85 degrees with a breeze and Washington is amazing!!!

I just stopped by the Murray Cohen Custom Builder site of 4400 Woodfield Road, which I have listed for $1,399,018 and I am excited to see the progress. The custom wooden shutters are in place and they are beautiful. Murray really knows how to build a special house and it shows. Take a look at the video below...

The railings are Beautiful hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-21T15:02:00.000-07:00

Tall Basement, Hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-21T15:01:00.000-07:00

Nice Yard! hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-21T15:00:00.000-07:00

Sunday 5/18 Open House blog hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-20T13:13:00.001-07:00

Woodfield Update hosted by Matt Murton

2008-05-14T08:55:00.000-07:00

Multiples?

2008-05-06T13:32:00.001-07:00

The Mobile world we live in, and how it has improved Real Estate!

2008-05-05T06:55:00.000-07:00

Good morning! It is a beautiful Monday, 72 degrees and sunny! Welcome Spring finally!

So I am enjoying my morning cup of coffee, reading the business section, instant messenging with clients, returning emails, and serching for properties, but not from my home office, yet from my BlackBerry sitting in a comfy chair at my local Starbucks!

It then dawned on me how the use of mordern technology allows a REALTOR to be surrounded by the neighborhood, the people and the lifestyle that are key elements to helping clients find a new home, or a new life! My friends think I am a caffine junkie but the truth is I get some of my most important work done here, I love to listen to people talk about their concerns, lives, and yes the housing market.

So, when you think about how we live, how we are always on the go, how we are always sitting in traffic(late) to get to the next thing that we have to do or see...you start to wonder how we did it before technology!

Then I think about my career and the fact that I work 7 days a week from 8a-11p some REALTORS do, so how is anyone able to keep up with the demands of buyers and sellers today without the constant contact that a smart phone offers? It's time to get on the bus before it runs you over!

It's funny, I just finished a transaction with a couple and in their referral letter they actually said they were grateful for my blackberry!

So do I own a smart phone or does it own me? I own it and I put it to its highest use possible!

Try it out email me at matt@mattmurton.com and you will see how quick you get a response!

Have a great week, and if you need any help is this real estate market, buying, selling, or just advice give me a call or send me a note!

Talk to you soon!

Matt

Amazing Porch!

2008-05-04T14:25:00.000-07:00

Matt Murton's Open House Blog for May 4th

2008-05-04T14:24:00.000-07:00

The floors are done!

2008-04-27T12:34:00.000-07:00

Sunday Open House blog by Matt Murton

2008-04-27T12:25:00.001-07:00

If you don't get it...you must be reading the post!

2008-04-15T05:50:00.000-07:00

Congratulations goes out to our own Washington Post for breaking the most important story since Watergate...the story? People are using the internet to search for home listings and neighborhood information! YES, you heard it there first!

I wish as a professional REALTOR I had known that people were using the internet(s) to search for homes and information so that I and other could cater our marketing and information to the internet savvy shopper.

And this made the front page of the Saturday Real Estate Section!

Hey Post, people have been using the internet to search for homes for the past 11 or so years...lets take a trip in the way back machine.

1995 Al Gore created the internet!

1996 MLS went on-line, sure it was dial up and slow but REALTORS and brokerage companies were so excited that this new technology was here that they rented kiosks in the local malls for people to see the wave of the future, and shoppers could stand there and look for homes.

1996 REALTOR.com was founded and now there was a national search available in the buyers home!

Since 1996, each year we have sharpened the tools, made them more user friendly and provided more information to the consumer. The internet has unlocked the once golden key that REALTORS held to the home information and the public domain has created a much more informed buyer that is prepared for the entire home buying process.

So, some may ask, why are REALTORS still around? The answer is pretty simple but complex. The process of buying or selling a home is still complex, the legal paperwork, the negotiations, the procedures still need a guide in order to keep the parties out of trouble.

Also, today's REALTOR serves as a filter for the tons of information that you pull of the web. We help the buyer and seller apply common practices, and market conditions to their personal process. We are they to assist, and help you find your new home or sell your old house!

So I encourage you to use everything at your disposal, Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, Washingtonpost.com, but when it comes to making the move, contact your local REALTOR and ask them for their help, it is worth its weight in gold!

(did I just say use Washingtonpost.com...oh yeah they founded their own online Real estate section in 1999)

Please check out some of my sites for the information you are going to need to make your sale or purchase happen!

My Website: full of local community information and home searches

www.MattMurton.com

My Blog: A weekly, sometime daily take on the local market

www.MattMurtonsBlog.com

My YouTube Page: A fun interactive comment on Listings and market activity

www.MattMurtonLive.com

Have a great week!

-Matt

Matt Murton in the Dining room of 4400 Woodfield Rd

2008-04-11T05:20:00.000-07:00

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Exterior of 4400 Woodfield Rd

2008-04-11T05:17:00.000-07:00

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Matt Murton is in the kids loft of 4400 Wodfield Rd

2008-04-10T06:15:00.001-07:00

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Matt Murton standing in the Family Room of 4400 Woodfield Rd

2008-04-10T06:10:00.000-07:00

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Matt Murton in the home office of 4400 Woodfield Rd

2008-04-10T06:08:00.000-07:00

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Do you have questions about the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) will affect your neighborhood?

2008-04-08T14:58:00.000-07:00

Learn more about the impact of the BRAC by clicking here

Answer to the question...

2008-04-07T12:35:00.000-07:00

Why is the interest rate different for the "temporary" Freddie Mac loans (between $417 and $730)?

- answer from Brent-

Just wanted to follow up to your question about the higher rates for the
"conventional Non-conforming". The reason that we see the higher
rates for the $417,001 to $729,750, is Freddie and Fannie see these loans as a
higher risk. This is where we see "risk-based pricing", same as in
past markets with the jumbo rates. The banks need to be assured that they can
sell
and serve these loans. As they start to service these loans we will see,
hopefully, the rates come closer to the standard conforming rates.

The Mortgage Minute, by Brent Chrisite

2008-04-07T10:54:00.001-07:00

Bond market is a little off today on news from the pits that the liquidity
crunch is over. I would recommend that you float, but watch the market
closely.

Rates:
30 yr fx up to 417k: 5.75
30 yr fx up to 729,750.00: 6.375

Please be advised that we can still do 100% up to $729,750.00.

CHECK OUT OUR PROGRESS! MATT MURTON PRESENTS 4400 WOODFIELD RD

2008-04-06T14:51:00.000-07:00

MORE PICTURES AT WWW.MATTMURTON.COM

It's Amazing! Matt Murton comments on 4400 Woodfield Progress!

2008-04-06T14:09:00.000-07:00

4400 Woodfield Rd has WALLS!

2008-04-06T12:27:00.000-07:00

In an amazing effort by Murray Cohen Custom Builder, llc the drywall is done! The sub started late last weekend and worked through the weekend in order to get it done for Monday!

This means that hard hat tours of the home are now available. Contact Matt at 301-461-4201 to arrange yours!

www.MattMurton.com

Rain, Rain, go away!

2008-04-06T07:46:00.000-07:00

Good morning, its Sunday April 6th and I am getting ready to hold open our listing at 4028 FRANKLIN ST, in beautiful Chevy Chase View!

This is an amazing home, offered at 2,098,000. Totally new home with large rooms, high ceilings, large gracious set backs and parking for 5 cars. It is located in Chevy Chase View which is the gem of Kensington, right outside the beltway but a community that prides itself on beautiful homes and yards.

Come by and see me today!

www.MattMurton.com

4400 Woodfield Road, Kensington Maryland offered for sale by Matt Murton

2008-04-04T12:49:00.000-07:00

4400 Woodfield Road, Kensington Maryland offered for sale by Matt Murton

2008-04-04T12:43:00.000-07:00

Great news, yesterday we got our close in approval for 4400 Woodfield so that means we are starting drywall tomorrow!

Stay tuned for the video vitural tour!

more pictures are up at www.MattMurton.com

Under contract in 5 days!

2008-03-05T05:46:00.001-08:00

After putting the information together about how bad the month of January was in loacl zip codes, I am happy to report that my listing at 4703 Crestview has gone under contract in under a week! After an amazing open house with over 200 visitors we presented contracts(yes multiples) last night and the sellers accepted one!

Whats the secret? Location, Preparation and Expectation!

The location was awesome!

The preparation was awesome! Following my initial meeting with my client they stuck to their pre-market to do list and was ready for the public on Open house day! They did all of the preparation to make the home shine and it was noticed by the buyers.

The expectations were in line with todays market, my clients took the time to review all of the market comps and see that market that was happening around them, today!

To see pictures of this home check it out on my site www.MattMurton.com

-Matt

January Market Satistics

2008-03-04T13:11:00.000-08:00

I am sure that everyone read the USA Today report stating the January 2008 was the worst month in the last ten years for Real Estate.

So lets take a look at the Bethesda, Kensington market and see how it did in Jan '08

Zip Code 20814
2008/2007 % Change
Total Sold Dollar Volume: - 42.77 %
Average Sold Price: - 9.64 %
Median Sold Price: - 25.38 %
Total Units Sold: - 36.67 %
Average Days on Market: - 7.14 %
Average List Price for Solds: - 5.62 %

Summary: The volume of homes sold was way down over 2007, but the average price wasn't off as bad as one would expect.

The bright side: Days on market is less then it was in 07, so things are moving faster.

Zip code: 20816
2008/2007 % change
Total Sold Dollar Volume: - 60.47 %
Average Sold Price: - 20.94 %
Median Sold Price: - 20.37 %
Total Units Sold: - 50.00 %
Average Days on Market: 30.43 %
Average List Price for Solds: $- 18.83 %

Summary: Less volume, lower prices

The bright side: this data is based off of 7 transactions, 2007 there were only 14.

Zip code: 20817

2008/2007 %change
Total Sold Dollar Volume: - 34.69 %
Average Sold Price: 7.76 %
Median Sold Price: 12.14 %
Total Units Sold: - 39.39 %
Average Days on Market: 79.71 %
Average List Price for Solds: 12.73

Summary: Prices are up, median prices are way up and list prices are up, we are seeing a drop in volume, and days on market are longer in 08.

Bright side: PRICES are up! This zipe code saw a 7% increase yr/yr in a declining market!

Zip code 20895
Total Sold Dollar Volume: - 57.41 %
Average Sold Price: - 6.30 %
Median Sold Price: - 2.01 %
Total Units Sold: - 54.55 %
Average Days on Market: 26.74 %
Average List Price for Solds: - 7.58 %

Summary: The Kensington market is about half off, once again we are basing these reports on 10 transactions.

Bright side: December was so strong, In Decmeber the numbers were:

Zip code: 20895
Total Sold Dollar Volume: 19.00 %
Average Sold Price: 19.00 %
Median Sold Price: 19.15 %
Total Units Sold: 0.00 %
Average Days on Market: - 38.46 %
Average List Price for Solds: 21.60 %

The real story will unfold in the next 30 days as the Febraury numbers are released. It is true that there are areas of our market that are trending down, but there was some great strengths in the close in neighborhoods. I want to say that the lack of tranactions makes the sample size to small to really get a good feel for the market.

Stay tuned, more will come!

-Matt

Bethesda is amazing!

2008-03-03T08:25:00.000-08:00

Happy Monday!This beautiful weekend was shadowed by the amazing activity in Bethesda Real Estate. Open houses were busy and full of buyers not just neighbors!

My personal open house at 4703 Crescent in Bethesda had over 200 visitors and 23 Realtors.

Stay tuned because later today I will be posting the end of year zip code stats for 20814, 20815, 20816 and 20895.

www.MattMurton.com

FANNIE FREDDIE UPDATE

2008-02-08T08:36:00.000-08:00

FANNIE FREDDIE UPDATE

Senate Democrats on Thursday called on mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and
Freddie Mac to help subprime borrowers, while their Republican counterparts
continued to push for a stronger regulator for the two companies.

Christopher J. Dodd , D-Conn., chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban
Affairs, said at a hearing that the two companies should devote a portion of the
surplus capital they are required to maintain to the purchase of troubled
subprime loans. While many Democrats want Fannie and Freddie to be able expand
their role in the real estate markets, Richard C. Shelby of Alabama, the Senate
committee’s ranking Republican, cautioned that “we must be cognizant of the
fact that the GSEs face the same heightened risks as every other participant in
the mortgage market.”

An economic stimulus measure heading for final action in Congress this week
includes a one-year increase in the size of mortgage loans that may be
purchased by Fannie and Freddie. The conforming loan limit would be raised to
nearly $730,000 in the country’s costliest housing markets, up from the
current limit of $417,000.

Sen. Schumer said, “I expect that in return for allowing the enterprises to
enter the jumbo market, the companies will also make a commitment to fund
additional refinancing or modification resources to lower-income borrowers who
are having difficulty affording their payments.”

For more Real Estate information click on www.MattMurton.com

Is your Agent smarter than a 5th Grader? Why REALTORS get a bad name...

2008-02-05T07:43:00.001-08:00

It amazes me how some of the most established names and let's call them 'heritage' agents in my market are also the most clueless as to how our contract works, how to upload a listing,and how to make sure their listings get online.

REALTORS have in the past gotten a bad reputation for making to much money for to little work. Listening to the amount of attention that these agents pay to the true issues invloved in selling Real Estate I am shocked that they are successful and that their clients come back. If only their clients could see behind the mighty OZ's curtain!

In a market where our regional contract is 46 pages, and prices are still shaky, you need to have every tool in your case sharp! I read the contract every month, and not just skim it for a client, I sit alone and read the contract to understand how it all works. When I have questions or something doesn't seem right, I call a lawyer and consult on the true meaning and sharpen my understanding.

When it comes to the new media approach to selling homes...it is coming soon, its here today! When I am surfing the net I am looking for new websites, blogs, boards, and information. I surf Trulia.com, Zillow.com, Realtor.com, WSJ.com, washingtonpost.com, usatoday,com and NYtimes,com weekly to listen to the changes in how buyers/sellers are seeing this market. I have created profiles(something the heritage agents don't understand) and comment on the boards when I see fit.

Hell, nobody's perfect as you see from my typos, but when it comes to your biggest asset/investment, you need to make sure that your agent is Real Estate smart, market smart, contract smart, and dedicated to making your process successful. Don't let youth scare you away, we are the agents that pay attention to the way things are today, not 'yesteryear'.

This isn't your daddy's real estate anymore!

More info at www.MattMurton.com

WOW WOW WOW

2008-01-31T14:10:00.000-08:00

US Senate panel OKs expanded economic stimulus package

WASHINGTON (AFP) — The US Senate Finance Committee Wednesday passed a 157
billion dollar economic stimulus package that expands tax benefits already
agreed by the House of Representatives and the White House.

The package, which passed on a bipartisan 14-7 vote, reduces the per-person
amount of tax rebates promised in the House bill but extends the rebates to an
additional 20 million elderly Americans living on social security benefits, and
to others with low incomes. It also lengthens unemployment benefits.

The full Senate is expected to take up the economic stimulus package on
Thursday.

"This package will put rebates into the hands of 20 million additional American
seniors, plus lower-income payroll taxpayers and disabled veterans -- all of
whom will spend this money quickly and give our economy the shot in the arm
that it needs," said committee chairman Senator Max Baucus.

The Senate committee move came one day after the House of Representatives passed
a package negotiated with the White House to boost economic growth, which slowed
over the last quarter of 2007 to a 0.6 percent annual rate on the back of a deep
housing slump.

Democrat Baucus and the Republican Deputy Chairman Grassley both said the
package improves on the House version in expanding the benefits to millions
more people.

The package doubles the income ceiling for people receiving rebates, to 150,000
dollars for an individual and 300,000 dollars for a married couple.

But it reduces the rebates to 500 dollars for an individual and 1,000 for a
couple, compared to 300-600 dollars for an individual and 1,200 dollars for a
couple under the House version.

While the House version made rebates available only to those with an income of
at least 3,000 dollars, the Senate version said that figure can include social
security and veterans disability benefits, effectively increasing the reach of
the benefits to more than 20 million more people, especially retirees..

The bill also extends by 13-26 weeks the period people who lost jobs can receive
unemployment benefits. Those in high-unemployment states will get the longer
extensions.

"Extending unemployment insurance benefits will help hurting families and get
some cash into the economy even quicker," Baucus said in a statement.

The committee rejected a number of proposed amendments to keep the bill
streamlined and improve its chances of being accepted by the House and the
White House.

On Tuesday Bush warned the Senate not to "load it up" with excessive payouts or
benefits or extraneous conditions.

A NEW PROPOSAL

Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., has introduced a proposal in Washington to give home
buyers a tax credit of $15,000, to be distributed over a three-year period.
Property purchases by owner-occupiers that close between March 2008 and
February 2009 would qualify for the incentive, which Isakson said will
stimulate new demand for homes. "I don't know a lot about a lot of things, but
I made my living in this business for 32 years," noted the former realty
executive during a Capitol Hill press conference. "You gotta put back into the
equation the missing man who's just not there, and that's the buyer." While
Isakson believes the legislation would additionally massage the residential
property market by propping up the construction market, helping home builders
shrink the oversupply of dwellings on the market and helping troubled borrowers
and distressed lenders that are dealing with bad loans, critics say the focus
needs to be on rescuing existing homeowners from the threat of foreclosure.

EVEN MORE FEATURES ON MATTMURTON.COM

2008-01-31T07:02:00.000-08:00

Its that time of year to clean out the closets and revamp or the new year! So for 2008 we have added more features and reasons to visit MattMurton.com

Including:

Neighborhood Quick Searches
A Home Finder Agent
Mortgage Calculators
Market Snap Shots
A complete guide to upcoming tax issues
New School links
A site dedicated to your needs as a home owner

We have tried to put all this in your reach at one site, so cruise on over to MattMurton.com and check it out!

Fed Drops the rate again...8 days later!

2008-01-30T11:56:00.000-08:00

The Federal released the following statement a short time ago:

The Federal Open Market Committee decided today to lower its target for the
federal funds rate 50 basis points to 3 percent.

Financial markets remain under considerable stress, and credit has tightened
further for some businesses and households. Moreover, recent information
indicates a deepening of the housing contraction as well as some softening in
labor markets.

The Committee expects inflation to moderate in coming quarters, but it will be
necessary to continue to monitor inflation developments carefully.

Today's policy action, combined with those taken earlier, should help to promote
moderate growth over time and to mitigate the risks to economic activity.
However, downside risks to growth remain. The Committee will continue to assess
the effects of financial and other developments on economic prospects and will
act in a timely manner as needed to address those risks.

Voting for the FOMC monetary policy action were: Ben S. Bernanke, Chairman;
Timothy F. Geithner, Vice Chairman; Donald L. Kohn; Randall S. Kroszner;
Frederic S. Mishkin; Sandra Pianalto; Charles I. Plosser; Gary H. Stern; and
Kevin M. Warsh. Voting against was Richard W. Fisher, who preferred no change
in the target for the federal funds rate at this meeting.

In a related action, the Board of Governors unanimously approved a
50-basis-point decrease in the discount rate to 3-1/2 percent. In taking this
action, the Board approved the requests submitted by the Boards of Directors of
the Federal Reserve Banks of Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Atlanta,
Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, and San Francisco.

A quick definition to avoid confusion...

2008-01-30T11:37:00.000-08:00

It has come to my attention that not everyone undersrtands the sub-prime crisis. The reason is the media wasn't clear as to what sub-prime is, so here we go...

Sub prime loans
1. Loans given to applicants with less then excellent credit, usually with fica scores less than 550.

What happened is many unethical mortgage companies lent money to those who couldn't afford it and structured the loan in a way that there was really no way for the borrower to keep up with the payment. This makes up a large number of the loans in short sale or foreclosure today!

More info at www.MattMurton.com

A laymans guide to the 2008 Economic Recovery bill

2008-01-30T10:59:00.000-08:00

If you are wondering what the president was speaking about Monday night, below you will find a layman's summary of the Economic Recovery Bill that congress passed yesterday. It is now in the hands of the senate and we should all hope that they don't junk it up with any extras, this could stall one of the most important Bills to be raised in support of our economy!

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SUMMARY AS OF:
1/28/2008--Introduced.

Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008 -
Amends the Internal Revenue Code to: (1) grant tax rebates of the lesser of net
income tax liability or $600 to individual taxpayers in 2008 ($1,200 to married
couples filing joint returns, plus $300 for each dependent child); (2) provide
for a minimum tax rebate of $300 ($600 for joint returns) for taxpayers with
earned income of at last $3,000; (3) increase to $250,000 in 2008 the expensing
allowance for depreciable business assets; and (4) allow business taxpayers a
50% bonus depreciation allowance for equipment placed in service in 2008.
Reduces taxpayer rebates by 5% of the amount that exceeds an adjusted gross
income of $75,000 ($150,000 for joint returns).

Raises the statutory ceiling on the maximum original principal obligation of a
mortgage, originated between July 1, 2007, and December 31, 2008, that may be
purchased by either the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) or
the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac).

Expresses the sense of Congress that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should
securitize mortgages acquired pursuant to the increased conforminhttp://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gifg loan limits
of this Act, if the manner of securitization does not: (1) impose additional
costs for mortgages originated, purchased, or securitized under existing
limits; or (2) interfere with the goal of adding liquidity to the market.

Establishes a temporary loan limit increase for mortgages in specified high-cost
areas if the borrower receives credit approval by December 31, 2008.

Grants the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) discretionary
authority to increase loan limits for a specified period.
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Have a great afternoon, remember when you are thinking of buying or selling Real Estate start at www.MattMurton.com

Best of both worlds!

2008-01-29T11:40:00.001-08:00

Remember 4 years ago when the market was crazy and people were buying everything in sight? Interests rates were are the lowest levels in 30 years and investors were going crazy looking for inventory because nothing was available

So 4 years later what do we have? We have a ton of inventory and not as many people are racing to buy...why not? Well, for the last 2 years rates have been much higher, reaching into the 7's and that made it much harder to afford a home. Then in the last year you would see reports of how difficult it was to obtain a mortgage...now that isn't very inspiring.

So we enter 2008, with historically high inventories and the lowest prices we have seen in 3 years and now rates are back to where they were in 2004!!!

So, now is the time, if you are a well qualified buyer to start thinking about buying a home! You will have the advantage of a low rate, and a great deal on a new home.

I would say that we are about to experience the best of both worlds!

Take a look at all the inventory at www.MattMurton.com

2008-01-25T11:31:00.000-08:00

FYI, the following is a provision in the House-passed economic stimulus package:

"To address the mortgage crisis, the package also raises the limits on Federal Housing Administration loans and home mortgages that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can purchase to as high as $725,000 in high-cost areas. Those are considerable boosts over the current FHA limit of $362,000 and the $417,000 cap for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's loan purchases."
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What does this mean? Well, if passed it means that it will be easier to find mortgages for the homes for sale in the Washington, DC market. It was getting to the point where the only thing you could find under the conforming limit was a small condo. Now it will become easier to find a mortgage and that means the rates will be much lower!

This is exciting and a great opportunity for you the home buyer!

Matt

Murray Cohen Custom Builder is coming to Kensington

2008-01-24T11:05:00.000-08:00

Its time to get excited, because award winning builder, MURRAY COHEN is building a new home in the Kensington neighborhood of Parkwood. Breaking ground right before the new year, the home is almost completely framed and will be under roof within two weeks. Murray prides himself on his choice of lots and making the home fit the neighborhood, while creating a beautiful home with stellar curb appeal.

You can follow along with the build by checking out the weekly photo update by clicking here

You can get more information about Murray Cohen at his website www.murraycohencustombuilder.com

Have a great day!

-Matt Murton

State of Maryland Homestead Alert!

2008-01-08T07:32:00.000-08:00

A law finalized last week forces all homeowners to re-apply for the Homestead deduction on their property taxes, or the deduction will be lost.

The only way that the homeowner can re-apply is with paperwork accompanying (or on-line after receiving) their next ASSESSMENT NOTICE.

THEY CAN NOT RE-APPLY AT SETTLEMENT, OR WHEN THE PROPERTY TAX BILL IS PAID.

The County assesses 1/3 of all properties each year. This means that some residents will have to re-apply this year, others not until 2009 and yet others in 2010. All existing Homesteads will be honored by the County until (1) the homeowner has received an assessment notice, and (2) then failed to respond.

For more information email me at Matt@MattMurton.com

or log onto www.MattMurton.com

New Taxes Alert MD & VA!

2008-01-07T07:07:00.000-08:00

1. Effective Jan. 1, the withholding rate for Non-Resident Maryland Sellers has been increased to 6.75% (from 6%).

2. Effective Jan. 1, the transfer tax in Virginia for Sellers (aka "Grantor's Tax") on all transactions has increased to .05% (from .01%).

For more information log onto www.MattMurton.com

Baby, its cold outside!

2007-12-15T14:04:00.000-08:00

Just a quick note to those of you trying to sell your home in this winter season. In the DC market there are a lot of vacant houses on the market. I know carrying two homes and paying utilities on both can get expensive, but buyers need to feel comfortable when they walk into the home you are trying to sell. Setting the heat at 60 degrees doesn't help your house feel like their new home. Invest in a programable thermostate, for 100 bucks you can set it to be 68-70 degrees on Sat and Sun but 62 the rest of the time. Also go by your vacant house once a week and clean it up, dust and piles of mail make you look more desperate. Try your best to create an inviting and happy home for the buyers!

More tips can be found at www.MattMurton.com

What in the world wide web is the answer?

2007-12-13T10:17:00.000-08:00

For the last 2 hours I have been surfing the web and trying to see what buyers today are seeking...I have been visiting message boards and blogs and have found some interesting things.

My first experience with Zillow.com was today and I found the interactive map very interesting, it took some time to figure out how they reached their zvalues and once I did I was confused because for the most part every value they had on the site was incorrect. Even the listed prices for some of the houses were incorrect. I have had a few clients say they liked the site because it is very analytical and really paints a good picture of the market. If the public information listing prices are incorrect how correct can the Zvalues be. I think it is a good system to get a fundamental idea of prices in areas, but I would bank on their values.

I was also amazed how the Zillow universe of discussion boards contributors felt about the market and REALTORS, there was not a lot of positive feelings to be had! It got a little silly, including attacking some REALTORS for not having a College education and because of this fact they felt they were not intelligent enough to comment on their markets and their market condition.

Zillow is a tool but the factor it misses is the personal emotion that is contained in the buying and selling of a home. It is about comps, but comps are not based on square footage alone, you have to take into account, work and improvements, the condition of the neighbors home, rental percentages, and LOCATION.

Guess what, a REALTOR is a good person to use for determining the value of your home. He can tell you how you compare to the other homes on the market, because he has seen them and he has heard his buyers opinions of them. OPINION OF VALUE is the real name of the game, your home will sell, or you will buy that home when you see the VALUE in the home.

There are a ton of online tools out there to help you educate yourself on the process, ask questions, talk to your friends that just bought, read the paper, and hire a professional that understand his business and his market. Degree or no degree(mine is from University of Maryland) find an expert, some one who lives and breaths REAL ESTATE.

Matt Murton

The 'Real'estate Market

New Listing Euclid Mews Prices at $329,000

New Listing in Kensington Open Today!

New Listing, Come and see me today 9/19 from 1-4!

New Listing in the Gables! 3bedrooms for 360k

New Listing in Silver Spring, 1308 Millgrove PL $399,000

New Listing in Parkwood $599,000

A good use of 5 minutes!

The fall market is on fire in DC

MORE OF 4613 EDGEFIELD RD BETHESDA MD BY MATT MURTON

4613 Edgefield Rd Bethesda MD listed at $1,299,360 BY MATT MURTON

Hopeful News for New Construction(in-fill) in Bethesda & Kensington

Homebuyer Tax Credit

New FHA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Loan Limits

Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan

On February 18, 2009, President Obama announced his Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan

Important News! President Obama signs the signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 into law on Feb. 17

WOW greaet traffic at open houses on 1/10/2009 by Matt Murton

Another amazing price drop!

New Year, New Rates, New Hope?

Matt Murton tows the company line...a new CBMOVE

Time for a CHANGE! a new property search at MattMurton.com

Despite the national news...it's been a good year!

Awesome Arches!

Amazing space and value at 4028 Franklin St

Great new price for 4028 Franklin St $1,699,000

More Family Pics...a request from SAS!

Take a tour of the first floor of 4028 Franklin St with Matt Murton

Introducing 4505 Confier Ln, offered for rent in Parkwood Maryland!

Awesome Curb appeal at 4028 Franklin St, Chevy Chase View!

WOW what a great backyard at 4028 Franklin St, Kensington MD

Inroducing 4028 Franklin St, Kensington MD listed by Matt Murton

4400 Woodfield Road is under contract!

Gov't Bails out AIG!

What will the Fed do today?...

Why this happened!

More video about Lehman and Merrill issues

A tough week for Wall Street!

My Current Listings

Happy Labor Day!

A friendly poll!

Part two of a video tour of my newest listing at 10021 Dickens Ave hosted by Matt Murton

New listing at 10021 Dickens Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814 hosted by Matt Murton

Sunday 8/3 video blog hosted by Matt Murton

New Listing Preview, Dickens Ave, North Bethesda Grove! Hosted by Matt Murton

Parkwood Elementary the neighborhoods Favorite!

Why Parkwood is so Park like!

FHA Update

Up close view of the new backsplash!

Don't get lost in this Master Closet...4400 Woodfield Road's large double master closet

The Master Bath at 4400 Woodfield Road, Kensington Maryland

Close up view of the detail and workmanship in the family room and kitchen of 4400 Woodfield Road

Open House Update, July 27th, hosted by Matt Murton

A good explanation...from CNBC

It's about time for an update! Hosted by Matt Murton

Relax at 4400 Woodfield Road hosted by Matt Murton

Featured REALTOR Matt Murton, The Washington Times Newspaper

The Shutters are in place hosted by Matt Murton

The railings are Beautiful hosted by Matt Murton

Tall Basement, Hosted by Matt Murton

Nice Yard! hosted by Matt Murton

Sunday 5/18 Open House blog hosted by Matt Murton

Woodfield Update hosted by Matt Murton

Multiples?

The Mobile world we live in, and how it has improved Real Estate!

Amazing Porch!

Matt Murton's Open House Blog for May 4th

The floors are done!

Sunday Open House blog by Matt Murton

If you don't get it...you must be reading the post!

Matt Murton in the Dining room of 4400 Woodfield Rd

Exterior of 4400 Woodfield Rd

Matt Murton is in the kids loft of 4400 Wodfield Rd

Matt Murton standing in the Family Room of 4400 Woodfield Rd

Matt Murton in the home office of 4400 Woodfield Rd

Do you have questions about the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) will affect your neighborhood?

Answer to the question...

The Mortgage Minute, by Brent Chrisite

CHECK OUT OUR PROGRESS! MATT MURTON PRESENTS 4400 WOODFIELD RD

It's Amazing! Matt Murton comments on 4400 Woodfield Progress!