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  CONDITIONS™
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Market Conditions for Columbia, Maryland

Reported by Emilie Christiansen, REALTOR

Updated January 16, 2012.

Current Market Rating: 3




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It feels like the market is picking up right after the holidays. The inventory in Howard County has shrunk considerably. Well-priced and well-maintained homes sell quickly. Inventory and interest rates look very good. Interest rate fluctuates just below 4% for a 30 year fixed mortgage. 15 year mortgages are about .5% better. New FHA Loan limit in Howard County is $560,000. There are some very nice homes on the market for a reasonable price.This is a good time to purchase a home

An excellent way to start looking for a home is visiting my website: http://www.come2maryland.com This website gives access to the multiple list and emails new listings on a daily basis

ZIP Codes: 21044, 21045, 21046

Approximate Location Boundaries: Located just at Route 29 and Route 175, Columbia is five minutes away from Interstate 95. County routes 32 will take you north to Carroll County and Route 108 is an easy 15 minutes to Montgomery County.

Location Characteristics: The Columbia Association is the central community institution of the planned community of Columbia, Maryland, which is located midway between the cities of Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, D.C. It is a great town for families as there are many things to do. Columbia is Thirty-five years old in June 2002. It has 10 villages and 5,300 acres of permanent open space, including 144 tot lots, 225 pedestrian bridges, the 40-acre Symphony Woods, 3 lakes, 19 ponds and natural open space areas, interlaced with more than 83 miles of pathways for walking, biking and jogging. There is also a vast network of plazas, picnic areas, public areas, tennis courts, and two parcourse fitness trails. Columbia, a bold hope at ground-breaking in 1966, is now a city giving shape and meaning to its original goals--physical, social and economic. Columbia residents have reacted to the new environment with initiative and vitality, bringing in a broad and continually expanding list of education, recreation, entertainment, civic and political activities. Please visit http://www.columbiaassociation.com

For More Information:

View Market Conditions of other areas served by Emilie Christiansen

Navigate: Top > Maryland > Columbia

About Emilie Christiansen:
Experience and Qualifications
Designations: NATIONAL SALES AWARD-REALTY ALLIANCE for exceptional performance ranking in the TOP 1% of ALL residential sales in the NATION

Awards: Member of the Long & Foster's Founder's Club

Languages: Dutch, Danish, French, German

Special Interests: Tennis, Cycling, Astronomy, Gardening

The real estate process is always more enjoyable when you fully understand each phase of the transaction. As your realtor, I will keep you informed throughout the entire process to enable you to make decisions that work for you!

MY ACCENT IS ON SERVICE
Dedication to professional excellence
Residential and relocation specialist
Full time professional Realtor since 1982
Experienced buyer and seller representation
Conscientious and hardworking follow-through
Skilled negotiator and attentive listener
Easy going and patient

Knowing the right contacts can help your transaction proceed more quickly and smoothly. I will guide you to the best recourses and connections to help ensure that your needs are met smoothly and with the least amount of inconvenience to you!!

I believe that a solid and lasting relationship is achieved by earning trust and mutual respect among everyone involved. My approach is honest, easy going and straightforward. I am committed to maintaining the highest degree of integrity and ethical standards!

Getting the results you want.
A high percentage of my business is referral and repeat business from satisfied clients and other realtors. My 27 years of proven performance will help produce the results you are looking for. I look forward to working with you.



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