Jen Ward REALTOR® Blog

Do This Before You Go on Vacation | Sail250 | Avoid Invasive Plant Species | 4th of July Events | Borrow a Book

Happy June! I hope a well-deserved vacation is in your future. Before you head out, review the checklist below to keep your home secure while you are away.  There are a lot of good reasons to get outside this month. The United States of America is celebrating 250 years, and the city is marking it wi

Before You Leave: A Homeowner’s Checklist for Going on Vacation

If you’re like many of my clients, you’ve been counting down to a well-earned vacation. Before you lock the door and hit the road, there’s one thing I always remind homeowners: a little preparation goes a long way toward protecting the investment you’ve worked so hard for. As your real estate agent,

Prepare Your Home to Prevent Freezing Pipes

This winter the Baltimore area is experiencing freezing temperatures. When the temperature dips below freezing, I review my list of cold-weather house tasks that help it operate at peak performance while saving me money. Protect indoor pipes: Install pipe insulation around any exposed copper or PVC

Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Fire Pit or Grill | Is Your Home Ready For Summer Vacation? | My Top Summer Festivals

It's that time of year: Temperatures are rising, the school year is coming to a close, and the unofficial start of summer -- Memorial Day -- is just around the corner. Thank you to all who have served our country to protect our freedoms! Before everyone heads out on summer vacation, I want to bring