Agent Dorine

07/22/2024

Looking to sell your home? Check out our commission options:

Our most popular option provides expert guidance throughout the selling process. This package includes a professional posting in the MLS along with the services listed in the chart below. Although negotiable, we suggest a 2.5% fee to the buyer’s side agent.

07/15/2024

Buying a home is one of the top most stressful life events. The process also varies from state to state. For example, Virginia is a "Buyer Beware" state so buyers rely heavily on inspections to understand the condition of a house. On the other hand, in Maryland sellers are required to disclose to buyers a lot more information on the condition of their house.

Working with buyers and sellers in VA, MD, and DC, gives me a wide range of experience and knowledge to better assist my clients.

07/10/2024

New rules on Realtor® commissions go into effect on August 17th!

Buyers and Sellers will want to have a Realtor® who understands the changes and offers commission options to fit your needs. At Spicer, we have been offering exceptional service and commission options for decades. It is how we do business.

Below is a good article that summarizes the changes and what they mean to buyers and sellers. Message me with any questions.

The settlement includes some changes to real estate transactions, but importantly, consumers will continue to have choices regarding real estate services.

01/12/2024

Thinking about downsizing or upsizing this year?

01/06/2024

If you are like me, you used the Holidays to buy a gadget for your kitchen. I like cooking and think it makes it easier to eat healthier.

Here are a few things that I (and many of my friends and clients!) swear by. The first three are my favorites.

1. Air fryer: A healthier alternative to deep-frying (and minimal cleanup — the best part!).
2. Instant pot: Pressure cook, slow cook, steam, and more. Great if you’re on a time crunch!
3. Coffee maker: Instead of spending money on expensive coffee shop drinks that are full of sugar (and…$6 for a latte?!), invest in a quality coffee maker.
4. Salad spinner: Remove excess water from your greens and make crisp and flavorful salads.
5. Food processor: Make chopping, grinding, and blending a breeze.
6. Spiralizer: Use it to turn vegetables like zucchini and carrots into delicious noodles for low-carb pasta dishes.
7. Popcorn popper: Ditch the microwave popcorn and enjoy healthy, fresh popcorn at home.

Remember to choose gadgets that fit your cooking habits and are multi-functional to avoid cluttering up your kitchen (because you know when you sell, I’m going to tell you to clear off those countertops!).

Just for fun: what are you cooking at home these days?

12/06/2023

NOW TRENDING

Home design trends come and go (and who could have predicted that f***y packs would be back so soon as ‘belt bags?’).

But right now, the biggest trend in home design is… shying away from trends.

Instead, homeowners are making design decisions based on how they utilize a space, focusing on functionality and customization.

Here are some home customization requests I’ve heard about…

-Home offices with studio-quality lighting for Zoom calls.
-Mudrooms with build-outs tailored to that family’s activities.
-Built-in dog bowls with water spigots.
-Kitchen islands with adjustable heights.
-Outdoor kitchens with running water, ice machines, refrigerators and even outdoor pizza ovens.
-Basements designed like the rest of the house with amenities like a bar or home gym.

If you could have one of these customizations in your home, which would you choose?

12/06/2023

It’s beginning to look a lot like the holiday season 🎄🕎

11/29/2023

Home ownership has some pretty fantastic benefits year-round, but during the holiday season? It’s extra special. 🏡🎄

11/27/2023

Don't forget your home!

11/23/2023

Thankful. Grateful. Blessed. Happy Thanksgiving!