Ocean Pines Leizure Lifestyle - Coldwell Banker Realty

So Close to Ocean Pines and Ocean City too!

Did you know Wor-Wic owns Ocean Resorts Golf Club, thanks to a generous donation in 2008? ALL students - not just Wor-Wic students but any high school or college student - can play the course for just $25 (including a cart!). Kids under 15 always play for free after 4 p.m. with a paying adult.

And so it begins….

SUNDAES IN THE PARK START TONIGHT!

Northside Park 127th Street and the Bay
Sunday Evenings 7 – 9 p.m.
Free Live Entertainment for Adults & Kids

Looking for a rocking way to spend your Sunday evenings? Head over to Northside Park, where the tunes are rockin’ and the vibes are cool! It’s the ultimate family concert series, complete with FREE music that spans the gamut from country to rock, and tribute bands to oldies.

But that’s not all – kids can indulge in a plethora of free activities and entertainment, while you indulge in some delicious ice cream (available for purchase!). And if you’re thirsty for more, there are other beverage options available too.

So pack up your picnic basket and beach chairs, and settle in for a night of musical magic. Watch the sun set over the stunning Assawoman Bay, as you tap your toes to your favorite tunes. Then, stick around afterwards for fireworks! It’s Sundaes in the Park, and it’s the sweetest way to spend your Sunday!

Fast Eddie’s OC is the place to go!!

Country Night TONIGHT!!!
Dustin Showers Band hits the stage
Come party with us!
$6 Orange Crushes $3 Miller Drafts $2 Nattys & for Country Night $4 Pendleton Rodeo Whiskey shots and drinks!!!!
Let’s Party!!!!

Annual Fathers Day Weekend in Ocean Pines

The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will host the annual Teach a Kid to Fish Day on Saturday, June 15 from 9-11 a.m. at the South Gate Pond, near the Sports Core Pool.

Children of all ages are invited to “test the waters” and learn fishing skills and techniques from members of the Ocean Pines Anglers Club and Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

Organizers said the event provides a wonderful opportunity for parents and grandparents to introduce a new generation to the sport of fishing. The pond will be stocked with several species of fish, and participants will have a chance to try out their newly learned skills

The event is free, and no preregistration is required.

Bait will be provided, but participants are asked to bring their own rod. Participants are also encouraged to bring insect repellent and a bottle of water.

The event will include a drawing for a free rod and reel.

For more information, call Jerry Leuters at 240-427-8929.

Hope to find out more about this soon…

New Ocean City wood walkways to the beach.
This one on 2nd Street runs to the Plim Plaza Hotel.

://plimplazaoc.com



THANK YOU 🌺

Sons, daughters, fathers, mothers have all fought and lost their lives for our freedom. Today, we honor their bravery and sacrifice. It will never be forgotten.

Room For More Fun!!!

Ocean Pines unveils new Yacht Club tiki bar; ribbon cutting May 19

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(May 17, 2024) Ocean Pines Association will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Yacht Club tiki bar on Sunday, May 19 at noon. All are welcome.

The OPA Board approved building the new tiki bar in December, with an outside contractor and Ocean Pines Public Works sharing construction duties.

The new tiki bar was a request from Yacht Club management, to help improve service to the pool area, and the Yacht Club patio during the busy summer concert season.

“The Board assigned this task to the general manger, with the challenge of getting it done by Memorial Day. Credit to the Public Works team and to Whayland Construction for getting this done on time, and on budget,” General Manager John Viola said.

The Ocean Pines Yacht Club is currently open Thursday through Sunday.

Starting on Memorial Day Weekend, the Yacht Club and Yacht Club Pool will be open seven days a week, through Labor Day. The Yacht Club is always open to the public.

For information on upcoming events, visit www.opyachtclub.com.

Dan’s my Man for all Environmental Inspections in my Real Estate Business

Coastal Environmental Consulting Services, LLC

AND …it STARTS!!!!!

Long line of custom and hot rod cars forming along Baltimore Avenue up to 27th Street in Ocean City. Today is OC Crusins first 2024 car parade driving on the boardwalk from 27th St. to the Ocean City inlet. And a beautiful morning to ride!

A few changes…,

YES…it is!!

What’s Happening in OCMD

From April showers to May flowers, Ocean City is blooming with fun activities this month! 🌸☀️
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Weds in Ocean City, MD

The CAR office will be closed tomorrow (April 24) for the General Membership Meeting and REALTOR Fair in Ocean City! Not pre-registered? Come on down anyway! (Though we can't offer you a free boxed lunch, drink ticket or souvenir bag, we can guarantee networking with exhibitors and fellow REALTORS)! General Membership Meeting starts at 10:30 am, REALTOR Fair doors open at 12 noon.

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Next time you head to the beach, pack a fitted sheet

Big Tog, A Lost Trout and Some Flounder in Virginia - Ocean City MD Fishing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6vBBlmXLcg Man, the wind has been blowing a gale the past couple of days and there has not been a lot of opportunity to

TODAY ….

REMINDER: Arbor Day ceremony, April 11 in Ocean Pines

(Weblink: https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/news_content?announcementId=2136&backURL=%2Fweb%2Fpages%2Fopa-news&_jsfBridgeRedirect=true0

(April 11, 2024) The Ocean Pines Garden Club will host its annual Arbor Day Memorial Ceremony on Thursday, April 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Pintail Park in Ocean Pines.

The club will plant a tree in the park to honor friends and family members who passed away in 2023.

The ceremony will also include the Pine Tones choral group, bagpiper Mike Castoro, dignitary declarations, and poetry and historical readings. All are welcome.

In case of rain, the ceremony will be held in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center on 235 Ocean Parkway.

Additionally, the Garden Club will hold its annual Mother’s Day flower arrangement sale at the Ocean Pines Farmers Market on Saturday, May 11 in White Horse Park.

Club members create very affordable, small-to-medium-size flower arrangements perfect for a Mother's Day celebration.

For more information on the Ocean Pines Garden Club, contact Gail Philippi at [email protected].

TONIGHT in Ocean Pines…I’ll see you at the Coldwell Banker Realty TREE!!

REMINDER: THIS SATURDAY! Annual Hometown Christmas celebration returns, Nov. 25

(Nov. 16, 2023) Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks invites the community to kick off the holiday season with the Hometown Christmas celebration at White Horse Park, starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25.

During the event, the park will transform into a festive winter wonderland, as the Recreation and Parks Department officially flips the switch on 50 Christmas trees decorated by local community groups and businesses.

Recreation and Parks Director Debbie Donahue will lead the opening announcements.

The ceremony will also feature a special appearance by Santa Claus himself, who will then take up residence in the Santa House to greet local children and help spread Christmas cheer.

Additionally, Carol Ludwig and the Delmarva Chorus will grace the event with a series of Christmas carols, and free cookies and hot chocolate will be provided.

"Christmas is a magical time and it’s very special for us to be able to share this event once again with the people of Ocean Pines,” Donahue said. “We hope everyone comes out to join us, as we help kickstart the holiday season with our wonderful community."

Hometown Christmas is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact event coordinator Katie Goetzinger at [email protected] or 410-641-7052 ext. 3029.

There’s a Purpose to RePurpose!!

Reuse. Recycle. Reduce.
Our industry is riddled with waste - so when we see a chance to try and reduce the overall waste that's in our industry - we take it!

Mast Contracting, our amazing clients & Habitat for Humanity ReStore work together to reuse quality cabinets that are removed from homes. All these cabinets you see below will be donated to the Berlin Habitat for Humanity Restore

Stop by their Berlin Branch in the upcoming weeks to see these wonderful cabinets to assist in Restore your kitchen!

All of our clients also receive a tax write off for their donation to a 501(c)3 non-profit!

My Fave on the OCMD Boardwalk

Sunrise at Trimper's Haunted House with the Inlet Eye in the background.

Built in 1964 by Granville Trimper and designed by the legendary Bill Tracy, this thrilling Haunted attraction has been delighting generations of guests. Trimper's Haunted House, located on the historic Ocean City, Maryland boardwalk, is one of the last remaining Bill Tracy designed attractions left in the world.

Foliage is Fantastic this year!!

You know it’s getting closer to the holiday season when the Christmas shark shows up in Ocean City!! 🎄

Ocean City’s Native American sculpture is located at the OC inlet.  OC’s was created and dedicated by artist Peter Wolf Toth in 1976.  Mr. Toth sculpted at least one for each state. Do you know what city your state sculpture is located? Check out this link for further interesting information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trail_of_the_Whispering_Giants

SO…YOU WANT TO BE A REALTOR

There is a lot of talk in the news about real estate agent commissions. They LOVE what they do and they do it because they LOVE helping people but there is almost always a huge misconception on what they do and how they get paid. It's not a secret so here ya go...😊

The average FULL TIME REALTOR’s earnings last year was $31,900 @ 40+ hours a week. (Notice I wrote full time 40+ hours not 0-20 hours a week) which is well below the living wage. As a REALTOR they do not get paid a hourly wage or salary and they
only get paid if they sell a home and it closes. They can only get paid by broker to broker. As an agent you could work with someone days, weeks, months, or years with no guarantee of a sale ever.

Essentially they wake up each day unemployed going on Job Interviews and they deal with constant rejection. They dedicate time away from family, use our time, gas, pay for babysitters, miss dinner and weekends and rarely take vacations. They are on 24/7! You constantly need to be on, or you could miss an opportunity. Once they do close a home, half goes to the other persons agent from the remaining half. They have lots of upfront expenses that must be paid out before they even get paid:

Broker Splits and Fees
Office rent and utilities
MLS Fees
NAR Fees
Local Association Fees
E&O Business Insurance
Extended Auto Insurance
Self-Employment Tax
State Licensing Fees
Advertising Fees
Showing Service Fees
Website Fees
Assistant's Salaries
Showing partners
Transaction coordinator
Yard Signs
Photographers
Videographers
Office Supplies
Business Cards
Property Flyers
Electronic Lockboxes
Continued RE Education
Legal Fees
Gas
Income taxes are not taken out so they have to put that aside around 25-30%.

Don’t forget health insurance if you don’t have a spouse who provides it.

As a listing agent they have lots of tasks far more than just selling a home.

1. Prepare Listing Presentation for Sellers
2. Research Sellers Property Tax Info
3. Research Comparable Sold Properties for Sellers
4. Determine Average Days on Market
5. Gather Info From Sellers About Their Home
6. Meet With Sellers at Their Home
7. Get To Know Their Home
8. Present Listing Presentation
9. Advise on Repairs and/or Upgrades
10. Provide Home Seller To-Do Checklist
11. Explain Current Market Conditions
12. Discuss Seller’s Goals
13. Share Your Value Proposition
14. Explain Benefits of Your Brokerage
15. Present Your Marketing Options
16. Explain Video Marketing Strategies
17. Demonstrate 3D Tour Marketing
18. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
19. Describe the Buyer Pre-Screening Process
20. Create Internal File for Transaction
21. Get Listing Agreement & Disclosures Signed
22. Provide Sellers Disclosure Form to Sellers
23. Verify Interior Room Sizes
24. Obtain Current Mortgage Loan Info
25. Confirm Lot Size from County Tax Records
26. Investigate Any Unrecorded Property Easements
27. Establish Showing Instructions for Buyers
28. Agree on Showing Times with Sellers
29. Discuss Different Types of Buyer Financing
30. Explain Appraisal Process and Pitfalls
31. Verify Home Owners Association Fees
32. Obtain a Copy of HOA Bylaws
33. Gather Transferable Warranties
34. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
35. Verify Security System Ownership
36. Discuss Video Recording Devices & Showings
37. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
38. Agree on Repairs to Made Before Listing
39. Schedule Staging Consultation
40. Schedule House Cleaners
41. Install Electronic Lockbox & Yard Sign
42. Set-Up Photo/Video Shoot
43. Meet Photographer at Property
44. Prepare Home For Photographer
45. Schedule Drone & 3D Tour Shoot
46. Get Seller’s Approval of All Marketing Materials
47. Input Property Listing Into The MLS
48. Create Virtual Tour Page
49. Verify Listing Data on 3rd Party Websites
50. Have Listing Proofread
51. Create Property Flyer
52. Have Extra Keys Made for Lockbox
53. Set-Up Showing Services
54. Help Owners Coordinate Showings
55. Gather Feedback After Each Showing
56. Keep track of Showing Activity
57. Update MLS Listing as Needed
58. Schedule Weekly Update Calls with Seller
59. Prepare “Net Sheet” For All Offers
60. Present All Offers to Seller
61. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Buyer’s Agent
62. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Qualifications
63. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Lender
64. Negotiate All Offers
65. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
66. Check Buyer’s Agent Has Received Copies
67. Change Property Status in MLS
68. Deliver Copies of Contact/Addendum to Seller
69. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
70. Coordinate Inspections with Sellers
71. Explain Buyer’s Inspection Objections to Sellers
72. Determine Seller’s Inspection Resolution
73. Get All Repair Agreements in Writing
74. Refer Trustworthy Contractors to Sellers
75. Meet Appraiser at the Property
76. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
77. Confirm Clear-to-Close
78. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
79. Verify Title Company Has All Docs
80. Remind Sellers to Transfer Utilities
81. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
82. Resolve Any Title Issues Before Closing
83. Receive and Carefully Review Closing Docs
84. Review Closing Figures With Seller
85. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made
86. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
87. Attend Seller’s Closing
88. Pick Up Sign & Lock Box
89. Change Status in MLS to “Sold.”
90. Close Out Seller’s File With Brokerage

As a buyers agent they also have many tasks.

1. Schedule Time To Meet Buyers
2. Prepare Buyers Guide & Presentation
3. Meet Buyers and Discuss Their Goals
4. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
5. Discuss Different Types of Financing Options
6. Help Buyers Find a Mortgage Lender
7. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Their Lender
8. Explain What You Do For Buyers As A Realtor
9. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
10. Explain Your Company’s Value to Buyers
11. Discuss Earnest Money Deposits
12. Explain Home Inspection Process
13. Educate Buyers About Local Neighborhoods
14. Discuss Foreclosures & Short Sales
15. Gather Needs & Wants Of Their Next Home
16. Explain School Districts Effect on Home Values
17. Explain Recording Devices During Showings
18. Learn All Buyer Goals & Make A Plan
19. Create Internal File for Buyers Records
20. Send Buyers Homes Within Their Criteria
21. Start Showing Buyers Home That They Request
22. Schedule & Organize All Showings
23. Gather Showing Instructions for Each Listing
24. Send Showing Schedule to Buyers
25. Show Up Early and Prepare First Showing
26. Look For Possible Repair Issues While Showing
27. Gather Buyer Feedback After Each Showing
28. Update Buyers When New Homes Hit the Market
29. Share Knowledge & Insight About Homes
30. Guide Buyers Through Their Emotional Journey
31. Listen & Learn From Buyers At Each Showing
32. Keep Records of All Showings
33. Update Listing Agents with Buyer’s Feedback
34. Discuss Home Owner’s Associations
35. Estimate Expected Utility Usage Costs
36. Confirm Water Source and Status
37. Discuss Transferable Warranties
38. Explain Property Appraisal Process
39. Discuss Multiple Offer Situations
40. Create Practice Offer To Help Buyers Prepare
41. Provide Updated Housing Market Data to Buyers
42. Inform Buyers of Their Showing Activity Weekly
43. Update Buyers On Any Price Drops
44. Discuss MLS Data With Buyers At Showings
45. Find the Right Home for Buyers
46. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
47. Prepare Sales Contract When Buyers are Ready
48. Educate Buyer’s On Sales Contract Options
49. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
50. Explain Home Warranty Options
51. Update Buyer’s Pre-Approval Letter
52. Discuss Loan Objection Deadlines
53. Choose a Closing Date
54. Verify Listing Data Is Correct
55. Review Comps With Buyers To Determine Value
56. Prepare & Submit Buyer’s Offer to Listing Agent
57. Negotiate Buyers Offer With Listing Agent
58. Execute A Sales Contract & Disclosures
59. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
60. Coordinate Earnest Money Drop Off
61. Deliver Copies to Mortgage Lender
62. Obtain Copy of Sellers Disclosure for Buyers
63. Deliver Copies of Contract/Addendum to Buyers
64. Obtain A Copy of HOA Bylaws
65. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
66. Coordinate Inspections with Buyers
67. Meet Inspector At The Property
68. Review Home Inspection with Buyers
69. Negotiate Inspection Objections
70. Get All Agreed Upon Repair Items in Writing
71. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
72. Check In With Lender To Verify Loan Status
73. Check on the Appraisal Date
74. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
75. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
76. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
77. Verify Title Company Has Everything Needed
78. Remind Buyers to Schedule Utilities
79. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
80. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
81. Receive and Review Closing Documents
82. Review Closing Figures With Buyers
83. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made By Sellers
84. Perform Final Walk-Through with Buyers
85. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
86. Get CDA Signed By Brokerage
87. Attend Closing with Buyers
88. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
89. Give Keys and Accessories to Buyers
90. Close Out Buyer’s File Brokerage

Whew…exhausting isn’t it!?! 🤯

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