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Originally Posted by firstdown

Is this your first home and where is it located? .

Originally Posted by GMScud

I assume you're staying in the DC area right? Whereabouts is your new place? It's a great time to buy around here. Congrats!

Thanks!
I am moving from Kensington to Silver Spring. It's only about 8 miles away but this place will be my own, and yes I am a first time buyer. I have waited 2 1/2 years for this (since getting out of the Army).

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by Angry

Thanks!
I am moving from Kensington to Silver Spring. It's only about 8 miles away but this place will be my own, and yes I am a first time buyer. I have waited 2 1/2 years for this (since getting out of the Army).

Well with the wait you now have lower prices and you will get that Obama first time home buyer thing thats around 8 grand. I didn't own my first home until I was 40 but I had purchased several comercial properties which worked out better in the long run. I don't have a MD license to sell ins. but if you have any questions about what to look for with homeowners ins let me know and I'll PM you my number so we can talk. Most homeowners policies are pretty standard but there are several things you need to make sure are in your policy.

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Originally Posted by Angry

Thanks!
I am moving from Kensington to Silver Spring. It's only about 8 miles away but this place will be my own, and yes I am a first time buyer. I have waited 2 1/2 years for this (since getting out of the Army).

Nice. I grew up in upper NW DC, but I live just across the city line in Silver Spring right now. Let me tell you, it's come a long way in the past 7-10 years. I really love it. Welcome!