Dawn Bell, Realtor / Pax River PCS Relocation Guide

08/29/2026

🏡 ANOTHER WICOMICO SHORES HOME SOLD! 🔑

Another successful closing for one of my sellers — and this one is a great example of why having the right strategy matters even AFTER a home goes under contract.

🔥 UNDER CONTRACT IN JUST 3 DAYS!

My seller lives outside of Maryland, and this Wicomico Shores property was his second home. I managed the sale locally on his behalf while he remained out of state.

But there’s more to this SOLD story...

Our original contract fell through. Fortunately, we had continued allowing showings and accepted a BACKUP OFFER — a strategy that paid off when that buyer was ready to step into first position. 🎯

And it was a strong offer:

✅ NO Home Inspection Contingency
✅ NO Home Sale Contingency
✅ Backup Buyer Already in Position
✅ Out-of-State Seller
✅ Remote Closing
✅ SOLD! 🎉

Instead of having to start over from scratch when the first contract fell through, we already had another buyer waiting in the wings.

That’s why selling a home isn't just about getting an offer — it's about having a strategy to protect the sale all the way to closing.

🏡 HAVE A HOME, SECOND HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY TO SELL?

Whether you live in Maryland or out of state, I can manage the sale of your Southern Maryland property from start to finish.

Message, text, or call me and let's talk about getting YOUR property SOLD.

📅 Schedule a FREE 15 minutes consultation with me to get started! (Link in comment section.)

Dawn Bell, Maryland REALTOR®
RE/MAX One
SRS • ABR • RENE • MRP
Pax River PCS Relocation Specialist
St. Mary’s County Tourism Ambassador

📱 301-904-7221 — TEXT/CALL
☎️ 240-561-7094 — VM
☎️ 410-535-6291 — OFFICE
📧 [email protected]

~ Elevate Your Lifestyle ~

08/29/2026

🏡 SOLD IN AVENUE, MD! 🔑

Another successful closing for my seller at 39111 Maycroft Rd., Avenue, MD!

This one was especially meaningful because I was trusted to handle the sale of her mother’s estate property — and my goal was to get it SOLD without letting it sit on the market.

🔥 UNDER CONTRACT IN JUST 4 DAYS!

The winning offer was:

💵 CASH
✅ NO Home Inspection Contingency
✅ NO Appraisal Contingency
✅ NO Home Sale Contingency

From ACTIVE to UNDER CONTRACT in only 4 days — and now officially SOLD! 🎉

If you’re thinking about selling, choosing the right pricing and marketing strategy from the beginning matters.

🏡 HAVE A HOME TO SELL?

Message, text, or call me and let’s talk about getting YOUR property SOLD.

📅 Schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation, link in the comment section!

Dawn Bell, Maryland REALTOR®
RE/MAX One
SRS • ABR • RENE • MRP
Pax River PCS Relocation Specialist
St. Mary’s County Tourism Ambassador

📱 301-904-7221 — TEXT/CALL
☎️ 240-561-7094 — VM
☎️ 410-535-6291 — OFFICE
📧 [email protected]

~ Elevate Your Lifestyle ~

08/12/2026

PCSing to Pax River and Need Storage? 📦🏡

Whether you’re waiting on housing, downsizing for a move, deploying, or simply need somewhere to keep your belongings, there are several storage options around St. Mary’s County.

Here are some local facilities to get you started:

📍 CALIFORNIA
CubeSmart Self Storage
22465 Indian Bridge Rd., California, MD 20619
📞 301-997-0448

📍 LEXINGTON PARK / GREAT MILLS AREA
Extra Space Storage
22672 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-737-5666

Public Storage
21268 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-960-8319

Store Here Self Storage
21502 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-753-3400

LocalStorage
21323 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 877-905-6225

📍 LEONARDTOWN
Town Storage
22765 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650
📞 301-475-9632

Public Storage
25850 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650
📞 866-677-5147

📍 HOLLYWOOD
iStorage
43890 Commerce Ave., Hollywood, MD 20636
📞 301-373-4290

💡 PCS TIP: Call before renting to confirm current pricing, unit availability, climate-controlled options, access hours, and whether they offer military discounts.

Save this post so you have it when moving day gets closer! 🇺🇸

— Dawn Bell, Maryland REALTOR®
Pax River PCS Relocation Specialist
MRP • RENE • ABR • SRS

📧 [email protected]
📱 (C) 301-904-7221
☎️ (O) 410-535-6291
🌐 https://dawn-bell.rm1realestate.com

“Call Dawn Bell to Buy, Rent, or Sell”
~ Elevate Your Lifestyle ~

08/12/2026

PCSing to Pax River and Need Storage? 📦🏡

Whether you’re waiting on housing, downsizing for a move, deploying, or simply need somewhere to keep your belongings, there are several storage options around St. Mary’s County.

Here are some local facilities to get you started:

📍 CALIFORNIA
CubeSmart Self Storage
22465 Indian Bridge Rd., California, MD 20619
📞 301-997-0448

📍 LEXINGTON PARK / GREAT MILLS AREA
Extra Space Storage
22672 Three Notch Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-737-5666

Public Storage
21268 Willows Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-960-8319

Store Here Self Storage
21502 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 301-753-3400

LocalStorage
21323 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653
📞 877-905-6225

📍 LEONARDTOWN
Town Storage
22765 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650
📞 301-475-9632

Public Storage
25850 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650
📞 866-677-5147

📍 HOLLYWOOD
iStorage
43890 Commerce Ave., Hollywood, MD 20636
📞 301-373-4290

💡 PCS TIP: Call before renting to confirm current pricing, unit availability, climate-controlled options, access hours, and whether they offer military discounts.

Save this post so you have it when moving day gets closer! 🇺🇸

— Dawn Bell, Maryland REALTOR®
Pax River PCS Relocation Specialist
MRP • RENE • ABR • SRS

📧 [email protected]
📱 (C) 301-994-7221 Text
☎️ (O) 410-535-6291 VM
🌐 https://dawn-bell.rm1realestate.com

“Call Dawn Bell to Buy, Rent, or Sell”
~ Elevate Your Lifestyle ~

08/11/2026

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Make the most of your bathroom with this expert advice.

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08/07/2026

Looking for a great investment? Our latest price reduction in Saint Mary's County, MD is a must-see.
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Access your home equity with these options for retired homeowners.

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