Chelsea Murphy, Realtor

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A little September real estate goal šŸ”Iā€™m hoping to help a few more families buy or sell a home before we wrap up 2026!Iā€™...
09/01/2026

A little September real estate goal šŸ”

Iā€™m hoping to help a few more families buy or sell a home before we wrap up 2026!

Iā€™ve built my business through referrals and word of mouth, and Iā€™m incredibly grateful every time someone trusts me enough to send a friend, family member, neighbor, or coworker my way.

So, if real estate happens to come up in conversation and you know someone who is thinking about buying, selling, or even just trying to figure out what their next step should be, Iā€™d love an introduction.

No pressure. No pushy sales pitch. Just good information, a plan, and someone in their corner.

And as always, thank you to everyone who continues to share my name. It truly is how I grow my business. šŸ”ā¤ļø

Chelsea Murphy, REALTORĀ®
Douglas Realty
šŸ“± 443.813.0243
šŸ“§ [email protected]

Chelsea Murphy, Realtor

šŸ” Things they donā€™t teach you in real estate schoolā€¦The buyers signed at 7pm last night, and I stopped by first thing th...
09/01/2026

šŸ” Things they donā€™t teach you in real estate schoolā€¦

The buyers signed at 7pm last night, and I stopped by first thing this morning to grab my lockbox from the front door.

Exceptā€¦ there was no lockbox on the door.

Because instead of waiting for me to come get it as soon as possible, the new homeowner apparently decided, ā€œI can handle this.ā€

And by ā€œhandle this,ā€ I mean he removed the entire doorknob, lockbox and all šŸ˜‚

Honestly, I canā€™t even be mad. The lockbox is technically off the house. Mission accomplished. āœ”ļø

There are approximately 47 ways I imagined retrieving my lockbox this morning.

Being handed the entire doorknob was not one of them. šŸ˜‚

Never a dull day in real estate.

And with that, a HUGE congratulations to my sellers on officially closing this chapter! šŸŽ‰ This was definitely one of the moreā€¦ interesting listing situations Iā€™ve had šŸ˜‚ and it kept us on our toes right up until the very end apparently.

And congratulations to the new homeowner on completing his first home improvement project less than 12 hours after settlement. šŸ”šŸ”ØšŸ˜‚

Things Iā€™ve learned from touring houses, there are WAY more pet pigs out there than youā€™d think.Tonightā€™s pig wasā€¦ a lit...
08/31/2026

Things Iā€™ve learned from touring houses, there are WAY more pet pigs out there than youā€™d think.

Tonightā€™s pig wasā€¦ a little less feisty. šŸ—šŸ˜‚

08/28/2026

ā˜€ļøšŸ” Wrapping Up August: What Did the Summer Real Estate Market Actually Look Like?

Iā€™m wrapping up August with 3 closings Monday, which feels like the perfect way to close out a busy summer, but this summerā€™s real estate market definitely looked different than what weā€™ve seen over the past few years.

The homes are still selling. Buyers are still buying. But the numbers show us that the pace has changed.

šŸ“Š According to the latest Bright MLS Weekly Market Report:

ā€¢ 61,218 showings ā†’ down 6.7% from last year
ā€¢ 4,802 new contracts ā†’ down 5.3% from last year
ā€¢ 525 canceled listings ā†’ UP 23.8% from last year

This marks the 7th straight week that showings have trailed 2025 and the 3rd straight week that new contracts have been down year-over-year.

And maybe one of the most telling numbers: canceled listings have now been at their highest level in four years for 11 straight weeks.

What does all of that mean?

šŸ” FOR SELLERS: Homes are absolutely still selling, I have 3 listings closing just this week to prove it! But buyers have more choices and are taking more time to make decisions. Pricing correctly from the beginning, preparing the home well and having a strong marketing strategy matter even more in this market.

šŸ”‘ FOR BUYERS: More inventory and less competition can create opportunities we simply didnā€™t have during the frenzy years. There may be more room to negotiate price, seller concessions, closing costs or even a rate buydown.

šŸ’° And speaking of ratesā€¦

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is currently 6.66%, compared with 6.65% last week and 6.56% one year ago.

Rates really havenā€™t changed much. What HAS changed is the market around them.

More homes to choose from + slower price growth + sellers who may be more willing to negotiate can change the overall affordability equation.

As we head into the fall market, I think thatā€™s the biggest takeaway from this summer: weā€™re moving toward a more balanced market.

It doesnā€™t necessarily favor every buyer or every seller. It means strategy matters.

And after a busy summer and the first week of school officially DONE šŸ™Œ, Iā€™m ready to see what the fall market brings! šŸ‚šŸ”

Feel free to reach out with any real estate-related questions. Iā€™m always happy to be a resource, whether youā€™re thinking about buying, selling or simply want to better understand whatā€™s happening in the market.

Chelsea Murphy, REALTORĀ®
Douglas Realty
443.813.0243
[email protected]

Sources: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, August 27, 2026 & Bright MLS Weekly Market Report, week ending August 23, 2026.

08/25/2026

šŸ” 5 Tremont Drive | Millersville, MD | Shipleys Crossing

This is one of those homes where you keep noticing something new as you walk through! šŸ˜

From the charming window box out front to the beautiful molding, built-in dining room bench with hidden storage, and all the little custom touches throughout, thereā€™s so much personality here.

āœØ Main-level primary suite
āœØ Spacious kitchen + living area
āœØ Finished lower level with HIGH ceilings
āœØ Kitchenette, full bath + additional laundry hookup downstairs
āœØ Walkout basement with potential for an in-law suite, multigenerational living, guest space, or potentially a rental setup
āœØ Additional bedrooms upstairs
āœØ Located in Shipleys Crossing, with a community pool and clubhouse!

šŸ“ 5 Tremont Dr, Millersville, MD 21108
šŸ” Listed by Douglas Realty for $794,900

Want to see it in person? Letā€™s set up a private tour!

Chelsea Murphy, REALTORĀ® | Douglas Realty
443.813.0243/ 410.255.3690
[email protected]

Happy first day of school! šŸŽšŸ“šWishing all of our students, teachers, and staff an amazing start to the new school year! A...
08/24/2026

Happy first day of school! šŸŽšŸ“š

Wishing all of our students, teachers, and staff an amazing start to the new school year! A special thank you to our teachers for everything you do for our kiddos all year long. ā¤ļø

And for everyone out on the roads this morning -slow down, stay alert, and keep an eye out for those school buses and those precious little people! šŸšŒ

Hereā€™s to a great year! āœļøšŸ““

Chelsea Murphy, Realtor

I love staging my vacant listings. šŸ”āœØSometimes a home doesnā€™t need a a lot to make it shine, just a few well-placed piec...
08/13/2026

I love staging my vacant listings. šŸ”āœØ

Sometimes a home doesnā€™t need a a lot to make it shine, just a few well-placed pieces to make it feel warmer, brighter, and help buyers notice the features that really stand out.

I almost always dress up a fireplace because itā€™s such a natural focal point, and I love finding little ways to highlight the unique details in each home.

And of courseā€¦staging gives me a very good excuse to thrift. šŸ˜‚

My latest find is this basket and I cannot decide what it was actually meant for. My first thought was magazines, then maybe rolled blankets?

So I need opinions: What would YOU use this for?
And bonus points if youā€™ve ever seen one like it and actually know what itā€™s supposed to be! šŸ‘€

Buying your first home starts before the house hunt. šŸ”A few smart first steps can make the process much smoother:ā€¢ Talk ...
08/11/2026

Buying your first home starts before the house hunt. šŸ”

A few smart first steps can make the process much smoother:
ā€¢ Talk with a lender to understand your budget and loan options
ā€¢ Learn what upfront costs to expect beyond the down payment
ā€¢ Get pre-approved before you start seriously shopping
ā€¢ Work with an agent who can walk you through inspections, offers, contingencies, and closing

You donā€™t have to have it all figured out before you beginā€”thatā€™s what your team is there for.

If homeownership is something youā€™re considering, send me a message. Iā€™m always happy to help you understand the process and figure out what your next step should be.

Chelsea Murphy, REALTORĀ® with Douglas Realty
šŸ“± 443-813-0243 ā˜Žļø 410-255-3690
āœ‰ļø [email protected]

ITā€™S MARYLAND TAX-FREE WEEK From now through Saturday, Aug. 15, you can skip Marylandā€™s 6% sales tax on qualifying cloth...
08/10/2026

ITā€™S MARYLAND TAX-FREE WEEK

From now through Saturday, Aug. 15, you can skip Marylandā€™s 6% sales tax on qualifying clothing and shoes priced at $100 or less, and the limit is PER ITEM, not your total purchase.

A few things to know:
--Clothing & shoes: Tax-free if each item is $100 or less
--Backpacks/bookbags: The first $40 is tax-free
--Online shopping counts, too, as long as the purchase meets the stateā€™s timing requirements
--Store coupons can bring an item down to $100 or less and make it eligible, but manufacturer coupons donā€™t count the same way
--An item over $100 is fully taxable. A $110 pair of shoes doesnā€™t get the first $100 tax-free.
--Jewelry, watches, handbags, umbrellas, scarves, ties and most other accessories are NOT included.

The tax-free week runs through 11:59 p.m. Saturday. Whatā€™s on your back to school list?

08/10/2026

Space, style, and a layout designed for the way you actually live.

806 Lynwood Lane in Severna Park offers over 4,100 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, a statement kitchen, two oversized primary closets, a finished walkout lower level, and beautifully flexible living space throughout.

Listed by Douglas Realty for $969,000.

A home that feels just as good as it looks.

Chelsea Murphy, REALTORĀ®
Douglas Realty
443-813-0243/ 410-255-3690
[email protected]

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