Upper Marlboro, MD Real Estate with Keith Tate

09/12/2026

Are $1M+ home sales in Maryland really up 15%? 🏡
I’ve had a few clients ask me about this recently. The short answer? Not quite—but there’s a massive plot twist in the numbers.
Here is what is actually happening across Maryland’s luxury real estate market right now:
🔹 Total Sales are Flat: Statewide sales volume is hovering right around 0% to +2% year-over-year. Mortgage rates and tight inventory have kept overall transaction counts stable rather than surging.
🔹 Active Inventory IS Up ~15%: In places like the Baltimore metro and surrounding luxury corridors, available listings have surged 13% to 15% year-over-year.
🔹 The High-End Outperforms: Upper-bracket single-family homes in Montgomery County (Bethesda, Potomac) and Anne Arundel (Annapolis) are moving faster and commanding stronger terms than the broader market.
What this means for you:
🏡 Sellers: You aren't in a wild bidding-war frenzy, but well-priced luxury homes are moving fast. Strategy matters more than ever.
🔑 Buyers: You finally have ~15% more options to look at compared to last year!
Curious what your specific neighborhood or price point is doing right now? Drop your ZIP code in the comments or shoot me a DM! 📲

08/04/2026

What is really happening in Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia right now — and why it matters if you are feeling pressure on your mortgage.

If you live in Prince George's County, Charles County, Montgomery County, or anywhere across the DC metro and Northern Virginia, you have felt it. Homes are not moving like they did, inventory is tight, and families feel stuck.

Here is why things are as they are.

To fight inflation, the Federal Reserve raised rates aggressively. Mortgage rates that were around 3% climbed to around 7%. For a homeowner with a low rate, selling now often means giving up that rate and doubling the monthly payment.

That creates what we call the lock-in effect. Homeowners who would normally sell decide to stay put. Inventory stays low. Movement across the DMV slows down.

For most families, it is just frustrating. For families already facing missed payments, job changes, divorce, or medical bills, it gets harder. When you cannot sell easily and payments get tighter, some homeowners run out of runway. That is why foreclosures and short sales are becoming more relevant conversations here again.

There is hope in this picture.

Markets move in cycles. This tight stretch is not permanent. And even inside a tight market, there are dignified, strategic paths forward.

Short sale. Loan modification. A carefully timed traditional sale. The right choice depends on your numbers, your timeline, and your goals, not pressure.

My role is to provide educational real estate guidance, not a sales pitch. I help DMV homeowners navigate the path forward with clear information so you can make the decision that protects your future.

This week I will be sharing a series breaking down each specific option for DMV homeowners — what it means, when it fits, and what to watch for.

If you are feeling the pressure now, you do not have to sort it alone. Talk through your situation with a local advocate who knows this market.

Request a guide or send a message, and we will start with education.

07/11/2024

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08/22/2022

As your trusted Real Estate Expert in Upper Marlboro, I am here to help!

Whether you are buying your first home, selling your existing property to build your dream home, or looking to invest in real estate, I am here every step of the way. I would love to sit down and show you why I am the best real estate agent for you. Contact, me for more information a t301)728-1050 or [email protected]!

08/22/2022