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Brian Schilling Real Estate As a local resident, real estate is my passion and my full-time job. Let’s work together to make your real estate journey seamless, rewarding, and stress-free.

Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor with Over $300 Million in Sales

With a proven track record of over $300 million in successful real estate transactions, I bring experience, expertise, and dedication to every client I serve. Whether you're buying your dream home or selling your property for maximum value, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. As a trusted advisor, my priority is to understand your unique needs and provide personalized solutions that deliver results. Contact me today and experience the difference of working with a professional who is committed to your success!

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MARKETING - the latest technology and marketing tools to get you the most results - in the least amount of time, with the least amount of stress.

• NEGOTIATION - In over 23 years and over 800 transactions, I have advocated for clients in almost every possible situation. In this fluctuating market, you need an interpreter and expert in the language of real estate.

• EVEN-KEEL – In an emotionally-charged environment, it is essential that your agent remains calm and professional. Unfortunately for the real estate industry, this does not always happen. This is my promise and commitment to my clients.

• KNOWLEDGE – Real estate is my passion and my full-time job. I am a local resident, work 7 days a week, and can give you access to facts and information about real estate trends that you will not find elsewhere.

• ATTENTION – A new trend in real estate has been to “team up” and dilute quality of communication with clients. It is my experience that one agent in constant communication with their clients results in the smoothest transaction. ACHIEVEMENTS


• Over $300M+ in total sales from 2002-2024

• Consistently in the top 1% of volume nationally

• Anne Arundel County Realtors® Masters Club

• Distinguished Sales Achievement Club of the Anne Arundel County Association of Realtors®

• CRIS Distinction – Certified Residential Investment Specialist




Specialties: I specialize in SELLING beautiful Anne Arundel County, including Annapolis, Eastport, Severna Park, Crownsville, Crofton, Davidsonville, Arnold, Broadneck, Glen Burnie, Pasadena, Odenton, Millersville, Edgewater and more! I have proven, proprietary sales techniques to get your home SOLD! Just ask my clients! When you need help buying, selling or investing in residential real estate, wouldn´t it be great to have a professional, highly successful agent right at your service?

***OPEN HOUSE SUN OCT 18, 2-4PM***New on the market in Canterbury Village. 829 Nancy Lynn Lane is the kind of home where...
10/16/2026

***OPEN HOUSE SUN OCT 18, 2-4PM***

New on the market in Canterbury Village. 829 Nancy Lynn Lane is the kind of home where the big-ticket work is already done. It has a new roof and a remodeled primary bath (both 2026), new carpet upstairs (2025), and fresh paint throughout. The hardscaping and retaining walls were also redone this year.

The main level has hardwood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting, and surround sound. There’s a dedicated home office, a dining room, and a living room. The kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances, plenty of cabinet space, and a center island with seating. A bright breakfast area opens into the family room and its gas fireplace.

Upstairs are four bedrooms and three full baths. The primary suite has a tray ceiling, a separate sitting area, and the newly remodeled bath. A second bedroom has its own en-suite, every bedroom has a custom California Closets system, and laundry is on the same floor. The finished lower level gives you flexible space for a rec room, media room, or home gym.

The first cold night of the season tells you more about your house than almost anything else, and it costs nothing.That ...
10/16/2026

The first cold night of the season tells you more about your house than almost anything else, and it costs nothing.

That is when you notice the draft by the back door, the bedroom that never quite warms up, and the new noise the furnace is making. The trouble is that most people forget all of it by morning.

So the next cold night, walk through the house and write down what you find. Where you feel a draft. Which rooms run cold. Anything the heating system is doing that it did not do last year.

Most of what ends up on that list is a small fix in October. Weatherstripping, a tube of caulk, a new furnace filter, or a service visit while HVAC companies still have openings. Left alone, the same items tend to turn into expensive problems by January, usually on the coldest week of the year.

10/15/2026

If you are getting ready to sell, it is tempting to finally take on the big bathroom remodel. Before you do, it is worth looking at what that project is likely to return.

Major renovations rarely pay back their full cost at sale. Buyers have their own taste, and a remodel done right before listing often adds less to the price than it cost to complete. Smaller projects tend to do more for the money.

Four that are worth a few Saturday afternoons:

Fresh paint in neutral tones. It makes rooms look clean, bright, and cared for.

Curb appeal. A trimmed lawn, fresh mulch, and a clean front door set the first impression before a buyer steps inside.

Updated lighting and hardware. Swapping dated fixtures, cabinet pulls, and faucets is inexpensive and changes how a room reads.

A deep clean and the small repairs. The dripping faucet, the sticking door, the cracked outlet cover. Buyers notice them, and they add up.

None of these cost much, and all of them help. If you are deciding where to put your budget before listing, send me a message.

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By my count, there are a few good patio weekends left before the evenings turn cold.So the restaurant in Eastport you ke...
10/14/2026

By my count, there are a few good patio weekends left before the evenings turn cold.

So the restaurant in Eastport you keep meaning to try, or the place on West Street a friend keeps mentioning? This is the time to go. Annapolis is at its best in the fall. The air is crisp, the summer crowds have thinned out, and you can still sit outside by the water without a heavy coat.

The local spots are a big part of what makes this town feel like home. What is your go-to patio in Annapolis right now?

Most people think of spring as the time to buy a home. That is exactly why October deserves a look.Fewer buyers are out ...
10/13/2026

Most people think of spring as the time to buy a home. That is exactly why October deserves a look.

Fewer buyers are out this time of year, which usually means less competition for the homes that are available. You are less likely to end up in a multiple-offer situation, and you often have more time to make a decision.

Sellers who are on the market in the fall also tend to be serious about moving. Many would like to close before the holidays or the end of the year. That can mean more flexibility on price, repairs, or closing costs.

The trade-off is selection. There are typically fewer homes to choose from than in spring, so it helps to know what you want and be ready when the right one comes up.

None of this means you have to buy now. But if you have been quietly watching the market, the calendar may be working in your favor. Happy to answer questions about what is available right now. Send me a message.

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Moving is disruptive for everyone in the house, and pets feel it too. The boxes, the noise, and the change in routine ca...
10/12/2026

Moving is disruptive for everyone in the house, and pets feel it too. The boxes, the noise, and the change in routine can leave a dog or cat stressed well before moving day.

A few things make it easier on them.

Pack a pet essentials bag and keep it with you, not on the truck. Food, treats, a favorite toy, medications, and a blanket that smells like home.

Keep their routine as steady as you can. Same feeding times, same walks, even when the kitchen is in boxes.

On moving day, give them a quiet room with the door closed, or have them stay with a friend. Open doors and movers coming and going are how pets get loose.

At the new place, set up their bed and bowls first so they have a familiar spot from the first night. And update the address on their tags and microchip before you need it.

A little extra patience goes a long way while everyone settles in. Questions about planning a move? Send me a message.

10/11/2026

Earnest money and the down payment get confused all the time. They are two different things that happen at two different points in the purchase.

Earnest money is a good faith deposit. You put it down shortly after your offer is accepted to show the seller you are serious. It does not go to the seller directly. It is held in escrow, typically by a brokerage or title company, until closing.

The down payment is the larger amount you bring to closing. It is the part of the purchase price you pay yourself, with the mortgage covering the rest.

Here is what many buyers do not realize: earnest money is not an extra cost. At closing it is credited toward your down payment or closing costs, so it is part of the money you were already planning to bring.

One caution. If you back out of the contract for a reason your contingencies do not cover, that deposit can be at risk. Knowing your contract deadlines is what keeps it protected.

The inspection report is back and it has some real findings in it. That is normal, and it is the point where the negotia...
10/10/2026

The inspection report is back and it has some real findings in it. That is normal, and it is the point where the negotiation starts.

Buyers generally have three ways to respond.

Ask the seller to make repairs. This works well for clear, defined problems. The request should specify a licensed contractor and receipts, since the seller is the one choosing who does the work.

Ask for a credit at closing. The seller contributes toward your closing costs and you hire your own contractor after you move in. You control the quality of the repair, though lenders do limit how much credit a seller can give.

Renegotiate the price. This makes sense for larger items, but keep in mind a lower price reduces your loan amount. It does not put repair money in your hand.

Which one fits depends on the problem, the contract, and how much time is left before closing. The goal is not to win a fight with the seller. It is to close on a safe, sound home without a large repair bill waiting in the first month.

Title insurance looks like one more line item on the closing statement, and it is easy to skim past. It is worth underst...
10/09/2026

Title insurance looks like one more line item on the closing statement, and it is easy to skim past. It is worth understanding what it does.

Before closing, a title company searches the public records on the property. Most problems get caught and cleared at that stage. Title insurance covers what the search can miss: an unpaid lien from a prior owner, an error in a recorded deed, a forged signature decades back, or an heir with a claim no one knew about.

There are two policies. The lender's policy protects the bank and is required with most mortgages. The owner's policy protects you, and it is optional. It is a one-time premium paid at closing, and the coverage lasts as long as you own the home.

If a covered claim ever comes up, the policy pays for the legal defense and the loss. For a single payment on the largest purchase most people make, it is solid protection against a problem you had no part in creating.

Happy to answer questions about what to expect at closing. Send me a message.

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Staging is not about making a home look pretty. It is about helping a buyer see themselves living there.That is why the ...
10/08/2026

Staging is not about making a home look pretty. It is about helping a buyer see themselves living there.

That is why the first step is usually the hardest one: packing away the personal items. Family photos, collections, and the details that make the house yours are the same things that keep a buyer thinking of it as someone else's home. Once those are put away, attention shifts to the space itself.

From there, staging comes down to showing off what the home does well and removing distractions. Clear the counters. Take out a piece or two of furniture so the rooms feel larger. Open the blinds and let the light in. Give each room one clear purpose, so the spare bedroom is a bedroom or an office, not both plus storage.

Staged homes often sell faster and for stronger offers, and most of the work costs more time than money. It is a few weeks of effort for a better result at the closing table.

Happy to answer questions about getting a home ready to sell. Send me a message.

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