The Ramblings of a Baltimore Area Realtor

Sunday Shot - Mother Nature's TrickIn Maryland, spring is threatening.  Mother nature is fickle and the weather changes every day.  Yesterday it was 30 degrees and snowing, Thursday it was 71 degrees, and today it is 54 degrees and sunny and the daffodils are in full bloom on the Short Line Trail...

National Dog Biscuit DayThis day is also observed around the world as Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day!  By now you know how much I love my dog, Sadie.  And, to say that every pocket of every jacket or coat I own has dog biscuits in it is an understatement, to the point that my friend's dogs try to s...

Great Places for Baseball Fans to Retire ToI am often inspired to write blogs by something I've read and this is no different.  Spring training is upon us and if you are an Orioles fan like many in the Baltimore area or Nat's fan for those nearer DC, and you are approaching retirement you may be ...

Tick Season Is Upon UsTick season is upon us in Maryland now.  The first ticks have been spotted in my area.  If you own a furry little family member (or not so little) it's time to make sure we protect those around us, not just our 4 legged family members too.Ticks carry many diseases, including...

National Love Your Pet DayI grew up with a dog. I remember my Dad bringing him home in the truck when I was 3 years old.  Lucky was my best friend growing up.Since then I've owned a few dogs since then. When I bought my house having a yard was important to me because I had in my mind that I would...

Open House - 16 S Kresson St, Baltimore, MD 21224Saturday, February 18, 2023 - 12 - 2 pmWhy rent when you can buy for much less?  This recently renovated home was just freshly painted and features original hardwood floors, exposed brick, 2 spacious bedrooms, and a 2 car parking pad in the rear. T...

Tuesday Morning Closing StoresI was saddened to read that Tuesday morning is closing 8 stores in Maryland including the store in Ellicott City that is closest to my home,According to the email, I received everything in the closing stores up to 20% off the lowest price.  This may be an excellent t...

I am often asked for a referral for a roofing contractor.  This is one area I don't "have a guy" for and am often calling around for referrals and it's always an emergency.Here is a great testimonial from one of my fellow agents in Baltimore.  McHenry Roofing a local business!! McHenry Roofing of...

National Pizza Day - February 9, 2023I don't know many people who don't like pizza.  Some are pizza snobs, who think pineapple doesn't belong on pizza?  When my youngest son was very small he was a very picky eater and would only eat pizza and broccoli, now he eats everything including pizza and ...

Lessons in LifeI am often inspired to write because of something I have seen, experienced, or read.  This post is no different.  I just read an article entitled "The A-List" in AARP's magazine (I'm not that old, lol!!).  It resonated with me.Everywhere you turn, the world seems to be divided and ...