The Ramblings of a Baltimore Area Realtor

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 ...

Pigtown Fixer Upper WantedI have an investor client that is seeking vacant and abandoned properties and houses in need of repair in Pigtown or as it is now known, Washington Village.  Do you own a property in need of repair? Did you inherit a property from a family member that you want to sell?  ...

Downtown Frederick, Maryland Home NeededI have a buyer that has a very small area where they want to live.  My buyers are looking for a 2-3 bedroom row house with 1 - 1 1/2 bathrooms.  The home should be well-maintained or newly renovated.  Priced between $250,000 to $370,000 in the downtown core...

The Last Will and TestamentTomorrow is not guaranteed, so we need to live for today.  But, we also need to protect those we leave behind today, tomorrow may be too late, especially if you live in a non-community property state like Maryland.  In Maryland there are three ways people can hold title...

Maryland Homeownership Workshop Are you buying your first home?  You won't want to miss this information-packed webinar. Maryland Homeownership presents 'Your Homebuying Keys, ' a webinar series providing resources for future homeowners. Scan the QR code to register for the webinar on Thursday, F...

Price Improvement - 16 S Kresson St, Baltimore, MD 21224This previously renovated home in Greektown was just rented to a tenant with a voucher for $1336 per month.  The tenant has decided to move so you can move right in after closing.The home is located within Baltimore City and qualified buyers...

San Antonio Zoo Valentine's Day FundraiserCry me a CockroachI am often inspired to write my blog by something I have read in the news or a post I've seen on social media.  Today is not unlike others, but this one really made me laugh.  The San Antonio Zoo will let you name a cockroach after an ex...

Just Sold - 15105 Peregrine Ct, Bowie, MD 20721If there was ever a lesson to be learned from the sale of a home, this one certainly provided many lessons.I always say "it ain't over until the fat lady sings, and I haven't even begun to warm up yet".  The buyer came to me through floor duty or opp...

Buying Into Baltimore - Trolley Tour - 01/28/2023The Buying into Baltimore downpayment and closing cost incentive of $5,000 is awarded by lottery 10 days after the Trolley Tour event to 20 homebuyers chosen from a pool of qualified buyers.  This event is being held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, ...

Catonsville Branch - Baltimore County Public LibraryOn February 18, 2023, the Catonsville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library located at 1100 Frederick Road will be closing for renovations.  It is estimated that the library will be closed for a year. The renovations will include some up...