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 may be able to purchase this home for as little as $1000 of their own money.   To see if you qualify for grants to help with your purchase, The home features exposed brick on the main and upper floors, hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, bathrooms, 2 spacious bedrooms, and a 2-car parking pad in the rear of the home.   The home is conveniently located to Hopkins Bayview Hospital, I895, and I95 as well as Target and Harris Teeter, BJ's Wholesale Club and other shopping, restaurants, and other l... 01/31/2023

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, from 8 am to 1 pm and is being held at the Henderson Hopkins School located at 2100 Ashland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21205.After the Trolley Tour qualified home buyers have 10 days to submit their applications complete with an accepted offer.  The acceptance date has to be after the Trolley Tour event.  To register for the upcoming event go to the Live Baltimore event page. There are some limitations and eligibility requirements that need to be met in order to qualify.  you must earn a homeownership c... 01/23/2023

Sugar MamasThere's a little takeout place not far from my house called Sugar Mamas.  Now with a name like that, you have to know there are sweets and butter involved and you wouldn't be wrong.  A few years ago I did a stint driving for Doordash and on weekends I often picked up from Sugar Mama's but I had never eaten there.  It looked really good and it smelled divine. So, this morning we ordered breakfast from there.  If you order on the Doordash app and it's your first time ordering from Sugar Mamas you can get 30% off if you pick it up.  We ordered on the app and my son, Liam, went to pick it up.We both ordered the Belgian Waffle Platter and for $13.75 it was more than I could eat. It came with 4 small waffles, sausage (or bacon), grits (or hashbrowns - I had cheese grits and Liam ha... 01/15/2023

Greater Mondawmin and Rosemont IncentiveThe Greater Mondawmin and Coppin Heights Incentive offered by Neighborhood Housing Services of Baltimore is a $10,000 deferred loan to attract potential homebuyers to purchase homes in the Mondawmin, Coppin Heights, and Rosemont areas of Baltimore City.  This program reduces the amount of money a home buyer will need up-front to buy their home.This is a list of things you need to know about this program: You must earn a homeownership counseling certificate from a HUD-approved provider before making an offer on your home. You have to live in this home as your primary residence Household income cannot exceed 100% of AMI Geographic restrictions apply.  You must purchase a home in the Greater Mondawmin, Coppin Heights, and Rosemont areas You must use ... 01/11/2023

Buying a Home in Baltimore City?Are you thinking about buying a home in Baltimore City?  There are a few things you should be prepared for when buying a home in Baltimore City.In speaking with my title person today I was informed that the department that produces the Lien Sheets that are needed for the title company and the mortgage company to ensure that the title to the home you are purchasing has no outstanding liens is now only processing applications from November 23, 2022.  This means that your Realtor needs to allow for at least 45 days for your contract to close.  There are over 225 distinct neighborhoods in Baltimore City, each with its own personality, and own kind of architecture too.  There are some amazing communities that have lots to offer including parks, shopping, trail... 01/05/2023

Home Ownership Counseling in Baltimore CityIf you are buying a home in Baltimore City and want to take advantage of being able to get some assistance with down payment and closing costs. Everyone that wants to take advantage of any of the down payment assistance programs has to have received a homeownership counseling certificate from an accredited agency before closing on their new home.  A complete list of agencies can be found here.Here is a list of the ones I have always referred to:Belair Edison NeighborhoodsGo Northwest Harbel Community OrganizationSoutheast Community Development CorporationSt Ambrose Housing Aid Center You will have to pre-register for any of these classes and plan ahead as the process can take some time, don't wait until the last minute or you could lose out on ... 12/12/2022

Direct Homeownership Assistance ProgramThe Direct Homeownership Assistance Program provides down payment and closing cost assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers who are either buying the house they have rented and lived in for at least six months or who have a household member with a disability. The program reduces the amount of money the buyer will need up front to buy their home. This program can only be used in conjunction with the First Time Homebuyers Incentive Program (formerly Community Development Block Grant Program).  This is a $5,000 assistance program.This is a list of things you need to know about this program: You must earn a homeownership counseling certificate from a HUD-approved provider before making an offer on your home. You have to live in this home as your pr... 12/08/2022

1809 Chelsea Road, Baltimore, MD 21216Huge Price Reduction$40,000 Price Reduction4 Bedrooms and 2 Full BathroomsBeautifully Renovated HomeHome has already been inspected.  Electric, Plumbing, and HVAC are in top condition.Backs to parkland.This one is a winner.$290,000.Call Ron today to make an appointment to see it.The Hotline: 410-935-5844  12/02/2022

OPEN HOUSE: 1809 Chelsea Road, Baltimore, MD 21216 $50,000 price reduction; Backs to Gwynns Falls Park; 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths; Beautifully renovated;  Quiet neighborhood of single family homes; Do not miss it; See you on Sunday, 10/30/2022, between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm at 1809 Chelsea Road, Baltimore, MD 21216. 10/26/2022

The Virtual Tour If you list your house with me, you can have a virtual tour of the interior of the home, along with professional photos, and drone shots of the neighborhood. This applies if the house is a nicely renovated home or if it is a home in need of extensive renovations.Here are two virtual tours. The first one is for a renovated home, which is located at 1809 Chelsea Road, Baltimore, MD 21216.. The second one is for a home which is in need of renovations and, which is located at 1936 Ridgehill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217.Whether you are a buyer who is looking for a nice home where you can move right in or a buyer who is looking for an investment that you can renovate and resell, the virtual tour will give you a very good idea of how the property looks. When you click on the li... 10/10/2022

Qualify for $5000 Towards Your Home PurchaseLive Baltimore's Fall 2022 Trolley Tour is almost here!!  On October 1 you will have a chance to apply for $5000 in down payment and closing cost assistance.  To qualify, you will have to attend the Trolley Tour event on October 1 at The University of Maryland, Baltimore from 8:30 am to 1 pm.  You'll have the opportunity to tour neighborhoods in Southwest Baltimore City (Sowebo) and learn everything there is to know about the home-buying process.  Up to 20 attendees will be chosen to receive a $5000 grant.  Register for the Fall 2022 Trolley Tour to learn how you can become eligible for the Buying into Baltimore $5000 homebuying incentive.  One of the key things you need to have completed in order to qualify for the grant is to have earned a H... 09/20/2022

Park Towers West Unit #502 7121 Park Heights Ave. Baltimore, Maryland 21215 MLS#MDBA2051464 The new buyers will enjoy the luxury of 1700' plus square feet move-in condition in this three-bedroom, two-bath corner unit.  They will also enjoy living in the fifth-floor condo with replacement windows, a gourmet kitchen with gas cooking, and a covered balcony to watch the beautiful sunset views. And there's more Separate full laundry room and closets galore. The extra-large living room is 23' x 14', plus a separate dining room. The third bedroom used as a den has custom built-ins. This condo is a bright corner unit; the third bedroom/den has windows on two sides.   Park Towers West is a full-service high-rise condo building with security, a front desk, and elevators. All utilities, plus a de... 09/07/2022

Just Sold - 320 Allendale St, Baltimore, MD 21229My buyers got a great home, we negotiated a great price and great terms that worked with their loan type, and with the help of Chase Cusack from First Home Mortgage, we found $15,000 in grant money for the buyer's downpayment and closing costs so they were able to purchase this home with only $1000 of their own money invested.  Then, #TheTitleLady helped bring it all together to closing.This 3 bedroom 1.5 bathroom home had a beautifully updated kitchen with granite counters, LVT flooring, fenced rear yard with off-street parking for 2 cars.  All of this for under $200,000.Are you a first-time homebuyer?  Are you thinking about buying your first home?Or, do you have a home to sell and want to buy another home?Let's talk!!  I can help you w... 08/21/2022

Work in DC for High Pay: Live in Baltimore for a Low Cost of Living Beautiful 3 story form stone front home in very convenient and accessible location --- 3 bedrooms --- Privacy fenced back yard --- Quick access to I-95 and I-695, Penn Station, Light Rail, and BWI Airport --- A short distance to the walking, biking, and hiking trails of Gwynns Falls and the nine hole golf course of Carroll Park --- Located within just about 2 miles of major educational institutions such as UMBC, Coppin State University, the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Maryland Institute College of Art --- Within those same 2 miles there is lots of entertainment, sports, and culture such as Oriole Park, Ravens Stadium, The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, The Baltimore Museum of Art, Walters Art Gallery, The ... 07/08/2022

Consider Real Estate Investment Starting with this Home in Baltimore Brick front row house with covered front porch and 2nd story bump out. Spacious home has 1,560 square feet of living area. Back yard has a privacy fence but could be converted to a parking pad. The property has been used for both residential and business purposes. Use as one large single family residence or use as a 2 unit. The property needs lots of work but the structure is sound. Home is located just about a half mile from Johns Hopkins University and Maryland Institute College of Art. Price is $275,000, but owner will consider all offers. Renovated homes of a similar style within .5 mile are selling in the $300s and some in the $400s. Close to I-83 and to Penn Station. 312 E 25th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218.  07/08/2022

  Park Towers West Unit #502 7121 Park Heights Ave. Baltimore, Maryland 21215 MLS#MDBA2051464 Enjoy the luxury of 1700' plus square feet move-in condition in this three-bedroom, two-bath corner unit.  Enjoy the ease of living in the fifth-floor condo with wood floors under carpet, replacement windows, a gourmet kitchen with gas cooking, and a covered balcony to watch the beautiful sunset views. Separate full laundry room and closets galore. The extra-large living room is 23' x 14' plus a separate dining room. The third bedroom used as a den has custom built-ins. This condo is a bright corner unit, the third bedroom/den has windows on two sides.   PTW is a full-service high-rise condo building with security, a front desk, and elevators. All utilities, plus a deeded garage parking space, ... 07/05/2022

  Park Towers West Unit #502 7121 Park Heights Ave. Baltimore, Maryland 21215 MLS#MDBA Enjoy the luxury of 1700' plus square feet move-in condition in this three-bedroom, two-bath corner unit.  Enjoy the ease of living in the fifth-floor condo with wood floors under carpet, replacement windows, a gourmet kitchen with gas cooking, and a covered balcony to watch the beautiful sunset views. Separate full laundry room and closets galore. The extra-large living room is 23' x 14' plus a separate dining room. The third bedroom used as a den has custom built-ins. It is bright! Being a corner unit, windows are on two sides.   PTW is a full-service high-rise condo building with security, a front desk, and elevators. All utilities, plus a deeded garage parking space,  are included in the monthly f... 07/02/2022

When Company Comes to VisitDo you have a favorite place you like to go to when friends come to visit?  I have a small Airbnb business and from time to time my guests become friends and sometimes even clients.  This week I have a guest from Canada that is starting a new job here.  Saturday we toured Baltimore looking for long-term temporary housing for him.  It came lunch time and we needed to eat, and we were on our way to Charles Village and Remington so one of my favorite places to go that screams Baltimore is The Paper Moon Diner located on 29th.  It's a very cool place with lots to look at, the service is usually really good and Saturday was no different and the food locally sourced and made from scratch is also always good.  I  have never been disappointed.  Where's your favorite l... 06/27/2022

      7121 Park Heights Ave 21215 Unit #808 Park Towers West MLS  # MDBA462036 $89,944 The photo above shows the bright open lobby with the front desk, doorman, and ramp for baby strollers or walkers. Have you been looking for a Baltimore condo but haven't found one big enough? Are you looking to redo a two-bedroom two-bath with a price that allows you to include all your custom designs? Are you looking for a condo that includes all utilities? Are you looking for a condo in a convenient Baltimore location?   Here's your opportunity to own a 1500-square-foot condo in a high-rise, full-service elevator building. Live in the Upper Park Heights area at the corner of Seven Mile Lane and an easy walk to the Seven Mile Market. This one has two large bedrooms, two full baths, a dressing room, ... 06/14/2022

Mark and Endre are hosting this month's challenge and ask us to show our Stars and Stripes flying in honor of three patriotic holidays Memorial Day, Flag Day, and The Fourth of July. There are Flags Flags Everywhere... look around, and these photos were all taken on a wonderfully busy Friday. Living in Baltimore, I thought visiting Fort McHenry was my best bet for any flag photos needed. But thenI saw my first 'sort of' flag when I was in Canton for a closing. It was on the railing.   From the nearby Flag House, I took this one from my car.   While driving on I-83, I pulled over to grab this shot of Ole Glory flying above the Maryland Flag.  And on my way through the Mt. Washington neighborhood, I saw this one on a stone home.  I saw this one flying over The Admiral's Cup on Friday even... 06/06/2022