Are you thinking of selling your first home? There’s a lot that goes into selling a home, and it might seem like a pretty overwhelming process if you’ve never done it before. If you’re not properly prepared or not working with the right agent, selling a home can get pretty hairy… but it definitely doesn’t […]
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Don’t Miss These 7 Baltimore-Area Fall Events!
Cooler weather, beautiful golden foliage, all those amazing fall flavors… there’s so much to love about fall. And if you live in the Baltimore area, you might find even more to love—like an amazing calendar of events, festivals, and festivities. Even if you’re lamenting the lost days of summer, you can still get excited for […]
Housing, Real Estate & Mortgage Trends for 2019
The end of 2018: High mortgage rates, rising home prices, low inventory, and at times desperate buyers. Predictions for the new year were equally bleak—mortgage rates were expected to climb above 5% while home values continued to rise, pricing many buyers out of the market. Enter 2019: A surprise twist! Instead of rising, mortgage interest […]
6 Home Improvements That’ll Actually Increase Your Home Value
Most sellers want the same thing: to get the most possible money for their home when they sell. To do this, many sellers consider making some updates and improvements to their home to increase its value. This can be very smart (and profitable)… if you know which updates to make, and just as importantly, which […]
Yes, You Need a Realtor.
Are you thinking of buying or selling a home in the Baltimore area? If you’ve bought or sold before, you might be tempted to take on the transaction by yourself—without the help of an agent. However, even if you’re a highly experienced investor, you still need a Realtor. Here are eight things a real estate […]
Eight Baltimore Restaurants You HAVE to Try
Baltimore is definitely a foodie town, so there are a LOT of good eats around the area. But if you’re looking for the cream of the crop, the best of the best, there are a few that really stand out from the crowd. Here are my top eight must-try Baltimore restaurants. Woodberry Kitchen What: High-end […]
6 Reasons Living in Baltimore is Pretty Much Awesome
When you think of America’s hottest cities or its best places to live, Baltimore probably isn’t the first—or maybe even the 10th—city to come to mind. Compared to trendy cities like NYC, DC, Miami, LA, and Seattle, Maryland’s largest city can get a bit overshadowed. But Baltimore is actually a pretty great place to call […]
Don’t Miss This Stunning Severn, MD Home for Sale!
Located in the quiet Severn, MD community of Windswept Estates, this stunning split foyer features over $32,000 in upgrades—like Brazilian Koa hardwood flooring, new bedroom carpeting, a Goodman 16 seer 2-ton heat pump system, and a fully remodeled kitchen. Add that to 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and nearly 2,000 square feet of living space, and […]
Owning vs. Renting: How to Save Money and Improve Your Quality of Life
While rent prices have steadily skyrocketed since 2005, average mortgage payments have actually decreased. In addition, mortgage interest rates are at a historic low—which makes now a great time to invest in local real estate. Renting a home versus owning a home will always have staunch defenders on both sides. Each options has key advantages […]
6 Tips for Finding the Perfect Home
Unless you’ve got an unlimited budget, the “perfect” home might not be that easy to find. And in a low-inventory high-demand market like we’re experiencing now, you might even think that ideal home doesn’t exist at all—but I promise you, the right home is out there! Here are some tips for finding your perfect home—no […]