The Ramblings of a Baltimore Area Realtor

Maryland Restaurant Week Starts September 16, 2022Maryland Restaurant week kicks off September 16, 2022, and ends September 25.In looking at the list of participating restaurants I have my work cut out for me.  There are so many restaurants I haven't tried yet and restaurant week is the perfect t...

Allstate Roadside Assistance from AARPI have been a loyal AARP customer for a long time, I don't always agree with their politics, but I like getting the benefits.  I've also been a faithful Allstate Roadside Assistance member for a lot of years through my benefits with AARP.  My son's car is als...

Maryland State Fair - There's One More WeekendNew this year the Maryland State Fair has changed the days they are open and there's one more weekend!!  I love going to the fair, and so happy that I have the opportunity to go this weekend.  The last weekend for the Maryland State Fair this year is ...

Lutherville Community Yard Sale September 10, 2022 8 am - 2 pmThe annual Lutherville, MD community yard sale is happening on Saturday, September 10 from 8 am to 2 pm with a rain date of September 11, 2022.  There are 29 homes participating this year.  The Lutherville community is located in Balti...

Tips for Renting Out Your PropertyAn investment property is a home that is not considered your primary residence and that you do not live in most of the time.  Buying your first rental property can be a great way to grow long-term wealth.  Here are a few tips to help you decide if owning an inves...

Photography for Marketing Your Home for SaleI am often surprised at the number of listings in our MLS that have no photographs at all and the number of listings that have only one photo.  In a day when everyone has a smartphone with photographic capabilities, why is there only one picture or none...

Using Animals in MarketingUsing animals in marketing isn't a new idea, in fact, many well-known companies have turned to animals as a way to make their brand more approachable and memorable.  A few examples are Budweiser and their trademark draft horses, Wells Fargo and their stagecoach drawn by ...

Not So Speechless SundayI recently returned to my home after almost 7 1/2 years.  One thing and another and then covid and travel restrictions and I finally had a few days and drove 13 hours to go home.  I have missed it, I didn't really realize how much until I got there.  There is a peace in my...

Just Sold - 3805 Coolidge Ave, Baltimore, MD 21229This home has a lucky new homeowner!!  3805 Coolidge Ave is located in the Violetteville neighborhood in Baltimore County.  This is a Victorian 4 square style single-family detached home with 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom on the second f...

Great Ways to Jumpstart a Stalled ListingOver the past few years, we have become used to homes only staying on the market for half a second.  As the market cools, listings will stay on the market longer.  However, if your home is on the market for more than 21 days then you may want to evaluate h...