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The landmark deal, which goes into effect Saturday, could cause real estate fees to drop by as much as 30%, experts say.
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The landmark deal, which goes into effect Saturday, could cause real estate fees to drop by as much as 30%, experts say.
Many so-called zombie mortgages date back to the 2008 financial crisis, and consumer advocates warn a new wave of zombies could be on the horizon — this time, from all the home equity credit lines taken out during the pandemic.
The surge in real estate prices, coupled with rising mortgage rates, has made buying a home prohibitively expensive in most larger cities.
While the volatility in mortgage rates remains, there are signs that the housing market is starting to stabilize.
US home prices continued to surge higher in March, as buyers raced to lock in homes before the average mortgage rate hit 5%.
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.27% in the week ending May 5, up from 5.10% the week before. It is the highest since 2009 and well above the 2.96% average from this time last year.
A 15-story office tower in the heart of downtown that has sat vacant for years will be converted into an apartment building with 220 units, developer Trademark Properties and local investor Prab Thangarajah said.
Mayor Brandon Scott announced on Friday that he would steer $100 million from American Rescue Plan Act funds toward addressing the thousands of vacant and dilapidated houses that haunt Baltimore—like the one that killed three firefighters in January.
Black homeownership, at 43.4%, remains lower than it was a decade ago. And it is nearly 30 percentage points behind the white homeownership rate of 72.1%
City housing officials say that when it comes to solutions for reducing the number of vacant houses in Baltimore—from demolition to rehabilitation—the demand exceeds the resources.
The former Maryland home of boxing legend Mike Tyson recently sold for $4.575 million.
The former Maryland home of boxing legend Mike Tyson recently sold for $4.575 million.
Ravens running back Gus Edwards bought a home for his mom.
A unique home that defines floor-to-ceiling windows is on sale in Monkton for $1.7 million dollars.
This unique home in Monkton is on sale for $1.7 million.
Though housing prices have soared in many parts of the country, and inventory is way down, real estate sales may still be stronger in 2021.
At 2105 Erdman Avenue, sits a sea green two bedroom, 1.5 bath home with a Miami flair.
Each week, John Peters does yard work for neighbors, shuttles friends to doctors' appointments and works as a janitor at Crossroads Church of God.
One of the most expensive zip codes for housing in the country is in Maryland.
The Fell's Point home featured in the classic romantic comedy "Sleepless in Seattle" is on sale for $575.000.
Baltimore rent takes up to 44 percent of entry-level teachers' income, a new Zillow analysis finds.
Amazon's Virginia headquarters is years away from becoming a reality, but it's already driving up housing prices.
A Baltimore realtor is having a little fun with the recent attention the city's gotten with its rat problem.
Since 2017, there have been 164 complaints resulting in 56 correction notices and citations of a proposed $13,200 in fines, according to Baltimore County spokesman T.J. Smith.
The baseball player spent his whole 19-year career with the Orioles. He entered the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, in 1990.
A few showers develop Saturday afternoon into part of the overnight before a windy day Sunday.
The single ticket was purchased at Publix in Newnan, Georgia, Mega Millions said.
Baltimore County Police have launched a homicide investigation following the suspicious death of a man in Pikesville.
Judges denied bail at separate hearings on Friday for two suspects arrested in recent raids, which, according to court testimony, are tied to mass overdoses in Baltimore City.
More than a dozen part-time librarians from Baltimore County who were laid off on Wednesday were reinstated Friday evening, according to the Baltimore County Public Library.
Maryland will resume issuing 100% of federal SNAP benefits to recipients on Nov. 18, following the end of the government shutdown.
A few showers develop Saturday afternoon into part of the overnight before a windy day Sunday.
More than a dozen part-time librarians from Baltimore County who were laid off on Wednesday were reinstated Friday evening, according to the Baltimore County Public Library.
Judges denied bail at separate hearings on Friday for two suspects arrested in recent raids, which, according to court testimony, are tied to mass overdoses in Baltimore City.
The single ticket was purchased at Publix in Newnan, Georgia, Mega Millions said.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
WJZ is teaming up with Wegmans to fight hunger in Maryland by encouraging customers to donate on November 15.
WJZ visits the jellyfish exhibit at the National Aquarium in Baltimore.
WJZ visits the Rusty Scupper restaurant in Baltimore to check out their Thanksgiving buffet.
Table Toppers in Maryland provides tablecloths to local businesses.
Art with a Heart in Baltimore discusses its upcoming holiday open house.
Lamar Jackson, a two-time MVP, returned to practice Thursday and is expected to start as Baltimore seeks its fourth straight win and contends for a third consecutive division title.
Lamar Jackson is dealing with another injury, just a couple of weeks after returning from his previous one.
When the Baltimore Ravens were 1-5, coach John Harbaugh's job was to keep the season from going off the rails. He remained defiantly hopeful that they could turn things around and make the playoffs.
Lamar Jackson played it patient and smart in his second game back from injury, and the Baltimore Ravens continued their defensive resurgence to beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-19 for their third straight victory.
During his tenure from 1989 to 2006, Paul Tagliabue oversaw the expansion of the NFL to 32 teams.
President Trump signed a government funding package at the White House late Wednesday, formally ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
With Congress on the brink of a deal to end the government shutdown, the Supreme Court has agreed to keep in place a brief pause on SNAP benefit payments.
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse.
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking co-conspirator, is planning to apply for a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence, House Judiciary Committee Democrats say.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, announced last week the creation of a commission to look at mid-decade redistricting.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 11/14/2025
Maryland will see wet weather on Saturday and strong, gusty winds on Sunday.
The chance of rain peaks Saturday evening, followed by another drop in temperature and more wind.
Breezy and cool weather in Maryland on Friday
Rain chances move into Maryland this weekend
The Federal Hill neighborhood is on edge after back-to-back violent crimes this week.
More than a dozen part-time librarians from Baltimore County who were laid off on Wednesday were reinstated Friday evening, according to the Baltimore County Public Library.
A special education teacher's assistant in Howard County was arrested for allegedly having sex with an underage student, according to police.
Judges denied bail at separate hearings on Friday for two suspects arrested in recent raids, which, according to court testimony, are tied to mass overdoses in Baltimore City.
The Maryland Food Bank operates like a well-oiled machine thanks to the dedicated volunteers who keep food flowing to those in need.