Moving to Baltimore Maryland

[Zoe McFadden]

Hi BP family, I'm from Newark, NJ and will be moving to Baltimore, Maryland in the Spring. I'm looking to purchase a 2 family home to live in and rent out the other unit and to purchase more properties as an investment. Can anyone recommend a realtor in the Baltimore area that  works well with investors?  

From reading the posts I know that certain sections of Baltimore are hit and miss which I understand being from Newark, 1 block may be safe and 2 blocks over may be a war zone!  I know my backyard and I'm anxious to learn the ins and out of Baltimore!  

Thanks for any and all replies! 

[Nancy Roth]

Hi, Zoe,

I grew up in Baltimore and do all my real estate business there and in the nearby counties. You are 100% right about Baltimore being "block by stinkin' block". The best way to help yourself get oriented is to simply take some time, perhaps over a weekend, and drive and walk the neighborhoods. 

I'd be glad to discuss with you in more detail, perhaps even guide you to some starting points. The good news is, there are a ton of great, affordable neighborhoods where you can do exactly what you are planning to do. 

BTW I commend you on your foresight in considering the investment value of the home where you choose live, which, for reasons that elude me, many owner-occupant buyers simply ignore. 

If you'd like to reach out, please find my BP profile and send a colleague request. 

Best of luck,

Nancy Roth