HVCC was enacted in 2009, and has been a big issue in the appraisal battle many home sales have been experiencing.

In June last year, Tasha Linton and I wrote about how HVCC Could Negatively Affect Towson Home Values , because the appraisers assigned are the lowest cost one available, not necessarily from the area. Real estate is very local — for example, Towson neighborhoods are very unique — sometimes even street-by-street! An appraiser from outside of Washington, DC will not understand the neighborhood nuances, and this could tremendously effect an appraisal value.

The HVCC going away is a huge relief to many in the real estate community, and homeowners should be very pleased as well.

HVCC will be phased out over the next 90 days, with the end of October closing this sad chapter in real estate housing history.

The meeting will be held at 7:30 pm at Blakehurst Retirement Community.

Blakehurst is located at 1055 West Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21204.

From the RRLAIA Neighborhood News:

The Plan identifies areas in need of improvement and locations in need of preservation. The wide variety of topics include traffic, schools, public safety, development, open space, bike and pedestrian routes and much more.

I look forward to seeing and hearing more of the Ruxton Riderwood Lake Roland Community Plan to even better our wonderful Towson neighborhoods.

Carol Allen, the President of Historic Towson, Inc. will lead the tour around the historic property.

Historic Towson, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is

“dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of the community. It works with individuals, neighborhood associations and business to foster an awareness of historic preservation and to find methods to make it possible.”

Historic Towson, Inc. almost shuttered a few months ago.

This is being held in conjunction with the Ruxton-Riderwood-Lake-Roland-Improvement-Association and is one of the many things both organizations have to offer Towson residents.

Join in on Wednesday morning and find out about historic Towson and the old buildings that make up Sheppard Pratt’s rich background.

A few of my online friends planned a “tweetup” to enjoy some burgers and sweet treats!

It was a hot day so we sat in the shade.

The kids ran around and had fun!

This day was a sneak peek before it officially opened in June. The Farmers Market showcases local wares like beef from local farms, as well as goodies from small shops and food from the area.

We have had our Kooper’s Burger Wagon burgers before, but this was our first taste of IcedGems Cupcakes. We will be back! We split a half dozen, and they are fantastic, delicious bites of heaven!

Two kids enjoyed the birthday cake flavor, and agreed that it tasted just like the real, yummy thing. Another had the PB&J, which has jelly in the middle and peanut butter icing. Another thumbs up. I was disappointed that the one I had been drooling over, the margarita one, wasn’t on “tap” for the day, but ended up with the “Key West”, which is a key lime pie in a cupcake. It was fantastic! I also had a mocha coffee, which was delicious as well. Next time, I am hoping for the “Midnight Mint” or the margarita.

Iced Gems travels daily, but plans to be at the Hunt Valley Farmers Market on a regular basis.

The Hunt Valley Farmers Market is Thursdays from 11 am – 2 pm June through October.

Email from Ruxton Graul's

The movie will be “Finding Nemo”, and will begin at 7 pm, and will be held at The Church of the Good Shepherd, 1401 Carrollton Avenue, Ruxton, MD 21204.

Graul’s is hosting the cookout featuring steak burgers, mac & cheese, watermelon, cupcake, bottle water, and their famous fresh squeezed lemonade.

Tickets for dinner are $5 each, and can be purchased at Graul’s Ruxton or at the Church of the Good Shepherd.

Free popcorn during the movie!

$1 of each ticket goes toward the Towson YMCA Discovery Program.

So enjoy a nice night with your family and your Ruxton neighbors on Sunday!

The hardwood floors and ceramic tile are in fantastic condition, as is the carpet on the second floor and lower level.

The kitchen has granite counters, and a sitting area. The current asking price is $600,000.

Right now, there are six homes for sale in Hunt Valley Station.

They are: 5 Ringleaf Ct for $572,500,  13 Ringleaf Ct for $569,000, a five bedroom home at 5 Berrycrest Ct for $549,900, the five bedroom 1210 Walnutwood Rd for $539,000, and 1210 Mapleleaf Ct for $539,900.

Contact me for more information on Hunt Valley Station single family homes.

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

The kitchen is nicely updated, and the hardwood floors in great condition.

This is truly, though, a three bedroom home with three bedrooms and two full baths upstairs. The fourth bedroom and third full bath are in the lower level.

There are currently five houses on the market in Hunt Valley Station, the other 4 are either four or five bedrooms upstairs.

On the same street is 13 Ringleaf Ct for $579,900, a five bedroom home at 5 Berrycrest Ct for $549,900, the five bedroom 1210 Walnutwood Rd for $539,000, and 1210 Mapleleaf Ct for $539,900.

Contact me for more information on Hunt Valley Station single family homes.

Home Listing courtesy of Riley & Associates

Enter 2313 Wonderview Road, a gorgeous townhome in Timonium with a brand new super master bathroom!

Two Cherrywood marble counter top sinks have individual mirrors and dual sconces for good lighting.

A brand new extra long shower showcases ceramic tile work, including built in shelving. The sliding glass door and a window creates a light and airy space.

Recessed lighting overhead and a new ceramic tile floor make for an incredible and inviting place to start your day and end the evening.

The walk-in closet is right off the bath, so you can continue to enjoy the luxury as you choose your clothes.

Spacious, open and warm, this master bath is highly unusual for the Ravenwood / Chapel Hill townhome community.

A gorgeous bathroom in a large, beautiful home!

Contact me for more information on this great Timonium townhouse or other Timonium houses.

The Mays Chapel Graul’s and Hereford Graul’s stores will be participating as well.

Festivities and fun will be held in the parking lot of the Ruxton Graul’s with children’s activities, balloon artists, live music and good times.

5% of all grocery sales on Saturday go to benefit the American Cancer Society.

The Ruxton Graul’s is located in the Ruxton Village Shops on Bellona Avenue in Towson.

From 2-4 pm, enjoy Lorax themed crafts, listening to the story, and watching the movie!

Arbor Day arrives two days after Earth Day, so it is a perfect time to hit the Nature Center at Oregon Ridge. Not only is this event going on, but you can also visit the Oregon Ridge trails, Oregon Ridge Park, and enjoy the great outdoors in a beautiful setting!

Oregon Ridge Nature Center is located in Oregon Ridge Park at 13555 Beaver Dam Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. The Nature Center is open Tuesday through Sunday 9-5, and the park is open daily from dawn to dusk, plus additional hours for special events.