Blooming Opportunities

Backyard Bonanza

A home comes with plenty of new indoor projects from deep cleaning to painting to decorating. But your outdoor space matters too. Even if you’ve lived in your home for years now, it might be time to give your outdoors spaces a facelift. Creating a backyard living space that reflects your personal style is just as important as your interior updates.

8 Outdoor Living Space Ideas to Spruce Up Your Home

1. Use the rule of thirds. One third of your outdoor space should be green lawn, landscaping and patio or deck to create balance
2. Think about your purpose to decide on the layout, amenities and furnishings of your space
3. Add hardscaping elements such as retaining walls, water features and boulders
4. Choose the right furniture and make sure it’s high quality, weather-resistant and washable
5. Don’t forget the lighting so it can be used into the evening hours
6. Add some plants and focus on using easy-to-move containers
7. Make it private by creating a barrier on your outdoor area
8. Shade and shelter are key to keep you protected

With Mother’s Day around the corner, you might be pondering the perfect gift. While traditional choices like flowers or jewelry come to mind, consider surprising her with a practical and memorable home improvement project instead.

Basement Finishing
An unfinished basement has great potential for a gift, especially since you can convert it into anything she likes — craft room, gym, wine cellar, etc. Finishing your basement may take some time, so we recommend getting things done early so she can enjoy it as soon as possible.

Outdoor Kitchen
There are so many different ways you can create an outdoor kitchen. You can keep it to something simple like seating and a grill. Or you can go all out and add different stations, a bar and even entertainment.

Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Those hardwood floors that mom loves go through wear and tear over the years. The original shine or sleekness that she fell in love with is now replaced with scratches, fading, scuffs, stains and other damages.

Deck
Having a deck is the perfect spot for her to sunbathe or watch the kids or grand kids play in the yard. Plus, it’s the perfect place to hang out all season long. Luckily, creating or repairing a deck is one of the faster home improvement options on this list.

Click below to find additional information
https://www.sourgum.com/the-sour-scoop/the-best-gift-for-mothers-day/

Cinco De Mayo in Baltimore, MD

🌮 Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza.
🌮 Enjoy live music, a specialty taco menu, margarita specials, themed swag and more!
🌮 There will be drink packages that include: All-inclusive drinks, GA & VIP options available.
🌮 Throw on your sombreros, ponchos, or Cancun spring break gear to get you DTF (Down To Fiesta).
🌮 Tickets start at $10. Door opens at 8:00 pm.

• May 3-5 — Flower & Plant Market at 3311 Littlestown Pike Westminster, MD
• May 4 — Fiesta de Mayo 9:00 pm, 34 Market Place, Baltimore, MD
• May 9 — Art Prom - National Gallery Night 6 pm, 4th St and Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC
• May 11 — Flower & Jazz Festival at 50 E Main St, Baltimore, MD
• May 18 — District Beer Fest 12:00 pm at Dock 5 at Union Market, Washington, DC
• May 27 — National Memorial Day Parade 2:00 pm, Constitution Ave Washington, DC
  

Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

Elote (AKA Mexican street corn) is an unbelievably popular antojito—little craving or street food—that you can find all over Mexico and the U.S. While this dish can vary, in our recipe, grilled corn is covered in a creamy mayo and Mexican crema mixture before being topped with chili powder, cotija cheese and plenty of lime juice.

Click below for the full recipe!
https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a43932602/elote-recipe/

As we head into peak home-buying season, signs of life have begun to spring up in the housing market. Even so, still-high mortgage rates and home prices amid historically low housing stock continue to put homeownership out of reach for many.

5 Reasons Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Sell Your Home

1. The weather is ideal
2. Increased demand
3. Better market conditions
4. More time for buyers
5. Increased inventory

One of the biggest advantages of selling your home in the spring is the pleasant weather. The days are getting longer, the sun is shining, and the temperatures are mild, making it the perfect time to showcase your home’s exterior and landscaping.

Spring is the season of new beginnings, and for homeowners who are considering selling their property, it’s also the perfect time to list their home for sale. If you’re considering selling your home, now is the time to take advantage of the springtime selling season.

Featured Listing

8133 Mallard Shore Dr Laurel, MD 20724
Welcome to spacious luxury living! This stunning three-level townhome perfect for accommodating family and guests. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, designed for both functionality and style. Recently remodeled throughout, this property offers a modern aesthetic with ample space for entertaining and everyday living. Discover the epitome of comfort and convenience in this meticulously updated residence.

Offered At $495,000
4 Beds | 3 full baths | 3 levels