Baltimore RE full circle

Maryland's rental rules are shifting, and smart investors are paying attention. I sit down with Adam Skolnik, Aaron Greenfield and Matt Pipkin of the Maryland Multi-Housing Association to unpack rent stabilization in Montgomery and Prince George's counties, the post-eviction tenant property storage that Baltimore City is debating, and the state's new building energy standards. Then we get to what matters most: how to underwrite the risk and still find opportunity in Maryland multifamily.

In this episode of Baltimore RE Full Circle, I sit down with Baltimore native and longtime real estate investor Chris Lawson to talk about his 26-year journey building a portfolio across Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Delaware. Chris shares how a decision he made at 17 to pursue real estate eventually led to his first four-unit property in Washington, D.C., which became the foundation for everything he owns today. He takes us through his evolution from that first purchase to 42 doors, including his return to Baltimore and his work providing housing for people transitioning from homelessness.Chris also shares his perspective on today's market, including rising interest rates, loan resets, refinancing challenges, changing rental demand, and why he's choosing to slow down rather than chase the next deal. Most importantly, he explains why patience has been the key to his success, how holding through difficult cycles has shaped his approach, and why he continues to see real estate as his favorite vehicle for building long-term wealth.

In this episode of Baltimore RE Full Circle, we sit down with Amy Bonitz of MCB Real Estate to discuss her journey from neighborhood planning and nonprofit revitalization work to leading transformative development projects across Baltimore. Amy shares how thoughtful real estate development can turn long-vacant properties into vibrant community assets, the importance of assembling the right team, and why successful projects begin by listening to the neighborhoods they serve. We also explore what makes Baltimore such a unique city for development, from its historic architecture and strong community organizations to its anchor institutions and public-private partnerships. Amy explains why she remains optimistic about Baltimore's future, highlights projects that are helping reshape neighborhoods across the city, and offers valuable advice for aspiring developers looking to build not just successful projects, but stronger communities.

In this episode of Baltimore RE Full Circle, we sit down with Amy Bonitz of MCB Real Estate to discuss her journey from neighborhood planning and nonprofit revitalization work to leading transformative development projects across Baltimore. Amy shares how thoughtful real estate development can turn long-vacant properties into vibrant community assets, the importance of assembling the right team, and why successful projects begin by listening to the neighborhoods they serve. We also explore what makes Baltimore such a unique city for development, from its historic architecture and strong community organizations to its anchor institutions and public-private partnerships. Amy explains why she remains optimistic about Baltimore's future, highlights projects that are helping reshape neighborhoods across the city, and offers valuable advice for aspiring developers looking to build not just successful projects, but stronger communities.

Is Baltimore still one of the country's most overlooked real estate markets?In this episode of Baltimore RE Full Circle, Yaakov sits down with Alex Aaron, founder of Blank Slate Development, to discuss why he's bullish on Baltimore while many investors remain on the sidelines. Alex shares his journey from Wall Street to leading one of the city's most active development firms, revitalizing vacant properties, building multifamily housing, and transforming neighborhoods through thoughtful redevelopment.The conversation dives into Baltimore's biggest investment opportunities, the incentives many investors overlook, the importance of local partnerships and due diligence, and why Alex believes the city's long-term future is brighter than ever. Whether you're an investor, developer, or simply interested in Baltimore's growth, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the East Coast's most misunderstood real estate markets.