Mortgage Foreclosure Assistance
In April 2008 Maryland enacted emergency legislation in response to the current housing crisis. The Peoples Law Library has created a powerful portal of information to help those threatened with the loss of their homes.
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Are you are facing foreclosure on your home? Do you want to buy or sell a home? BCPL can help
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Apartment Living
Apartmentguide.com 
Find extensive apartment listings in the Baltimore area
Low-Rent Apartment Finder - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Find subsidized or section 8 apartments in Baltimore County. Search by community
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Rentometer
Compare rental rates with those in the surrounding area. Google Map shows locations of these rentals.
Finding a Home
Area Newspaper Real Estate Information
Local classified housing ads. Features the ability to search by listing, map view, and a combination of the two. Open houses, new construction, builders are all accessible.
CraigsList Maryland
A centralized network of online urban communities, featuring free classified advertisements for housing, including apartments and rentals.
Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors
Serving County, City and surrounding counties of Maryland
Home Buyer’s Information Center
A site especially aimed at the first time buyer with checklists and articles on every aspect of home buying and financing.
Homebuyer’s Fair
A portal providing interactive financial calculators and information on school and city reports, a moving planner and sources for new homes, apartments, custom-built houses and manufactured homes.
HUD Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Access property for sale through the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Search for listings by state and city, submit online bids, find a local agent, get information on purchasing a home.
MDHousingSearch.org -- Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
List and search for rental properties throughout the state. Free listings by property owners.
Realtor.com
Official site of the National Association of Realtors. Provides listings. Guides for buyers and sellers, and other information for anyone involved in a real estate transaction
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Trulia
Extensive home listings plus all the vital stats, including schools, local buying/selling trends, neighborhood profiles.
Finding Financing/ Rental Subsidies
Baltimore County Homeownership Assistance
Information on programs such as the Settlement Expense Loan program (SELP), Rehabilitation Loans, and Emergency Repair Program.
Baltimore County Housing Opportunities Program
Provides home ownership and home improvement aid for Baltimore County residents. In order to qualify, income requirements may have to be met and homes may have to be in designated areas.
Bankrate.com
Provides news, tips and advice to compare mortgage rates and home equity loans around the country
Fannie Mae Homepath
Fannie Mae has developed innovative mortgage products, available to consumers through a nationwide network of lender partners. Features a “Find a Lender” Search, Becoming a Homeowner Tips, and other resources to make it easier to find a suitable mortgage product.
HUD in Maryland
Localized information on HUD assistance
Local Mortgage Rates
These rates are updated daily by the Baltimore Sun. Average interest rates for the area are given.
Maryland Mortgage Program
How to obtain Community Development Administration (CDA) mortgage products; locate grant assistance for down payment and closing costs.
Rental Subsidies - Baltimore County Department of Social Services
Explanation of the voucher program. Application forms available. Information for landlords.
Foreclosure
Federal Housing Administration (FHA)
A powerful site providing many resources which give options to the homeowner facing foreclosure.
Federal Reserve: Foreclosure resources for consumers
Excellent site with links to many agencies and organizations offering a variety of services to those who are struggling with foreclosure.
Homelessness Prevention Program
The Maryland Department of Human Resources provides limited grants or loans to households with a pending eviction, and in some jurisdictions, support counselors who work with tenants and landlords to prevent evictions.
HOPE - Homeowners Preserving Equity
A Maryland initiative for preventing foreclosures due to subprime and "exotic" mortgage problems. Site contains a downloadable consumer information kit which includes foreclosure prevention measures and steps to take before meeting with a housing advisor or lending officer.
Maryland State Bar Association-Foreclosure Proceedings
A new foreclosure law went into effect in Maryland on April 4, 2008 and any foreclosure action filed after that date must comply with the new law. The foreclosure process and your rights in that process under the new law are outlined on this site.
Mortgage Foreclosure Assistance
In April 2008 Maryland enacted emergency legislation in response to the current housing crisis. The Peoples Law Library has created a powerful portal of information to help those threatened with the loss of their homes.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
This site contains a helpful checklist: “Tips For Avoiding Foreclosure” in both English and Spanish. A section on Maryland resources is included: as well.
Housing for Seniors
Aging Parents and Elder Care
A portal for information on all aspects of housing for seniors as well as other topics pertinent to elder care. Books, videos and support groups are also covered.
Baltimore County-Senior Housing
A County government site providing information on assisted living, nursing homes and other housing options for seniors in the County.
Care Interpreter
A free decision-support tool that allows a caregiver the ability to find the best living options for a parent or loved one based on specific personal and health needs.
Maryland Nursing Home Guide
This resource provides Maryland residents with information about nursing home performance. Issued by the Maryland Health Care Commission.
Place For Mom
The nation's largest eldercare referral service. Provides comprehensive resources about senior housing and eldercare options to seniors and families in need.
Senior Housing Net
A directory of housing options nationwide. Includes assisted living, adult day care, home care and continuing care among other options. A division of Realtor.com.
Other Resources
Baltimore County and Maryland Real Estate Taxes
Information on Property liens, Tax sales, Tax credits, Tax Rates.
Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)
Look up the ownership and value information on any parcel of real estate in Maryland.
State Department of Assessments and Taxation: Homeowner’s Guide to Property Taxes and Assessments
Official guide for understanding the property tax and assessment process in Maryland. Includes an explanation of the assessment process, how to appeal an assessment, the Property Owner's Bill of Rights, and a useful glossary of terms.
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