What’s Real about HGTV’s House Hunters? The bickering...real or not? Couples melt down over paint color, or bicker about bath size. Apparently some of that’s real. The show isn’t scripted, but producers urge people to exaggerate dislikes and disagreements. People like hamming it up. The home purchase...real or not? The show involves looking at three homes and picking one. However, the buyers have already purchased their home before filming begins. The other two houses often aren’t for sale, and might even be Airbnbs. So...how does it look “real?” At the end of an episode, the show jumps several months into the future to see the couple in their new home. However, the show records the future update at the same time as the house-hunt scenes. According to one participant, “They moved all our stuff out to a moving van, filmed the home vacant, then moved all our stuff back in and filmed it like we just moved in.” The compensation...good or not? The pay to the house-hunting couple is about $500, which is OK cash. The Realtors, however, are unpaid. Want to get on the show? It’s hard work. Applicants have to answer essay questions about their house search, do a phone interview, and submit a video audition. Many buyers are turned down for not having an interesting story line. It’s a lot of work, but apparently people who appear on the show have only good things to say about their experience.
What happens to the mortgage when the owner passes? When a person dies with a mortgage on their house, whether or not they had a will or trust, someone will have to pay that mortgage. It doesn’t just ‘go away.’ The mortgage must be paid. It can be paid off entirely by selling the property, by paying it off from other assets in the estate, or your own cash or new mortgage. However, if you don’t want to pay off the mortgage completely, and still want to keep the house, there’s a good chance the original mortgage can be converted to you, especially if you’re a family member. While you’re working out the details, you should continue making on-time payments in your relative’s name. This demonstrates good faith to the lender, and avoids triggering foreclosure actions. But it’s not recommended to make payments forever in your relative’s name without notifying the mortgage company, as this can cause you tax and other potential legal problems down the road.
Don’t forget to lock up!
Most home burglaries are crimes of opportunity. A thief sees something valuable through a window or door, like your laptop, iPhone, wallet or purse, and breaks in to grab it and run. For that reason, it’s always a good idea to close your curtains and blinds when you leave the house. It also just makes sense to lock your doors and windows, including making sure your car doors are locked. Police say that one of the most common theft complaints they hear about are thefts of property from inside vehicles that were left unlocked!
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Movie Releases
Featured Recipe
Irish Soda Bread
The Batman
Prep Time: 20 min • Cook Time: 55 min • Total time: 1 hr 15 min
Ingredients • • • • • • • • •
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for currants 4 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 3/4 cups cold buttermilk, shaken 1 extra-large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon grated orange zest 1 cup dried currants
Turning Red
In Theaters March 4th, 2022.
In Theaters March 11th, 2022.
When the Riddler begins murdering key political figures in Gotham, Batman investigates the city’s hidden corruption and question his family’s involvement.
A 13-year-old girl named Mei Lee turns into a giant red panda whenever she gets too excited.
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. 2. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add the butter and mix on low speed until the butter is mixed into the flour. 3. Lightly beat the buttermilk, egg, and orange zest together in a measuring cup. Slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture. Combine the currants with 1 tablespoon of flour and mix into the dough. It will be very wet. 4. Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and knead it into a round loaf. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes.
The Lost City
Everything Everywhere All at Once
In Theaters March 25th, 2022.
An aging Chinese immigrant is swept up in an insane adventure, where she alone
A reclusive romance novelist on a book tour with her cover model gets swept up in a kidnapping attempt that lands them both in a cutthroat jungle adventure.
In Theaters March 25th, 2022.
Things To Do U.S. Naval Academy Band
Beginners Cocktail Class
The United States Naval Academy Band Brass Ensemble will present a concert of traditional and contemporary works for brass and percussion.
A night of drinking and learning the art of cocktails. We will discuss the history, tools, ingredients, and elements of cocktails all while crafting and drinking along the way.
March 2, 2022 3506 Gwynnbrook Ave, Owings Mills, MD
2022 HOOLEY!
The Shamrock Crawl
The 7th Annual St. Patrick’s Hooley is also known as the official Irish Parade KickOff Party. This evening event honors our Grand Marshals both past and present.
Whether you’re Irish by birth, or just Irish by attitude, join thousands of these lucky leprechauns for a day of carousing and cheers-ing.
Annapolis St. Patrick’s Parade
Pi(e) Day
The annual Annapolis St. Patrick’s Parade is the main event of Irish Week. Come out and enjoy the Pipe & Drum bands, Irish dancers, floats, bagpipers, and more!
Celebrate the most mathematically delicious day of the year at the Maryland Science Center! Circle up for a well-rounded day of endless fun.
March 5,2022 1 Dock Street, Annapolis, MD
March 6, 2022 West Street, Main Street & Annapolis City Dock
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March 12, 2022 709 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD
March 13, 2022 601 Light Street, Baltimore, MD
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Sports
Detroit Pistons at Washington Wizards
Washington Wizards at New York Knicks
March 1st
March 18th
Atlanta Hawks at Washington Wizards
Los Angeles Lakers at Washington Wizards
Hurricanes at Capitals March 3rd
March 4th
March 14th
March 17th
Kraken at Capitals
Capitals at Hurricanes
March 5th
Indiana Pacers at Washington Wizards
March 18th
Washington Wizards at Houston Rockets
March 6th
March 21st
Washington Wizards at Los Angeles Clippers
Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks
March 9th
March 24th
Washington Wizards at Los Angeles Lakers
Washington Wizards at Detroit Pistons
March 11th
March 25th
Washington Wizards at Portland Trial Blazers Golden State Warriors at Washington Wizards March 12th
March 27th
Washington Wizards at Golden State Warriors
Chicago Bulls at Washington Wizards
March 14th
March 29th
Denver Nuggets at Washington Wizards
Orlando Magic at Washington Wizards
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Capitals at Blue Jackets
Capitals at Flames
Stars at Capitals
March 8th
March 20th
Capitals at Oilers
Blues at Capitals
March 9th
March 22nd
Capitals at Canucks March 11th
Islanders at Cpitals March 15th
Capitals at Sabres March 25th
Devils at Capitals March 26th
Hurricanes at Capitals March 28th
Trivia Challenge
Kegs & Eggs Rally 2022 March 19, 2022 34 Market Place, Baltimore, MD
Join us for our annual Kegs & Eggs Rally! This daytime event is packed with high-energy entertainment, confetti cannons, green beer, , and more!
Annapolis Restaurant Week March 20-27, 2022 Annapolis, MD
We know you are ready to get out of the house, so gather your family and friends as this is one of the best times to dine out in Annapolis, Maryland.
March Trivia Challenge Question How many pints of Guinness are consumed each year on Saint Patrick’s Day?
Maryland Day Celebration March 26-27,2022 186 Prince George Street, Annapolis, MD
Celebrate all things Maryland and explore the wonder of the Old Line State all weekend!
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Monthly Trivia Challenge Want to Win a $100.00 Visa Gift Card?
It’s easy to play! Answer the Trivia Challenge question on page 3. Each month, all correct entries have a chance of winning the gift card. It’s time all that seemingly random knowledge you’ve stored up is not so useless after all!
Want to Enter?
Email ClientCare@BREMove.com with the word “TRIVIA CHALLENGE” in the subject line. Good luck! Last Month’s Question: What state produces most of America’s red roses? Last Month’s Answer: Calafornia
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Congratulations to Last Month’s Winner! Brian O’Rourke Shay Maureen
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