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zeppair93 t1_iybrxzh wrote

Reply to KIX at Ramshead by Doozer37

I went to concerts at Ramshead in middle and high school. Loved it. No complaints or scary stories

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bmore t1_iybq6uy wrote

Reply to comment by theSuttyman in “With the Central Ave complete street redevelopment and other efforts like it, Baltimore is making wise use of scarce resources in a forward-thinking, fiscally responsible manner to prioritize the needs and desires of its fully invested residents and business owners.” —Michael Scepaniak & David Ho by BmoreCityDOT

Damn have you seen all the signs, meters, striping, poles, signals, multiple thousand pound hurtling metal boxes, and more uglier shit on every street in the city?

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Matt3989 t1_iybmcug wrote

Reply to comment by theSuttyman in “With the Central Ave complete street redevelopment and other efforts like it, Baltimore is making wise use of scarce resources in a forward-thinking, fiscally responsible manner to prioritize the needs and desires of its fully invested residents and business owners.” —Michael Scepaniak & David Ho by BmoreCityDOT

It's clearly needed. Cars are consistently parked in the bike lanes of the areas that aren't painted (between Fleet and Eastern).

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theregoesthevillage t1_iybkp7b wrote

Reply to It’s Giving Tuesday. I would like to donate to some local causes. I typically donate to Healthcare for the Homeless. Any other recommendations for local organizations that really make an impact? by beachie841

Run by a local Southwest Pilot.

Empowerment Through Aviation

Empowerment Through Aviation (ETA) honors the memory of former Navy pilot, Brigitte Jacobson by supporting young women from Baltimore City public schools as they pursue careers in aviation. Our programs inspire young women to pursue their dreams, prepare young women of color for flying careers, and help to diversify the ranks of licensed pilots.

Organization Website

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moediggity3 t1_iybkjiz wrote

Reply to KIX at Ramshead by Doozer37

Uber to and from and you’re good. You’re probably good either way (of course, depending on where your hotel is), but you’re definitely good if you Uber. Rams Head is deep in a sectioned off area that has security, definitely safe, and Kix is great at Rams Head!

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FightingQuaker17 t1_iybjft8 wrote

Reply to comment by Sivla-Alegna in Mortgage Lender Recommendations by Sivla-Alegna

The big three will snatch it up after sure, but the right lender absolutely does matter a whole lot in terms of the rate and relationship and you are asking the right question. We went to three lenders, one of them had a rate much lower than the others, and also offered much lower terms on mortgage insurance. They also were local, knew our realtor and their way around things. We were ready to close in no-time.

The other people we went to were rude, gave much worse rates (think 10% higher), and also accidentally emailed sensitive documents to randos they used to work with (these people were with FirstHome, which I see is getting a lot of positive reviews below...so the individual really does matter).

Anyway, my wife and I can recommend this guy: https://www.primeres.com/chadpiunti

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SAgentDaleCooper t1_iybiye3 wrote

Reply to KIX at Ramshead by Doozer37

Not sure where your hotel is, but try and avoid walking down Baltimore street after the show. That area, while safe, is full of strip clubs & drunk patrons.

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wavy-seals t1_iybie3n wrote

Reply to “With the Central Ave complete street redevelopment and other efforts like it, Baltimore is making wise use of scarce resources in a forward-thinking, fiscally responsible manner to prioritize the needs and desires of its fully invested residents and business owners.” —Michael Scepaniak & David Ho by BmoreCityDOT

I think I met one of the owners at the MDOT presentation up in Lutherville, he spoke well in favor of rapid transit improvements in the north-south corridor. He was heckled by the geriatrics who are terrified of minorities moving into their neighborhoods, but he spoke well nonetheless. I’m encouraged to see small wins like this as it gives me hope that the big improvements will come - the cancelation of the red line really made me feel cynical about any actual (non-car focused) improvements in the city.

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zeppelin5555 t1_iybh4sy wrote

Reply to comment by PoopsExcellence in Mortgage Lender Recommendations by Sivla-Alegna

FNMA isn't a servicer, they are the 'guarantor' of MBS. Basically they take about 0.5% interest of every loan in the country in exchange for guaranteeing the end investor will be made whole up to 80% loan to value. They are the most profitable entity in the country, and basically enable a stealth tax. There is value in what they provide but they produce profits that are just crazy. Wells Fargo is still probably about the tops, but they service loans for FNMA, and aren't producing like they used to. Given their book though, they still service probably as many or more loans than anyone. Wells has been reducing its market share as of late, and has the asset cap I think. Not a big deal. Still huge.

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No-Lunch4249 t1_iybglea wrote

Reply to Light rail by AlwaysGrateful710

Used to use it daily for work, now I ride it a couple times a month.

Are you coming from north or south? If north my advice would be to park at Timonium Fairgrounds, if South then North Linthicum. Both have ample free parking and are right off the highway.

Might see a few weirdos and be sketched out but its safe. Just mind ya business

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PizzaTheHuttese t1_iybgevw wrote

Reply to KIX at Ramshead by Doozer37

Rams Head has two levels of balconies, so it may be easiest for you both to stand along a balcony so she can see and you won’t have to worry about the crowds as much as on the floor level.

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pandacorn t1_iybfbve wrote

Reply to Clavel on a weeknight? by pussybulldozer_69

Just went tonight and it wasn't too packed, plenty of space at the bar. Get there right at 5 and Its usually ok. Someone told me that if there is a long wait they went to get a drink at Harland and they will text you when there is a table ready.

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