House-hunting usually begins with a dream, switches to watching shows on HGTV, and then moves to property sites such as Trulia and Zillow. That’s the fun part. What none of these places do is tell first-time buyers what they really need to know before taking the plunge. #1. Save more money Save up more than the down payment. Often, a first-time home buyer will live in a rental of Continue Reading
Don’t Think You Need A Real Estate Agent? Read This To See Why You Do!
It’s no secret that sometimes real estate agents have not ranked high in public esteem. But a couple of other facts tell a different story. The first is that while some people give low marks to the profession, they actually give high ones to their own Realtors. Surveys show this situation to be truer in 2014 than ever before. The second point to note, though, is the upheaval in the industry Continue Reading
3 Reasons To Keep Living With Your Parents Before Buying A House
We probably all know adults between the ages of 25 and 35 grappling to answer the question of whether they should move back in with mom and dad to save money to buy a house, or whether they should bite the bullet and move out into their own place, albeit, a place that’s rented. There’s a lot of factors to consider when making this decision and it’s certainly not a decision that can be made Continue Reading
4 Websites To Make You Smarter About Philly Real Estate
One of our favorite ways to explore the Philadelphia real estate landscape is by visiting a few of our favorite Philadelphia real estate blogs (besides ours, of course!). Whether you’re searching for your next apartment, your new house, or you just love looking at the coolest, most unique properties Philadelphia has to offer, you’re in luck; we’ve compiled 4 of the Best Philadelphia real Continue Reading
Cherise Wynne Philadelphia Real Estate Agent is now AGENT LADY
I am glad to announce that my is brand as a real estate agent and is now “AGENT LADY”. The goal of the name change is to generate more awareness and visibility amongst Philadelphia homebuyers and sellers, and to continue to differentiate my outstanding service from the local competition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoCBtvSzG5o In 2011, I began my professional career as a real Continue Reading
26 Neighborhoods Around Center City Philadelphia Where Young Home Buyers Are Paying Attention
Are you a young professional looking to buy a home in or around Center City Philadelphia but not sure which neighborhood is right for you? Or you think you know where you want to live because you hung out at some coffee shop or bar but don't know the exact name or anything else about the area (it's okay...even us real estate agents get the neighborhood lines confused sometimes)? Well you're in Continue Reading
First Time Home Buyers and Big Bang Theory
Since I actually have a background in bio-chemistry (super geek), I thought it would be a great way to kick off the blog by combining my expertise in both science and real estate. Watch a lot of those television programs about buy a house, and you might come away thinking that those beautiful people in that gorgeous home got there after a pea with the mass of a trillion suns exploded a long Continue Reading
5 Tips To Look Smart When Buying A House
Looking to buy a home in Philadelphia? Here are five essential tips for making you as smart as possible about the process: #1. Get your finances in order Start by getting a full picture of your credit. Obtain copies of your credit report. Make sure the facts are correct, and fix any problems you find. Next, find a suitable lender and get pre-approved for a loan. This will put you in a better Continue Reading
How To Move From A Small Town To Philadelphia Like A Pro
Moving from a small town or suburb to a large city like Philadelphia can be an intimidating proposition. Here are a few tips to help make your move as painless as possible. Research before you move. It’s important to understand the culture you’re joining. Philadelphia is a cool and historic town of restaurants, cultural institutions, and vibrant nightlife. But are there other things that are Continue Reading
3 Quick Things To Do Before Putting Your House Up For Sale
Selling your home doesn’t just mean hiring a realtor to stick a sign out front. There are a lot of preparations you should make to ensure you get the best offer possible in the shortest time. There's a lot more things you can do, but here's a short and manageable list to get you started: #1. Repair Just because you’ve gotten used to the cracks in the walls and the rattles in the radiators Continue Reading
