As the events of the past years in the real estate industry show, people forget about the tremendous financial responsibility of purchasing a home at their peril. Here are a few tips for dealing with the dollar signs. #1. Strengthen your credit score Since the real estate bubble burst a few years ago, lenders have tightened their requirements when it comes to borrowers’ credit scores. The Continue Reading
Zagat 10 Hottest Coffee Shops In Philadelphia
One of the greatest benefits of living in Philadelphia is the wide variety of places to eat and things to do. With an eclectic mix of historical and modern, Philadelphia neighborhoods offer something for everyone with streets lined with young artists not far from those with Revolutionary sites. Showing a sample of the mix of taste and culture that makes Philadelphia neighborhoods sought Continue Reading
4 Things To Do Before You Rent A New Home
So you’ve found the right apartment, in the right Philadelphia neighborhood, at the right price and ready to rent a new home. Good for you! But the challenges of renting don’t end there. Here are a few more things to keep in mind: #1. Get renter’s insurance While it might not seem like you own enough stuff to justify insurance, items like clothes, books, electronics, furniture, and appliances Continue Reading
4 Ways To Make Your Home Feel Bigger
Since the real estate bubble burst, people all over the country have started doing more with less house. Here are a few simple tips for getting the most out of your humble abode. #1. Use walls and ceilings Optimize your floor space by getting as many things as possible off of it. Hang your bicycle from the wall or ceiling. Install shelves for books and other items over doorways and, if possible, Continue Reading
Learn the difference between a buyers market vs sellers market
You hear it on the news all the time: ”It’s a buyer’s market,” “It’s a seller’s market,” or “The housing market is on the rebound.” And while you probably get the gist of what these folks are talking about, having a deeper understanding of the housing market and how it works can help you immensely during the homebuying or selling process. Let’s start with the basics The housing market refers Continue Reading
What Millennials Like and Don’t Like About Living In Philadelphia (2012 Infographic)
Since there is so much attention around the number of millennials moving to Philadelphia and how they're transforming the city, I wanted to provide a brief infographic visualizing interesting data from PEW and the Census Bureau. It will give you a look back at where we were with millennials living in Philadelphia between 2006 and 2012, and provide a quick glimpse into what millennials like Continue Reading
5 Questions Before Choosing A Philadelphia Neighborhood To Buy A Home
Need help finding the right Philadelphia neighborhood for your home search? Here are five factors that should figure prominently in your thinking before buying a home in Philadelphia: Great Schools? Even if you don’t have kids, the quality of the schools in a given neighborhood should be high on your priority list. That’s because property values are higher in communities with Continue Reading
4 Ways Real Estate Agents Can Help You Purchase A Home
Have you saved up all last year, or planning to save this year to make a home purchase? Are you still a little anxious, nervous and confused as to what to do even when you have the money? Buying a home can be an overwhelming process. From financing to negotiating to closing, there are a lot of moving pieces that can leave homebuyers scratching their heads. One of the best ways to wrap your head Continue Reading
First Time Home Buyers Guide to Choose the Perfect Property
For the vast majority of people, buying a home will be the biggest purchase decision of their entire lives. Unlike buying meat from a butcher, you don't get to just peer through the glass, pick some stuff, and then have it bagged and take it home. As a first-time homebuyer, finding the perfect property requires dedication, patience, and a bit of luck. This quick guide will help you through that Continue Reading
Those Cute Heels Are Actually Damaging Your Hardwood Floor!
If you have real wood floors in your living or family room, especially older ones, you may be very proud of the charm, warmth and ambiance the floor brings to your home. However, I wouldn't suggest having a “formal” type of party where ladies wear stiletto heels and guys have their best dress shoes on. Heels can do a lot of damage to wooden floors; dents, actual holes and unattractive Continue Reading
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