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Posted on 08/19/2021

Image by Mediamodifier from Pixabay Although most people think of real estate investments in terms of real property that they can see and touch, buy and sell, or rent and manage on their own, there is a popular form of real estate investment that is not as personal and interactive. In many ways, it is easier, featuring the...

Finance

Investing

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Posted on 08/12/2021

Quick Tips for Integrating Your Smart Home Tech and Entertainment Systems

Home theaters are often filled with multiple electronic components, which can lead to a jumble of cords and remote controls. Having to rely on different remote controls for your screen, sound system and other components can become a hassle. Adding smart home features to your home theater allows you to simplify this process and cut down on the...

Entertainment

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Posted on 08/05/2021

DIY Ways to Integrate Solar Energy to Offset Cost & Improve Backup Power

Although adding solar energy systems to single-family dwellings can reduce utility bills and improve property values, a large installation's price tag sometimes proves prohibitive. Spending tens of thousands of dollars on state-of-the-art panels, wiring and equipment necessary to convert the sun's rays into lighting can easily exceed one's budget. However, increasing your renewable energy footprint does not necessarily...

Posted on 07/29/2021

2021 Home Interior Design Trends

Photo by Skylar Kang from Pexels Whether you’re settling into a new home or getting your house ready to sell, making some changes to its interior design can give it a fresh look for spring. Using the latest interior design trends for inspiration can help you decide how you want your home to look. The following are some...

Posted on 07/28/2021

Philadelphia, PA Real Estate Market Update 7/28/2021

Click here to view Philadelphia, PA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 07/22/2021

3 Major Permit Reminders for Every Property Owner

A great deal of misinformation about obtaining building permits exists that sometimes results in property owners not securing one. An inspector combing through your entire home looking for violations rarely happens in practice. Of course, if the house has been significantly altered over the years without pulling a permit, it’s not unreasonable for a building code enforcement officer...

Building

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Posted on 08/24/2021

Another Property Sold - 3804 Sharp Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127

Posted on 08/07/2021

Another Property Sold - 6227 Hasbrook Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Posted on 07/30/2021

Video Tour - 517 Wellesley Road, Philadelphia, PA 19119

Looking for a large home on a premier block in West Mt Airy, then check this out. Priced way below market to reflect the project this Wissahickon Schist Stone Twin will be. Located on a beautiful tree lined boulevard near Allen’s Ln Train Station, Carpenter Woods, The Weavers Way Coop, Big Blue Marble and Highpoint Café. This home has over 2500 SqFt of living space with high ceilings, original oak floors, original built-ins and huge closets. Across the entire front of the home is a porch which was converted into a 3 season room years ago. This opens through a pretty arched door into the huge LR with a stone, wood burning fireplace, wood...

Posted on 07/30/2021

517 Wellesley Road, Philadelphia, PA 19119 is now new to the market!

Looking for a large home on a premier block in West Mt Airy, then check this out. Priced way below market to reflect the project this Wissahickon Schist Stone Twin will be. Located on a beautiful tree lined boulevard near Allen’s Ln Train Station, Carpenter Woods, The Weavers Way Coop, Big Blue Marble and Highpoint Café. This home has over 2500 SqFt of living space with high ceilings, original oak floors, original built-ins and huge closets. Across the entire front of the home is a porch which was converted into a 3 season room years ago. This opens through a pretty arched door into the huge LR with a stone, wood burning fireplace, wood...

Posted on 07/24/2021

Video Tour - 410 W Stafford Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Very Large 3 story Twin on the most desirable block in Germantown. 410 W Stafford has lovely curb appeal with attractive low maintenance landscaping and a large front porch on one of the few brick paved, granite curbed streets in Philadelphia. Not only is the exterior exquisite, but the layout and interior offer much of the original character with may updates. The original “Dutch door” opens to a large foyer with a brick and original tile fireplace and mantle, oak floors, pocket door and 3 stories of winding wood banisters. The LR off the foyers has a decorative mantle, large windows and high ceilings on the entire first floor. The DR...

Posted on 07/24/2021

410 W Stafford Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 is now new to the market!

Very Large 3 story Twin on the most desirable block in Germantown. 410 W Stafford has lovely curb appeal with attractive low maintenance landscaping and a large front porch on one of the few brick paved, granite curbed streets in Philadelphia. Not only is the exterior exquisite, but the layout and interior offer much of the original character with may updates. The original “Dutch door” opens to a large foyer with a brick and original tile fireplace and mantle, oak floors, pocket door and 3 stories of winding wood banisters. The LR off the foyers has a decorative mantle, large windows and high ceilings on the entire first floor. The DR...