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Posted on 03/12/2020

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Buying a home can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. However, deciding if you should rent or buy your next home can be a very difficult decision. But once you understand the benefits of owning a home, you can have confidence as you move through the home-buying process. You...

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Posted on 03/05/2020

5 Retirement Trends To Watch for in 2020

Image by Mabel Amber, still incognito... from Pixabay Baby Boomers remain the single largest demographic, and their transition into retirement age continues to change the senior living landscape. At more than 74 million strong, this generation will completely cross the retirement age threshold in the next decade, and 52 million Americans are already enjoying their golden years. That...

Posted on 02/27/2020

Mortgage Pre-Approval Pros and Cons You Need to Know

Image by Mediamodifier from Pixabay As you enter the home buying process, some people may recommend that you seek mortgage pre-approval. This is typically one of the first steps in the process, and you may view it as something you have little choice over. Yet mortgage pre-approval is not a requirement to start shopping for a house, and...

Posted on 02/20/2020

Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Home

Image by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay When it’s time to sell your home, it’s important to make sure it’s done right. Certain selling mistakes could lead to less money for your home than you wanted or other problems that make this process more complicated than it needs to be. Before you put your home on the market, keep...

Posted on 02/13/2020

Real Estate Investment: 5 Property Types to Consider

Image by Steve Buissinne from Pixabay Real estate investing is a powerful way to build wealth, as investors can take advantage of rent payments, appreciation, tax deductions and leverage. Additionally, there are lots of properties to invest in. If you’re starting to explore real estate as an investment opportunity, here are five types of properties and why you...

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Posted on 02/06/2020

Is Your Initial Offer to Purchase Competitive?

As a homebuyer, it is important to do everything you can to find your dream residence. Once you discover your ideal house, you should be ready to submit a competitive offer to purchase this home. Ultimately, there are several factors to consider as you try to put together a competitive offer to purchase your dream house. These factors include:...

Buying A Home

Offer To Purchase

Posted on 01/30/2020

How to Buy a Dining Table

Photo by: Annie Gray via Unsplash In many homes, the dining table is the ideal get-together spot to share a meal, hold gatherings and talk about important topics. However, it’s not only for eating, clinking glasses or having family discussions. It’s one of the focal points of your house and should be carefully considered. If you're interested in...

Posted on 03/17/2020

4846 Ogle Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127 is now new to the market!

This is the cutest house with a brand new kitchen and bath, yet it has all of the character of its 100-year history. This sweet home has been meticulously updated and completely painted by the current owners of 18 years with every detail considered. Let's start with the crisp stucco exterior complete with lovely wood trim and quaint curb appeal. Upon entering the home you are greeted with modern oak floors throughout the living room and dining room. A convenient powder room is located on this level too. The kitchen has plenty of granite counter tops, ceramic tile back splash, tile floor, plenty of sparkling white cabinets with under...

Posted on 03/05/2020

Another Property Sold - 6128 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Posted on 02/20/2020

Video Tour - 7516 Bingham Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Do you like to entertain or perhaps garden? This nicely updated home is perfect for family BBQs with the additional enclosed 25~ x 100~ lot included in this sale. Lovely curb appeal with this porch-front home on a very quiet, city street with a suburban feel where parking is always easy and the neighbors friendly. As you enter your new home you are greeted by lovely refinished original hardwood floors with inlaid detailing that flows smoothly into the full DR with wainscot and chair rail details. There is a spacious eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space, fashionable tile backsplash, SS appliances including full-size...

Posted on 02/20/2020

7516 Bingham Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111 is now new to the market!

Do you like to entertain or perhaps garden? This nicely updated home is perfect for family BBQs with the additional enclosed 25~ x 100~ lot included in this sale. Lovely curb appeal with this porch-front home on a very quiet, city street with a suburban feel where parking is always easy and the neighbors friendly. As you enter your new home you are greeted by lovely refinished original hardwood floors with inlaid detailing that flows smoothly into the full DR with wainscot and chair rail details. There is a spacious eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets and counter space, fashionable tile backsplash, SS appliances including full-size...

Posted on 02/12/2020

Another Property Sold - 340 Fountain Street, Philadelphia, PA 19128