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Steals and Deals Philadelphia and Suburban Area by HelpfulHannah

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Real Estate Agent with HomeStarr Realty RS143922A

Well, I would guess most of you would know I have disappeared from writing for a bit as I was busy moving. Word to my clients I have a deeper understanding of the stress involved in moving. I also understand the importance of how much we depend on the people who move us and how trustworthy they need to be.

 

Let's not forget the people who connect our services like internet and other technical devices that we depend on in this day and age . Most important our true friends and family that helped us in this move.

 

Packing and unpacking seemed endless.  All through this process of course I was still listing and selling houses. The most important thing on my list  even before myself was my clients as always their needs came first . Making sure everything was just right for my clients was the first thing on the list. 

 

The most fun was looking for new furniture. It was about  time as some of my furniture  did not match some beautiful antique pieces I had been fortunate to have been gifted. One was a magnificent Chinese desk that and the other a gorgeous antique massive brass bed . They both need to be restored to their original beauty; but that is a hobby of mine which has already been undertaken. 

I will not bore you with all of the details  ,but I will tell you if you do have a Marshalls Home Store close by I picked up a fantastic UGG Comforter Set that on their website sells for $278.00 and is out of stock it is called Blissful  for almost one third of the price. It is well worth every penny and believe me my dreams were blissful. So if you like UGG products I would run not walk as these products sell out quickly. Also picked up Matching Ultra Suede and sheep skin 36 x 36 throw pillows for $39 originally sell for $125 each. Stopped back there today and there were a few left mostly King sized, but there was a good selection of throw pillows. There may have been some queens sized scattered about. Again run do not walk.

They were also bringing in some very nice furniture and guess what? They do  deliver for a very reasonable price at Marshalls Home Goods.  There were some beautiful Ralph Lauren Lamps there also also other designers.

Prices in Real Estate continue to rise. There are still many buyers looking to buy and it is still a seller's market. I had two appraisals done on my listings by the same appraiser today. It is a small world. We both started in the business the same year. The elevator was out of order in so we walked up to the unit. We were Lucky as it was the 3rd floor. Masks required and we had some good laughs. Life is good.

Please come back next week for another Steal and Deal in the Philadelphia  and Suburban area 

Coach Outlet is also having a big sale online.  Go to Coachoutlet.com  you can get some wonderful deals. I have picked up some beautiful items for holiday gifting 

 

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Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Bob "RealMan" Timm I can't imagine having to deal with all of that what a nightmare that must have been for you and your family. Then to have to build it all up again . Like you said 'You find out who your real friends are " The stress involved  must have been tramatic plus on top you had to work .

Oct 28, 2021 07:26 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Hannah Williams the labor required to rebuild had me in top physical condition BUT I also had a heart attack presumably from the stress.

Oct 28, 2021 07:39 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  So glad you follow my instagram as I also follow you. It was so much easier to do a quick blurb at night before bed. I do love my new place I can see the River and the Clubhouse is right here so is the pool for next Summer. There is a big problem with the UGG comforter set! I do not want to get out of bed in the morning even have my coffee there in fear I will spill it too LOL  

Oct 28, 2021 07:35 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Hannah,

I enjoyed reading your post and the bargains you have found.  I don't even know if we have a Marshall's in town.  Thank you for sharing these.  We have moved  3 times, and we are well aware of the stress involved.  Sorry to hear Cleo was confused, and I am sure by now she is happy.   A

Oct 28, 2021 08:09 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Ron and Alexandra Seigel  Cleo hid under the bed for the first 3 hours. Now she is enjoying watching the squirrels and birds outside our door. She is amazed at all the people that she can see walking about. When she see's me outside she talks to me my neighboe DEB thinks she is saying OUT. She did venture outside when I opened the door I told her she is an indoor cat . There are many hawks and Eagles soaring about here I really do not want her to feel she can wander outside. I will buy her a harness and see if she wants to take a walk. Right now she is cuddled up on the UGG Bed I am very jealous - Have a wonderful day!!!  

Oct 28, 2021 08:24 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Hannah - when one can find moments of bliss, I say "go for it".   

Oct 28, 2021 08:25 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, Hannah, for sharing some of your moving experience.

We have so much stuff to dispose of before making our next move. It is a real challenge.

Oct 28, 2021 08:27 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Even for us professionals, moving can be stressful.  I think it provides even more insight into what our clients go through.

Oct 28, 2021 08:41 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Michael Jacobs Me too!  The only problem is getting out of bed in the morning I want to stay in Bliss LOL

Oct 28, 2021 09:15 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Roy Kelley  Tell  me about it ! I was only there for six years and there was so much STUFF -- Happy Thursday 😃

Oct 28, 2021 09:17 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Myrl Jeffcoat  I agree with you 100% I think it should be a requirement for agents to move every seven years so we understand the pressures and stress  our dear clients go through . Also the vendors we recommend to our clients sometimes they are not trust worthy we can discover exactly who they are. Don't you ?

Oct 28, 2021 09:20 AM
Tony Busanich
TD Bank - Freehold, NJ
1-4 FAMILY HOME LOAN SPECIALIST

Thank you for sharing the great information with us Hannah, I'm hearing that the Phil area is a hot place for New York. New York are no longer just going to New Jersey to relocate but now the Phil area is becoming a new and great location for people move out of New York. Wish you all the best. 

Oct 28, 2021 10:48 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Tony Busanich  Yes we have trains going to NYC and the cost of living is so much cheaper than NYC.  Yet you still have the benifits of big city living on a smailler scale. Right now some of my closest friends moved here from NYC and they love it here 

Oct 28, 2021 10:55 AM
Tony Busanich

I'm hearing that also, people are enjoying Phil with a large town feel but very friendly, great night life, beautiful surrounding and easy access to highways to go back and forth to New York. Thanks again for sharing and wish you all the best.  

Oct 28, 2021 11:07 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Hannah I anticipate moving in the next 5-10 years.  The thought of the packing we will need to do, and the number of things we will need to find new homes for or throw away, will be cause for MUCH interrupted sleep.

Oct 28, 2021 12:16 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Hi Hannah first of all - CONGRATULATIONS - on your new home!  That is exciting!  And I totally understand you've been one busy gal between moving and business. I'm so glad you're having fun decorating your new digs! I've been shopping at Marshall's for years both for myself and all the home we've staged.  There are always great finds at reasonable prices.  We just completed a remodel of half our house and I've  been there many times picking up a few items or so.   Enjoy your new home!

Oct 28, 2021 04:56 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Hannah- I think I've moved about 10 times or more and I have a big appreciation for those sellers and buyers who are moving. Love your post and hope you make it a series for your readers. And yes...love Marshalls and Home Goods. I found a lot of my staging inventory there. 

Oct 28, 2021 07:35 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

The best knowledge comes from actually doing things and you certainly gained quite a bit of knowledge from experiencing a move yourself.

Oct 29, 2021 05:19 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

George Souto  I started packing 3 months before moving and thought I had it together  but it was a never ending process.  I am still not done unpacking . I always say I am never moving again and always manage to move again. Must like to torment myself.

Oct 29, 2021 06:49 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker  Thank you for your good wishes it is greatly appreciated !  It has been well worth all the stress I LOVE my new Home! Now it is time to get back into the swing :)

Oct 29, 2021 06:53 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hannah I look forward to seeing some picture of your new home and decorations soon! 

Oct 29, 2021 09:47 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Kathy Streib This is my 3rd place at Delaire Landing . Each time I have moved closer to the River /Water .  I love this location . Last night  there was a function at the clubhouse and all I had to do was walk outside my door  walk a few feet and I was there . 

Oct 29, 2021 06:59 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

LOVE this post, Hannah! Great information for those who are moving. It's a royal PITA to move and I know you are ever so thankful it's over!

BTW, I have Ugg slippers that I need to replace this year - they're SO comfy! If bed linens are as comfy as the slippers, I need to be on a mad search for them too! 

Oct 31, 2021 05:29 PM