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Philadelphia Steals & Deals Masks Mandates by Helpfulhannah

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Real Estate Agent with HomeStarr Realty RS143922A

I am sure everyone heard of Philadelphia's mask mandate. The stores all had signs that said mask must be worn. To be honest half the people did not wear them. The other half  kind of wore them others proudly wore their masks. Let me tell you it was so confusing, especially where I live on the boarder of Philly and Bucks County . You can go to one store and be in Philadelphia and go a few miles and be in Bensalem  no masks are required with a sigh of relief.

Thankfully the mask mandate is lifted. It was all so confusing. My one friend said they should call the police if they do not have a mask on. Right the police will come and arrest them for not wearing a mask. Like they have nothing better to do forget about it is over. I do not argue with her. The Mask mandate is lifted.

Let's talk about Steals & Deals I went to Ross famous for dress for less This store is always a hit or miss for me. If you are over 55 on Tuesday you get 10% off your bill. I went on a Wednesday. They have racks of dresses.  Lots of pants and tops too. My shopping was cut short as a saw one of my dearest friends that i worked with for 25 years at RE/Max and we hugged and talked for at least 30 minutes if not longer and promised to be ladies who lunch. I did  find some wonderful deals there a large Chanel picture to finish my office pop art for $24.  Towels and bath mats to freshen up my  Spring bathroom at amazing prices so glad I stopped there . Ross is in Bensalem but there were some people wearing masks by choice not because it was mandated.

pop art

 

Next was Marshalls where they had Steve Madden sparkle Sneakers so so cute but unfortunately not my size.. They had amazing beauty products .Picked up a beautiful eye shadow palette for $6.99 gorgeous colors There I picked up my favorite deodorant Bergamont & lime by Shmidts $4.99 you can spend $12.99 for it and Philosophy brand products also perfumes for  up coming Mothers Day gifts . For those who like the blow brushes they also had the Revlon  Brush dryer for $34 and other stylers for discounted prices really a Steal of a Deal. There were so many other deals that I did not check out as I was running out of time. 

 

Last for this week is my online choice for Mothers Day is ILOVE DOONEY because I love handbags They have a 30% off sale, then an up to 70% off of that selection of bags.  I have been waiting for a certain style to go on sale and finally they have it  . So I have ordered my Mothers Day gift. Don't forget they also have men's wallets and briefcases  so you may want to check out for Father's Day. Really a Steal of a Deal.  Beautiful bags made in the USA  

 

Although the news said gas did not go up I found it did I paid $5.09 a gallon 

 gas prices

Now I am sorry but, there are no Steal of a Deal in Real Estate right now. Inventory is still low.  Most buyers are paying full price or over for houses. 

I am happy to report I received a cash offer for my ten acres of commercial land 

Please come back next week for more Philadelphia Steals & Deals 

 Wearing masks in Philadelphia is now voluntary mask mandates are over 

Thank you again to Carol Williams  &  Kathy Streib  for their honorary mentions

 In case you missed last weeks post

Philadelphia Steals & Deals Happy Holidays 

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Comments (22)

Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Hannah- I consider us very fortunate in Texas because we haven't had a mask mandate for over a year. I do see a few people walking outside with them on or wearing them with their noses exposed. Go figure. 

I used to buy a lot of my staging supplies from Ross and Marshalls, and one of my favorites..Home Goods. 

Apr 23, 2022 04:33 PM
Hannah Williams

Kathy Streib We were the only City in the country from what I understand. Go figure I have so many masks and no where to wear them LOL . Seriously, there were businesses that had a lawsuit against the City for this mandate . I wonder if that is why they dismissed it so quickly?


My one friend gave me a hard time for going to the Marshalls in Philadelphia Mills as there were a few cars jacking there. I do believe the police caught the ring of thieves. 


Crime is running rampant you cannot be afraid to walk out of your house it can happen anywhere.   

Apr 23, 2022 04:45 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

 Hannah thank God that stupid mask mandate was lifted!  Ridiculous political control issue under the guise of 'science'.  Most people think it's all bunk in my area.  I had to laugh at the 'mask police'  as the short time we had mask mandates we all joked about the mask police taking us down. What a joke!

 

Glad you found some steals and deals!  Maybe this week I will as well!

Apr 23, 2022 06:12 PM
Hannah Williams

I do hope you find some steal & deals try the brush hair dryer it is one of those tools one cannot live without makes life so much easier

Apr 24, 2022 08:01 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Glad to know the mandate was reversed Hannah, I still see people with masks on in public places. Ross can be a great place to shop for deals and I can find my size most of the time and I paid $80 to fill up my car. Sheesh, that is horrible!

Apr 23, 2022 07:00 PM
Hannah Williams

Mask if it makes you feel safe, but it should be a choice. Ross ,TJmax and Marshalls there are days you can really find deals 😃

Apr 24, 2022 08:08 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

And here I thought our gas prices were high in Washington state. Don’t get me wrong they are high Hannah 🤪.

Apr 23, 2022 07:51 PM
Carol Williams

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS 
What are you paying for gas over there? Costco here is $4.32 for regular. $4.66 for premium. 

Apr 24, 2022 05:01 AM
Hannah Williams

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS  I spoil my car I find my car runs better and I get better mileage with premium gas . So for me it is worth the extra $$$  

Apr 24, 2022 08:12 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Oh Hannah I like your style. That Chanel picture will be a great addition to an office. Great choice!

Apr 24, 2022 04:42 AM
Hannah Williams

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  the colors and patterns fit perfect for the wall (in my humble opinion) thank you so much Sheila . So funny all the pieces are from Ross shhh

Apr 24, 2022 08:14 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Another interesting edition of steals and deals! As for the masks, we haven't had to wear them for a long time.

Apr 24, 2022 04:58 AM
Hannah Williams

Philadelphia is large metropolitan City  Kat Palmiotti, but with the vaccine  and boosters  I thought things were pretty much under control to the point where masks could be a personal choice.  Going to a doctor's office or hospital masks are worn  

Apr 24, 2022 08:18 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Hanna,
The lowest price for gas here in Wenatchee right now is $4.32 at Costco. Premium is $4.66.

Apr 24, 2022 05:01 AM
Hannah Williams

Carol Williams  there is another club card gas station where gas is reasonable, but I am not a member . Plus I hear lines are very long to get the gas ..just remembered it is BJ's my friend said she can get premium for the price of regular there .

Apr 24, 2022 08:22 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I enjoy visiting Ross.  And, like you, I find it is a hit and miss experience.  I always feel a little joy when I come away with a score or two, however.

Apr 24, 2022 05:50 AM
Hannah Williams

I get a rush Myrl Jeffcoat when I find a great steal of a deal . We all work hard for our money and it makes me feel really good every time I see these items . Just like you gives me joy 

Apr 24, 2022 08:27 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Hannah, on having this blog FEATURED in the Old Farts Club group!  

Apr 24, 2022 05:50 AM
Hannah Williams

Myrl Jeffcoat  This also gives me JOY 

Apr 24, 2022 08:27 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Hi Hannah... until the mask mandate was lifted here in NC, I'd drive into South Carolina (just a mile away) to do my shopping where I didn't have to mask up. And I know I'm not the only North Carolinian who did that. I've wondered how much NC business lost because of people like me and how much sales tax revenue the state lost.

I regularly haunt Ross and Marshalls... they are both hit or miss for me... but every so often you do find a "goodie." I used to find shoes at Ross and Marshalls... but in the past year the selection has been terrible.

Apr 24, 2022 05:55 AM
Hannah Williams

Nina Hollander, Broker  There was an attorney that represented business owners that had a lawsuit against the City of Philadelphia for just that reason . The mask mandate did not last long . I wonder if that was one of the underlying reasons. 


While looking at many of the shoes at Marshalls I noticed I had many of them except those cute sneakers . Since many are made in China selections may continue to be bare  

Apr 24, 2022 08:35 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

I am not fond of the mask, yet when I go into a store, I will have it on me and use it if I feel it's too crowded

Apr 24, 2022 05:59 AM
Hannah Williams

Ed Silva  That is not a bad idea as a personal choice as you do not know who is vaccinate and who is not . 

Apr 24, 2022 08:37 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Hannah. Must say I am over the "mask" thing. Science is confused and politicians are clueless. That pretty much sums up the logic. Enjoy your day.

Apr 24, 2022 05:59 AM
Hannah Williams

Wayne Martin  I am vacinated and boosted the only time I wear a mask is when I go to the doctors where it is required or they say it is  

Apr 24, 2022 08:42 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Ugh, mask mandates are still around?  I was at a play last night and overheard the woman 2 seats away from me talking about the importance of wearing her mask.  When I looked over, her nose wasn't even covered and I wondered if covid would be entering through her nose if it were in the air, haha.

Apr 24, 2022 06:19 AM
Hannah Williams

Brian England  If her nose wasn't covered her mask did not do her any good and actually  a kn95 or N95 is what is recommended for safety ,So you are right   

Apr 24, 2022 08:46 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Hannah, but you are under 55 so much for getting that extra 10% off does not work for you.  Are gas is anywhere from 3.79 to 3.99 in the Denver Area.

 

Apr 24, 2022 07:50 AM
Hannah Williams

Will Hamm  You are so charming !   Waiting to hear from Endre Barath, Jr.  to hear what California is spending on gas  or maybe Jeff Dowler, CRS  will tell us .  Thank you Will

Apr 24, 2022 08:53 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much, Hannah, for sharing some of your shopping adventures.

Apr 24, 2022 09:08 AM
Hannah Williams

Roy Kelley  Thank you so much for taking the time to read it , Have a wonderful weekend

Apr 24, 2022 09:11 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Quite the day Hannah.  Glad you enjoyed.  Very pleased your mask mandate lifted.  Enjoy the rest of your Sunday.  Mark

Apr 24, 2022 01:24 PM
Hannah Williams

Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho  So good to see you here!  We used to go to the movies now I look for bargains . Hope you enjoy your Sunday !

Apr 24, 2022 02:10 PM
Ann Hayden 636-399-7544
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties-St. Louis Missouri - Des Peres, MO
SelectAnn.com

Hannah Williams ,

Sounds like a great day shopping. 

Ann

Apr 24, 2022 01:55 PM
Hannah Williams

Ann Hayden 636-399-7544  Bargain shopping in these times has become a hobby of mine. Today the list was rather short . Hope you found it interesting . Glad to see you back I missed you 😃

Apr 24, 2022 02:13 PM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Hannah Williams - that whole mask thing is ridiculous and sad that so many are still confused. The only time I have to wear one is when I walk into my Dentist Office. Then, when they call my name I can take it off until I leave the building - go figure! Otherwise, we have no restrictions here. Your shopping spree sounded fun and a great way to pick up some steals and great deals too! You really are Helpful Hannah!!!

Apr 25, 2022 03:04 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP  I am glad the mandate is over. Wearing masks is a personal choice. I have no objections if people feel more comfortable wearing a mask that is fine with me. I have a mask with a giant smile across it . I did wear it  once ,before N95 masks when seeing my doctor he looked at me and said " do you really expect me not to laugh with that silly mask " and we both laughed..  

 

Apr 26, 2022 06:39 PM
Kris Collis, Associate Broker
Smart Way America Realty - East Stroudsburg, PA
Professional Results you Expect 570-801-5525

Hannah Williams 

Us girls love those steals and deals don't we.  And yes, good news about mask mandates.

Off beaten path here, are you familiar with Gapview Farmstead in Pinzer?  Wondering if you've ever made it up there?  Heaing some good things.

Apr 29, 2022 01:14 AM