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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-953-8818
(Re/Max Eastern inc.)
Comments 54
Recently I had a home inspection on a property it was one of my listings . It was a vacant listing the sale did not go through . My seller who is very conscientious checks on this property weekly  . When she walked into the property she found the electrical panel box sitting on the floor . There ...

By Maria Sapio, Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com
(Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty)
Comments 27
The pre-listing stage is the season of time when a homeowner has decided to sell their home.  Perhaps they want to sell immediately or perhaps this is a long-term plan to sell in 1-3 months or even 6 months from now.  The big question is when do I contact a Real Estate Agent?  My recommendation i...

By Maria Sapio, Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com
(Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty)
Comments 20
My first phone call of the day was a client that was experiencing some 'moving anxiety' -I listened and offered some words of encouragement.  She thanked me profusely as she explained that they had spent the majority of the weekend preparing for the move and she was just simply tired.The day cont...

By Maria Sapio, Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com
(Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty)
Comments 19
I recently had a meeting with a successful professional that practices in an area of expertise that I know little about.  I thoroughly enjoyed the privilege of getting to know this person better, to gain a stronger understanding of their particular field of work.  I was honored to listen and lear...

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 17
I do not know who started this or when they first named May 27 , as '  National Sunscreen   Day ' . I just read it in the carrier Pigeon , a monthly free magazine that I receive. Check out www.theuptightsuburbanite.com. It is interesting to see that they have something for each day of the month o...

By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Century 21 Absolute Realty )
Comments 12
It never ceases to amaze us how "upgrades" can end up becoming a nightmare set up for the future.  We saw this in a house that had some upgrads and I just had to take a photo.    

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 13
I do not know who started this or when they first named May 25 , as '  National Towel  Day ' . I just read it in the carrier Pigeon , a monthly free magazine that I receive. Check out www.theuptightsuburbanite.com. It is interesting to see that they have something for each day of the month of May...

By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Century 21 Absolute Realty )
Comments 5
Brookhaven PA Homes For Sale With Finished Basements May 2018As of May 24, 2018:- 5 houses for sale that state they have a Finished Basement.- 8 Pending/Under Contract.- 18 Sold in last 6 months.They range in price from $100,000 to $292,500.(Information from Trend MLS - Sales Represented by vario...

By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Century 21 Absolute Realty )
Comments 0
2 Bedroom Condos For Sale In Delaware County,  PA - May 2018One of the great things about Delaware County Pennsylvania is that it offers a wide variety of housing options including a wide variety of condos for sale.  As of May 24, 2018:39 Condos For Sale - 2 BedroomsPrice Range $109,900 - $1,299,...

By Joe Gonzalez, NMLS# 134407 (877)507-2006
(GMH Mortgage Services LLC)
Comments 0
When buying a home, there are certain steps a buyer should go through before the home sale is official. First the buyer makes the offer, then the offer is accepted.Next the buyer schedules the inspection and home appraisal. Finally, everyone is ready for closing.It’s easy to overlook the impact o...

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 26
I do not know who started this or when they first named May 24 , as '  National Escargot  Day ' . I just read it in the carrier Pigeon , a monthly free magazine that I receive. Check out www.theuptightsuburbanite.com. It is interesting to see that they have something for each day of the month of ...

By Joe Gonzalez, NMLS# 134407 (877)507-2006
(GMH Mortgage Services LLC)
Comments 0
When you are a homeowner looking to reduce your carbon footprint, there are a number of steps you can take to make your home earth-friendly. From passive solar heating to solar panels, you can make a difference in the impact your home has on the environment.Even when you aren’t building a new hom...

By Nick & Trudy Vandekar, 610-203-4543, Tredyffrin Easttown Realtors, Philly Main Line
(Long & Foster Real Estate Inc 610-225-7400)
Comments 3
We had the pleasure of helping another buyer complete the purchase of their Tredyffrin Easttown home last week.Located just a few steps away from the Upper Main Line YMCA it is in a glorious quiet location, surrounded by million dollar homes. The original home has had additions and extensions add...

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 24
I do not know who started this or when they first named May 23 , as '  National Lucky Penny  Day ' . I just read it in the carrier Pigeon , a monthly free magazine that I receive. Check out www.theuptightsuburbanite.com. It is interesting to see that they have something for each day of the month ...

By Nick & Trudy Vandekar, 610-203-4543, Tredyffrin Easttown Realtors, Philly Main Line
(Long & Foster Real Estate Inc 610-225-7400)
Comments 10
Some thoughts on selling houses in this very odd market right now.Our local Tredyffrin Easttown and Main Line real estate market is suffering from low inventory, like many other areas across the country. It is so bad in some townships that finding any comps for listings is well nigh impossible. H...

By Joe Gonzalez, NMLS# 134407 (877)507-2006
(GMH Mortgage Services LLC)
Comments 0
If your financial situation is limited, yet you’re handy with a hammer and nails, then purchasing a fixer-upper home can be an attractive option. Fixer-uppers typically require a bevy of updates and repairs to bring the home up to current market conditions.Because of this, the listing price is of...

By Carolyn Roland-Historic Homes For Sale In Delaware and S. Chester County PA, Carolyn Roland, GRI, CRS
(Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate)
Comments 1
There is definitely a need for more listings in the current market, shown by the following chart:For the year so far, new listings in Southern Chester County, Pennsylvania are down 8% and closed sales are up only 1.4%. The only good news is that the median sales price is up 4.3% over 2017. Since ...

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 8
Bucks county is a great place to live.I looked up Trendmls this morning for homes for sale in 55plus communities.There are 75 active listings.27 of these are new construction. In reality there are more that 27 new homes that will be built as builders do not list all the lots in the mls . If you w...

By Joe Gonzalez, NMLS# 134407 (877)507-2006
(GMH Mortgage Services LLC)
Comments 0
Last week’s economic releases included the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index for May, Commerce Department reports on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.Home Builder Confidence Rise...

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel
(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)
Comments 6
Bluestone Creek is an active adult community in Warrington, Bucks county. The community has a clubhouse where they have lots of activities.The homes are located within minutes from  PF Chang , Panera Bread, Wegmans, and are convenent to routes 611 and the Pa turnpike.I looked up the mls this morn...

By The Jeff Rickert Team, Poconos - RSPS - The Jeff Rickert Team
(RE/MAX Property Specialists)
Comments 1
Happy Memorial Day! Memorial Day Week Towamensing Trails This Week 05/21-05/28   This Week at Lake Naomi & Timber Trails 05/21-05/28   This Week at Locust Lake Memorial Day Week 05/21 - 05/28 This Week at Arrowhead Week May 21 - 28 All Weekend Memorial Day Flea Market / Saturday 7:00 PM; Bonfire...

By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-953-8818
(Re/Max Eastern inc.)
Comments 24
 Cleo was so glad to be looking out the sliders and seeing action outside  today insead of rain .  I was searching for my pool pass . I finally found it . I will have to get my card updated  . I also changed my handbag . Next weekend is Memorial Day weekend and the pools will be opening .  Now Cl...

By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Century 21 Absolute Realty )
Comments 3
Upper Providence Township, PA Real Estate - Homes For Sale May 2018 Upper Providence, Delaware County, Pennsylvania is the home to many an old home and building like this one in the photo.  The former Rose Tree Tavern is home to the Delaware County Visitor Bureau. Residential Houses for sale in U...

By Gloria Todor, & Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
(Century 21 Absolute Realty )
Comments 4
Swarthmore, Delaware County, PA Homes For Sale - May 2018 Swarthmore, Delaware County, Pennsylvania is the home to Swarthmore College.  Residential Homes For Sale in Swarthmore PA as of May 18, 2018 *Active Listings 23*Price Range $89,000 - $1,224,000 *Pending/Under Contract Listings 15     Resid...

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