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Posted on 05/02/2021

Open House: Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid

Photo by Mark McCammon via Pexels Anyone who has ever gone out on a job interview or a date knows how important a good first impression is. First impressions can color the entire way we approach a person and environment. When it comes to your home, you want to create a positive setting that draws people in on...

Home Staging

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Posted on 04/25/2021

How a Land Contract Differs from a Mortgage

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay A land contract and a mortgage have a number of similarities. For example, you can use either option to purchase a home Both loans must be repaid on a monthly basis. Understanding the Differences A land contract is a legal agreement between a buyer and a seller. Rather than a traditional mortgage...

Posted on 04/24/2021

Another Property Rented - 2367 Terwood Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Posted on 04/18/2021

How to Tell if Your Move is Stressing Your Pets Out and What to Do About It

Photo by Alexas_Fotos via Pixabay Since your pets cannot verbally tell you when they’re feeling stressed, it’s important to watch their body language for stress signals. Every pet is different in how they show their inner feelings, but once you know their signals, you can help calm them down fast. If you’re not sure where to start with...

Moving

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Posted on 04/11/2021

How To Complete Your Post-Winter Checklist

Every winter, your home faces harsh weather, and it may benefit you to examine your home during the warmer months for any areas that may need maintenance to avoid excessive and costly repairs to your home during or after the winter. Here are few things to check before the snow starts to fall.1. The Roof: Excess snowfall on...

Posted on 04/09/2021

Video Tour - 381 Parker Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Call Roxborough your new home! This well-maintained three-story twin home is move-in ready. From the front door, step into an open first floor, including a living room, dining room, and well-appointed kitchen. Natural light fills every room from its side windows. The character of the home is enhanced with its original plank wood floors and wood trim details. The kitchen has been updated with plenty of storage, along with stainless-steel appliances, a garbage disposal, and a dishwasher. The powder room off the kitchen completes the first-floor layout. The second floor includes an updated full bathroom, linen closet, a large bedroom and...

Posted on 04/09/2021

381 Parker Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 is now new to the market!

Call Roxborough your new home! This well-maintained three-story twin home is move-in ready. From the front door, step into an open first floor, including a living room, dining room, and well-appointed kitchen. Natural light fills every room from its side windows. The character of the home is enhanced with its original plank wood floors and wood trim details. The kitchen has been updated with plenty of storage, along with stainless-steel appliances, a garbage disposal, and a dishwasher. The powder room off the kitchen completes the first-floor layout. The second floor includes an updated full bathroom, linen closet, a large bedroom and...

Posted on 04/04/2021

Incorporating Antique Doorknobs into your Decor

Image by savannaholson0 from Pixabay There are many people who are looking for new and inventive ways to decorate their home. In order to get the most out of this process, it is important to pay attention to detail. The doorknobs are a commonly overlooked source of decoration. One of the ways to add a little bit of...

Posted on 04/01/2021

Another Property Sold - 617 Summit Avenue, Prospect Park, PA 19076

Posted on 03/28/2021

Do I Need an Attorney to Close?

Photo by Rafa Bordes via Pixabay Real estate closings could be quite simple at one end of the spectrum or very difficult at the other end. In most cases, you will need to understand the legal ramifications of signing several documents, including the note, mortgage, transfer of title, mineral rights, title insurance and tax documents. If your closing...

Posted on 03/21/2021

Reasons to Back Out of Your Contract

Photo by Gerd Altmann via PixabayOnce you sign a purchase agreement, whether you are the buyer or seller, it is very difficult to back out of it. However, as a buyer, you are able to back out if your real estate agent drafts the contract properly. Real estate agents use a standard contract. That does not mean that...

Posted on 03/20/2021

Another Property Sold - 5119 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143