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Posted on 07/12/2020

Key Considerations About Millennial Homebuyers

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Millennials enter 2020 as the second-largest home-buying demographic and are expected to hold sway over the residential real estate market. Although Millennials trail Baby Boomers in total population — 71 million to 74.1 million — they have aged into the prime starter and second home years. Millennials are largely considered to be...

Millennials

Market Trends

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Posted on 07/07/2020

Craving Small Town Life? Check out These Up-and-Coming Communities

Photo by Christian Heitz via Pexels Sometimes, small town life is just what you crave. If you’re considering a move and want a community with that feel, there are several in the East Coast that deliver it beautifully. From New York to Pennsylvania, here are some of the top small towns that you need to see for yourself....

Travel

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Posted on 07/03/2020

Another Property Sold - 124 Davis Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127

Posted on 06/28/2020

Real Estate Investing: Setting Goals

Photo by F. Muhammad via Pixabay Whether you're about to sign on your first rental property or already possess a portfolio full of properties that are cash-flowing like crazy, you need this. Time to reframe your mindset, step above the minutiae, and get a panoramic view of the path you're choosing. Why Set Goals? It's easy to get...

Posted on 06/21/2020

Think Outside the Box When Building a Potting Bench

Photo by Andy via Pixabay A potting bench can provide you with a place to work on your garden, from starting seeds to grafting and transplanting. Ideally, your bench should be at a comfortable height for you to work at, be sturdy enough to support plants and tools and enhance the look of your yard. You have several...

Posted on 06/14/2020

Pasta e Fagioli (Traditional Italian Macaroni Soup)

Image by Valter Cirillo from Pixabay In Italy, it's long been a cherished tradition to harvest beans, place the pods over the ground under the autumn sun, then store the sun-dried beans for wintertime. On brisk days, beans would be cooked up with a medley of vegetables and pasta. When the cook tossed dry pasta tossed into the...

Recipes

Cooking

Posted on 06/07/2020

Use Aging In Place Design to Boost Home Value

Image by Jonathan Petersson from Pixabay Home improvement to accommodate residents of all ages and physical abilities not only add convenience and safety to the home, but also make good economic sense. "Aging in place" guidelines have been formulated to assure that housing of the future is designed to meet changing needs. Open floor plans are not only...

Posted on 06/02/2020

Video Tour - 100 Apel Avenue, Oreland, PA 19075

**This is an OPPORTUNITY not to be missed** 5-min drive to the PA Turnpike and Route 309 interchange - Office space for under $200K in Montgomery County on a busy corner lot ~~Available immediately! There are many zoning uses at this charming, open-concept office space located at the corner of Pennsylvania Ave & Apel Ave. Nearby access to Septa Bus Route #95 and the Lansdale/Doylestown Regional Rail train line. Start or move your business to a 1-level, stone, professional building on a manicured lot in Oreland. 5 miles from the Historic Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, PA. Available uses are: Retail sale of goods /...

Posted on 06/02/2020

100 Apel Avenue, Oreland, PA 19075 is now new to the market!

**This is an OPPORTUNITY not to be missed** 5-min drive to the PA Turnpike and Route 309 interchange - Office space for under $200K in Montgomery County on a busy corner lot ~~Available immediately! There are many zoning uses at this charming, open-concept office space located at the corner of Pennsylvania Ave & Apel Ave. Nearby access to Septa Bus Route #95 and the Lansdale/Doylestown Regional Rail train line. Start or move your business to a 1-level, stone, professional building on a manicured lot in Oreland. 5 miles from the Historic Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, PA. Available uses are: Retail sale of goods /...

Posted on 05/31/2020

5 Essential Pros & Cons of New Construction Homes

Image by Capri23auto from Pixabay It’s not unusual for homebuyers to enter the market with some preconceived notions about the differences between an existing home and new construction. These may be formed by talking to friends and loved ones about their successes and challenges. Others come from media sources, including the seemingly endless stream of reality home shows....

Posted on 05/24/2020

Essentials for Hosting Guests in Your Home

Image by 영훈 박 from Pixabay One of the great benefits of having a home of your own is being able to host friends and family. If it’s your first time living in a house that’s big enough for more than just you, you’ll want to make sure you plan out the best way to keep people comfortable...

Posted on 05/17/2020

Why You Need a Home Maintenance Log

Photo by Markus Spiske from Pexels Did you just park your car on top of your septic tank? If you're not sure, it's time to pull together a home maintenance binder. Your home maintenance binder contains important information, such as where your well and septic are located and the location of your drain field. It's a running tally...