Posted on Jan 11, 2021
Home inspections are an incredibly important part of buying a home and should never be skipped. They can reveal issues that the current homeowner is unaware of, and often impact the final selling price of the home. Inspections are a way for both buyers and sellers to protect themselves from future l...
Posted on Jan 08, 2021
When you go to buy or sell a home, you may come across the term dual agency — and learn in the process that some states have made this type of real estate transaction illegal. Does working with a dual agent help or harm you — and why? Here’s what you need to know. What is dual agency? In a typical r...
Posted on Jan 06, 2021
According to Wallethub, Philadelphia has been ranked one of the top 50 most dog-friendly cities in America. For pet lovers in the city of brotherly love, this comes as no surprise — Philadelphia is an extremely walkable city, with plenty of dog parks and pet-friendly housing options. It’s fair to s...
Posted on Jan 04, 2021
Header photo courtesy: Acroterion Baltimore is a relatively quiet, coastal city and somewhat of a hidden gem - it lacks the fanfare nearby DC has, yet is home to what a lot of people are looking for in terms of convenience and urban culture. Renowned for its crabcakes and beautiful harbor views, it’...
Posted on Jan 01, 2021
The general rule of thumb has always been that the best time to sell a house is in the spring. Why? It's real estate’s busiest season. Parents want to find a new house before the next school year starts, the weather is typically ideal for attending house showings and open houses, and homes have more...
Posted on Dec 30, 2020
When you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to know whether or not the home has lead-based paint. Why? Lead helps keep paint fresh and moisture resistant, so lead-based paint was frequently used to cover home interiors in the first half of the 20th century. However, we now know that it is h...
Posted on Dec 28, 2020
From just February through September of this year, Philadelphia drew in an incredible 7,500 from NYC’s five boroughs, according to CBS Local. As the cost of living continues to increase in NYC, Philly becomes an attractive alternative where people can get more space for less money. As you might expe...
Posted on Dec 22, 2020
According to a recent survey by safety.com, only about 38% of American households have a home security system. The recent growth in smart home devices and security that can connect seamlessly with one’s phone, however, has reignited homeowner interest in security systems. New homeowners may be cons...
Posted on Dec 21, 2020
Home buyers frequently come across home and mortgage terminology they've never heard of before - and PMI may be one of those terms. Why do only some homeowners have to deal with this additional fee, and how can you get rid of it? Here's what you need to know. PMI Meaning Homeowners who put down le...