Adjustable rate mortgages are becoming popular again after nearly vanishing over the past few years! Many people took out an adjustable rate mortgage before the recession, and when their ARMs came time to reset many people tried to refinance out of them. Unfortunately, some of these homeowners discovered that the value of their home had…
Mortgage rates have (thankfully!) hovered at historic lows for a couple of years, but it’s likely that we’ll see rates rise in 2016 due to speculation that the Fed will raise rates next month. How much more will you pay on a new home if the interest rate rises? It affects your monthly payment a bit…
We’re excited to announce EveryHome’s first annual interactive holiday event map, with over 100 family-friendly festivities in Greater Philadelphia. Create a new family tradition by visiting a few of our favorites, including the Franklin Flea Market (featuring the very best handmade and vintage goods!) in Philadelphia, Brunch with Santa at the Elmwood Park Zoo in…
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s been a whirlwind of a year for real estate, and we’re have a LOT to be thankful for this year. First, we’re lucky to have expanded the EveryHome family this year! A lot of friendly, knowledgeable new agents have joined our team, and we couldn’t be happier to have them. And of…
If you have your home on the market, you may have received a “too low” offer where it didn’t even seem worth responding with a counteroffer. Let’s say, for example, you’re asking $250,000 for your home and you receive an offer of $200,000…. Yikes! Unfortunately, this scenario isn’t terribly uncommon. Some buyers will deliberately submit…
If your home will be a gathering place for friends and family this holiday season, you’ll love these festive ideas for setting your dining room holiday table: Be sure to consider whether or not you wish to set your holiday table formally. For more formal occasions where etiquette rules supreme (perhaps a Thanksgiving dinner or…
Looking to instantly make your bathroom chic and elegant for under $40? Consider painting it black! Described as the hottest new trend for bathrooms, designers are loving the dramatic hue and blending a black palette with bold metallic fixtures, industrial accents, and funky prints. Painting your entire master bathroom black isn’t for the faint of heart. To…
Many condominium associations place restrictions on the type of pets that may be permitted to live in the community. Some “stricter” associations may restrict all dogs and cats, whereas others may permit a specified number of animals or place a weight limit on dogs. The most common weight limits for dogs are 25 lbs or…
This is a guest post by freelance blogger Heather Roberts. Heather has many published articles on various topics such as cleaning, organizing, home and garden etc. There are a great many advantages to being single, something many people don’t notice due to a number of reasons. One of the more important factors of that is…
Joe & Nick Santoro are the experts when it comes to painlessly downsizing your home! In fact, they founded Personal Property Managers as a one-stop solution for clients needing to downsize and selling process, including estate sales and clean-outs. Whether you’re staging your home to sell, or simply trying to spruce up before the holidays, Joe…
When it comes to homeowners insurance, there is only one thing for sure: your mortgage lender will require you to purchase it. The majority of our clients purchase their home insurance through the company that they use for car insurance, which isn’t a bad idea because they’ll often bundle these together and save you a…
If you love working out, staying fit, and eating healthy, you’ll love these 5 Greater Philadelphia towns. We chose them based on the prevalence of gyms and fitness studios, healthy food options, and nearby parks and recreational activities. 1. Green Lane and Perkiomen Township in Northern Montgomery County are two of our favorite areas to…
It’s no secret that keeping your home warm and cozy can get pricey! Whether you have gas, electric, or oil heat, these three tips will help you keep your heating bill low: Supplement gas or oil heat with a decorative electric fireplace — and you won’t believe how inexpensive they can be! We love…
It’s hard to decide whether or not to love your current home and renovate it to fit your lifestyle, or list it and start fresh in a great new space. HGTV’s hit show, Love It or List It, features interior designer Hilary Farr and showcases her amazing ability to beautifully remodel a family’s existing home….
Sure, you’ve heard of Geno’s and Pat’s — but have you tried all of these six South Philly hidden treasures? EveryHome agents Mark Gatta and Anthony Fanelli of The Gatta Group know the ins and the outs of the area, and have been lucky enough to try all of the popular spots. The two South Philly…