• Mortgage Rates Inch Higher After Fed Announcement

    Mortgage rates inch higher this week after Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen announced that U.S. interest rates may rise later this year.  Currently, the average 30-year fixed rate loan stands at 3.46% according to Freddie Mac, up from last week’s average of 3.43%. Yellen cited the strong labor market and promising economic outlook and inflation as…

  • Five Local Homes with In-Law Suites for Under $400k

    6 Magnolia Ct, Downingtown PA  This beautifully updated home offers a true in-law suite with a separate entrance, kitchenette, bedroom, bathroom and living area for just $384,500!   202 E Hillendale Rd, Kennett Square PA  No stairs! This one story home in beautiful Chester County offers a large bedroom and a full bath tucked away…

  • Could This Be the End of the Foreclosure Era?

    The number of households in the United States that are “seriously” delinquent on their mortgage payments has fallen since this time last year, according to Freddie Mac. In the latest piece of good news for the housing market, the government mortgage giant reports that just 1.08% of homeowners are three months behind on their mortgage…

  • 4 Back to School Tips to Ease the Transition

    It’s hard to believe, but the 2019-2020 school year is right around the corner for most districts in Greater Philadelphia! While it can be a stressful time for both students and their parents, there are a few ways to ease the transition: 1.  Help your child manage all of his or her new responsibilities with a…

  • Top Labor Day Events in Greater Philadelphia

    No beach house? No problem! Soak up the summer sun at the following festivals and events in and around Philadelphia for Labor Day: Head to FDR Park on Labor Day Weekend for the city’s popular “Parks on Tap.”  The traveling beer garden will be offering extended hours for the holiday weekend, and there will be…

  • These are the Best Stores for Buying Appliances

    As Consumer Reports explains, the most popular stores for buying appliances aren’t always the ones rated most favorably by consumers.  Home Depot, Sears, and Lowe’s racked up the most sales for large appliances last year, but they hardly offer the selection and customer-service of independent retailers.  Instead, try these three favorites: Best Buy offers the absolute…