If you’ve been browsing EveryHome.com lately, you may have noticed the new “Rent a Home” section on our website. We are thrilled to announce that homes for rent are now available to browse with the same simplicity that you know and love with our homes for sale. Like always, you can easily search by school…
If you’re in the process of purchasing a home, it just might be the perfect time to lock in your interest rate! The nation’s average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate fell to 3.70%, the lowest since late 2016 according to Mortgage News Daily. Economists speculate that rates could fall even lower in the upcoming week,…
The busy real estate season is in full swing, and Greater Philadelphia homeowners are enjoying a hot seller’s market! A “seller’s market” refers to the upper hand that sellers experience when the demand for homes outpaces the supply. This imbalance results in homes selling quickly, and for more money. In fact, many EveryHome listings have…
EveryHome Realtors is excited to announce their twentieth anniversary in June 2019! The boutique real estate agency, now headquartered in Lansdale, began in a tiny Harleysville garage as a vision shared by co-founders Paul Heck and Katie Kennedy. As veterans of the real estate industry, Paul and Katie saw an opportunity to simplify and ultimately…
When shopping for homes, you might come across a few that are “as-is” and this just means that the seller is not willing to make any improvements to the home prior to settlement. A lot of times, homes are listed as-is because they’re either bank-owned, estate sales, or the seller simply doesn’t have the time,…
It seems like every day that we turn on the television or open a newspaper, we are confronted with the reality of an unpredictable real estate market. In this economic climate, every dollar counts! Many residential, industrial, and commercial properties are over assessed, resulting in unreasonably high tax bills. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to…
Tiny homes are having a big moment! With their budget-friendly price tags, smaller carbon footprint, and cozy appeal, it’s no surprise that more and more home buyers are looking for tiny homes. But how much can you expect to really spend? First, it’s important to mention that “tiny homes” can be super diverse! One of the most…
Some homes have a good chance of selling any time of the year, whereas other homes sell more easily during the spring and summer months. As EveryHome agent and home-flipping guru Jen Kuznits explains, “If you buy a 4-bedroom home in a good school district, with higher taxes, you will typically have a much harder time selling it if…
If you’re “underwater” or “upside-down” on your home, you owe more than it’s worth. For example, if you still owe $220,000 on your mortgage, and your home’s approximate value (as estimated by a licensed real estate agent or appraiser) is $210,000, then you’re about $10,000 underwater. For homeowners in this situation, it’s not a big deal…
If you’re in the process of selling your home, you may be wondering if it’s appropriate to decorate for the holidays. Generally speaking, we think that it’s a great idea to add a few holiday touches to your home. A festive tree, a menorah in the window, or sparkly lights around the mantle can all transform your…
With tens of thousands of Realtors in our region, it’s pretty likely that you know someone who sells real estate for a living. And if you’re planning on buying (or selling!) a home anytime soon, the thought of whether or not to use them has probably crossed your mind — or maybe they know of your plans and…
Unfortunately, local experts believe that due to poor workmanship, tens of thousands of homes in Greater Philadelphia have stucco-related damage. When there are cracks in the stucco or it’s improperly installed, water can seep behind the exterior and quite literally rot the home from the inside out. While some of these problems might be minor…
The early fall months are a popular time of year for homeowners to remove their swimming pools, both in-ground and above-ground. While pools are enjoyed by plenty of families and may add to your home’s value, their maintenance can be expensive and time-consuming. In some neighborhoods, pools can actually decrease your home’s value. Above-ground pools are…
Whether or not you’re planning to sell your home this season, you may be curious about how much value does central air add to your home? Ultimately, an updated heating and cooling system is a significant upgrade (and expense!) that increases your home’s value — but will it be worth it for you? There are a…
A sheriff sale is a type of foreclosure where the properties are sold at public auction (typically at the courthouse). EveryHome’s residential investment guru, Jen Kuznits, was kind enough to share the most important information about sheriff sales. As Jen explains, homes that are sold at a sheriff sale tend to be the most risky. While…