The chilly winter months are a great time to finally complete those interior home projects you’ve been considering! Residential contractors are a bit slower this time of year, so you can likely get a better deal, and your home will look great in time for spring. The National Association of Realtors recently released a report evaluating the resale value…
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…
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….
Mid-century ranch homes are more popular than ever, and it’s no surprise why! Popularized in the 1950s and 1960s in California by architect Joseph Eichler, mid-century ranch homes are influenced by Scandinavian style and the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. These homes are often relatively affordable, tucked away in beautiful wooded areas, and feature stunning…
Looking to downsize or clean out your current home? Look no further! EveryHome agents Joe & Nick Santoro are the proud owners of Personal Property Managers, a local company designed to help families, estates and homeowner’s transition and move from their current living environments. They offer a one-stop solution, for downsizing your home, home cleanout, de-cluttering, estate…
We love finished basements, and it’s not uncommon for clients to question whether or not a basement is “finish-able.” After all, this extra square footage can add a ton of living space and increase your home’s value (but please note that some finished basements count towards your home’s official square footage, and some do not. Ask…
Thinking about becoming an investor? That’s probably not such a bad idea, according to some of the most recent real estate data. The most recent month reported, August, shows rental prices continue to outpace home prices. Home values climbed 3.3% year-over-year in the month of August, while rental prices jumped 3.8%. While 0.5% may not…
Unfortunately, it’s no secret that you often have to shell out a pretty penny to live in one of the state’s top-performing districts. But did you know that there are quite a few local school districts that consistently rank among the top in the state and offer affordable home prices? It’s true! Here are our favorite…
It’s no secret that active adult communities are booming, thanks to boomers! Frequently referred to as a 55+ neighborhood, these popular developments are sprouting up all over Greater Philadelphia–and for good reason! These homes are typically low-maintenance, convenient, located in friendly neighborhoods, and offer lots of exciting events and activities. Since every association and development…
If you’re thinking about sending your son or daughter to a private high school, you’ll love reading through Niche Rankings for Private High Schools in Pennsylvania. In fact, many of them are right here in Greater Philadelphia! The popular insight and analytics website considers key statistics (including results of standardized tests, student:teacher ratios, and college…
Have you heard of “dual agency”? This real estate word refers to a transaction in which the buyer and seller are represented by the same agent. In other words, the agent who is negotiating on behalf of the buyer is really working for the seller! Since the agent’s original contract is with the seller and…
The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index has climbed to its highest level since 2005! The confidence index now sits at 61 points, which indicates slow but steady progress and an optimistic outlook among builders across the nation. Additionally, construction on new single-family homes soared 13% from June to July and has now reached…
The National Association of Realtors compiled a fun list of each state’s distinctive real estate feature, and we certainly agree with their conclusion about Pennsylvania. The Keystone State’s distinctive feature is (drumroll, please)… a big rear backyard! The list was compiled by a team of researchers who evaluated 1.5 million homes for sale and selected individual features…
What happens when you have too much stuff and not enough space to put it all? While we’re tempted to suggest donating and trashing half of your things, we know that’s not always realistic. (We can’t bear to part with our grandmother’s Russian doll collection, either!) Plus, it’s true that some homes are severely lacking…