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…
If your New Year’s Resolution is to buy your first home, you’re not alone! In fact, real estate agents anticipate that first-time buyers and Millennials will make up the largest share of home shoppers in 2017. While predicting the real estate market is notoriously difficult, industry experts warn that 2017 might be even more unpredictable…
Mark Mawby was kind enough to sit down with EveryHome and discuss how to afford a mortgage with student loan debt. Mark serves as the Vice President of Lending for Freedom Mortgage in Plymouth Meeting, PA and his team has helped countless EveryHome buyers effortlessly secure a mortgage. There have been a lot of changes…
After years of concern from industry experts about sluggish first time buyer activity, we’re (finally!) preparing to see a major shift in the housing market. This time last year, only 33% of people planning to buy a home in 2016 were first-time buyers This year, however, a staggering 52% of people planning to buy in…
Whether you’d like to control your home’s lighting for security reasons, turn down your thermostat from an app to save energy, or simply stream your favorite music throughout your entire home (because hey, it’s cool!), there is a smart home gadget for you. Of course, we’ve all heard the stories about the billionaires in Silicon…
Tiny dorms, communal bathrooms, and economy furniture just aren’t cutting it anymore! Students around the country (and particularly upperclassmen) are increasingly choosing higher-end off-campus apartments over campus housing, leading to an excellent opportunity for investors and developers. Axiometrics, an apartment research company, anticipates rental growth in this market to remain strong over the next five…
Millennials made up the largest segment of the buyer market in 2015, and real estate agents and sellers are paying close attention to what these younger buyers would like in a home. This age group (defined as those born between 1980-2000) is especially likely to appreciate the following features: 1. Updated kitchens and bathrooms. It’s tempting…
Student loan debt is considered one of the biggest obstacles for young homebuyers, and many are turning to creative solutions in order to achieve their dream of homeownership. Of course, student loans can affect your ability to save for a down payment, but did you know that they can also affect your overall mortgage eligibility?…
Whether you’re looking for affordability, walkability, or convenience to public transportation, you’ll find it on this list of great suburbs for first time buyers! Norristown. Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County, Norristown offers a bustling, urban vibe with the convenience and affordability of the suburbs. Victorian row homes and brick twin homes are the…
Emma (Kennedy) Waltz is truly a jack-of-all-trades. Not only does Emma serve as the office administrator, she’s also EveryHome’s primary photographer for listings, and she schedules all incoming appointments with one of EveryHome’s many agents. Plus, if you call the office or send an e-mail, you’re likely to speak with Emma! Clients love Emma for…
Quick! Picture a 27-year old with a successful job in marketing, not (yet?) married, and with a busy social life. Where does he or she live? If you first thought of a condo in the big city, think again! More and more Millennials are moving to the suburbs, according to a recent report from the…
One of the biggest hurdles for first time buyers is saving enough money for a down payment and closing costs. Luckily, there are a number of ways to afford closing costs a bit more easily, and utilizing a seller’s assist is one of the most popular options. In fact, nearly half of all EveryHome buyers…