Tag: everyhome
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EveryHome’s Christmas Wish List
Dear Santa, We’ve been good this year! After working hard all year long for our wonderful clients, we have just a couple of modest requests: We wish to continue to grow and expand our presence in Greater Philadelphia! 2015 was a year of fantastic growth for EveryHome, and we look forward to adding even…
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What to Expect in Real Estate School
If you’re reading this, you might be thinking about becoming a real estate agent — or perhaps you’ve already registered to begin courses at a local real estate education provider. If so, congratulations! Real estate can be an extremely rewarding and exciting career, and your education is an important first step. Here’s what to expect…
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Suburb For Young Buyers
Suburb For Young Buyers Drexel Hill has recently been ranked the top suburb for young buyers in the Philadelphia area! Movoto cited the Delaware county town as being affordable, convenient, and having a high percentage of married couples and residents under age five. A 3 bedroom home for sale in Drexel Hill – just $155,000! As…
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Buying A Home With a Pool: Is It Worth It?
Remember being a kid and begging your parents for a swimming pool? And remember how your parents said no? Mom and Dad may have been onto something — after all, pool ownership shouldn’t be taken lightly. The heating costs, maintenance, safety and insurance can all be significant burdens! On the flipside, it’s hard to beat having a…
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Hottest Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
Hottest Neighborhoods Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods! Here are a few of the hottest neighborhoods for real estate: 1. Dickinson Narrows, a small community located in South Philadelphia, ranked #2 in the nation in Redfin’s Hottest Neighborhoods of 2015! It’s affordable, walkable to great bars and restaurants, and near a ton of parks and playgrounds. 2….
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April is A Great Time to List Your Home!
Why Selling In April Is A Good Idea You’ve heard how inventory of homes for sale is low, buyer competition is high, and homes are easy to sell. But why should you list in the next month? A recent Zillow report found that the very best time to hang a For Sale sign on your…
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Easter Egg Hunts in Greater Philadelphia
Easter Egg Hunts It may not feel like spring with this recent surge of chilly weather, but it’s nearly Easter! Much of Greater Philadelphia is in the spirit with local easter egg hunts: Image via Tom Gralish of Philly.com -The Philly Easter Egg Hunt is always a favorite, hosted at Gorgas Park in Roxborough on…
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Try Before You Buy?
Should You Try Before You Buy? Real estate’s newest trend is try before you buy…and we don’t just mean taking a tour or walking the neighborhood! Instead, a handful of listings are offering prospective buyers the opportunity to stay a night, hang out with the neighbors, and even cook a meal to test out the kitchen….
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Bidding Wars and Tips on How to Win Them
How to Win Bidding Wars With a lower inventory of homes for sale, we’ve seen many sellers receive multiple offers on their home. While these multiple-offers can be great for the sellers, they can lead to bidding wars and quite a bit of stress for the potential buyers involved! Here’s how to beat out the…
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Upgrade Your Older Home… on a Budget!
Upgrading an Older Home If you’re thinking of putting your older home on the market (or even if you’re not), there are a few easy improvements that you can make to keep up with the preferences of the modern buyer. CNN Money recommends the following: 352 1st Avenue in Phoenixville is for sale! And even…
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Rents Increasing Faster Than Income
Rent Increasing Rent have increased 15% from 2009 to 2014 according to the National Association of Realtors, but that statistic doesn’t tell the whole story. While raising rental prices aren’t too uncommon, the real issue comes down to stagnant wages and salaries. In fact, some areas have seen declining income in the past five years!…
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Millennials made up 32% of Home Purchases in 2014
Think Millennials aren’t buying homes? Think Again! Forget what you heard about millennials loafing around, unemployed, in their parents’ basements! A recent report conducted by the National Association of Realtors found that millennials (that is, adults under 34 years old) accounted for 32% of all home purchases in 2014. The study attributes increased employment and…
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Tenant Every Investor Wants
Cater to this Type of Tenant Recent reports have confirmed what we like to think we’ve known all along: the women are in control (especially when it comes to the rental market)! Rentals, which bring a certain degree of freedom, are being favored more than ever by young women.Surprised? Don’t be! Later marriages, lower birth rates, and more…