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…
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…
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…
Don’t call it a comeback! Wallpaper is one of the hottest most unexpected home decor trends — and for good reason! With a relatively affordable price-tag and the ability to make a big splash in any room, it’s no surprise that wallpaper is finding its way into more and more homes across the nation. Image…
Did you know that rental prices are rising twice as fast as the inflation rate? It’s true! There is an enormous demand for rentals right now, and it’s pushing prices sky high. In fact, the market is hotter than ever with the national occupancy rate for rentals at an all-time high of 95.3%. This townhome…
There’s nothing worse than a major flood, and Hurricane Sandy was an unfortunate wake-up call to many homeowners in our region who didn’t have flood insurance. As you may already know, standard homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover you in the case of a flood. Standard insurance may cover windows broken from wind in a storm, or…
USDA loans have become a popular alterative to the more traditional FHA and Conventional loans, as they can offer 100% financing (yep – that means no down payment!). These loans are designed to promote rural development, so they’re only available to buyers looking in certain areas. Wondering if the home that you like is eligible? Check out this website to…