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Chances are if you’re reading this, you are either a Philly-Area homeowner or you want to be. While there are so many joys to having your own home, one big part of being a homeowner is - you guessed it - dealing with property taxes. But, did you know you can now get up…

Anyone who follows the news is well aware that inflation is sky high and mortgage rates have recently risen somewhat sharply in an attempt to help to mitigate that. There is no use in sugarcoating that news. However, anyone that has been in real estate for any length of…

Can you live in a piece of art? These rare gems that we put on the market recently go to show that it’s definitely a possibility! From stunning Flemish architecture to the futuristic designs of legendary architect I.M. Pei, we sold homes this month that represent the…

From the Louvre to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, acclaimed architect I.M. Pei was known for creating mid-century modern masterpieces that serve the masses. However, his designs also catered to the private sphere. Take a look at our gorgeous new listing and see a more…

Let’s face it: it’s not an easy time to be a home-buyer right now. Between record low inventory and sky high demand, bidding wars and waiving standard contingencies become par for the course in much of our marketplace. This Opinion piece in the Inquirer tells one…

Valentine's Day may be long gone, but here is reason 1,000,001 why we love our clients! Our client Meg had love at first site when she stepped into this Fishtown home. Agent Rosie Dillon wrote up an offer from her Florida vacation hotel room, and they lived happily ever…

Homes still standing today hold the stories of Black Philadelphians extending back centuries. Recognizing, visiting and preserving these hallowed historic homes is an integral part of understanding our local Black history. In this blog, we are featuring homes that are the…

I am so proud and grateful to be named partner of Philadelphia's leading independent brokerage, Elfant Wissahickon Realtors. Thanks to my clients, team, staff and partners for helping me to achieve this milestone and thank you EWR for this wonderful announcement in…

When everyone seems to be talking about the “r” word — recession — it can make homeowners nervous, especially if they’re not sure whether they want to move in the next couple of years or not. But because recessions are cyclical, we know a few things…

In a society where we refer to our homes as our castles, it makes sense that we also want to feel safe and secure in our residences. But as we spend more time inside looking at screens and less time outside making connections with neighbors, it also makes sense that many…