There is a lot of opportunity here in the city for buyers, when you combine the low interest rates, level of inventory, with the tax benefits of purchasing a primary residence, it would be hard to justify paying rent!
Your first priority should be to enlist the help of the right agent who can spot a good deal and knows the purchase and rental values in the area.... more
Enjoying our blog posts? Take a moment to Like us on Facebook to get updates on everything Philly!According to Bankrate.com, the national average of origination and title fees on a $200,000 mortgage
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you asked this question some time ago....and interesting facts. the catchment avoided a downturn for a while, but did seem to get hit last year. this year we have seen record prices return to garden court condos (not in the catchment) and some homes which would have sold for 500k now selling for 4430-460k...so, its still about availability and supply and demand.... more
Real estate website Trulia recently released this interactive map of the United States featuring top cities' prices for home buying vs. renting. Among the five largest cities in the country, Philadelphia
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The area around Temple University in Philadelphia has continued to see substantial growth over the past ten years and shows no signs of slowing down. After the University received approval from the City
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has just released its housing report for the month of June with some encouraging figures. Home builders in the United States increased the rate of construction on new homes
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Rivers Bend Condos Pet friendly Phila Pa Available Market Report.There are eight Condo units for sale in Rivers Bend as of July 2011 . Rivers Bend is located in the Torresdale section of Phila Pa in the
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All regions of the US experienced strong gains in pending home sales from a year ago which is a positive indicator for housing activity in the second half of this year. The Pending Home Sales Index predicts
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In my own recent experiences, this is a very popular question for anyone who owns a home. Some people feel that their home is worth the same today as it was in 2005, at the peak of the housing boom.
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As the country comes out of a recession, prospective home buyers are still reluctant, despite an upward-moving market. What makes first-time buyers so hesitant? They may not be aware of the possibilities,
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i used to help 1 renter a month, its now about 4...many more people are looking to rent and supply is very short...i live in a luxury building with approx 20 rentals...all full and all many with a waiting
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Are you still living with your parents, are you renting an apartment, are you afraid to make a huge purchase? In either event you are either saving your money wisely, testing the neighborhood first,
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We receive frequent inquiries from our readers and our clients regularly about finding assistance for their Multi-unit properties. While there are programs for non-owner occupied properties or investor
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One of the refrains that I hear from sellers and buyers in this market is this. One of the reasons that house prices are low and going lower is that "NOBODY IS LENDING ANY MONEY - THE BANKS ARE SITTING
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Average days on the market does vary by exact location, pricing, condition, size, schools, etc.; for specific detailed information, do work work with/ask any local agent.
You can look at past trends but are not a definite indicator of the future. In the last 5 years grad hosp values rose/declined less and the art museum. However, averages are just averages. It still comes down to a particular property.... more