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February 10, 2017
First it was the axe-throwing place, now ping pong. You really can do anything for fun in Philadelphia. News broke recently that SPiN, “The Original Ping Pong Social Club,” will be opening a Philadelphia location this July. It’s unlikely that the City of Brotherly Love will know what hit it. You might be thinking… why ping pong? Isn’t that a […]
February 9, 2017
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. Especially in these times of protests, contentious Cabinet confirmations, and general political turmoil, who couldn’t go for the cold comfort of a sweet frozen treat to dull their woes? If you are feeling revolutionary and need some extra calories to fuel your rage, the Franklin Fountain ice cream shop in […]
February 8, 2017
Just Listed: $740,000 Fall in love with this luxurious condo in the sky offering two bedrooms, two bathrooms with unobstructed West facing views at the magnificent Residences at Two Liberty! When you enter the welcoming, private resident’s lobby you are immediately greeted by the friendly door staff and concierge, which is at your service 24/7. This bright and airy unit […]
February 8, 2017
It’s always a big deal when the Philadelphia School District makes changes to its calendar. After all, many Philly residents have children in school, and so these changes can have a major impact on family life and scheduling. The District just released its calendars for the next two school years: 2017-2018 and 2018-2019. There were some notable changes from the […]
February 7, 2017
Philadelphia’s notorious soda tax is once again under attack as a group of state lawmakers are coming down on the levy, calling it unconstitutional. The tax, which applies not just to soft drinks (diet and regular), but sweetened teas, milks, juices, and coffee drinks, was championed by Mayor Jim Kenney. Imposing a 1.5-cent surcharge per ounce on these drinks has […]
February 7, 2017
Just Listed For Rent: $2100/month AVAILABLE 9/1/2017– 3200 Hamilton, corner property – Private entrance off charming rear garden(off Hamilton St). Large rooms, tons of closet space, random pine original floors, granite kitchen counters, upgraded kitchen, upgraded baths, large kitchen, large living room, dishwasher, private access to basement laundry. Tenants pay all utilities. Frank L. DeFazio, JD (previously licensed to practice […]
February 6, 2017
The site on the Delaware River where Trump Tower was supposed to rise in Philadelphia is back on the market. The pier and surrounding land was meant to be developed into a $300 million glitz-and-glam condo building complete with lush landscaping, 263 living units, and a posh spa. Way back when, the completion date for the project was given as […]
February 3, 2017
Just Sold: $65,000 ATTENTION Builders, Investors, and Contractors!! Great opportunity in one of the strongest neighborhoods in Philadelphia, Point Breeze! With New Construction on EVERY BLOCK and sale values soaring year after year, this will be a fantastic buy. This PERFECT sized lot is ready for immediate development. Purchaser is responsible for U&O. Title Search has been ordered and is […]