March 31, 2016
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Taxi and Limo Drivers Threaten to Boycott DNC

The Democratic National Convention, due to be held this summer in Philadelphia, promises to bring a big economic boost to the city. Delegates, politicians, reporters, and spectators will need hotel rooms to sleep in, restaurants at which to order lunch and dinner, and attractions at which to entertain themselves in between convention events. Philly has them covered on all those […]
March 30, 2016

Just Sold: 1706 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Just Sold: $1,962,500 Once in a lifetime, Rittenhouse Square opportunity for the savy investor located ½ block from Rittenhouse Square. Commercial space is located on the first floor and has access to the basement. Year 3 of 10 year NNN lease with two 5 year options. NOI 100,000+/-. The recently renovated apartment upstairs take up 3 level (2nd/3rd/4th floors) that […]
March 30, 2016
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The CENTERfold: Wonderful in Wayne

It’s been a while since we’ve whipped out the CENTERfold, but the home we’re showing today was well worth the wait. Located on the affluent Main Line in Radnor Township, Wayne, this unique and gorgeous manse is the stuff of which dreams are made. The address is 30 Northwoods Road, and this stunning, 2-story colonial has to be seen to […]
March 29, 2016

Just Sold: 1802 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Just Sold: $302,500 Welcome home to this charming property in the HOT Passyunk Square area! Just 1.5 blocks from “the Avenue,” this is the perfect location with a walk score of 97! First floor has an open floor plan with great living and dining space which leads to a large open and completely redone kitchen! Don’t miss the large rear […]
March 29, 2016
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Could Philadelphia’s DNC Be Contentious?

When talking about national political conventions this year, it seems like all eyes are on Cleveland, where the Republican National Convention will be held this summer. Will the Republican Party actually award a nomination to the wildly-contentious Donald Trump, or will political machinations ensure that someone more moderate takes the vote? It remains to be seen. Interesting things are at […]
March 28, 2016

Just Sold: 515 Watkins St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Just Sold: $146,000 Move-in ready, freshly painted 2BR brick front straight thru. Open 1st floor, tiled floors in kitchen, back patio for summer cookouts and entertaining. There are new hardwood floors throughout and the bathroom is updated. Excellent opportunity to buy your first home in a great South Philly location!
March 28, 2016

Just Listed: 4724 Silverwood St, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Just Listed: $251,000 Wonderful Single Family home in great condition w/fenced in yard and front porch. Walk-in to your cherry, bright living room which leads into a spacious dining room and kitchen. Some features in the kitchen include: cherry cabinets, dishwasher and new refrigerator. Laundry room with washer/dryer is on 1st floor along with a powder room. Enjoy a barbeque […]
March 25, 2016
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The Linguistic Jawn About “Jawn”

It’s a uniquely Philadelphian phenomenon: the use of the catch-all noun “jawn” to describe everything from “that object over there” to a group of people to a cell phone to a lawnmower. But why does Philadelphia have this word, which isn’t used anywhere else in the country? And how did it come to be? A group of linguistics experts have […]
March 24, 2016

Just Sold: 4120 Pechin St, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Just Sold: $252, 500 Move right in to this wonderful home! The cozy front porch welcomes you to the Large, bright living room with recessed lighting & a bow window which is open to the Dining room, both with high ceilings and beautiful, new hardwood flooring and lovely moldings. The Kitchen is new, featuring white cabinetry, granite counter tops, tile […]