March 11, 2016

Just Listed: 255 Shawmont Ave Unit #F, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Just Listed: $159,900 Move in ready 2 bed, 2 bath renovated condo with large open living room and dining room, hardwood floors, sliding glass doors that lead out to the balcony with storage area, eat in kitchen, granite counter tops and breakfast bar. Master bedroom with access to the balcony, full bath with heated floor and nice sized 2nd bedroom. […]
March 11, 2016
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Philly News Briefs: 3/11/16

1.) Philadelphia has secured yet another national event, putting the city on America’s radar. The NCAA’s East Regionals are coming to town in two weeks, during which one of college basketball’s Final Four will be determined. Have you been watching your brackets? The game will go down at the Wells Fargo Center. It’s not unusual for basketball to pass through […]
March 10, 2016
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Wells Fargo Pledges $5 Million to Philadelphia Homeownership

The Wells Fargo & Company bank is committed to helping out with boosting home ownership in the Philadelphia community. To that end, they’ve teamed up with NeighborWorks America and its network member New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) to create a program that will hopefully create more new homeowners by assisting citizens with their down payments. Wells Fargo has committed […]
March 8, 2016

Philadelphia’s Drinking Less Soda: What About Kenney’s Tax?

In a trend favoring healthiness, Philadelphians – and Americans in general – are drinking less soda. A survey by the Public Health Management Corporation determined that, between the years of 2007 and 2013, the amount of people who drank soda every day shrank by 16 percent. It’s a decline fueled, undoubtedly, by increased public attention to the health effects of […]
March 7, 2016
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Historic Philly Mansion Gets Attention

CBS 3 Philly recently highlighted a gem of Philadelphia architecture. The piece focused on Laurel Hill Mansion in Fairmount Park. The house is beautiful and would be considered a treasure under any circumstances, but what makes it particularly special is the fact that its architect was a woman – something that was virtually unheard-of in the 18th century. Rebecca Rawle […]
March 7, 2016

Just Sold: 109 Elfreths Aly, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Just Sold: $575,000 The perfect blend of Old World Philadelphia history meets modern architecture and finishes in this 4bed/3bath RENOVATION with 2 CAR PARKING on Elfreth’s Alley! Located on unique street, home was painstakingly renovated for the past 2 years and features a magnificent, high end, eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, brand new heating and a/c, large unfinished […]
March 4, 2016

Just Sold: 3813 Hamilton St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Just Sold: $340,000 Spectacular triplex in a premium location. All units are rented until the fall of 2016 with highly qualified tenants. The first floor has a two bedroom apartment which includes a living room, dining room and a large backyard. It features hardwood floors, tile bathroom, dishwasher and very spacious bedrooms. The 2nd floor has another two bedroom apartment […]
March 4, 2016

Just Sold: 1 Queen St Unit #14B, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Just Sold: 1 Queen St Unit #14B, Philadelphia, PA 19147 Located in the Meredith Catchment, this spacious, beautiful home with 1 car GARAGE is packed with upgrades across its nearly 2,700 square feet! Wainscoting, crown molding, and hardwood floors run throughout the home, beginning at the entry way and including all of the living areas. The oversized living room has […]
March 4, 2016
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Marvel Heroes Bring Star Power to Wizard World Convention

For all the proud, self-proclaimed nerds out there, the Wizard World convention is a dream come true. Fanboys (and fangirls too!) get the chance to hobnob with cast members from some of their favorite movies and TV shows at Q-and-A panels and photo opportunities, and the stars get the chance to interact with their fans. It’s a good time for […]