February 4, 2015
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Celebrity Real Estate Shorts: 2/4/15

Nick Jonas, the Jonas brother quickly gaining a reputation as “the scandalous one,” is unloading his home above the Sunset Strip. His gorgeous Mediterranean home dates back to 1938, which explains its timeless vibe. With four bedrooms and 4.5 baths spread over 3,175 square feet, there is plenty of room to roam. Large gates and the home’s position at the […]
February 3, 2015

Price Reduction: 1543 N Bouvier St, Philadelphia, PA 19121

1543 N Bouvier St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 Price Reduction: $239,000 Attention Investors!!! 3 story, 7 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with hardwood floors, large living room and kitchen, basement and central air. Rented out to Temple students and 4 blocks from Temple’s main campus. Frank L. DeFazio, Esq. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS 530 Walnut Street, Suite 260 Philadelphia, […]
February 3, 2015
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Thrills and Chills At the Philly Auto Show!

The Philadelphia Auto Show has started its nine-day run, and the high-octane excitement in the air is just about palpable. The show, which runs annually at the Convention Center, is one of the country’s biggest. Visitors can wander some 700,000 square feet of automotive excellence, with vehicles ranging from six-figure prototypes to more humble family offerings in 2015 and 2016 […]
February 2, 2015

Will Philly Ever Host a Super Bowl?

Will the Eagles ever win a bid to host the Super Bowl? It was a hot question at this time last year and, now, fresh off the Super Bowl XLIX matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, the matter has once again reignited. Philadelphia has never hosted a Super Bowl. The biggest reason for that is undoubtedly […]
February 2, 2015

Just Sold: 4805 Umbria St, Philadelphia, PA 19127

4805 Umbria St, Philadelphia, PA 19127 Just Sold: $230,000 Super spacious Manayunk home with off street parking…updated kitchen with brand new stove & microwave…new powder room on 1st floor…ready for immediate occupancy……nice level rear yard …tons of space…walk to train station, Main Street, Canal trail. Frank L. DeFazio Berkshire Hathaway HomeServcies Fox & Roach 530 Walnut Street, Suite 260 Philadelphia, […]
January 30, 2015

President Obama Visits Philly, Rallies Local Dems

Society Hill hosted President Obama last night, as the president visited Philadelphia as part of the Democratic Party’s annual retreat. The visit was significant as it comes days before Obama addresses America with his newest budget proposal. Part of what reports called his “pep talk” focused on the middle class, and Obama’s plans to relieve some of their financial burdens. […]
January 29, 2015

Just Listed: 1819 Gillingham St, Philadelphia, PA 19124

1819 Gillingham St, Philadelphia, PA 19124 Just Listed: $149,900 Don’t miss this complete gut rehab down to the studs! No expense was spared on this three bedroom, two full bathroom townhouse. Walk into the front door to the open floor plan with all new floors throughout. The living and dining areas are open to the kitchen with all brand new stainless […]
January 29, 2015
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Leighton Meester Lists Encino Home

Leighton Meester is best known for having played snooty Blair Waldorf on the hit CW show “Gossip Girl.” Blair, a gorgeous socialite, got up to no end of intrigues and schemes alongside her best friend Serena and on again/off again lover, Chuck Bass, but Meester herself is a lot more low-key. She’s been wedded for almost a year to fellow […]
January 28, 2015
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Lyft Flouts Philly Ban

Ready to ride-share? If you answered affirmatively, take note: Lyft is scheduled to start service in Philadelphia on Friday evening. The company, which competes with conventional taxis by pairing passengers with private drivers offering up space in their car, is a popular competitor of Uber. Interestingly, both ride-sharing services have been banned by Philadelphia’s parking and transportation authorities. Lyft, however, […]