May 20, 2011

600 N. Broad To Host New Starr, Vetri and Volpe Restaurants

According to a Philly.com article 600 N. Broad will host new Stephen Starr, Marc Vetri and Joe Volpe Restaurants: With about five months until the projected opening, here’s an update on the mega-dining project coming to 600 N. Broad St., former home of Wilkie Buick, as part of Eric Blumenfeld’s $43 million commercial-residential redevelopment. The venture will include Stephen Starr, Marc […]
May 17, 2011

Hunting For Philadelphia Real Estate

Hunting For Philadelphia Real Estate – What to Do Before You Start House Hunting Now is a great time to consider buying a home in the Philadelphia region. Whether you’re relocating, purchasing a vacation house or looking to become a homeowner for the first time, there are certain things you need to do before you even begin to look for […]
May 17, 2011

Philadelphia Real Estate Outperforming Last Year

Philadelphia Real Estate Outperforming Last Year By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors According to the NAR chief economist, Lawrence Yun Home sales are on track to outperform last year, even though the market doesn’t have the benefit of the home buyer tax credit. He said this is thanks to sustained economic growth, the slowly recovering jobs picture, and […]
May 14, 2011

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Buyer and Seller Report

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Buyer and Seller Report Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors 83 Percent of Home Buyers Value Agent Services; Role of Internet Increases for Home Buyers and Sellers, According to PF & R Survey Prudential Fox & Roach home buyer and seller profile offers insights to consumer behavior in the Greater Philadelphia Area While the  internet […]
April 25, 2011

Kevin Gillen Philadelphia Real Estate Q1 2011 Commentary

Kevin Gillen Philadelphia Real Estate  Q1 2011 Commentary Philadelphia’s Decline in House Values Slows Significantly in Q1.  House prices decline 1.3% in 2011 Q1. April 25, 2011: Following several consecutive quarters of sharp price declines, the Philadelphia housing market appeared to have tapped the brakes this past winter. The typical Philadelphia home fell in value by an average of 1.3% […]
April 21, 2011

Buying Philadelphia Foreclosures and Philadelphia REO

Buying Philadelphia Foreclosures and Philadelphia REO The economy is improving overall and, as a result, some bright sports are showing up in the real-estate market. However, the foreclosure spike, which began around the same time the recession did, isn’t a distant memory just yet. In many areas, foreclosures have even encroached into some key cities that were formerly thought to […]
April 21, 2011

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Value

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Value – How to Raise your Home’s Value Given today’s buyer’s market, it’s important for sellers to be aware of certain market trends in order to pique the interest of buyers. In conjunction, it’s equally as important for sellers to be cognizant of their own home’s market value, a concern for many current sellers. Whether planning […]
April 21, 2011

What to Consider When Making an Offer on Philadelphia Real Estate

What to Consider When Making an Offer on Philadelphia Real Estate By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors When buying a home, buyers want to avoid paying more than they have to, but may need to juggle some numbers in order to reach an amount that seems fair to both parties. Deciding what to offer a seller for their […]
April 13, 2011

How To Prep Your Philadelphia Home For Sale

How to prep your Philadelphia Home for Sale By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors If you think you’re ready to put your Philadelphia home on the market, you may need to think again. Many sellers sometimes overlook certain aspects of the selling process that may facilitate their ability to sell. By spending some time to prepare your home […]