Advice for Buyers

We regularly share the advice, ideas, insight, and assistance you need to buy a home in the Philadelphia community. From ideas on the best neighborhoods (for families, students, singletons, and more) to practical things like securing a mortgage in the Philly area, negotiating with sellers, and any obstacles common to our fair city specifically. We update the blog every day, so there’s sure to be a wealth of information that can help you on your home buying journey.

If you’re relocating here, we have a host of resources for you as well—buying a home in a new city can seem a daunting task, but our knowledgeable team has decades of collective experience in the Philly market, specifically. We share businesses tailored to relocated professionals, as well as full, hands-on services to help your move go smoothly—for you, and for your family!

We hope you enjoy the advice we offer here, and if you need additional information on anything, or to speak with one of our real estate agents, contact the CenterCityTeam: 215.440.2093

January 3, 2011

Philadelphia Real Estate Remodeling Projects

Philadelphia Real Estate Remodeling Projects Remodeling Projects That Add Value By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors Remodeling Projects That Will Increase Your Home’s Value Whether you are thinking about putting your home on the market or you are concerned about increasing your home’s equity in a time of depreciating house values, knowing which remodeling projects yield the best […]

December 28, 2010

Save Money on Homeowners’ Insurance

In today’s economy, homeowners are looking to save money wherever they can … even on something as important as their homeowners’ insurance. But buyer beware: lowering your coverage and/or raising your deductibles could result in higher bills if you become the victim of weather-related damage, says Larry Flick, CEO of Prudential Fox & Roach. “These days, it’s understandable that many […]

December 13, 2010

Questions First Time Buyers Should Ask Their Philadelphia Agents

For most people, buying your first home is the biggest investment in your life and the process can be intimating. To make this process less stressful, here are a few helpful questions you should ask your real estate agent before buying a home: 5 Questions For First Time Home Buyers 1. How do I know if the neighborhood is right […]

December 10, 2010

Philadelphia Real Estate Tax Credits For Home Buyers

Philadelphia Real Estate Tax Credits For Home Buyers By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors How Home Buyers Can Take Advantage of the Tax Credit and ‘Move Up’ While you’ve probably heard a lot in the media about the government’s efforts to rejuvenate the real estate market with the first-time home buyer tax credit, you might have missed the […]

December 2, 2010

Philadelphia Real Estate Prices

Philadelphia Real Estate Prices By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors Greater Philadelphia Homes Remain a Good Investment I think we can all agree that the future of the housing market is one of the most disconcerting unknowns for Americans. With so much conflicting news regarding the state of national housing market, it can be difficult to know whether […]

November 29, 2010

What to Ask Before Buying a Philadelphia Condo

Condominium homes or condos in the Philadelphia Region have always been, and will likely always be, an efficient and economical route to becoming a first-time homeowner. They can offer the comfort, prestige, and even luxury appointments that apartment living may lack, often at a cost that is not much different than rent. “Purchasing a condo is a smart and, most […]

November 22, 2010

How to Price Your Philadelphia Real Estate to Sell

Naturally, like most homeowners, you have a strong emotional connection to your home and, understandably, feel it deserves top dollar when placed on the market. After all, no one knows your home better than you, including all the investments you’ve made in it over the years. But even though all sellers want to get the most money for their homes, […]

November 8, 2010

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Prices Stabilize

Philadelphia Real Estate Home Prices Stabilize By Larry Flick, Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors Greater Philadelphia Home Sales and Housing Prices Hold Steady First Nine Months of 2010 The results are in: Greater Philadelphia home sales and housing prices held steady in the first nine months of 2010, according to the Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors HomExpert Market Report©. Home […]

November 4, 2010

Credit Life Insurance Facts

Credit life insurance is designed to pay off the balance of a loan in the unfortunate case of death of the borrower. Not to be confused with standard life insurance, it’s important for consumers to be aware of the many credit life insurance options out there so they can make the best decisions possible for their estate. Credit Life Insurance […]