If you think all homes on the market for a long time have something wrong with them, don’t omit them from your search just yet. From red paint to a cancelled contract, here are some common reasons a property had more days on market.

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Real Estate Market Update: Philly and Suburbs

March 2026 - We've combined statistics from the past few months and our experience working with clients to give you a market update for the city and the suburbs.

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What does a Buyer's Agent do?

What exactly does a buyer’s agent do? We asked three PHG Realtors to give us a peek into the care and expertise they offer clients along their home buying journey.

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Breaking Up With Your First Home

Finding yourself peeking at properties for sale but it feels like a betrayal to your first home? Here’s how to navigate these common thoughts and questions you may have asked yourself about selling your current home and moving on to your next.

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Why You Should Include Condos In Your Home Search!

With condos currently making up 18% of the total residential property for sale in Philadelphia, it’s time we talked a little bit about them! In and around Philadelphia, condos can come in a variety of building sizes and offer a wide range of amenities. We’ve put together our top 5 favorite things about condo living.

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5 Ways To Meet Your Neighbors Without Being Creepy

When you first move in, don’t be shy about meeting your new neighbors! Say hello or try one of these ways to get to know your next-door friends. You’ll be borrowing a cup of sugar before you know it!

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Everything you wanted to know about the Title of your home

The title to your car is a piece of paper, the title to your house however is not something concrete- it’s a concept of ownership. Title refers to the legal ownership of a home. It proves that you own the property, and have the right to sell it by transferring your ownership to someone else. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about the title of your home.

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A Fixer-Upper is in your future: All about HomeStyle and 203(k) construction loans

One of the ways to find your dream home is to purchase a fixer-upper, grab a designer, a contractor and get on the road to renovating. There are tailored loans that can help to take on such a project. Let us introduce you to the Fannie Mae HomeStyle and FHA 203(k) construction loans that are designed to finance properties where conventional loans aren’t applicable or for homes that have been sitting for a while.

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Rent vs. Buy: Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em

If you are a renter, chances are at one point or another you have contemplated buying. What’s stopping you? In a hot market, we know that it is even easier to get cold feet about owning your own. Here are some of the most common self-placed roadblocks we hear from renters who are hesitating to make the leap to first-time homebuyer.

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Home Appraisals 101

Picture this scenario in a real estate transaction; pre-approved buyer and seller have agreed on a sale price and terms. Home inspection has been conducted and negotiated. Repairs and credits are inked on paper. There is only one person left to join the party... the Appraiser. These FAQ’s are just what you need to navigate this aspect of the home buying and selling journey.

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2511 South Carlisle Street

BEDROOMS: 3 | BATHROOMS: 1.5

SOLD FOR: $270,000

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