A Guide for Philly’s Newest Urbanites Moving from the quiet, tree-lined cul-de-sacs of the suburbs to the vibrant heart of Philadelphia is an exhilarating transition. Whether you are eyeing a luxury condo near the University of Pennsylvania or a sleek loft steps…
Read More To Keep the Value In – You Gotta’ Keep the Noise Out!
Yeah, I swim. A lot. Here are my top five favorite pools in town. 1.)Waterfront Square 2.) One Riverside 3.) The Arthaus 4.) Symphony House 5.) The Murano
Property Flyers are Often Incorrect Here are a few examples:1) Hardwood Flooring- Likely, it is not hardwood, rather it is laminate. And laminate is preferred in newer condo buildings. It looks good, wears well, and offers an array of styles. 2) Deed Parking- Usually,…
Read More I Believe 48% of What I Read on Real Estate Flyers
Philadelphia condos have a unique issue that may not be relevant to condos in, say, remote parts of Montana or on a deserted private island. NOISE! Some of the most sought-after condo buildings here in Center City are on, or very close…
Open houses are great. What a wonderful collection of folks who may at any time walk right in your front door. And each one is different from the next.... 1) The Tourist: "Oh, we're from Ohio and just visiting. We…
Not giving an inch may cost you a mint in a real estate transaction. Back in the 1960's, Tarryton Cigarettes had the saying "I'd Rather Fight Than Switch". Personally, I think I would give up my specific brand of cigarettes…
Center City offers a buffet of living arrangements. Almost any Center City condominium, with a smattering of exposed brick, attempts to pass itself off as a loft. Often sought after as an expression of one's own style, loft living has…
Today's Condo Manta should be: "Association, Association, Association" Condominium Associations Policies Are Playing a Heavier Role In Value Determination. Many condo buyers are dismissing the old adage of "Location, Location, Location" as being the primary determining factor in the value…
A blind man knows when the sun is shining, and even a casual observer can spot a poorly operated condominium association. A lax set of rules and regulations, perceptually poor upkeep, higher than usual percentage of rentals, restrictive pet policies,…
Read More Buyers Should Scrutinize the Dealings of a Condo Association Too
Here in Center City Philadelphia, low rise condominiums (LRCs) are numerous and are often favored by many buyers. LRCs are generally characterized by buildings that are less than four stories tall and generally have less than twenty condominium units in…
Read More Defining Low Rise Condominiums in Center City Philadelphia
