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Luxury isn't always marble countertops and a formal foyer.Sometimes it's a ceiling that makes a room feel enormous.Origi...
10/20/2026

Luxury isn't always marble countertops and a formal foyer.

Sometimes it's a ceiling that makes a room feel enormous.

Original floors with actual history.

A closet with room to breathe.

Tankless hot water.

A kitchen island that can handle dinner, drinks, work and everything in between.

And a door that opens directly onto the Rail Park.

428 N 13th St, Unit 3B | $357,500

[email protected] | 215.622.6667
215.485.0082 | [email protected]

Welcome to a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial with a 2 car garage sitting on almost half an acre in t...
10/16/2026

Welcome to a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath colonial with a 2 car garage sitting on almost half an acre in the desirable Sugar Valley neighborhood.

Join us for the Open House debut this weekend!
947 Patriot Drive, Lansdale, PA

🖤 Saturday, 10/17, 1 - 3 pm (with Meredith!)
🖤 Sunday, 10/18, 11 am - 12:45 pm

And see for this home's features for yourself:

A large covered front porch welcomes you inside, where hardwood floors run throughout the first and second levels.

The kitchen flows into the expanded great room with a vaulted ceiling, anchored by a brick fireplace with a wood mantel and raised flagstone hearth. Just beyond, a connecting library offers a quiet spot for a home office or additional sitting area for entertaining.

Upstairs are four spacious bedrooms and two full baths including a primary ensuite with a large walk-in closet.

Downstairs, the finished basement gives you a true second living space, whether that’s a media room, a playroom, or the best seat in the house on game day.

Out back is where this home shines. A screened-in porch and deck installed by the current owners overlooks the private, fully fenced backyard; ready for summer dinners, weekend gatherings, and evenings outside without the bugs.

Best of all, the big projects are already done: the windows, roof, and siding have all been replaced, so you can move right in and simply enjoy.

[email protected] | 215.622.6667

Higher mortgage rates are understandably a big part of the conversation for buyers right now.But interest rates are only...
10/15/2026

Higher mortgage rates are understandably a big part of the conversation for buyers right now.

But interest rates are only one piece of the market.

When higher borrowing costs cause some buyers to sit things out, the people who remain may face less competition. Homes can spend more time on the market, and depending on the property and seller, that can create opportunities to negotiate that might not exist in a faster market.

That doesn’t mean buying is automatically the right move—or that you should stretch your budget in hopes of refinancing later.

It means it’s worth looking at the whole picture: the home, the price, the monthly payment, your financial situation, and the negotiating environment.

Sometimes a challenging market can still create opportunities for the right buyer.

If you’re considering buying in Philadelphia, reach out to talk through what the current market looks like for you.

[email protected] | 215.622.6667

It's Meredith at her very first Open House! (A few years ago now.)We had several agents on our team host Open Houses thi...
10/14/2026

It's Meredith at her very first Open House! (A few years ago now.)

We had several agents on our team host Open Houses this weekend. And while we love meeting potential buyers for the home, some of our favorite stories come from neighbors who stop in just to say hi!

From Meredith:

"At my most recent Open House, a neighbor who had owned her home for 50 years stopped by and I loved hearing all the stories about the way her block in South Philly had developed and changed over the years.

People are often afraid to go into Open Houses because they don't want to give the impression that they are buying, so this is a PSA: even if you aren't actively searching, Open Houses can be a great way to learn about the neighborhood and current Home Values! Our team loves to chat and we are happy to welcome in neighbors and community members. More feedback for our sellers is always a benefit to them and we love to hear what you think."

Stop by just to say hi at our next Open House!

[email protected] | 215.622.6667

There are renovated houses.And then there are houses where someone clearly cared about the details.At 5516 Cedar, the up...
10/13/2026

There are renovated houses.

And then there are houses where someone clearly cared about the details.

At 5516 Cedar, the updates don't erase the personality: custom millwork, built-ins, arched doorways, a checkered marble entry and the kind of architectural details that make a house feel like a home.

4 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,650 SF
$405,000

For buyers who want modern functionality without the cookie-cutter feeling.

[email protected] | 267.435.8015

"If you're selling in the City, it's almost impossible to underprice a home right now. Price it aggressively, make it lo...
10/08/2026

"If you're selling in the City, it's almost impossible to underprice a home right now. Price it aggressively, make it look amazing, and it'll still move fast. You just have to get the price right.

Looking ahead, expect the usual winter slowdown, and rates will probably hold steady for the next six months or so. If you're selling, don't bank on a ton of appreciation anytime soon.

If you're on the fence about doing something right now, remember that people are always moving. Price it right, keep your expectations realistic, and you can pretty much always make something happen. Truthfully, it comes down to what's going on in your life way more than what's happening in the market."

[email protected] | 215.622.6667

Tucked at the end of a private lane in the heart of Wyndmoor, this exceptional home is set on ¾ of an acre — a rare offe...
10/06/2026

Tucked at the end of a private lane in the heart of Wyndmoor, this exceptional home is set on ¾ of an acre — a rare offering anchored by mature perennial gardens filled with native Wissahickon plantings and specimen trees.

Built by respected local builder Bud Grebe, the home itself is a gracious center hall colonial with the quality construction to match its setting. Enjoy these standout features:

📕 handsome study with built-in bookcases

🔥 sun-filled living room with a wood-burning fireplace

🌳 French doors to the patio

🌳 wall of windows overlooking the gardens

🔥 soaring great room with an exposed beam cathedral ceiling and second fireplace.

🚗 An oversized two-car garage and abundant storage complete the package.

🌳 Decades of thoughtful cultivation have created a private, park-like setting

Ideally located in the award-winning Springfield Township School District, this home offers the rare combination of top-tier public education, a peaceful residential setting, and easy access to Chestnut Hill and Center City, Philadelphia.

Homes on this scale, on this much land, with gardens this established, rarely come to market in Wyndmoor. This is a property to be experienced in person.

Schedule a showing with us:

[email protected] | 215.622.6667
215.485.0082 | [email protected]

4 FULL Bathrooms, a top level FLEX/entertainment space with wet bar, TWO outdoor spaces, and FULLY finished basement!See...
09/26/2026

4 FULL Bathrooms, a top level FLEX/entertainment space with wet bar, TWO outdoor spaces, and FULLY finished basement!

See this JUST LISTED Fishtown showstopper in person at our Open House debut this weekened:

🖤 Saturday, September 26, 12 -2 pm (with Pilar Prassas!)
🖤 Sunday, September 27, 11 am - 12 pm

📍 2044 E Susquehanna, Philadelphia
🏠 For Sale: $650,000

Located in the heart of Fishtown, steps from the neighborhood's best restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife.

TWO Investment properties in West Philly = two times the opportunity.Reach out to us for more info:lillian.roberts@compa...
09/17/2026

TWO Investment properties in West Philly = two times the opportunity.

Reach out to us for more info:

[email protected] | (215) 681-2217

Our team in 2026. We can't wait to see what next year will bring (maybe a wider street to fit more agents???)
09/15/2026

Our team in 2026. We can't wait to see what next year will bring (maybe a wider street to fit more agents???)

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