Category Archives: Local Information

Tractor Supply, STS Auto & Giant Gas Coming to Harleysville!

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The Shoppes of Harleysville Shopping Center in Harleysville, PA will be getting some new neighbors soon.  Currently, there is a traffic light and the intersection of Route 113 and Park Avenue that also leads to the rear entrance of the shopping center that houses Walmart, Giant, Radio Shack, Harleysville Mattress, Great Clips, GNC Store, Zachs…

Who was Smoking What When They Came Up with Montgomery County’s Real Estate Tax System?

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Welcome to Montgomery County.  A beautiful County filled with great people, tons of things to do, a perfect location close to the hustle & bustle of Philadelphia, weekend hikes & winter skiing in the Poconos, & a short drive to the beauty, peacefulness & tranquility of the Jersey Shore.  It really is a great place…

The Importance of Real Estate Photography – From Clicking to Closing

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At least 88% of prospective home buyers use the internet as an informational resource during their real estate search (Realtor.com). With popular real estate syndication sites such as Realtor.com, Trulia.com and Zillow.com as well as social media networks, consumers are able to proactively find properties on their own.  It doesn’t stop at the computer. 63%…

Who is allowed to go on the deed of a property in Montgomery County PA?

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I get this question frequently…exactly who can go on the deed to a property in Montgomery County PA.  The answer is relatively simple….anyone!

2011 Housing Market Stats for Montgomery County PA

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Happy New Year!  Here we are at the end of another year in Montgomery County.  So how did the real estate market fair this year?  Check out this end of year wrap-up video for the details.

Montgomery County Budget Cuts Threaten Our Parks!

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It’s out…the proposed 2012 Montgomery County budget.  Good news is, no tax increase for residents.  Bad news is, some of the finest parts of the County are in jeopardy of losing their funding or being completely eliminated!  

It used to be Mainland, now, look out for tumbleweeds.

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The zip code was 19450.  The town is called Mainland.  Situate between Towamencin and Harleysville on Sumneytown Pike, Route 63, just off of exit 31 of the Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike, this quaint, cozy little village had a daily traffic count of 22,000 cars a day.  Pretty good exposure for a small town….

Montgomery County Market Update

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Do you watch the news?  All that you see about housing these days is how horrible the real estate market is.  Why does everyone always focus on the negative?  Oh yeah, ratings.  They prey on the bads news; maybe in some weird way it makes us feel better about ourselves.  However, what is happening in…

All the single ladies!

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Do you think women are smarter than men?  Well, according to Harvard’s Joint Study for Housing Studies, I may have to somewhat agree with that statement.

Univest Grand Prix Coming this Weekend, September 17 & 18, 2011

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Exciting things are coming to Montgomery County this weekend.  How about an International Professional Road Cycling competition!

Fall Festivities in Montgomery County

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I love summer!  Unfortunately, it does not last too long in our area, at least it seems to fly by.  However, fall isn’t too bad.  And from what I hear, it is a favorite with most people.  So what is it that makes fall so special?  Apple cider, cinnamon sticks, hayrides, caramel apples, pumpkin picking?…

The Mother of all Playgrounds!

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Looking for a fun place to take the kids?  Look no further than the Park-Sci playground at Parkside Place in Upper Gwynedd Township!

Where it all started!

Manor House in Skippack

It was 1994, gas was $1.09, Tonya Harding won the figure skating championship after attacking Nancy Kerrigan, interest rates were 8.5%, and I was just starting my career in real estate.  Without having any idea of what I was doing, I walked into my first sales meeting at the beautiful Manor House in the village…

Busy In The Burbs This Weekend!

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Lots will be happening in Central Montgomery County this weekend!  The Philadelphia Folk Fest continues, the LiveStrong Philly bike race, and little ole Hecklerfest are all taking place.