It’s Easy to be Green!

Everyday I continue to persue ways to become more green and reduce my carbon footprint.  Here are a few green, earth friendly tips that I already follow:  I’ve been using fabric napkins and towels instead of paper napkins or towels for years.  Living in Delaware County, PA, I am able to walk to my local Havertown grocery
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Kevin on HGTV’s, My First Place

Do you like watching HGTV for the great tips and ideas?  Well, in three months you will be able to watch me on My First Place, where you can see me help out a couple find their perfect home to match their unique needs.  The couple purchased a home in Delaware County, PA, outside of Philadelphia,
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Spring Seller’s Tips

Now that the snow has melted and you are thinking about putting your home on the market, make sure you do some early spring cleaning.  The snow may have caused yard erosion, branches to break, or revealed yard waste, make sure your yard is in tip-top shape so potential buyers are not turned off by
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10 Big-Impact, Low-Cost Remodeling Projects for Homesellers

10 Big-Impact, Low-Cost Remodeling Projects Selling your home? Want the most money you can get for your home?  Have little cash for upgrades? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, here are 10 budget friendly enhancements you can do to make your home stand out. 1. Tidy up kitchen cabinets. “Potential buyers
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A Must-See in Havertown, “Ardmore Park,” Delaware County, PA

Must see newly renovated twin in “Ardmore Park,” Havertown, PA, Delaware County.  This twin offers nearly 1,400 square feet of living space that is loaded with character and natural sunlight.  Find airy rooms, a living room with a fireplace, and expansive dining room- both with refinished floors.  This twin features a brand new eat-in Kitchen
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Who’s Watching Your Biggest Investment?

Who’s watching your biggest investment?  Do you how much money you have saved for retirement? Do you know the value of your stocks? Do you know how much your house is worth? The biggest investment of your life is most likely the real estate you own.  Knowing the value of your property is very important,
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The Top 10 Features on a Homebuyers Want List

Homebuyers are searching for features that are cost-effective and provide lasting value, said experts at the recent International Builders Show in Las Vegas. “It’s all about family togetherness – casual living, entertaining and flexible spaces,” says Carol Lavender, president of the Lavender Design Group in San Antonio. The top 10 must-haves homebuyers are looking for
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Market Update: Real Estate Market Continues to Improve

Pending sales of existing homes in January were up 15.6% over January 2009 according to TREND MLS.  Also the median price was up 2.3% over last January.  Sales since August have risen every month over the prior year.  The biggest reasons are the $8,000 tax credit for first time homebuyers, the low interest rates and
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Winter Homeshowings: The Woes and Foes

This Valentine’s Day I was showing houses to a couple who is selling their home in Havertown, PA, Delaware County, and interested in buying a home in West Chester, PA, Chester County.  I took the couple for a second showing to a house they were very interested in putting in an offer on.  Unfortunately, the
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How to Green Up Your World

If you’re like me, you may have seen a home improvement show or two.  These shows are tailored to making your home better, whether by landscaping some new curb appeal, updating a kitchen or a bathroom or fixing a broken component like the hot water heater or the roof.  All of these things will give
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