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2024 Quotes in Print


High Prices, Low Supply: Three Swing State Cities Show the Housing Crunch

Middle-class housing pain is especially acute in Las Vegas, Philadelphia and Atlanta areas.

October 21, 2024 via Bloomberg


New homes, stores at ex-Echelon Mall? | Real Estate Newsletter

📊 The market: When will we see more homeowners become home sellers?
That question is top-of-mind for Michael Maerten, chair of the board at Tri-County Suburban Realtors, an association that represents members in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties. He’s closely watching the supply of homes for sale in our region.

October 17, 2024 via The Philadelphia Inquirer


Election 2024: All Gen Zers Want Is Housing They Can Afford

The housing affordability crisis isn’t just a minor talking point in this year’s presidential election. It’s a major economic problem for young voters like me. More than nine out of 10 Gen Zers say housing affordability is their top voting concern, outranking issues like education and abortion rights, according to a survey from Redfin.

October 16, 2024 via CNET


The 19 Most Popular Types of Homes and House Styles

Narrowing down what you want in a home is one of the first steps you should take as you start to browse the homes for sale in your area. With so many different types of homes to choose from, it can be challenging to find a style that best suits your taste, lifestyle and needs.

October 15, 2024 via Homes.com


How to Price Your Home to Sell, According to the Experts

Everyone wants to get the most money possible when selling a home, but how do you know what your home is worth? Pricing a house to sell can be tricky. Market conditions, the state of the home and your sales timeline will all impact the listing price.

October 8, 2024 via Homes.com


Tri-County Suburban REALTORS® offer expert tips for success in Glenside’s hot housing market

The real estate market in Glenside has consistently attracted strong interest from buyers, and this trend has only intensified in recent months. According to the latest data from Bright MLS, Glenside remains one of the most sought-after areas in the region. Continued high demand and a steady decline in inventory since 2016 have created a challenging yet opportunity-rich environment for both buyers and sellers.

October 8, 2024 via Glenside Local


Is It Worth It For You to Buy a House Without an Agent?

The recent National Association of Realtors settlement means that buyers now have to negotiate their agents’ commissions. Experts we spoke with say this could still be cheaper than buying without an agent.

September 30, 2024 via Philadelphia Magazine


How to Decide Where to Live

Choosing where to live can feel overwhelming. Not only do you need to narrow down what state, city and neighborhood to settle in, you also need to find the right home that fits your lifestyle and your budget.

September 24, 2024 via Homes.com



Greater Philadelphia’s ‘hyper-competitive’ housing market shows signs of cooling

Buyers are finally regaining some leverage in the housing market as activity slowed in the Philadelphia metro in August.

September 12, 2024 via The Philadelphia Business Journal


A family breaks barriers while building community
 

Some father-daughter duos can be pretty similar. Perhaps they share interests, hobbies, or even quirks. For Dan Helwig and his daughter Amanda Helwig, both Springfield Township locals who were born in Abington Hospital, the similarities go a bit further.

September 5, 2024 via The Chestnut Hill Local


Housing supply is up in the Philly region, but not enough to meet demand

At the end of July, the Philadelphia metropolitan area had just over two months’ worth of housing supply. That’s not much, but it was the highest level of supply since late 2020.

August 28, 2024 via The Philadelphia Inquirer


Upper Merion: 2nd Best Place to Live for Families

Upper Merion, a Montgomery County township, was recently named the second best place to live for families by Fortune.

The ranking came after Fortune evaluated over 2,000 cities, towns, suburbs, exurbs, villages and townships with 20,000 or more residents nationwide by reviewing data across five main categories: education, resources for aging adults, general wellness, financial health and livability.

August 26, 2024 via PAR JustListed Blog


‘Insatiable demand’: Main Line real estate remains strong, agent says

RADNOR — Despite high interest rates, local Realtors say the housing market on the Main Line is in good shape. Ken Enochs, member of Tri-County Suburban Realtors, said, “The Main Line itself has historically been a coveted area.”

August 26, 2024 via Main Line Times & Suburban


Backyard Features Buyers Want Most

Curb appeal is a time-tested way to improve your home’s value, but backyards hold major value, too. A recent Zillow report found certain backyard amenities help homes sell faster and for more money. From porches to patios to features like a TV or fire pit, backyards with trendy or aesthetic features can increase buyer appeal.

Before you make expensive upgrades and overhaul your backyard completely, consider these backyard features that appeal to buyers in different regions.

August 21, 2024 via US News


The Philly-area luxury housing market sees bidding wars, strong demand, and fast sales

Philadelphia-area zip codes were among the Mid-Atlantic housing markets with the most luxury and ultra-luxury home sales this spring, according to Bright MLS.

August 12, 2024 via The Philadelphia Inquirer


Pennsylvania first-time homebuyers growing weary as home prices are on rise

Home prices in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, rose 4.4% last year, according to Tri-County Suburban REALTORS®. Kim Hudson reports.

July 31, 2024 via CBS News


Homebuyers growing weary as home prices are rising in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

AMBLER, Pa. (CBS) — As home prices continue to rise nationwide, first-time homebuyers in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are growing weary.

July 31, 2024 via CBS News


The Real Value of Association Membership

In today’s dynamic real estate market, staying ahead of the curve is a necessity. For real estate professionals looking to enhance their knowledge, network and professional stature, joining a professional association can be a strategic investment.

Summer 2024 Issue of AE Experience


Navigating Chester County’s Real Estate Market

The real estate market in Chester County, PA, has experienced significant shifts over the past year, reflecting broader economic conditions. The most notable trend is the persistent seller’s market, driven by a substantial lack of inventory. 

July 30, 2024 via MyChesco


18 Tips to Make Your Partner Comfortable When Visiting: How to Make Them Feel at Home

Congratulations! Your partner is coming to visit! That’s wonderful. Whether this is a first visit or part of your routine, there are ways to make your partner feel even more comfortable in your apartment. From dedicating a space to your partner’s items or doing a deep clean of the space, your partner will appreciate the effort when you open the door and they can just relax. 

July 10, 2024 via Apartment Guide


Homes are selling below list price. That’s bad for sellers, good for buyers

Homes sold below their list price at the peak of the housing season, Redfin reports, a development that could shift the real estate market to the buyer’s advantage.

The typical home that sold during a four-week span in May and June went for .3% less than its asking price, according to the real estate brokerage Redfin.

July 9, 2024 via USA Today


Realtors celebrate hard-working students at 2 promotions

Two members of Tri-County Suburban Realtors recently participated in school graduation ceremonies in Delaware County, giving out the Most Improved Student awards at Paxon Hollow Middle School and Culbertson Elementary School promotions.

June 18, 2024 via Daily Times


‘Fantastic time to be a seller’: Home prices in Greater Philadelphia hit a record high in May

Chester County continues to be the most expensive housing market in the region by a fairly wide margin, with a median sale price of $549,120 in May.

June 11, 2024 via The Philadelphia Business Journal


Homeowner’s insurance quotes are rising fast. Here are tips for buyers and owners to cope

Even if you can afford to buy a home these days, Americans must ask themselves if they can afford to insure it. Nearly 30% of American homeowners are nervous about rising home insurance rates, according to insurance comparison site Insurify.

May 23, 2024 via USA Today