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Blog Post Basement Conversion Guidelines

Basement Conversion Guidelines

By Jennifer Dawson Sunday, August 21, 2022
A finished basement can add value to the selling price of a home as its surface area is included in the total square footage of a property. The value may be 50-60% lower than the main level square footage but even so, converting basements is a popular home renovation project beca...
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Blog Post Pros and Cons for Landlords Letting Fully-Furnished Apartments

Pros and Cons for Landlords Letting Fully-Furnished Apartments

By Jennifer Dawson Friday, July 15, 2022
Letting a fully furnished apartment can fetch you between 40% and 50% for short-term rentals, and 15% to 20% more for long-term ones. Both long- and short-term tenants generally prefer homes that contain all they need to live comfortably, including sofas, beds, dining tables and ...
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Blog Post What Renovations Can I Do If My Home Is Part Of An HOA?

What Renovations Can I Do If My Home Is Part Of An HOA?

By Jennifer Dawson Sunday, July 3, 2022
What Renovations Can I Do If My Home Is Part Of An HOA?Owning a property that’s part of an HOA is beneficial as they typically have a value that’s 5 to 6% higher than a non-HOA home, according to a study from George Mason University. Home renovations are popular becau...
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Blog Post Protecting Your Properties Through Eco-Upscaling

Protecting Your Properties Through Eco-Upscaling

By Jennifer Dawson Friday, June 17, 2022
Protecting Your Properties Through Eco-UpscalingPhiladelphia’s location within the Delaware Valley puts it at significant risk of environmental disaster. Indeed, as Wharton outlines, flooding remains the greatest environmental risk posed to properties across the city - and ...
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Blog Post Budgeting For Exterior Home Maintenance For Your Rental Property

Budgeting For Exterior Home Maintenance For Your Rental Property

By Jennifer Dawson Friday, February 18, 2022
In a recent survey by Buildium, 62 percent of landlords said that property maintenance was their biggest pain point. Yet, many landlords and rental property owners (particularly those who have financed their rental property) will admit that regular and meticulous property mainten...
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Blog Post Expert Advice on How to Finance a Rental Property

Expert Advice on How to Finance a Rental Property

By Jennifer Dawson Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Rental rates continue to climb in Philly and across the country, which can present a limited window of opportunity for those looking to invest in a rental property. On one hand, the continuous upward spiral for house prices has meant that more people are being priced out of inves...
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