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Is October 2025 the best time to buy a home in Philadelphia? Expert realtor reveals why Oct 12-18 offers more inventory, lower prices & buyer power.

Are mortgage rates finally dropping to the 5% range? Explore the latest 2025 forecast, the Fed’s impact, and what a significant rate drop could mean for your family’s buying power and refinance options.

My first Syrian wedding taught me about community, belonging, and what makes Philadelphia neighborhoods special. A story about finding your people.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=960jF2_Hzhc Have you ever wondered what really happens when a market feels like it is at its peak? Does it just keep climbing or does something shift that opens new doors for those paying attention? Market Spotlight: Prices Still Rising, But at a Slower Pace In July 2025, Montgomery County’s median sale price reached $495,000,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-2qslzHWOg Have you ever caught yourself looking at someone on stage or in the spotlight and thinking, “They’ve got it all together”? Last week I was in Dallas for an incredible event packed with powerhouse speakers like Josh Altman from Million Dollar Listing and Tim Grover, the legendary trainer of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan.

https://youtu.be/K3jLkvjap68 I did not major in psychology because I had some grand plan. I majored in it because I have always been fascinated by people. How we think, why we act the way we do, and what drives us in business, relationships, and even fear.   Fast forward to my real estate career, and it

https://youtu.be/EAO4q7Vy6XM Jen and I just celebrated our seven-year anniversary. We kept it simple and took a spontaneous trip to Lancaster. Nothing fancy or extremely planned out, but it turned out to be exactly what we needed.       First stop was Shady Maple, which is known as the largest buffet in the country. It

https://youtu.be/NO8HI8NJr4U?feature=share If you’re like most people, your first instinct when checking a home’s value is to go straight to Zillow. And honestly, I don’t blame you. The reality is, most consumers don’t have many resources available beyond what’s online. Zillow, Trulia, Redfin, and Realtor.com all try their best to make sense of property values using algorithms and public data. As realtors,

If you’re thinking about buying a home right now, you’ve probably asked yourself:

How much should we offer? Should we waive inspections? What can we do to make sure we win?

These are valid questions—but the truth is, price alone isn’t enough.

I recently recorded a podcast episode that breaks down exactly what it takes to write a winning offer in today’s market. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or moving up to your next home, this episode will give you the full framework.

https://youtu.be/81TZTi1UwMs?feature=share Home prices in places like Montgomery County are holding strong. The median sales price hit $500,000 last month, up 6.4% from last year. Buyers are still willing to pay a premium for quality homes, especially when they are move-in ready. If you are thinking about selling, this market still rewards smart pricing and strong presentation.