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Understand Risk, Unlock Value   As Philadelphians approach a new normal and the US economy recovers, the Philadelphia real estate market has erupted. Median Sales Prices have roared to the highest prices in 5 years (65%+ growth since 2017). And, Days on the Market for Philadelphia properties are 34% less than last year. If you’re interested in investing, understanding the following risk factors is key to unlocking value. 1. Systemic risk, or market risk, is the exposure

Selling Your Unwanted Rental Property As a landlord, there are a slew of reasons you may want to sell your rental property. Maybe you’re relocating to a different state or are exhausted by tenant turnover every year? Regardless of the circumstances, you are not handcuffed to your rental. Some tips when selling a rental include the following: 1. You can sell with an active lease and some buyers may view this as an added benefit since there

Foreclosure Plan B: Selling on Your Terms. If you’re on the verge of foreclosure in Philadelphia, you’re not alone. According to the United States Census Bureau, 14%+ of Philadelphia borrowers are behind on their mortgages. If you’ve exhausted loss mitigation options with your servicer, there is a plan B: selling on your terms. Rather than wait until your foreclosure is a few weeks from a sell date, where you’d likely leave money on the table, you can

End of Q1 Real Estate Views: 3 Key Philadelphia Market Takeaways ​ Hindsight is 20/20, and I’m grateful 2020 is in our hindsight! We’re 90+ days into 2021 and, while there are still unknowns at the end of Q1, I want to share three Philadelphia real estate market observations.​ ​ 1. Record-Low Housing Supply. Philadelphia currently has 2,511 homes for sale, according to the Drexel University Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation. The city has historically averaged 7,400

Choosing a Real Estate Sales Expert If you’ve decided that you want to sell your home or one of your investment properties, this is more than likely one of the most significant transactions you’ll ever engage in. Accordingly, it’s critical to find the best real estate professional to guide you through every step of the transaction process. The following questions will help you pinpoint an expert that will sell your property in the shortest amount of time,

A great way to elevate your bargaining power in a real estate negotiation is via a strong BATNA, or a “Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement.” In other words, your best outside option if you walked away from the deal at hand. BATNA is a concept that was developed by Roger Fisher, William Ury, and Bruce Patton of the Harvard Negotiation Project in their landmark publication Getting to YES: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. Their approach has played

The Harvard Negotiation Project conceived of a groundbreaking approach that helps both sides in a negotiation get more of what they want. In this “Interest-Based Negotiation,” or Principled Negotiation, parties are encouraged to explore their interests to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. This method has dramatically boosted my offer acceptance rates, and I hope it helps you do the same. Here are a few tips to improve your offers via Interest-Based Negotiation: 1. Objective Criteria. Provide impartial, factual

Some buyers want a home but can’t afford a 20% down payment. I understand! On a $500K property, a $25K down payment (5%) is a lot easier than $100K (20%). Lenders require those who put down less than 20% to secure PMI, Private Mortgage Insurance. PMI provides lenders a safety blanket and you flexibility, but can cost up to 2% of your loan annually. I’m here to tell you that you’re not handcuffed forever. Here are a