2025

Hatboro-Horsham School District Real Estate Market Update – July 2025

The Hatboro-Horsham School District housing market in Montgomery County, PA delivered a month of mixed signals in July 2025. While closed sales climbed and detached home prices surged, attached homes experienced price declines despite stronger activity. For both buyers and sellers, the market continues to shift depending on property type. Market Overview – All Home Types New Listings: 36 homes,...

Montgomery County, PA Real Estate Market Update – July 2025

If you’re following the Montgomery County real estate market, July 2025 brought a mix of stability and shifting trends that buyers and sellers need to understand. With home prices holding at record levels and inventory beginning to climb, the market is showing signs of balance. Whether you’re searching for homes for sale in Montgomery County PA or considering listing your property, here’s what you...

Why New Homes in Pennsylvania Cost Nearly Twice as Much as Existing Homes

If you’re shopping for a home in Pennsylvania, you may have noticed a big difference between the cost of new construction homes and existing homes. According to a recent analysis by LendingTree, Pennsylvania is one of only two states in the nation where newly built homes cost more than double the price of existing properties (Philadelphia Inquirer, August 18, 2025). The Numbers: New vs. Existing...

Upper Darby School District Purchases Former Delaware County Memorial Hospital for Redevelopment

The Upper Darby School District has officially acquired the long-shuttered Delaware County Memorial Hospital, a move that could reshape a key section of Drexel Hill and open new possibilities for future development in the community. According to documents filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the district finalized the purchase for $600,000 from California-based Prospect Medical Holdings, the previous owner...

Why New Construction Homes in Pennsylvania Cost More Than Twice as Much as Existing Homes

If you’re house hunting in Pennsylvania, you may have noticed that new construction homes come with a much bigger price tag than existing homes. In fact, Pennsylvania is one of only two states where new homes cost more than double what existing homes are valued at, according to a recent analysis from LendingTree. Here’s what the numbers look like: Median value of existing homes in PA:...

Should You Buy A New House Before Selling Your Old One? Let’s Explore the Pros and Cons

POV: You're a homeowner thinking about downsizing, upsizing, or relocating to a new area. Your biggest dilemma now? It’s probably this: whether to sell your current home before buying a new one, or buy first and then sell. It's a common situation for many homeowners who are on both sides of a home sale transaction. Selling first can provide financial certainty, while purchasing first means you...

Philadelphia to End $100K Tax Break — What It Means for Realtors & Small Businesses

Philadelphia, PA – Big changes are coming to the city’s Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT), and they’ll impact thousands of small businesses — including many real estate agents, brokers, and investors who operate as LLCs or independent firms. Starting in 2026, Philadelphia will eliminate the longstanding $100,000 revenue exemption from the BIRT. This means all businesses, regardless of...

Horsham Township Considers Adopting Updated Building & Fire Codes

Horsham Township, PA – Homeowners, property buyers, and investors in Horsham should be aware of important updates that may soon impact building regulations and fire safety requirements in the area. The Horsham Township Council is set to review two proposed ordinances that would align the township with the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) and the 2021 International Fire Code...

Valley Forge National Park Seeks Tenant for Historic Kennedy Supplee Mansion

The National Park Service (NPS) is looking for the right tenant to breathe new life into the historic Kennedy Supplee Mansion at Valley Forge National Historical Park. The Victorian-era property, located on the eastern edge of the park in King of Prussia, has sat vacant since the Kennedy Supplee Mansion Restaurant closed its doors in 2005. $10 Million Planned for Rehabilitation To attract a tenant,...

Chester City Removes Pre-Sale Inspection Requirement for Residential Homes

If you’re planning to buy or sell a home in Chester City, PA, there’s an important regulatory update you should know about. As of June 26, 2025, the Chester City Council officially repealed the requirement for a pre-sale inspection on residential properties. What Does This Mean for Home Sellers and Buyers? Homeowners in Chester City no longer need to schedule or pass a city-mandated pre-sale...