2025

West Chester University is tackling its long-standing student housing shortage with a major plan to add up to 900 on-campus beds through a combination of new construction and residence hall renovations. The initiative, backed by a $92 million bond issuance approved by the university’s Board of Trustees, marks a significant step toward improving student living options. Phase One: Renovations and...

The Next Step Programs (TNS), a nonprofit based in Doylestown Borough, has announced an important milestone in its Vision 2030 Integrated Housing Project. The organization has selected Union Studio Architecture & Community Design as the lead architectural firm to design an inclusive housing and workforce development campus for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities...

The U.S. housing market is seeing a notable shift: small-scale real estate investors—defined as those owning fewer than 100 properties—now account for nearly 30% of all single-family home purchases, the highest percentage recorded in the past 14 years. Why Are Small Investors Buying More Homes? These buyers are largely paying in cash and targeting homes in the $250,000 price range, a segment...

A new bipartisan proposal, the Accelerating Home Building Act (S. 2361), aims to tackle the nation’s housing affordability crisis by streamlining the home construction approval process. If passed, the legislation would create a pilot grant program through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to fund pattern books—collections of pre-reviewed building designs. These designs could help...

Whether you'll be working on small upgrades to simply refresh your space this summer, or diving into a major remodel before listing your home for sale, remember that preparation is key. It’s important to take a step back and plan before kicking off your long-planned renovation.  From properly storing your valuables to securing your home against theft, take note of these simple yet effective...

Thousands of Philadelphia renters could face displacement as real estate developer James Levin moves forward with the sale of his extensive portfolio of affordable rental properties. These properties, home to more than 3,000 residents, are currently protected by federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs, which require rent restrictions and limit occupancy to low-income tenants. The...

The Suburban Realtors Alliance (SRA) is urging Warrington Township to revise its procedures for issuing Use and Occupancy (U&O) certificates during property sales. In a formal letter to township officials, the SRA expressed concern over the municipality’s practice of withholding U&O certificates due to previously unpermitted work, such as HVAC or water heater installations. According to the...

Pulte Homes recently presented updated plans to Towamencin Township supervisors for a proposed townhome development on Old Forty Foot Road. The new concept reduces the number of townhomes by 10 units compared to an earlier proposal shared in August 2024, reflecting feedback from neighborhood meetings and planning commission reviews. The updated design focuses on two key community concerns: traffic and...

Big changes are coming to Montgomery County as Norristown officials take a significant step toward revitalization. On July 3, 2025, the municipality unanimously approved a mixed-use overlay district for 68 acres of land located on the historic Norristown State Hospital grounds. This decision marks a major milestone in a long-anticipated development project that will bring a vibrant mix of residential,...

Recent federal tax reforms signed into law by President Trump are set to bring significant changes for real estate professionals, property investors, and homeowners alike. The legislation, supported by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), includes several key provisions that aim to create long-term financial stability across the housing market. Here are the major tax updates that could impact...