Philadelphia’s innovative approach to rental assistance is proving to be a game-changer for renters across the city. Since fall 2022, the PHLHousing+ program has provided no-strings-attached monthly cash payments to 301 households randomly selected from the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s public housing and federal subsidy waitlists. Originally scheduled to end in June 2025, the program has now...
Homeowners in Delaware County, PA, are facing growing concerns about flooding after the federal government eliminated key flood mitigation programs earlier this year. According to a report by The Philadelphia Inquirer (8/28/2025), the Trump administration’s cancellation of federal flood mitigation grants has left Darby Creek Valley communities more vulnerable to severe storms and repeated flooding...
Philadelphia commuters are starting to feel the effects of the first round of service cuts from SEPTA, the nation’s sixth-largest public transit system. With a projected $213 million operating deficit for the 2026 fiscal year, SEPTA has been forced to scale back routes, leaving many riders facing longer commutes, more crowded buses, and skipped stops. What’s Changing with SEPTA Service The first...
Buying, selling, or investing in property in Philadelphia just got a little easier. The City of Philadelphia has introduced a centralized online portal designed to streamline permits, licenses, and property violation information — a major win for homeowners, buyers, real estate agents, and contractors. What You Can Do Through the Philadelphia Permit and License Portal The city’s portal serves as...
Residents of The Village at Willow Run Mobile Home Park in Limerick, PA are facing a significant financial challenge: a sudden 50% rent increase announced by the property’s corporate owner, Longview Management LLC, based in Malvern. The community, located off Ridge Pike, is home to older adults in an age-restricted (55+) development. While residents own their manufactured homes, they must rent the...
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, 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...
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,...
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...
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...
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