Upper Southampton supervisors hold a hearing October 13 on changes to the township's use and occupancy rules for home sales. Here is how a U&O works and why sellers should pay attention.
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Advice for selling a home in Bucks County, Montgomery County, Philadelphia, and Delaware County: pricing against real Bright MLS comparables, prep and staging that pays back, use and occupancy inspections, transfer tax, timing, and how to read an offer. The McKnight Team has sold 1,000+ homes in the Philadelphia suburbs, and these posts come straight from what works at our listing appointments. Pennsylvania is not an attorney state, so we also explain who does what at closing. Thinking about selling in the Philadelphia suburbs? Get a free home valuation and let’s talk.
Middletown Township supervisors advanced a revised sign ordinance that bans all temporary signs from township rights of way and carries a $500 per day fine. Here is what it changes for sellers and buyers in Lower Bucks.
The Pennsylvania Association of Realtors published guidance on August 28 addressing a question that keeps coming up at kitchen tables across Bucks County. Data centers are not listed anywhere on the state seller disclosure form. There is no box to…
Bucks County sewer lateral inspection rules now apply to Wrightstown resales. Here is what sellers must do and why the Realtors alliance objects.
Upper Darby PA real estate now requires lead certification at transfer. Here are the compliance dates and the new property maintenance fines.
If you own a home in Newtown Borough, a recent council discussion is worth your attention. At a June 3 work session, Newtown Borough Council talked about a proposal that would change what sellers have to do before closing. The…
Seller June 11, 2026 When it comes to curb appeal, homeowners often overlook the condition and appearance of their driveway. They think mostly of their front door color, mailbox, fence, landscaping, or outdoor living spaces. But a driveway shouldn't simply be an afterthought, but also a primary element that can make a huge difference. Because in reality, the driveway is often the first thing...
One of the easiest ways to refresh a room is with a coat of paint. Deciding to do a new paint job may sound simple until reality hits: choosing the ideal paint color can be overwhelming. With so many shades available, what colors should you choose? What to do if you change your mind once it's already dried? What happens if it doesn’t turn out the way you like it? It can be difficult to know where to...
As with the kitchen, the bathroom plays a huge role in making a good impression on home buyers. They love the allure of a fresh and relaxing space where they can envision themselves enjoying a little luxury at the end of their day. So whether you're already staging your home for sale or making updates before listing it on the market, you need to make sure your bathrooms are updated to impress....
Homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors in Upper Darby Township should be aware of a new cost associated with property transfers. Beginning January 1, 2026, Upper Darby has implemented fees for residential Use and Occupancy (U&O) inspections, which are required during many home sales and rentals. What Is Changing With U&O Inspections? Under the new policy, a U&O permit fee must be...