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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
Delaire Landing Gated Waterfront Community: What are the Values in  Philly, Pennsylvania Delaire Landing is a very desirable place to live. Let's see what is available right now in Delaire Landing. There are only two units to choose from. The other units are gone. The rest are either under contract or settled /sold. Let us look at what is available for sale right now   Active: 1BR 1 bath unit 2nd floor, 806 SQ',w/balcony -cedar walk-in closet $215,000 Active: 2BR 1.5 Bath unit 2nd floor, 968 SQ', w/balcony -2Lg BRs $239,000 There are three condos currently under contract, and we do not discuss these until they are closed and settled, the deed is signed, and the keys are exchanged Now let us take a look at what has Sold in the last Thirty daysSOLD: 1BR 1 Bath 3rd floor  806 SQ' remodeled...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
This year, I will strive to maintain connections with my past, present, and future clients through various platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Additionally, direct mail can be an effective and helpful tool. One way I stay connected is through my community. I celebrated the New Year with my friends and neighbors at the clubhouse, where we had a wonderful time dancing and singing together. While they know me as their neighborhood real estate expert, I am also a friend within the community, having lived here for many years. They understand that I always have their best interests at heart.It was an exceptional party featuring the Gilligan Yacht Rock Band, a live band that frequently plays at local clubs in the area. We had a fantastic time dancing and singing. This was the fir...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
What to Gift The Person Who Has Everything No one has everything, although you may think they do.A package comes in the mail; perhaps it is a gift they received when they opened their mailbox, and there is a package from a friend. The friend lives across the country but sent them a box carefully wrapped with the homemade cookies that the family makes every year; what a precious gift, and the happiness and joy are so precious—receiving an unexpected, thoughtful gift. My friend's husband just had open heart surgery. Whenever I buy her a present, she never seems to like it. Those who know me understand how much time I spend buying gifts. This year's gift will be food, as she does not cook. She always asks me to make her soup with instructions on how to make it. I keep asking her if she has...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
In this week's Zoom meeting, I learned a new trick from my dear friend Margaret Rome. I also enjoy our Zoom meeting and all the members that attend I have always learned something from Margaret. She is such an intelligent lady, and I could hug her this week. She also hosts a radio show every Sunday. Sell Your Home With Margaret RomeRadio Host ALL ABOUT REAL ESTATESundays noon.Author: Real Estate The Rome Way There are so many days when I misplace my phone. I have even emailed friends, asking them to call me, but that usually does not work and is not quick.The fastest way was to knock on my neighbor's door. When I gave up looking for the phone, I asked her to call me. She laughed but called me a few times until I found it. Margaret had a brilliant secret way to find it. It was simple and...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 Today is Friday the 13 Here are some newsworthy facts going on  Dolphins found to have died from Fentinol off the coast of Mexico  The CEO of United Health Care was murdered allegedly by a twenty-six-year-old honor student while walking in New York City with a ghost gun; his lawyer said there is no evidence even though his fingerprints are all over the casing found.  Mysterious drones are flying over New Jersey and Philadelphia, and there are no answers from the FBI to anyone as to where these drones come from. No one from the White House will inform the mayors of the cities or law enforcement agencies.    There is a massive fire in Malibu, Southern California, and it continues to grow. Many people have lost their homes and lives—smoke advisory for Los Angeles. Our prayers are with the...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
What is happening in Delaire Landing Gated Waterfront Community? The Annual Vendor Fair was a huge success, as was this year's charity, "Coats for Kids." There were many other events, like Halloween Trunk or Treat, Kids Breakfast with Santa, Veterans Breakfast, and Quizno. This year, we are ringing in the 2025  Year New Gala with a live Band Gilligan Yacht Rock Band Catering  by - The Blue Monkey There is always something fun and exciting happening at Delaire Landing Let's take a look at what is available in case you are interested in living here Currently, there are four condo units up for sale in Delaire Landing Community2BR 2Bath 1348 Sq' 2nd-floor unit bank owned fee monthly $449  Price $203,0002BR 2Bath 1240 Sq' 2nd fl condition excellent fee $449 Mo - Price $279,9002BR 2Bath 1295 ...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
Oh, how grateful I am for this precious gift that my daughter gave me. Her name is Cleo, although she had several names when she lived at my daughter's home. They all had a different name for her. When she came to live with me, we talked, and I gave her a name that was only hers and explained my name. Cleo is my Siamese Cat and my best friend. Cleo follows me everywhere. She likes to eat when I eat. She is an indoor cat but will walk with me by my side without a leash, and if I say HOME, she walks Home. She is knowledgeable, and she knows exactly where she lives. We used to go walking a lot, but now we have many birds of prey in the area, and I do not know what I would do if one swooped down and took her away. She is older now, and I have lost count, to be honest, maybe 10 or 12, so she...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
Sometimes, when everything goes smoothly, something odd happens. I was cooking soup when I heard a poof noise and looked and saw a spark in the microwave. I quickly unplugged it. The smell was awful—you understand that burned electrical smell. The fan over the stove was turned on, and my hands shook.  I  had to finish making my soup. I am so grateful I was home and in the kitchen, as I wonder if the whole kitchen and place would have burned down if I had not been home. I was not using the microwave; it just went up. It was not old, either, and it was still under warranty. I called because I still had the booklet in the drawer. A few days later, even with great anti-virus, my computer was hacked. I called the computer doctor and unplugged it. He had it for a few days, and I was working o...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
There are great Steals and deals out there. I stopped in Ross, although the doctor said to go home, get in bed, and rest. I stopped at my favorite Chinese take-out in the same shopping center and got some wonton soup, an order of moo shoo, and fried rice. I was lucky to have my bag, which keeps things warm or cold in the car.In Ross. I was looking for a unique gift for a special friend. As soon as I walked in the door, I found what I wanted but for me. A silver bag and a small one, Karl Lagerfeld, were locked up. It was managers' day, and a man and woman asked if I liked it and I said look, it matches my sneakers. The man laughed, and I said, How can I resist the woman who had disappeared? He asked if I wanted it, and I said I would shop and come back, and the woman reappeared with keys...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
November is a month to be grateful.  The weather and clocks have changed, and the leaves have changed colors and are falling.  It is my favorite time of year, and everything is so beautiful. I am grateful that I live in an area where the seasons change. I can see Mother Nature at its best. The colors are so vibrant I take a deep breath and am thankful to be alive .. I know that soon, all the beautiful colors will turn grey, but that is alright because, for now, I will enjoy them.I love the clothes of Fall. It is not hot, and it is not cold, as Goldie Locks says in The Three Bears' Story; it is just right. Pants and a sweater with maybe a blazer. Perhaps you just want to wear jeans, a tee, and a jacket. Throw on a pair of sneakers or boots. Of course, a few think it is still summer and a...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 Okay it's almost Black Friday whether you live in Philadelphia or not you need these deals the sales have already started. I am really curious to see if the sales will be cheaper than they already are. There is really nothing I could possible want or need except a vacuum so I am holding out for that.Sheertex the revolutionary new brand of tights for women. They are wonderful. I have purchased them and must say they are so comfortable. They are also true to their word of being run resistant . They feel so silky and luxurious and look wonderful. They also have socks and body suits. I was lucky to have tried them as a "Today's special Value on QVC " as a  2 for .. and they were divine since then I have purchased more  directly on the Sheertex website for a discount while supplies last for...
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By Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375, Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers
(Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside)
Philadelphia - La Reserve B&B - Charming Alternative To A Hotel/AirB&BWhere should we stay when going to an event in another city?Do we want to be in a standard hotel or some other option? For me, the search ended when speaking to the charming Innkeeper, Maria Fiorello, of La Reserve Bed and Breakfast, located at 1804 Pine Street in Center City Philadelphia. The friendliest greeting possible made the decision easy.She carefully explained how the Inn functioned and what we should expect and what we should not expect as well. The best part was the  La Reserve B&B website - thorough and user-friendly. Check it out. Each accomodation within the B&B has a complete set of photographs and description of accomodations. Made it simple for us to choose.You may call Maria at 215 - 735 - 1137 or wr...
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By Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543, Selling the Main Line & Chester County
(Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055)
This past Friday I had the wonderful opportunity to meet up with several Active Rain Friends in Philadelphia when Brian England  who got to show me his British passport as well, was visiting town. Hannah Williams and Michael Elliott joined us along with Brian's partner Tess.Brian had chosen a wonderful location in Philadelphia right off Rittenhouse Square called Parc, so I chose to use my new SEPTA Senior Fare Card that gives me free use of the Regional Rail and other SEPTA services such as trolleys and busses. I went to our brand new Wawa Station, yes there is a place called Wawa, and yes Wawa Stores have their farm and headquarters there. It is a convenient service right into center city Philadelphia, taking just under an hour traveling through Delaware County, much more relaxing than...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
Friday was a wonderful day I finally met people I have known for years but never met. Now that may not make sense to many people but will make perfect sense to others. We have read each other articles or shall we say blogs for many years. It took Brian England  from Arizona to make a trip to Philadelphia to get us all together . I will say our local blogger Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543  (the Britt) wanted to do this for years. Philadelphia the City of brotherly Love as we say. Forget about I said  no one will show up and much to his disappointment he saw it was true. We are to thankful for you Brian as you motivated us Now this awesome guy Michael Elliott  from Burlington NJ returned to Active Rain he was so great he picked me up at my Place and we traveled downtown together to Rittenhou...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 My next big shopping expense will be redoing my website. I was on the phone with Charr and she informed me of many new designs and changes so she convinced me to update. She is such a wizard and no one does it better than Yoursiteneedsme.com . Time goes by so quickly but I have a new agent I am mentoring. I promised her a meeting with Char business first.  Although I do believe it is extremely important to dress for success where better to address that than our and my own website HelpfulHannah.com? I was not  surprised when I read Liz and Bill Spear post as his thoughts were as I would say right on.  No one does it better than Char in fact as soon as I finished my conversation with Char I called Elyse Berman, PA as she recommended  Yoursiteneedsme.com .to many of us.   I know many peop...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
Let's talk about Rivers Bend Condo a Pet Friendly Community in the Torresdale section of Northeast Philadelphia Pa.  It is also close to I 95  US 1 and The Pa Turnpike .You can walk to the Torresdale /Trenton Train Station which takes minutes from Center City Philadelphia and convenient to New York Trains. There is even a bus for those who rely completely on public transportation.There are eateries such as The Three Monkey's were you can get a brew and a almost anything you would want to eat from  soup , cheese steak to a fine meal and dessert. You can also walk down the street to Wawa and buy what you need or order a hoagie or pizza use the Mac machine or purchase a lottery ticket Enough let's talk about the living situation. If you have a pet no problem and no letters saying your pet ...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 I just returned from Candidate Night at Delaire Landing, held at the Clubhouse. I always look forward to these political nights, when the local candidates running for senate, state representative, district judge, and next year's district attorney come and speak and answer questions. They also discuss their progress since they were in office, which I find fascinating. Then, each person running for office will speak and inform us of what is happening in Northeast Philadelphia and why we should vote for them. I love to hear this information. Mike Driscoll is my neighbor, elected to the city council office, and works with our fantastic  100th Mayor, Cherelle Parker, representing our section of NE Philly. I know these people personally and can call them if I need them, and they make me so p...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
My friend asked me "if I needed it" as we were shopping till we dropped and I replied NO, but I wanted it. Besides, half of my holiday shopping is done right now.  I have always found that the best bargains are in the Fall. Let me start with Ross: I found  Karl Lagerfeld cuffed trousers in black in my size for $19.99. When I was shopping for them, they were $99.99 trousers, as I had purchased the jacket on sale on his site. The Next DNKY sleeveless long-fitted vest came in and fastened at the waist and was $139—Ross's Price was $39.99 in my size and fit me perfectly. I did need these as I lost weight, and I feel it is still important to dress for success.  Now I was set! I took a short stroll by the towels but saw all the new bedding. I did not need this but wanted it!  It was a Betsy J...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
I don't use too many apps, but I use Instagram Daily, which informs me of the news faster than any other device—What do we learn from the apps we use? Alexis controls many products in my house. She wakes me up, so she becomes my alarm clock. When I want to know what the weather is, I ask her. She has become a weather person; She can control my TV. She told me when my packages arrived from Amazon and gave me a roundabout day and time. She can also help control my other app in the house, Sensi  . Sensi is my thermostat. It controls the temperature in the house. I can ask Alexis to adjust the temp, or I can use the app on my iPhone.  I like the house cold when I go to sleep, so when in bed, I tell Alexis to lower the temperature to my preferred temp. When I was getting ready to leave, I in...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 News Brief for this week!  I hope you find this information HelpfulPA’s lead pipe problem is one of the worst in the nation.Pittsburgh and Philadelphia alone report 29,000 and 25,000 lead pipes, respectively, and a report from the Natural Resources Defense Council noted that its numbers underestimate the problem due to a lack of data. The council report estimated that more than 660,000 service lines in Pennsylvania contain lead. “In a new level of detail, we see a pervasive problem with cities and towns, big and small, across the country that have documented where people are drinking through what amounts to a lead straw and where we do not even know the pipe materials,” the report authors wrote. In recent years, state and federal funds have provided money for lead pipe removal. In Janu...
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