Northeast Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)
By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 As people age, their personalities seem to change. People think they become more grumpy, but actually, they are more compassionate and empathetic. Meeting your professional obligations has become a skill, and your self-esteem is much higher, Getting older can be an honor, becoming wise, using the knowledge one has learned, and being proud to use and share with others—an honor of age, a benefit to be alive, and a natural part of life.Sometimes, one may become passionate about getting the point across. In other words, they agree to disagree. This is commonly known as a debate.  The words may be strong, but then the subject is over, and hopefully, each was able to get their ideas acrossIt is, however, essential to keep an open mind, especially for the younger generation and their train of...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
This week's Philadelphia Steal and Deals are Orchids. At a Produce Junction store, I got fresh vegetable fruit, plants, and flowers. Flowers are always a wonderful gift for someone special on Valentine's Day or yourself if you have the winter blues.Produce Junction always has the most reasonable plants and flowers. It has been dreary here, and many people bought cut flowers. Not me; I was enchanted with the gorgeous potted orchids on the floor. Colors were abundant and various sizes if you know these beauties. Ron and Alexandra Seigel would know the names as she would write about them in her post.While wasting time absorbed in their beauty, I just remembered that I had to purchase a bag of mushrooms and eggs. I was getting some dates when I saw a vase with orchids growing in water. I st...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
 Philadelphia Steals and Deals are back by popular demand.  Here are some steals and deals you won't want to miss. With Black Friday coming up, many popular stores offer early deals to get you to spend your money. But are these deals worth it? Only time will tell. Please don't wait too long, though, as they may run out of stock soon!I checked out UGG last night, and they offered 30% discounted prices. Many cute deals were available on jackets, sandals, sneakers, and clothing. Although only a few boots were available( I will check back as I love the UGG boot in cold weather), a jacket caught my eye. It was similar to one I had purchased around five years ago, which I still wear. It looks new. Whenever I wear it, I get compliments, and it is my go-to jacket with a hood and faux fur, but t...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
The New Year is here and just like that so are rising prices. Last week when I went food shopping I walked out of one of the stores because I refused to pay that much money for cheese and eggs. The following week the same store cut the prices in half. There is one store I go to for bottled water and soft drinks because otherwise, I pay a soda tax to the City of Philadelphia. The money originally was for certain school programs so it was bittersweet. I  make a trip to my local Acme shop to purchase items in Bensalem. I check to see what is on sale plus they carry a local homemade pasta brand I love.  A Boutique TJMax is right next to them if I have the time I stop in.Now mind you I am one person and my food bill has gone up considerably. It must be difficult for young families to manage....
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
A few years ago after the Pandemic, I changed Real Estate offices. I had been with the same umbrella company for most of my real estate career and it was a difficult decision but I made the move.I was sitting at my computer writing a post when the phone rang and I answered Homestarr Realty and the man with disappointment in his voice said he had the wrong number.  I quickly answered this is Hannah Williams. Oh, he said you are who I want to talk to  I quickly learned he identified me with my other company but found me through the blogs I wrote on the community where he lived. We had a very nice conversation and an appointment was set up to take a look at his property.It turned out he owned four properties in this community. The house he called me on needed work. After a long discussion,...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
March madness is upon us. Not only is inflation hitting us, but so is Shrinkflation. I know you are saying what the heck is that. Has Hannah gone mad?Well, yes, more angry than mad.  Your big companies want you to think they are not raising prices but look again. Oh yes containers and packaging will be getting smaller.  Things like toilet paper I am understanding  Cottenelle will be one of the first, bottled items like Gatorade,Paper towels and the list goes on and on. You most likely will not notice at first as they will slide it thru slowly. Shrinkflation  has happened before . You may remember when purchasing Ice Cream many years back in half gallon sizes  suddenly it was not a half a gallon at all.  So as a smart consumer you should look out  to see just what you are getting for you...
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By Hannah Williams, Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376
(HomeStarr Realty)
It was my friend's birthday yesterday. He and his partner are always so good to me. On Christmas Eve the seven fishes were prepared and they hosted the nicest party. Gifts for everyone . When I opened mine I was so happy just what I needed, then there was another and another and another it seemed endless. When we went to have coffee, I noticed the coffee maker I had purchased for them was not there I was told they had not filled out the warranty and  it stopped working.  So I shopped online first for a KEURIG and I found at Walmart  a beautiful coffee maker only in black all other colors were $69.99 but Black was $47.99  it was a steal of a deal check it out if you need a coffee maker it can make up to 3 cups at one time online only. They loved it so much they purchased one for a friend...
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