I was recently approached to do an interview because of my presence on Active Rain about the real estate market in my area. The article appeared in KeyCrew Journal Below is the articleMain Line Market Dynamics Reveal Sharp Geographic Divides in Philadelphia Suburbs Written by:Steve MarcinukThe Philadelphia Main Line market is experiencing a tale of two realities, where location differences of just one township can mean the difference between multiple offers and weeks on the market. This geographic divide is changing how buyers and sellers navigate one of Pennsylvania’s most sought-after residential corridors.Nicholas “Nick” Vandekar, Licensed Associate Broker at Realty ONE Group Advocates, who has worked the Main Line market since 2004, recently witnessed this phenomenon firsthand with ... 07/11/2025

 While waiting for my client to conduct the final walkthrough before settlement I noticed this large blue heron flying through the neighborhood. I always seem to see Blue Herons, and consider them my Spirit Animal, where ever I go and this reminded me. Those with the Blue Heron spirit animal in the Native American tradition possess innate wisdom and strength that helps them maneuver and co-create their own situations and achievements in life.     Exceptional Support Every Step of the Way! I had a great experience working with Nick. He was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and always responsive — even while on vacation! His dedication and professionalism made the process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend! I just received the review above from a buyer client I had worked with for ... 07/08/2025

One of the joys of being a Realtor and working with young first time buyers is discovering the changes in their lives when you check in with them.I had reached out to some past clients and got back some lovely photos of their new baby born in March. A little girl called Quinn. I also heard about one of their dogs needing surgery on a herniated disc and the improvements they are making to the house. Baby proofing it now there is an additional member of the family.It is part of what makes this job worthwhile to hear that the house you helped them find and guided them through the transaction is the perfect place for them as they raise their family.When they bought the house, they were a couple and they added a large deck to the back of the house and used the back yard for their marriage.On... 07/12/2025