Category: News
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New Construction Homes Near Philadelphia are Minutes from Springtime Excitement
“Proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the land unto all the Inhabitants thereof”. So read the words around the rim of the Liberty Bell which, along with our flag, are America’s two most enduring symbols of personal freedom. The Liberty Bell now receives 1.5 million visitors per year in the Liberty Bell Center, one block from its former […]
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Hockessin, the Foodie’s Dream, Just Minutes From Move-In Ready Homes In Delaware
“First we eat. Then we do everything else.” So said M. F. K. Fisher, the preeminent American food writer. Mary Frances Kennedy Fisher may have never visited Hockessin, Delaware, but if she had she would have delighted in this classic off-the-beaten-path foodie’s dream in the gorgeous Brandywine River Valley. Aside from being a charming scenic little town in the […]
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Philadelphia Real Estate Market Booming – Price Points Go Up
All signs are pointing to another banner year for residential real estate in the Philadelphia region, according to a recent report by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Fox & Roach. Low interest rates coupled with an increasingly robust economy means more people are snapping up properties with favorable mortgage terms. Research shows that houses aren’t staying […]
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Seven Residential Real Estate Myths Busted
In the realm of real estate, there are many long-held myths about what makes a valuable and smart property investment. We’ve all come believe that “location, location, location” is paramount when purchasing a new townhome or condo, but are these maxims really true? After pouring over years of residential real estate data and numbers, Zillow […]
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Philadelphia Townhome Buyers Swayed By More Than Just Interest Rates
There’s good news for people in the market for Philadelphia townhomes or single family residences: the 30-year fixed mortgage rate shouldn’t break 5 percent this year. However, industry observers say there is more to a home buying decision than the interest rate. “Consumer confidence and perception of the economy as a whole have a greater […]
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New Year, New Addition? Find the Best Home Addition Contractors in Delaware
It’s a New Year, which may prompt you to set goals for improving your living space in 2015. Home additions are a great way to stay in the neighborhood you love, close to the amenities you need, and avoid the hassle of a move, while living in the space of your dreams. Did you know […]
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New Year’s Eve In Philly: Fireworks Gala to All-Nite Dance Parties
There’s something for everyone on New Year’s Eve in Philadelphia. You’ll find everything from funky arts festivals to extravagant feasts aboard sailing vessels. Family-friendly events are just as plentiful as all-night dance parties. Delaware townhomes by Montchanin Builders are located just 20 minutes from all the action in the heart of Philadelphia. Our residents enjoy […]
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Residential Real Estate Predictions for 2015
According to Freddie Mac’s economic and housing market outlook published this past November, homebuilding and home purchases are expected to ramp up in 2015, thanks to a robust economy and better paying jobs. The U.S. housing recovery slowed noticeably in 2014 – marked by a 6.4 percent increase in home prices, down from a 10.6 […]
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Investor’s Business Daily Says Single Family Home Sales Are Up
Important single family housing indicators are up significantly, according to the November 19th issue of Investor’s Business Daily. Overall, housing starts totaled over 1 million units in October, a decrease of 2.8% versus September. But that percentage downturn reflects double digit declines only in new construction apartments and multi-families. Delaware custom home builders on alert […]
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Family-Friendly Philadelphia Holiday Events
Seasonal celebrations make December in Philadelphia the most wonderful time of the year. With family-friendly festivities and more twinkling lights than you can shake a stick at, Philly’s iconic attractions and new winter time events are getting everyone into the spirit of the season. If ice skating, waterfront shopping and mind-blowing light shows sound exciting, […]
