Tag: delaware living
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More Savvy Retirees are Considering Delaware Living
The gorgeous little state of Delaware used to sit quietly by the shore, minding its own business, somewhere on the road between Boston or New York and DC. Well, it’s still a quiet and beautiful jewel of a state, but Delaware has been discovered in a big way. Smart young professionals, families, and retirees have […]
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Philly’s Top 5 Historic Attractions
Colonial estates, Independence Hall, fascinating museums and a nearly 200-year-old penitentiary: The City of Brotherly Love features some of our nation’s most notable historic landmarks. Philadelphia is widely considered the birthplace of America – the city where our Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. Today’s historic Philadelphia offers insight into our country’s early history, […]
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New Construction Homes Near Philadelphia are Bubble-Proof Alternative
A recent article in a national urban affairs magazine based in Philly asked the question of whether there is a housing bubble in the Philadelphia. According to Forbes, a housing bubble is “an unsustainable rise in prices, often fueled by speculation and lending. It’s characterized by easy credit, irrational exuberance, and a rapid rise in prices.” The article was […]
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Halloween Events For Residents of New Home Communities In Delaware
There are plenty of upcoming Halloween treats for residents of new home communities in Delaware like Montchanin Builders’ Darley Green. We can expect temperatures in the high 60s and low 70s in the coming weeks, so it’s the perfect time to get out with your family to enjoy a few offbeat events that are only available […]
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Delaware Living Means Tax-Free Shopping!
For a veteran of the shopping wars, the mere thought of walking up to a department store register under an armload of the latest fashions and sailing through without paying any sales tax is enough to send shivers up the spine. Welcome to Delaware, where tax-free shopping is one of the great pleasures of living […]
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Autumn in Delaware: Food, Foliage, Festivals and More
Delaware may be tiny, but it long ago made its mark as one of America’s most important and beautiful states. At no time during the year is Delaware’s natural beauty more evident than autumn, when the Wilmington and Brandywine River Valley region comes alive with its stunning fall palette of reds, yellows, oranges, and browns. […]
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Fall Fun in Wilmington, Delaware
The nights are getting cooler and the leaves have started to change color, which can only mean one thing ─ fall is here. This time of year is filled with fun activities to fit everyone’s style in Delaware. Get ready for a busy, fun-filled season ahead, as there’s never a dull moment during the fall […]
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Delaware Custom Built Luxury Homes: Hot Design Ideas for 2015
With technology in home design advancing so rapidly, no design feature for 2015 seems too farfetched. Homes that monitor themselves? Done. Run your house from your smart phone? Absolutely. No living room? Um, excuse me? The Delaware custom home builders at Montchanin can turn your wish list into bricks and mortar (or wood and stone) if […]
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Delaware Bathroom Renovation: Five Leading Trends
There was a time when bathroom design was an afterthought compared to the renovation of more public areas of one’s home, like the living or dining rooms. In today’s world, however, many homeowners are beginning to see the bathroom as a place of private refuge, not just for “washing up,” but for quiet and reflection, […]
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Philly’s Tempting Culinary Scene a Boon for Delaware Foodies
Esteemed food writers say that Philadelphia is at the helm of another American revolution with the birth of one of the most cutting-edge restaurant scenes in the nation. Featuring an assortment of indie pubs, intimate bistros and sophisticated eateries, the City of Brotherly Love tempts foodies with much more than savory cheese steaks. With so […]
