Philadelphia is America’s birthplace which makes it the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day this weekend! Philly will be painting the town red, white and blue for the the 4th of July thanks to eight days of music, exhibitions, Colonial characters and re-enactments, patriotic ceremonies and, of course, fireworks. This is a weekend you do not want […]
2556 Kern Street Philadelphia, PA 19125 Beautifully updated 2 story, 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath in HOT Fishtown! Features new hardwood flooring in the living room & kitchen with washer and dryer on the main floor. Kitchen boasts white Shaker Style cabinets, Gray Granite counter-tops, Stainless Steel refrigerator, Dishwasher, Range and Micro-Wave with a corner sink […]
The City of Brotherly Love doesn’t actually seem to get much brotherly love from its east coast neighbors, New York City and Washington D.C. Meanwhile Los Angeles and San Francisco steal the glory on the opposite coast, and Chicago dominates the midwest. Being ranked the fattest and the ugliest big city in America probably doesn’t help matters. But when […]
With weather predictions hitting the 70s, outdoor drinking is on people’s minds. Here’s where you can go now for outdoor drinking, and when you’ll be hitting some of your favorites from years past. Cambridge – The South Street beer bar has a comfortable little beer garden out back and lucky for us, it’s now open. Drury Beer […]
Purchasing real estate can be a complex process, and it’s essential for people who want to make a smart wealth-building decision to buy the right property that suits their long-term needs. To prepare yourself for this life-changing event, be sure you take the following steps before starting the process. Make sure you plan to stay a long time Real […]
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Check out Foobooz’s list of all things Cinco de Mayo in Philly! Cinco de Mayo Street Festival at El Rey: The Stephen Starr restaurant is hosting its first ever, all-day (5/5, 2pm-10pm) street festival, featuring Mexican street food (think tacos, quesadillas, nachos, corn, margaritas and agua fresca), live mariachi music, piñatas and […]
In celebration of the nice weather we’ve been having, Philadelphia Magazine put together the best running trails in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas. Lace up your sneakers, get outside, and explore our beautiful city! Thirty-six years ago, a thousand-plus hardy souls hightailed it 10 miles from North Philly to South Philly in the very first […]
For most people, the biggest financial transaction of their lives is buying a house — and it gets even bigger when you already own a home and are trying to buy a new one. Generally, there are three ways to manage this tricky situation. Sell first, then buy This scenario is the most common because it’s […]
Before you take the leap, make sure you know where you stand You plan to sell soon, and you’ve already chosen your agent. You are in the middle of cleaning, painting and prepping the home. As the listing period approaches, it is time to dig deeper into the final pricing, sales and marketing plan. The […]
Put these four tasks on your to-do list for a quick and painless sale. Selling a home doesn’t happen overnight. To maximize your sale price, stand out from the competition and sell quickly, your home needs to go on the market in tip-top condition. Prepping the home rarely happens in one weekend. It takes time and […]
First impressions count. If your home is for sale, or soon will be, creating a positive first impression is one of the most important things you can do. Thankfully, it’s not hard. Here are 12 steps you can take; most of them fall under simple maintenance and organization, but some of them could possibly help you decide when it’s time to move. […]
1. Spirit of Philadelphia Spirit of Philadelphia Make a memorable Valentine’s Day this year aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia, with lunch and dinner cruises available from January 11th to the 14th, there is something for even the busiest lovebirds and any budget. All cruises include a rose for each couple and a complimentary champagne toast. To […]