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Coast-to-Coast Sweet Spots
Philadelphia landed at No. 4, with homes appreciating by 9.1% in the last two years and vacancy rates staying low at 1.9%. This university town, which plays host to the University of Pennsylvania, certainly has its charm. A city on the rise with a tempting cost of living, Philly is a great place to buy a new home.http://www.forbes.com/2008/07/14/housing-buyers-list-forbeslife-cx_md_0714bestbuy.html

 Insurance bill due soon?  Bob would be shocked if they weren’t at least a couple hundred dollars less per year. ERIE is consistently much lower than all of the other major insurance companies. They reward good drivers for their past driving history, and give great HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE Quotes!!! Feel free to call Bob, he will also come to you!

Bob Purpura
ERIE Insurance Agent
T.W. Cooper Insurance
bob@twcooperinsurance.com

215 766-2423

Looks like walking to work has become the latest craze with these INSANE gas prices!  All the better reason to buy a Condo in Center City :)  You must check out this recent article on Philly.com….

Center City Condos Thriving

Waterfront Square has amazing amazing views!  When asking current residents what they love about Waterfront besides the views they say - the location!  Believe it or not being a little bit off of the beaten path down by the water is actually a plus to most people who love the city. “When I want to be apart of the city - I can really quickly- but I can also go back to the quiet and peaceful balcony if I want to!”  Waterfront Square has a beautiful indoor lap pool and gorgeous waterfront deck.  Beautiful condos all have a teriffic view and offer spacious layouts with balconies.  The penthouse is no joke with bilevel views on the 29th floor! The place was so safe that I needed to check in at the gate in order to pull into the parking lot, then get buzzed in at the building door, and signed in at the front desk… hows that for safe & locked-down?!

Need some Financial Planning ?  Hey guys - I just met a great new financial advisor.  Her name is Gina Schwagerl and her team is ready to get your future planned out for you and your families! Feel free to contact her at anytime to discuss how they can help you figure out how to get that money where it belongs!

Gina Schwagerl
Financial Advisor
Independence Financial Associates
schwagerl.gina@pmlmail.com
 
Eight Tower Bridge
161 Washington Street, Suite 700
Conshohocken, PA 19428
 
W: 610-771-1074
 

What is so great about your condo/condo builiding/area of the city/ect ect….

We want to know!  Write a little blog and we will post it in the Padbrag section- you can leave it anonymous if you choose….just let the people know what you love,like, or wish could be better about your condo– oh and pics are always appreciated but not required.

Email:  stephanieuff@gmail.com  Topic: Padbrag

So the Marine Club located at Broad/Washington just got a new Sweat Fitness Center.   Moving into the Marine Club is such a great location and has so much to offer. You can design your own unit including all finishes, ect….  all at a very reasonable price.  Not only do you have a great location for the subway right to Center City or the ballpark right out your door… you also have a brand new Sweat Fitness Center. Much like the other Sweat gyms we see in Bella Vista, Manayunk, ect….. it also has cool lounge areas and beautiful equipment!  Lucky Marine Club owners have unlimited access to this center with their Condo Association Dues…which are very affordable in my opinion!  Check out units available and take a tour with me….or get more details… just email ! StephanieUff@gmail.com

Don’t forget about the condo fee!

What are condo fees for?
Condo fees are a monthly payment made by each owner to the condominium corporation to cover the operating cost of the building. The individual fees are based on square footage of each unit.

 Don’t forget to ask!

It is very important to check the listing of the condo you are checking out. Usually located in the section that says “Assn or Condo Fee Includes”:

 A typical condo fee CAN include some or all of the following: 

All or some of the utilities  (Water, Sewer, Gas, Electric, and sometimes even cable internet access!!)

Added amenities (fitness center, pool, lounge, ect)

Security Surveillance /Doorman

Building Insurance

Trash removal

Snow removal

Landscaping/Window Cleaning

Parking

Reserve Fund ( for any major improvements and building repairs)

So.. when you think about yourself actually paying ;a person to remove your snow and your trash , someone to guard your door and give you added security,  all or some of your utilities, a parking spot, insurance of your home, added amenities such as a pool pass, a gym membership, and someone to  keep up with all of the repairs and maintenance  – not to mention the roof and exterior…..  A CONDO FEE IS WELL WORTH IT !

                                                           Check out this rental at Textile Flats located at 26 Strawberry Street (between 2nd/3rd/Chestnut/Market) One Bed/One Bath. Wa/Dryer in unit , hardwoods floors, newer kitchen. Fabulous Location!  $1550

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