Havertown’s Kevin Toll starring on HGTV’s “My First Place,” Thursday at 8pm!

The wait is almost over!!! Thursday, June 3rd, at 8pm Eastern & Pacific time, you can watch my HGTV episode of “My First Place,” Buying a Home Sight Unseen with Andre and Katina.  The filming process was such a great experience and it gave me a chance to become very good friends with Andre and
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Attention: Special rules for members of the Military, the Foreign Service and the Intelligence Community

                 The First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit for qualified purchases with a binding sales contract in place on or before April 30, 2010 and closed by June 30, 2010; has been extended for qualified service members who are ordered on a period of official extended duty.  These dates have been extended one year; therefore the take
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Staging Your Biggest Investment

Staging your home can be the difference in how long your house stays on the market or that extra few thousands of dollars you were hoping to get from your home.  The housing market in the Main Line, Chester County, PA; Delaware County, PA; and Montgomery County, PA;  is competitive; The main tips I tell my clients
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A Must-See in Havertown, “Ardmore Park,” Delaware County, PA

Must see newly renovated twin in “Ardmore Park,” Havertown, PA, Delaware County.  This twin offers nearly 1,400 square feet of living space that is loaded with character and natural sunlight.  Find airy rooms, a living room with a fireplace, and expansive dining room- both with refinished floors.  This twin features a brand new eat-in Kitchen
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Winter Homeshowings: The Woes and Foes

This Valentine’s Day I was showing houses to a couple who is selling their home in Havertown, PA, Delaware County, and interested in buying a home in West Chester, PA, Chester County.  I took the couple for a second showing to a house they were very interested in putting in an offer on.  Unfortunately, the
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How to Green Up Your World

If you’re like me, you may have seen a home improvement show or two.  These shows are tailored to making your home better, whether by landscaping some new curb appeal, updating a kitchen or a bathroom or fixing a broken component like the hot water heater or the roof.  All of these things will give
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Sellers: Don’t wait until it’s too late to list your home!

Are you interested in selling your home? Are you planning to wait until the spring to list your home?   Waiting until spring may seem like a smart idea, particularly if you’re waiting to see if the economy picks up, but some experts think that waiting until the spring to list the property could be a
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First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended

The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit has been extended until April 30, 2010, as long as the home is under contract by that date; the transaction must be completed within 60 days.  Eligibility and amount of new credit: $8,000 for first-time homebuyers (those who have not owned a home in the last three years). Up to
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316 David Drive, Havertown, PA- $419,000

316 David Drive, Havertown, PA, $419,000 Stunning single family home in Paddock Farms neighborhood in Havertown, PA. Enter this home and be greeted to finished hardwood floors in its open and sunny living room. The open floor plan connects the living room to dining room, making entertaining easy. This pristine, well maintained home, offers three
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7 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

7 Best tips for the First-Time Home Buyer Here are seven bits of wisdom from economists and financial planners for anyone contemplating purchasing their first home: 20% Down Payment: The safest way to purchase a home is to put down 20% on a fixed-rate, 30-year (or less) mortgage. Borrow Sensibly: Don’t become overconfident about potential
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