Janine McVeigh's Blog

Posted on 03/20/2020

Plymouth Meeting, PA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Plymouth Meeting, PA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 03/19/2020

Photo by Jonathan Borba from Pexels Many home buyers have lots of questions as they go through the buying process, especially first-time buyers. Whether you’re looking for a $50,000 house or a multi-million dollar luxury home, the questions are often the same. How Much House Can I Afford? Lenders use several factors in determining whether to loan you...

Posted on 03/12/2020

Tips for Buying a Ranch

Image by Steppinstars from Pixabay Before you plunk your hard-earned money down on a working luxury ranch, look at several factors, including location, features, your experience and business opportunities. The success of the ranch hinges on your experience or the people you hire to run the ranch. Even if it’s a private ranch where you might sell horses...

Posted on 03/05/2020

How Do Easements Affect Property Value?

Image by Zach Schorr from Pixabay Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you might discover there is an easement attached to your property. If so, you’re probably wondering how this affects your property values. What is an Easement? In a nutshell, an easement is for one person to have explicit permission to have use of another person’s...

Posted on 02/27/2020

Where Should You Buy a Second Home?

Purchasing a second home should be a fun, exciting experience. Yet homebuyers who fail to consider where they want to pursue a second residence may struggle to achieve their desired results. If you know you want to buy a second home, it often helps to narrow your house search to residences in a select group of cities and towns....

Posted on 02/20/2020

How to Buy the Right Home Remotely

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay It may be tempting, when buying a home remotely, to jump at the first great deal that fits your checklist. But, number of beds and baths aren't everything. Location matters, too. So does the school district if you have school-age children. Don't be afraid to delve deeply into a property that you're thinking...

Posted on 02/15/2020

Homes with In-Law Suites are HOT!

More and more buyers are looking for Homes with In-Law suites. Multi-generational families are seeking homes with true in-law suites with a second kitchen. Young un-married friends are also buying homes with two units so they can maintain semi-independence but still maintain a close friendship. We see this trend growing in the Philly suburbs especially in Chester and Montgomery...

Posted on 02/13/2020

Janine honored in “Top 100 Real Estate” magazine

Janine was recently honored in the “Top 100 Real Estate” magazine for a combination of the amount of sales and purchases she helped her clients achieve and for the number of real estate industry contacts and relationships she has obtained....

Posted on 02/13/2020

Common Loan Terms of the Jumbo Mortgage

Photo by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke via Pixabay A jumbo mortgage refers to a high-priced loan, usually meant for a luxury property. And while this loan may have once been reserved for the millionaire investors of the world, it may not be as exclusive as you think. If you're interested in what it takes to apply, it helps...

Posted on 03/19/2020

Another Property Rented - 217 W Lancaster Avenue #unit 3, Downingtown, PA 19335

Posted on 03/10/2020

Video Tour - 2177 E Hagert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Don't miss this 2 bedroom, 2 full bath Town Home in a great walkable neighborhood. This fully rehabbed home offers all new hardwood floors throughout. No expense was spared completing this beautiful kitchen including all stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The back door provides convenient access to a good-size private enclosed rear patio perfect for grilling or entertaining. Upstairs you will find the Master Bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom, a tastefully completed hall bath and a nice size second bedroom. The lower level has a full finished basement which could be used as a playroom, family room or home office. This...

Posted on 03/10/2020

2177 E Hagert Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 is now new to the market!

Don't miss this 2 bedroom, 2 full bath Town Home in a great walkable neighborhood. This fully rehabbed home offers all new hardwood floors throughout. No expense was spared completing this beautiful kitchen including all stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The back door provides convenient access to a good-size private enclosed rear patio perfect for grilling or entertaining. Upstairs you will find the Master Bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom, a tastefully completed hall bath and a nice size second bedroom. The lower level has a full finished basement which could be used as a playroom, family room or home office. This...