Bucks County Realtor® Adds Shipping Container Addition to House

Derek John, a member of the Bucks County Association of Realtors®, recently added a shipping container addition to his existing home and shares the challenges and benefits of doing so.  “It’s called a ‘non-hazardous material’ container,” John explains, meaning the container has never been used to st

What’s Pennsylvania’s Most Common Homeowners’ Insurance Issue?

When it comes to homeowners’ insurance, what issue do Realtors® in Pennsylvania see the most?  “Roofs!” says Todd Van Horn, a member of the Realtors® Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh.   “Roofs,” seconds Barbara Bolls, another member of RAMP. “A common issue I see is roofs 15 years or older bei

4 Philly Suburbs Make the Best Places to Live

Four Philadelphia suburbs made it to Niche’s list of 2026 Best Places to Live in America, based on factors like crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities and local amenities.  “The continued recognition of communities like Ardmore, Devon, Penn Wynne and Chesterbrook reflects what so m

Pittsburgh Named Third Best City for Young Couples

The key pillars analyzed for each city included:  Community and relationship environment  Financial stability and affordability  Space and housing comfort  Work-life balance  Lifestyle and date-night amenities  Safety and environmental quality  The analysis revealed that cohabitating couples compris