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MILLENIALS RETAKE TOP SPOT AS LARGEST GENERATION OF HOMEBUYERS

Urban Turf writes “Millennials are back on top as the largest generation of home buyers…” Read more >

LIKE THEIR GRANDFATHER AND FATHER BEFORE THEM, JOHN AND JEFF KNEW THEY WANTED TO BE IN REAL ESTATE

So what’s the key to their success? Find out in our “Developing Stories” series. Read more >

CENTER CITY STILL GROWING FASTER THAN THE CITY AS A WHOLE

According to the Center City District’s annual report, Center City’s population and housing construction have far outpaced the rest of the City. 2023 saw a record number of new homes in the area. Read more >

BURNED OUT FROM A CAREER IN THE TECH INDUSTRY, JIM TURNED TO REAL ESTATE IN THE LATE 2000s

Jim believes in managing his business to a “triple bottom line,” taking into account not just financial return, but social and environmental responsibility as well. Hear from Jim in our “Developing Stories” series. Read more >

KAREN HAS COME AT REAL ESTATE FROM ALMOST EVERY ANGLE

And she champions women in real estate offering education and consulting for real estate professions. Hear from Karen in our “Developing Stories” series. Read more >

“DC IS 92% OF WAY TOWARDS MEETING 2025 HOUSING PRODUCTION GOALS”

Urban Turf ran a great article this month. Read more >

THE MARKETS WITH THE MOST PENT UP DEMAND FOR 2024

Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Harrisburg-Carlisle are among the ten markets with the most pent-up housing demand in 2024. Read more >

THE PHILLY REGION IS ONE OF THE TOP 10 HOUSING MARKETS TO WATCH IN 2024

Let’s see what the experts have to say. Read more >

URBAN TURF POSTS A POSITIVE HOUSING MARKET OUTLOOK FOR 2024

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24 MILLION HOMES TO FIX AND FLIP

A recent study projects, “a wave of inventory could hit the housing market in the coming years as 24 million homes present an opportunity for fix and flip investors.” Read more >

105.9 THE X’S MARK MADDEN TALKS WITH OUR SENIOR VP, TERRY FISHER

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PHILLY REGION ONE OF TOP 10 HOUSING MARKETS TO WATCH

The National Association of Realtors ranked the Philly metro area in the top 10 markets for its potential for strong growth in home sales in 2024. Read more >

THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION FOR THE HOUSING MARKET IN 2024

Urban Turf’s got some predictions for 2024. Read more >

PHILADELPHIA HAS THE SMALLEST HOME LOTS OUT OF THE 50 LARGEST U.S. CITIES

And its home price per square foot has increased almost 50% over 5 years. Read more >

BALTIMORE SELECTED AS FEDERAL TECH HUB

The Baltimore Sun reports, “Baltimore selected as federal tech hub for artificial intelligence and biotechnology.” Let’s see how this impacts the Baltimore market. Read more >

AMID RISING PRICES, PITTSBURGH STILL ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE PLACES TO LIVE

The Pittsburgh Business Times ran a recent article, “As home prices rise, Pittsburgh still one of the most affordable places to live. Here are some key points. Read more >

PITTSBURGH MAKES TOP 10 IN U.S. NEWS LIST

”Pittsburgh ranks in top 10 on U.S. News list of the nation’s best places to retire.” Read more >

PHILLY IS THE BEST U.S. CITY TO VISIT IN 2024

According to Lonely Planet travel guide, “Philadelphia is the perfect blend of old school and modern metropolis,” Learn more about our thriving City. Read more >

DEFYING GRAVITY: NEW HOME SALES HIT HIGHEST LEVEL IN 18 MONTHS

Check out this positive housing market report from Urban Turf on the DC market. Read more >

“A VIBRANT CENTER CITY BENEFITS ALL PHILADELPHIANS…”

Philadelphia is leading most other large cities in bringing people back to Center City post-pandemic, creating optimism for the future. Read more >

AS A REAL ESTATE APPRAISER, JONATHAN IS CONSTANTLY ON THE GO FROM PROJECT TO PROJECT.

Hear from Jonathan in our “Developing Stories” series. Read more >

ASHLEY AND GREGORY’S STRATEGY REALLY BOILS DOWN TO DOING THEIR HOMEWORK

Doing extensive research to find the right project, for the right price, in a viable, emerging neighborhood. Hear from Ashley and Gregory in our “Developing Stories” series. Read more >

PITTSBURG, BALTIMORE, AND THE GROWING TECH INDUSTRY

Check out these great reports coming out about the viability and potential of these markets. Read more >

STUDY: PITTSBURGH NEAR TOP OF LIST FOR LEAST EXPENSIVE HOME PRICES IN THE US

The Pittsburgh Business Times just ran this article. Read more >

FORBES 50 OVER 50 2023: INVESTMENT

Andi Phillips, one of our board members, makes Forbes List of 50 Over 50 as Co-founder and Managing Partner of Maycomb Capital. Learn more about Andi and her impressive organization. Read more >

PITTSBURG RANKS AMONG TOP PLACES FOR FAMILIES IN U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT LIST

To determine the best place for families to live, U.S. News focused on three main categories of data from last year—affordability, quality of life and job market opportunities—and weighted them equally. Spring Garden Lending ranks Pittsburgh as a great real estate market; a great city to do business in! Read more >

HOMEOWNERS DON’T WANT TO SELL, SO THE MARKET FOR BRAND-NEW HOMES IS BOOMING

From the Wall Street Journal report. Read more >

MICHAEL, A NAVY ENGINEER FROM VIRGINIA, CHOSE BALTIMORE TO BUILD A CAREER IN REI…

Read more about Michael in our series, “Developing Stories.” >

AS SEEN IN THE PHILADELPHIA BUSINESS JOURNAL, “SPRING GARDEN UPS INVESTMENT CAPACITY TO $150M WITH FUNDRAISING”

Exciting news! We are thrilled to have this moment highlighted by Philadelphia Business Journal. This milestone means more amazing projects! Read more >

WE’RE PROUD TO SUPPORT THE ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN IN THE DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY—AND JESSICA WASHINGTON IS LOOKING TO DO THE SAME

Pretty Girls Love Real Estate’s most recent podcast features our Director of Business Development DC Market, Sarah Massey. The weekly podcast showcases stories of every day women of color breaking barriers and building wealth through real estate. Read more >

THE PHILLY REGION IS ONE OF OUR ONLY FOUR METROS WHERE BUYING A HOME IS CHEAPER THAN RENTING

Let’s take a look at the details. Read more >

HOUSING STARTS UP NEARLY 22% IN MAY, SIGNALING POSSIBLE RELIEF FOR BELEAGUERED DEVELOPERS

This article suggests a future with softening home prices and rental rates as more supplies hit the market. Read more >

PARLEZ-VOUS PHILADELPHIA? THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER REPORTS THAT PHILLY IS THE “FRENCHEST” AMERICAN CITY.

We got a Parkway modeled after the Champs-Elysees in Paris designed by two French architects, one of whom also designed the Ben Franklin Bridge and redesigned Rittenhouse Square. The Barnes and Rodin museums have abundant collections of French paintings and sculptures. And, we can’t forget General Lafayette’s critical role in the American Revolution. Read more >

ARE BIDDING WARS COMING BACK TO THE HOUSING MARKET?

Let’s see what the Business Journal has to say. Read more >

THE CENTER CITY DISTRICT’S 2023 REPORT ON HOUSING TRENDS DECLARES THAT “DOWNTOWN REBOUNDS”

Let’s take a look at some of the facts supporting this report. Read more >

WONDERING IF 2023 IS THE START OF THE NEW NORMAL?

The Washingtonian came out with a report on the current DC housing market. Read more >

RUPERT AND GWEN THINK BALTIMORE NEEDS MORE AFFORDABLE HOUSING…AND THEY INTEND TO BUILD IT!

One career just isn’t enough for some people! After taking real estate investment training in 2018, they jumped into the industry and have been thriving ever since. Read more >

IS PHILADELPHIA A SELLER’S OR A BUYER’S MARKET? GOOD QUESTION.

Good question. Let’s look at some of the support to answer that. Read more >

DC’S URBAN TURF RECENTLY WROTE “BABY BOOMERS PASS MILLENNIALS AS LARGEST GENERATION OF HOMEBUYERS”

Can that be right?! Let’s look at the details. Read more >

THE CENTER CITY DISTRICT RECENTLY COMPLETED A COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON HOUSING TRENDS

Here are the key points from the study. Read more >

CENTER CITY STAGES A COMEBACK

Philadelphia was highlighted in a recent Wall Street Journal article, “Downtown Philadelphia Stages a Comeback.” Exciting news for our City. Read more >

NICK IS GIVING HIS COMMUNITY MORE AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS

We highlight the inspiring work of one of our real estate developers, Nick, who’s taking on the challenge of revitalizing a neighborhood in Washington, D.C. Read more >

ERNST CREATED A FUND TO GIVE CAPITAL AND SUPPORT TO ASPIRING DEVELOPERS LIKE HIM

And he’s just getting started. Want to learn more about Ernst? Read more >

Our president Andy Rachlin discusses the benefits of small-scale real estate development.

Great benefits and at a cost that makes small-scale development more accessible for more people.

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