What Happens at the Closing Table And Everything That Leads Up to It Summer is officially here, and with it comes a wave of closings. The contracts written during the busy spring market are now crossing the finish line, and buyers and sellers across the region are sitting down to make it official. A

Your Home Is More Than a Place to Live, It Is Part of Your Legacy Last October, I lost my father. In the months since, I have been helping my mom work through everything that comes next, and more than once, the house has been at the center of those conversations. I have also seen the same thing come

What's Inside This Month • Thinking About Selling? — Not every update helps your bottom line. Learn what's actually worth doing before you list.• Greater Philadelphia Market Update — Spring momentum is building across all four counties. See the latest numbers.• Mortgage Rate Update — Rates are down

What's Inside This Month • Your Home Is Part of Your Legacy — Your home is likely your largest asset. Here's what every homeowner should know about deeds, titles, and making sure your real estate ends up exactly where you intend.• Greater Philadelphia Market Update — Spring activity is strong across

What's Inside This Month • Introducing The Gellman Team — Same heart, more support. Learn what this exciting transition means for you.• Greater Philadelphia Market Update — Spring optimism is building. See what's happening in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks, and Delaware Counties.• Mortgage Rate Upd

City vs. Suburbs – Part 2: The Financial Side of Putting Down Roots It’s been a cold start to the year here in Philly, and after our biggest snowfall in years, I know many of us are already counting down the days until spring! In the meantime, I’m excited to share this month’s newsletter, which cove

City vs. Suburbs: A Philly Family Conversation It’s been a cold start to the year here in Philly, and after our biggest snowfall in years, I know many of us are already counting down the days until spring! In the meantime, I’m excited to share this month’s newsletter, which covers a few key topics t

Reflections on 2025: Challenges, Wins, and the People Behind Them As we come to the end of 2025, I’ve found myself doing a lot of reflecting — not just on the market, but on the people and stories that made this year so meaningful. It was another year defined by tight inventory, cautious buyers, str

DSCR Loans, Non-Conforming Properties & Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Market Update I hope you’re easing into the holiday season and enjoying the cooler weather. In this month’s update, I’m breaking down DSCR loans and what investors need to know about non-conforming properties — two topics that

Buy now or Wait for Rate Drops?Greater Philadelphia Housing Update – Phillie Playoffs and Free Photoshoot! I hope you’re enjoying the start of fall — it’s always a busy but exciting season. In this month’s update, I’m sharing some timely insights on whether it makes more sense to buy now or wait for

Why Invest in the Fall – Philly Market Updates – Free Photoshoot! I hope you’ve been enjoying the end of summer and soaking up the sunshine while it lasts! This month’s update is packed with fall investment tips, a quick pulse on the Philly market, and details on my upcoming free professional photo

Gellman Real Estate News Buy or Sell First? - Free Phillies Tickets!  I hope you're having a great summer so far. This month’s update includes a look at the current real estate market and highlights from recent listings and sales. You'll also find details on free Phillies tickets, this year’s Eagles

Making Contingencies Work For You - Philly Market Shifts - Phillies Game and Summer Fun   Summer is in full swing, and there’s a lot to catch you up on — from the latest market shifts in Philly and the surrounding suburbs, to how contingencies are shaping the way deals get done. I’ve also got some e

Why Homes Don’t Sell – Housing Market Update – Free Photos (7-9) – Hershey Park (7-20) – Phillies (8-18) When a Home Doesn’t Sell Right Away—Here’s What to Do Even in today’s market, not every home sells the first time around—and that’s okay. In fact, it just happened to me twice in the last two wee

Using Your Home Equity - Housing Market Updates- Free Photoshoot June 9th - Hershey Park June 20th - Phillies Game Aug 18th   Summer is almost here, and the spring market is buzzing with activity! I’ve got some great updates this month — both for buyers and sellers — plus a few fun events coming you

What is an appraisal, and why does it matter? An appraisal is a professional evaluation of a property’s value, usually ordered by the lender during the mortgage process. The lender uses the appraisal to determine how much they’re willing to lend.If the appraised value comes in lower than the agreed-

Happy New Year! As we head into the spring market, both buyers and sellers face the challenge of elevated mortgage rates, with the current 30-year fixed rate averaging 6.87%—its lowest since December but still historically high. Sellers may need to price competitively and enhance their home’s appeal

A little about me Happy New Year! Most of you have been receiving my emails for a while, but I’ve never formally introduced myself, especially to those I haven’t had the pleasure of working with yet. I’m Brad, a real estate agent with a background as a professional photographer for nearly 20 years.

The Importance of a Home Inspection When Buying a Home In recent years, some buyers have been tempted to waive home inspections to make their offers more competitive or to ease the seller’s stress during a sale. While it might seem like a strategic move, I always advise my clients against waiving an

Get a Home Inspection, Philly and the suburban markets and Thanksgiving November 2024 Edition The Importance of a Home Inspection When Buying a Home?In recent years, some buyers have been tempted to waive home inspections to make their offers more competitive or to ease the seller’s stress during a

What is a Seller’s Assist?, Philly and the suburban markets and updated Eagles schedule! What is a Seller’s Assist and How Can It Help You Buy a Home? A lot of you have been asking about how to buy a home if you can afford the monthly payments but are finding the down payment a bit challenging. This

Free Family Photoshoot, Buyers Agent’s Compensation Part 2 and The Fall Market! Important Updates for Home Buyers: Changes in NAR Rules Last month, I shared some significant changes in the real estate industry, particularly focusing on how buyer’s agents are compensated. The National Association of

Important Updates for Home Buyers: Changes in NAR Rules Last month, I shared some significant changes in the real estate industry, particularly focusing on how buyer’s agents are compensated. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has introduced new guidelines aimed at increasing flexibility and

Hershey Park, Buyers Agent’s Compensation and Getting ready for the fall! August 2024 Edition I’m sure a lot of you have heard that some major changes are being made in the real estate industry. Mostly, some important changes to how buyer’s agents are compensated, which directly impact both sellers

Why a Seller's Disclosure is a Big Deal for Buyers and Sellers in Pennsylvania When it comes to buying or selling a home, being upfront and honest is important. That’s where the seller’s disclosure comes into play. In Pennsylvania, this document isn’t just nice-to have it's a must-have. Here’s why i

Why Summer is the Best Time to Start Looking to Buy a Home in Philadelphia and the Suburbs Summer can be an ideal time to start your home-buying journey in the Philadelphia and suburban area for several compelling reasons.Firstly, most people looking to buy a home do so in the spring. As summer roll

Why Now is the Best Time to Renovate Your Home   Summer officially starts on June 20th, but for most of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning. Kids are gearing up for summer adventures, and typically, the real estate market in the Philadelphia area starts to slow down. However, thi

Why Now is the Best Time to Renovate Your Home Summer officially starts on June 20th, but for most of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning. Kids are gearing up for summer adventures, and typically, the real estate market in the Philadelphia area starts to slow down. However, this

What is PMI and how do I get rid of it?! I’m so happy that the days are longer and the weather is getting warmer. The spring market is heating up, and I’ve already put 6 people under contract this month for new homes. Interest rates are still hovering around the same 7%, but if you’re looking to inv

What does it mean to “Recast” your Mortgage? A mortgage recast is when you make a lump-sum payment toward the principal balance of your loan so you can lower your monthly paymentI hope everyone had a wonderful March and getting excited for the spring! Now that we are emerging from our hibernation, t

What to Know About Down Payment Gifts I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine’s Day! Since the spring market is about to start and people are getting ready to start buying homes again, I want to talk about different ways to help with the costs of financing a house. This month, we’re focusing on “G