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Refresh Your Home for Fall

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The dog days of summer are behind us and fall is finally here! The crunchy leaves, the sweet smell of cinnamon, and all of our favorite coffee shops rolling out their festive treats. Now that the temperatures are cooling off and our daylight hours are shortening, it is time to make our home a cozy and comfortable place to spend our free time. Making a few small changes can instantly add warmth to your space, and create a more inviting environment for you and your family. 

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Q2 2021 Housing Market Status

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The housing market is always evolving, which is why it is so important to work with an expert when it comes to buying and selling your home. Over the last 18 months, we have seen home values skyrocket, buyer demand increase, and mortgage rates drop to historic lows. We understand that the real estate market as a whole is always changing, but also that it varies not just state to state, but even between cities. Every member of the Dee Greene Hill Team is an expert in their area and is monitoring the trends as they come along. With our extensive knowledge, we are able to steer our clients in the right direction based on the current state of the market at that time and in that area. 

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Get Out and Enjoy the Sunshine!

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Looking for a new family-friendly activity this summer? Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs offer so many opportunities to get out of the house and have some fun! While the Philadelphia Zoo and Art Museum are city staples, there are some other, lesser-known attractions in the area just waiting to be explored. So pack up the family, and get ready to have some fun! 

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Upgrade Your Outdoor Entertaining Space

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Now that summer is here, it’s time to utilize your outdoor space! Small and inexpensive elements from accent cushions and table linens to potted plants and herbaceous borders can transform any backyard into your own personal oasis. Here’s how to get the most out of your backyard.

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The Best Restaurants in Your Neighborhood

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Philadelphia’s food scene is so much more than cheesesteaks and soft pretzels. The city and surrounding suburbs have an eclectic mix of culinary cuisines ranging from vegan fare to Italian BYOBs, and everything in between. Not only are the restaurants a tourist attraction in and of itself, but the world-class craft breweries and distilleries draw crowds by the thousands to test their unique concoctions.   [Read more…] about The Best Restaurants in Your Neighborhood

4 Tips for Adding Spring Flowers to a Modern Space

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As the earth awakens each spring, it’s hard to resist rounding up nature’s loveliness in bunches and bouquets. From multicolored rows of tulips to pale pink cherry blossoms overhead, spring flowers are a beautiful reminder of the season.

While images of intricate arrangements make their way around the Internet, those with more modern sensibilities may be at a loss. Don’t fret! Spring flowers needn’t be busy or ornate. Try these tips to create arrangements perfect for the modern or minimalist home.

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Interior Inspiration From One of Philly’s Coolest Hotels

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Though one of the country’s oldest cities, Philly has become a mecca for modern design. In fact, it was Dwell Magazine that led me to this latest design inspiration — Lokal Fishtown. Lokal is a boutique hotel chain offering innovative experiences and uncommon interiors. For their new Fishtown location, Lokal enlisted design firm True Hand Society to transform 6 apartment-style rooms (aptly named “Jawns”) into modern getaways with a distinctly Philly vibe.

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Joanna Gaines’ Home Collection for Anthropologie

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Joanna Gaines' Home Collection for Anthropologie

Fans of HGTV’s Fixer Upper, rejoice! Now you too can experience Joanna Gaines’ laidback, family-friendly style in your own space. She recently launched a home collection in collaboration with lifestyle brand Anthropologie. In keeping with the brand’s aesthetic, the overall vibe leans boho. But even this modern-lover found a few favorites (The chunky Camille rug would be a dream underfoot).

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This Rowhome Kitchen Maximizes Space and Style

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A gray kitchen with brass accents

When planning their newly constructed townhouse, these Baltimore homeowners envisioned a stylish kitchen infused with character — not cookie-cutter finishes. They achieved their dreams with the help of designer Bria Hammel. Bria mixed gray cabinetry, satin-brass hardware, and Nuvolato marble to create a glamorous kitchen perfect for entertaining. At 225 square feet, it makes use of every inch with separate zones for cooking and mingling and storage up to the ceiling.

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5 Things Every First-Time Home Buyer Needs to Know

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First-time home buyer

Here’s what every first-time home buyer needs to know to dive into house hunting with confidence—and with as few curveballs as possible. Whether it’s getting a mortgage, choosing a real estate agent, shopping for a home, or making a down payment, we lay out the must-knows of buying for the first time.

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