We are looking forward to showing you the advantages of the Delaware Valley & helping you locate your New Home. On this website you will find information to help you acclimate to the joys of living in our area. We are committed to making your move here as effortless & joyful as possible. Important Pennsylvania Tax Information  | • | Pennsylvania State Income Tax = 3.07% on earned & unearned income | | • | Philadelphia City Wage Tax = 3.93% on wages of residents, 3.5% on wages of non residents | | • | Philadelphia Net Profits Tax = 3.93% on business income of residents, 3.5% on business income of non residents | | • | Philadelphia Business Privilege Tax = .001415 of gross receipts, 6.45% on net income | | • | Philadelphia School Income Tax = 3.93% on unearned income | | • | Townships and Boroughs Wage Taxes = Various wage taxes may apply | | • | Philadelphia Real Estate Property Millage = 82.64 mills on assessed value of Real Estate | | • | Townships and Boroughs Real Estate Millage = Various | | • | Real Estate Transfer Taxes = Pennsylvania 1% of sale price, Philadelphia 3% of sale price, Townships & Boroughs 1% to 2% of sale price | | • | Pennsylvania Sales and Use Tax = 6% on non-necessities | | • | Philadelphia Sales and Use Tax = 7% on non-necessities | | • | Pennsylvania Capital Gains Tax = All gain excluded on sale of principle residence, if conditions are met |
 *** This information, as of April 2009, is to be used only as a guide and must be verified by an accountant. Request Our Free Relocation Package. Don't Move To Our Area Without It! Moving your family to another town or state is a major event in your life! We have helped many families and individuals relocate to and from our area. If you will be moving to our area, we can correspond by email and phone. Together, we'll determine what type of home, price range, and neighborhoods you are interested in. We'll send you every home or property that is currently available that matches your criteria. When you visit, we'll be ready! We will visit the neighborhoods and homes that interest you the most. In addition, we can talk about schools, sub-divisions, local market conditions, local culture... anything that is important to you. Remember: As a top REALTORŽ team, it's our job to know this area inside and out, and we want to make your transition as smooth as possible. Are you new to the area? Request our FREE package of relocation information. It's our job to help! There's no obligation, and we promise to respond quickly...
Remodeling and Renovations >Show And Sell
Real estate agents are often asked "What is the best way to show and sell a home?" Almost every agent can tell you a story about meeting with a prospective seller who has just completed a lot of work to prepare their home for the market. It can be difficult for a real estate agent to tell the seller that their renovations were not the best changes to effectively market their home.
If you are considering making any improvements prior to selling your home, the best advice is to consult with your agent before you make any changes. An experienced real estate agent can provide you with information that can help you decide what kind of improvements will set the stage for a sale. Whether it is paint and wallpaper, remodeling the bathrooms, or updating the kitchen, your real estate agent can guide you toward "neutral" choices which can assist the buyer's imagination.
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From 1974 to 1996, what was the world's tallest habitable building?
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The Sears Towers, headquarters for Sears, Roebuck & Co., with 110 stories and 1,454 feet high. |
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