Impossible or I'm Possible? You choose! One of the things I do is chair and manage an antiques fair for a local charity Surrey Services for Seniors in November, The Main Line Antiques Show, November 15 & 16 2014, this year to be held at Cabrini College in the Dixon Center. I have lots of connections having been an antiques dealer and know what both consumers and dealers are looking for and hoping to achieve with an antiques fair. The whole point for the local charity is they are trying to raise funds. Last year we raised just over $130,000. I largely work with a volunteer committee and to raise the funds we need the committee to reach out and make some advertising sales and obtain sponsorships. About this time of year, we are in our last push to reach our goal as we need to print the sh... 09/08/2014

Delaware County PA Real Estate - Houses Sold January 2014Delaware County is located in SE PA and borders on the State of Delaware, Philadelphia County, Chester County, Montgomery County and the Delaware River, with New Jersey just beyond. *Maximum sold price for a house was $2,550,000. *Minimum sold price for a house was $8,300.*Average amount of days on the market was 82. *269 residential houses sold in Delaware County in January 2014. Houses For Sale as of 2/9/2014: *Active Listings 2542 *Pending Listings 657 *Price Range $7,000 - $25,000,000 (Information from Trend MLS - Listings/Sales represented by various Brokerages/Agents) Please contact us if you would like more information or help with your real estate needs. Search For Delaware County Real Estate Delaware County PA Real Estate... 02/11/2014

Home Prices in Villanova PA for May 2013 Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line Realty Villanova Home Prices We have seen listing prices fluctuate over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline or remain flat in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  When... 05/08/2013

Home Prices in Villanova PA for April 2013 Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line Realty Villanova Home Prices We have seen listing prices fluctuate over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline or remain flat in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  Wh... 04/07/2013

Home Prices in Villanova PA for March 2013Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyVillanova Home PricesWe have seen listing prices fluctuate over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline or remain flat in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  When ... 03/14/2013

Home Prices in Villanova PA for February 2013Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyVillanova Home PricesWe have seen listing prices decline over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  When the market tur... 02/10/2013

Home Prices in Villanova PA for January 2013Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyVillanova Home PricesWe have seen listing prices decline over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  When the market turn... 01/13/2013

Home Prices in Villanova PA for November 2012Real estate market data for Villanova, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyVillanova Home PricesWe have seen listing prices decline over the last 11 months, as, we examine home prices in Villanova PA.  We expect prices to continue to decline in 2013, even though, the overall economy continues to improve.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time.  Most of Villanova’s housing stock is high priced and the high-end continues to be a “buyers market”. The best strategy is to pursue distressed sales such as foreclosures and short sales, as, market sellers can afford to turn down “low-ball” offers. The key for buyers is to work with agents that are experienced negotiators.  When the market tur... 12/14/2012

The Main Line Antiques Show kicks off this weekend on the 12th and 13th November at the Radnor Valley Country Club in Villanova with the opening night preview party tomorrow evening 11/11/11, hopefully an auspicious date. Last year, the opening night was a major success, I can be seen below with Presenting Sponsor Steve and Kathy Bajus at the Preview Party in the booth of Port N'Starboard one of our exhibitors who returned this year. We have had some great publicity with one of our dealers Sue Stone of Eve Stone Antiques on the 10 Show with some of her exhibits yesterday.  The show has a wonderful lecture series associated with it, the theme this year being the Mansions of the Main Line with three lectures over Saturday and Sunday. Admission of $12 to the show also allows access to the ... 11/10/2011

November 12 and 13 2011, put them in your diary right now and if you want to attend the opening night party then November 11. In it's sixth year this year's Main Line Antiques Show at the Radnor Valley Country Club on Sproul Road in Villanova is going to be spectacular. Many of the dealers from last year have returned, and the new additions have lifted the level of the show to new heights. If you have never been to an antique show then take time over the weekend of November 12th and 13th to stop by, there is a cafe and cash bar with plenty of seating for those who want to spend a little longer and catering is being provided by the Radnor Valley Country Club. More than 30 antique and art dealers from the East Coast and as far away as Maine and Chicago are attending bringing with them som... 10/17/2011

My Favorite Main Line Neighborhoods     My Favorite Main Line Neighborhoods   Trianon Tucked away on a cul de sac street in Villanova, these lovely French colonial style homes surrounding the manor home were designed after the manor house, Trianon, a facsimile of Marie Antoinette’s palace in Paris. Schools, transportation and shopping are just moments away creating the most convenient Main Line lifestyle. Beautiful, lush landscaping and unique layouts make this a highly desired development. These spacious homes with 3-6 bedrooms have from 2750 to over 4000 square feet of luxurious living. Here are some of the current homes for sale:     05/23/2011

Villanova Homes for Sale | Villanova Homes are a Great Value in Delaware County Real Estate Are you interested in purchasing Villanova Homes? Fill out my form to receive our Free Villanova Homes Report Fill out my Wufoo form! Villanova Homes for Sale | What you should know Villanova is a attractive community and is rapidly turning out to be one of the more popular places in America as more and more young families and people buy Villanova Homes. With a human population of roughly 9189 it gives you convenience which is associated with a greater population without having to be overwhelming, and is home to fantastic schools, expanding industry and amazing culture! There is a growing marketplace for Villanova homes for sale including a blooming luxurious condo real estate market with incredi... 02/15/2011

The Main Line Antiques Show 2010 raised a record amount of funds for the beneficiary Surrey Services for Seniors. As chair of the show I am in the picture above with Steve & Kathy Bajus, major sponsors at the preview party in the booth of Port 'n Starboard a new exhibitor for this year. In every way the show shone, with many new exhibitors, new visitors, a new location at Radnor Valley Country Club and great feedback from dealers and visitors alike. The layout of the booths throughout the country club set off the club and also allowed the antiques and art being displayed to stand out magnificently. We had a record number of visitors to the show this year, with the lecture series on Visiting the Main Line - Railroad Ties being a major success with standing room only at both events on th... 12/15/2010

Main Line Antiques Show 2010 a success with more dealers exhibitng than before, a new venue, increased numbers at the preview party and increased numbers over the weekend. Surrey Services for Seniors the beneficiary also did well raising over $100,000. Here are some photos of new exhibitors at this years show. Thurston Nichols booth in the Radnor Room Port 'n Starbnoard booth, both were new exhibitors this year.   Perry Joyce's booth another new exhibitor Eve Stone Antiques a bright addition to the show this year. Hanes & Ruskin laid out an attractive booth. Hope we see you next year at The Main Line Antiques Show 2011. 12/02/2010

March Madness begins in November as the NCAA Men's Basketball season gets underway.  A gem of Southeastern PA is the Villanova Wildcats, ranked #6 nationally.  Coached by Jay Wright, the Wildcats are always fun to watch!  This is Big East basketball at its best! Due to the popularity of the Wildcats, more games are being played at the Wells Fargo Center (previously called the Wachovia Center) in Philadelphia, but we still think the best place is at the Pavillion right on campus. ~Lisa                                                                           Contact Scott Loper, Associate Broker, Realtor®, RE/MAX Realty Group at 215-513-1333 for help buying or selling a home in Lansdale, Harleysville, Hatfield, Souderton, Skippack, Collegeville, North Wales and the surrounding areas of M... 11/17/2010

A gem of Southeastern PA is the Villanova Wildcats, ranked #6 nationally for NCAA Men's Basketball. Let's Go Nova!  ~Lisa (a proud Villanova alumni)   Contact Scott Loper, Associate Broker, Realtor®, RE/MAX Realty Group at 215-513-1333 for help buying or selling a home in Lansdale, Harleysville, Hatfield, Souderton, Skippack, Collegeville, North Wales and the surrounding areas of Montgomery and Bucks Counties of Pennsylvania. To Search for Homes For Sale in Montgomery County Click Here. Wordless Wednesday - March Madness Begins in November in Philadelphia, PA Copyright © 2010, The Scott Loper Team, All rights reserved.   11/17/2010

At last what you antiques lovers along the Main Line have been waiting for all year, the only antique show held in the heart of the Main Line, The Main Line Antiques Show to benefit Surrey Services for Seniors at the Radnor Valley Country Club will open on Saturday November 20th at 10.00 am and Sunday November 21st at 11.00 am. The show closes at 5.00 pm. The preview party is on Friday evening November 19th at 6.00 PM, tickets will be available at the door for $100 per person. Check the website for details www.MainLineAntiquesShow.com. We have thirty one leading dealers from Maine, Illinois, Connecticut, New York, Maryland to name a few of the state represented. This is well worth visiting for the range of merchandise that will be available. Also the theme Visiting the Main Line - Railr... 11/16/2010

The Main Line Antiques Show 2010 for all you lovers of antiques on and around the main line in Philadelphia is only 12 days away. This year it will be held at the Radnor Valley Country Club with 31 leading East Coast dealers, some who even exhibit at the prestigious Philadelphia Antiques Show exhibiting well over 5000 antiques and works of art between them. That is a lot of stuff to see! I visited the Delaware Antiques Show on Friday and saw some fantastic things, attractive furniture, some interesting objects, and great art; lots of selling was going on as well. So stop on by the Radnor Valley Country Club on November 20 and 21 in Villanova, right on Route 320 about 1 1/2 - 2 miles south from Lancaster Ave, and bring your wallet or checkbook. It is a wonderful setting and there will be... 11/08/2010

Traveling from the 69th Street Terminal to Norristown, the SEPTA Route 100 High Speed Line passes much of the Main Line. This is a brief overview of the Villanova PA SEPTA Station. This station is conveniently located just south of Lancaster Avenue across from the main section of the Villanova campus. It provides easy access by foot or automobile to much of the campus. The next stop to the east is the Stadium stop and is the preferred station for sporting events. The station also has parking available on both sides of the track and provides plenty of additional space for dropping off or picking up passengers. To the south of the tracks is a nice residential area of mostly single family homes. This is a very expensive area with the most expensive current listing in Delaware County locate... 07/20/2009

Allen Iverson has his 14,000 square foot house on the market for $3,999,000.00.  In 2003, Iverson paid $5 million for this home in Villanova, Pennsylvania.  The six-bedroom home is on four acres that include a pool house, stream and waterfall. The chateau-style home on Chateau Lane has four levels including a great room with floor-to-ceiling Palladian windows. The master suite has his and hers marble bathrooms, a coffee bar, media area and a veranda overlooking the grounds. There are four additional en-suite bedrooms and a separate guest quarters with a bedroom, living room and kitchenette. The entertainment level has a 12-seat movie theater, billiard room, and a lounge with a custom wood carved bar accommodating 200+ wine bottles.  If you're interested in purchasing this perfect little... 06/06/2009