Being a first time home buyer, the task of not only searching for a future home in an already…read morelimited + difficult market, but also finding the perfect person to guide you, advise you, understand your vision, represent + advocate for you can seem like a daunting task. If you are feeling this way, I implore you to pick up the phone or click on the connect link and reach out to Liz. After our very first call with Liz, my husband and I were relieved to know that our search had come to an end. We were greeted with such warmth, charisma, knowledge, professionalism, and most importantly confidence. After our call - we knew we had the right person by our side to navigate us through this market + get us to the finish line. Throughout our home buying journey Liz assisted us with: - Curating a refined MLS portal that my husband and I could easily interface with on a day-to-day basis to stay on top of the market + new listings. - Connecting us to the best network of professionals to assist with all of our home buying needs, ie. (mortgage brokers, inspectors, title companies, insurance professionals, etc.) the list goes on... - Getting us in to see homes as quickly as possible and almost always before they hit the open house market. - Providing her expertise during walk throughs/site visits and engaging us while educating us on what to look out for. - Brainstorming creative angles to work up the perfect offer and set us apart + ahead of other buyers flooding the market. - Keeping us on task, focused, informed of upcoming deadlines and always one step ahead of the game so that we never felt overwhelmed by the process. In just 2 short months we found our c.1700s dream Pennsylvania Stone Farmhouse + the rest is history. Without Liz, her team, and network of talented and dedicated professionals working around the clock; this would never have been possible. We were lucky to have crossed paths + have gained not only a lifelong realtor but also a friend in the process. Don't second guess this decision - you owe yourself the opportunity of a great home buying experience with someone by your side that you can truly trust, that advocates for you WITH or WITHOUT you in the room, and that truly cares. A big shoutout/thank you to Liz and her team!

Liz was a dream come true for us. We were looking into home buying for the first time and didn't…read moreknow much about the local are or the process. Liz patiently walked us through everything from the local market, to finding the right lenders, and even guided us through an offer we needed to make within hours of seeing a house. She's who you want on your team when you're figuring out what you need and how to get it in a market that's constantly changing. And she's not just great at understanding what buyers/sellers are thinking - she gave us detailed information about construction, helped us think through layouts, and just generally provided a deeper level of knowledge than other realtors we met. She was especially great at breaking down the differences between buying in the city vs suburbs and understanding the Mt Airy/Germantown area! Even better, she was a constant cheerleader for us! We knew Liz would tell us the truth about our expectations or focus on our needs rather than just closing on a property - she was excited for us and truly wanted to help us find a home we'd love. If you're looking for a home in Philly, Liz and her team are THE way to go - we never felt like we were anything but her top priority!

Delighted to share my second experience working with Rachel Shaw, a truly phenomenal realtor -- I…read morefirst worked with Rachel three years ago to buy my first house, and I chose to work with her again recently to list and sell a house. As was the case when I was on the market as a buyer, Rachel is easy to work with and very knowledgeable about the market and the neighborhood. I really appreciated that she was transparent about the how/why of her pricing recommendations and listing strategy (taking the time to talk through every detail if that's what I needed) and I trusted her completely. A few other 'perks' that I didn't realize to look for in a realtor but were invaluable in my house selling experience: - Rachel has been doing this a long time, and has incredible insight on what types of updates to consider/prioritize that will increase the value and interest in the house (which was very helpful for me because my house needed some major refreshing, but with a very tight budget) - she has a list of recommended trades persons for any work you need to hire for (and will even recommend different shades of white paint for that fresh coat that you may want to apply before listing!) - she is SO responsive! No waiting around for a reply when you have a question/concern/need... she gets back so quickly and manages to thoroughly address the question/concern/need in the simplest way. - she is approachable and easy to work with, and also really savvy and strategic on getting the best possible outcome for her client I loved working with Rachel, and highly recommend her and the Philly Home Girls team for your real estate needs! An all-around positive (and successful!! she got my house sold so quickly, and over asking!) experience!

Rachel Shaw was absolutely amazing to work with for the sale of my home in Philly, while I know…read morelove out of state. Easy communication, thorough and friendly throughout the entire process. Definitely recommend!

Helen and Rob not only have the patience of GODS, but their attention to detail, passion for their…read morework, and overall genuine desire to help their clients as best they can, is simply unparalleled. Ignore the solitary negative review. Dude is obviously a moron.

Never in my 54 years alive have I been approached by a realtor like @Helen Hoffman Kowalchik!…read more She moved our appointment multiple times, I was more then undstanding, even suggested we reschedule due to her emergency! She insisted no, she was at a open house in area, she be there. I got lost, was late, called and ask could u stand outside, I can't find u? I was greeted with aggressive attitude, said u can walk urself in, I said I don't know where I'm going, she said up the stairs! She claimed I YELLED at her, I do not raise my voice to anyone! She claimed she's the landlord. If she is, good luck, I wouldn't rent a rock from her !

TENANTS BEWARE -- OUR LIVED EXPERIENCE…read more We had major safety and health violations and the only time we saw any response from the landlord was after we paused rent payments. After weeks of daily calls and maintenance requests, that finally got someone out--though the repairs were minimal or nonexistent. It is absolutely the only way to get these slumlords to do anything. I truly cannot believe these people are not in prison as their behavior is criminal. We had a house full of broken windows, dishwasher, toilet, washer and dryer from day one. We had foot long (!!) rats crawling on our bed while we were sleeping in the first week. There was a ginormous hole that opened up in the roof from which water, mold, rats, snakes, and birds came though frequently. I can see they are advertising this as useable space. I am including a pic. I cannot understand why they would not want to protect the structural integrity of their building, even if they don't give a damn about their tenants. Our basement had standing water in it during our entire stay with water leaking from the ceilings in multiple rooms and paint bubbling off the walls. There were open holes to the outside everywhere and we watched many snakes slide across the floors. Our stove/oven did not work for over 6 months. Our heat never worked and it's cold in Philadelphia. The only way I could get a visit (in which little was done after weeks of calling every day) was to pause my rent until they had maintenance out. Despite reporting these issues repeatedly, maintenance was unresponsive for long periods (months!). If you're a current or former tenant of this landlord, you may not be alone. I have extensive documentation, including photos and messages. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect or compare notes on Foyle and Foyle's Rat Palaces. I also strongly encourage others to report unsafe or unhealthy housing conditions to: The Philadelphia Housing Authority The Better Business Bureau Local housing advocates or tenant unions No one should have to live like this.

would give negative stars if possible. A house has been listed for almost 6 months. Initially…read morelisted with visible poor conditions in the bathrooms and carpet/flooring/walls. Then they reposted saying new carpet was installed, however there are no photos of the 3rd bathroom, that was the most concerning in the original photos. We finally were able to schedule a tour which was confirmed with both my partner and I separately for Saturday at 11. We arrive a little before 11, and attempted to approach the property only to be met by multiple other people who were also told to be there at 11 for a showing but informed us that no one was there yet to show it. We then proceeded to wait 45 minutes and still no one showed up. We each emailed and called the only number, which was an office number to which on one of course answered on a weekend. We left voicemails and it is now two days later and we have still not received any follow up. I guess a good preview of what we are not missing out on. Piss poor communication.

Jennifer came highly recommended by a coworker and upon meeting her I immediately picked up on her…read morepassion and drive for the real estate business. She knew exactly what I was looking for in regards to first-time home buying. I was impressed with her knowledge! Not too mention, any questions were answered within a short time! She facilitated two-way dialogue with the selling agent and when it came time for inspection, quickly provided a list of repairs needed before closing. She even added minor repairs I missed!

I absolutely could not have sold my house without Jen! She helped get the best price very quickly,…read morewas steadily there through it all, and went far above and beyond the call of duty. She was also our agent when we bought and was very patient and knowledgeable. I couldn't recommend her more highly!

I don't write too many reviews. I've experienced a lot of 5-star service, but I just never "get…read morearound to it" when it comes to sharing a positive review. Well this time I'm actually following through, because Capri was/is a godsend. She came into our lives at a time when we were pretty hopeless about selling our Philly house. The only reason we tried again is because of Capri-magic. She calmed us, coached us and called us through the whole process. She never lied to us about our prospects, but also gave us enough hope to keep pressing forward. We ended up with an offer better than we could of imagined. Capri was probably happier than we were; that's how invested she was in making it work. Thank you Capri and team. Because of this miracle, my wife and I are in a better place to have a family.

I can't recommend Capri Dessecker and her team highly enough-they are truly the best. Capri is…read more*exceptionally* knowledgeable about the market, what to look for in houses and red flags to be aware of, and how to be strategic when it comes to making an offer and negotiating. She also truly wants the best for her clients-she took the time to really understand what we were looking for, is incredibly patient, and not only never pressured us but strongly encouraged us to look at homes that were the remotest of possibilities (I was worried about wasting her team's time but as she kept reminding me, the more properties we saw, the more informed we would be). She and Courtney are also so organized and helped us stay on track and on task for the whole laundry list of things that happen when you buy a house. They gave us a beautifully organized binder at settlement with all the docs we will ever need along with notes about what to do when (e.g., if you don't get a mortgage bill by this date, follow up, etc). Plus Capri is just really fun and kind and a joy to spend time with, and is clearly very invested in the Philadelphia community and supporting other local businesses. I know I'm gushing-and I never write effusive reviews-but honestly, that's how great they are!

We have had issues since day one with our new construction rental property with Ferraro Properties…read more First for about a week upon moving in our property had a dysfunctional central air system, leaving our apartment at about 100 degree's in the midst of a heat wave. The unit's brand-new microwave also did not work and was not replaced for about a month. To keep the list going the alarm system also did not work. Our frustrations continued with Ferraro Properties in the coming months as we experienced our doorknob falling out of our front door, leaking toilets, and water damage eroding the ceiling. Lets keep in mind this apartment was "new construction". We filed service requests with Ferraro Properties to correct these issues only to have the leaking toilet begin to spew water from the valve upon "repair". The water damage was only corrected on the roof of the property leaving the eroding ceiling unfixed to this day. The issues with the leaking toilet continued as it was "repaired" again only to have it start running this time with our water bill sky rocketing to 3 times it's normal amount. A third service request was made to fix the issue of sky-high water bills when we only use a normal amount of water. Nothing was done about this issue for 2-3 months while Ferraro Properties had us paying $200 water bills, but that isn't their problem. Finally when the property was checked for leaks only a temporary fix was made, leaving us with yet another service request to be filed on the same toilet when another issue came up. To add to the list of issues our doorbell, alarm system, and camera monitoring unit have been broken for several months with no action taken despite several requests. This is a major concern to me because a home intruder was shot inside of our neighbors home 2 doors down and ended up on our doorstep. The staff at Ferraro Properties are what many would call negligent and unresponsive to their tenants concerns. They do not respond to email, texts, and phone calls in a timely fashion. I would not choose Ferraro Properties in the future.

Working with Lisa was amazing! She answered all my questions and keep me up to date on everything…read more The whole process went faster and smoother than I could have imagined.

Lisa helped us sell and then buy a new home. She is a pleasure to work with and I would highly…read morerecommend her to anyone purchasing or selling a home.

It's true what they say- "Not all heroes wear capes." Scott…read moreis a SHINING example of "taking care of your client"! After performing my due diligence and wading through countless interviews to find the perfect realtor that fits my exact needs, the warmth, genuine approachability, along with his promptness to return communication is what helped choosing Scott to sell my home a win-win! Because of his amazing photos and description of my home, and his availability to prospective homebuyers, I received an offer immediately after Scott put my home of 18 years up for sale! He immediately set up highly organized lists, timelines, and various correspondence so that we could follow along together-all the way to the closing! Scott is the perfect person to assist you with any questions you may have-whether you contact him via chat, email or telephone conversation. His calm yet professional personality and prompt attention to your needs-sometimes even after hours-can ease your mind, knowing that your best interest is at the heart of his objectives! I will definitely keep Scott in mind for my real estate endeavors, and will continue to refer him to others as well! Thank you Scott, I wish you all the best!

Great to work with, helpful, responsive, professional and a great resource. Would recommend for all…read morerealtor needs!

Kim Rock always goes above and beyond expectations for her clients. Kim helped me buy and sell many…read moreproperties - investment and personal. She provides great value to her clients with her great knowledge and professionalism. If any obstacles did arise during the transaction process, she always handled it efficiently and kept us informed. Her dedication to her clients is unmatched; she is recognized as a premier realtor for this reason. She makes you feel as though you are her only client. She gives a 150% to her clients by providing stellar customer service. I can't say enough great things about Kim! I would trust no one else to handle my real estate needs! ~Lauren Conrad

Kim is simply outstanding! She is a true professional. We are working to sell a property that's…read morechallenging due to historical complications due to some of the property being taken by eminent domain but she fights through all the road blocks! She's earning her pay on this one without ever a complaint! Thank you Kim!