Happy Halloween Weekend from Philadelphia !
Both Stephanie and I have been so busy the last week or two we barely have had time for ourselves, let alone a holiday ! Halloween is such a festive and fun holiday we hope everyone took some time to enjoy it.
Earlier in Northern Liberties, while looking at a property, we experienced a fun and festive Halloween crowd ! It was great to be a part of it and see all of the smiles, the costumes and the families. The energy alone gave us inspiration to go out to dinner at Jones- one of our favorite, trendy spots in Center City / Old City.
The filet mignon was incredible and the service and ambiance was exquisite. We even came home in time to have not missed a pitch from game 3 of the World Series since it was delayed. As I am writing this, the game is just about to begin.
This is a reminder that no matter how busy you are, it is so important to take a moment and enjoy ! Smile ! Life is beautiful !!
Have you ever had a moment when suddenly you see yourself in perspective ?
Perhaps it happens when you peer down at the earth through the white fluffy clouds from your window seat during a flight. Maybe it was that time when the enormous steel freighter ship looked more like a plastic toy in the massiveness of the ocean. Or when you first held your newborn child and you became deeply humbled by the thought there must be a loving and intelligent designer with a plan for this precious new life.
For me, I had one of those moments when I took this photograph of Chris in our new Northern Liberties office. In life, the most impacting moments are often very personal realizations that create perspective.
When was your last moment when perspective was revealed to you ?
The Somers sell homes all over Philadelphia.
We've been quite busy the last few months with not only listing homes but getting our clients to the results they were looking for when they hired us - to get their property SOLD.
Here is a list of our most recent sales from August through October in Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Old Kensington, Port Richmond, Juniata and Bridesburg.
Enjoy the Slideshow of The Somers Team SOLD Homes
706 N Bodine Street - Listed in July and Sold
Discover more about Northern Liberties Life
1224 Crease Street
1608 E Hewson Street - Listed in July and Sold
2512 E Boston St
2546 Salmon Street
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1450 N Orkney St
1505 N Hancock
Discover more about Old Kensington Life
4020 M Street
2350 E Allegheny
2994 Tilton Street
Discover more about Port Richmond Life
4206 Richmond
~ Thank you ~
to all our clients who have entrusted us to represent them, market their homes and had confidence in us to guide them through the entire process - we are honored to have worked with all of you and hope you realize our committment to you continues well after the sale of your property!
************************************************************************************** If interested in buying or selling properties in Philadelphia, contact Chris and Stephanie Somers at thesomersteam@yahoo.com or 215-400-2612 . You can connect with us on Facebook and Twitter . For investment properties, check out our new investor site at Philly Investor Hub ! If interested in checking out our new office in Northern Liberties, let us know ! The Somers Team - Philadelphia Real Estate Search the MLS Properties Here in Philadelphia The Philadelphia Real Estate Blog Click here to receive our Blog updates via email ! Areas of specialty include Northern Liberties, Old City, Center City, Fishtown, Graduate Hospital, Art Museum, Queen Village, Pennsport, Old Kensington, Port Richmond, Bridesburg, Society Hill, Loft District, Spring Garden and more !
Northern Liberties Real Estate - Breathtaking City Views from our new RE/MAX office at the Piazza
When I was in our new office the other day monitoring the fit-out, I could not help but take a couple of photos of our view. I doubt neither myself nor any of the agents working at our office, nor the clients visiting, will ever tire of the views. The views and location are simply magnificent. If you are in the area and wish to check it out, email or call us.
The Piazza is an amazing place of people, shops and energy. We love it when the Phillies are on the wide-screen. We can watch the games from our balcony !
We are very excited about our RE/MAX office moving to Northern Liberties ! Our fit-out is moving fast ! It is awesome to live and work in the fabulous Northern Liberties neighborhood !
Philadelphia Real Estate - Spring Market in the Fall ?
In Philadelphia, the real estate market is typically the busiest in the spring year after year. This past spring, we were busy, but not super busy. However, now, in the fall, we are super busy ! Due to the first time homebuyer tax credit expiring November 30, 2009 combined with mortgage rates at historical 30 year lows, the recent activity in our Philadelphia market has been amazing !!
As a result, we apologize if our blog content has been just a tad behind in the last couple of weeks. You probably have 
noticed that the majority of it has been focused on new property listings in addition to properties that have been sold recently by The Somers Team . On top of that, we have been gearing up moving to our new Northern Liberties location ! The fit-out of the space is going very well. All of our furniture arrives mid-November so we have been quite busy planning the logistics of the office move as well.
Getting back to the market activity, it is is important to note that if you are a seller thinking about selling your property, the time is definitely now as there still are a couple of weeks for your property to sell to still settle prior to the November 30, 2009 deadline. And if you are a first time homebuyer on the fence, well then, the time is now for sure ! Hurry up though as many of the better properties are being scooped up !
This is an exciting time ! We can worry about the great debate whether or not the tax credit will be extended after it expires. More to come on that later. For now, we are too busy selling houses !
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Please visit our website at: www.thesomersteam.com to view more information about us, our listings and the thriving Philadelphia market.
About Us
Chris Somers
After working as a financial consultant with Oppenheimer for 7 years, and having also held positions with Deloitte and Touche and the Federal Government, Christopher Somers decided it was time to pursue a new challenge. He united forces with his wife Stephanie, a Philadelphia native, former Art Teacher turned business owner, to engage in a career in real estate. Focused on protecting their clients' wealth in every real estate transaction, the Somers have quickly gained recognition in their market segment.
Chris' education background and previous work experience have significantly contributed to his success as a Realtor. Clients benefit from his aggressive negotiating skills, extensive market knowledge, and financial expertise.
Featured on RE/MAX Times Online
Chris Somer's blog article entitled Plan Now to Jump Start Your 2009 Production can now be seen on the online edition of The RE/MAX Times. It is not too often that an Associate will receive a phone call from RE/MAX International congratulating for a well-written blog post and requesting approval to have it posted on their premier online publication.
Updated weekly, RE/MAX Times online edition provides all 100,000 Associates worldwide with the latest industry news, tips from top producers, coaching, business and marketing stories, and more. Chris' article provides very insightful tips for other Associates on how to achieve success in today's market, and explains why his blog has continuously generated interest and participation from the community. Whether you are a Buyer or Seller, you are encouraged to read the blog and participate in the discussions. You can also sign up to receive weekly email updates.
Stephanie Somers
Drive, enthusiasm and a very dynamic style of doing business are just a few of the words Stephanie's clients use to describe her. Before joining her husband Chris in their exciting Real Estate business, she studied and taught Arts in Center City, earned an advanced degree in natural health and nutrition, launched a business that rapidly grew from one location to various ones in Bucks and Montgomery counties, and took the challenge of expanding a private company's business overseas.
Stephanie's experience as an educator and a business entrepreneur, coupled with her organization skills and attention to detail, makes her a valuable asset to the business. She proudly wears as many hats as needed and keeps the entire team motivated to become top producing agents on a daily basis. A Realtor very seriously dedicated to the profession, Stephanie also acts as the teams manager, marketing assistant, help desk and business coach.
By knowing how to best leverage their strengths, and how to match their expertise with their client's objectives, Chris and Stephanie deliver a winning action plan.
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AWARDS:
2008 Awards
Chris Somers is now a member of the prestigious RE/MAX International Hall of Fame. The coveted Hall of Fame Award is only given to Associates with more than $35 million in closed sales volume in real estate transactions since joining RE/MAX. Less than three percent of all RE/MAX Associates worldwide earned this esteemed award this year. Once inducted, the Associate becomes a lifetime Hall of Fame member.
Top 20 Individual Sales Associates AwardMonthRank
This recognition is awarded to the Top Producing Real Estate Agents year-to-date in the RE/MAX Pennsylvania and Deleware Region.
September 2008 12th August 2008 16th July 2008 12th June 2008 15th May 2008 8th April 2008 7th March 2008 4th February 2008 14th January 2008 7thOther awards received in 2008 include:
Other awards received in 2007 include:
Philadelphia, Northern Liberties, Old City, Center City, Art Museum, Fishtown, Olde Kensington, Loft District, Pennsport, Port Richmond, Bridesburg, Northeast Philadelphia, Graduate Hospital, Society Hill, condos, condominiums, new construction.
We specialize in buyer and seller agency in Philadelphia. Getting a property sold in this market is much more challenging. However, our marketing and advertising strategy is always intensive and aggressive to accomplish the goals.
What it takes to get your house sold
Not too long ago, listing a home on the MLS, putting a lock box on the door knob, and sticking a For Sale sign on the front yard was all it used to take to get homes sold. Though the Philadelphia region is still doing fairly well in comparison to the rest of the country, currently there is a large inventory of houses for sale and the time on the market doubled over the last year. This is good news for buyers but not so good news for sellers who may still be convinced they can sell their properties just as fast as their neighbors did two years ago.
It takes a well-conceived marketing plan to get houses sold these days and this is exactly the approach we take with every client. It ultimately boils down to pricing it right, creating the maximum amount of exposure in the market through innovative marketing tactics, and making sure the house shows well. With so much to choose from, buyers are picky and almost always look for properties that are move-in ready. You can read more about getting your house ready for sale in our Resources section.
"I have bought and sold several properties over the years with Chris and Stephanie. The aspect that makes them outstanding is that they live and breathe real estate. They take the time to teach me and are an asset to helping me achieve my goals" Ken Lawall
"Chris and Stephanie's immediate follow-through sets them apart as real estate professionals" Steve Scuron
"The Somers provided attention to detail - both small and large. They allowed our buying process to go off without a hitch." Andres Gomez
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