Realtor-Rick Cummings

09/02/2026

If living near Center City and the Schuylkill appeals to you, this proposal could add hundreds of new apartments with a pool, fitness center and rooftop terraces.

Center City West could gain another major residential tower. PMC Property Group is proposing a 31-story, 372-unit apartment building at 200-10 S. 24th St., near Walnut Street and the Schuylkill River. Plans call for studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments along with a pool, fitness center and privat...

09/01/2026

🏡 PRICE REDUCED — NOW $285,000! 🏡

🔥 NEW PRICE! Don’t miss your second chance to own this beautifully renovated home in Bridesburg!

📍 4634 James Street, Philadelphia, PA 19137

This move-in-ready home offers the space, updates, parking, and convenience you’ve been looking for!

✨ 3 Bedrooms
✨ Updated Kitchen
✨ Beautiful Hardwood Floors
✨ Detached 1-Car Garage
✨ Private Driveway — Parking for Up to 5 Cars!
✨ Updated Electrical & Plumbing
✨ Backyard with Vegetable Garden & Mature Cherry Tree
✨ Move-In Ready

💰 NEW PRICE: $285,000
⬇️ PRICE REDUCED BY $10,000!

Located just minutes from I-95, Center City, the Betsy Ross Bridge, shopping, restaurants, parks, and SEPTA.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, growing family, or looking for a home with plenty of parking, this one is worth seeing!

📲 Schedule your private showing today!

Rick Cummings
RE/MAX Select Group
📞 267-879-7434

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09/01/2026

Possession dates matter a lot more than most buyers realize, especially when move-in plans start shifting after closing day.

Sometimes buyers agree to let sellers remain in the home for a short period after closing, especially when timing gets complicated between moves. While it can seem like a reasonable compromise, these arrangements can create legal, insurance, and liability issues if expectations aren’t clearly spel...

08/30/2026

Townhouses can be a great middle ground when you want more space than a condo without the full responsibility of a detached home.

Townhouse living can offer a nice balance between affordability, space, and convenience. You may get multiple floors, extra storage, and less exterior maintenance than a detached home, which makes this property type appealing to many buyers. The tradeoffs usually come down to privacy, shared spaces,...

08/28/2026

If your rental still feels a little temporary, small DIY updates can make it feel more like home without taking on a major project.

Renting doesn’t mean you have to live with a space that feels unfinished or impersonal. This sponsored Realtor.com quiz offers simple, renter-friendly ideas for making a home feel more comfortable after a move, from easy style updates to practical organizing touches. It’s a light, useful share f...

08/26/2026

Trying to perfectly time mortgage rates is difficult, so focus on the payment, property, and terms that make sense for your own plans.

The summer housing market is slowing more than usual as the average 30-year mortgage rate reaches 6.66%, its highest level of 2026. Mortgage applications and pending sales have declined, showing how affordability pressures are holding some buyers back. There may be one benefit for those still search...

08/25/2026

When enrollment drops, empty schools can become a real challenge — but they can also open the door to much-needed housing.

As school enrollment falls in some communities, older buildings are being reimagined as apartments instead of sitting empty. It’s a practical example of adaptive reuse: keeping a familiar local structure while giving it a new purpose that fits today’s housing needs. These projects can be complic...

08/23/2026

A strong income state doesn’t always mean an easy budget, so rankings like this are best used as a starting point.

This ranking looks at states through a financial lens, including income, taxes, job opportunities, and cost of living. It’s useful relocation context because building wealth isn’t only about earning more — it’s also about what housing, taxes, and everyday expenses leave in your budget. Lists...

08/22/2026

🏡🎉 JUST SOLD! 🎉🏡

Congratulations to my sellers on the successful sale of 6646 Hegerman Street, Philadelphia! 🔑

💰 SOLD FOR $220,000!

I’m grateful to my clients for trusting me to guide them through the process and get the job done. Every sale is different, and having the right strategy, marketing, and negotiation can make all the difference.

Thinking about selling your home? Let’s talk about your goals and what your home could be worth in today’s market.

📲 Rick Cummings, REALTOR®
RE/MAX Select Group

Another successful sale! Another happy client! ❤️🏠

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08/21/2026

If you own a condo and are thinking about selling, changes to your building's insurance costs can have a bigger impact than many people realize.

Insurance has become a growing concern for many condo owners, especially in buildings facing higher premiums and increasing monthly costs. This article looks at why delaying a sale may not always be the most cost-effective choice when ownership expenses continue to rise. If you own a condo or are co...