10 STEPS TO GETTING IT SOLD!

October 15, 2019 By Meredith Styer

The process can seem daunting, but rest assured that getting organized and working with the right agent will make all the difference in the world!

1. FIND AN AGENT
Most sellers call an agent when they think they are ready to sell, and truth-be-told, you should contact an agent months before you are considering listing your home. The right agent will be an excellent resource as you prep and stage your home to sell and will be able to give you direction on must-do repairs verses nice-to-do staging tips. Our goal at Styer Real Estate is to save you time and money before you even try to sell! You work very closely with your REALTOR, and we all know communication is the key to a great relationship, so make sure your agent is someone that not only knows your market but is someone you like to talk to!

2. PROPERLY PRICE YOUR HOME
A seller’s greatest mistake is often overpricing the home. Many factors go into the valuation of a property, including the market volatility, quality of construction, cosmetic upgrades, lot size, location, etc… Things that you may see as valuable may have no true monetary value according to an appraiser. Keep your price in line with recently sold homes that have a similar condition and style to your own. A Styer Real Estate agent can provide a free comparative market analysis report that is similar to an appraisal that will help to identify current market value. This is a crucial time to lean on the local expertise of your REALTOR.

3. STAGING YOUR HOME
There is so much more to think about than just painting and organizing! You must determine how much energy, time and resources you want to invest in the sale of the home, and allow your agent to help you prioritize your efforts. How much you want to do will ultimately be a determining factor in the pricing of your home and how quickly it will sell, so it is important to discuss all available options. Click here for a comprehensive guide to prepping and staging your home. Styer Real Estate agents can offer professional stagers that can assist you in using your own furniture and decor to maximize impact. Remember, you only get one chance — and sometimes only 3 seconds or so — to make a great first impression, so make it count!

4. SHOULD I DO PRE-INSPECTIONS?
The question really should be, “do I like surprises”. Hiring professional inspectors for pre-listing home, septic, pest, and stucco inspections can serve many purposes but is certainly not required. Often times it can eliminate uncertainty down the line and can save both you and the buyer money. Your Styer Real Estate agent can suggest which pre-inspections might be right for your property and situation.

5. MARKETING YOUR HOME
Once your home is prepped and ready it is time to get it out to the masses. At Styer Real Estate we pride ourselves on our ability to individually market your home and help buyers see the unique and special qualities that make your home one of a kind. The difference is in the details when it comes to sharing your home with the world. From professional photography, to open houses, social media and grass roots marketing, you can relax as our agents focus on meaningful marketing that gets results.

6. SHOWING YOUR HOME
Once the word is out, it’s time to welcome the buyers with open arms. Buyer’s tour your home with their agent and without you there, so it is important to make sure that your home can speak for you. Your REALTOR will have flyers and marketing materials available, and it is always nice to have the lights on and the home ready to welcome guests. Buyers will deliver feedback through their agents, usually within a day of touring, and it is crucial, but not always easy, to listen to what they have to say. A buyer’s perception is valuable and can help in tweaking price, marketing campaigns, or how the home is shown!

7. OFFERS AND NEGOTIATIONS
This is often the most stressful part as emotions for both parties often run high. Your agent will be there to help you ask the right questions and fight for the best terms for you. Be prepared to receive multiple offers if your home is priced right and the market is hot. Don’t ignore any offers, even if you receive an insulting lowball offer. Negotiate by making a counteroffer with the guidance of your Styer Real Estate agent.

8. THE WAIT
Once your home is under contract, the buyer has a due diligence period to investigate the home to determine if your property is really “the one”. During this time period, the buyer will perform agreed upon inspections, make a mortgage application, and research the title of the property, while the lender for the buyer will send out an appraiser to determine if the contract price is supported by recent local sales. You will negotiate repairs during this time as well.

9. FINAL STEPS
Inspections have been completed, appraisal received, and the buyers’ contingencies have been satisfied, so now it’s time to kick the packing into high gear! You will make final arrangements for moving, transferring utilities, and closing down this chapter of your life.

10. SOLD!
The buyer chooses where settlement takes place. On that day, your home should be fully empty and clean. The buyers and their agent will perform a pre-settlement walk-through to ensure that the property has remained in the same condition as it was when they submitted the offer, that any items agreed to be left behind are present, that any agreed-upon repairs have been completed, and that all of your items are out of the house! You will hand over keys at settlement and move on to your next life adventure! Congratulations!

What we do for you

October 14, 2019 By Meredith Styer

1. Price the Home Correctly
Pricing a home properly is bar none the most important thing we do as Realtors. Our agents avoid giving in to the desire to say what will make you happy just to attract business, so we take the time to price each home using all available resources and our understanding of the market. Your Styer Real Estate agent will confidently evaluate the recently sold properties in your area and provide you with a market analysis so that you can discuss all of your pricing and marketing options.

2. Aggressively Market the Property
Marketing is certainly our forte! Because the majority of buyers find your home on the internet, it is imperative to make your listing shine brighter than the rest, so we make sure we have articulate property descriptions, professional photography, and thoroughly completed property information. We don’t just use the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) to market your property; we have a very user-friendly website that draws traffic and showcases our properties for sale, and we utilize social media like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other platforms, as well as print marketing to spread the word. We have an on-staff graphic designer to ensure our agents’ marketing materials are top-notch and tailored to your particular property, from fixer-uppers to equestrian estates and everything in between.

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3. Communicate Properly.
As a seller, you deserve to have honest and consistent communication with your agent. We regularly update our clients with unedited feedback from showings, new listings and recently sold comparables in the area, and anything else that is of value. Styer Real Estate agents will find out what avenue of communication works best for you and will tailor their process to your unique needs. You work with your hired agent from the beginning of the sale until closing, meaning, your agent has a clear picture of the entire transaction and you will never get “passed off” to a third party coordinator.

4. Make Sure the Buyer is Qualified.
Anybody can say they are interested in buying a house, but not everyone can get pre-approved for a home loan. We make sure that buyers are pre-approved, not just pre-qualified, and there is a big difference. Pre-qualification does not include an analysis of the buyer’s credit report, verify income, or employment, which are key factors in obtaining a mortgage. We also regularly communicate with the buyer’s lender throughout the process so that we can stay on top of deadlines and get ahead of any potential challenges.

5. Negotiate the Best Terms.
We go out of our way to fight hard for the best terms and conditions for our clients. This, after all, is what we are paid to do. Everything in a real estate contract is negotiable, and working to keep our clients safe and get them what they deserve is always our goal. We implement strategies to get ahead of the game so that we can avoid stressful or lengthy negotiations. We have a plethora of resources that we utilize to ensure we are getting accurate information in order to make the best decisions. We are committed to seeing your home sale through from start to finish, and when you hire an agent who isn’t just focused on the next deal, you will get much better advice and a more trustworthy advocate.

6. Attend the Home Appraisal.
Most buyers are going to have a mortgage, and therefore, a lender required appraisal to determine if the contract price on your home is an acceptable value. We make every reasonable effort to attend the home appraisal so we can answer the questions the appraiser has and make sure they understand the facts about the home. Appraisers may need feedback from someone who knows the house and neighborhood to really do their job, and we are there to help clarify any confusion and fight for the value of your home.

7. Finalize Loose Ends for Closing.
Selling a house involves a lot of behind the scenes work, and there are plenty of items that require attention. The less work you must do in this process, the better! Selling a home can be very stressful, but when you have a top-shelf agent in your corner who is taking care of the little details, the burden can be eased tremendously, allowing you to focus on your future! This is a quote from a recent client that just about sums it up… “I really just felt like we didn’t have to think a whole lot. We were escorted through the entire process.”

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Do you own a unique and distinctive home? Our “Homes of Distinction” branding might be right for you, focused on the particular marketing needs of one-of-a-kind properties. Marketing distinctive homes require exceptional knowledge and resources, and our local agents specialize in conveying a compelling lifestyle message that will successfully sell your home to the right buyer. With top producers at the helm, Styer Real Estate is dedicated to providing our clients with the most unrivaled professional brokerage services available in our local marketplace. Your customized marketing plan can include enhanced photography & videography, unique and professionally designed and produced marketing materials, curated & catered brokers’ open house events, and listing agent accompanied showings to ensure that all legitimate buyers and their agents are guided through your property without missing a detail.

12 Steps to Homeownership

May 2, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Styer Real Estate agents take pride in patiently guiding our clients through each step of the buying process. For most of us, a home is the most expensive thing we’ll ever buy, and the process can be long and complicated, so it is of the utmost importance to have a trusted local REALTORⓇ to guide you through the process.

1. Hire the Best REALTORⓇ You Can Find
Styer Real Estate agents take pride in patiently guiding our clients through each step of the buying process. We know that this is one of the biggest purchases most people make in their lifetime, and we don’t take our responsibilities lightly. We can provide you with meaningful resources and contacts, like mortgage lenders, insurance companies, credit repair programs, inspection companies, contractors, and local housing authorities. Our knowledge of the home buying process, legal contracts, negotiating skills, and familiarity with the area you want to live in are extremely valuable. And best of all, it doesn’t cost you anything to use a REALTORⓇ – they’re compensated from the commission paid by the seller of the house. Click here to find an agent ready to serve you!

2. Meet with a local mortgage lender
Before you start looking for a home, you will need to know how much you can actually spend, and the best way to do that is to get prequalified for a mortgage by providing a lender with general income and debt information. To get pre-approved for a mortgage, you will need to provide more in depth financials including W-2 statements, paycheck stubs, bank account statements, etc. Your credit will be one of the key factors in your approval, and it will help determine your interest rate and possibly the loan terms, so check your credit report BEFORE you begin the homebuying process and review for accuracy! We have a lender in our office that is here to assist you with any questions you may have.

3. How much money do you have, and how much do you want to spend?
In addition to saving for a down payment, you’ll need to budget for the money required to close your mortgage, which can be significant. Closing costs generally run between 5% and 6% of your loan amount. You can shop around and compare prices for certain closing expenses, such as homeowners insurance, home inspections, and title searches. Once you’ve saved for your down payment and budgeted for closing costs, you should also set aside a buffer to pay for items like furnishings, appliances, fixtures, paint, and any mechanical improvements that may come up in the first couple of years. There are lots of mortgage options out there, each with its own combination of pros and cons:

*Conventional mortgages conform to standards set by the government-sponsored entities Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and require as little as 3% down.
*FHA loans are insured by the Federal Housing Administration and permit down payments as low as 3.5%.
*VA loans are guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs and sometimes require no down payment at all.
*USDA loans are guaranteed by the Department of Agriculture and require no down payment at all.

Use the loan our calculator to see what your monthly payments could look like.

4. Get educated on the areas you are interested
Before you start looking for a home, you should study the areas you are interested in by reviewing maps, touring neighborhoods, researching schools, and determining the proximity to work. Look at local safety and crime statistics. Map the nearest hospital, pharmacy, grocery store, and other amenities you’ll use. Drive through the neighborhood on various days and at different times to check out traffic, noise, and activity levels. The desirability and resale value of your home-to-be depend more on location than any other single factor. Your Styer Real Estate agent can help with research on home sales in the area, current housing inventory, and what the market trends are, but it is up to you to decide where you want to be. Below are some links to websites that can help!

• Neighborhood Scout
• School Digger
• Niche
• Great Schools

5. Know What You’re Shopping For
Once you know where you want to be, it’s time to find out what is most important to you. List the features that you want in a home before you start shopping, and share this list with your Styer Real Estate agent. Look for homes that meet your needs first, and fulfill your desires second. Shop only for homes in your price point, but if you plan to start or expand your family in the near future, it may be more cost effective and preferable to buy a larger home now that you can grow into. Consider your future needs and wants and whether the home you’re considering will suit them. As you’re on the search for your perfect house, make a checklist that you can bring to each showing.

6. Find the Perfect Home for You
The next step in the process of buying a house is one of the most exciting. Once you’ve completed steps 1-5, you’re now ready to begin shopping and visiting houses that are for sale! The internet has made it extremely easy to shop for houses, however it also provides a lot of information that is unreliable, so always defer to your REALTORⓇ for guidance. Your Styer Real Estate agent will be able to set up a customized home search for you that is tied directly into the local multiple listing service (MLS). When you are viewing homes online, it is helpful to do aerial and map views so that you can see the neighborhood, location, and property lines. Drive-bys can also help save you and your agent hours of planning and touring homes that can be easily crossed off the list. Make notes as you walk through the home, and let your experienced buyer agent point out the good selling features and potential issues. When you think you’ve found “the one,” it’s time to get this buying train in motion!

7. Making an offer
Making an offer may seem simple on the surface, but there are actually many decisions you’ll have to make before putting your offer in writing. One of the most important decisions is how much to offer for the house. No home buyer wants to pay more than they have to for a house, but it’s virtually impossible to know how little a seller is willing to take for their house. There is a fine line between making a strong purchase offer and an insulting purchase offer, so it is important to be cautious and considerate when determining your offer price. We recommend that you lean heavily on your agent’s expertise and the current comparable properties that have sold in the area, and know that a property appraisal is typically required by your lender to protect their investment.
The price you decide to offer for a house is not the only decision that you will make! There are many terms and deadlines that you’ll also include in your purchase offer:
What will the target closing date be?
How large of a deposit should you make?
What common contingencies will you include? Inspections? Do you have a house you need to sell to buy a new one?
Do you need to ask for seller assist with closing costs?
The price that a buyer offers is obviously very important to a seller, but the terms and deadlines can also make or break a deal. It’s critical that as you’re making your offer that you fully understand what each part of the offer and what each contingency means. This is another stage when you’ll want to lean on the expertise of your REALTORⓇ.

8. Complete Inspections That Apply
The first step after making an offer and having it accepted is to complete any inspections that the offer was contingent upon. You must complete all elected inspections within the specified amount of calendar days, or risk losing the right to inspect. The main purpose of a home inspection is to understand how the home operates and to identify any major material defects that the seller may not have been aware of, so it is important as a buyer that you attend inspections, pay close attention, and ask questions. Aside from a standard home inspection, other popular inspections to consider when buying a home include a chimney inspection, radon test, pest inspection, septic inspection, water tests, and structural inspection. Inspections are paid for out of pocket and are non-refundable. Once you have inspection reports, they are shared with the seller, and your REALTORⓇ will help you prepare a reply either accepting the property in its condition or asking for the seller to credit or make repairs. Buyer and seller either agree on repair negotiations or the property goes back on the market and you go out shopping again.

9. Complete Formal Mortgage Application & Work Closely With Lender
The next step to buying a house is to complete the formal mortgage application with the lender and to select the loan program that is right for you and the home you have chosen. At the time of application, you’re going to need to provide many important documents including your previous two years’ tax returns, recent bank statements, recent pay stubs, and contact information for your employer so a verification can be completed. During the formal application stage, you can also expect to pay for the bank appraisal and have the opportunity to lock in your interest rate. Make sure that you ask your lender about rate locks and understand what it means to you as the borrower. Once you’ve formally applied for your mortgage, don’t expect to be done interacting with your lender. Over the next month or so, your lender is going to request specific documents to satisfy conditions of your mortgage commitment. It’s fairly common for mortgage lenders to request updated bank statements, updated pay stubs, and letters of explanation on items that may appear on a credit report or large deposits into a bank account.

10. Bank Appraisal Is Completed
A bank appraisal is performed by a third party that’s hired by the lender to perform an evaluation of the subject property. Their primary responsibility is to determine that the sale price that a buyer and seller have agreed to is a fair for the current market and also to ensure there are no safety issues with the house. Similar to a REALTORⓇ completing a comparative market analysis, an appraisal compares the subject property to at least 3 recent sales in the area, while making adjustments if necessary. As for the safety issues, an appraiser will be on the lookout for things such as peeling paint, broken windows, missing handrails, roofs in poor condition, and a handful of other potential safety problems. Repairs resulting from the appraisal often times must be completed and re-inspected prior to the lender approving the funding for the borrower.

11. Perform Two Walk-Throughs
The Agreement of Sale grants buyers two pre-settlement walk-throughs. One can be performed upon the completion of agreed-upon repairs, and the second is typically performed immediately before settlement and is your chance to ensure the house is in the same condition that it was when you wrote your purchase offer. The final walk through also provides you the opportunity to make sure any repairs that were agreed upon from any inspections have been completed. At the time of the final walk through, your REALTORⓇ is going to recommend testing the HVAC systems, plumbing, lighting, and also take final meter readings for utilities just in case there are any discrepancies after the closing. If something at the final walk through is not satisfactory, it’s critical to work with your REALTORⓇ immediately so that a resolution can be made before the closing date and time.

12. Go To Closing And Obtain The Keys To Your New House
CONGRATULATIONS! You have made it to Settlement Day! Buying a house is one of the most exciting events in life, and closing day is when you’ll receive the keys to your new house. At closing, you’ll be signing quite a few documents that finalize the sale of your new house Make sure before closing that you understand exactly what documentation and identification you’ll be required to provide. Once all the documents have been signed, you will receive all the keys to the property. Again, congratulations, you’ve completed the purchase of your new house!

Is it time to buy? Home Buying FAQs

May 2, 2019 By Meredith Styer

One of the best ways to ensure your path to homeownership is not overwhelming is to be educated and informed. The real estate industry is ever-changing, so whether you are buying your first home or you consider yourself a pro, you can count on your Styer Real Estate agent to be up to date on all real estate trends and ready to help you successfully purchase your next investment. Here are some of the questions we hear most often.

When should I talk to an experienced local REALTOR?
RIGHT NOW! It is never too soon to begin interviewing agents and making sure you have a reliable REALTOR that is ready to work for you! Even if you are just beginning the process, they may be able to connect you with a trusted lender and other resources to help you begin your journey!

Should I buy now or continue to rent?
The short answer is IT DEPENDS. How long are you planning on staying in your next home? What are the local market conditions? How much cash do you have on hand for down payments, closing costs, maintenance, and repairs? We offer no-pressure individual buyer seminars that can help you decide if buying is right for you!

Do I need to be pre-qualified for a mortgage?
Absolutely! Many people think that you need to be 100% ready to buy before you speak with a lender, but oftentimes the lender can give you tips and advice that can help you improve your credit so you have a better interest rate when you go to buy. In order to submit an offer on a property, you will have to have a pre-qualification letter from a lender, so if you are already starting to get the home-buying itch, the time to talk to a lender is now!

How much can I afford?
A local lender will be able to provide valuable guidance here. The amount you pre-qualify for may be higher than what you are comfortable spending. Remember to account for the costs of homeownership outside of your monthly mortgage payment like maintenance and repairs. Your Styer Real Estate agent will be able to provide valuable guidance and estimates for closing costs and monthly payments.

What do I pay for buyer agent representation?
In most cases, NOTHING. Your buyer agent gets paid from the commission paid by the seller at settlement, and Styer Real Estate does not charge any additional fees to buyers.

What costs do I pay out of pocket and what gets paid at closing?
You will need funds on hand to pay for your earnest money deposit, appraisal, and inspections. At closing, you will have lender fees, escrows, title and homeowners insurance premiums, and some other ancillary fees. Your agent will provide you with estimates prior to submitting an offer, so you know what is in store down the line.

Meredith Jacks

March 9, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Meredith Styer Jacks is the broker/co-owner of Styer Real Estate and a resident of South Coventry Township, where she was born and raised. After graduating from Owen J. Roberts High School in 1995, Meredith went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University. She spent the next decade traveling the country working in operations and corporate training for a multi-million dollar restaurant company, but despite her success, Meredith felt that something was missing and wanted to find a way for her work to have a more meaningful impact. In 2010 she decided to return to her hometown with the ultimate goal of relaunching her father’s previous real estate brand, with a twist. Over the next 7 years, Meredith earned her ABR, SRES, SFR, and SRS designations, and achieved broker status, all while being a top producer and providing the highest level of service possible to her clients.

In 2017, she opened Styer Real Estate, a real estate community of like-minded, full-time, educated, down-to-earth Realtors® who operate with honesty and integrity and genuinely care about their clients’ experiences and goals. Having grown up in the real estate and restaurant businesses (her family-owned and operated The Coventry Tea Room on Rt 23 in Pottstown), she saw an opportunity to merge the service style of the hospitality industry with the process of buying and selling a home… and Housepitality™ was born! Meredith quickly discovered that it was more than possible to be a dedicated representative and advocate for her clients while making the process fun and enjoyable. She truly believes that the difference is in the details, and instead of setting sales goals for herself, she sets customer satisfaction goals with a focus on reducing stress and increasing laughs. Meredith is passionate about real estate and is proud to have cultivated a team of motivated and caring individuals who are dedicated to delivering the kind of service that people deserve. Her passion doesn’t end with real estate, as she is a strong supporter of local farmers and small businesses, a board member for the Owen J. Roberts Education Foundation and the Tri-County YWCA, a devoted wife to her husband, Shawn, and a doting “dog-mom” to her bulldogs, Butter and Grits, who can often be found playing (or sleeping) at the office.

Meredith is THE Realtor® for your real estate needs. She represented me as a seller and did an exceptional job. She is extremely knowledgeable of the current housing market and is very responsive to the needs of her clients. Negotiation skills are a must in this business. Meredith possesses these skills, as well as the drive for quick and successful closings. If you need a Realtor®, she is the one to call!

Meredith is the best at what she does. She is very knowledgeable and does everything she can to make the entire process seamless. Her dedication to her clients is amazing. Highly recommend her for listing your home.

Contact Meredith:
610-597-9492
MeredithJacksHomes@gmail.com

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48 New Road Elverson, Pennsylvania

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,814 SqFt 1.2 Acres

Cute, simple, and full of potential! This cozy one-story bungalow is tucked into a charming neighborhood on approximately .3 acres, offering a great opportunity for someone with a little vision and a willingness to roll up their sleeves.Inside, the layout keeps things refreshingly uncomplicated with a galley kitchen, a surprisingly spacious living room, one bedroom, and a full bath with a stall shower. The home needs some love and updating, but its manageable size makes it an appealing project for a buyer looking to create something all their own.Out back, a deck overlooks a large back yard with plenty of room to dream. Add raised beds, plant rows of tomatoes, peppers, and zucchini, or create the backyard garden you've always wanted. A mature shade tree adds character and a perfect spot to relax after a day of digging in the dirt.Conveniently located near major routes while still enjoying the feel of an established neighborhood, this little bungalow isn't trying to be fancy - and that's part of its charm. Bring your ideas, your toolbox, and some veggie seeds. With some work, this could be a pretty sweet little pad.

$175,000 ACTIVE

105 Mount Zion Avenue Pottstown, Pennsylvania

1 Beds 1 Baths 616 SqFt 0.31 Acres

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 10-12! Let your imagination run wild with this truly charming commercial property nestled in the heart of historic Saint Peters Village. Dating back to 1881, this building once served as the carriage house for The Excursion House, known today as the Saint Peters Inn - an enduring piece of local history that now offers endless possibilities for its next chapter. Saint Peters Village itself is a 19th-century industrial village, just ¼ mile in length, where time seems to slow down and history is preserved at every turn. A series of colorful historic buildings line the village, now home to artisan shops, inviting eateries, a tiny cider bar, and even an old-timey arcade - a setting that truly takes you back in time. Though modest in size, the potential here is anything but. The main level features an open, sun-filled space with beautiful hardwood floors and abundant natural light - ideal for a boutique retail shop, artist studio, gallery, wellness space, or intimate event venue such as baby showers or wedding showers. Downstairs, you’ll find a convenient bathroom, and a small gathering space w/ refrigerator, offering added flexibility for a variety of uses. Step outside and you’re instantly transported. A deck and stairs lead down to French Creek, where the sound of rushing water over ancient boulders politely commands you to slow down and take a deep breath. Beyond the creek, adjoining woods and miles of scenic trails create a rare and peaceful backdrop - an experience that simply can’t be replicated. Additional highlights include a 10-year-young standing seam metal roof, providing durability and peace of mind. Parking is also plentiful, and utilities are quite reasonable. Small but special, rich with history, and surrounded by nature, this is a rare opportunity to own a space where creativity, commerce, and timeless charm intersect in one of Chester County’s most beloved villages.

$260,000 ACTIVE

3451 Saint Peters Road 3 Elverson, Pennsylvania

960 SqFt

Kenneth Styer

March 8, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Kenneth R. Styer, a Warwick Township resident, is the Associate Broker / Co-Owner of Styer Real Estate. He has achieved REALTOR® Emeritus status, having started his real estate career over 50 years ago in Chester County, and for 35 years was the Broker/Owner of Kenneth R. Styer Real Estate in South Coventry Township. Kenneth has decades of experience in both residential and commercial real estate and has also built numerous homes in the area. He is best known to his friends and clients as the “go-to guy” for all things construction and beyond. In his spare time, which is not common, he enjoys weekends in Maryland, spending time with his family, and quiet evenings with his wife, Carole, and dog, Melanie.
Contact Kenneth:
484-955-0715
kenstyer@yahoo.com

Jen Gezon

March 7, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Jen’s love of land, open space, strong community, and beautiful old homes brought her and her husband, Jim, to Chester County in the mid-1990s where they live with their two kids on a small farm in East Nantmeal Township. No stranger to hard work and entrepreneurial spirit, Jen ran a successful pool service and construction company alongside her husband for over 20 years, while purchasing and renovating multiple investment properties. Real estate was a natural next step for Jen and her energetic personality! Her strong work ethic, dedication to outstanding service, and business experience help Jen exceed her client’s needs and expectations in every transaction, whether residential or commercial. One of her favorite parts of her job is searching for that perfect property that checks all of her buyer’s boxes, and Jen’s clients can always count on her to negotiate the best possible terms. She is an avid “bargain hunter” and lover of all things old or repurposed, which often leads her to yard sales, thrift shops, and auctions in her spare time. Jen’s other passions include attending horse shows with her daughter and fishing with her son, her love of animals (both furry and feathered), gardening, and just being outdoors. If you are looking for a high-energy agent who enthusiastically welcomes any challenge, whether residential and commercial, Jen is the one to call!

My experience of selling a house with Jennifer Gezon was highly satisfactory. She was able to navigate some difficulties with septic permits and other issues with the inspection along with being able to schedule the sale during a national disaster. Jennifer was knowledgeable about the issues involved in the sale and was able to overcome each of them.

She is competent and professional and has the energy to go the extra mile. I will be forever grateful to her for her work and her calm professionalism. I recommend her as a realtor without hesitation.

Jen is extremely dedicated and motivated to give her clients the best service! Client needs come first, and she will always go above & beyond! Both Buyers and Sellers benefit from Jen’s professional work ethic! I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Contact Jen:
610-715-1886
jennifergezonhomes@gmail.com

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$119,500 ACTIVE

165 W Ridge Pike 109 Royersford, Pennsylvania

3 Beds 2 Baths 960 SqFt

This parcel is listed for informational purposes only and is NOT being offered for sale separately. It is marketed exclusively as part of a package offering with the contiguous commercial building located at 209-15 Fairmount Ave. Refer to MLS# PAPH2482266 for full details of the combined offering.PROPERTY DETAILSLot Size: 2,539 sq ft of flat, paved land. Zoning: CMX2.5 (Mixed-Use) – allows multi-story (up to 4-5 stories high) residential over ground-floor commercialPotential Uses: Ideal for luxury condos/apartments, mixed-use development with retail, boutique offices, or other commercial spaceAdjacent Property: Contiguous to 209-15 Fairmount Ave. which is a 9,700 sq ft commercial building (on a 5,000 sq ft lot) offering a combined 7,500 sq ft footprint for redevelopmentCurrent Use: Parking and play yard for daycareLease Terms: Subject to (NNN) lease terms for 209-15 Fairmount Ave, expires 12/31/26Easy accessibility to Public Transit & Highways – Conveniently located near I-95, I-676 on-ramps and steps from the Market- Frankford Line.

$750,000 ACTIVE

705 N American Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

0.06 Acres

This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire two contiguous CMX-2.5 zoned properties in the heart of Northern Liberties, combining stabilized income with long-term flexibility.The portfolio includes the mixed-use commercial building at 209–215 Fairmount Avenue and the adjoining parcel at 705 N American Street, together providing a 7,550 SF combined footprint — a scale increasingly difficult to assemble in the neighborhood.The property is leased through December 31, 2026 and produced $228,998 in total income in 2025. After full operating expenses, including property taxes, the asset generates approximately $203,500 in Net Operating Income, representing a 5.8% cap rate at the offering price.The existing lease term provides stable income while a buyer evaluates long-term plans and pursues planning or entitlement work, with a defined transition point at the end of 2026.The tenant has expressed interest in renewing; however, any future lease extension would be subject to negotiation with the new owner. This structure provides flexibility for continued income stabilization or repositioning following the current lease term.Assemblage Overview• 7,550 SF Contiguous Assemblage• Two Parcels: 209–215 Fairmount Avenue & 705 N American Street• CMX-2.5 Zoning – Mixed-Use Development Potential• Located in Northern Liberties• Income in Place Through 12/31/2026• Defined Transition Timeline for Repositioning or Redevelopment209–215 Fairmount Avenue (Primary Building) MLS# PAPH2482266• Grand Second-Story Theatre Hall with Open-Span Volume• Preserved Theatre-Era Allegorical Ceiling Panels• 18’ Pressed Metal Ceilings with Decorative Cornice Detailing (Main Level)• Original Interior Woodwork and Architectural Detailing• Hardwood Flooring on Upper Level• Full-Building Basement with 10’+ Ceiling Height• Significant Ceiling Volume Rare for Buildings of This Era• Adaptive Reuse or Conversion Potential705 N American Street (Contiguous Parcel) MLS# PAPH2452904• Vacant Paved Lot (Separate Parcel)• Secondary Access• Enhances Assemblage Scale and Site Configuration FlexibilityShowings are limited to evenings after 6 PM and weekends to accommodate the current tenant. Virtual access available via 3D tour.

$3,500,000 ACTIVE

209-15 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

9,700 SqFt 0.11 Acres

Dianne Melvin

March 6, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Dianne Melvin is a lifelong resident of Phoenixville and attended Ursinus College. She spent eleven years as a senior associate at a large mutual fund company based in Valley Forge before taking time off to raise her three children. Dianne returned to the workforce in 2015 and discovered her love of navigating the intricacies of Real Estate. She is extremely knowledgeable and brings a fresh and upbeat approach to Real Estate as she guides her clients through the process of buying and selling their homes with ease. Outside of real estate, Dianne is passionate about helping children with special needs, and is the co-founder of The Rebecca Melvin Foundation, a non-profit organization formed to assist children with chronic disabilities by purchasing costly medical equipment not covered by insurance. Dianne loves spending time in the garden, reading, listening to music, watching movies, playing piano, and hiking with her family.

Dianne Melvin with Styer Real Estate was easy to work with and very knowledgeable. We haven’t purchased a house in 22 years so you can say it was all new to us. Dianne helped us sell our house and buy our new home. Please note: our house was sold in 6 days!! Dianne had all the answers and a large network of professional people and companies to recommend when we needed something done. Dianne’s responsiveness to our every need was met with speed, resolution, and when necessary empathy. I would definitely recommend Dianne.

She went beyond helping us and kept in touch with all information on selling of our home. Brought papers to us to sign so we would not have to run so much, as we are an elderly couple. We would recommend her as a good agent to sell your home!

Contact Dianne:
(610) 529-1248
DianneMelvinHomes@gmail.com

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Trish Keegan

March 3, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Trish has long been passionate about real estate and is thrilled to be part of the Styer team. Her love of historic homes led her to Chester County twenty-five years ago, where she, her husband Dave and their daughter Saige are active and enthusiastic members of the Kimberton community. She is deeply inspired by the beauty of Chester County’s landscapes, and by connecting friends and clients (many of whom are now friends) with its diverse communities.

Prior to becoming a realtor, Trish worked as a portfolio manager for over twenty years at a prominent investment counseling firm, where she managed investments for corporate and non-profit clients, as well as high net worth individuals. Her experience in financial analysis provided her with strong valuation skills that inform her process of accurately pricing and marketing homes, including unique and complex properties. Trish has knowledge of many Chester County communities and demographics – from Kimberton, Chester Springs, Birchrunville and surrounding areas, to West Chester, Westtown, Marshallton and beyond.

Trish understands that while real estate is an extremely important investment, the place you call home is priceless. For her, it is not just a transaction – it’s a life transition and a working partnership that she is honored to be a part of.

Our Chester Springs home is perfect for us and Trish Keegan made obtaining it possible! There aren’t enough superlatives we can use to describe how truly wonderful the experience working with her is, or how she so perfectly exemplifies the consummate professional. She astutely understood, and was sensitive to, what we sought in a home, and vigilant in showing us viable options. (She’s an attentive listener!) Our feelings on design, aesthetics, function, lifestyle, space requirements and finances were always respectfully considered. She is supremely ethical and has a thorough knowledge of laws, taxes, procedures, neighborhood profiles, area infrastructure, and services. We were so impressed with her during the process of looking for a new home that we engaged her to list the one we were leaving behind. That sale and the purchase of our new home were navigated expertly by Trish! Paul & Karen Chung

Contact Trish:
(484) 502-9130
trishkeeganhomes@gmail.com

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Diana Zeleski

March 1, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Diana Zeleski is a 2002 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School. She attended Montgomery County Community College where she studied early childhood education. A passionate community-builder, Diana started as the office manager at Styer Real Estate and is now a licensed agent with an already impressive sales record. With a background in management, Diana has attended numerous customer service and communications seminars to build her expertise in client relations. Her caring, enthusiastic nature and love of helping others fuels her dedication to match her client’s needs and wants in a property. She currently lives in Upper Pottsgrove Township with her husband and son, and enjoys spending time with her family.

“Diana is a wonderful realtor. She worked with my brother, sister and myself selling my parent’s house during a difficult time. She handled everything for us and was amazing. I would use her again.”
– Jen H

“Diana was very quick to list and sell our property when we were ready. She was low pressure, but when we gave the go ahead she was ready and got it done. We got our asking and she guided us through negotiations. It all worked out quite well.”
– Kit

“Diana was fantastic. She helped me get a tenant into my rental property in a short period of time and helped draft the lease. She answered all my questions and communicated thoroughly and often with me. I would recommend Diana to anyone!”
-J. Quave

Contact Diana:
(484) 886-1357
DianaZeleskiHomes@gmail.com

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Meredith is the best at what she does. She is very knowledgeable and does everything she can to make the entire process seamless. Her dedication to her clients is amazing. Highly recommend her for listing your home.

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Jen Gezon

Jen is extremely dedicated and motivated to give her clients the best service! Client needs come first, and she will always go above & beyond! Both Buyers and Sellers benefit from Jen’s professional work ethic! I would highly recommend her to anyone!

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Dianne Melvin

She went beyond helping us and kept in touch with all information on selling of our home. Brought papers to us to sign so we would not have to run so much, as we are an elderly couple. We would recommend her as a good agent to sell your home!

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Diana Zeleski

“Diana is a wonderful realtor. She worked with my brother, sister and myself selling my parent’s house during a difficult time. She handled everything for us and was amazing. I would use her again.”
– Jen H

“Diana was very quick to list and sell our property when we were ready. She was low pressure, but when we gave the go ahead she was ready and got it done. We got our asking and she guided us through negotiations. It all worked out quite well.”
– Kit

“Diana was fantastic. She helped me get a tenant into my rental property in a short period of time and helped draft the lease. She answered all my questions and communicated thoroughly and often with me. I would recommend Diana to anyone!”
-J. Quave

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Meredith is the best at what she does. She is very knowledgeable and does everything she can to make the entire process seamless. Her dedication to her clients is amazing. Highly recommend her for listing your home.

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Jen is extremely dedicated and motivated to give her clients the best service! Client needs come first, and she will always go above & beyond! Both Buyers and Sellers benefit from Jen’s professional work ethic! I would highly recommend her to anyone!

She went beyond helping us and kept in touch with all information on selling of our home. Brought papers to us to sign so we would not have to run so much, as we are an elderly couple. We would recommend her as a good agent to sell your home!

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“Diana is a wonderful realtor. She worked with my brother, sister and myself selling my parent’s house during a difficult time. She handled everything for us and was amazing. I would use her again.”– Jen H

“Diana was very quick to list and sell our property when we were ready. She was low pressure, but when we gave the go ahead she was ready and got it done. We got our asking and she guided us through negotiations. It all worked out quite well.”– Kit

“Diana was fantastic. She helped me get a tenant into my rental property in a short period of time and helped draft the lease. She answered all my questions and communicated thoroughly and often with me. I would recommend Diana to anyone!”-J. Quave

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“Diana is a wonderful realtor. She worked with my brother, sister and myself selling my parent’s house during a difficult time. She handled everything for us and was amazing. I would use her again.”
– Jen H

“Diana was very quick to list and sell our property when we were ready. She was low pressure, but when we gave the go ahead she was ready and got it done. We got our asking and she guided us through negotiations. It all worked out quite well.”
– Kit

“Diana was fantastic. She helped me get a tenant into my rental property in a short period of time and helped draft the lease. She answered all my questions and communicated thoroughly and often with me. I would recommend Diana to anyone!”
-J. Quave