The average U.S. rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell back below 4% this week, staying near historic lows. http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/housing/story/2012-03-29/mortgage-rates-march-29/53857658/1

Most home sellers want to make their house as appealing as possible to prospective purchasers. Whether that means sprucing up the exterior, clearing away clutter or scrubbing surfaces to create an attractive and clean-smelling environment, they're on it. But suppose your house has an incurable flaw that's a major turnoff to large numbers of buyers. What can you do? Here's a look at some homebuyer turnoffs and ways to overcome them
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It's time to bust out the vacuum parts you never use, the ladder, the hose, and your pristine cloths and sponges. HouseLogic's spring cleaning guide will help you go where you may not have gone before.

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Real estate agents say the spring 2012 season is starting off on a positive note. Activity is increasing as motivated sellers are sensing that the time to purchase homes is now, meanwhile eager buyers want to cash in on homes with low mortgages before rates head higher. And with experts predicting the housing market will bottom out this year, the spring bloom will certainly bring out buyers.

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Philadelphia and Bryn Mawr Open Houses, Sun March 25th: 336 S. 21st Street in Philadelphia-open 1-3; 506 Great Springs Rd in Bryn Mawr-open 2-4; 820 E Haverford in Bryn Mawr-open 1-3; 427 Ballytore Cir is a new listing and will be open 2-4, should be on the web soon! http://​www.philarealestate.com/​default.asp.f-listings

Philadelphia Home For Sale: NEW LISTING!! Town living at its ultimate! Stroll to Rittenhouse Square & enjoy restaurants & shopping. Extraordinary property totally rehabbed & ready for to move right in. Every room has been upgraded & redone w/ the finest built-ins & amenities. http://ping.fm/WIKvD

PHILADELPHIA HOUSING MARKET SEES INCREASE IN SALES,
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Bryn Mawr and Bala Cynwyd Open Houses, Sun, March 18th: 820 E Haverford Rd- Bryn Mawr, 4BR, 3BA, well maintained home & enjoy the extra added value of commercial garages, updated kitchen w/ newer cabinetry and appliances, renovated baths. OPEN SUN 1-3; 607 Conshohocken State Rd, Bala Cynwyd- 4BR, 2.5BA, newer cathedral ceiling FR w/ sky lights, renovated kitchen, master br suite w/ newer marble bath and extended shower, & 3 add lg bedrooms & hall bath that is recently remodeled, minutes from Center City & museums, theaters, & Kimmel Center. OPEN 2-4. http://ping.fm/547Xm desc, price desc

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Home Economics: Early spring means it's time to get for-sale homes ready for their debut http://ping.fm/T4l4k

Now that spring is around the corner people are ready to spruce up their yards, liven up their entryways and fix up their outdoor space. Here are some quick tips on landscaping your home’s exterior. http://ping.fm/tlDMO

Bala Cynwyd and Bryn Mawr Open Houses: Sunday, March 11th: 60 E Lodges from 1-3 and 506 Great Springs 2-4. Be sure to SPRING FORWARD! http://​www.philarealestate.com/​default.asp.f-listings

Treasury.gov: Obama Administration releases February Housing Scorecard
"Data continues to show signs that the housing market is strengthening, although the recovery remains fragile. The supply of new and existing homes on the market continued to decline last month. However, home prices dipped again as seasonal lows continued for the fourth month in a row. The continued fragility of the housing market underscores the need for recently-announced expansions of assistance to help prevent foreclosures and strengthen hard hit areas:

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On February 27, 2012, Warren Buffett was interview by CNBC and as a part of that interview, he talked about investing in single family homes. Serrus Capital Partners was excited to hear his comments and want to share with you that small part of the complete interview. See the interview here: http://ping.fm/p9dQd

ALERT!! Dramatic price drop on this fantastic one-of-a-kind home in Haverford. 537 Avonwood, a 5BR, 4.5BA, expansive deck, pool! NOW priced at $1,895,000. Buyers want an offer. Please call Mort and Phyllis Weinstock for all appointments. http://ping.fm/ZfZxd