This is happening even in solid parts. 

If you want something more affordable but still solid areas I would consider - Upper NE Philly, Roxborough/manayunk, and West and part of East mount airy. 

Hey Brian,First off, congrats on building that equity over the past five years...that's a solid accomplishment.

You've got some solid advice about DTI.

I’m an OOS investor and I’m sending my realtor over to inspect these properties to see if either one would be a solid addition to my portfolio.

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I'm aiming to obtain around $100,000 to $150,000 to get my foot in the door.I come with a solid credit profile, boasting a score of 786 with Experian and 773 with Equifax.

@Jason Boring - Jonathan Greene made some solid points!

I have a near solid grey leathered granite in my own house.  

To protect your margins, it’s crucial to have a solid understanding of costs upfront, consider negotiating long-term prices with suppliers, and prepare for possible delays in renovation schedules.In both scenarios, it’s often safer to focus on markets with strong fundamentals (stable job market, population growth) and properties at or below the median home price in the area to appeal to a broad buyer base.