Podcast Archive — Philadelphia Home Collective
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happy hour with the home collective : The archives

Hosted by Bill Ball, Mackenzie Blue + Dina Cirignano

 
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Episode 1: Kristin McFeely
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

Bill Ball and co-host Mackenzie Blue sit down with Kristin McFeely to chat about the current real estate market amid the Pandemic. They also give an update on what they’ve been doing since the Stay at Home orders have been enacted and learn about what movies Mackenzie has not seen (Spoiler Alert: It’s a lot).

 
 
Episode 2: Dina Cirignano
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

Bill and Mackenzie are back with Dina Cirignano to chat about what types of deals are doable right now and what it’s like living in Fishtown. Mackenzie gives her take on the 1975 classic, Jaws - free on cable channels everywhere, but streamed online for $4.

Featured Drinks: Crystal Head Vodka with Blood Orange twist; Kona Brewing Co.’s Big Wave Golden Ale; Four Grain Bourbon

 
 
Episode 3: Covid-19 Content
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

Bill and Mackenzie take an in-depth look at the content the team has been producing while in Quarantine. They also discover Bill’s perfect version of a romantic comedy lacks all the romance, but cannot be defined as a comedy.

Featured Drinks: Four Grain Bourbon ; Schofferhofer Hefeweizen Grapefruit Beir

 
 
Episode 4: Deirdre Affel
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

Who doesn’t want to know more about Deirdre? - Is she growing corn stalks in her Glenside back yard? Was she on HGTV’s House Hunters? How many trips does she take to the local drive-through beer distributor? All these questions asked and answered with even more we don’t want to put in writing! Plus, Bill and Mackenzie are there.

Featured Drinks: An Unknown Spanish Rosé; Absolut Pears Vodka; Shock Top’s Belgian White beer

 
 
Episode 5: Dan Giannetto
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

For the first time in 5 weeks, Bill and Mackenzie (who work in real estate) talk about real estate. Bill chats with Dan Giannetto, one half of the team lead duo, about buying and selling in New Jersey during this period and how Philadelphia may mimic the demand they are seeing. Mackenzie gives an update on our newest listings and doesn’t know anything about beer.

Featured Drinks: Johnnie Walker Black Label; Victory’s Summer Love

 
 
Episode 6: Zoe Fox
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

Mackenzie and Bill chat about the team’s new listing inventory and Mackenzie struggles to come up with excuses as to why she’s not watching Bill’s movie recommendations. Zoe Fox joins the ranks of highly anticipated guests to chat about Passyunk, her home state of New Mexico and why it’s never okay to put rice in a burrito.

Featured Drinks: Wild Basin’s Boozy Sparkling Water (flavor: Melon Basil); Sam Adam’s Summer Ale; Graft’s Farm Flor Cider

 
 
Episode 7: Dina Cirignano - Part II
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

We’re back! Real Estate is once again considered an essential activity! Is that what this whole podcast is about? Absolutely not. That takes up maybe 20 seconds. Dina Cirignano just became our first repeat offender and we really start to pull back the layers of that onion leaving Mackenzie with one question - “Why are Dina and Bill so similar and why did I agree to this?”

Featured Drinks: Amstel Light; Golden Road Brewing’s Mango Cart; South Philly’s Underground Homemade Wine (there’s no link for that, obviously)

 
 
Episode 8: So, it's been 2 months...
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

We know, we know… it’s been 2 months. It got pretty hectic there for a minute. We wanted to give you a quick overview of what we’ve been seeing with the greater Philadelphia area market over our time away. We also discover Bill finally listened to Mackenzie on one of her recommendations and his life has changed forever. Also, Mackenzie still hasn’t watched that one movie so don’t get your hopes up.

Featured Drinks: Poland Springs Lemon Lime Seltzer (non-alcoholic); Cold Brew

 
 
Episode 9: Is this thing on?
Hosted by Bill Ball + Mackenzie Blue
 

It seems that Philly regulations for dining are ever-changing to ensure safety. And while we may not be on the pulse of new info, we’re like one beat behind. We take a look at how Philly neighborhoods are determining sales and give you an update on our latest listings. Tom Cruise plays a major role in The Firm, this episode of the podcast and our hearts.

Featured Drinks: Twisted Tea (The Original Flavor); Tito’s + Cranberry Lime Seltzer

 
 
Episode 10: And then there were 3...
Hosted by Bill Ball, Mackenzie Blue + Dina Cirignano

What our clients say

Bought a home in Philadelphia, PA.

Buying a home can be an interesting experience full of highs and lows--especially in this market--but I can't recommend Zoe Fox enough to help you along this journey. She was a great educator and cheerleader throughout, and made the process absolutely seamless.

Bought a home in Philadelphia, PA.

We were so lucky to have Zoe as our realtor when buying our first home! She made the process so easy, and went above and beyond in order to make us feel more comfortable, even after closing. I would recommend Zoe and Philadelphia Home Collective to anyone looking to buy a home. Overall we couldn't have wished for a better team to support us through this!

Bought and sold a home in Philadelphia, PA.

We could not have been more pleased with the experience with Kristin McFeely and the Philadelphia Home Collective. We partnered with Kristin on both ends of the process -- finding a new home during a hyper-competitive market in Spring/Summer 2021 and selling our previous home in the Fall. She was patient & attentive during the months of the home search, always looking out for our best interests in the twists & turns of inspection issues, a declined offer, and tight timelines until we landed in the perfect home in Fishtown. Then she did a remarkable job highlighting our home and getting us an offer. We've received tons of compliments on the photography - her team really couldn't have done a better job making that house shine!

Sold a home in Philadelphia, PA.

All five stars for Sarah LoGiudice. She was our realtor when we bought, and we went with her again when we sold. When things got sticky or complicated, she guided us through them. We needed some home improvement work, she helped us find a skilled and trustworthy contractor. We had to be out of town, she stepped in for us. In the unusual market today, she helped us get the best offer, and the transaction came through without a hitch. Through it all, from purchasing to selling, she always listened to us, understood our needs, and helped us get exactly what we hoped for. If life brings us back to Philly, she will be the first person we call.

Bought and sold a home in Center City Philadelphia.

We both bought and sold a home in Center City with Bill Ball in the Spring of 2021 and I can’t say enough good things! In addition to understanding the market and knowing the city well, Bill really impressed us with his negotiation skills and ability to navigate the ups and downs of buying and selling. Buying and selling at the same time is always stressful, especially in a competitive market, but Bill took a lot of the stress out of the process for us. He was very responsive and always available for anything we needed. Just very easy to work with. The team and recommended inspector were great too. We highly recommend!

Sold multiple homes in Philadelphia.

The Philly Collective has helped us purchase and sell multiple homes with great success. Kristin McFeeley is the most professional Real Estate agent I have ever had the pleasure to do business. She is the connsumate professional, Real Estate or otherwise, she is responsive and caring to your concerns/questions. She looks after your interests as if they are her own. Kristin is the definition of what a true Real Estate agent should be, looking out for the best interests of her clients. We would trust NO ONE else help us in buying or selling our homes.

Sold a multi-family apartment building in Northwest Philly.

My husband and I just completed our second transaction with Kristin as our agent. This one was for the sale of a multi-family apartment building in Northwest Philadelphia. As she did with the purchase of our home 5 years ago, Kristin nailed every detail with professionalism. In this instance, I had stringent guidelines I needed fulfilled. Due to having tenants, I wanted Kristin herself handling the showings, I wanted showings limited to once a week, I only wanted qualified buyers viewing the property and making offers. Kristin didn't miss a beat. 8 days after listing we got an offer and she was fantastic through the due diligence period and closing. A great realtor is a gift and Kristin is the best out there. Her transaction agent Sean was fantastic as well.

Sold a home in 2021 in Manayunk, PA.

Sheena has helped us find two homes (one from across the country), and sell one. Her and her team's communicativeness, friendly attitudes, and attention to detail makes the entire process a joy. Having her team work for you lets you kick back, smoke some meats, and not worry about a thing while your deal goes through.

Found a tenant for a Single Family home in Philadelphia, PA.

We absolutely loved working with Dina! She is extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain all we had to do to get our home rented in Philadelphia. She took beautiful photos, secured great renters and helped build our lease. She was available when we needed her and promptly called us back when we had questions. I would highly recommend Dina if you are looking to buy or list a home in the Philadelphia or surrounding areas.

Bought a Townhouse home in 2021 in Philadelphia, PA.

Bill Ball assisted me in purchasing a home in the Center City area of Philadelphia. I am not a local and Bill's knowledge of the different areas helped me make an informed decision. I appreciated that he never tried to push me into a purchase or pressure me into making a decision. He was extremely responsive and assisted in managing the whole process from offer to closing. I highly recommend Bill for his professionalism, knowledge, honesty, and low pressure approach to very a stressful process.

Bought a Townhouse home in 2021 in Aston, PA.

First home buying success! Sean was with me step by step and answered all my first-time buyer's questions and he didn't miss a beat. Sean and I also had to go through this experience while dealing with the effects that the pandemic caused on the housing market but that didn't slow us down. Sean made my home buying experience painless and he would be the first person I would recommend should someone need these services!

Bought Townhouse Home in 2016 in Passyunk Square, Philly, PA

Kristin is a genuine pleasure to work with. Very professional. She and her team were extremely attentive and made the experience of buying our first home a really wonderful experience. Absolutely would/will recommend her to friends and anyone looking to purchase a house in Philadelphia.

Sold Townhouse in 2016 in East Falls, Philly, PA

She returned phone calls and emails promptly, listened to what I said, made excellent recommendations for staging. She knows her job and does it very well. She is courteous, professional, proactive, genuine–a pleasure to work with. Two weeks from listing to sale! Kristin and her team did an exceptional job selling my house.

Bought Single Family Home in 2016 in Greenwich, Philly, PA

Kristin was great to work with. She was very patient with us as first time home buyers, accommodating with viewing houses after work, and made the processes painless.

Sold Townhouse in 2016 in Walnut Hill, Philly, PA

I’ve used Deirdre to buy/sell 3 houses now. She is simply THE BEST. We got exactly what we wanted and more when using her services. There were no issues and everything went exactly as planned and expected. Her team is awesome and super-responsive. Highly recommended.

Bought Townhouse in 2017 in Old Kensington, Philly, PA

Carly Harris is a tremendous realtor! She throws herself into her work, answers every single question a first time home buyer might throw her way (regardless of how small or weird the query) with a great deal of patience, and roots for her clients every step of the way. Buying a home can be daunting, but seeing Carly outside of a new listing with her mini flashlight and a big smile on her face, determined to help us find exactly what we were looking for, made the experience exponentially better.

Bought Single Family Home in 2016 in Passyunk, Philly, PA

Kristin and her team are so wonderful! Kristin was as determined as we were to find our perfect first home. She was always available to answer questions and provide us with updates. Her team is organized and made the home buying process as smooth as possible. We look forward to working with Kristin again in the future!

Bought Home in 2017 in Queen Village, Philly, PA

Sheena represented me as a buyer’s agent and helped me find a great condo in the Queen Village neighborhood of Philadelphia. I highly recommend her services as she made it smooth, efficient, and most of all, fun!

Bought Townhouse in 2018 in Lower Moyamensing, Philly, PA

I loved working with Kristin on my recent home purchase! Not only did she help me score my dream home, she made the process enjoyable and seamless. She explained the home buying process in a way that I could understand, which was helpful as a first-time buyer. What I appreciate most about Kristin is her deep and thorough knowledge of pretty much every neighborhood in Philly! I could tell this invaluable trait only comes after years of working on the ground in this great city and getting to know each neighborhood intimately. Plus – she’s just fun to hang out with!

Bought Home in 2018 in Point Breeze, Philly, PA

Stefania is an excellent real estate agent. She willingly shares her expansive knowledge of the local area and constantly made herself available to answer my many questions. What really sets her apart from other agents is her attention to detail and understanding of the local real estate environment. Stefania will make sure that you meet all deadlines and prepares you for each step of the process. I would highly recommend her and I plan on using Stefania again when it is time to sell or buy my next home.