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Jul 25, 2019
Two rulings were made in separate courts on specific Philadelphia real estate tax assessments
The first invalidated new, higher valuations for commercial properties that were reassessed as a single targeted group of properties. The ot


Mar 5, 2019
Inquirer: How do Philly assessors assign a value to the land under your house? And do they get it ri
The Inquirer explores the process of land assessment.


Aug 13, 2018
Celebrating 10 Years of Contributions to Economic Growth & Development
Over the last decade, the City of Philadelphia realized a significant upward swing in economic growth and development. From the core of...

Aug 28, 2017
In The News: There’s no such thing as free parking in Philly, says economist who calculated how much
There’s no such thing as free parking in Philly, says economist who calculated how much off-street parking adds to housing prices August...


Apr 26, 2017
In The News: How to share the prosperity of Center City?
How to share the prosperity of Center City? April 23, 2017, Paul Levy for the Philadelphia Inquirer As a graying boomer living in...

Mar 13, 2017
ANNOUNCEMENT: Philadelphia Commerce Department rolls out rent reimbursement program
Philadelphia’s Commerce Department announces rent reimbursement program for companies adding 20 or more new employees who relocate from...
Feb 18, 2017
REPORT: Building the Case for Tall Wood Buildings
In conjunction with the Timber City exhibition at the National Building Museum, a forum looks at the appeal for timber framed buildings...
Feb 15, 2017
REPORT: Five Trends in Commercial Real Estate to Watch in 2017
The broader U.S. economy should continue to grow moderately and add jobs.

Jan 27, 2017
UPDATE: "You Earned EITC"
If you are an employer in Philadelphia, please let your employees know that they may be eligible for a cash refund up to $6,000 from the...

Jan 25, 2017
In The News: When tax abatements expire, property values don't suffer, study shows
Philadelphia's current housing boom is certainly attributable to the 10-year tax abatement, yet the very mention of it can lead to...