Episode description

Welcome to the first release to kick off the 12th year of Your Valuable Home with the story of the 20+ year renovation of a magnificent mansion in the historic district of Philadelphia. But first, our popular Homeowner Horror Story. This one involves a member of a popular hotel rewards program. This could also involve you and cause you to part with a substantial amount of money. Apparently, bad actors accessed the rewards program database. Our feature is part 1 of a 2-part interview with the current owner of a historic 12,000-square-foot Philadelphia mansion. Designed in part by one of the most famous architects of the time, Frank Furness, the home was built in 1874, by prominent Philadelphian, George Thomas. It’s situated mid-way between two of Philadelphia’s famous squares, which were designed by William Penn. The current owners, a well-known orthopedic surgeon and his wife, are restoring the 7-bedroom home with subterranean garage to its 19th century grandeur in a “mission” that’s spanned 20 years and counting. If you have a historic renovation in your future or simply enjoy stories like this, this will make your day.