GPAR Coffee Talk with Paul Cohen, Esq. — Nov 4, 2025
Hapco members — mark your calendars! GPAR is hosting a Coffee Talk event featuring Paul Cohen, Esq., one of the top authorities in real estate and landlord-tenant law in the country.
What is GPAR?
GPAR (Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS®) is a membership trade organization for licensed real estate professionals and industry-related service providers in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Some of GPAR’s core roles include:
- Providing business tools, real estate market data, education, and resources for its members
- Offering legislative advocacy and representing REALTOR® interests at City Hall and in Harrisburg
- Upholding professional and ethical standards and offering dispute resolution services
This Coffee Talk is being hosted by GPAR — not Hapco — but the topic will be especially relevant for Hapco members.
📅 Event Details
- Date & Time: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 • 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- Format: Virtual (Zoom)
- Topic / Agenda:
• A discussion on the history of Hapco
• Recent and upcoming trends / changes in landlord-tenant & real estate law
• Hapco’s future direction & strategic initiatives
• Q&A with Paul Cohen, Esq.
This is a chance to:
- Understand how developments in law could affect your operations
- See how Hapco’s past and future relate to broader real estate issues in Philadelphia
- Ask directly about legal uncertainties or local challenges
How to Join
Register for the GPAR Coffee Talk (via Zoom)
Philadelphia Real Estate Investors Expo – September 27th | Use Code for $25 Off!
Are you ready to take your real estate business to the next level? Join Philadelphia’s top investors at the Philadelphia Real Estate Investors Expo on September 27th! This one-day event is designed for wholesalers, fix-and-flip experts, cash flow investors, and real estate professionals looking to network, learn, and grow.
What You’ll Gain:
- Insights from local real estate experts on what’s working in today’s market
- Strategies for wholesailing, scaling your business, and leveraging traditional financing
- Tips on funding deals with little to no personal capital
- Opportunities to connect with 400+ investors and 30+ vendors
Event Highlights:
- 16+ breakout sessions covering key real estate topics
- Networking opportunities with top investors and industry professionals
- Must-know products and services from leading vendors
Tickets:
- Early-bird: $75 per person
- Price increases to $100 on Wednesday
Special Hapco Discount: Members can save $25 by using code HAPCO at registration.
📅 Date: September 27, 2025
📍 Location: Philadelphia, PA
Don’t miss your chance to learn from the best and make valuable connections in the real estate community!
Philly-area housing value jumps $41.5B in one year, among top U.S. metros
From June 2024 to June 2025, the Philadelphia metro area saw its total housing value rise by $41.5 billion, putting it among the top three U.S. metro regions for housing wealth gains. The region’s housing stock was valued around $932 billion in June, with typical home values growing ~3.4%, outpacing national averages. Affordability, strong demand, and increased building activity contributed to the gains, especially compared to many overheated markets in the South and Mountain West that are now cooling off.
Philadelphia's PHLHousing+ Pilot Program: Cash Assistance for Renters
Philadelphia's PHLHousing+ program offers unrestricted cash assistance to low-income renters, aiming to prevent eviction and improve housing stability. A recent study by the University of Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation found that participants were less likely to face eviction, experience homelessness, or report serious housing issues. The program has been extended until June 2026 due to its success.
Hapco’s Perspective: Many people aren’t aware of this program, but it is available for landlords and they need to know it exists. Landlords should be on the lookout for it during the application process, particularly when assessing a tenant’s economic stability and ability to pay rent. It is another assistance program, but it is very different from anything we have seen before. Are landlords noticing that tenants are listing this program as one of their sources of rent payment?
Philadelphia’s H.O.M.E. Initiative Faces Questions on Tenant Protections
Philadelphia’s H.O.M.E. initiative focuses mainly on giving incentives to developers, with less than 15% of funding going to rental assistance. Critics say this leaves tenants without enough protection and call for stronger rules to ensure housing is safe and well-maintained.
Hapco acknowledges the concerns raised regarding the H.O.M.E. initiative's allocation of resources and the need for tenant protections. However, it's crucial to recognize that the initiative's primary aim is to stimulate the development of affordable housing, which, in turn, can benefit tenants by increasing housing availability.
While Hapco supports measures that ensure tenant safety and rights, we advocate for a balanced approach that does not impose excessive burdens on rental property owners. Overregulation can inadvertently discourage investment in the housing sector, potentially exacerbating the housing shortage.
We encourage collaborative efforts between developers, tenant advocacy groups, and policymakers to create solutions that protect tenants without stifling the growth of affordable housing opportunities.
Hapco Members Can Save on Property Tax Appeals!
If you missed filing a property tax appeal last year, you still have an opportunity to take action. Christopher W. Dean, Esq., of The Law Offices of Christopher W. Dean, P.L.L.C., is offering a special discounted rate exclusively for Hapco members.
The 2026 property tax assessments are due in the first week of October, so now is the time to ensure your appeal is filed correctly and on time. Don’t miss this chance to potentially reduce your property tax liability and take advantage of Hapco's member benefits.
Contact Christopher W. Dean, Esq.:
The Law Offices of Christopher W. Dean, P.L.L.C.
One Penn Center
1617 JFK Blvd., Suite 1888
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 867-4197 | Fax: (215) 790-6215
Email: cdean@cwdeanlaw.com
Website: www.cwdeanlaw.com