Spring is upon us, and with spring comes another anticipated time of year: home selling season. Traditionally, spring is one of the most popular times to list a home for sale. It’s also an excellent season for spring cleaning and trying out a few home-improvement projects on the weekends. If you’re thinking about selling your […]
With the current Pittsburgh area real estate market being what it is, it’s more important than ever to be preapproved for a loan before you begin searching for homes. If you don’t have that loan preapproved, the home of your dreams could slip through your fingers. Here are a few reasons why that preapproval is […]
It’s spring, which means home buying season has officially arrived! If you’re on the hunt for a new home, chances are you’ve already thought about the features you’d like to have. However, one important part of searching for homes is making a distinction between your needs and your wants. Needs are amenities or features you […]
Home staging is a major player in a home sale. How your home looks, feels, and even smells can influence buyers’ decisions, so it’s important to present your home in the best light. Cleaning, decluttering, and rearranging furniture are essential to preparing your home for showings, but it can be tempting to take a few […]
You’re probably wondering: what are the best ways I can prepare for my spring home sale? The weather is getting warmer and the flowers are beginning to bloom. Your home has never looked better! Here are just a few ways that you can ensure your home stands out in the competitive spring market: A New […]
Dream homes around the country have one thing in common: amazing architecture. From Greek Revival to Modern, we’re breaking down the most popular architectural styles in America to help you discover your own dream home. 1. Greek Revival Homes Popular during the 1820s, ’30s, and ’40s, Greek Revival takes inspiration from the ornate temples of […]
Let’s be honest, sometimes the property that suited all of your needs in 2011 isn’t what suits your needs in 2018. Life can happen–whether your household has added a few members in recent years, or you’re simply ready to upgrade your residence, it could be time for you to consider buying a new home. Here […]
You’re smart. You’re doing your research about home buying and homeownership (like you are right now!), so you feel like you’re prepared to avoid common home buying pitfalls. But you’ll soon find that once you’ve moved in, there is a whole new list of common problems that plague unwary first-time homeowners. To help you make […]
Acronyms are tossed around like crazy in the real estate world, which can be confusing to even the most veteran home buyers. But don’t worry — it doesn’t take long to learn the language. Here’s a quick list of the most widely used home buying acronyms and what they actually mean. Of course, if you’d […]
When you’re considering where you want to buy your next home, it’s important to understand the commutes you will be making. Fortunately, when buying in the Pittsburgh, PA area, commuting is made easy! Here a few of the most convenient communities and suburbs when commuting to Pittsburgh, PA: Mt. Lebanon Mt. Lebanon is a hot […]
