Email scams are as old as, well, email, but as the years go by, these scams have become more and more sophisticated. Recently, several home buyers have fallen victim to specially targeted email scams that attempt to rob them of their closing costs — sometimes up to hundreds of thousands of dollars. These types of […]
6 Questions to Ask When Considering a Neighborhood with an HOA
Let’s say you have your heart set on buying a home in a community with a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and maybe even a playground or trails. Having access to these amenities often means living in a community with a homeowners association, or HOA. Generally, an HOA is responsible for keeping the neighborhood looking beautiful […]
OPEN HOUSE | 646 Clearview Drive Bethel Park, PA 15102 | $333,000
Single Floor Living in Bethel Park $333,000 We will be holding an open house on Sunday, August 27, 2017 from 1-3 p.m. for this amazing property. Whether it’s 4th of July picnics or Christmas in front of a wood-burning fireplace, this home is perfect for creating family memories or enjoying some good times with even […]
Want Top Dollar for Your Home? Hire a Real Estate Pro
A quick Google search is all it takes to discover hundreds of new recipes, do-it-yourself projects, and tips about how to stage your home. With so much information available online, especially about the home selling process, many homeowners start to wonder whether it’s faster and more cost-efficient to sell their own homes rather than hiring […]
Should You Hire a Professional or DIY on Those Home Repairs?
To DIY or not to DIY? That’s the question on many homeowners’ minds when there’s a repair or home improvement project on their to-do lists. The good news is that you can do plenty of things on your own. But for other projects, you’re better off hiring a licensed contractor, plumber, or electrician to do […]
How a Realtor Can Help You Realize Your Dreams of Building a Custom Home
1107 Bayberry Dr., North Strabane | $369,900
Joe Corsale will be holding an open house on Sunday from 1-3 p.m. on a great new property he just listed. You have to see this 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo to believe it. So, we thought, “Let’s make sure as many people can see it as possible.” Coming in at $369,900, this condo has everything you could […]
Tips for a Stress-Free Move with Your Pet
You’ve just bought a new home, and Fluffy and Fido are starting to worry about all the moving boxes going into the truck outside. Pets can easily become stressed during a move, which might cause them to lose their fur, become aggressive, or even run away. Luckily, there are a few things that you can […]
The 5 Emotional Stages of Buying Your First Home
Ask anyone you meet and they’ll likely recall vivid details about their first roller coaster ride, their first day of school, or their first kiss. A first home purchase is no different! While buying your first home comes with its fair share of ups and downs, it will ultimately be an enjoyable experience you’ll remember […]
Thinking of Custom Building a Home in Pittsburgh? Here are 5 Reasons You Should!
Searching for the perfect place to live in the metro area of Pittsburgh, but just haven’t found that perfect home? Considering buying new construction in the South Hills? Here are 5 reasons to build your own custom home. 1. You Can Save Money Whether building a home is more or less expensive than buying an existing one […]