One of the most buzzed-about benefits of homeownership is the ability to build equity in your Pittsburgh home. Equity is merely the difference between what you owe on the home and your home’s value. If your home is currently worth $250,000 and you owe $150,000 on your home, you have $100,000 equity in your home. Equity can be an important … Read More
What’s Next for the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market?
I am asked this question frequently. I wish I could pull out a crystal ball and get the answer to that question. Many factors will determine how the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market market will perform. Although the pandemic has put the brakes on the economy, experts are predicting the housing market will play a big part in the economic recovery. … Read More
5 Tips To Win A Bidding War On Your New Pittsburgh Home
We have indeed been experiencing a bustling real estate market here in Pittsburgh. Homes are still selling quickly with multiple offers. Sellers are ecstatic, but some buyers are becoming frustrated. When you find the home of your dreams, what should you do to win against other competing offers? Although I don’t have a crystal ball to know what offer will … Read More
Summer Plans For Your Pittsburgh Home
Spring brought us some circumstances in Pittsburgh that I don’t think any of us could imagine. Due to a pandemic, we have spent more time in our homes than ever before. Even though businesses are opening in the Pittsburgh area, things are going to be different this summer. We may not be able to go to our favorite summer getaways … Read More
Not Business As Usual In The Pittsburgh Real Estate Market!
The past several weeks have been tough on so many industries and Pittsburgh Real Estate has been no exception. The stay at home order in Pennsylvania has postponed our usually busy spring market. I do not think it has been all doom and gloom. I have seen a lot of people involved in the real estate industry use their creativity … Read More
Overcoming Buying Fears on Homes for Sale in Pittsburgh
If you are purchasing your first home in Pittsburgh, you may be experiencing what many first-time homebuyers go through. Buying a home is a life changing experience and one of the largest purchases you will ever make. You may find yourself questioning your decision. Is this really the right time to buy a house? The best way to answer this … Read More
What can prevent a home from selling in the current Pittsburgh Real Estate Market?
As you may have heard, the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market has been booming! It’s a seller’s market & there are not enough homes on the market for the number of buyers looking for a home to purchase. Even still, there are obstacles to overcome even in a busy market. Some of the obstacles I see are: Pricing Determining the market … Read More
Should You Sell For Sale by Owner in this Pittsburgh Real Estate Market?
When the sales are hot in a real estate market, sellers are tempted to go it on their own. If you have been thinking about selling your home on your own, let me share a few reasons why you may want to reconsider. Asking Price – determining the correct asking price is a crucial step to ensure a quick sale. … Read More
Understanding Closing Costs in the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market
You’ve found the perfect home in Pittsburgh. What is the next step to reach your real estate goal of home ownership? Finding the right mortgage with the best terms and closing costs for you. But what exactly are closing costs? Here is a list of the most common closing costs: Title Fees – These include the title search and title insurance, … Read More
It Takes a Village to Buy or Sell in the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market
The phrase “It Takes a Village” could not be truer when it comes to buying and selling a home in the Pittsburgh Real Estate Market. How many different parties do you think are involved in one real estate transaction? First, you must have a Seller who wants to sell their home. Next, you need to have a Buyer who can … Read More
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