Understand the Benefits of a Home Warranty Protection Plan

woman reviewing a home warranty protection plan

Have you ever seen a for sale sign with a “home warranty protection plan included” rider? If so, you may wonder what a home warranty is and whether it’s worth it. There often needs to be clarity surrounding a home warranty and how it works. A home warranty protection plan is a service contract rather than an insurance policy. Standard … Read More

Understanding Homeowners Insurance for Your Pittsburgh Home

Woman applying for home insurance

Pittsburgh home buyers must obtain a homeowner’s insurance policy when they obtain a federally-backed mortgage to purchase their new home.  There are two reasons you will want to purchase a policy for your Pittsburgh home. To protect your possessions. To satisfy the mortgage lender’s requirements. If you are financing your home with a mortgage, the lender will require a one-year … Read More

Four Benefits of Pittsburgh Homeownership

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There are many benefits to Pittsburgh homeownership. Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream. It can mean different things to different people. There has been a steady rise in homeownership since the 1900s. Let’s take a look at four benefits of Pittsburgh homeownership. Financial Benefits The most apparent benefits are financial benefits. A home purchase is one of the … Read More

Is Pittsburgh Homeownership Right For You?

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If you consider Pittsburgh Homeownership, you may wonder if now is the right time for you. There are some reasons that renting may be a better option for a few, but there are many more benefits to owning a home. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of Pittsburgh homeownership: Financial Benefits A home purchase is one of … Read More

5 Ground Rules For Home Buying Success In The Pittsburgh Real Estate Market

Home buying success is more than just finding the right home but also navigating the process smoothly.   There are few purchases in life that carry the financial and psychological weight of buying a home. Whether you are buying your first home, moving up to your dream home, or downsizing,  it is important to understand the ground rules for success in the … 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