Real Estate Articles and Advice (page 11)
2022 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mark your calendars! Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 9th -- and after this crazy year, this Mother’s Day is a great time to shower your mother in some much-deserved attention. Whether you see her everyday or she lives far away, you can show your appreciation with a gift that shows your gratitude. Having a hard time picking out the perfect gift? Well, we've created a 2022 Mother&rs
The Preferred Realty Launches Pawfect Home Sweepstakes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty is proud to announce the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pawfect Home Sweepstakes, where individuals can enter for a chance to win a custom-built, pint-sized replica of their own home for their loyal companion. Through June 6, 2022, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is giving consumers a chance to win their dog, cat, lizard, bird, rabbit or eve
Celebrate Earth Day The Right Way: Go Green At Home
Did you know Earth Day is right around the corner? There are plenty of things you can do to celebrate mother earth every day, but we suggest starting in your home! Don’t worry, we aren’t suggesting installing expensive solar panels on your home or buying the most high-end, energy-efficient appliances to do your part to protect the environment. Instead, we want to give you some easy way
How To Celebrate National Lawn & Garden Month This April
Did you know that April is National Lawn and Garden Month? Well now that you do, it’s time to celebrate! Many people use this as a month to focus on their own garden or lawn and others use it as an opportunity to beautify their community. However you want to celebrate, we got you covered! Organize a Neighborhood Clean Up Gardening extends beyond your backyard. It’
Spring Into A New Career: 10 Reasons Why You'd Make A Great Real Estate Agent
Did the winter blues get you down last season? If so, maybe it’s time for a career refresh! Since prime real estate season is heating up right along with the weather, now may be the perfect time to spring into a career in real estate! While you’re contemplating your professional reincarnation this spring, here are 10 characteristics that could mean you would make a great real estate
Spruce Up Your Home With These Spring Cleaning Tips
Spring cleaning might seem like a daunting task, but with a little love, your home will be looking brand new! Spring cleaning is essential to a happy and healthy home. From the bedrooms to bathrooms, to the living room, use this checklist to tackle every room in your home. Home Maintenance Change batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Check all
March 2022 Hockey Mom: Mary LeBlanc
Congratulations to our Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty’s March Hockey Mom Of The Month winner, Mary LeBlanc from Latrobe, PA. Mary was nominated by her fellow hockey mom’s for being “the Heart of Westmoreland Hockey!” Mary has been volunteering with the Westmoreland Eagles for a number of years. In 2011, she served as the business manag
Tax Guide For Homeowners
OK, homeowners, tax season is here and you’ve got just over a month to take advantage of this year’s tax breaks. If you’re feeling a little in the dark about what you may qualify for and you’re ready to throw your hands up in frustration, instead, take a deep breath and read on. There are various deductions, credits and exclusions that homeowners may qualify for and it&rsqu
Home Maintenance Tips To Prepare Your Home For Spring
Daylight savings and the first day of spring are just days away! Finally, we can look forward to bright blooms, chirping birds and… um, you know, spring home maintenance. It may not smell as sweet or sound so pleasant, but preparing your home for the new season is important! If you’re ready to prepare your home for spring, but not sure where to get started, we’ve compiled jus
Spring Market Tips For First-Time Homebuyers
Spring hasn’t sprung just yet, but if you are looking to buy a house this spring it’s better to be prepared! The spring real estate market can be intimidating for any buyer especially if you are a first-time homebuyer. But, as seasoned buyers may know, there are a few things you can do to put yourself in the best position for getting the home you desire. If you are a first-tim
