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Blog Entries in May

10 Hiking Trails Near Pittsburgh

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10 Hiking Trails Near Pittsburgh

by Chris Petry There are two types of people in this world. Numero uno: you’re #SaltLife. You like nothing better than the feel of warm sand between your toes, lying on a beach towel with a dry martini, and gazing at the ocean tide with a primordial longing, as if called back to the place where life itself began. Then there’s numero two-o: You can think of nothing more refreshing th

Memorial Day

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Memorial Day

by Chris Petry Memorial Day is often recognized as the beginning of summer (though technically speaking June 21st claims that honor), and that means sweaters are tucked away until late fall, the kids are in their last week or so of school, and the smell of your neighbor’s barbecue begins permeating the air.   There’s certainly something magical about summer. Unless you&rsq

What Type of Home is Right for Me?

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What Type of Home is Right for Me?

by Chris Petry There’s a lot to consider when buying a home. You’ve probably asked yourself a million questions already. What’s in my budget? What will my annual tax bill look like? How far am I willing to commute? How are the schools? Of course, that’s all incredibly important. Particularly if you think it might be your forever home.   The next question most peop

The Value of Disconnecting

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The Value of Disconnecting

It’s 2023. We (the world) are hopelessly attached to our smartphones, tablets, and virtual assistant technology. The thought of leaving home without our iPhone is almost as terrifying as waking up in a room full of clowns. If we didn’t have Alexa on standby, how would we know a package had been delivered? Open the door and look? No thank you!   Jokes aside, it’s easy to se

Is Now the Time to Buy a Home?

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Is Now the Time to Buy a Home?

by Chris Petry Is now the time to buy a home? To put it simply, yes. One couldn’t blame homebuyers for being hesitant based on last year's market, but that was LAST year’s market. As of this writing, inventory is up and there’s more variety in the market. Why settle when you can buy the home of your dreams? The odds of that happening are much greater than they were this ti

7 Mistakes to Avoid While Moving with A Pet

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7 Mistakes to Avoid While Moving with A Pet

There’s no doubt that pets add another layer of stress and complication to a move, but of course we wouldn’t leave them behind for the world. And moving with an animal can be done safely! Read on to learn seven mistakes people make when moving with a pet and how to avoid them.   1. Not Preparing Your Pet for The Move A move is always stressful for an animal, even ifthey’

What's The Difference? Pending or Contingent?

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What's The Difference? Pending or Contingent?

Each home listing has a status that’s updated by information that the listing agent feeds into the multiple listing service (MLS). A home listed contingent or pending are under contract, but there’s still a chance for you to buy it. Most purchase offers for the buyer to back out if they can’t get financing, the home doesn’t pass inspection, or the hom

Impress Your Guests: 8 Steps To Host A Successful Open House

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Impress Your Guests: 8 Steps To Host A Successful Open House

Did you know, open houses are a great way to show off your home and attract prospective buyers? Preparing the house and property for visitors takes a little time, but welcoming potential buyers with a little hospitality goes a long way towards making a sale. Make a checklist and work the plan, so you don’t leave anything out!   1. Landscaping Make sure that your grass is cut, bushe

2022 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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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

5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home This Summer

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5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home This Summer

Now that Summer is fast approaching, it's the perfect excuse to refresh and brighten your home. It’s time to put away the faux fur throws and plaid wool pillows and bring in some vibrant colors and light, airy fabrics and textiles. To help you freshen your home this Summer, we provided you with a list of ideas to freshen up your space!    Clean Windows It’s finally