Blog Entries in September
Fall is Here!
The first day of Fall, or Autumn as it’s more commonly referred to across the pond, was on Sunday, September 22nd. That means summer is officially over. Yesssssssssssss! No more annoying bugs swirling around your head while you’re having morning coffee on the patio, no more midday sun capable of melting us like Margaret Hamilton in The Wizard of OZ and, for you fellow introverts out th
The Feds Lower the Rates
By Chris Petry On Wednesday, September 18th, the Federal Reserve initiated their first cut since March of 2020, slashing rates by a half percentage point. Of course, there were critics on both sides of the debate, some urging a higher percentage cut and others indicating they’d prefer the security of more gradual reductions in rates. One thing is for sure, the majority of American consume
The Psychology of Real Estate in Fall
By Chris Petry This year, the first day of Fall is on Sunday, September 22nd. That means we’re less than two weeks from the beginning of America’s favorite season. Just what is it about Fall that captures our imaginations and brightens our spirits? After all, it’s the prelude to winter. The beginning of the end of the calendar year. We spend hours raking up piles of leaves on
A Look at Traditional Homes Around the World
By Chris Petry There is a lot of variety in the housing market. I’m not just talking about Western, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at some of the extremely interesting and culturally-important home styles you might see in different locales around the globe. The Adobe House- American Southwest Some home styles take their name from the material used to produce them. Adobe r
The Pumpkin Invasion
by Chris Petry Is there any singular item more indicative of the Fall season than a pumpkin? When it comes to Fall décor, from mid-September to late November, pumpkins reign supreme. Their staying power has to, in some small part, boil down to their simplicity. Sure, you can carve a face into one or paint it but it’s far from necessary. Pumpkins come in all shapes, sizes a
Just What are Interest Rates, Anyway?
by Chris Petry It seems you can’t go a day without hearing about interest rates. No matter where you look, there’s an article or a news report discussing the effects of interest rates on consumer spending, personal loans, and mortgages. Financial gurus like Suze Orman, Kevin Leary, Mark Cuban, and yes, even the figurehead of this fair brokerage, Warren Buffet are interviewed regular
The Colors of Autumn
by Chris Petry Depending on the survey, anywhere between 29 and 42% of Americans rank Fall as their favorite season. I know what you’re thinking; doesn’t this fly in the face of conventional wisdom that suggests most people are at their happiest half way through their third Mai Tai on a tropical beach in early July? I bet if you asked them by the time they finished that Mai Tai, the
The Pleasures of Reading
by Chris Petry Go ahead and groan. It’s okay. I get it. Reading is not for everyone. Indeed, some people will tell you it’s a chore or worse, a punishment. My theory? They’re just not reading the right material. Don’t think I’m here to convince you that you should spend your downtime brushing up on the philosophical musings of Dostoevsky and Tolstoy or crossing off
Fall In Love With Your New Real Estate Career
A new season brings a new career path... Are you looking for a career change or just starting out your career? If so, have you ever considered becoming a real estate professional? Being a real estate agent can be an extremely rewarding career that allows you to pick your own hours, interact with your community, have an uncapped earning potential, and help people find their dream homes
Home Projects To Tackle Before Fall
Summer weather is coming to an end, which means fall is approaching! Now is the perfect time to tidy up your home before the cold weather hits. Here’s a list of projects to take on before fall comes full swing. Clean Out Gutters Cleaning out your gutters is not a fun task, but it is something that needs done annually to prevent damage to your home. People don't ofte
