pennsylvania: Why I Love My Job - 02/17/16 11:33 PM

Always appreciate a happy customer. This is why I like my job. Thanks to Chris and Faith L of Apollo
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pennsylvania: REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE AS OF JANUARY 2016 - 02/12/16 02:15 AM
Check out our nations market conditions for Real Estate as of January 2016on my blog at http://www.AKHOMES.INFO  
http://akhomes.info/real-estate-market-update-reviewing-january-2016/
 
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pennsylvania: Condo Living at its Finest - Murrysville PA - 02/10/16 12:49 AM
Fabulous New Condo in Murrysville that is ready to move into. The community has a club house with a Kitchen, Gym, and Pool. Contact me to set up a showing. Amy 724*448*0085 cell/text
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pennsylvania: WHAT IS A SHORT SALE? - 02/04/16 04:38 AM
 
A short sale is when the lien holder bank takes less than the debit owed on the property. Often times better than a foreclosure (but not always). When a homeowner can no longer pay their mortgage for reasons such as job loss, divorce, health status or death of an adult family member, or even a job transfer with the housing market not baring a sale price to cover what is owed on the property. These are the same reasons you run into foreclosures.
The seller usually has to call the bank and request to go through this process. This can be before the home … (3 comments)

pennsylvania: Pittsburgh Makes Headlines Again - 05/06/10 06:30 AM
Pittsburgh has been making headlines especially in the last two years. The city has done it again. Pittsburgh also has a strong university presence. There are over 12 Universities here in Pittsburgh. This equates to great employment opportunities and livability as these schools are large employers. The following is quoted from Forbes.com "Pittsburgh has a really great cultural scene. We have a great ballet and a great symphony that travels the world and performs to packed houses, and there's a restaurant scene that's much more diverse than it ever was when I was growing up," says Wendy Hermann, director of student … (3 comments)

pennsylvania: Forbes Says: Pittsburgh Is the Place to Buy a Home - 02/28/10 09:12 AM
Time and time again the statistics are putting Pittsburgh in the top affordable places to live. There are a lot of things to see and do. Pittsburgh has strong technology and healthcare jobs. As a photographer, the city is a great place for a wide range of subjects. You could spend the day there - possibilities are endless. If you are from out of state, consider the benefits of this city and the stable housing market. "Families in the market for a house are shopping at the right time: Nationally, homes are near the most affordable they've been in 18 years. … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Other Real Estate Markets - 01/15/10 11:44 AM
It is really interesting to me to hear about other real estate markets and what things sell for around the country and the world. One of my favorite TV channels is HGTV. I love watching people compare and pick out houses. I also enjoy seeing how they decorate them after a few months of living there. It also gives you a really interesting view of these various markets. Sometimes you can see some very strange and exotic things. One of show that really sticks in my mind is a House Hunters. The couple on this show was looking for a home … (3 comments)

pennsylvania: Vandergrift, PA Gets Ranked a Top Town in the Nation to Purchase a Home - 10/22/09 05:48 AM
Vandergrift, PA tucked away NE of Pittsburgh, PA (founded in 1895) was the first town of its kind. This town was a planned industrial town and created to be sold to the workers of a Steel company that was founded at the time. George McMurtry, who was president of Apollo Iron and Steel (located in Apollo across the river from Vandergrift) needed to room to grow his company. Vandergrift was a large 650 acre farm that was picked to be the place for this new town. Frederick Law Olmsted designed the town and after being approached by George McMurtry at the … (2 comments)

pennsylvania: Multi-Unit Investment Property - Just Listed $46,900! - 10/05/09 01:08 PM
Attention Investors: This is an up and down duplex. Three bedroom on upper level unit (consists of 2nd and 3rd floor)- rents for $650/mo. First floor level consists of two bedrooms - rents for $600/mo. One year leases for both units were signed September 2009. There is a garage also that is rented out for $35/month. Sale Price: $46,900. Current owner has made many recent upgrades to the property. Contact today for more information and an appointment. MLS #795248 … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: 19 Donna Drive, Pittsburgh Suburb - 07/17/09 08:56 AM
Wonderful New Listing! Make your appointment today! * Four Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths Brick Colonial * Almost 2 Acres * Private Country Dead End Drive * Tiered Decks in Rear Fenced Yard * Heat Pump, New Roof * Finished Basement with Huge Game room and walk out to patio * Large Laundry and Possible 5th Bedroom in basement * Lots of Privacy, Much, Much More Sale, $279,000 Additional Details Virtual Tour … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Tips for Selling a Vacant Home - 04/24/09 04:48 AM
When there is a vacant home for sale, often times it is obvious. For security reasons and normal sale tactics, you do not want it to appear this way. Sometimes it is actually harder to sell a vacant home. Here are some great ideas to prepare your home. * If you are able to afford a lawn service, get someone to maintain your property. Sometimes if you have family or a neighbor willing to do that for you, it may give you a reduced cost. Your real estate agent may even know someone willing to help you out. Don't forget if … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Fun in the City of Pittsburgh - 04/18/09 12:10 PM
I was down in the city for an appointment yesterday. Things went great, so on the way back to the office, I made two quick stops. I really had to control myself because I could be in these places for a long time. I stopped at a couple of specialty food places in the Shadyside section of the Pittsburgh. One of my favorites is Whole Foods on Center Ave. I always love when you enter the store and they have their daily or weekly specials quite often by the door. It could be fruits, flowers, or at Christmas time even a … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Many Buyers Check Out Schools and Neighborhoods - 04/06/09 02:55 PM
Many times, buyers ask me about about schools and neighborhoods. In the state of Pennsylvania, Licensed Real Estate agents are not permitted to speak their opinions about neighborhoods and schools. If you have children, of course, evaluation the schools will be important. There are several ways that you can evaluate a neighborhood. One is to talk to the neighbors. You can actually find out more than info about the neighborhood by talking to the neighbors. You can also find out things about the previous owner and even some history and facts about your home your are thinking of buying. Another suggestion … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Several Ways to Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal - 03/07/09 11:22 AM
Many times homebuyers will not even go inside a home (no matter how gorgeous it is on the inside) if a home does not look good on the outside. Curb appeal is very important when putting a home on the market for sale. If you do not invest on the outside, buyers think you don't invest on the inside. I have found some good tips for you to review when selling your home. If you are considering putting your home on the market, you will want to run through these ideas and see if any would make a difference for your … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Local Scenery, Leechburg, PA - 02/19/09 04:47 AM
A few weeks back, I had the opportunity to see some unique scenery created by the winter weather. In downtown Leechburg, PA, near where my office is located, we spotted some interesting ice formations in the Kiski River. We saw huge pieces of ice all jammed together. Some large pieces even sticking straight up and refrozen. Leechburg is connected to Hyde Park by a nearby walking bridge so that was a great place to get a view. The day was warm enough to sneak out with out a coat and be semi comfortable as the ice in the river started to … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Price Reduced - One Floor Living - 02/13/09 07:45 AM
Get ready for spring with this cozy two bedroom ranch home that has many updates: New roof, siding, deck with awning, and includes appliances. There is a large basement and plumbing for another bath. You will love the over-sized yard which is great for picnic fun. Some finishing touches need completed Also includes a HSA Home Warranty. Call today to view! Location: 227 Talisman Lane, Harrison Twp, Natrona Heights, PA 15065 Click here for more details and photos - refer to MLS 760973 … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Pittsburgh Area Home Prices Increasing - 01/26/09 04:08 AM
I was delighted to hear in yesterday's local news that Pittsburgh area Home Prices are on the rise. They have been stable but are actually rising. They were up in 2007 and expected to up in statistics from 2008. Read the article from the local tribune "Home prices increased 3.5 percent in 2007 and are expected to be up 1.9 percent in 2008, PNC says." … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Mortgage Rates Still Historically Low - 01/07/09 05:05 AM
Great news with this new year ahead. Mortgage rates still Historically Low. Take advantage of the low rates before they disappear.
"RISMEDIA, Mortgage rates remained low last week and many states saw sub-5.00 percent rates for the first time in recent history. The weekly average rates for 30-year fixed mortgages declined to 4.96 percent, down from 5.15 percent the week prior, according to the Zillow Mortgage Rate Monitor, compiled by leading real estate Web site Zillow.com(R). Rates for 15-year fixed mortgages decreased to 4.91 percent, down from 5.00 percent and 5-1 adjustable rate mortgages decreased significantly to 5.54 percent from 5.94 … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Housing Prices Holding Steady in Pittsburgh - 12/18/08 01:55 AM
Again it is great to hear that statistics are showing the housing market in Pittsburgh, PA is better than most other parts of the country. The average home price in the Pittsburgh region is even up in recent reports. This is great news for sellers. Buyers - take advantage of those incredible rates. Thinking about Real Estate investment, go for it. The following quoted from a Pittsburgh News Service "Although production of new housing is down 50 percent from the peak construction years of 2003 and 2004, the region is one of the few markets not seeing a decline in overall … (0 comments)

pennsylvania: Great News for Pittsburgh Area Home Buyers - 12/08/08 11:18 PM
Get ready to jump in to the housing market as this is a great time to buy. "Amid all the bad news about the housing market, there is some good news—for buyers. Plummeting prices have made homes more affordable. And a new tax break could provide a federal income tax credit of as much as $7,500 for qualified first-time buyers." Pittsburgh again noted as top city for affordable housing. "Other big towns were much more affordable; among them, Cincinnati, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas, Washington, and Las Vegas, where 60 to 80 percent of homes were within reach of … (0 comments)