Pittsburgh first time home buyers often to have to deal with financing issues when applying for a loan. 1/5 Pittsburgh first time home buyers deal with financing obstacles before qualifing for a loan. Most financing issues can be resovled with good planning and professional mortgage advise from a top lender. Here is a list of things buyers can do to resolve financing issues when buying real estate in Pittsburgh. Removed incorrect negative information from credit report Lowered debt Family provided gift funds for down payment Parent’s co-signed the loan Used different lending program (VA, FHA, USDA, etc.) that required smaller (0 comments)
DESPITE THE MARKET CONDITIONS, HOMES ARE STILL SELLING AND SOME
HOMEOWNERS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO SUCCESSFULLY BEAT THE ODDS AND
SELL FOR TOP DOLLAR. TO MODEL THE SUCCESS OF THESE SAVVY
HOMEOWNERS, LET'S TAKE A LOOK AT 5 TIPS TO SELL YOUR HOME FOR TOP
DOLLAR:
1. PRICE YOUR HOME AGGRESSIVELY
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pittsburgh pa real estate: Pittsburgh Real Estate Market Is Attracting Younger Home Buyers
- 08/10/11 08:18 AM
An interesting article in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette focuses on a growing demographic that is attracting an increasing number of 20-something home buyers. According to the recent article, Census numbers show that Pittsburgh’s median age dropped from 35.5 to 33.2 percent between 2000 and 2010. Here’s what else recent Census data shows: While Pittsburgh’s median age decreased between the 2000 and 2010 Census, other cities such as Cincinnati, Cleveland and Minneapolis, saw increases in their median age. The number of Pittsburgh residents between the ages of 20 and 24 increased by 22.1 percent between the 2000 and 2010 Census. The percentage of (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Pittsburgh, PA Real Estate Market Update
- 08/10/11 08:10 AM
According to a recent article in the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, home sales decreased by nearly 19 percent in June when compared to June 2010. One possible reason for the drop in home sales year-over-year is the absence of the first time home buyers credit. The federal tax credit, which gave homebuyers an $8,000 rebate if they bought a home by the end of June, caused a lot of activity on real estate markets last year. Here’s what else the newspaper recently reported: Home values in the Pittsburgh region increased from $154,748 in 2009 to $170,351 in June The median home price increased (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Charming, Updated, Shadyside Condo For Sale, 5120 Fifth Avenue, #102
- 05/23/11 09:40 AM
Charming Shadyside, PA Condo For SaleLocation: ShadysideLocation, location, location! Don't miss this charming two bed room, two bath Shadyside condo for sale located at 5120 Fifth Avenue-near the corner of Fifth and Wilkins.Charming, quiet condo for sale in the heart of Shadyside. Walk to CMU, Pitt and Walnut Street shops. New kitchen, new baths, hardwood floors throughout, Master bedroom with en suite full bath and large closet. Laundry in unit and additional laundry room and storage unit for residents on the lower level. Lots of windows offer lots of natural light, plenty of closet space and spacious rooms. Low condo fees (3 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Wonderful Ranch Home For Sale in Squirrel. Hill PA. Murdoch Farms Home For Sale
- 04/23/11 12:27 PM
Squirrel Hill PA, Classic Murdoch Farms Ranch Home For SaleLocation: Squirrel HillCharming ranch in Murdoch Farms, great location in the heart of Sq. Hill. Walk to Sq. Hill business district, CMU, PITT and Schenley Park. Hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen has wood cabinets, ceramic tile floor, newer appliances and is open to the dining room. Large bright living room with decorative marble fireplace and recessed lighting. Central air-conditioning, finished den in basement, two car integral garage and lots of storage in basement. Newly landscaped private fenced back yard with patio and tranquil Koi pond. Don't miss this wonderful home! Contact Liz (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Mt. Washinton PA Real Estate Market Trends For Condo Sales
- 11/20/10 05:16 AM
Mt. Washington Pittsburgh PA continues to be a popular City of Pittsburgh neighborhood offering homes, condos and town homes for sale in a variety of price ranges. Centrally located just minutes to Downtown, the South Side, Duquesne University, University of Pittssburgh, UPMC and easy access to the airport and many other locations. Contact Mt. Washington real estate specialist, Liz Caplan (Liz@Pittsburghhomesite.com, 412-302-2645) to assist with selling your current home or condo or assist with buying a home or condo in Mt. Washington, City of Pittsburgh or other neighborhoods in Allegheny and Butler Counties. Visit us on the the web, www.Pittsburghhomesite.com for (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Fox Hall Condominiums, O'Hara Pittsburgh PA Luxury Town Homes and Single Family Homes
- 09/06/10 05:26 AM
Pittsburgh PA Luxury Town Homes and Single Family Homes, O'Hara Township , Fox Chapel School District FOX HALL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY - O'HARA LUXURY TOWN HOMES AND SINGLE FAMILY HOMES. MAINTENANCE FREE LIVING, GREAT QUALITY AND LOCATION. Fox Hall offers a variety of uniquely designed town homes and single family homes surrounded by mature natural landscape offering lots of privacy. Homes offer unique designs that maximize views of the woods surrounding the area and providing residents with unique private court yards, decks and patio spaces that provide privacy. Maintenance free living and covers things like landscaping, snow removal, and exterior maintenance like (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: The Metropolitian Shadyside Luxury Condos
- 07/20/10 08:48 AM
The Metropolitan Shadyside Condominiums Located in the affluent East End Pittsburgh neighborhood of Shadyside, The Metropolitan is one of the premier condominium complexes available today. 42 exquisite residences within in a six-story marvel of modern architecture benefit from a premier location and incredible amenities. The Metropolitan Shadyside condominiums are indeed some of the finest residential options to choose from in this incredible community.The Metropolitan Shadyside condominiums all feature high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, and spacious plans that are the perfect canvas for even the most exacting design enthusiasts. Add to that a luxurious master bedroom and master bath, private balcony, (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: Pittsburgh's Beautiful Northside Neighborhood
- 05/27/10 05:10 AM
Pittsburgh's Northside is beautiful! Thanks to Christa for posting these great photos of Pittsburgh's Northside. Pittsburgh's Northside and Northshore is a close knit community and one of the fastest growing areas of Pittsburgh. The Northside offers many different real estate options like condos, new lofts and classic style urban row homes. The Northside is just minutes from Downtown and offers easy access to many areas of the City and suburbs. Please contact PA Realtor Liz Caplan to assist with selling or buying a home or condo in the Northside. Liz Caplan, liz@pittsburghhomesite.com 412-302-2645
I was driving around the Northside last week and took a (0 comments)
pittsburgh pa real estate: South Side Pittsburgh Real Estate, Marketing and Investment Specialist
- 03/23/10 02:09 AM
Are you in search of the right South Side PA Real Estate Agent? While there are many real estate professionals in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, only a select few offer the range of services that can make your home search or sale a complete success. Choosing the right one doesn't have to be an extensive process, but keeping in mind some basic qualities you want to have in a realtor will help you determine who is best for your needs and goals. The right kind of South Side PA Real Estate Agent will, first and foremost, be looking out for (0 comments)