Choosing the Right Neighborhood

Finding the right neighborhood is just as important as finding the perfect house. Although “location, location, location” usually refers to neighborhood attributes that will hold property value and increase resale, there is no one neighborhood that’s right for every buyer. Choosing the best location for your individual needs can be just as tricky as choosing…

7 Things to Avoid Before Purchasing a Home

  If you have been approved for a mortgage for your next home, you might be assuming you can breathe easy now and concentrate on packing. Not quite yet though. While most of your hard work of building a good credit profile and gathering savings for a down payment and closing costs is behind you, it’s important to…

Open Houses: Are you asking the right questions?

  Are you in the Market for a New Home? If so, then it’s a good idea to find yourself a buyer’s agent.  A buyer’s agent will always look out for your best interests and will provide you with the most up-to-date information about homes that fit your criteria.  However, you’ll still want to be…

12 Things You Should Know About Pennsylvania

1.) Off To Market You Go…. Source: Roots Country Market and Auction No matter which county you move to in Pennsylvania, you’ll see a vast amount of roadside stands and indoor/outdoor farmer’s markets where you can get fresh produce. You should venture out of the grocery stores and load up your reusable bags with fresh…

House Hunting Tips

Ideally, we’d all love for house hunting to be a quick and easy process that results in the perfect home. Unfortunately not all homes come equipped with a two-story pool and a waterfall, so this is not always the case. Here are some things to keep in mind when trying to find a place that…

Buying your first home?

If you are considering buying your first home, planning is essential.  If you are not prepared, the excitement of buying a home could quickly fade behind a pile of paperwork.    Prepare ahead of time by gathering the proper paperwork and ensuring your financial situation is in order.  It could take weeks or even months…