One of the questions we hear most often from sellers is “how much can I get for my home?” The answer is simple: it’s whatever a buyer will pay. Home sellers determine their “list” or asking price. Home buyers determine the actual sale price. Buyers are smart, and they tend to be savvy about the […]
Archives: August 2017
Want Top Dollar for Your Home? Hire a Real Estate Pro
A quick Google search is all it takes to discover hundreds of new recipes, do-it-yourself projects, and tips about how to stage your home. With so much information available online, especially about the home selling process, many homeowners start to wonder whether it’s faster and more cost-efficient to sell their own homes rather than hiring […]
The One Thing That Every Home Seller Overlooks
When we get called to view a house because the homeowners are thinking of selling and want suggestions about what to do, 90% of the time they need to declutter. Flooring, painting, and low-cost home improvements are good. But filling up boxes to get some of the “stuff” out of the rooms, off counters, and […]
The Ultimate Guide to What’s Happening in August
With so many events happening in the Greater Pittsburgh area, there’s always something fun to do year-round! But this year, summer is ending on a high note with all kinds of concerts, sporting events, and festivals planned for the month of August. If you’re looking for something new, visit one of these featured events happening in […]
Should You Hire a Professional or DIY on Those Home Repairs?
To DIY or not to DIY? That’s the question on many homeowners’ minds when there’s a repair or home improvement project on their to-do lists. The good news is that you can do plenty of things on your own. But for other projects, you’re better off hiring a licensed contractor, plumber, or electrician to do […]