There’s always something happening in the Greater Pittsburgh area, whether it’s attending a small performance by a local band or a massive festival downtown. The month of June alone will be jam-packed with outdoor concerts, free movies, summer camps for kids, farmers’ markets, art programs, and more! Experience These Awesome Events This June Bring out your […]
Category Archives: Pittsburgh Home Buyers
One of Our Pet Peeves — The Pittsburgh Home Square Footage Dilemma
As Pittsburgh real estate agents, we gather and obtain a lot of information about a house when we are getting ready to list it. We interview the current owners, do research through a variety of resources, measure rooms, take photos, talk to neighbors, visit social media pages, etc. Our local multi-list system requires a substantial […]
The Best Place to Retire is Actually Pittsburgh
When people think of retirement destinations, cities in Florida may come to mind because of the beautiful weather, ample amenities, and low-maintenance homes. But this past year, Forbes put Pittsburgh on its annual list of the Top 25 Best Places to Retire for many of the same reasons! Why Pittsburgh Earned a Top Spot Forbes rattles off a list of statistics about […]
6 Winter Adventures Worth Adding to Your Bucket List
Thinking of bundling up and hibernating in your home this winter? Don’t. There are just as many (if not more!) things to do in Pittsburgh in the winter as there are in the summer. These activities are a must for any Pittsburgh resident. Stay safe and have fun! 1. Go Ice Skating in Downtown Pittsburgh […]
The “Just Right” Pittsburgh Real Estate Team: NOT A Fairy Tale
Remember the story of Goldilocks and the three bears? And the too hot, too cold and just right porridge? Let’s agree that buying or selling a home or investment property in Pittsburgh is a much bigger deal than eating a bowl of porridge. And let’s also agree that when you are buying or selling real estate, […]
The Secret That Other Real Estate Agents Won’t Tell You About Zillow
You may have heard that using Zillow is the worst way to search for homes, in Pittsburgh and in general. After all, a large national real estate site such as Zillow may often display “incorrect or outdated information,” according to this IndyStar article, and it has often caused headaches because of its inaccurate home value tool. But […]
Why People Can’t Get Enough of Pittsburgh
It seems like Pittsburgh has been #1 on all the Top Ten lists recently. Of course, we’re not complaining. But why are all of these pop culture sites and established publications praising Pittsburgh right now? One reason could be its drastic shift from Steel City to Tech City, as leaders in innovation have taken over Pittsburgh’s industrial warehouses […]
Lease with a Right to Purchase: Easily Take the Step to Homeownership
Great news for Pittsburgh renters: Home Partners of America just expanded its Lease with a Right to Purchase program into the Pittsburgh market. If you have been thinking about buying a home in Pittsburgh but want to rent in the short-term, this program is a great option to easily transition from renting to owning a home. About […]
3 Ways Pittsburgh Will Own 2016
2015 was a year of change for Pittsburgh. Old businesses closed. New restaurants opened. The skylines all across the area are (and will soon be) changing with latest developments: new apartments in Lawrenceville, an office building Oakland, condos in the Strip District, and this skyscraper in Downtown Pittsburgh. By many accounts, 2015 was a good year for […]
What You Need to Know About Pittsburgh Condos
So, you want to buy a condo in Pittsburgh. You’ve made a great choice! The Pittsburgh area is a fantastic place to call home because it offers something for just about every resident — rolling hills, urban excitement, affordable homes, and luxurious condos. Pittsburgh Condos Are Unique Living in Pittsburgh is different from living in a […]