Greater Pittsburgh Area Real Estate Blog
You may have heard that getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the most important step you can take before buying a home. But unless you’ve done your research, you probably aren’t aware of all the amazing benefits that come with having a pre-approval letter in hand. Why You Shouldn’t Skip Getting Pre-Approved for Your Mortgage […]
Even if you aren’t thinking about buying a home, you may have heard that mortgage rates have plunged to record lows. That may seem like great news, but it’s hard to know just how much you’re saving by taking advantage of rock-bottom rates. Here’s what you need to know about today rates…and how they’ve changed […]
As summer comes to a close and we start looking towards the holiday season, you may be wondering if now is still a good time to list your home. If you’ve lived in the same house for a while, you could stand to make a pretty huge profit if you sell right now. In fact, […]
Receiving your first offer is one of the most exciting parts of selling your home. And while it might seem like the hard work is finally over, the negotiation process is actually just getting started. Even in a seller’s market, negotiating with a buyer can require quite a bit of time, skill, and guidance from […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic closed down most businesses in the Pittsburgh area, many would-be buyers and sellers opted to put their home buying and selling dreams on hold. But now that businesses are reopening and life begins returning to normal, the market has seen a resurgence—many shoppers are serious about buying a home! Many Are […]
We’ve had a pretty unconventional year for real estate, both across the country and right here in Pittsburgh. A global pandemic and the subsequent economic downturn may not have been in the forecast, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t still eager to buy and sell homes. As we continue to adapt to a new normal, […]
Picture this: you’ve found a seemingly perfect home in just the right neighborhood. It has every single one of your must-haves, plenty of space, and even all of the features you want. But on the tour, your agent spots a few big problems, like a crack in the foundation or signs of water damage. Should […]
Here in Pittsburgh and across the nation, we’re seeing a huge spike in first-time homeownership. According to a recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes that were sold in June, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. Are you thinking about buying […]
If you’re thinking about listing your home, you’ve probably heard that we’re in a seller’s market right now. As inventory dwindles and buyer interest intensifies, it’s not uncommon to see properties sell just hours after they’re listed, sometimes even tens of thousands above their original asking price. This may seem like an ideal scenario, but […]
The weather is getting hotter, which means more homes are finally hitting the market here in Pittsburgh! Although the ongoing pandemic halted our busy spring selling season, we’ve seen more and more new listings throughout the summer, which is good news for anyone looking to make a move. However, as home prices continue to rise […]
