Greater Pittsburgh Area Real Estate Blog
Key Points: Has this year made you realize you need more space as you spend more time at home? Currently, real estate is in high demand, as there are a staggering number of buyers and a limited supply of homes available. Want to find your dream home today? Reach out to the Jim Dolanch team […]
Today’s home buyers are navigating a market that’s more competitive than ever thanks to low inventory and high demand. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a successful offer. Don’t lose out on your next dream home! Get […]
Key Points: A primary home accounts for 90% of the total wealth of a family in the United States. Because real estate typically increases in value over time, owning a home is considered one of the soundest investments you can make. If you’re a first-time buyer, homeownership will always be a great opportunity to build […]
Key Points: According to new projections, 2020 is poised to be one of the best winter sales seasons on record. Despite the pandemic, we’re still likely to end the year with more homes sold overall in 2020 than in 2019. Mortgage rates are expected to stay low, while prices keep skyrocketing. Now is the time to […]
Although things haven’t quite returned to normal here in Pittsburgh and across the nation, buyer activity has still surged since the beginning of the year. Record-low interest rates have helped to boost market momentum all the way into fall, but many are wondering if this trend is here to stay. Here’s everything you need to […]
Though many feared economic instability in early 2020 would lead to a real estate slowdown, the market has actually been booming this summer and fall here in Pittsburgh. Record-low interest rates and changing home needs have led to a surge in buyer demand—and a lot of buying competition. A booming market is good, but it […]
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, […]
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, […]
