Kathe’s Blog
An Ongoing Column Offering News, Advice, and Observations: All About The Real Estate Market in Pittsburgh, PA.
Legalities You Need to Know
What legal considerations should I be aware of when buying or selling a home? Buying a home involves many legal components. Most buyers focus on how the house looks and give very little thought to the most important pieces of the transaction. One key legal...
Avoiding Mistakes Homebuyers Make
What are some common mistakes homebuyers make and how can I avoid them?One of the initial mistakes homebuyers often make the mistake of not getting pre-approved for a mortgage before starting their home search. This oversight can lead to disappointment if they find a...
Increasing Your Property Value
What are some cost-effective ways to increase the value of my property before putting it on the market? Boosting the value of your property doesn't always require significant financial investment. There are several cost-effective strategies that can enhance your...
Breaking News
Many of you may have already heard about the proposed settlement from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) in regard to commissions. Don’t believe the sensational headlines. Commissions have not been slashed nationwide! Our media has become so sensational in...
Elections and Real Estate
As a homeowner considering selling, I'm curious to know how election years typically affect the housing market. Research indicates that election years indeed introduce notable dynamics into the real estate market. Studies suggest that during these periods, and...
The Importance of listing your home on the MLS
We have heard rumors lately of some homes selling outside of the MLS. This seems like it might be easier if we want to sell our home. How would you advise us? When inventory is very tight as it is currently, there are desperate buyers out there and many of them are...