Entries by Jeff Schroeffel

Kitchen Renovation in Bethel Park

Homeowners were looking to improve a full bathroom in the South Hills on a reasonable budget. BC Artman renovated their outdated bathroom with a new look, updated plumbing, storage, and shower.

6 Things “Cash for Houses” Victims Wish They Knew

If you need to sell your house quickly, selling for cash often looks like the most attractive option. Companies that buy houses for cash like to tout the process as hassle-free and, above all, very fast.   However, it’s important to remember that if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. While there are certainly some benefits to selling your home to a “Cash for […]

Winter Selling and Buying…Its’ Not as Scary as You May Think.

Here in Pittsburgh, and mostly anywhere with cold winter temperatures, people often decide to opt-out of a winter listing, and instead wait to place their home on the market and opt-in for the busy “Spring Selling Season”. However, this isn’t always the best approach to take. Don’t be fooled into thinking that just because the […]

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Know your Real Estate Holding Costs

Whether you are buying, selling, flipping, or renting, holding costs can be a hidden part of your daily expenses that are often absorbed, but should never be forgotten. What are holding costs? Holding costs (also knows as carrying costs) – Are costs or expenses associated with owning or maintaining a property that an individual or […]

Homebuying Myths

Oftentimes, the thought of homeownership seems daunting and many questions come to mind.  What is the best route to take? Where should I buy?  Would I make a good landlord?  What type of property should I purchase?  Should I start to invest in real estate? I write this post to help debunk certain myths about […]

Buying a Home in Baldwin Township

Many people have searched homes in Baldwin Borough or considered moving to Whitehall. Lots of these buyers are familiar with the Baldwin Whitehall School District and like the community and pace of the South Hills of Pittsburgh. One thing we find is that often buyers forget to check out Baldwin Township. Consider that the average […]