Blog Entries in February
Congratulations To Our February Hockey Mom: Jessica Webb
We are pleased to announce that Jessica Webb from Greensburg is the winner of the February Hockey Mom award for the 2022-2023 Pittsburgh Penguins hockey season! Jessica is a force to be reckoned with in her community and beyond, as she juggles her roles as a full-time nurse, a hockey mom, and the President of the Greensburg-Salem High School Hockey Club, a role that she has held for the past 3 yea
How To Avoid Buyers Remorse
A recent survey of homebuyers who purchased a home in 2021 and 2022 found that 72% had buyer’s remorse. Thirty-one percent paid over asking price, a median of $65,000; 36% made offers without seeing the home; and 43% made concessions to sellers such as waiving a home inspection. If you’re planning to buy a home in 2023, how can you avoid buyer’s remorse syndrome? Ge
Struck By Cupid? Signs That You’ve Found “The One”
Sweaty palms… weak knees… butterflies in your stomach… all are sure signs of attraction, but could they mean that you’ve found “The One?” Cupid has many ways of revealing himself, but what about when it comes to your home search? In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, let’s admit it: most mortgages last as long as some relationships! So, when you&rs
How To Keep Your House Plants Alive During The Winter
Ohio winters mean gray days and cold temperatures. The combination of these two things might have your houseplants longing for summer and warmer weather. Now that we are in the heart of winter, it's time to give your houseplants a little extra attention to help them survive the rest of the season. Check out our tips below on how to help your houseplants thrive this winter! Move Pl
Congratulations To Our February Hockey Mom
Congratulations to our Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty’s February Hockey Mom, Michelle Hinds from Oakdale, PA. Michelle currently volunteers her time to assist both the Chartiers Valley Hockey Club and the Mt. Lebanon Hornets organization that her son Luke plays for. Over the past few years, Michelle has dedicated her time to a variety of different roles in b
Tips For Home Buyers Purchasing A Fixer Upper
If you are currently in the market for a new home, you may be feeling a little hopeless with the lack of options. If you find yourself having a hard time finding your dream home, one solution is to buy a fixer upper and create your dream home from scratch. Purchasing a fixer upper can be an intimidating process, but if you follow these tips and tricks your renovation will be done before you know i
Pros To Listing Your Home In The Winter
The weather outside might be cold, but that is no reason for home sellers to think their potential for selling during winter can’t be hot. In fact, there are certain perks to listing your home in winter that spring and summer sellers simply don’t get to enjoy. Want to know more? Check out our 5 pros to listing your home this winter. Less Competition Because many people be
Indoor Plants That Will Make It Through The Winter
Cold weather tends to keep some of us indoors during the long winter months. But there is some hope in battling the cabin fever that can make us feel a little blue. This winter season, try to add in some pops of color with a little green. Houseplants are a great way to bring some fresh air and greenery into your home during winter. Fiddle Leaf Fig The leafy green tree, commonly see
The Best Closet Organization Hacks
Now that we are getting a little bit closer to daylight savings, it’s time to think about spring cleaning. Getting your closet organized is a great place to start! Even the largest homes with the most spacious closets can use a little organization. This can be the perfect weekend activity for the few remaining cold and dreary days. Here are the best closet organizatio
Congratulations to our Hockey Mom Winner of February!
Congratulations to Kylie Bryner, our first Hockey Mom winner of 2021! Kylie, mom to 7-year-old Weston and 4-year-old Wyatt, is a registered nurse who is no stranger to helping others. This includes volunteering as a medic for the FAYHA Ice Miners Mite and Peewee games. Volunteering helps the organization save money as an on-medic is required for each PAHL game. In add
