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Blog Entries in October

It's Soup Season!

It's Soup Season!

by Chris Petry Go ahead, laugh it up, sun worshipers. You know and I know, these 70-degree days won’t be able to hold out much longer. If there’s one thing about cold weather, I think we can all agree on, it’s soup. I guess there are dissenters out there somewhere. An old friend of mine once broke up with a girl who told him she didn’t like soup. “How can you unila

Real Life Haunted Real Estate

Real Life Haunted Real Estate

by Chris Petry You know what they say about ghosts and real estate: location, location, location! Look, it’s the middle of October and we’ve yet to post a blog with an exclusively Halloween-y topic. You probably wondered if we’d decided to buck tradition and skip it all together. Still, you’ve been patient, and much like a restless spirit compelled to roam the halls of a

Scholarship Program 2022-2023

Scholarship Program 2022-2023

by Chris Petry Every year at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred & Stouffer Realty, we grant scholarships to three lucky students who exemplify the traits of our Dream Innovate and Grow Scholarship Program. Each student receives $1,000 toward his or her education, every year for up to four years, for a total value of $4,000. It’s the least we can do. We get it: college is ex

Don't Forget to Winterize

Don't Forget to Winterize

by Chris Petry You’d be forgiven for waking up on Monday and believing spring was around the corner, rather than the icy throes of winter. Temperatures have been unseasonably warm, peaking in the late 80s by the late afternoon. Of course, I feel we’ve been saying fall temperatures are “unseasonably warm” for nearly a decade now so maybe it’s not all that unexpected

Is Now The Time To Replace Your Windows?

Is Now The Time To Replace Your Windows?

You may not want to hear this, but the cold weather is coming quicker than you think!  Before the cold temperatures hit, it is important to check if your home needs new windows. If it’s been a while since you last replaced them, now might be the right time! Well-designed windows play a variety of important roles in improving your home’s curb appeal, increasing the amount of nat

Spine-Chilling Sights That Can Scare Buyers Away

Spine-Chilling Sights That Can Scare Buyers Away

In the spirit of the Halloween holiday, we’re taking a look into the spooky, eerie things about a home that will simply scare buyers away. No, we’re not talking about properties that may be rumored to be haunted. Luckily, we’re talking about simply scary things that are simple fixes for sellers! Here are 10 things that will scare buyers away from a home:   1. Horrendo

Perks To Buying A Home In The Fall

Perks To Buying A Home In The Fall

From crisp, cooler mornings and evenings to the aromas of hot apple cider and pumpkin-spiced goodies all around, fall is here! With this bright and beautiful season comes an awesome time for serious home buyers to find their future homes. Here are a few reasons why buying a home in the fall is a great decision!   The “School-Year” Rush is Over You’ve probably heard

Home Staging Tips: Fall Edition

Home Staging Tips: Fall Edition

It pretty much goes without saying that fall is a great time to sell a home. But, did you know that this crisp, cool season also offers an excellent opportunity for sellers to capitalize on some of fall’s bright colors and warm scents to bring in prospective buyers? Here are a few tips for sellers who want to highlight the season in their homes this fall:   1. Start Outside Th

Upcoming Fall Festivities Near The Burgh

Upcoming Fall Festivities Near The Burgh

There are lots of cool fairs, festivals and events going on throughout the Pittsburgh region during fall that you won’t want to miss! Check out our list of upcoming fall events the whole family will enjoy!   Soergel Orchards- Fall Harvest Festival  (September 25- October 31) Soergel Orchards is located north of Pittsburgh in Wexford. Soergel Orchards is a family favorite

Steps Renters Should Take Before Buying a Home

Steps Renters Should Take Before Buying a Home

Renting is a great option for a lot of people just starting out or for those who like maintenance-free living. But did you know that you could be saving money monthly by buying instead of renting? For most people, purchasing their first home is a huge milestone and decision, but it could actually help your wallet in the long run!     Start Budgeting The very first step every