by Barb Bottitta | Jan 14, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Buyers, Home Ownership, LV Homes
As the real estate market starts to show signs of stabilization, the window of opportunity is opening for new buyers. If you’re a first-time home buyer in the Lehigh Valley, chances are you may be searching for homes in the affordable price range of up to...
by Barb Bottitta | Jan 7, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Sellers, Prepare Home for Sale
No matter how the economy is doing or how the real estate market is fluctuating, there are 5 key factors that will not change when putting your home up for sale. These five things will position your home to be a step ahead of the competition, while allowing buyers to...
by Barb Bottitta | Dec 10, 2012 | Featured Stories, Region
There are still many locations in the Lehigh Valley where you can drop off your new, unwrapped toys to donate to needy children through the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation of Allentown. Children of all ages are going to be without presents this Christmas season, and...
by Barb Bottitta | Dec 3, 2012 | Featured Stories, For Sellers, Prepare Home for Sale
Selling your home this holiday season? Since there may not be as many buyers searching for their new home during the Winter, you’ll want to make your home a festive, buyer friendly environment that sets your home apart from the competition. Start Outside...
by Barb Bottitta | Nov 26, 2012 | Featured Stories, Region
Heading to a Christmas tree farm on a crisp weekend morning is a family tradition for so many, and if you live in the Lehigh Valley, there are a number of places where you can go to pick the perfect one! Did you know that Pennsylvania has more Christmas tree farms...
by Barb Bottitta | Nov 12, 2012 | Entertainment, Family, Featured Stories, Region
The holidays are a special time of year for the Lehigh Valley area, as residents and visitors from all over join together to take part in the variety of events that can be found across the region. In fact, Bethlehem is affectionately known as the “City of...
by Barb Bottitta | Nov 5, 2012 | Featured Stories, For Sellers
It’s quite common to think that the Spring is the best time to put a home up for sale, and while the number of buyers increases that time of year, there are other advantages unique to the Fall and Winter seasons. Here are 4 reasons sellers shouldn’t wait...
by Barb Bottitta | Oct 29, 2012 | Featured Stories, Home Ownership
Having a home that is both pet and people friendly may seem like a challenge, but with a little knowledge and the right items in place, you can create a comfortable, visually appealing, and easier-to-clean home. The first thing to keep in mind is that creating a safe...
by Barb Bottitta | Oct 15, 2012 | Featured Stories, Home Ownership
As we head into the coldest months of the year here in the Lehigh Valley, many homeowners are wondering what they can do to save money on their electric bill. Even the smallest of changes can add up to significant savings, helping to keep your budget intact. There...