by Barb Bottitta | Aug 19, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Buyers, Home Ownership
Starting out with a “blank slate” can be both a blessing and a curse. The blessing comes if you have enough money to furnish your home with whatever you want from wherever you choose. Furnishing a home on a shoestring, though, takes creativity, an eye for...
by Barb Bottitta | Jul 29, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Ownership
Use these scenarios as a guide to knowing when you should part ways with your current Realtor and opt for one with a better approach. Whether you’re buying or selling a home, your choice of real estate agent will make all the difference in the success of the...
by Barb Bottitta | Jul 22, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Ownership
The Lehigh Valley real estate market is reflective of the current economic recovery. The number of closed sales in June 2013 increased by 9.2% since the same time last year and Lehigh Valley homes are selling 15.4% faster than last year at this time, according to the...
by Barb Bottitta | Jun 24, 2013 | Featured Stories, For Buyers, Home Ownership, Region
It is becoming easier for Lehigh Valley home buyers to get a mortgage loan, as the banks are easing up on the rules just slightly. Overall, our area is experiencing a recovery in the housing market and this is another sign of that. This is encouraging news for...
by Barb Bottitta | Apr 16, 2013 | Featured Properties
Spacious, light and bright describes this home in Parkland’s Cedar Creek Farms on one of the largest lots in the subdivision. Hardwood floors throughout the first level. 2 sided gas fireplace in Family room and office. Eat-in kitchen with an island and sliders...