Blog Entries in December

Winter by Train

Winter by Train

For today’s topic, let’s rewind the clock back to 1802. In Shropshire, England, on the Welsh border, inventor, engineer (and wrestler interestingly enough) Richard Trevithick, introduces the world’s first steam locomotive. It’s hard today to really explain the revelatory nature of that moment but suffice it to say, the world was forever changed.   Today, steam engine

Holiday Film Favorites

Holiday Film Favorites

Sing it with me, “It’s the most wonderful time of the yeeeeeeeeaaarrr!” Yes, the winter holiday season is upon us. It’s time to grate the nutmeg, hang the mistletoe, decorate the tree, light the menorah, and promise yourself that come January 1st, you’re going to get your diet and finances back on track. Or, maybe not.   Some of the time-honored traditions of t

2023 Resolutions: Budgeting Your Money

2023 Resolutions: Budgeting Your Money

If one of your New Year’s Resolutions is to get a hold of your finances, now is a good time to check in and make sure you are on the right track to tackle your budget. Here are five tips on how to get ahead of your money-saving goals for 2023.     Have a Goal Having a budget goal is the number one thing that will help you track your finances. You will be much more lik

Congratulations To Our December Hockey Mom Of The Month: Kelly Bradley

Congratulations To Our December Hockey Mom Of The Month: Kelly Bradley

Congratulations to our December Hockey Mom Of The Month, Kelly Bradley from Cheswick, Pennsylvania.    Kelly Bradley is truly an inspiration for all hockey moms. Despite being a single mother and having a full-time job, Kelly still finds time to volunteer at various rinks and organizations to help children in Western Pennsylvania have opportunities to play ice hockey. She is the team

Stouffer Realty Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

Stouffer Realty Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

Do you have a hard-to-buy-for cousin or have no clue what to get your significant other for Christmas this year? We’ve got you covered! With the holidays right around the corner, our 2022 gift guide will help you score the best gifts without even leaving the comfort of your own home!   Bartesian Cocktail Machine Snow Blower Charcuterie Board Set Nespresso Always Pan M

Tips To Stay On Budget This Holiday Season

Tips To Stay On Budget This Holiday Season

Now that Thanksgiving is over, it’s time to shift mental gears to the impending holiday shopping season. With so many deals before the holidays arrive, it is incredibly easy to go spend-crazy. But, what if you have financial goals like saving money or making a major purchase, you know, like buying a home, in the next year or so? What can you do to prevent yourself from splurging for the n

College Scholarship Workshop Virtual Webinar Wrap-Up

College Scholarship Workshop Virtual Webinar Wrap-Up

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty held two complimentary 45-minute virtual Scholarship Workshop Webinars for high school students and their parents in early December. The webinars were conducted by former teacher and principal, Todd Van Horn. Todd currently works at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty (PA) as the Vice President of Career Development and is the creato

Holiday Safety Tips

Holiday Safety Tips

The holidays are here! But, before your out of town guests and family arrive at your home, it’s important to consider a few home safety tips. To avoid a Clark Griswold “Christmas Vacation” style accident be sure to follow these tips!    Check Your Christmas Lights Of course, we’re talking about lights. Each year, you should check to make sure that your li

December 2021 Hockey Mom Of The Month

December 2021 Hockey Mom Of The Month

Congratulations to our Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty’s December Hockey Mom Of The Month winner, Billi Marie Meli from Oakmont.   Billi Marie is mom to 10-year-old Carter and 7-year-old Mikaela and is engaged to be married in 2023 to her fiancé, Mike Wilden. In the past two months, Billi Marie received multiple nominations for our Hockey Mom Program. Billi is

Five Holiday Activities In Cleveland

Five Holiday Activities In Cleveland

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, especially in Cleveland. The city and its surrounding areas are filled with holiday activities for all ages to participate in!    Visit The “Christmas Story” House Put on your pink bunny suit and head over to the “Christmas Story” house for a tour of where the movie was filmed! Now restored to its movie splend