Blog Entries in November
Tips For Winterizing Your Home This Season
'Tis the season to be… winterizing your home. Luckily, Mother Nature has been pretty gentle on most of us so far this holiday season. So, if you haven’t prepped your home for that perpetual snowfall that she is likely to heave at us at any time now, it is time to do so before it is too late! But with all of the shopping, baking, wrapping and other festive holiday happenings tha
Congratulations To Our November Hockey Mom Of The Month
Congratulations to Alissa Smith-Sumner from New Castle, our first Hockey Mom winner for the 2022-2023 Pittsburgh Penguins hockey season! Alissa not only dedicates her time and talents to the local hockey organization, but also to her husband, Dan, and their five children. Two of her children play ice hockey for the Lawrence County Lightning organization, playing out of the Hess Ice Arena in New Ca
Budgeting As First Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is a very exciting time, but many first-time homebuyers are unaware of the added expenses come closing time. If you are planning on purchasing your first home soon, make sure you do the necessary budgeting to avoid any surprises at the closing table. Closing Costs In addition to your down payment, you will also have closing costs to factor i
How To Tidy Up Your Yard Before Cold Weather Hits
It’s getting close to the season for hanging holiday lights, stringing garland, and filling your home with your favorite seasonal decorations. Before you go crazy decking your home’s exterior with holiday cheer, make sure you don’t forget about a few important maintenance must-dos that will protect your lawn long past the holiday season. Get Rid of The Leaves If y
Real Estate Terms You Should Know: Contingent
When a homebuyer makes a purchase offer, and the seller accepts, the home is considered under contract as long as certain “contingencies” are met that protect the buyer. These contingencies allow enough time for the buyer and their lender to get the information they need to comfortably move forward with the transaction. If the contingencies aren’t or can’t be met, the bu
November 2021 Hockey Mom Of The Month
Congratulations to Christine Greene from Johnstown, our first Hockey Mom winner this year! Christine is mom to 13-year-old Ethan and 18-year-old Faith and has been married to her husband Ryan for 20 years! It was her son Ethan, from the Allegheny Badgers Bantam, A Minor Gold Team, that nominated his mom for all that she does for him, his team, and their church community.
Scholarship Opportunity Dream, Innovate, Grow 2021-2022 Program
Are you or someone you know planning on attending college in the fall? If so, now is the time to be applying for scholarships! Finding scholarships to apply for can be overwhelming, but we will make it easy for you by introducing our Dream, Innovate, Grow Scholarship. Each year, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stouffer Realty hosts a scholarship program, open to all high school studen
Housewarming Gift Guide
While it can be a stressful experience, moving to a new place is certainly worth celebrating. If you're hunting for the perfect housewarming gift for a special person in your life, you might be torn between personal and practical options. Luckily, there are tons of great gifts to purchase they will be sure to love. Find the perfect gift for that new homeowner in our gift guide here! &
Apartment Decorating Mistakes To Avoid
Living in an apartment means making the most of the space you have! Fortunately, for apartment dwellers, there are a number of tips and tricks that will help maximize your square footage. However, there are also a number of common apartment decorating mistakes that plague small spaces. Below are some common apartment decorating mistakes – avoid these and you will living large! O
Safety Tips While Decorating for the Holidays
The holiday season is here! No matter if you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or all three, this year especially it’s time to show your holiday spirit! Decorating your home for the holidays is one of the simple joys that you can participate in as a whole family! While decorating this year, it is important to follow a few safety measures to ensure that you will have a happy and healthy
