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How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Pittsburgh

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The most important step to take when selling a house in Pittsburgh – or anywhere for that matter – is finding a real estate agent you feel comfortable with and trust. As with most professions, not every real estate agent is created equal. Some specialize in certain neighborhoods, or certain types of properties. Some are … Continued

Pittsburgh Code Violations

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Have you recently received a letter from the City of Pittsburgh notifying you that your house has a code violation? If so, you’re not alone. There have already been 2,781 Pittsburgh code violations issued from January 1, 2019 – April 29, 2019. Some of the violations issued are easy to resolve, but many involve repairs … Continued

Selling a Damaged Rental Property

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As a Pittsburgh landlord, have you ever had a tenant severely damage or destroy one of your properties? I certainly have, and I can relate to how frustrating, stressful, and expensive it can be. In fact, extensive property damage is one of the top 3 most common concerns of all landlords and property managers. This … Continued

What’s the Best Time of Year to Sell Your House?

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Springtime in Pittsburgh is here (finally)! If you’re thinking about selling your Pittsburgh home this year, most experts agree that Spring is the best time. In fact, Zillow recently wrote an article in which Pittsburgh was mentioned, and it said March 16th – March 31st is the best time to sell your house in Pittsburgh. … Continued

3 Considerations When Selling a Rental Property

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Selling a rental property can be hard. It’s not as easy as putting up a “FOR SALE” sign in the yard and holding an open house. When you sell a multi-family property, tenants must be notified each time a prospective buyer wants to look at the building. Apartment units must be cleaned so that pictures … Continued