You know what they say about a great team? A great team is one that can overcome adversity. The Pittsburgh Steelers are proving that this year. They lost Willie Parker for a few games and in came their backup to fill the void. Last night they lost Big Ben and Leftwich filled in without missing a beat. Great things happen to great teams.
I think Prudential Preferred Realty is a great team and we are proving it by taking the game to the next level. We have to constantly be on the lookout for where our next client is coming from. Be it online, networking, a neighbor, friend, friend of a friend. I think the key is to be EVERYWHERE you can be. The more exposure you can have for yourself and your company the better. They say that the buyer of a property first sees his/her new house online 90% of the time (I think it's higher). If you are not maximizing your online exposure with every bit available you may be missing out on that next client.
I'm not saying that you should abandon the things you have done in the past - just that you should be online if you want to survive in the future.
Good Luck! Have a Productive Day!
Should Buyers Use a Real Estate Professional
With just the stroke of a few keys, you can find myriad resources on the Internet to help you in your search for a new home. Besides property listings, you can find out about specific communities, schools and mortgage options. Prudential Real Estate has made three great resources - Environmental Profile, Property Profile and Value Range Estimate - available on prudential.com/realestate that provide detailed real estate information just by keying in a U.S. property address.
With this wealth of information at your disposal, do you really need a real estate professional to represent you? Absolutely.
Think of it this way, when you go to an unfamiliar place, sure you could do a self-guided tour. However, your tour is much more rewarding and enriching when you have someone who is familiar with the location to guide you along because he or she has inside knowledge on the history, culture and stories that you may not have otherwise received.
The same can be said about sales professionals. Their role is more than someone to drive you around from property to property. They can be a great resource, especially to homebuyers relocating from other communities. He or she knows the local area including home values, taxes, utility costs, and school data, and may even be knowledgeable about resources pertaining to your special interests or needs. For instance, should you require help relocating an aging parent with you, your real estate professional may be able to direct you to local services or organizations for the elderly.
A sales professional can familiarize you with the processes involved in buying a home, alert you to potential risks, help you determine how much house you can afford, explain alternative financing strategies, as well as provide tremendous moral support.
Another benefit is having a strong advocate during the negotiating process. Sales professionals can help you objectively evaluate an offer then work to negotiate a favorable contract. During the process, he or she will review the contract and obligations before you sign, explain how contingencies and release clauses work, and so on.
And something easy to overlook is our familiarity with the complexity and risks inherent in the process. In the years I have been practicing I have been continually amazed at how quickly a seemingly simple transaction can grow legally complex and risky. When complex questions arise, a sales professional can help you quickly locate an attorney or other licensed professionals whose services you may require, such as home inspectors, engineers, surveyors and lenders.
As your single point of contact, a sales professional can manage the entire transaction including coordinating inspections, keeping in touch with the other real estate professionals, managing the documentation for the loan process, monitoring deadlines associated with contingencies, providing applicable paperwork, estimating closing costs, and helping prepare for a smooth and uneventful closing.
If you're about to begin the process of buying or selling a home, consider involving a real estate professional. When the stakes are high, it's comforting to have a specialist by your side.
Home Sales in South Side, PA for September, 2008
Address List Price Sold Price Days on Market
38 Windhom Hill Place $575,000 $608,368 187
938 Pretense Way $322,900 $292,000 138
2126 Wharton St $279,900 $290,000 55
1734 Wharton St $269,900 $255,000 136
2106 Fox Way $196,000 $186,000 58
130 S. 22nd St #3D $175,000 $169,500 109
92 S. 22nd Street $149,900 $142,000 160
102 S. 26th Street $149,900 $130,000 176
134 S. 11th Street $148,000 $146,000 176
103 S. 17th Street $108,000 $106,895 199
74 St. Patrick Street $ 87,500 $ 76,500 48
The South Side of Pittsburgh is best known for its unique and eclectic atmosphere offering everything from upscale ethnic restaurants to vintage antique parlors. SouthSide Works enhanced the success of the existing East Carson Street business district by incorporating one-of-a-kind national and local retailers, exclusive restaurants and high-end urban living units, into the fabric of the well-known South Side community
Are you looking to buy or sell Real Estate in the South Side? - give me a call!!!
Adam Anderson
Prudential Preferred Realty
(724) 941-3000 x26
(412) 916-6205 Cell
www.prudentialpreferred.com
Home Sales in South Park, PA for September, 2008
Address List Price Sold Price Days on Market
2060 Stagecoach Dr $229,900 $227,500 183
1801 Ridge Road $229,000 $212,000 95
1980 Hertford $222,500 $223,000 59
1237 Barnstaple Dr $189,900 $184,000 130
1479 Greenbriar $179,900 $168,500 177
2628 Chalet Lane $179,900 $175,000 95
3629 Falmouth Dr $170,000 $170,000 46
113 Sylvania Dr $159,900 $156,500 54
1028 Barnsley Dr $139,500 $139,500 104
4097 Outlook $119,900 $112,000 134
650 Hidden Ridge #304 $118,800 $118,800 216
1501 Roosevelt $116,500 $116,500 18
1530 Roosevelt $ 75,000 $ 75,000 5
South Park Township, located approximately twelve miles south of Pittsburgh, is a growing community, rich in history dating back to the 1700's. The Township, formerly known as Snowden Township, encompasses over 5,800 acres and includes the areas of Library, Broughton and Snowden.
The area of Library was the name given to an area once known as "Loafers' Hollow". Residents considered the name "Loafers' Hollow" inappropriate and changed the name to Library in honor of the first library established in this area in 1833 by John Moore. The area of Broughton was once called Curry and was renamed Broughton in order to avoid confusion. The Snowden area was named after Judge John Snowden of Pittsburgh.
South Park Township has grown from a population of 831 in the 1900's to a current estimated population of 14,340. South Park is one of the few communities in Allegheny County that has enjoyed a growth in population.
The park-like setting of South Park has attracted many families to settle here. The majority of the Township is composed of residential housing. This is further evidenced by the increased construction of new homes in the area.
Perhaps one reason for South Park's growth is the Township's commitment to serving the community. From providing the basic essentials such as police protection, two fine volunteer fire departments, emergency medical service and public works to the much desired services such as comprehensive recreation program and a first-rate public library, the Township is dedicated to serving the residents the best way possible.
Are you looking to buy or sell Real Estate in South Park - give me a call!!!
Adam Anderson
Prudential Preferred Realty
(724) 941-3000 x26
(412) 916-6205 Cell
www.prudentialpreferred.com
Home Sales in Jefferson Hills, PA for September, 2008
Address List Price Sold Price Days on Market
123 Stettler Drive $310,000 $288,000 22
Lot 1 Shellbark $265,900 $265,000 169
3001 Thomas Jefferson $209,900 $205,000 168
2605 Ridge Road $144,900 $143,500 12
409 W. Deer Park Dr $119,900 $110,000 113
115 Roberts Drive $100,000 $ 93,000 60
329 Joan of Arc Ct $89,900 $ 86,000 10
Jefferson Hills is nestled in the rolling hills of western Pennsylvania, Jefferson Hills is located twelve miles south of Pittsburgh. Suburban yet with a distinct rural character, Jefferson Hills has convenient access to major highways and interstates. With a low crime rate and the protection of three firestations, Jefferson Hills is an ideal community to raise a family or locate a business. Jefferson Regional Medical Center, is located in the community while a major regional shopping mall, Century III is just minutes away. A top-notch school system, several parks, scenic surroundings and a local library help make this a community we are proud to call home.
Are you looking to buy or sell Real Estate in Jefferson Hills - give me a call!!!
Adam Anderson
Prudential Preferred Realty
(724) 941-3000 x26
(412) 916-6205 Cell
www.prudentialpreferred.com
Adam has been involved with the real estate market in Pittsburgh for over 8 years. Adam understands the importance of online marketing. Text or Call Adam today! (412) 916-6205
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