Tips to Sell Your Home in the Fall It’s common knowledge that spring is the peak real estate season and the best time of year to sell a house. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t sell (and make a profit) during other times of the year, including the fall. What is the market like for fall real […]
The Difference Between Your Home’s Market and Assessed Value
Understanding your home’s value is an important part of knowing your net worth, what you’ll likely receive if you sell the property and how the local real estate market is faring. Home value is also an integral part of determining how much property tax you’re required to pay the local and state government annually. But depending on […]
How Weather Affects Home Buying and Selling
Many factors affect changes in the housing market. Some may be related to the economy and the business cycle. A lot are based on the psyche of the actual buyers. How comfortable are potential buyers in their jobs? How confident are they with a down payment and monthly payments? Other factors may be more personal: […]
Sponsorships
Howard Hanna Simon Real Estate Services takes pride in being able to give back to the wonderful community that we live in. Here you will see the sponsorships that we have provided to these organizations! Charleroi Area High School Marching Band Night at the Races Looking for a fun night out this month? Come […]
School is In! Is Your Home Ready?
We’re not quite sure where the summer went here at Howard Hanna Insurance Services but, if you haven’t noticed, it’s already time for the new school year! As you think about how to get your kids organized and ready, consider doing the same thing for your home. In many instances, removing clutter also means removing […]
Community Events
2018 Make A Wish Light Up Night FILL THE FISHTANK CAMPAIGN (grant one wish for $4,400). As most are aware, this is the Zombek Christmas Light Displays (214 Williamsburg Drive, Elizabeth) 5th year collecting for Make-A-Wish. Light up night is Saturday, November 24th. Our goal is $12,500 and we are falling short. This year we […]
Why You Should Use an Agent
FAQ: Why should I list my home with an agent? I’m certain that, by now, you’ve heard about this year’s mystifying real estate market. More than likely, you’ve heard the painstaking groans and desperate cries of frustration from a friend or family member looking to purchase a home. If you’re a buyer this year, I’m […]
Hoddy Hanna Taking Howard Hanna to the Next Level
Howard W. “Hoddy” Hanna III’s role has changed dramatically at the company his parents started from a single Pittsburgh office in 1957. The chairman of Hanna Holdings Inc. isn’t as involved as much in the day-to-day operations; he’s focused on strategy. Hanna Holdings includes the subsidiaries Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, Howard Hanna […]
School District Tax Changes in the Area
School District Tax Changes in Area Ringgold Opts for Tax Increase Ringgold School Board was originally prepared to vote Wednesday on a final budget for the 2018-2019 school year that carried no tax increase, but after discussion, the board decided to raise taxes by 2/10ths of a mill for the upcoming school year. The original […]
4th of July Schedule of Events
As the 4th of July approaches, we have comprised a list of all of the fireworks and events that will be taking place around the area. Monongahela Fourth of July Celebration held on July 4th at the Monongahela Aquatorium. Sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Fireworks at 9:45 pm. ***UPDATE 6/30/2018*** Before […]