Beat the Heat — and Your Air Conditioning Bill — This Summer! Did you know that, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Americans spend about $11 billion each year on air conditioning? That might not be such a surprise if you’re the one who writes the check for your household energy bill every month. Believe […]
How to Turn Your Home into a Vacation Spot
Summers and vacations go together like peanut butter and jelly – after working hard all year, everybody deserves a chance to kick back and relax. But who says you need to travel to far-flung locales to have the holiday you deserve? If you follow these tips, you can create a private sanctuary in your own […]
What to Do and Not Do When Closing on a House
So you’re getting close to closing on a house – congratulations! Once your closing date passes, you’ll become the legal owner of your new home. Between now and the closing date, however, there is still a lot that you’ll need to do. While this will be a busy time, it’s also very manageable! In addition […]
Buying a House: Bidding War Tips
Creating the Perfect Summer Porch
Porches are wonderful spaces to relax and unwind, all the while enjoying the natural beauty of the outdoors. Here are some quick tips and tricks for creating the perfect porch! Pick a Theme Selecting a theme for your space will help when choosing furniture and other pieces in the future. Your porch can be an […]
What Questions Should You Ask When Buying a House?
When it comes to buying a home, you probably have a million questions! Especially if you’re a first-time home buyer, there’s a lot to learn and understand about purchasing a house. Home buying is a process that encompasses many different steps that impact your finances, your lifestyle, and even your emotions. Below are a few […]
Howard Hanna Adds Virtual Showings to Online Offerings
Rostraver Twp, PA (May 29, 2020) – The #1 family-owned real estate company in the country recently added scheduled virtual open houses and showings to its industry-leading real estate technology stack. The company, which was the first real estate brokerage to offer all of its listings online in the 1990s, is yet again leading the charge […]
Howard Hanna’s President Discusses Company’s Response to COVID-19 With Smart Business NetworK
Howard W. “Hoby” Hanna, IV, President of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, recently appeared as a guest on the Smart Leaders podcast, hosted by Smart Business Network. During the podcast, Hoby spoke about the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, providing an overview of its impact on Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. He also discussed his predictions for […]
7 Things To Know and Expect Before Becoming A Real Estate Agent
8 Spring Home Maintenance Projects You Should Do This Season
Spring brings longer days and warmer weather, both of which make it easier for us to plan and take on important spring home maintenance tasks. From repairing property damage to preparing for summer, there are a number of things that we should do to “tune up” a home’s major systems and features. Doing so doesn’t […]