Video: Chester County Housing Market – May 2013

Units Sold

There was an increase in total units sold in May, with 615 sold this month in Chester County Real Estate versus 508 last month, an increase of 21%. This month’s total units sold was higher than at this time last year, an increase of 23% versus May 2012.… Read the rest

Why Sweep Your Oil or Gas Furnace Chimney Flue

by Gino C. Barbati

I have been sweeping and repairing chimneys since 1985. Over the years one of the biggest misconceptions is that homeowners everywhere assume that the heater service company also services the heater chimney flue. THEY DO NOT service your heater flue. For the same reasons we as … Read the rest

Open House Tips: Cleaning House – Secrets of a Truly Deep Clean

Deep clean your house and you’ll brighten rooms and help maintain your home’s value.

De-bug the light fixtures

See that bug burial ground within your overhead fixtures? Turn off the lights and carefully remove fixture covers, dump out flies and wash with hot soapy water. While you’re up there, dust … Read the rest

Video: Chester County Market Minute – April 2013

Units Sold

There was an increase in total units sold in April, with 504 sold this month in Chester County Real Estate versus 407 last month, an increase of 24%. This month’s total units sold was higher than at this time last year, an increase of 15% versus April 2012.… Read the rest

Video: Chester County Market Minute – March 2013

Chester County Market Minute – March 2013

Today’s Market Minute is coming to you on behalf of Timothy Alexander of Long and Foster Real Estate. If you are ready to sell or buy real estate, contact Tim direct at 484-881-2778.

There was an increase in homes sold in March, with … Read the rest

Video: Make the Right Choice When Listing Your Home

Make the Right Choice When Listing Your Home

Choosing the right REALTOR® and the right plan to sell your home is an important decision. You can choose between a marketing plan designed to maximize exposure to all potential buyers — or what is called a Private Exclusive Listing – one … Read the rest

Knox Covered Bridge

Knox Covered Bridge, a photo by Teemu008 on Flickr.

Via Flickr:

Knox Covered Bridge in Valley Forge National Historical Park, a national historic landmark district (1865). It replaced a similar bridge built in 1851.

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