Heather's Bucks County Real Estate Blog

I put an offer in on a property in a downward trending market today.  I included my comps showing that the price that we offered is fair.  It's not a "Seriously?  That's the Offer?" offer. It does have a basis in reality.  The reality is that prices are eroding in the area, and there are a ton (a...

 St. Patty's Day ParadeMarch 15th, Starting at 10:30 a.m.New Falls Road in LevittownParade will start at St. Joseph the Worker School and go to Wistar Road Don't miss this annual parade held in Levittown.  Bring a chair, a bag for the candy that's thrown to the kids, and some shamrock headbands (...

I met Buyers and their Agent at one of my listings today.  They were doing their home inspection. After the typical meet and greet, I asked them, "Are you excited?""YES!" the woman said enthusiastically, and she and her boyfriend looked at each other and giggled a little bit.  Oh, they were happy...

Aw, yeah! Time for some fun now! Who here has attempted to house shop with kids along for the ride? (Heather raises hand) It's crazy, and chaotic, and quite frankly - kinda sucks. My husband and I shopped with a wild (like REALLY wild) 2 year old and a newborn and I still want to drink when I thi...

Oh Fixer Upper House, how you make my heart go pitter pat! The possibilities are endless, the equity abundant. You've been waiting for me your whole life, and Here I AM!I'll give you a good scrubbing, painting, carpeting, termite treatment, roof and siding and you'll be good as new. I'll gussy yo...

An avalanche of tax liens to hit Bucks this weekThe Bucks County Tax Claim Bureau is expecting to notify over 10,000 homeowners of liens placed on their homes as a result of back property taxes owed. The bureau estimates that 80 percent are a result of mortgage companies rather than delinquent ta...

When selling your home in Bucks County, it's a good idea for you or your REALTOR to call your local township and ask if there is a U&O (Use and Occupancy) permit required for residential resales.  Many townships have these permits, and the requirements differ from township to township.  The permi...

This Sunday, I held an open house at my listing at 122 Elderberry Drive in Levittown.  There was an advertising glitch, and while the home appeared in the paper, it did not print with a recently reduced price, or open house.  So, I went on-line only, and posted the open house on our company websi...

I was showing homes on Thursday, and I've come to the conclusion that a cookie can make a big difference.  We toured several properties in the same neighborhood.  The first property we walked into, the Seller had left a small plate of cookies by the brochures.  But it wasn't just the cookies - it...

  122 Elderberry DriveLevittown, PA 19054Just Reduced to $275,000    Please join me this Sunday 2/17 from 1-3 and tour this newly renovated home.  New features include:  Siding, Windows, HVAC, Central Air, Doors, Carpeting, Paint, and Landscaping.  The new kitchen features maple cabinets, granite...