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Cold Season, Hot Offers: Sell Your House This Winter
When most people think of selling a home, they picture sunny spring days, blooming gardens, and picture-perfect curb appeal. But what if I told you that winter, often overlooked and underestimated, can actually be a strategic time to list your house? Winter sells: real advantages According to industry experts, including a recent write-up by Realtor.com , there are compelling reasons to put your home on the market during the colder months. Less competition = More attention
Marc Winter
4 days ago2 min read


Sell Smart: Your 12-Step Home-Selling Checklist
Selling your house is more than putting up a “For Sale” sign — it’s about preparing your home so buyers walk in thinking, “Yes — this is move-in ready.” If you want to avoid long marketing times, price drops, or heavy negotiations, tackling the prep work ahead of time makes a big difference. Here’s a breakdown of the 12 key things to do before you list your home from realtor.com . 1.Find the right real estate agent Even in a hot market, selling your home solo can be risky and
Marc Winter
Nov 103 min read


Trick or Treat? How Halloween Decor Affects Your Home Sale
October in Tobyhanna, PA is pure autumn magic — crisp air, fiery leaves across the Poconos, and front porches glowing with jack-o’-lanterns. But if your home is on the market this season, you might wonder: Will my Halloween décor attract buyers—or frighten them away? Local real estate experts say the key is balance. A few seasonal touches can make your home feel warm and inviting, but over-the-top spooky setups might distract from what really matters: your home’s best featur
Marc Winter
Oct 172 min read


Why Energy Efficiency Sells Homes Faster
In today’s market, a home’s “green credentials” are no longer just a nice bonus — they’re moving into must-have territory. According to...
Marc Winter
Oct 81 min read


Pets in Rentals: Risks, Rewards, and Rules
Turns out, about 62% of Americans have a pet , and a vast majority treat their animals like family. That’s a lot of people who will...
Marc Winter
Sep 242 min read


Winning Clients with Smarter Digital Marketing
1. Why the Rules Have Changed Last year was rough: high interest rates, inflation, people more cautious with big purchases. If you're in...
Marc Winter
Sep 222 min read


How Including Furniture Could Affect Your Home’s Value and Appeal
Putting your furniture on the market along with your home can seem like a shortcut: one less thing to move, a possibly sweeter deal, and...
Marc Winter
Sep 192 min read


Buying and Selling Simultaneously? Here’s How a Bridge Loan Makes It Less Stressful
Moving from one home to another is stressful enough. It becomes a lot messier when you’re trying to sell your current place and buy a new...
Marc Winter
Sep 153 min read


Why Fresh Paint Still Wins at Home Sales
When it comes to getting a home ready for the market, few updates pack as much punch for the price as a fresh coat of paint. It’s a...
Marc Winter
Sep 82 min read


What's Been Selling in Tobyhanna, PA Lately?
According to Realtor.com , 514 homes have sold recently, and the median sold price is about $320,000 . That's a solid number for a...
Marc Winter
Sep 32 min read


Real Estate Mishaps: Is the Agent or Seller Responsible?
Ever wonder—that moment when you see a dent in the floor after a showing—who’s actually responsible? It’s a common worry for sellers and...
Marc Winter
Aug 252 min read


Tobyhanna, PA Market Overview and Trends as of July 2025
Understanding these trends gives a clearer picture of where things stand today.
Marc Winter
Aug 201 min read


Wallpaper Wins: Trends That Can Help Sell Your Home
Beautiful wallpaper can help your listing stand out—and even influence a sale.
Marc Winter
Aug 182 min read


Selling your Home to Avoid Foreclosure? What To Know About the ‘Equity Exit’ Strategy
Ever heard of an equity exit? It’s basically a smart move you make to sell your home before the bank forecloses. Instead of letting things go south, this approach lets you tap into any leftover equity—pay off your mortgage, settle up, and avoid the credit hit of foreclosure.
Marc Winter
Aug 132 min read


Selling a Parent’s Home? Here’s How To Protect the Property—and the Memories
Selling a parent's home is often an emotional and complex process, filled with both practical challenges and sentimental moments....
Marc Winter
Jul 251 min read


Lawn Paint for Home Staging: Clever Hack or Just a Quick Fix?
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images According to NAR , when putting a home on the market, first impressions count—a lot. We’ve all heard about...
Marc Winter
Jul 213 min read


Home Stagers’ New Secret Weapon: Wireless Lighting
Source: NAR Put a light anywhere in the house—without an electrician or extra wires. Battery-operated and rechargeable lights are...
Marc Winter
Jul 141 min read


The Outdoor Upgrade That Could Boost Your Home’s Value
Source: realtor.com When selling a home, real estate agents emphasize curb appeal, including lawn care. Luckily, with an...
Marc Winter
Jun 252 min read


Investors Are Unloading Their Airbnbs. Why You Should Make One Your Next Home
Source: realtor.com In many vacation spots, too many short-term rentals have led to lower occupancy and shrinking profits. Homeowners now...
Marc Winter
May 22 min read


2025 Home Buyers & Sellers Generational Trends
According to NAR , the combined share of younger boomers (ages 60–69) and older boomers (ages 70–78) rose to 42% of all home buyers in...
Marc Winter
Apr 302 min read
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