Discover the 5 must-have facets of a home that shouldn’t be compromised—from location and school districts to open floor plans and knowing your neighbors.
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Living Stress-Free In Your Community
To feel at home in our community, be it a neighborhood, apartment complex, or a condominium complex, it’s important that we communicate with our neighbors. While it can be a challenge to remain simpatico with everyone in our proximity, the outcome of a healthy co-existence is a stronger, safer society.
Unfortunately, a recent report by City Observatory suggests that nearly a third of people have never interacted with their neighbors. There could be several reasons for this, including more time spent using media (television, social media, video games, etc.) in isolation, more solo transportation to and from work, a lack of physical activity, and sadly, a nearly 30% increase since the 1970’s in the overall distrust of anyone outside of our immediate circle.
The Perks of Energy Efficient Homes
From temperature control to substantial monthly savings on utilities, energy efficient homes have a number of benefits homeowners should keep in mind. While it is true that renovating a home to be energy efficient can be a laborious process, building a new home with the right materials takes no more time than traditional construction.
6 Easy Car Care Tips for Hot Weather
It seems like summer is a more relaxed time for most things. We spend more time outdoors and away from home on road trips. The warmer months, however, provide some challenges for our personal vehicles. Following these 6 easy tips will keep you in good shape through the summer and fall seasons:
Best 7 Tips to Pest-Proof Your Home
If you’re like those of us in the northwest corner of Pennsylvania, you’re ready for the sunny and warm days ahead. But you might not be happy with the pests that come along with summertime!
When the temps start rising, those unwanted visitors begin waking up and are looking for food. Will your home be their best source? Even the best custom-built homes can fall prey to pests if we’re not vigilant. The reasons why pests see you as an easy target might surprise you! The apple pie sitting out on the counter isn’t the only trigger. If you take the following steps, you can prevent those creepy-crawlies:
Guess that’s why they call it the shoes
Someone wants to walk in your shoes. You’re probably wondering, “What do shoes have to do with Maleno building homes, renting apartments, and selling real estate?” Read until the end and we’ll tell you. . .
Best 5 New Year Resolutions to Build Upon!
We all have them. We all break them. This year, we’re helping you to make 5 attainable New Year’s resolutions—and none have to do with your weight!
Top 9 Tips When Leaving Home for an Extended Time
You’re going on that extended dream vacation you’ve been planning all year! Or perhaps you’re going to your seasonal get-away home. Relax and enjoy your time away by preparing your home before you take off. Follow these 9 important tips and leave with ease!
12 Practical Winterizing Tips with A Few Surprises!
Every year at this time, we in the Northwest corner of Pennsylvania start dreading the upcoming winter weather. Not only do we know we’re going to be cold, but we worry about heating bills and driving in icy conditions. We’ve put together a few tips for helping you prepare for the winter ahead. By following these simple ideas, you’ll be able to stop worrying and begin enjoying this beautiful, invigorating season. A few, old-fashioned tips may surprise you!
Top 7 Questions for Choosing a First-Rate Realtor!
Did you know people purchase a home every 7-10 years, on average? Chances are good that you’ll work with a realtor at some point in your life. Most of us need help with navigating through the real estate process: the laws, property, and market values, buying or selling a home, and contracts and negotiations. This is not the time to be uninformed or to make decisions with your heart! Regardless of your location, interview potential realtors by asking these questions:
