For many first-time home buyers, the idea of a 20% down payment is terrifying. It’s one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership. Maybe you want to own a home someday, but the thought of saving up thousands of dollars for a home purchase has deterred you from seriously considering it. Believe it or not, it […]
Real Estate Improvement Projects Benefit Buyers…and the Overall Community
Whether you’re a buyer looking for a home in Erie County or a business owner thinking of investing in commercial property in the area, you might want to consider buying a “fixer-upper” property rather than buying a newer building or starting from scratch on raw land—and here’s why. What is Does it Mean to Buy […]
5 Things Only Home Sellers Understand
Marsha Marsh: The Importance & Impact of Community Involvement in Erie PA
Erie is more than just a location for our business. Erie is our home. And as such, we at Marsha Marsh Real Estate Services are more than just a business within the community—we are active community members dedicated to giving back and supporting our fellow community members, neighbors, and the community as a whole. Community […]
These Small Home Improvements Can Pay Off Big When Selling
First impressions matter when selling a home. But the first thing buyers see isn’t always your staged living room or upgraded kitchen. The price is the first impression buyers have of your home. The price also determines whether buyers skip over your home or go inside for a better look. Home buyers are attuned to […]
Enjoy the Last of Summer at Presque Isle State Park!
Summer is winding down, but summer and fall fun at Presque Isle State Park certainly isn’t! Spend an afternoon or weekend at the park, enjoying the last of the warm weather, or enjoying some of the unique fall activities the park has to offer. Head to the beach! Enjoy swimming, fishing, or relaxation on 11 […]
Take Your Erie Home Search With You On the Go with Our Mobile App
Now you don’t have to switch to a computer to get all the juicy details on the latest listings in Erie County, PA—you can search homes for sale right from your phone with our super-easy mobile app, “Search Erie Homes”! The app keeps all the features you love about our easy-to-use home search, just optimized […]
How to Use Our Advanced Search Tools to Find Your Dream Home
Feeling overwhelmed by the number of home options available in Erie County? Fortunately, you don’t have to look through miles of listing ads or drive through neighborhoods looking for signs—not when you have our advanced search tool! Now, you can easily search by location, amenities, features, even schools…without ever leaving home! Find Your Location What’s […]
What You Haven’t Considered About Owning a Vacation Home
Wouldn’t it be great to own a place at the beach, in the mountains, or by the lake? If you are seriously considering buying a vacation home, you have probably weighed many of the pros and cons already. But you should carefully consider everything before you buy. Have you taken these additional costs and benefits […]
3 Surprising Ways Public Schools Affect Your House Hunt
It’s back-to-school season. School supplies are front and center in the stores, back-to-school sales are everywhere, and school buses are becoming part of the morning commute. Even if the public school district is not an important factor in your home search, the location of public schools can still have a significant impact on your home […]