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Pool Safety 101

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1. Fencing When you picture a home pool, you should always picture a fence, especially here in PA where there are strict fencing rules! In PA, inground pools more than 24 inches deep must have a fence on all 4 sides of the pool that is at least 4 feet high. We also recommend having … Continued

Things to do In Pittsburgh – Memorial Day 2021

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Memorial Day weekend is the official kick off to summer! With many restaurants and venues re-opening, Memorial Day weekend is a great reason to get out and celebrate. Memorial Day 2021 is May 28 – May 31, so if you do not have plans already, keep reading to discover a few ways you can celebrate … Continued

How to Baby Proof Your Home

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If you have a baby or toddler and have been wracking your brain on how to baby proof your home, you’ve come to the right place! I have a 20 month old son, so I have spent the majority of the last year finding something new that I need to babyproof everyday. Whether you are … Continued

Why You Should Move to Brentwood, PA

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3. Strong Community Brentwood Borough is always organizing fun community events! Take a drive down Brownsville Rd and you will most always find a banner for the next outdoor event. Most recently, Brentwood hosted a Food Truck Round Up with five food trucks at the park last weekend. Brentwood also holds outdoor movie nights, 4th … Continued

Why We Do What We Do

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If you are interested in renting from us, check out our Rental Information page to see if we have any available rental properties and information on our rental qualifications. You’ll hear me say it at every move in to our tenants, our number one goal at Cork Valley Properties is for our tenants to make … Continued

Tis the Season for Spring Cleaning

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3. Final Polish With everything having a home, time to clean the space! Dust off the dust bunnies, vacuum, and mop the floor. Wipe down surfaces and wash furniture covers and pillows. Clean out the fridge and oven and the inside of your kitchen cabinets. Wipe down your mirrors and windows, let that sunshine in! … Continued

How to List a Property for Rent

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1. Decide on Monthly Rent Before listing your property, you have to decide on a monthly rent. Do your research on comparable properties that are currently listed for rent or have recently been listed. Keep in mind the upgrades you have to offer in your property such as parking, air conditioning, laundry facilities, and yard … Continued

Interior Decorating 101

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1. Hone in on a Style One of the overwhelming hurdles when interior decorating is honing in on what style you want to pursue in your space. There are many styles to choose from, so start broader and think if you want something more modern or classic. Then narrow down your ideas further. Maybe you … Continued

How to Garden in a Rental Property

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1. Grow Herbs on Your Windowsill When getting creative about what to plant and grow at your rental property, start easy with herbs! Herbs are great plants to start with because they are easy (you can buy kits online!) and useful since you can use them in your cooking. Easy herbs to start with are … Continued

Things to do in Pittsburgh This Spring

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1. Go on Local Hikes Even though Pittsburgh is a big city, it has so many local parks to offer! We love to explore local hiking trails such as Boyce-Mayview Park, South Park, North Park, and Schenley Park. You get to have experience the feeling of escape right in your backyard! Being from the South … Continued

How to Prepare Your Home for Spring

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1. Clean Your Gutters Take the time to remove any lingering debris from your gutters to prepare for the April showers. Remember to wear gloves as you clear them! Check that all of your gutters are depositing at least 5 feet away from your foundation to not cause any potential damage. 2. Check Your Filters … Continued

Spring 2021 Design Trends We Love

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1. Earthy Neutrals There is something cozy about deep neutrals in the home. They can be used as main features, like accent walls, or sprinkled in through metal fixtures such as bronze door handles and iron bedframes. We are currently loving black and bronze hardware in our homes. 2. Greenery To bring color to any … Continued

FAQs for Selling Your Home

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1. Do I need to list with a Real Estate Agent? Being a “For Sale By Owner” and forgoing paying for agent commissions may seem tempting, but it is best to consult with and hire a professional. Just like when searching for a future home, a great Real Estate Agent will be key to selling … Continued

FAQs for First Time Home Buyers

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3. How do I find a mortgage professional? We’ve been mentioning a lot about a mortgage professional, but how do you find one? There are many different types of lenders: banks, credit unions, private mortgage lenders, etc. Buying a home (and a mortgage) is a huge purchase, so take your time in shopping around for … Continued