Well, you don’t have to look any further! This Sunday, July 12th, from 1pm to 4pm you can have the chance to personally view one of The Jim Dolanch Team’s Featured Pittsburgh Properties for sale.

The Pittsburgh MLS Home Search is amazing; however, hours of searching through numerous pictures can be daunting. That is why the Century 21 Jim Dolanch team of expert Pittsburgh Realtors holds multiple open houses for all of our featured Peters Township area homes.

Featured Peters Township Area Open House

This week’s is for 93 Little John Drive Peters Township, PA 15317 with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,2 -1/2 bathrooms, and 3590 square feet of living space!

Amazing Kitchen in your dream Peters Township Home

If there is one room that should really shine in your home, it is your kitchen. Your kitchen will be the “hub” of your home, especially if you have children, and you will really enjoy the spaciousness of the kitchen 93 Little John Drive offers.

Would you like to learn more? Feel Free to contact us with any questions, or to even set up a different home tour time if you are unable to make it to our open house on Sunday.

We hope to see you at 93 Little John Drive!
Until next time,
Jim

Yes, you read right; our very own Peters Township School is listed in the 2009 America’s Best High Schools, and along with earning a silver rating from the magazine, the entire Peters Township School District is in the top 3% of high schools in the nation.

Are you relocating to Peters Township? Beyond the amazing school system here, you also get the benefits of a small town lifestyle while enjoying all the big city activities and lifestyle with a short drive to the Pittsburgh Area!

Your children can enjoy the best of education in the nation, and you can enjoy affordable Peters Township real estate. Browse around our Peters Township MLS Home Searchand be sure to ask for our free Peters Township Home Buying Guide so we can help you find the Peters Township home that fits your needs.

Any other questions about Peters Township homes for sale, Peters Township lifestyle, or Peters Township award winning schools? Just as me, your local Peters Township Realtor&reg and expert; I’m here to answer any and all questions about Peters Township for you.

Until next time,
Jim

Living in Peters Township, I have the best of both worlds. I have the big city amenities of Pittsburgh-the action, the shopping (which my wife adores), the night life, and the museums (which I greatly enjoy). And I have the beauty and simplicity of a small town, which is worth more than its weight in gold!

Nature Trails Near Peters Township

But right in my backyard, I don’t have the big city bustle, hustle, or noise. I have a wonderful yard, wonderful neighbors, and tons upon tons of walking/hiking/jogging trails to enjoy!

There are all kinds of wonderful recreational activities to enjoy as a resident of Peters Township, that you usually can’t get when you live in a big city.

Would you like to learn more about why Peters Township is such a wonderful place to raise a family? Feel free to contact me any time with any and all questions about Peters Township Real Estate or browse through our Pittsburgh Area MLS Home Search to start your journey towards living an amazing life in an amazing town.

Until next time,
Jim

You’ll be able to enjoy extreme water sports, freestyle motocross, powerboat racing, tons of children’s activities, concerts, and a dramatic finale of fireworks, just to name a few of the activities you and your family can enjoy! It is definitely an event to attend!

July 3-5, 2009
Packed with land and water events all three days!

Where:

Point State Park & the North Shore

Admission:

FREE!

In the Water:

The Pittsburgh Regatta makes a splash as the City of Pittsburgh’s official Fourth of July celebration, including many popular water activities:

• Powerboat Superleague (plus a Formula-3 warm up race)
• Nik Wallenda’s 1000-foot “Walk Over the Water”
• “Red, White & Zoom” Water Ski Stunt Show
• Cadence on the River Dragon Boat Races
• “Anything that Floats” Race

On Land:

If you prefer to stay dry, on solid ground, the Pittsburgh Regatta offers a host of shore-based fun and entertainment:

• “Rockets Red Daredevil” Freestyle Motocross
• “Operation Troop Appreciation”
• Climbing Wall Challenge
• America’s Best Frisbee Dogs
• U.S. Air Force “Patriot Pass” Fly Over
• KDKA “Competitive Eating Contest”
• “All Stars Strolling Performers”
• “B on the Bridge” Jam
• “Beasts of Battle” Powerboat Village
• Regatta Concert Series (see below)
• Regatta “Flashes of Freedom” Fireworks Fantasia at 9:30pm, Saturday, July 4th

For the Kids:

At Point State Park, CBS Radio will be hosting their Pittsburgh “Calling All Kids” Zone, with wild, wacky and fun things kids like to do including inflatables and interactive games. Other interactive activities include the “Spacious Skies High” Climbing Wall and the Pennsylvania State Police “Rollover Crash Simulator” (for teens and adults).

Pittsburgh Regatta Concert Lineup:

National and hometown acts will keep the music going on the Point State Park main stage and the North Shore river barge stage throughout the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta. The lineup features the patriotic presence of the U.S. Army Field Band and headline attraction, Three Dog Night

Friday, July 3

“Rising Stars” Concert Series
Point State Park Stage
Noon - 9:30 p.m.
Local hometown talent including the Mahajibee Blues Band, Jason Deutsch, Crossing Boundaries, The Man in the Street, Strangeway, The 9th Ward and Donora.

“Patriotic Performance” Concert
North Shore Barge Stage
8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The U.S. Air National Guard band.

Saturday, July 4

“Gallantly Singing” Concert Series
Point State Park Stage
1:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Featuring hometown acts such as Cellofourte, The Delaneys, Tangerine and James Farrell.

“Visions of Glory” Victory Concert
North Shore Barge Stage
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The United States Army Field Band and Chorus brings their inspiring repertoire of pop, patriotic and show tunes to the Barge Stage with a concert program that appeals to all ages.

Three Dog Night
Point State Park Stage
8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
One of music’s legendary icons, THREE DOG NIGHT, takes the Point State Park stage for one high energy and explosive performance.

Regatta Fireworks - “Flashes of Freedom” Fireworks Fantasia

9:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
In the grand tradition of July 4th fireworks and fun, the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta is also Pittsburgh’s most exciting Independence Day celebration. Celebrate the holiday with Pittsburgh’s largest fireworks spectacular - “Flashes of Freedom” Fireworks and Laser Spectacular - engineered by Pittsburgh’s own Pyrotecnico, the 2008 winner of the International Fireworks Competition in Montreal, Canada.

Happy Independance Day, everyone!

Until next time,

Jim

Washington County firework shows:

California

Fireworks
WHEN: Dusk, July 4
WHERE: Roadman Park
MORE: Entertainment begins at 7pm

Canonsburg

Festival
WHEN: 12:30pm, July 4
WHERE: Canonsburg Town Park

Fireworks
WHEN: 9:30pm, July 4
WHERE: Canon-McMillan Stadium
MORE: Skydivers and music begin at 8pm at the stadium

Parade
WHEN: 10am, July 4
WHERE: Pike Street
MORE: The mayor will give a speech at 9:05am at the reviewing stand on Pike Street; 5K race at 8am

Charleroi

Fireworks
WHEN: 9pm, July 3rd
MORE: Community Day 11am - 11pm, June 30 at Charleroi’s Magic City Square
Parade at 7pm on June 30
Check out www.shopcharleroi.com for more information

McDonald

Fireworks
WHEN: These Fireworks have been canceled.

Monongahela

Fireworks
WHEN: 9:45pm July 4
RAIN DATE: July 5
WHERE: The fireworks will be shot over the river, and the suggested viewing area is the riverbank
MORE: Entertainment and food booths will begin at 6pm, June 4, at the Aquatorium city park

Peters Township

Fireworks
WHEN: 9:30pm, June 28
WHERE: Peterswood Park

I hope we see you there! Starting this weekend we will have the Pittsburgh Regatta and Fourth Of July Celebration to enjoy as well!

Check back here Monday to learn all the details of the local Pittsburgh fun! And as always, if you are interested in learning how to buy your own Peters Township Real Estate, never hesitate to contact me with any and all questions!
Until Next Time,

Jim

The Peters Township area has 470 acres of parks and open spaces for you and your family to enjoy a very active lifestyle!  Our facilities feature safe, kid friendly playground areas, fishing, fishing boat rentals , outdoor stage for performances, conservancy area for wild life viewing, 4.0 mile walking/hiking trail, sports fields, and picnic shelters.

The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department recently built and opened a new community Recreation Center to provide Peters Township residents year round recreation programs for all ages! Indoor activities include ping pong, basketball, racquetball, and more.

Other great features are the Peters Township Tennis Facilities with 2 Tennis Centers that have a bubble in the winter and 4 Hardtrue Tennis Courts and 5 Asphalt Tennis Courts.

You can also enjoy year round Swimming at the Peters Township Swimming Facilities located indoors at the Peters Township High School!

As you can see, Peters Township has an activity for every interest and most are free to Peters Township residents! If you decide you would enjoy living in such a great, tight knit and family oriented community, then contact the Jim Dolanch Team of Realtors to learn more about Peters Township Real Estate and search the Peters Township MLS.

And as always, if you have any questions about Peters Township Home Buying or Peters Township Real Estate in general, simply contact us or leave your message in the comments section.

Until next time,

Jim

A beautiful Featured Peters Township Home for sale, 1010 Sheriff’s Court, Peters Township is a custom crafted Jademor Quality residence boasting over 8100 square feet. Featuring five bedrooms, three full and one partial baths, this two story features a grand two story foyer, gourmet eat-in-kitchen with a large breakfast bar which opens to the expansive two story family room featuring a fireplace. There are two executive dens, which are located on the first floor.

The grand master suite is also located on the first floor, along with the over sized laundry. Multiple decks offer a beautiful view, four-car garage and a governors driveway are just a few more features this wonderful home has to offer for Peters Township home buyers. If you are looking for a dream home at the right price with all the luxury amenities you crave, then 1010 Sheriff’s Court, Perts Township is the home you have been waiting to see.

Call today for a showing, browse around the Peters Township MLS for #769495, or check out the Jim Dolanch Peters Township and Pittsburgh Real Estate Website for more details!

Until next time,

Jim

Jim

Since I have been in the Peters Township area and Real Estate industry for many years, I see these mistakes made time after time, and not just by people doing the “For Sale By Owner” road; I see people paying for a realtor’s help commiting these very drastic mistakes.

Avoid these 10 Common Mistakes, and you will have taken a huge step towards marketing your Pittsburgh Real Estate to potential buyers.

1. Over pricing your home

2. Not allowing your home to be shown.

3. Not keeping your home clean and in good showing condition.

4. Not leaving your home during a showing. Leaving allows the potential buyers to imagine it as their home and to not see it as yours.

5. Talking to the buyer or buyer’s agent and giving wrong information or wrong impressions.

6. Panic selling, I’ve got to sell my home now!

7. Not seeing your home through buyer’s eyes. “My home is the best in the area” syndrome. Try to pretend you are out buying and realize the purple ceilings your love may not be in everyone’s taste. De-cluttering, removing dust, and modernizing a bit with more neutral looks-like painting the purple ceiling white again-can drastically change a buyer’s opinion of your home.

8. Believing an open house will sell their home.

9. Demanding their realtor change how they market their home instead of relying on the realtor’s experience and expertise.

10. Choosing the wrong realtor.

First and foremost? Don’t over price your home-rely on your Realtor’s expertise in the matter AND take a look at comparable homes in your area. Should you happen to feel your Realtor has over priced your home, look into getting an appraisal.

Also, don’t tell your Pittsburgh Realtor how to do their job, BUT remember that they ARE working for you-they make money from selling your home! So if there are things you desire-like having the Realtor check the info tube at least once a week to put new flyers in-then by all means talk to your Realtor about what type of service you demand. Realtors aren’t miricle workers; however, there are many little things we can do to really market your Pittsburgh home well to buyers.

And should you feel your Realtor just is not up to par with what you are needing, or if you have not yet found a Pittsburgh Area Realtor, then take a look around my Peters Township and Pittsburgh Real Estate Site and contact me if you ever have any questions about real estate, Peters Township, Pittsburgh, or even just where you can find a great hoggie sandwich. I’m here to help you settle to our lovely Peters Township area anyway I can.

Until next time,

Jim

Last night’s game was amazing, as anyone watching saw; the Pittsburgh Penguins made us proud by getting the score to 4-2 agains the Detriot Red Wings and completely shutting out Detroit for the last 25 minutes of play. It was  certainly an exciting game! Our goalie, Marc-Andre Fleury, did a great job of blocking shots, even when Detroit was able to get in 5 direct goal shots during a 15 second time span!

It will certainly be exciting to see if we can clinch the Stanley Cup win on Saturday! All over the Pittsburgh Area  there will be fun Penguin Parties going on, and a great sports bar to catch all the fun is the local Pittsburgh favorite, The Aspinwall Grille.

The Aspinwall Grille is a great sports bar with contemporary American food, an extensive beer and wine list and lots of huge tvs-a sport lovers dream!

If watching great hockey makes you wish you could enjoy it year round, then Pittsburgh is the place for you! Contact me, Jim Dolanch, to learn more about Pittsburgh Real Estate, Pittsburgh Home Buying, and the Pittsburgh Area!

Until next time,

Jim Dolanch