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SPONSORED CONTENT BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT SPONSORED CONTENT Carri Czyzewski The Mt. Lebanon Authority M t. Lebanon deservedly has an enduring reputation as one of Pittsburgh’s finest suburbs. Blue-ribbon schools, safe walkable neighborhoods, vibrant busi- ness districts, an award-winning public library, outstanding recreational opportunities, modern parks and nature trails all contribute to Mt. Lebanon’s charm, putting it on every home- buyer’s short list. This desirability was cultivated for more than a century, which is why this unique community has what so many buy- ers are looking for. In the early 20th century, Mt. Lebanon offered ample housing close to public transportation. Today, that conve- nience still is one of the top-selling features for these homes. Later in the mu- Carri sold my sister’s home. She was nicipality’s history, able to price the home right and get it sold. We originally went with another Virginia Manor and agent before meeting Carri. We feel Mission Hills were so blessed she was able to get it sold! developed with Kathy – Terrace Drive long, attractive, curving streets with communal park-like green spaces — de- signs so popular they became models for future municipal developments. Today’s buyer appreciates the quaintness only Mt. Leb- anon can truly offer. From custom-designed, turn-of-the- century architecture to practical mid-century family homes, buyers can find a home in Mt. Lebanon to fit almost any need. Its unique character and established neighborhoods mean that you won’t find cookie-cutter homes stacked into profit-maximized plans. The Mt. Lebanon buyer recognizes that beauty and craftsmanship, and knows it comes at a premium. Still, to buy or sell in Mt. Lebanon successfully takes a Realtor who knows the community from border to border, who can recognize a good deal and act quickly on it. For buyers, February through July are key months for Mt. Lebanon, a time when a buying and selling frenzy takes over the local housing market. For sellers, it’s critical to price your home correctly from the start, in order to prevent listing fatigue. The longer the home is on the market, the less valuable it is perceived by buyers. If it is on too long, buyers wonder, “What’s wrong with it?” Sellers also have to compete with real estate investors in the Pittsburgh region who flip homes to offer Carri sold my house in less than a week. She did more modern up- a beautiful job with staging and marketing. We received multiple offers within days. dates and finishes. Malik – Sleepy Hollow This is paramount in today’s online marketplace, where buyers are touring homes virtually in the comfort of their living rooms. Decades ago, real estate was dominated by real estate agents. Today, real estate is driven by technology. More than 95 percent of all buyers preview your home online before ever stepping through the front door. Once the home has been eliminated as a possibility, no amount of price drop will revive interest in it. It is more important to get an agent who can capitalize on this new frontier in order to “sell for the most money in the shortest amount of time.” A large financial invest- ment like your home deserves Carri sold our home on Cochran Road in less than 3 days. Not only did she know the market, someone who will but she also took care of everything! We highly put you first and recommend Carri. knows the market Lori & David – Cochran Road inside and out. Contact Carri Czyzewski for a free professional real estate assess- ment. Czyzewski is an Executive Award-winning agent with North- wood Realty Services. She has made Northwood’s Top Ten Agents list several years in a row and has been working exclusively in the Mt. Leb- anon market for the past five years . Call 412.595.3033, or 412.526.5581 for her cell. You can also email her at [email protected]. Mt. Lebanon | Winter 2017 | icmags.com 63