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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 hous- ing close to public transportation. Today, that convenience still is one of the top-selling features for these homes. Later in the municipality’s history, Virginia Manor and Mission Hills were developed with long, attractive, curving streets with communal park-like green spaces — designs so popular they became models for future municipal developments. Today’s buyer appreciates the quaintness only Mt. Lebanon 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-max- imized plans. Carri sold my sister’s home. She was able to price The Mt. Lebanon the home right and get it sold. We originally went with another agent before meeting Carri. We feel buyer recognizes so blessed she was able to get it sold! that beauty and Kathy – Terrace Drive 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 Carri sold my house in less than a week. She did homes to offer a beautiful job with staging and marketing. We more modern up- received multiple offers within days. dates and finishes. Malik – Sleepy Hollow This is paramount in today’s online marketplace, where buyers are touring homes virtual- ly 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 someone who will put you first and knows the market Carri sold our home on Cochran Road in less inside and out. than 3 days. Not only did she know the market, Contact Carri but she also took care of everything! We highly Czyzewski for a recommend Carri. Lori & David – Cochran Road 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 | Spring 2017 | icmags.com 19