151 First Side Grand Opening

151 First Side - Pittsburgh's first residential Downtown building in almost 40 years, celebrated its Grand Opening this week with an exclusive VIP Ribbon-Cutting on Tuesday, followed by an agent tour on Wednesday. The building features such ammenities as a concierge, 24 hour security, indoor parking and a fitness center. Residents on the fourth floor can enjoy sprawling outdoor terraces. The recently completed lobby, pictured to the left, is sure to impress! Please contact me if you would like to take a tour!

What is a Loft?

As an agent working mostly with clients looking for condominiums, I often run into those who think they are looking for a "Loft", when actually they are really seeking something with a more finished look. Because this style of living is experiencing a renaissance here in Pittsburgh, the term is sometimes used more broadly than intended. Click here for the wikipedia definition of a Loft.

Tips for Sellers on Tasteful Holiday Decorating

This article was recently published in the online version of Real Estate Journal and, although specific to Halloween, gives some great tips for sellers on tasteful decorating for the Holidays.

Project Greenhouse!

Please click here to visit the link of my favorite client (Brian, are you reading this!). OK - all of my clients are my favorite, but I am so excited to be assisting him in this project. It promises to be a wonderful learning experience for me (it isn't often you have a client who teaches you about real-estate trends and practices) and overall it is a great project that everyone can learn from - not just me!!

Choo-Choo Chow-Chow - Howard Hanna's Annual Fundraiser for the Children's Free Care Fund

Hello All!
It is that happy time of year again! All of the Howard Hanna offices are busily planning their annual Chow-Chow luncheon and raising as much money as we can for the Children's Hospital's Free Care Fund. Today we celebrated our kick-off, and I am honoured to have been chosen as the Condominium Office Chairperson for this year's event. As part of the kickoff, the wonderful staff at Children's took us on a tour, which included a stop at the NICU. Nothing could drive home to me more the importance of this fund, which continues to ensure that no child will be turned away from the hospital because of their inability to pay. Our event will be held at the Condominium Office on South Craig Street on Wednesday, December 12th from 11am-2pm. All of our agents will be working feverishly for the next month gathering donations of food for the luncheon (as well as bringing in some legendary dishes of their own) and also gathering donations of gift certificates and baskets for our Chinese auction and some fabulous special items that will be part of our silent auction. Already agents have been coming to me with great ideas for the event, and we have already had some wonderful items donated to us by people in the office. I am hoping that this year's event will be our most successful ever! Please come back to visit for information on the luncheon, as well as information on how you may purchase tickets or become a sponsor. I hope to see all of you there!

Your Guide to Downtown Pittsburgh Living

Welcome to my Blog about living in Downtown Pittsburgh! In my opinion, one if the most exciting and dynamic places to live and work. In the past, living Downtown was something that just wasn't heard of here in our city, but now with all of the new developments, the choices for residents are almost limitless. The first building of this new phase to be completed is One Fifty One First Side, with many units ready to move in! Please visit my webpage to see the listings I have in this building - all of which have breathtaking views! Coming soon, there are the developments at 3 PNC, Piatt Place, The Carlysle, 941 Penn, and The Keystone Lofts at 951 Liberty. Truly, there is something for everyone! With the cultural activity of Downtown Pittsburgh surrounding you, you can live in the place to see and be seen!

Each day, I will keep you updated on the latest news coming to us from Downtown, as well as keeping you updated on my other passion - going green!! I will give you tips on how to live green in your current home, and keep you posted on the newest green developments in Pittsburgh.

Of course - I will be sharing important tips for all buyers and sellers to help you stay focused and make informed decisions in our Market.

Thanks again for visiting and stop again soon for more exciting news soon!