Allison Barto, Realtor

Though there are trends that definitely should stay in the late ‘90s/early 2000s (like frosted tips), shelf organizers are not one of them! Pantry like it’s 1999 and use items like woven baskets, vases, and ceramic cups to organize your pantry. As an added bonus, your pantry will look aesthetically pleasing! #WinWin

Have you visited a place that made you feel rejuvenated and inspired? A place where you would love to go back to ASAP? While traveling every day to that location may not be feasible, you can still bring that feeling into your own home. Your home is a sanctuary and should inspire you every day like your paradise getaway. ... This could mean adding textures and patterns that are typical of that area, decor pieces you saw often, and colors that you loved while visiting.

If you stepped into a home and saw 1 feature that makes you instantly turn the other direction, what would that feature be? For example, is it bright pink flooring and wallpaper? Is it not enough floor-to-ceiling windows? Or is it a huge fixer-upper?

Are you a buyer trying to navigate a seller’s market? It can be a difficult and confusing process, so here are some steps you can follow to find your dream home. Is there anything missing from this list that you would add?

If every real estate agent had a dollar for every time they were asked, Is this the year to buy a house? they wouldn’t need commission anymore! In all honesty, while there is no way to make predictions for real estate, standing on the sidelines definitely won’t help you reach your dreams. Don’t wait any longer, let’s chat today.

It’s finally a #newyear, and there’s no doubt that everyone is hoping for a stronger year than last.

Just Listed! Welcome to 21 W Avon Rd, a gorgeous 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath colonial style home located on a quiet block in Parkside Borough. Enter through the front door and be welcomed by a conveniently spacious entry room. Adjacent is the very open and cozy living room featuring beautifully exposed wood beams, wall to wall carpeting and lots of natural light. Large enough for entertaining and comfy enough for relaxation- find yourself spending much for your downtime here. Vent...ure deeper into the dining area and breakfast bar standing out beautifully with custom/personal touches of woodwork. The kitchen offers an abundance of cabinet space, a double sink and gas cooking. Head upstairs to the second level and into the master bedroom with gorgeous hardwood flooring, plenty of closet space and brilliantly lit by large windows letting in natural light. The second floor is rounded out nicely with two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. A bonus room resides in the attic which is perfect for a home office, play space, storage or any other use. Step outside and take advantage of the deck for grilling and entertaining or let the kids play in the spacious and privately fenced backyard. Additional features include a storage shed, pool and many beautiful accents of custom woodwork throughout the home. Enjoy the convenience of close proximity to Philadelphia, Wilmington, Chester Park, Taylor Memorial Arboretum, restaurants, shopping and major roads. Come tour this home today! See more

Are you in the process of searching for your next home, but don’t know how to start? Here are the top 3 tips on how to properly house hunt: 1 Get pre-approved for a mortgage. While this may seem too early it’s actually essential if you want to speed up the transaction process. Sellers will see that you are a trusted buyer, be more willing to negotiate, and you can get the keys to your dream home quicker! 2 Make a list of your non-negotiable must-haves. This will help yo...u focus your search and negotiate because you know exactly what you’re looking for. 3 Start online. Nowadays, people are selling more and more online. Doing preliminary research online will help you save time. Do you have other tips to add?