Berni Bishop Pirollo, Realtor, SRES, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

09/27/2026

What are you doing before today's game? Do you have your investment sites set on more luxury rental space or short term rental opportunities for people visiting for university events, long hospital stays or sporting events? Are you in a living situation that would benefit from a separate guest space? This massive 5185 square foot Squirrel Hill duplex with detached 2-car garage will be open today from 11-1. Drop over after the Great Race and before kick-off. https://rpb.li/UAyC

09/25/2026

Rates are up. Here's some news on that...
Perhaps you need to decide if paying more interest is a better longterm value than paying another year of rent to build someone else's wealth. Or if your house isn't right for you - you've outgrown it or it's more room than you need, it's still your time to move. Let me know how I can help.
https://rpb.li/im5e

09/24/2026

Starting an emergency fund can be difficult, but cutting your extraneous spending for just one month can make it easier.

Nearly half of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck, and 61 percent don’t have enough money to ...

09/23/2026

57% of renters earning between 40K and 125K are deferring home ownership due to affordability issues. How is that impacting the economy? Read more here.
https://rpb.li/xqNp

09/22/2026

The PA Association of Realtors released the August 2026 Housing Market report today. Sales were down YTY by about 6% from 2025 in August. What other stats did the report reveal? Read more:
https://www.parealtors.org/housing-report/

09/21/2026

Glamping has come to 7 PA State Parks in 2026. What is "Glamping" and how is it facilitated in PA State Parks? What parks make it available? More here:
https://rpb.li/hIxt6c

09/19/2026

This end-unit townhome with enclosed front patio, in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, sits in the perfect location for hopping on the CMU shuttle, other public transportation, the Murray Avenue business district, and in between Pittsburgh's two parks, Schenley and Frick. A recent price reduction makes it even more attractive whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for investment.
It's open 11-1 Sunday so that you can get your home-shopping in before kick-off.
https://rpb.li/LXY

09/19/2026

Does your checklist for the weekend include home shopping and watching the Steelers game? Make the shopping a one-stop by visiting 803 Killarney Drive in Castle Shannon. This well-built, nicely updated and maintained 3BR 2.5 bath home close to the park, the T and more is open 11-1 on Sunday. You'll be writing up an offer and home before kick-off. More here:
https://rpb.li/Ov4Xpe

09/19/2026

Look no further for your first home if your budget is under 250K. This 3BR 1.5 bath Brookline home has a bonus usable attic space, a 2 car detached garage, a large basement for storage, and more! PLUS it's open today 12-2 so you can check it out in person. See more photos at the link:
https://rpb.li/G42gTD

09/18/2026

Your home works hard for you—don't forget to return the favor! 🏠

It's fall! Time to clean gutters, add weather stripping, etc! Staying on top of routine maintenance can extend the life of your home's biggest systems and help you avoid unexpected expenses. Watch for 4 simple maintenance tasks every homeowner should prioritize.

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