Al Cerritelli's Howard Hanna Real Estate

09/20/2026

🎨 Simple Color is Exciting and Sophisticated at the Same Time 🖌️

09/18/2026

Take a look at these great tips for sellers! None of them involve huge projects, but they should have a positive impact on a home's selling price.

Potential buyers are now ready to move off the sidelines, mortgage preapproval letters in hand, for the chance to find their dream home...

09/16/2026

Does this match your scale of ambition?

09/14/2026

🌻🏘️❄️ So many to choose from. It also depends on whether this is your primary home or a vacation home. What do you think? 😎

09/12/2026

The Median Listing Price gives you a good idea of the current market conditions by letting you know the price at the exact middle.

09/10/2026

Question of the day: The city is always evolving—what’s one change you’d love to see in your area? 🌆

09/08/2026

Canceling all my travel plans because why would I ever leave this?

09/06/2026

🏡✨ 5 Staging Tips That Sell Homes Faster ✨🏡

Ready to get your listing SOLD? Here are 5 home-staging tips that buyers can’t resist:

✨ Declutter & Depersonalize – Help buyers envision themselves living there by removing personal items and unnecessary clutter.

🎨 Stick to Neutral Colors – Neutral tones appeal to more buyers and create a fresh, inviting space.

🛋️ Rearrange Furniture for Flow – Arrange furniture to highlight the home’s best features and improve overall flow.

💡 Brighten It Up – Open curtains, add lighting, and keep spaces bright and welcoming to enhance visual appeal.

🌿 Add Fresh Touches – Plants, flowers, or fresh towels add warmth and life, making the home instantly inviting.

Which tip will you use first? Let us know in the comments! 👇

09/04/2026

For many first-time buyers, the biggest surprise isn’t the house hunt itself—it’s the hidden costs of homeownership. 🏡💸

Beyond the mortgage, there are things like:
🔑 Closing costs
🔧 Maintenance & repairs
💡 Utilities & property taxes

It all adds up quicker than most expect. Planning ahead for these expenses can make the transition to homeownership much smoother—and a lot less stressful.

What surprised you the most about buying your first home?

09/02/2026

It takes some expertise to host a successful open house! Here are some insider tips. What else would you add to this list?