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When searching for a home, you may end up selecting a property in a community with a Homeowners Association (HOA). Before you buy, it's important to know how an HOA works and what they mean for you.

According to a recent article on realtor.com,

"In a nutshell, an HOA helps ensure that your community looks its best and functions smoothly…The number of Americans living in homes with HOAs is on the rise, growing from a mere 1% in 1970 to 25% today, according to the Foundation for Community Association Research."

An HOA is governed by a board nominated by those living in the neighborhood. It is designed to make sure the residents have a support structure to m...

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According to the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S students will be going back to school soon and the rest have already started the new academic year. With school-aged children in your home, buying or selling a house can take on a whole different approach when it comes to finding the right size, location, school district, and more.

Recently, the 2019 Moving with Kids Report from the National Association of Realtors®(NAR) studied "the different purchasing habits as well as seller preferences during the home buying and selling process." This is what they found:

Some Highlights:

• Owning your own home vs. renting may lead to some great options, such as locking in your monthly payments and having the freedom to customize your living space.
• Whether you rent or own, you have to cover someone's mortgage costs. You may as well be doing so to build your own wealth, rather than that of your landlord.
• Renting and owning both have up-front fees when you sign your lease or close, respectively. Think about putting that money to work for you! Let us know how The Chrissie Barrick Team can help 717-451-3850

Some Highlights:

• Buying a home can be intimidating if you're not familiar with the terms used throughout the process.
• To point you in the right direction, here's a list of some of the most common language you'll hear when buying a home.
• The best way to ensure your home-buying process is a positive one is to find a real estate professional who will guide you through every aspect of the transaction...contact The Chrissie Barrick Team (717-451-3850), we are here to answer all your questions!

When our real estate agents talk to their clients about why they love the town of Gettysburg, its historic significance and close-knit community always make the top of the list. At Homesale Realty, we love living and working in the same place as our clients, because we are able to pass on the pride of our hometowns to you.

Whether or not you live there, Gettysburg is a great place for a weekend getaway or family vacation. With its abundance of historical landmarks and tourist destinations, it's no wonder this locale is a hotspot for travelers and residents alike. Here is a list of must-see attractions and things to do in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

1. Battlefield Tours

It's an unofficial rule that when going to Gettysburg, you must visit the battlefields. They represent a uniqu...

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