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Money Saving Ideas for Furniture Shopping

Thursday, February 16, 2017
by Scott Darling

If you have recently purchased a new house and you would like to fill it up with new furniture you have likely found that it can be quite the overwhelming task and an expensive one as well.  There are a few money saving ideas for furniture shopping that can help you out quite a bit in your search for new furniture and those have been listed below.

  1.  One good thing you can do to help you save a bit of money when furniture shopping is to call a few of the stores you are going to be visiting ahead of time.  This way you can find out if they have prices you can afford and also if they have brand names that you are interested in.  This can save you a little bit of time and money so that you don’t waste it traveling long distances.
  2.  Another money saving idea for furniture shopping  is to make sure to look at every piece of furniture that the store has by walking the entire shop.  Many times there are clearance items or items that perhaps are slightly damaged in the store but they are not out for all to see.  Do your due diligence and walk the entire space so you don’t lose out on any good deals. 
  3. Yet another good way to save money when furniture shopping is to purchase consignment furniture.  You can find lots of really nice pieces by shopping consignment. 
  4. If you find a piece of furniture that you have your heart set on do your best to bargain with the seller.  You never know unless you ask.
  5. Shopping estate sales is another way to get good prices on furniture.  Many times you can get pieces at estate sales that are worth much more than you pay for them so you can make your home look very nice. 
  6. Lastly if you want to save a good amount of money on furniture  why not refinish what you already have!  Old furniture can become new again if you are able to successfully refinish it.  

Hopefully this list of money saving ideas on furniture buying has gotten you thinking in the right direction before you begin making your purchases.   Now get out there and save some money and furnish your home with beautiful new furniture.  

Courtesy of Chester County PA Realtor Scott Darling.

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Preparing for an Emergency or Natural Disaster

Thursday, February 16, 2017
by Scott Darling

Nobody enjoys thinking about the possibility of a family emergency or natural disaster, but taking steps to prepare for those possibilities should be a priority.   While not lessening the shock and anguish of an unexpected, tragic situation, being prepared will help you to get your life back in order faster and easier.

One thing to consider is having important paper work organized in an emergency binder .  The binder should contain all the important information about your life.  Think about any paperwork or vital information you would need access to in an emergency, such as:

  • Vital Records
  • copies of birth certificates, adoption records
  • copies of marriage licenses, driver’s licenses and passports
  • copies of all property and auto records – deeds, leases, titles, etc.
  • copies of all property/umbrella insurance policies
  • a list of where off-site and original documents are stored
  • Financial Information
  • list of all bank account numbers
  • copies of front and back of all credit cards
  • list of all investment account numbers
  • list of all retirement/pension account numbers
  • detailed information about current income/benefits
  • detailed information about mortgages/loans
  • Medical Information
  • copies of health/life/disability insurance cards and policies
  • medical history for each family member
  • list of medications and prescriptions, including dose and pharmacy
  • details about any ongoing medical conditions/treatments
  • Contact Information
  • friends and family to reach in case of emergency
  • neighbors who have access to your house
  • financial institutions, insurance companies, legal advisors
  • physicians, specialists, hospitals and other healthcare providers
  • employers and benefit administrators
  • including a family emergency plan in your binder will help you to keep yourself calm and organized during what may be a stressful time

Make sure that your emergency binder is kept in a place where it is easy to get to and that it is easy to carry and that family members are aware of its location.

Secondly, it is a good idea to have a safety deposit box or lock box in which to store your original documents.  This can also be used for storing important computer files and passwords, priceless family photos and valuable jewelry and memorabilia. Include a photo of each member of your family along with fingerprints and dental records.  A home inventory list is also a useful item to have in storage.  Remember that most of the documents in your “Emergency Binder” will be copies.  Originals should be placed in a safety deposit box or lock box for safekeeping.

Whether it’s a family emergency or a natural disaster, tragic events almost always leave people feeling blindsided.  Preparing in advance will help ease the feelings of being overwhelmed and panicked as you put your life back in order.  So, set aside a day to put together your emergency binder to help protect your family now!

Have a Super Fantastic Day! 

Oh, and by the way, I'm never too busy for your referrals.

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Glen Mills PA Real Estate For Sale: 4203 Fox Pointe Court, Glen Mills PA 19342

Thursday, February 16, 2017
by Scott Darling

Springhill Farm is your new address… as soon as you walk thru the door, you’ll know this is the place you now will call home. Park right in front of your front door and enter into this well-appointed townhome. The spacious living room, enhanced by the laminate floors provides a warm and comfortable place to relax. The beautiful floors carry through the hall back to the giant eat in kitchen area and dining room. This space is large enough to even add a small couch or a couple chairs. The bright and open kitchen is large enough for a number of your friends to help out or just to congregate. The powder room completes the first floor. Off the back are the French doors to the deck and steps down to the yard. There’s great privacy and views in the back. Upstairs are two very large bedrooms. The master bedroom includes a master bath and a large lighted closet with mirrored doors. The second bedroom is large enough to actually hold two beds. Laundry facilities are also located on this level. Lastly, the lower level is finished with a bar, two large storage closets and an outside entrance to a patio. This is a great area to entertain and watch the big game. Come by for a visit. You’ll be happy you did.

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Chester County Market Trends Report January 2017

Wednesday, February 15, 2017
by Scott Darling

Chester County PA Real Estate Market Trends for January 2017

Chester County PA single family homes saw pending sales increase by 38.05% in January 2017 when compared to January 2016. 363 homes sold in January with a median sales price of $296,000, a 1.99% decrease from January 2016.  The average sales price decreased by 6.23%, and homes were on the market 5 days more.

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