Monthly Archives: October 2011

Home show today, this weekend at the Expo Center

Posted on October 28, 2011 by sean adkins

If you’re in the market for a hot tub or looking for tips on home repairs, you might want to stop by the York Expo’s Toyota Arena this weekend. American Consumer Shows is hosting a the York Fall Home and … Continue reading →

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I know how much your house is worth. Do you?

Posted on October 27, 2011 by sean adkins

Hey, everyone that lives in the York Suburban School District, listen up. I know that median sale price of house in your district sits at about $140,000. No, I’m not combing through deeds or listening in on private conversations between … Continue reading →

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Do I appeal my property assessment or just let it go?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by sean adkins

Last week, the local tax bureau sent me a letter letting me know that $3,000 had been added to my property’s assessed value. The reason for the hike came from a deck that I installed on the back of my … Continue reading →

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How much in your house worth?

Posted on October 13, 2011 by sean adkins

Depending on how fast you want to sell your property, you might need to lower the asking price. Between Jan. 1 and Sept. 30, the median sale price of York County home fell 5 percent from $152,500 in 2010 to … Continue reading →

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What should I know before I buy a furnace filter?

Posted on October 3, 2011 by sean adkins

Last week, just like I do the first day of every month, I replaced my furnace filter. Usually, I go with a filter that blocks pet dander and other allergens from flowing freely throughout my house. But, how reliable is … Continue reading →

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