Toni Pisciotta's Blog

Posted on 01/15/2023

Kitchen Garden: Tips for a Successful Harvest

After you spend a few months planning, planting and growing your garden, you may want to enjoy the fruits, and vegetables, of your labor. However, it can be tricky to know when and how to harvest your kitchen garden. These tips will help you pick produce that is ripe and ready: Keep a Garden Journal When you plant...

Garden

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Posted on 01/08/2023

Pros & cons of property tax abatement homebuyers should know

Property tax abatement programs can be helpful to homebuyers in several ways. While they can help you save money long-term, buying a property with a tax abatement can have potential downsides. Here are some key things about property tax abatements for buyers to consider: How property tax abatements work Property tax abatement programs are offered by some cities...

Property Tax Abatement

Property Taxes

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Posted on 01/01/2023

3 Tips for a Safer & Well-Maintained Fireplace

For many, the fireplace is the focal point of the home. Whether you use it for heat or just for ambiance, a wood burning fireplace is an important feature that requires regular maintenance to function and keep everybody safe. Here are some tips for general maintenance of your wood-burning fireplace: Clean the Interior One of the simplest ways...

Fireplace

Fireplace Maintenance

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Posted on 12/28/2022

Ellicott City, MD Real Estate Market Update 12/28/2022

Click here to view Ellicott City, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/25/2022

Home checklist for fire safety and prevention

House fires can do tremendous damage to your home and also put your household's lives at risk. It's crucial to practice fire safety and prevention, so you and your house members are prepared in case a fire does happen. Taking steps to prevent fires from occurring helps reduce the risk of having to deal with these fires. The...

Emergency Planning

Emergency Preparedness

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Posted on 12/18/2022

Green Real Estate Trends to Know

Sustainable and eco-friendly materials and practices continue to rise in popularity and accessibility in the real estate world. Technological advancements and increased awareness of environmental issues have made green real estate a smart choice in any location. Here are some of the main green real estate trends appearing in the market today: Energy Efficiency Energy efficient materials and...

Biophilic Design

Energy Efficiency

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Posted on 12/11/2022

Understanding property tax deferment

In some states, qualified homeowners can use a property tax deferment to save on annual expenses. While deferring taxes usually refers to a period of delay in paying taxes on an item until a later date, property tax deferment comes with some additional important factors. Here is a quick guide about property tax deferrals: How does it work?...

Property Tax Deferment

Property Taxes

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Posted on 12/04/2022

Do you need a smart home hub?

If you're a homeowner interested in the latest and...

Smart Home Technology

Home Technology

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Posted on 11/28/2022

Ellicott City, MD Real Estate Market Update 11/28/2022

Click here to view Ellicott City, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...