Need Recommendation for a Realtor

Updated on January 29, 2009
B.B. asks from Coraopolis, PA
16 answers

Hello, so we are looking for a realtor to help us with a few things. Firstly we are in need of a rental home. We have a special needs child and would like to rent in a neighborhood where we would like to begin building a new home. This would mean we would need a rental for about 6 months. We have been told that N. Allegheny, Pine-Richland, Seneca Valley and Shaler school districts would be our best bet. We believe we have found the builder we like (Heartland homes) and would need help selecting a subdivision and lot to begin the process of building a home. As the list goes on we wouold need a rental with a fence as we have pets that further complicate things. We believe we will have the monies to begin the process of building in February, and may need to rent as early as March or the children and I may remain in KS, depending on if a rental home is ever found. I know this is an awful lot of criteria, a tall list to tackle....but any help would be appreciated.

What can I do next?

  • Add yourAnswer own comment
  • Ask your own question Add Question
  • Join the Mamapedia community Mamapedia
  • as inappropriate
  • this with your friends

Featured Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

A.P.

answers from Pittsburgh on

No realtor recs but wanted to chime in on schools. As another response mentioned...Pine Richland and North Allegheny are much better than Shaler and Seneca if quality of education are important. I can't speak to how they are for special needs families though. I also recommend Hampton. It is an awesome school (#3 in the State!) and it is small and will stay small. The rest of the schools are huge. North Allegheny is awesome for education but is gigantic and Pine Richland (where I live) is supposed to grow by 53% by the time my first grader is in high school.

Heartland Homes are very nice...good choice there.

Good luck to you.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

S.L.

answers from Allentown on

Hello,
I am a realtor in Pennsylvania,pls contact me at ###-###-####
or ____@____.com,I will help you however I can,
thanks,S. Lyon RE/MAX Results ###-###-####

1 mom found this helpful

More Answers

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

H.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Here's a contact that is in the area you mentioned. She's out of Wexford (North Allegheny) and has young children. Her specialty is working with families with young children. Hope this helps.

Susie Holmes, QSC

Northwood Realty Services

9808 Old Perry Highway

Wexford, PA 15090

###-###-####, ext. 451, office

###-###-####, fax

###-###-####, cellular

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

E.M.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hi B.,
Immediately Pauline McNamee of Re/Max Realtors came to mind. She is a true professional, well-connected and has the ability to genuinely listen and either find what you're looking for or connect you (geographically) to someone who can. A veteran, your phone call is worth your time: office phone ###-###-#### Ext. 162. Good Luck, E.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

A.L.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Pine -Richland and N. Allegheny are alot better school districts than the other two mentioned. I would def. go with one of them. Taxes are very high in Allegheny County. I am not sure how taxes are where you live but I live in Butler County Mars school district the taxes are a bit cheaper.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

K.M.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Our Dance School Owner is also in Reality and actually lives in the area that you are interested in. We have known Miss Mary Pat and family for 8 years now. She is very passionate about all that she does and would be a big help to you and your family. She and her family are away for the weekend this is her e-mail ____@____.com I have fowarded your information to her as well. Good Luck !! K.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

D.S.

answers from Pittsburgh on

This if off topic. I grew up south of Pittsburgh but now live about 100 miles away. so, I do not have recommendations for houses. However, I noticed your child has autism and mitochondrial disorder. So, I highly recommend you use Dr. Scorr Faber at The Children's Institute. He specializes in autism with a strong interest in mitochondrial connections and allergies. It typically takes about 6 months to get an appointment, so you may want to schedule that now, if you choose to see him. Here is a link about The Children's Institute, scroll down to read more about Dr. Faber. :

http://www.amazingkids.org/content.aspx?sectionid=1&s...

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

A.J.

answers from Philadelphia on

I recommend Colby Martin (____@____.com), several of my friends have used him and like him a lot. Also have heard good things about Dennis McGuinn (____@____.com)Best of luck to you!

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.H.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hi B.,

My name is L. and I am an interior decorator and I work with an interior designer who is an expert in accomodations for the elderly and for people with disabilities. As you are building your new house, that would be the ideal time to install items that will make your life, and the life of your child, easier. My friend and I will be able to work with your builder to give you the home you need with wider hallways and doors, a walk-in bathtub, and many other things that you might need as part of the building process. Then I, as the decorator, can help with the selection of fixtures, colors, and etc. to make it the home of your dreams. If you are interested, we can meet and talk about the options.

As far as realtors, I have a few names I can pass on to you as well. I will be happy to give them a call for you and see if they can help you out with your rental search while you are building your house.

Please contact me offline and we can talk more. My email address is ____@____.com the Best,
L.

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

R.R.

answers from Allentown on

I know he's not in your immediate area, but Jerry Coyne really helped us when we were looking to rent a house. He was very kind and helpful.

Here's his info:
Jerry Coyne, Realtor
Prudential
Patt, White Real Estate
5036 Hamilton Blvd.
Allentown PA 18106

Office ###-###-#### x143
Cell ###-###-####

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

T.W.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hey B.,
I live in Wilmington, Delaware. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh Pa. I just want to give you some friendly advice. I grew up in the North Hills area. I have alittle brother who is 14 who attends North Hills High School. Its a great school and area to grow up in. I graduated from North Hills in 1998. Since then i've heard North Allegheny, and Seneca are real bad with drugs. There are children over dosing. Pine-Richland i haven't heard anything bad about them or Shaler. Good Luck in what you do but i highly recommned the North Hills School District.For elementary i attented WestView elem, which is part of the North Hills School District. I hope to oneday move back to Pittsburgh so my 2 year old can attend North Hills and enjoy it like I did. If u need anymore advice or help just let me know. i can answer any questions u may have. GOOD LUCK!!

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

L.M.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Hi, I just wanted to add (as the mother of a boy on the Spectrum) that you want to stay in Allegheny County for the services that are available and covered here, as opposed to in neighboring counties. I've heard that Quaker Valley is a good school district, too, for special needs. In the South Hills, I know people who've moved to Bethel Park for special needs when two school districts right next door, Mt. Lebanon and Upper St. Clair, may stand out on the national scale in academics but still aren't doing as well for "our kids." Good luck with everything!

1 mom found this helpful
Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

R.M.

answers from Pittsburgh on

Lisa Moeser - Coldwell Banker ###-###-####
feel free to tell her I gave her info

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

C.H.

answers from Allentown on

with how the market is, why not buy a resale? with how the market is best bet for your money and don't need to move again.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

E.F.

answers from Philadelphia on

Hi B.. My father is a realtor and could speak with you if you'd like. If he can't help you, he can refer you to someone who can. He works with Long and Foster. Let me know. He was wondering what county you are considering moving to.

Smallavatar-fefd015f3e6a23a79637b7ec8e9ddaa6

M.G.

answers from Pittsburgh on

I saw you found a realtor but I wanted to help with the autism side.

Join www.aboard.org and www.autismlink.com. N. Allegheny and Pine-Richland are both good but right now your child will grow out autism services with Shaler.

Are you using biomedical interventions? Do you need a DAN!? I would get on Faber's list because he is a good Dev. Ped.

We live in Lower Burrell (Burrell School District) and have good services here. We are a mile from Allegheny Co and are 30 mins to anywhere.

Email me off list and I can give you more info.

M.

For Updates and Special Promotions
Follow Us

Related Questions