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  • Moving to Mountain Top, PA: The No-BS Guide to Living in the Crestwood School District (18707)

    Moving to Mountain Top, PA: The No-BS Guide to Living in the Crestwood School District (18707) ,Christopher Madden

    Moving to Mountain Top, PA: The No-BS Guide to Living in the Crestwood School District (18707) If you are researching homes for sale in Mountain Top, PA, you have likely realized that the internet is full of generic fluff. You don't need sales talk; you need data on snow removal, property taxes, and

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  • The FSBO Fantasy: Why “Selling It Yourself” Usually Costs You More

     The FSBO Fantasy: Why “Selling It Yourself” Usually Costs You More,Christopher Madden

    🏠 The FSBO Fantasy: Why “Selling It Yourself” Usually Costs You More   “I’ll Sell It Myself and Save the Commission!” That’s what everyone says right before discovering that real-estate roulette is a full-time job. Thinking about going For Sale By Owner in Luzerne County? Cool. Let’s role-play for

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  • The Agent Who Ghosted You: Why Your Listing’s Getting Crickets

    The Agent Who Ghosted You: Why Your Listing’s Getting Crickets,Christopher Madden

    When the “For Sale” Sign Goes Up… and Your Agent Disappears   You hired a Realtor, they slapped a sign in the yard, posted a few blurry photos, and vanished.Weeks go by. No updates. No new marketing. No clue what’s happening. Sound familiar?Congratulations — you’ve been ghosted by your agent. In Luz

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  • The $100,000 Lie: Market Data Interpretation for Sellers in Luzerne County

    The $100,000 Lie: Market Data Interpretation for Sellers in Luzerne County,Christopher Madden

    Stop Guessing: The Luzerne County Market Data You Need to See You’re college-educated, you value transparency, and you’re sick of Realtors blowing smoke. Good. Because if you’re buying or selling in Luzerne County, you need to understand one brutal truth: the market is a mixed bag, and the county-wi

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  • Fire Your Billboard Agent: How Tech-Powered Property Marketing Drives a Premium Sale Price

    Fire Your Billboard Agent: How Tech-Powered Property Marketing Drives a Premium Sale Price,Christopher Madden

    You’re Selling Your Luzerne County House Wrong: The No-BS Guide to a Premium Home Sale Strategy If you're looking to sell your house in Mountain Top or anywhere in Luzerne County, I’m going to level with you: the market isn’t giving out trophies for participation. Yes, homes here are selling—the med

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  • The Real Cash You Need: Leveraging First Time Home Buyer Programs in Luzerne County

    The Real Cash You Need: Leveraging First Time Home Buyer Programs in Luzerne County,Christopher Madden

    Your Down Payment Sucks: The No-BS Guide to Saving for Your First Home in Luzerne County Stop scrolling through Instagram photos of perfectly staged homes and start paying attention, Luzerne County. If you’re a first-time buyer here in Mountain Top or Wilkes-Barre, you’re probably stressed out about

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  • Luzerne County Home Value: The 3 Simple Factors That Determine Your Price in 2026

    Luzerne County Home Value: The 3 Simple Factors That Determine Your Price in 2026,Christopher Madden

    Stop Guessing: How Much Is My Home Worth In 2026, And Why The Zestimate Is Lying To You Let's cut the garbage. You’ve probably Googled “how much is my home worth in 2026” and landed on a bunch of ballpark figures from Zillow or Redfin. They’re not appraisals, they're estimates—and they are often wro

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  • Stop Buying a Home in Luzerne County Like It’s 1995: 3 Costly Mistakes Buyers and Sellers Are Still Making

    Stop Buying a Home in Luzerne County Like It’s 1995: 3 Costly Mistakes Buyers and Sellers Are Still Making,Christopher Madden

    Tired of the same real estate BS in Luzerne County? You’re not alone.Most buyers and sellers in Wilkes-Barre, Mountain Top, and Dallas are still playing by outdated rules — and it’s costing them big time. In this short video, I break down the three costly mistakes that are keeping people from buying

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  • Are You Prepared for the 2026 Luzerne Market? Why Price Stability Changes Everything

    Are You Prepared for the 2026 Luzerne Market? Why Price Stability Changes Everything,Christopher Madden

    The 2026 Luzerne Market: It's Not a Crash, But Sellers Need to Ditch the Pandemic Playbook     Let’s cut the crap. You’re hearing two stories about the Luzerne County housing trends for sellers: 2026 forecast: one from the old guard yelling "boom!" and another from the headlines screaming "crash!".

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  • Your House Isn't Worth That: A No-BS Guide to Listing Your Home in Mountain Top PA and Setting the Right Price.

    Your House Isn't Worth That: A No-BS Guide to Listing Your Home in Mountain Top PA and Setting the Right Price.,Christopher Madden

        Look, you own property in Mountain Top, PA. You’ve got the solid schools, the easy access to I-81, and maybe you can even see Nesbitt Memorial Lake from your backyard. You’re sitting on gold. But when it comes time for listing your home in Mountain Top PA, most sellers screw it up by listening t

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  • How to Negotiate a Low Home Appraisal in Luzerne County: Your Cash-Saving, No-BS Playbook.

    How to Negotiate a Low Home Appraisal in Luzerne County: Your Cash-Saving, No-BS Playbook.,Christopher Madden

    🏚️ The Low Appraisal Hit: Your Blueprint for Brutal Negotiation in Luzerne County   Let’s get one thing straight: You found a house you love in Mountain Top, you sweated through the bid war, and now the bank’s appraiser just punched you in the gut. The appraisal came in low. Don't panic, but don't

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  • The $20,000 Mistake: Why Selling Without an Agent in Mountain Top is a Bad Bet

    The $20,000 Mistake: Why Selling Without an Agent in Mountain Top is a Bad Bet,Christopher Madden

      If you’ve been scrolling Zillow or Facebook Marketplace thinking, “How hard can it be to sell my house myself?”—you’re not alone. Every year, plenty of homeowners in Mountain Top and across Luzerne County try the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) route to “save” on commission. But here’s the reality: the r

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  • Your Agent is Lying If They Don't Use This Tech to Sell Your Mountain Top Home

    Your Agent is Lying If They Don't Use This Tech to Sell Your Mountain Top Home,Christopher Madden

    Let's cut the crap. You’re selling a house in Mountain Top, PA. You want top dollar and fast execution. What your neighbor’s agent did five years ago—a few blurry cell phone photos and an open house sign—is a recipe for failure now. Here’s the gut-punch: If your agent isn’t talking about Matterport,

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  • The 2026 Luzerne Market: It's Not a Crash, But Sellers Need to Ditch the Pandemic Playbook

    The 2026 Luzerne Market: It's Not a Crash, But Sellers Need to Ditch the Pandemic Playbook,Chris Madden, Associate Broker EXP Realty LLC

    The 2026 Luzerne Market: It's Not a Crash, But Sellers Need to Ditch the Pandemic Playbook by Christopher Madden Associate Broker Exp Realty LLC Let’s cut the crap. You’re hearing two stories about 2026 Luzerne County housing market trends for sellers: one from your uncle at the bar screaming "boom!

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  • Luzerne County First-Time Buyer Closing Costs: What No One Tells You Until It’s Too Late

    Luzerne County First-Time Buyer Closing Costs: What No One Tells You Until It’s Too Late,Christopher Madden

    Luzerne County First-Time Buyer Closing Costs: What No One Tells You Until It’s Too Late     Stop Guessing: Real Closing Cost Numbers for Luzerne County First-Time Buyers Let’s kill the biggest myth right out of the gate: your down payment is not your only upfront cost.Every week, I meet first-time

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  • Why Now Is the Critical Moment to List in Luzerne County — Before the Next Wave Hits

    Why Now Is the Critical Moment to List in Luzerne County — Before the Next Wave Hits,Christopher Madden

      Introduction You’ve heard the chatter: “The market’s cool”, “Maybe wait until next year”.But here’s the straight truth: if you’re in the market to sell in Luzerne County (especially in areas like Mountain Top), waiting might cost you more than you think.Because this market has quietly shifted—and

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  • Modern Living Awaits: New Construction with Fresh Price Reduction at 2 Gay Avenue, Nuangola

    Modern Living Awaits: New Construction with Fresh Price Reduction at 2 Gay Avenue, Nuangola,Christopher Madden

    Modern Living Awaits: New Construction with Fresh Price Reduction at 2 Gay Avenue, NuangolaIf you’ve been dreaming of a brand-new home that blends contemporary comfort with timeless appeal, your opportunity has arrived! This stunning single-family residence at 2 Gay Avenue in Nuangola is a true stan

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  • The Crisis No One's Talking About: Why the 2025 Crestwood School Board Election Actually Matters

     The Crisis No One's Talking About: Why the 2025 Crestwood School Board Election Actually Matters,Christopher Madden

      Something big is coming to the Crestwood School District—and no, it’s not a new curriculum or a stadium upgrade. There’s a lawsuit on the table, legal tension already boiling under the surface, and a major leadership shakeup in motion. Quietly, but officially, the school board has already voted to

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  • The Coming Data Center Boom in Luzerne County: What Residents Really Need to Know

    The Coming Data Center Boom in Luzerne County: What Residents Really Need to Know,Christopher Madden

    The Coming Data Center Boom in Luzerne County: What Residents Really Need to Know   Let’s get right to it—Luzerne County is being eyed for something big. And no, it’s not a new Sheetz or some niche chain restaurant. We’re talking data centers—huge, power-hungry facilities that store the internet's b

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  • Essential Homebuyer Tips for 2025: Navigating Today’s Market with Confidence

    Essential Homebuyer Tips for 2025: Navigating Today’s Market with Confidence,Christopher Madden

    Essential Homebuyer Tips for 2025: Navigating Today’s Market with ConfidenceBuying a home in 2025 is both exciting and a little daunting, especially with the market’s ups and downs. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned mover, these tips will help you navigate the process with clarity and confi

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Moving to Mountain Top, PA: The No-BS Guide to Living in the Crestwood School District (18707)
Moving to Mountain Top, PA: The No-BS Guide to Living in the Crestwood School District (18707)
 The FSBO Fantasy: Why “Selling It Yourself” Usually Costs You More
The FSBO Fantasy: Why “Selling It Yourself” Usually Costs You More
The Agent Who Ghosted You: Why Your Listing’s Getting Crickets
The Agent Who Ghosted You: Why Your Listing’s Getting Crickets
The $100,000 Lie: Market Data Interpretation for Sellers in Luzerne County
The $100,000 Lie: Market Data Interpretation for Sellers in Luzerne County
Fire Your Billboard Agent: How Tech-Powered Property Marketing Drives a Premium Sale Price
Fire Your Billboard Agent: How Tech-Powered Property Marketing Drives a Premium Sale Price
The Real Cash You Need: Leveraging First Time Home Buyer Programs in Luzerne County
The Real Cash You Need: Leveraging First Time Home Buyer Programs in Luzerne County
Luzerne County Home Value: The 3 Simple Factors That Determine Your Price in 2026
Luzerne County Home Value: The 3 Simple Factors That Determine Your Price in 2026
Stop Buying a Home in Luzerne County Like It’s 1995: 3 Costly Mistakes Buyers and Sellers Are Still Making
Stop Buying a Home in Luzerne County Like It’s 1995: 3 Costly Mistakes Buyers and Sellers Are Still Making
Are You Prepared for the 2026 Luzerne Market? Why Price Stability Changes Everything
Are You Prepared for the 2026 Luzerne Market? Why Price Stability Changes Everything
Your House Isn't Worth That: A No-BS Guide to Listing Your Home in Mountain Top PA and Setting the Right Price.
Your House Isn't Worth That: A No-BS Guide to Listing Your Home in Mountain Top PA and Setting the Right Price.
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