Across the country, 2020 was a record-breaking year for the housing market—and the Lehigh Valley has been no exception! Nationwide, more people have been buying homes or actively seeking to buy homes over the last year and more. Demand has outpaced supply, and housing prices have skyrocketed. In f...
Read MoreConsidering a move to the Lehigh Valley? While our area is known for its affordable cost of living and great amenities, it’s worth taking a look at nationwide housing trends before you commit to a new region. Keep reading to find out what housing market experts are projecting for 2021, both in the L...
Read MoreCOVID-19 has changed each of our personal lives in significant ways—and as a result, entire communities and regions are being changed, too! These major changes are certainly evident here in the Lehigh Valley, especially within the local housing market. What do these societal shifts mean for our ch...
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard the buzz about a housing crisis, but how serious is it? Is it simply low inventory, or is it to the point where buyers will be pushed out of the market and put in a position where they can’t afford to buy a home? According to Zillow economist Matthew Speakman as quoted by Nat...
Read MoreThere’s no doubt that life during the pandemic has changed drastically. While it’s easy to identify ways that the virus has negatively impacted our society, instances of surprising silver linings are beginning to emerge. One of the positive changes that the pandemic has brought forth is a strength...
Read MoreIf last year has proven anything, it’s been that many office workers can continue doing their jobs from home and remain highly productive. In fact, a lot of people left the big metropolitan areas once thought of as the only places where you could obtain well-paid white-collar jobs to live in more af...
Read MoreIf you’re moving to Bethlehem, PA, one of the first things you’ll notice is about the city is its rich and storied history. Locals are proud of our many unique traditions and distinctive historic buildings—including the incredible Hotel Bethlehem. Founded back in 1741, the Hotel Bethlehem just ach...
Read MoreIn 2020, a number of Greater Lehigh Valley companies havemade the Inc. 5000—a ranking of thefastest-growing private companies throughout the country. So, we wanted to givea quick shout out to the successful businesses representing our localcommunities. Netizen of Allentown came in at the highest ran...
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hanks to a continuous record of strong economic growth, thousands of families, individuals, and businesses are moving to the Lehigh Valley every year—and O’Brien’s Moving and Storage has relocated many of them! As a longstanding and locally based Lehigh Valley moving company, we’re extremely proud t...
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In a region that has long suffered from the closure of steel mills and other manufacturing centers, the Lehigh Valley stands out for its decades-long economic revival. While surrounding states have seen jobs and wages decline, the Lehigh Valley has shown a unique level of growth and development—with...
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