I wanted to share a story about some sellers that I recently helped in Bethlehem, Matt and Anna.

Watch Out, Allentown! There will be a rise in property taxes in the 2026 budget that Mayor Matt Tuerk has proposed for Allentown.

A press statement from the city that the $245 million budget included a 3.96% increase to property taxes as well as a previously authorized $140 increase to trash fees. The yearly budget must be adopted by the council and the administration by December 31.

The city's Property Tax Lookup Tool, accessible at www.allentownpa.gov/budget, allows taxpayers to assess the impact of the planned property tax increase on their individual tax bills. At City Hall, the Allentown Public Library, the Lehigh County Law Library, and on the city's website, the public may peruse the proposed budget.

Below is the Estimated Timetable From City Counsel 

October 22nd, Wednesday

6 p.m. Money and Spending Plans

6:30 p.m Development in the Community and Economy

October 29th, Wednesday

6 p.m. Personnel, Management, and Data Infrastructure

6:30 p.m. Recreation and Parks

November 5th, Wednesday 

5:45 p.m Safety for the Public

6:15 p.m City Hall

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At this week's intersection of South Walnut and Main streets in Slatington, demolition crews started tearing down a historic Victorian home.  A press release announced that the Walnut Street Bridge, which spans Trout Creek and Factory Street in the Borough of Slatington, Lehigh County, is closed to traffic since Monday, June 10th, 2024, until the bridge replacement project is finished. 

Due to the bridge closure, drivers will not be able to utilize the left turn into Walnut Street from Main Street either. The easterly sidewalk will also be blocked for pedestrian safety, thus only the westerly sidewalk may be used. Although the Lehigh County owns the bridge, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will be in charge of the project to rebuild it and realign the roads. 

The decision to shut the bridge was made due to the structural breakdown of many bridge components, as well as the time and money needed to rebuild the current bridge. 

The work on the bridge project has now started. The first home is removed and now the second house will be removed next as well. Funding is now secured and the project will take 2 years to complete. The Lehigh County engineer has Pennsylvania Department of Transportation inpect the bridge and structural failures. Work is expected to be done July 11, 2028. Estimated cost is 9.5 Million and the project was awarded to Richard E, Pierson Construction Co. Inc of Pilesgrove, New Jersey. 

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Recently, the preliminary subdivision plan for a home development was approved by the Bethlehem Township Board of Commissioners.

Situated at 3107 Farmersville Road, this 52-acre development is dubbed the Fields at Farmersville and has plans for 108 dwelling units. Not for the whole subdivision and land development project, but for the Farmersville Road reconstruction and culvert, which entailed exemptions from the township's SALDO standards.

Colliers Engineering, on behalf of the applicant, argued that the proposed upgrade or replacement of the Farmersville Road culvert did not constitute an applicable SALDO or SMO requirement, and that the proposal is largely complies with all standards. Bethlehem Township Municipal Authority, which is planning to replace and enhance the current Farmersville Road culvert, disagrees with that assessment. In order to fund the renovation, the applicant proposed a BTMA payment of $107,842.13. Drainage pipes situated within street rights-of-way were the subject of the exemptions that were presented to the board. The developer's seven waiver requests were withdrawn since they were no longer necessary. The waivers were refused Monday night by the commissioners.

The applicant promised to provide township authorities more information in their final proposal after revising the plan for massive box culverts in response to several June requests.

In a stormwater agreement, commissioners gave the go-ahead for the township to join a "collaborative endeavor" with the Palmer Township Stormwater Authority, Palmer Township, and the Bethlehem Township Municipal Authority to carry out certain stormwater management projects.

Palmer Township and Bethlehem Township will both benefit from the arrangement, according to the resolution.

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According to World Atlas, two of the greatest little towns in Pennsylvania to relax in are Doylestown and New Hope.

The colonial-era buildings that make up New Hope's art galleries, cafés, and boutiques date back to the 18th century. Situated on the banks of the Delaware River, this town has a warm welcome and much to do. Historic sites such as the Parry Mansion Museum and the New Hope Railroad are open to the public. Local architecture and history may be better understood at the museum. Shows at the world-renowned Bucks County Playhouse are available to theatergoers.  

Delaware Canal State Park is a great option for anyone who want to spend time in nature. The natural plant and animal life at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve makes it a stunning place to take a stroll.  

Doylestown, located just north of Philadelphia, is home to several museums and historic sites, including the Mercer and Michener Art Museums. The historic area of Doylestown is a great place for visitors to go on walking tours that highlight the town's architecture and history.  

Peace Valley Park is a great place for outdoor lovers to picnic or go hiking while taking in breathtaking views of Lake Galena. Two great alternatives for enjoyable things to do in Doylestown are the Doylestown Arts Festival and the Doylestown Food Market.  

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The Bethlehem Township Board of Commissioners reviewed an initial blueprint for a single-family house cluster recently at the administrative office.

On Township Line Road, in a planned development known as the "Gold Property," 67 detached single-family houses would be built on 68 lots, covering an area of about 58 acres.

The township's municipal officials jotted down a total of forty-five acres are situated in Bethlehem Township, with twenty-three acres being inside the city limits of Bethlehem. Bethlehem Township will have 48 homes, while the city proper will have 19. The property is located in the township's Rural Residential zoning area. Cluster growth within a single family is permissible under certain conditions. The project site is included by Act 167 of the Monocacy Creek Watershed.

The northern boundary of the land is Route 22, the western boundary is Township Line Road, and the southern and eastern boundaries are occupied by Northampton County. The application will result in the acquisition of open space in Northampton County.

Developer Andrew Bohl of Hanover Engineering Associates believe that the home sizes would range from 1,750 to 2,450 square feet. The building's single entry and exit is on Township Line Road. The original concept evolved into a better one after taking into account comments from township and municipal staff.

Mulitple individuals spoke out against the proposal at the public meeting, claiming that it is outdated since it does not take into account the township's existing requirements and the project being 18 years old. Others had comments about the potential increase traffic, and enviroment treatment of the fishes and animals in Monocacy Creek.

With all these concerns, there are two sets of rights that must be satisfied: those of the developers and those of the inhabitants. The  Bethlehem Planning Commission members met and came up with a rough proposal, but no final decision.

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Reading PA Housing Market Is Going Through The Roof!

Barry Ciabattoni, a real estate agent with RE/MAX located in Berks, discusses the Berks and Reading Housing Market.  

The current number of postings is about 461 houses. The median price of June has been around $270,000. July Current Estimate is $307,000. Therefore, it has gone up, which is a solid indicator that it's heading in the right direction.

The wide variety of housing possibilities in the city is endless! The properties are amazing and many are located in a rural destination in a bustling city. 

Barry Ciabattoni believe the market is doing really well. He warned his customers to "keep an eye out" since interest rates will shortly be falling. As soon as they drop, another wave of buyers will come rushing in... don't get pushed out!

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There's a new Mexican-fusion restaurant opening in Lower Saucon Township on August 26th! 

Located at 1882 Leithsville Road, in the Creekside Marketplace, the new facility that once housed Unrivaled Fitness + Wellness will now be home to Bubbakoo's Burritos! Which will be the first Lehigh Valley outpost for the chain.

Paul Altero and Bill Hart established Bubbakoo's in 2008 in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, and ever since more than 130 Bubbakoo's restaurants are now part of the company, with a few more having opened in the Lehigh Valley and the surrounding regions in recent years. In 2021, Bubbakoo came to Richland Township, Bucks County on North West End Boulevard (Route 309); in 2022, it came to Bartonsville, Monroe County on Route 611; in 2024, it came to Hatfield Township, Montgomery County on Forty Foot Road; and now in 2025, it comes to the Lehigh Valley in Hellertown!

They just aren't burrito based, they also serve taco salads, hard and soft shell tacos, quesadillas, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos, and more ! Bubbakoo's Burritos aren't just a one-trick pony. Similar to other burrito places, you can pick and choose what you desire to build your burrito. Starting with the protein: crispy, grilled, or shredded chicken, hibachi steak, shrimp, ground beef, carnitas, barbacoa, or fried cauliflower.  The next step is to choose the base ingredients, which may be either brown or white rice, black or pinto beans, a distinctive flavor (e.g., sriracha ranch, pineapple salsa, cheese, pickled jalapenos, or crema Mexicana), and toppings. Extras like bacon, guacamole, and queso are available as add-ons.

Other tasty foods on the menu that will be availble is Nashville hot chicken, red pepper aioli, Philly steak, Buffalo ranch crispy chicken quesadilla, and MORE! One of the chain's best-selling items is the Chiwawa, which resembles a huge rice ball.

And cool side dishes like chicken wings, loaded fries, curly fries, cauliflower nibbles, jalapeo poppers, and Southwest potstickers are among the other menu standouts. Room for dessert?? Bubbakoo's Burritos will also have Fried Oreos and Love Chips, a tasty fried sugar coated tortillas chips drizzeled with either raspbery or caramel sauce. 

!!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS: BUBBAKOO'S BURRITOS OPENING 8/26/25 @ 1882 Leithsville Road, Hellertown !!!

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The Lehigh Valley Has Done It Again!

Our home sales in June 2025 broke records before, and now in July 2025,

We Are Breaking Records AGAIN! 

According to Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors (GLVR), the median sales price in the Lehigh Valley housing market hit $375,000 in July, passing the previous high set of $370,000 in June. Hitting a new price record so soon shows how adaptable and growing the Lehigh Valley market and people are. Lehigh Valley Homes properties are HOT and are selling above their asking price, demonstrating how dedicated our buyers are to increasing our community value.

Every day, Lehigh Valley is getting closer to the national median sales price for existing homes of $435,300. 

The July Report highlights that there were 865 units for sale in Lehigh and Northampton counties, reflecting a 4.3% decrease in inventory. New listings slipped 6.6% to 805. Furthermore, closed sales remained steady at 624 listings, and homes sold on average in 17 days, one day faster than July 2024.

The National Association of Realtors believes six months is associated with a healthy inventory, and anything above six months is considered a buyers' market, while currently in the Lehigh Valley, we are experiencing a seller's market. 

In the Carbon County July Report, we saw a median sales price in July increase to $255,900. Closed sales jumped to 71, and new listings increased slightly to 106, while inventory decreased to 192 units.

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In Northampton County, a new spot serving burgers and beers created right there just opened.

On Friday, July 25, at 4 p.m., the Nazareth Brew Co. hosted its grand opening at 35 Belvidere St. in Nazareth. The craft brewery and restaurant offers a diverse selection of beers, upscale pub grub, live music, and more. The main bar, dining area with a small stage, kitchen, and brewhouse will all be located on the ground floor of the two-story full-service brewpub. The second floor, featuring more dining space and a smaller, secondary bar, will primarily host overflow dining and private parties.

Offering primarily traditional styles of beer, Nazareth Brew Co. uses a five-barrel brewing facility. A smooth, malt-driven British-style ale with a subtle hop taste and a crisp, dry finish is one of the beers that visitors may anticipate. Another is "Extra Special Bitter."

Included in the other offerings are the "Pentatonic Pale Ale" and the "Plain American Stout," the latter of which is a traditional stout made using pale American malt and roasted barley. Their selection will include lagers and IPAs, among others, but will avoid anything too gimmicky and will be focusing on classic beer styles.

The brew pub is planning to increase its draft lineup from four to ten varieties as the brewery increases its beer production. The grand opening will feature four of the brewery's own beers. Canned beers will be available in the future as well.

The bar will also feature a selection of wines and drinks created in Pennsylvania using spirits from the state. When it comes to the menu, patrons can anticipate a modern take on traditional bar fare.

Meals: Salads, small plates, handhelds, and entrees of various kinds will be available as well! Burgers, both signature and custom-made, will take center stage, featuring premium beef ground on-site by the kitchen staff.

The burgers will come in various sizes and flavors. You'll be able to choose between single or double smash patties, and we'll also have half-pound steak burgers. There will be pre-made choices as well as the chance to create your own. Handhelds like fried chicken and grilled chicken sandwiches will also be available, as will meals including strip steak, surf and turf (steak and shrimp), salmon, fried chicken, and ribs. And there will be vegetarian options, so there's something for everyone!

With room for about 80 people at the bar and tables for more at the restaurant, Nazareth Brewing Co. pays homage to Nazareth's past with a rose in its emblem.

History Lesson: The area that contains Nazareth today was awarded to the Moravian immigrants by the Penn family in 1754 with "The Barony of the Rose." The sole stipulation for this abundant land grant was the annual delivery of one rose to William Penn on June 24th. As a result of this one small deal, Nazareth became the dynamic agricultural and commercial center it is today.

Membership: The brew pub is launching a mug club called "The Barony" with exclusive benefits for the first one hundred members. The benefits package includes a 20-ounce ceramic mug, a founding member T-shirt, a 10% discount, a free birthday beer, special admission to events, a yearly Nazareth Brewing Co. anniversary dinner, and much more!!!

Nazareth Brew Co. is open from 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays to Thursdays, 11 a.m to 11 p.m Friday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, and closed Mondays.

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