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A Cold Early Morning In The Poconos

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Matt Cordisco

It’s a chilly winter morning, right in the middle of the longest part of the cold season in the Pocono Mountains. I glance out my window – there is usually a family of deer in my front yard in the…

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Posted in lifestyle, Living Pocono, Pocono Living, winter

Find Your Pocono Escape in Arrowhead Lake

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Looking for a Pocono community that blends peace, recreation, and seclusion? Arrowhead Lake in Pocono Lake checks every box. Nature, Privacy & Peace of Mind Inside Arrowhead’s gates you’ll find a general rustic aesthetic – trees, wildlife, lakes. Morning walks…

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Why an Experienced Realtor Matters When Selling Your Pocono Home

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Thinking about selling your home in the Poconos? It’s one of the biggest financial moves most people make – and having the right guide can make all the difference. Here are a few reasons why working with an experienced Realtor…

Could Your Pocono Peace Of Mind Be A Home In Thornhurst?

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

When people dream of a Pocono lifestyle, Thornhurst often checks all the right boxes. Here are three reasons why buyers are falling in love with this part of the mountains: 1. Surrounded by NatureThornhurst is tucked inside the Lackawanna State…

Why To Buy In Riverside Estates

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

If you’re looking for a place in the Poconos that feels private, peaceful, and still close to everything you need, Riverside Estates in Pocono Lake may be the place you are seeking. Here are a few reasons why Riverside Estates…

4 Reasons To Buy A Home In The Poconos Today

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make – but waiting for the “perfect” time can sometimes cost more than it saves – meanwhile time stops for none of us. Here are four solid reasons why buying…

There Are Homes For Sale in The Poconos, Listed For Less Than The National Median Sales Price

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Did you know the median sales price of an existing single-family home in the U.S. is now $422,400 (National Association of Realtors, July 2025)? That’s the national picture. But here in the Poconos, you don’t have to spend nearly that…

3 Common Mistakes Pocono Lake Homeowners Make When Selling — And How to Avoid Them

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Selling a home in Pocono Lake can be exciting, but missteps can cost you time and money. Here are three common mistakes – and how you can avoid them. Mistake 1: Overpricing the Home Why it’s a mistake: Setting the…

Cashing Out in Pocono Lake: From STR Investment To Sold And In The Rearview!

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

If you’ve been running a short-term rental in Pocono Lake, you already know the drill: managing bookings, keeping the place spotless, responding to guests, and making sure everything is perfect every stay. It can be rewarding – but let’s be…

Ready To Sell Your Pocono Lake Property? Here’s A Simple Checklist To Get Started!

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Thinking about selling your home in Pocono Lake? The market is active, and buyers are still looking for the right property – a search that begins online for most buyers, where first impressions can really matter. Here’s a quick checklist…

3 Strategies To Maximize Your Airbnb Hosting

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Running a successful Airbnb isn’t just about listing your home and waiting for guests to show up – it’s about being intentional with how you manage it. The difference between a calendar full of bookings and one with gaps often…

Tagged with: airbnb, Living Pocono, Pocono Mountains, Poconos, vacation rental
Posted in airbnb, lifestyle, Living Pocono, Pocono, Poconos, short term rental, vacation, vacation rental

Pocono Homeownership – Stability You Can Bank On and a Lifestyle You’ll Love

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Rent payments vanish into thin air every month. Month after month, you are paying someone else’s mortgage, but you’re not getting anything lasting in return – and then when your landlord decides to sell, your rent goes up. Buying a…

Tagged with: homeownership, Poconos, Real Estate
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Why Pocono Lake is Perfect for First-Time Homebuyers on a Budget

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Buying your first home can feel exciting… and overwhelming. Between saving for a down payment, navigating mortgages, and finding a place you actually love, the process can feel like a full-time job. The good news? If you’re looking for an…

Making the Move: Change Your Life With Homeownership For $250k in Pocono Lake

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

If you’ve been daydreaming about a change of scenery — trading in city noise, crowded streets, and the daily grind for something quieter, greener, and more affordable — Pocono Lake might just be calling your name. And here’s the best…

Summertime: Life In The Poconos

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Evenings by the Fire, Mornings by the Lake In the Poconos, the best days aren’t complicated. You wake up, pour a cup of coffee, and step outside to the sound of the woods waking up. By late morning, you’re at…

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Posted in lifestyle, Living Pocono, Pocono, Poconos, vacation

7 Tips For Selling Your Home in The Poconos

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Let’s be honest: the real estate market in the Poconos isn’t the frenzy it was a few years ago — and that’s not a bad thing. What we’re seeing now is a return to something more balanced, more steady. Homes…

Summer Time in Arrowhead Lake!

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Hot days are well spent in Arrowhead Lake, whether by the pool or the lakes – but the community is so much more than that. Check out the community calendar at this link to see what kinds of events are…

Tagged with: arrowhead lakes, Poconos, Real Estate
Posted in Arrowhead Lake PA, Arrowhead Lakes, Arrowhead Lakes Homes For Sale, Living Pocono

All About Black Bears Presentation in Arrowhead Lake!

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Homeowners and guests can attend an all ages presentation about black bears at the lodge in Arrowhead Lake in Pocono Lake, PA with special guest speaker from BearWise.org – more information about this event here at the link. Ready for…

Sock Hop Dance Party at Arrowhead Lake on June 7, 2025!

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Matt Cordisco

Homeowners and guests staying at Arrowhead Lake are preparing for a dance party at the lodge on June 7 this year! Stop by early in the day for some swing dance lessons and then come and cut loose at the…

Neat and Comfortable – Get a Great Deal on this Saltbox Style Home For Sale in Pocono Lake, PA!

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Matt Cordisco

Tagged with: arrowhead lakes, Pocono Homes For Sale, pocono lake, Pocono Mountains, Poconos, Real Estate
Posted in Arrowhead Lake PA, Arrowhead Lakes, Arrowhead Lakes Homes For Sale, Living Pocono, Pocono Homes For Sale, Pocono Lake, Pocono Lake Homes For Sale, Pocono Lake PA

A Few Tips For Living in Thornhurst PA

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Matt Cordisco

A little wisdom from my time in “the Hurst” Thornhurst PA is a quiet little town next to the Lehigh River that is surrounded by state game lands and state forests. I have lived here since 2009 and over the…

So…Now What? The Post-Pandemic Economy Has the Housing Market Stuck in the Poconos

Posted on January 31, 2024 by Matt Cordisco

Would Be Homebuyers Find Themselves Standing Pat Awaiting a Home Price Decline That is Slow to Arrive – Meanwhile Rates Are Still Higher Than We’ve Seen in Decades It’s no secret that a lot of Pocono homes sold for higher…

Tagged with: arrowhead lakes, Pocono Homes For Sale, pocono lake, Pocono Mountains, Poconos, Real Estate
Posted in economy, Living Pocono, Real Estate

Pocono Homebuying Like a Pro: 4 Tips When Searching Pocono Homes For Sale

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Matt Cordisco

Every year thousands of people are drawn to the beauty of the Pocono Mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania. Between it’s proximity to major population centers and the relative affordability of a trip to the Poconos as compared to other travel destinations…

Tagged with: arrowhead lakes, blog, life, pennsylvania, Pocono Homes For Sale, Poconos, Real Estate, Thornhurst, travel
Posted in Living Pocono

Choosing Mountain Living: 3 Reasons to Embrace Life in the Pocono Mountains Over the City

Posted on April 15, 2023 by Matt Cordisco

The hustle and bustle of city living can be overwhelming, and many people are seeking a slower pace of life and a closer connection to nature. If you’re considering a change of scenery, the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania offer a…

Tagged with: homes for sale, Pocono Mountains, Poconos, Real Estate
Posted in Living Pocono

Top Reasons to Use a Realtor to Sell Your Pocono Property

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Matt Cordisco

If you’re planning to sell your property in the Pocono Mountains, you may be tempted to go the “For Sale By Owner” (FSBO) route to save on commissions. However, using a qualified Realtor can provide you with numerous benefits and…

Posted in Living Pocono

Experience the Magic of the Pocono Mountains: Why You Should Invest in Property Today

Posted on April 1, 2023 by Matt Cordisco

If you’re looking for a beautiful getaway that’s just a short drive from major cities like Philadelphia, New York City, and New Jersey, the Pocono Mountains are an ideal location. This scenic region offers a variety of recreational activities, stunning…

Why The Federal Reserve’s Idea of a Housing Correction Could be Bad News for Consumers

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Matt Cordisco

The latest news out of the Federal Reserve could spell trouble for most Americans while simultaneously doing nothing to help those who need it most. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has stated more than once this year that the housing market…

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3 Buying Tips For a Hot Seller’s Market

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Matt Cordisco

House-hunting in a hot seller’s market can be exhausting and frustrating (related article: Why Buy in the Poconos). Between making time to see properties and then preparing an offer only to end up in yet another bidding war, buyers are…

Tagged with: homebuying, Pocono Homes For Sale
Posted in Living Pocono

Arrowhead Lakes – Market Report 11/18/2019

Posted on November 18, 2019 by Matt Cordisco

Right now in Arrowhead Lakes there are: 74 Active Listings 30 Pending Listings So far this year, up to this very moment, there have been 132 closed sales in the MLS for Arrowhead Lakes. Check out everything for sale in…

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Posted in Arrowhead Lakes, Arrowhead Lakes Homes For Sale, Living Pocono

Home Sale Predictions for Arrowhead Lake in 2018

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Matt Cordisco

My frequent readers know that I keep a close eye on Arrowhead Lake‘s home market. Well something has been on my mind the past few days as I compiled information regarding home sales in the community and that is this…

Thornhurst Country Club Estates – A Place For Outdoors Lovers!

Posted on June 8, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

Tucked away between Lackawanna State Forest and Pinchot State Forest is a scenic North Pocono town called Thornhurst, enshrouded by wilderness but still accessible with a short drive, and the main population hub of Thornhurst is Thornhurst Country Club Estates.…

Time To Sell? Here is What I Can Do For You

Posted on June 8, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

Life takes us all in unexpected directions from time to time. A common story I get from my selling clients in the Poconos goes something like, “well the kids are all going off to college and we don’t have the…

Pocono Homebuying : Buying A Vacation Home in Arrowhead Lakes

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

Arrowhead Lakes is a private community in Pocono Lake, PA and it is absolutely where you want to buy your vacation home. Secluded but not stranded, Arrowhead Lakes benefits from a combination of a rustic mountain aesthetic and top-notch amenity…

Vacation at the Shangri-La of the Poconos!

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

Looking for a vacation home in the Poconos that can fit your whole party in one place? In this Spacious 5 Bedrooms/2 Bathroom Lakeview Pocono Home in Blakeslee, PA, you have lots to enjoy – from a great location…

Tagged with: Blakeslee PA, briercrest woods, pocono vacation, Poconos, vacation
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3 Reasons To Vacation in Locust Lake Village

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

The Poconos is comprised of many communities with varying options for amentities, but Locust Lake Village in Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania remains one of the most popular summer destinations in the area year after year. Being in close proximity to both…

How To Find Your Pocono Paradise

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

So you’re ready for life at a better pace but you’re not quite sure how to get started with the next (and the most fun) step – house hunting. Initially you might you have an app for that. After all,…

108 Magnolia Drive – The Best Deal in Thornhurst!

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Matt Cordisco

Great opportunity to live in the secluded-but-not-stranded Pocono paradise of Thornhurst Township! This 1500 square foot Mountain Chalet backs up to plenty of green scenery and includes lots of recently upgraded features including new floors, new appliances, new cabinets, and…

Warm By The Fire

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

New Year’s Eve is usually a pretty cold day in the Poconos and 2016 is delivering on that with low temperatures, snow, sleet, and all kinds of wintry goodness to enjoy – safely from the fireplace! And my is that…

Tagged with: fireplace, new year's eve, Pocono Mountains, Poconos
Posted in Living Pocono, Pocono, Poconos

A Snowy Way to End The Year

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

A bit of a snowstorm was moseyed its way to the Poconos for the last weekend of the year – a pleasant circumstance for any skiing or snowboarding enthusiasts who happen to be spending New Year’s Eve weekend near one…

Tagged with: Pocono Mountains, Poconos, skiing, snow, snowboarding, winter
Posted in Living Pocono

Why Buy in the Poconos?

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

Every year, thousands of people purchase property in the Pocono Mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania – for a variety of reasons. While each person has his or her own personal story that leads them to this scenic paradise, there are a…

Tagged with: Pocono Homes For Sale, Pocono Mountains, pocono real estate, Poconos
Posted in Living Pocono

3 Perks of Winter in the Poconos

Posted on November 27, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

What you picture the Pocono Mountains in your mind’s eye, what do you see? Do you see miles of green vegetation along the rolling mountainsides? Or do you see the golden brown, orange, red, and yellow colors of Autumn dressing…

Tagged with: fireplace, nature, pocono lake, Poconos, skiing, snowboarding, winter
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Pocono Peace of Mind

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

There is a well-known feeling among Pocono Mountain enthusiasts that might be hard to explain to people who don’t frequent this rustic natural paradise. I often use the expression “a better pace” when I attempt to convey that feeling to…

3 Reasons to Love Fall in the Poconos

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

When Summer winds to an end, the residents of Northeast Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains enjoy a few things before the cold of Winter imposes itself. If you thought the Poconos was awesome during the warm months out on the lake or…

Tagged with: autumn, fall, fall foliage, pennsylvania, Poconos
Posted in Living Pocono, Picture The Poconos, Pocono Living, Poconos, The Great Outdoors

Thornhurst Country Club Estates

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

Thornhurst Country Club Estates is a private, North Pocono community, surrounded by the Lackawanna State Forest in Thornhurst Township. Homeowners enjoy a private 9-hole golf course, club house, basketball court, and a centralized location to lots of great hiking, hunting,…

116 Ottawa Trail

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

Perfect Saltbox By The Beach in Pocono Lake! Experience the Poconos in this lovely Saltbox home in Arrowhead Lakes. Located approximately 1 mile away from The Lodge and 1.2 miles from Beach 1 (beach, playground, picnic), this charming home is perfect…

4 Benefits of Hiking the Poconos in Early Spring

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

I love hiking through the state forest in early Spring – well before everything comes back to life. Don’t get me wrong, I thoroughly enjoy a good hike every season, but there are some seriously awesome benefits to going for…

Tagged with: Hiking, outdoors, Poconos, Real Estate, state forest, vacation
Posted in Living Pocono, Poconos, Real Estate, The Great Outdoors, Thornhurst

3 Reasons To Visit The Poconos

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Matt Cordisco

The Pocono Mountains in Northeast Pennsylvania remain a popular vacation destination for thousands of people every year! For a lot of people, it is a family tradition. So why do people come to the Poconos? Here are a few reasons…

Tagged with: Pocono Homes For Sale, Pocono Mountains, Poconos, Real Estate
Posted in Living Pocono, Pocono Living, Poconos

Thornhurst – Primary Pocono Living At Its Finest!

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Matt Cordisco

Thornhurst Township is a small North Pocono town with a population of roughly 1,000. Thornhurst is largely a primary living area that is comprised of homes that are both in and outside of the only private community this small township…

Big News For Big Bass Lake!

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Matt Cordisco

Home sales in Big Bass Lake are soaring this year! The first two quarters of 2015 have seen 16 home sales in Big Bass Lake – 80% of the total homes sold in 2014. The total number of Big Bass…

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Home Sales Are Up In Arrowhead Lakes!

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Matt Cordisco

The first half of 2015, the Pocono MLS cites 43 homes sold in Arrowhead Lakes – the most sales Arrowhead has seen in the first two quarters since 2007 (45). I wrote an article earlier this year speaking to the…