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Pete Sebock is the Broker of Record for Clear Choice Enterprises. Prior to a career in real estate, he was in retail management. Starting in Wal-Mart Stores right out of high school, he quickly worked his way through the management roles. Catching the attention of K-Mart, he was recruited to head up the Photo Lab division bringing the first Photo Labs to Butler K-Mart, surrounding and expanding to service four states. While the job opportunity was great, K-Mart fell on hard times after issues arsing from the Martha Stewart collection and ulitmately starting the closure of the large chain store.

This change in job gave the opportunity to start a career in real estate. Pete had always had an interest in real estate,...

Top 7 Winter DIY Projects

Winter months bring cold days and long nights. While you wait for the weather to warm up so you can get out into the garden, there are still plenty of great DIY projects to tackle, even in the winter. Here are 7 terrific ideas for the Do it Yourselfer in you.

1. Paint Your Walls – Paint an accent wall or an entire room with a fresh color.

2. Declutter – Sure this sounds like a fancy name for house cleaning, but decluttering is more than that. Remove excess furnishings to make your rooms seem larger and more inviting.

3. Update Your Kitchen –A new backsplash or cabinet pulls can quickly change the look and feel of your kitchen.

4. Add Insulation – This will provide instant satisfaction as those cold, drafty rooms feel warm and cozy. If you have some real skill, you can include changing out old windows or doors as well.

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"Meet Carmen and Chrissie Shullo! 

They joined the CCE family in the fall of 2020 and are both new to real estate. They have been married for ten years, and they have a nine year old son, Carmen, and two cats, Sneaky and Gandalf. When Carmen is not traveling as a consultant to car dealerships, you might find him at the gym training his body in Olympic weightlifting, Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai. Or you might find him at home training his mind in scripture and the importance of freedom. He is an avid gun enthusiast and loves motorsports of all kinds. Chrissie is more likely to be found on a yoga mat than under a barbell, as she enjoys the quiet and peace of the practice. She also has a deep love for reading and writing, and is always willing to explore a new artistic endeavor. She is a passionate fan of hockey, especially the...

Brandon Setnar is a certified professional air traffic controller, a licensed private pilot and a certified nutritionist. He is also a real estate investor and licensed Realtor.

Brandon is a graduate of Butler High School, Class of 2004. He has an associate degree in
applied science/air traffic control from the Community College of Beaver County.

Brandon began his first 6 years of his career as a certified professional air traffic controller at
Orlando International Tower and Orlando Terminal Radar Approach Control (F11 Tracon) in
Florida. He is now a certified professional controller at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), where he has worked for the last 7 years providing critical guidance and safety for aircraft.
As a new father with a growing family in a new home, Brandon realized the importance of “the
house hunt” – finding just the right fit, the right place to start a new chapter in life, and decided
to grow his family’s...

5 Paint Colors That Reduce Stress

In this hectic, modern world coming home to a relaxing space has become even more important. Creating a space which allows you and your family to renew their energy in a calm, peaceful environment is easier than you might think. The design colors you choose do more than anything else to create the atmosphere you want, and nothing is easier to change than your paint colors.

Here are 5 paint colors that reduce stress:

1. Blue – Blue is often used in bedrooms and is shown to reduce tension.

2. Violet – Not the vibrant purple, but subtle lavender hues can bring an inner balance and sense of peace.

3. Green – Reflecting the natural environment of the outdoors, green is visually soothing and refreshing.

4. Grey – One of the best new neutrals, a cooling grey shade is easy on the eye and creates the illusion of larger space.

5. Pink – Long hailed by Feng Shui experts as an energy color, pink provides...

I have always had the mentality of “live to serve”. It has always been a part of my business model.
Serving this community is an honor and not one I take lightly. Working with so many first time
homebuyers, I get the opportunity to educate them through the process of purchasing and beyond. I
pride myself in the relationship I build with clients and the trust that they place in me to assist them in
buying/seller. Attention to detail is key. My family is my world and while our children (Caiden-8 and
Penelope- 5 ½) are young, they love what mommy does. My husband of almost 13 years is so supportive
and loves the family atmosphere that is Clear Choice. He is also my sign boy. He helps me put up and
take down signs at listings. It is truly a family affair. We love to play board games, watch movies, build
puzzles and swim. I have a Bachelor’s degree from IUP in Vocational Education with a specialty in Baking
and Pastry Arts. I love to bake and...