Meet Our Team

Our team is here to serve you no matter where you are in Central Pennsylvania.
John Beinhaur

John Beinhaur

Attorney and Title Agent

717-591-2813

John Beinhaur, also known as JB, has been in the title insurance industry since 1990.  He is also a real estate attorney, so he can offer guidance with transactions that require legal assistance.  John is also a partner in 1st Advantage Settlement Services.  When he isn’t at the office, you can find him enjoying his beach house in the summer and playing “Santa” during the holidays.

Kristan Balotta

Kristan Balotta

Title Agent/Processor

717-591-7736

Kristan Balotta has been in title insurance industry for 21 years and is a Licensed Title Agent. She joined 1st Advantage Settlement Services in March 2018.  She is very well versed on every transaction and her knowledge and experience make her a huge asset to the company.  Kristan has a son in middle school and a daughter in high school.  They keep her very active with their sports schedules.

Trisha Wertz

Trisha Wertz

Title Agent/Processor

717-591-7713

Trisha Wertz has been in the Title Insurance Industry for four years and is a Licensed Title Agent. Trisha started with 1st Advantage Settlement Services in November 2019 after working with a local attorney’s office.  Her drive and professionalism show in every transaction. When Trisha isn’t at work, she is enjoying spending time with her son who is starting kindergarten, and her daughter who is 4 months old.  She enjoys spending time outdoors and with her family.

Erin Duffy

Erin Duffy

Title Agent/Manager

717-591-7749

Erin Duffy has been in the title insurance industry for 21 years and is a Licensed Title Agent. She is a partner in 1st Advantage Settlement Services and oversees all the operations of the company.  Erin enjoys spending time with her son who is going into kindergarten and spending time watching her stepson play baseball. 

Ashley Fojutowski

Ashley Fojutowski

Title Assistant

717-591-7735

Ashley Fojutowski has been in the title insurance industry for five years.  Prior to joining 1st Advantage Settlement Services in 2017, she worked as an administrative assistant at a local real estate company. Ashley enjoys being outdoors, listing to live music, and being a mom to her three cats.

RE/MAX 1st Advantage

RE/MAX 1st Advantage

Full-Service Real Estate

717-591-5555

RE/MAX 1st Advantage is a family owned and operated company that is comprised of the best agents in the Central Pennsylvania marketplace. We are a full service one-stop-shop that can handle all of your Central Pennsylvania real estate needs.

Tim Costello

Tim Costello

Real estate is not about selling or buying a home. It’s about representing your client’s greatest asset to your client’s greatest benefit.

Tim sells over 150 homes a year with the Team Approach and is in the Top 1% of The Greater Harrisburg Area Board of Realtors. Together with his father Gene Costello and 2 full time assistants, Tim and Gene provide the best customer service possible to their clients. 

Gene Costello

Gene Costello

If you’re not going to put your money into real estate, where else?

As a RE/MAX agent, I’m dedicated to helping my clients find the home of their dreams. Whether you are buying or selling a home or just curious about the local market, I would love to offer my support and services. I know the local community — both as an agent and a neighbor — and can help guide you through the nuances of our local market. With access to top listings, a worldwide network, exceptional marketing strategies and cutting-edge technology, I work hard to make your real estate experience memorable and enjoyable.

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