Kids and Dogs...Lessons to be Learned - 07/31/08 12:53 PM
Kids and Dogs...yes, I am a smoothie when it comes to kids and dogs. Now, don't get me wrong... I am not your run of the mill baby kisser. I do keep a safe distance, hahaha.
 But, I do tend to surround myself with children mostly on athletic fields as a coach or as a volunteer for school or town events. I love to have them at my home, too, surrounding myself with my own children's friends. First, it does help to have your children within your reach ( especially the older they get!) and it is great to get to know your children's … (1 comments)

Wild Mustang and Burro Rescue / August 22 @ Sussex County Fair, NJ - 07/31/08 12:05 PM
Wild Mustang and Burros --- Available for adoption
Each year hundreds of wild horses and burros roam the lands out west and since they have no natural predators...the Bureau of Land Management makes these animals available for adoption. There are standards that need to be met and an application form(s) that are required. For the most current information go to: http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/wild_horse_and_burro.html .
This summer over 60 animals will be made available at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Road, Augusta, NJ from Aug. 22 to 24. The animals will be available for adoption on a first come, first serve basis --- … (0 comments)

Kinnelon Heights, Kinnelon, NJ // One Floor Living in Gated Community - 07/31/08 06:52 AM
 GREAT OPPORTUNITY to own in KINNELON, New Jersey
All for $314,888
 
http://www.kinnelon.com/
**GATED COMMUNITY 55 PLUS.** THIS END-UNIT HOME OFFERS SECURITY, PRIVACY AND AFFORDABILITY. BEST LOCATION ON THE FIRST FLOOR OFFERING ONE FLOOR LIVING, NO STAIRS AND LOCATED AWAY FROM TRAFFIC WITH VIEWS. THE LIKE-NEW HOME OFFERS A NEUTRAL DECOR & MANY UPGRADES INCLUDING BUILT-IN VACUUM, ALL WHITE APPLIANCES, WOOD CABINETS AND NEUTRAL CARPETS & TILE.

 THE HOME HAS AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN - PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING - AND IT HAS PLENTY OF STORAGE WITH WALK-IN CLOSETS AND A LARGE GARAGE W/OPENER. THE COMPLEX IS CLOSE TO 287, 23, … (0 comments)

CERTIFIED HOME --- Merritt Drive, Oradell, NJ // Open House, 8/3 - 07/29/08 09:02 AM
 
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This home is better than NEW and is ready --- for immediate sale!
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DISTINCTIVE Landscape Award Winner - Crescent Drive, Ringwood, NJ / Open House - 07/23/08 11:43 AM
OPEN HOUSE --- THIS SUNDAY --- 1 to 4 PM
July 27,2008
See this beautiful home for yourself.

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Rio Vista Mahwah Residential Homes Sales Data - July '08 - 07/23/08 10:33 AM
Rio Vista is a private upscale community that has it's own homeowner's association, deed restrictions and bi-laws and it is set on over 450 acres of park-like acres bordering the Ramapo Reserve and Bergen County's Campgaw Ski area.

 
There are many home types to choose from including: single family custom built estate homes; patio or detached townhomes called Darlington Village; and one & two level townhomes located in Walsh Hall. These homes are all set within green belted areas and common use areas for residents including the pool, recreation and clubhouse center, parks, tennis courts and expansive lawn areas. … (0 comments)

MAHWAH Condo & Townhome Real Estate Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 12:47 PM
 By readers request, I have researched a separate sales data report for CONDO & TOWNHOME Sales in Mahwah, NJ. As you can see...things are moving right along with over 83 condos & townhomes selling in the last 2 months in town. WOW.
Yes, real estate is local and prices are holding close to the final listing price --- sales are within 3.67% of the ask... LISTEN to your realtor because low-ball offers are not in the cards because the asking prices are getting right on target.
This information is based on actual sales data garnered from the NJMLS for the … (2 comments)

Kinnelon Residential Real Estate Sales - July '08 - 07/21/08 12:27 PM
 Now looking further north BUT still so close to New York and Bergen County is the lovely town of Kinnelon Borough. This town has terrific schools and is in close proximity to all!
Not much has been on the market compared to other area towns but sales are doing well. Take a look and you will see that the properties sold within 4.39 % of the final asking price --- which as we know --- on  a national level is pretty darn good. REAL ESTATE is LOCAL! 

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Thinking of buying or selling your home in KINNELON, New Jersey? … (0 comments)

Ringwood Real Estate Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 12:10 PM
 I have an outstanding listing in RINGWOOD, New Jersey. ( See www.15CrescentDrive.com ) This outstanding lake and mountain community is just under an hour away form NEW YORK CITY and it borders Bergen County at the town of Oakland.
You would never know that such a beautiful and rural community exists. Plenty of open spaces, larges lot sizes, good schools and so many lakes and recreation --- no one will want to stay inside on their game cubes....when you can swim, boat, kayak, water ski, ride horses, et all.
Let's take a look at the recent sales data as garnered from … (0 comments)

Saddle River Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 11:52 AM
 REAL ESTATE is LOCAL! And, you can certainly see that from the data. In addition to sales prices --- which have come down in this bucolic and exclusive town ---  always keep an eye on the days on market and the FLP. What is FLP you might ask? Real estate jargon for final list price. The numbers below reflect a sold price of 88.41 % of the homes final listing price. This may be because homes in this town are higher than most other towns in Bergen County.
The data below is from the NJMLS from the past 2 months ending … (0 comments)

Franklin Lakes Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 10:41 AM
 I had an interesting conversation at one of my OPEN HOUSES this weekend about the current real estate market. It was a neighbor coming to chat and to see the BEAUTIFUL listing on their street in Oakland. ( See www.StoneFenceRd.com ). I emphasized that the real estate market is LOCAL and that sales data ranges from town to town.
Case in point below.... pricing has a direct impact on sales and homes in Oakland have sold within 3.71 % of their asking price where as homes that have sold in Franklin Lakes ( which shares a border with Oakland and can … (0 comments)

Oradell Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 10:20 AM
 Summer is HOT and it seems that sales have picked up in Oradell. The homes sales prices have ranged from 459,500 on the lower end of the scale to 765,000  as the highest priced home sold over the past two months.
Oradell is a fabulous town with terrific opportunities. Close to all, great schools...you may want to check out area homes.
Listed below is the data gleened from the NJMLS for the last two months. ( May 21 - July 21, 2008). The number of homes that have gone under contract or that have sold has gone up compared with two months … (0 comments)

Oakland Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 10:08 AM
 
Oakland is HOT this summer! I hope it continues.  Although the dog days of summer are upon us...it seems that real estate has picked up in the last 2-3 months --- as far as actual under contract and closed sales. PRICING seems to be a key factor in this town where opportunities abound.
Listed below is the data gleened from the NJMLS for the last two months. ( May 21 - July 21, 2008). The number of homes that have gone under contract or that have sold has gone up compared with two months prior. Of interest to note --- there is only … (0 comments)

Mahwah Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 09:49 AM
It is time to update the residential sales data for single family homes in Mahwah, NJ. Although the dog days of summer are upon us...it seems that real estate has picked up in the last 2-3 months --- as far as actual under contract and closed sales.
Listed below is the data gleened from the NJMLS for the last two months. ( May 21 - July 21, 2008). The number of homes that have gone under contract or that have sold has gone up compared with two months prior. Of interest to note --- there is an 8.67% difference between actual asking price … (0 comments)

DISTINCTIVE Landscape AWARD WINNER - Stone Fence Road, Oakland, NJ - 07/14/08 10:39 AM
Visit this * DISTINCTIVE Landscape AWARD Winner * Home in Oakland, NJ.
Realtor TOUR --- Tuesday, July 15, 10:30 am to 2:00 PM
OPEN HOUSE --- Sunday, July 20, 1 to 4:00 PM
This is a *** CERTIFIED HOME *** which features a physical, radon & pest inspection, title & flood certification and includes a ONE YEAR homeowner's Warantee for the New Home Owner.

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Kermit was WRONG! It is EASY to be green. - 07/04/08 09:09 AM
Kermit the frog was wrong! It is EASY to be green.

As a former marketing consultant for a few area energy companies,  we used to recommend these tips and more to our area customers. Share them with your listings, too. It helps save homeowners towards their energy bills and you will do your part to help conserve energy.
You can also contact your local energy utility --- most offer a home energy audit --- that will help you save money in your home. If you are getting ready to list your home for sale be sure to have a … (11 comments)

 

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