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Great rental available before school starts in the Middletown, DE.

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:38:58 -0500

Great rental located in the town of Middletown 10 Crenshaw Court, Middletown, DE 19709

3 bedrooms 2 full baths 2 half baths MLS# 5544916

$1,395/mnth

Deluxe end unit in an excellent location with a huge deck and garage. The open floor plan is spacious & light with 9ft ceilings throughout. A large bump-out addition on each level makes this home one of the largest units in the development. Wonderful eat-in kitchen with an island, built-in microwave, recessed lighting and a bay window. The master bedroom has a sitting area and vaulted ceiling. The second and third bedrooms are large and also have vaulted ceilings. The master suite includes walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling, private bath with skylight, and a spacious sitting area.

Clifton Skinner

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

302-373-5231 cell

25 Blairville Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 06:39:10 -0500

Great Home for First Time Home Buyer!! MLS: 5538432

Two story townhome tucked away in the secluded neighborhood of Blairville Court. The main floor offers a bright and airy living room with bay window, oak kitchen, tile flrs in kitchen & baths, hardwood flrs, dining room with sliders to the fenced rear yard, powder room, plus basement for plenty of storage. Beautiful maintenance free exterior, raised panel doors throughout, and is in move in condition. Upstairs has freshly neutral color paint in all 3 bedrooms. This property is priced well for first time buyer or transitional buyer. Property in great condition but sold "as is" condition. $3,000 towards any repairs and a Free Home Warranty!!

2900 N. Monroe Street Wilmington, DE 19802 "Another Great Short Sale!"

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:24:41 -0600

Exquisite property located in Wilmington's Ninth Ward...great deal! Inviting front porch welcomes you in; open floor plan with high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and fine millwork makes you want to stay. Stunning eat-in kitchen is filled with modern style cabinets, cool counters and sleek new appliances. 3 BD, 1.5BA with first floor powder room - updated. Updated full bathroom with new vanity, tile tub-surround and appealing vinyl floor. Efficient gas heat is complimented by new tilt-in replacement windows, new front entry doors, updated electric, and plumbing. Fresh paint and new neutral carpet make this home feel like new and a place you'll want to call home. Enclosed private backyard allows privacy for entertainment and family use. Property is subject to a short sale. Present an offer and listing agent will move fast to get the property closed.

MLS# 5418490

Asking Price: $155,500

3bedrooms 1/1 baths

Located Across the street from new constuction.

25 S. Gabriel Drive Bear, DE 19701 Short Sale Ready for a New Buyer!!

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:19:38 -0600

Great opportunity for a wonderful deal in a popular neighborhood. All offers will be entertained. This property is spacious with a wonderful view of the neighborhood pond. The popular neighborhood of Estate of Red Lion offers this brick front, 3000 square foot colonial home. Two-Story foyer with hardwood floor directs you to an open stairway. This property is perfect for entertainment of a large family. The kitchen has enormous space to eat in or entertain with an island countertop for convenience. Laundry area is on same floor as bedroom areas for accessibility. Upstairs you will find complete openness before entering each spacious bedroom. Home warranty is available with accepted offer! Property may be subject to a short-sale.

MLS# 5418172

4bedroom 2/1 baths 3,000 sqft

Asking Price: $397,550

Middletown, Delaware Real Estate Agent

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:39:31 -0600

Why Choose Clifton Skinner?

I am a long-time resident of Delaware. I have a degree in Accounting from Delaware State University. Previously worked as an Accountant for PNC Bank before deciding to become a full-time realtor. I have the skills and knowledge to help you obtain your goals. I am currently a realtor at Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Before relocating to my new office, I practice at Prudential Fox & Roach for 5 years. While at Prudential Fox & Roach, I received one of the top sales agent awards each year in the business. I specialize in residential real estate and invesment properties. My area of coverage normally consist of: Wilmington, Bear, Newark, Middletown, and Smyrna. However, I am license to cover all areas in the state of Delaware.

By choosing me as your realtor, you will find that no one will every work harder at getting you what you need. You will always get an honest opinion on your property selection.

"Time is money......so don't wait to by real estate...buy real estate and wait!!"

"Remember...I am never too busy for your referrals!"

Visit my website at: www.cliftonskinner.lnfre.com

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. 1235 Quintilio Drive; Bear, DE 19701

Express Tax Spreadsheets "Organization is the key to Success!"

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:39:03 -0600

Express Tax Spreadsheets

"Organization is the key to Success!"

Whether you hire someone to prepare your taxes or attempt to create forms yourself, it is important that your papers be in order for this Tax Season. Organizing your tax-related documents is not just project for the evening of April 13th. Good tax organization is a year-round process that helps you get all your available deductions when filing.

Some problems when you are disorganized during tax time:

You have a high risk of misplacing important documents and receipts.

You become frustrated and try to rush to your accountant the day before deadline.

You get charged more money if your accountant has to decipher loads of information to make suitable tax sense. You eventually lose deductions because you are unorganized.

How to have a better tax filing situation? Make preparations now for the deadline by getting organized!

Create a box, folder file, or file cabinet that will hold your year round paper storage. Create files for receipts, bank statements, credit cards, anything that you have spent money on in your business. This organization helps you with the retrieval process when it is time to prepare your taxes.

The benefits of getting an Express Tax Spreadsheet prepared:

Saves you time and money during the most complicated time of the year.

Allows you to get maximum deductions.

Creates a system for future tax filings.

Alerts your accountant to only charge you for tax filing and not tax organization.

Provides proper storage of Tax information.

Express Tax Spreadsheet Layout

The Express Tax Spreadsheet will be created using all available information you may have identifying what amounts are to be used as deduction on your current year tax filing. The most common form of documentation normally is a receipt proving that a product or service was paid for during the current tax year. The Express Tax Spreadsheet will have the following categories: Food & Drink, Tolls, Car Expense, Cell Phone Expense, Advertising Expense, Clothing Expense, Gift/Charities, Miscellaneous, Medical Expense, Mileage, Housing (interest, upgrades, repairs, etc.). These categories should cover the basis for self-employed individuals such as Realtors. Documentation for Stocks, Bonds, IRAs, or any other investment vehicles should be presented to your Tax Advisor.

Express Tax Spreadsheet Pricing

Express Tax Spreadsheet Includes:

1 GB flash drive for storage (yearly storage usage)

1 Hard Copy of Spreadsheet

1 File Folder for Spreadsheet

Pick up & Return Deliver of Receipts

5 day turn around from pick up date

Investment: $60.00

Disclosure

Receipts do not have to be organized. The service covers organization of receipts, however; receipts must be legible in order to be placed properly in the right column on spreadsheet to be verified by your tax accountant. ETS service must be contacted 1 day in advance prior to picking up documentation to begin spreadsheet processing. Service can be ordered either by telephone or via-email. The investment is non refundable. ETS will update spreadsheet up to 3 times for free. After spreadsheet has been updated 3 times, an additional fee of $10.00 will be added for each additional update needed. Information that needs to be included on spreadsheet must be mailed to 9 Redding Estates; Middletown, DE 19709 along with the update fee. Update fee may be in the form of check or money order. In the form of a check, spreadsheet will be delivered once check clears. You will be contacted once updates are complete. Updates may occur if documents are misplaced or not included in initial pickup of documentation. This is why organization is so important during tax time. It saves you time and money!

Contact:

Clifton Skinner cskinnerestate@hotmail.com 302-373-5231

9 Redding Estates, Middletown, DE 19709 M-F 10am-5pm

To all who are interested in ETS, forward me an email and you will receive a power point presentation. This is a great way to organize for 2008 Tax information to properly present to your tax accountant.

-Clifton Skinner Realtor/Accoutant CLIFTONSKINNER.LNFRE.COM

Delaware Housing

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:23:12 -0600

I am sure everyone is aware of the housing market and economy. Although it may be alittle time consuming with selling, now is the perfect time to purchase a property. In the event that anyone decides to relocate further south, try considering Delaware. Housing prices are very low and we are the home of tax free shopping!

Please visit my website at: CLIFTONSKINNER.LNFRE.COM to search for homes in the state.

Thank you very much!

Clifton Skinner

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

302-373-5231 cell

Delaware Housing

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:20:46 -0600

Please visit my website at: CLIFTONSKINNER.LNFRE.COM to search for homes in the state.

Thank you very much! Merrick is a wonderful place!

Clifton Skinner

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

302-373-5231 cell

Walmart makes easier living for Middletown Residents

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:18:35 -0600

I have lived in Middletown for over 20 years. I have been a real estate in Delaware since 2003. During the years that Middletown was not developed, I witnessed nothing but cornfields and potatoe farms. In 1993, the large amount of local stores that exist now were unavailable. A Middletown resident had to actually drive to nearby Wilmington or Dover area to get T-Shirts and underwear. As we fast forward the future, 2008 has brought Middletown a Walmart Supercenter. Not only is Middletown a great place to live now, but it is becoming a great shopping district. Don't overlook Middletown as just a small town with no shopping outlets. Walmart is located along Rt. 301 providing easy access to Middletown, Odessa, and Townsend residents.

Fallen FireFighter

Clifton Skinner (Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:03:22 -0600

A Great Fire Fighter

Lets all give a farewell to a wonderful person:

Delaware City Volunteer Fire Company firefighter Michelle Newton Smith.