The Streets of High Meadow, Middletown Township, Media, Delaware County, PA - 08/30/10 10:54 PM
The Streets of High Meadow, Middletown Township, Media, Delaware County, PA
 
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OUCH! - 08/29/10 10:25 PM
A plant growing in a sidewalk pot in downtown Swarthmore, PA

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Laws of Nature in the World of Real Estate (Humor) - 08/27/10 11:34 AM
Laws of Nature in the World of Real EstateLaw of Flow of Business:  Like cars on the highway, clients tend to travel in packs then the road is empty for a while.Law of Deadlines:  When a deadline approaches the computer takes a holiday, the printer goes on the blink, you drop your cell phone in the toilet.Law of the Low Ink Cartridge: The new cartridge is not acknowledged by your one year old printer and you end up needing to buy a new printer just because you need new ink.Law of Waiting For an Important Phone Call:  After hours of waiting … (22 comments)

Does HUD owe you a refund for an old FHA loan? Here's how to find out. - 08/27/10 09:07 AM
Find out if you might be owed some money.  Thanks Sally for this info!!
Via Sally Dunbar Fair Oaks Homes for Sale (Lyon Real Estate, Fair Oaks ('burb of Sacramento) CA):
If you have ever had an FHA loan, Uncle Sam may owe you a refund.  HUD has been stepping up efforts lately to identify people who have a refund due, but have not collected.  "Could that be me", you ask?  Let's find out.
Go to HUD's website at www.HUD.gov  and look for the FHA LOAN REFUND program. (You guessed it, my link will take you right there!) Enter either your name or your FHA … (1 comments)

1300 Convicted Prisoners Receive $8,000 First Time Homebuyer Tax Credits - 08/25/10 12:28 AM
Myrl, Thanks for this one.

Via Myrl Jeffcoat (Real Living Great West Real Estate):
Real Estate Professionals often lament about mortgage lenders that provided liar loans and mortgages to otherwise unqualified homebuyers, and helped kick-start the housing crisis we presently find ourselves in.  But how about adding salt to the wound by finding out the IRS actually sent $9 million in First Time Homebuyer Tax Credits to 1300 convicted prisoners across the country!Ya gotta love Mike Leury of Sacramento TV station KOVR Channel 13.  And that's even if you don't live in Sacramento, and are located most anywhere around the … (0 comments)

The Gods Conspired Today To Make a Perfect Day For Me!. - 08/24/10 11:47 PM
It will be interesting to see how New Jersey handles their new sticker system.  Maybe they will do the same as in British Columbia where Terry resides.
Via Terry Chenier (Homelife Glenayre Realty):
In British Columbia, drivers just starting out get a magnetic "L" sticker, (learner), to stick on the back of their car and later on, this is replaced by a magnetic "N" sticker which designates "new" driver. The idea is that other drivers are supposed to see this and give them a bit of leeway.

That's the background on the graduated driver's program in British Columbia, but not the point of … (0 comments)

There's A Chill In The Air in Delaware County PA - Falls A Comin' - 08/24/10 11:28 PM
Today was a really cool day here in South Eastern Pennsylvania. Only in the 70's.  A really nice change from this record breaking high temp summer.
There is a feel of autumn in the air.  Leaves are dry, some are even changing color.  The cicadas are silent.  Crickets rule.  An autumn sound. 
Whenever this transition starts, that Hall and Oats song always comes into my mind.....
 
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The Power Went Out Today... - 08/22/10 09:45 PM
The Power Went Out Today...(Initially hand written as I sat in my home office with no electricity at 5pm)The power went off during a thunderstorm a little while ago.  My sister called me on my cell to tell me she heard there were tornado warnings in our neck of the woods (which is not common).We did an Open House from 1-3 pm and there is some follow up work I wanted to do since we met some potential clients at this Open, and there is other real estate related emails that need to be sent...But now the power is off...I can't … (4 comments)

Happy Birthday! Brad Andersohn ~ 2010! - 08/22/10 12:15 AM
Thank Monique for letting us know!

Via Monique Hailer (CENTURY 21 New Millennium):
Happy Birthday! Brad Andersohn ~  2010!
I know we all wish Brad Andersohn the Best Birthday! How amazing is Brad Andersohn  - Community Manager of Active Rain? If you want to learn read Brad's Blog!  I finally met  Brad Andersohn at the Rain Camp in Washington DC 2010.  Wow.... What a wonderful man! Kind, friendly and really down to earth. Even though he had a long journey from either ( Missouri or California) to Washington DC & then return the next morning. (I believe the flight was somthing like  6am) The  flight was from Dullas,Airport. Accommodation's were … (0 comments)

Hilltop Summit, Condominium and Townhouse Community, Brookhaven, Delaware County, PA - 08/21/10 07:41 PM
Hilltop Summit, Condominium and Townhouse Community, Brookhaven, Delaware County, PAHilltop Condominiums and The Summit are often referred to as Hilltop Summit.  You will find one bedroom units and 2 bedroom units.  All are conveniently located to major highways, public transportation, shopping malls, food stores and local parks.
If you are looking for a condominium or townhouse that is just south of Philadelphia come take a look at Hilltop Summit.
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The Mills At Rose Valley Townhomes in Wallingford, Delaware County, Pennsylvania - 08/20/10 01:10 AM
Welcome to The Mills At Rose Valley in Wallingford, Pennsylvania.
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Rose Valley Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 09:05 PM
 Here is information about residential houses that sold in Rose Valley Boro, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.
No houses sold in Rose Valley in the month of July 2010.(Real Estate Information from Trend MLS) 
Other Rose Valley Real Estate InfoJune 2010 Sold in Rose Valley PA
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Chester County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/19/10 09:00 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Chester County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $3,065,000. The minimum sold price for a house was $25,400.The average sold price was $394,503.The average amount of days on the market was 88.343 residential houses sold in Chester County in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)
Previous Posts for Real Estate in Chester County, Pennsylvania:February 2010 Houses Sold Chester County PAMarch and First Quarter 2010April 2010 Houses Sold Chester County PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Chester County PAJune 2010 Sold in Chester County PA
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Conshohocken, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/19/10 08:55 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Conshohocken, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $340,000. The minimum sold price for a house was $237,000.The average sold price was $267,916.The average amount of days on the market was 61.6 residential houses sold in Conshohocken in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)
More info for Conshohocken, Pennsylvania:March and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses Sold Conshohocken PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Conshohocken, PAJune 2010 Sold in Conshohocken Pa
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Bridgeport, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19405 - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 08:50 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Bridgeport, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania 19405 for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $219,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $125,000.The average sold price was $175,250.The average amount of days on the market was 123.4 residential houses sold in Bridgeport in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)
(Bridgeport, the town where Gloria grew up)
Other Real Estate Reports for Bridgeport, PA:January 2010 Houses SoldFebruary 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses Sold Bridgeport, PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Bridgeport, PAJune 2010 Sold in Bridgeport PA
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Eddystone Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19022 - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/19/10 08:45 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Eddystone, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19022 for the month of July 2010.One house sold in Eddystone in the month of July.
It sold for $132,000 and was on the market for 110 days. 
(Information from Trend MLS)  
Other Posts About Real Estate in Eddystone, PennsylvaniaFebruary 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses SoldMay 2010 Houses Sold EddystoneJune 2010 Eddystone PA
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Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19013 - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 08:40 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $92,900.   The minimum sold price for a house was $5,600.The average sold price was $35,390.The average amount of days on the market was 62.11 residential houses sold in Chester in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)  
Related Real Estate Posts for Chester, Pennsylvania 19013Houses Sold January 2010Houses Sold February 2010Houses Sold March and First Quarter 2010April 2010 Houses Sold Chester, PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Chester, PAJune 2010 Sold Chester PA
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Bucks County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/19/10 04:54 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Bucks County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $2,650,000. The minimum sold price for a house was $52,500.The average sold price was $362,267.The average amount of days on the market was 83.423 residential houses sold in Bucks County in July 2010.
(Real Estate Information from Trend MLS)
Other Real Estate Info for Bucks County, PAJune 2010 Sold Bucks County
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Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 04:46 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $1,939,920.   The minimum sold price for a house was $15,000.The average sold price was $341,209.The average amount of days on the market was 72.526 residential houses sold in Montgomery County in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)                                      
Other Real Estate Reports for Montgomery County, Pennsylvania:January 2010 Houses SoldFebruary 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses Sold Montgomery County PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Montgomery County PAJune 2010 Montgomery County PA
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Concord Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/19/10 04:38 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Concord Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $904,500. The minimum sold price for a house was $235,000.The average sold price was $483,166.The average amount of days on the market was 104.9 residential houses sold in Concord Township in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)
Real Estate Info about Concord Township, Pennsylvania:April 2010 Houses SoldMay 2010 Houses SoldJune 2010 Concord Township Sold
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Upper Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 04:32 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Upper Providence Township, Delaware County Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $860,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $249,900.The average sold price was $500,985.The average amount of days on the market was 70.7 residential houses sold in Upper Providence Township in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)
Real Estate Posts for Upper Providence Township, Pennsylvania:2008 2009 A Comparison Houses SoldJanuary 2010 Houses Sold February 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Upper Providence Houses SoldMay 2010 Upper Providence Houses SoldJune 2010 … (0 comments)

Marple Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/19/10 04:27 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Marple Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.
The maximum sold price for a house was $565,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $147,000.The average sold price for a house was $338,827.The average amount of days on the market was 52.18 residential houses sold in Marple Township in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)   
Other Real Estate Posts for Marple Township, PAApril 2010 Real EstateMay 2010 Real EstateJune 201 Marple Township, PA
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Buying A House Isn't Like Buying A Car - 08/19/10 03:42 PM
Buying A House Isn't Like Buying A CarWhen you are out looking at houses and you see a house you really want to buy, you better be ready to place an offer.  No two houses are alike. No two locations are alike.It's not like going into a car dealership and seeing a car you like, but you take a few days, maybe a week to make up your mind about actually purchasing that particular car.  And when you are finally ready, you go back to the dealership to find out that the car you fell in love with and want to … (3 comments)

Swarthmore Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19081 - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/18/10 10:39 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Swarthmore Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $857,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $155,000.The average sold price was $419,000.The average amount of days on the market was 97.8 residential houses sold in Swarthmore Boro in July 2010.(Real Estate Information from Trend MLS)  Other Swarthmore Boro PostsEPA Green Power CommunityJanuary 2010 Houses Sold February 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter Houses SoldSwarthmore, PA     April 2010 Swarthmore Houses SoldMay 2010 Swarthmore Houses SoldJune 2010 Swarthmore PA Houses Sold
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Nether Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/18/10 10:34 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Nether Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $625,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $44,200.The average sold price was $378,200.The average amount of days on the market was 52.11 residential houses sold in Nether Providence in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)  
Other Real Estate Info about Nether Providence:2008 2009 A Comparison Houses SoldJanuary 2010 Houses SoldFebruary 2010 Houses SoldMarch and First Quarter 2010April 2010 Nether Providence Houses SoldMay 2010 Nether ProvidenceJune 2010 Nether Providence, PA
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Middletown Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19063 - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/18/10 10:28 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Middletown Township, Delaware County Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $572,500.   The minimum sold price for a house was $235,900.The average sold price was $352,831.The average amount of days on the market was 38.8 residential houses sold in Middletown Township in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)   
Other Real Estate Info For Middletown Township, PennsylvaniaJanuary 2010 Houses Sold Middletown Township, PAFebruary 2010 Houses Sold Middletown Township, PAMarch and First Quarter 2010 Middletown Township, PA  April 2010 Middletown Township, PAMay 2010 Middletown Township, PAJune 2010 Middletown Township, PA    
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Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/18/10 10:21 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $650,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $83,500.The average sold price was $315,785.The average amount of days on the market was 41.15 residential houses sold in Upper Merion Township in July 2010.(Information from Trend MLS)                                     (Gloria is an UM HS Alumni)      
Other Real Estate Reports for Upper Merion Township:January 2010 Houses SoldFebruary 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses SoldMay 2010 UMJune 2010 UM Houses Sold
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Parkside, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/17/10 07:38 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Parkside, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The was only one house that sold in Parkside for the month of July.
It was on the market for 80 days and sold for $127,000.
(Information from Trend MLS)
Reports for Parkside, Pennsylvania Real EstateComparison 2008 2009 Houses SoldJanuary 2010 Houses Sold Parkside, PennsylvaniaFebruary 2010 Houses Sold Parkside, PennsylvaniaMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses SoldApril 2010 Houses Sold Parkside PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Parkside PAJune 2010 Sold in Parkside, PAParkside
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Media Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania Real Estate 19063 - Houses Sold July 2010 - 08/17/10 07:28 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Media Boro, Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010.The maximum sold price for a house was $495,000.   The minimum sold price for a house was $126,500.The average sold price was $283,583.The average amount of days on the market was 139.6 residential houses sold in Media Boro in July 2010.(Real Estate Information from Trend MLS)   Other Reports about Media Boro, Pennsylvania2008 2009 A ComparisonJanuary 2010 Houses Sold Media, PAFebruary 2010 Houses Sold Media, PAMarch and First Quarter 2010 Media, PAApril 2010 Houses Sold Media, PAMay 2010 Houses Sold Media, PaJune 2010 Media, PA Sold
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Aston Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19014 Real Estate - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/17/10 07:21 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Aston Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19014 for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $219,000. The minimum sold price for a house was $100,000.The average sold price was $139,250.The average amount of days on the market was 41.4 residential houses sold in Aston Township in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)

Real Estate Reports About Houses Sold In Aston Township, PA2008 2009 ComparisonJanuary Houses Sold in Aston Township, PAFebruary Houses Sold in Aston Township, PAMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses Sold in Aston Township, PAApril 2010 Houses Sold Aston Township, … (0 comments)

Brookhaven, Pennsylvania Delaware County Real Estate 19015 - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/17/10 07:13 PM
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"Keep NC Clean & Green" - Recycling Information for the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area. - 08/17/10 06:09 PM
Catch a great video with a great message, thanks to Craig.

Via Craig Rutman North Carolina (Raleigh Area) Realtor (Home Buyer and Seller Specialist):
"Keep NC Clean & Green"
Recycling Information for the Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex Area.Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. It's a great idea, and we hear it all the time. But sometimes, we just need some more information on what we can recycle, when recyclables are picked up, and where we can go for those items which are not part of the recycling program.
Recycling information for Raleigh Recycling information for Cary Recycling information for Apex Please note that these … (0 comments)

The Short Sale Package - 08/17/10 09:46 AM
Find out more about Short Sales, thanks to Melissa.

Via Melissa Zavala Realtor® North San Diego County Homes (Broadpoint Properties):
What is a short sale package?
If you are a seller who is selling your home in a short sale transaction, then you will need to submit to your mortgage lender (or lenders) a certain number of items in order for the lender to consider you for a short sale.
Short sales are subject to mortgage lender approval. Mortgage lenders are not required to allow you to participate in a short sale transaction. You see, sometimes they will allow you … (0 comments)

How to Use Twitter (Part 3) - The Johnny Carson Principle - 08/16/10 12:50 PM
Jason brings up excellent points in this post.
Via Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653) (Austin Texas Homes, LLC):
This is the third post in a series about how to use Twitter to form relationships for business and personal connections (which could lead to business, too, right?).
One of the quickest ways for me to explain how to properly use this platform is to use a real-life analogy.  Pretty much everything you can do in person while networking can be done online now, with the notable exception of a handshake or hug.  Video conferencing even allows you to make eye … (5 comments)

The Power of Number 13 - 08/13/10 11:48 PM
To many people, 13 is a very unlucky number; they will avoid it at all costs.  Some buildings do not offer a 13th floor; some seats are not numbered with 13.  Heaven forbid if you have a birthday on the 13th because it is bound to come around on a Friday like it did this year if you were born in August.
Well a while back I was taking a plane from Philly to Seattle in the summer.  I was in row 13 on a packed fight.  Waiting to board, I noticed a friend's husband standing at the end of the … (14 comments)

Are you still door knocking? - 08/13/10 11:09 PM
Russel offers great advise as always!

Via Russel Ray, San Diego Business & Marketing Consultant & Photographer (Russel Ray):

I was always one to go door knocking when I took on a new neighborhood so that I could get to know the houses and the people. It appears in reading through blog posts today that many people are either reverting to door knocking or taking it up for the first time.
Here are a couple of suggestions to make your door knocking experience better in terms of getting business.

Make sure that your ActiveRain blog URL is on … (0 comments)

Streets Of Philadelphia - 08/13/10 11:04 PM
Streets Of Philadelphia....A great song by Bruce Springsteen.
Music to a great film, Philadelphia, with Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington.
Just had to hear it. (Gloria)
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What is the Secret Ingredient in Writing a Featured Post? - 08/13/10 10:35 PM
Points to ponder thanks to Tammie.

Via Tammie White Franklin TN Homes For Sale (Keller Williams Realty):
I was reading an article by Jake Luehrs, Help...from All the Rainmakers.  Everyone always wants to know how to write a featured post?  That got me thinking about all the ingredients involved in baking.  Oftentimes, there's a secret ingredient that makes the recipe especially good.  I have a secret ingredient in my chocolate chip cookies.  Not something that you would expect to find in cookies but, boy, they sure are good.    
So, what is the secret ingredient in writing a featured post?  While I am no expert … (0 comments)

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO TO STAY FRESH WITH ACTIVERAIN BLOGGING - 08/13/10 04:35 PM
Harry has some great ideas to keep that writer's block at bay.
 

Via Harry F. D'Elia, Investor , Mentor, CSSN Radio Coach, REOs, Networker, ePRO (HomeSmart International):
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO TO STAY FRESH WITH ACTIVERAIN BLOGGING
I recently wrote a blog posted named TOP 5 C'S TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ACTIVERAIN BLOGGER AND TO OBTAIN MORE REAL ESTATE BUSINESS. It became a featured article last week. I just want to thank everyone for that honor. I did not find out until later on when I opened my email account to find many ActiveRain messages. I have consistently been … (2 comments)

School Start Dates for Delaware County, Pennsylvania Schools - Fall 2010 - 08/13/10 09:48 AM
School Start Dates for Delaware County, Pennsylvania Schools - Fall 2010Here is the list of all the Public School Districts in Delaware County, Pennsylvania and the Opening School Dates for each District.
Chester Upland School District - Tuesday - September 7
Chichester School District - Tuesday - September 7
Garnet Valley School District - Tuesday - September 7
Haverford Township School District - Tuesday - September 7
Interboro School District - Tuesday - September 7
Marple Newtown School District - Tuesday - September 7
Penn-Delco School District - Tuesday - September 7
Radnor Township School District - Various Days - Check with … (0 comments)

Hysterical....If you came from a big family!!!! - 08/13/10 09:41 AM
Thanks Larry for this humor.  I (Gloria) am from a big family and can totally relate.   
Via Larry Bettag - Cherry Creek Mortgage:
Off Topic? You Bet! Funny, no, hysterical yes. If you came from a big family, then you will know the drill here. I have a dry sense of humor and it takes a lot for me to laugh. Having said that, this video should crack you up. For those of you that want to get straight to the point (like me), take the time to watch this. It's worth the six minutes. You'll crack up. I know that I did. … (4 comments)

CANADIAN BACON (an American love affair) - 08/12/10 11:18 PM
Sergio has a great idea here.

Via Sergio DePinto (Re/Max Premier Inc. - Greater Toronto Area):
Everyone knows that Americans love Canadian bacon. That most famous breakfast sandwich that's driven people to early morning drive thru's, to amazing burgers topped with this pork delicacy.
So in keeping with this love for the Canadian topper, I've started this Active Rain Group. Being an American creation for the real estate industry, Active Rain and most of its membership is focused on the American culture and its own diversities.
AR is a superb forum for understanding the regional; state, city, and town specific nuances … (4 comments)

Discount Points - What Are They? - 08/12/10 11:15 PM
If you want to understand Discount Points, here is a great post on this subject thanks to Myrl Jeffcoat!
Via Myrl Jeffcoat (Real Living Great West Real Estate):
One of the most common questions home buyers have while obtaining a mortgage for a newly purchased home is, "What are points?"
The answer - Each point or discount point, as real estate professionals and mortgage lenders often refer to them, are equal to 1% of the loan amount.  For example, on a $100,000 loan, one discount point equals $1,000.  And ½ discount point for the same loan would be $500.
Points are paid to a … (1 comments)

Philadelphia Folk Festival August 2010 - Schwenksville, PA - Old Pool Farm - 08/12/10 08:44 PM
Philadelphia Folk Festival August 2010 - Schwenksville, PA - Old Pool FarmFor many people in this neck of the woods, when you think of August you think of the Philadelphia Folk Festival.  This year the 49th Annual event will take place August 20th, 21st, 22nd, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 
Many people have made this festival a family tradition and they attend every year, enjoying the festival community while hooking up with other regular attendees and camping on the grounds of Old Pool Farm.  Our neighbors meet there years ago and eventually married.
Others like myself have only attended this event as … (0 comments)

Perseid Meteor Shower At Its Peak Tonight and Tomorrow Night August 12th and 13th, 2010 - 08/12/10 07:20 PM
Perseid Meteor Shower At Its Peak Tonight and Tomorrow Night August 12th and 13th, 2010Treat yourself to a meteor shower if your skies are clear tonight or tomorrow evening.  There is nothing like seeing a "falling star" let alone many in a short period of time.  Get away from city lights if possible, be patient, give it time, read more in the links provided.  And make those many wishes with each passing meteor.                    (written by Gloria)
Perseid Meteor Shower - Nasa
Perseid Meteor Shower - Helpful article 
 
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Delaware County Summer Concert Festival in Rose Tree Park, Media, PA - Week of August 12 - August 15 - 08/11/10 09:23 PM
 
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School Start Dates for Springfield School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010 - 08/10/10 11:50 PM
School Start Dates for Springfield School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010Tuesday September 7, 2010 is the first day of school for students living in the Springfield School District in Delaware County.  New students to this district can check out this link for registration times and information.  New Students Registration  
There are five schools in the Springfield School District:
-         Springfield High School
-         ET Richardson Middle School
-         Sabold Elementary School
-         Scenic Hills Elementary School
-         Springfield Literacy Center
Link for Springfield School District 
Have a great school year!
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School Start Dates for Rose Tree Media School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010 - 08/10/10 11:31 PM
School Start Dates for Rose Tree Media School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010Tuesday September 7, 2010 is the first day of school for students living in the Rose Tree Media School District.  New students to this district can check out this link for registration times and information.  New Students Registration  There are six schools in the Rose Tree Media School District:
-         Penncrest High School
-         Springton Lake Middle School
-         Glenwood Elementary School
-         Indian Lake Elementary School
-         Media Elementary School
-         Rose Tree Elementary School
Link for Rose Tree Media School District Have a great school year!
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School Start Dates for Ridley School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010 - 08/10/10 11:12 PM
School Start Dates for Ridley School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010Tuesday August 31, 2010 is the first day of school for students living in the Ridley School District.  New students to this district can check out this link for registration times and information.  New Students Registration  There are nine schools in the Ridley School District:
-         Amosland Elementary School
-         Eddystone Elementary School
-         Edgewood Elementary School
-         Grace Park Elementary School
-         Lakeview Elementary School
-         Leedom Elementary School
-         Woodlyn Elementary School
-         Ridley Middle School
-         Ridley  High School
Link for Ridley School District 
Have a great … (0 comments)

School Start Time for Penn-Delco School District, Delaware County, PA - Fall 2010 - 08/10/10 10:52 PM
School Start Time for Penn-Delco School District, Delaware County, PA -  Fall 2010 Tuesday September 7, 2010 is the first day of school for students living in the Penn-Delco School District. New students to this district can check out this link for registration times and information - New Students Registration   
There are six schools in the Penn-Delco School District
-         Pennell Elementary School
-         Parkside Elementary School
-         Coebourn Elementary School
-         Aston Elementary School
-         Northley Middle School
-         Sun Valley High School
Link for Penn-Delco School District   Have a great school year!
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Wallpaper Woes - 08/10/10 02:17 PM
If you have wallpaper in your house now and are thinking of selling, please read this post by Kathryn. 
Via Kathryn Maguire (Rose and Womble Realty Company):
Whenever I am working with a home seller, and the home has a lot of wallpaper, I usually recommend that they remove it prior to the first day that it is listed.  When I bring this up, I am usually greeted with a great deal of resistance.  Here are a few reasons that I have heard for not removing wallpaper: 1.  The wallpaper has a story behind it...it brings back happy memories for the sellers. They … (5 comments)

21 Oscar Hammerstein Way, New Hope, Bucks County, PA - Village II - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms Condo For Sale- $259,900 - 08/09/10 03:27 PM
21 Oscar Hammerstein Way, New Hope, Bucks County, PA - Village II - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms Condo For Sale- $259,900Walking distance from downtown New Hope.
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Springfield, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19064 Real Estate- Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/09/10 02:26 PM
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Finding Great Schools in Sacramento and Elsewhere in America - 08/09/10 02:16 PM
Moving and wanting to learn more about area school districts for your children's education?  Well check out this great post by Myrl Jeffcoat, it will be helpful in your search.
Via Myrl Jeffcoat (Real Living Great West Real Estate):

Real Living Great West Real Estate(916) 635-0420http://www.myrljeffcoat.com
 
 
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Delaware County, Pennsylvania - Houses Sold - July 2010 - 08/09/10 01:51 PM
Here is information about residential houses that sold in Delaware County, Pennsylvania for the month of July 2010. The maximum sold price for a house was $2,270,000. The minimum sold price for a house was $5,600.The average sold price was $315,712.The average amount of days on the market was 65.289 residential houses sold in Delaware County in July 2010.
(Information from Trend MLS)

More Reports About Houses Sold In Delaware County, PAJanuary Houses Sold in Delaware County, PAFebruary Houses Sold in Delaware County, PAMarch and First Quarter 2010 Houses Sold in Delaware County, PAApril Houses Sold in Delaware County, PAMay Houses Sold Delaware … (2 comments)

How Well Are You Juggling Life? - 08/09/10 02:22 AM
How Well Are You Juggling Life?
Life is a juggling act which is constantly changing.  Staying focused on our goals and adding the things that bring music and beauty into our lifes makes all the difference.
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7 Ways to Teach Financial Responsibility to Children - 08/06/10 10:18 PM
Thanks to Jerry for this wonderful post for parents.
Via Jerry Wright (Mortgage Advisory Group):
If the current economic climate has taught us anything, it?s that financial education and responsibility are critical in today's fast-paced, wired world. All too often, however, children grow up immune to the financial world around them. As a result, they're often ill equipped to manage their own finances when they become adults and leave home.
With the economy in the news almost daily, now?s a perfect time to start educating your children about how to manage money more responsibly. The tips below can help you get started.
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Relocating and having your kids start at a new school - 08/06/10 12:56 AM
Moving?  Stan has some great tips here for you and your children.

Via Stan Stepak Avon Lake Ohio Real Estate (Avon Lake, Bay Village, Westlake, OH) (Howard Hanna Gold- Avon Lake, OH):
Here is some sound advice for getting your child ready to relocate to na ew school in a new town. Talk It Out When you find out that you're moving, a million thoughts may race through your head. The next place those thoughts should go is simple: out of your mouth! If you're afraid that you won't make new friends, nervous about riding the bus with 30 new … (2 comments)

Delaware County Summer Concert Festival in Rose Tree Park, Media, PA - Week of August 6 - August 8 - 08/06/10 12:40 AM

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I'm just sittin' there, minding my own business... when BAMM! - 08/04/10 03:56 PM
A great idea from Claudette and Alan.
Via Alan May, Coldwell Banker Evanston Realtor, Evanston Real Estate (Evanston Condos, Evanston Homes, North Shore Homes):
I had just returned to my office, after sitting for a couple of hours talking to a potential listing.  The seller and I connected really well, we could have talked for hours and hours.  I came back to the office, and had just sat down at my desk.
I was beginning a perusal of the MLS to see what comparables ("comps" for you techies) lined up for my new potential listing, as I begin to build a CMA to … (0 comments)

East Side Streets of Parkside, PA - Delaware County - 08/02/10 08:47 PM
East Side Streets of Parkside, PA - Delaware County


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What Does The Future Hold?? - 08/02/10 12:27 PM
Thanks Erika, for this helpful information from a Century 21 survey.
Via Erika Rogers St. George Utah Real Estate Specialist (Stout & Associates Realty-St. George UT):
More than 48% of first-time home buyers expect home prices to increase by this time next year according to a survey by Century 21 Real Estate.  The survey asked questions to people who had bought or sold a home in the last year.
Sixty percent of first-time home buyers say they didn't understand the process of buying a home and 85% of both buyers and sellers felt that using a real estate professional was important.
Buyers and … (2 comments)

Let's Get To Know Each Other First - Date Me! - 08/02/10 12:23 PM
Good post by Leesa.

Via Leesa L. Finley, REALTOR®/RE Strategist Wake Forest NC Real Estate & Wake County (Circa Properties - Your Wake Forest NC Homes Specialist):
Let's Get To Know Each Other First - Date Me!
Okay, so, be-bopping along my morning the other day doing what I have to do the phone rings - Out of state caller.
Me:  Hello, this is Leesa.
Them:  Hello, my name is (inaudible and phone ringing in the background)  Can you hold?
Me: No
and at that point I hang up....
About two minutes later they call again.
Them: Yes this is … (2 comments)

Happy People…Happy Dance - 08/01/10 10:06 AM
Thanks John for finding this so it can be re-blogged for others to enjoy!  Such a fun video, that I enjoy no matter how many times I see it.

Via John Thomas -- EcoBroker, MSEE, MBA (E3 Green HOMES):
Happy People…Happy Dance

I saw this video yesterday and it really stirred me--I love it. Over the last month or so I’ve re-discovered how much I enjoy dancing. It’s a blast to just move your body to the music and let go of stuffy inhibitions.
Try it and you’ll see what I mean. Start the video and turn up the volume. … (2 comments)

 

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