1 Otter Trail Stockholm Section of

         Hardyston Twp., NJ 07460

This picture doesn't totally describe the tender love and care that has gone into this property. Built as a year around home and lived in by the original owner. The home features a newer roof, replacement windows full basement with bonus room of either a family room / den a workshop area and houses a 1 car garage. Updated panel box with 200 amp service.

On the main level we have well kept knotty pine, entertainment sized living room with re-pointed stone fireplace and a brand new wood-stove insert not "Yet" tried out. Owner is so looking forward to trying it. Updated appliances in the kitchen. And built-ins in the dining area. Dining area opens to a heated enclosed porch which is excellent for curling up with a book and gazing upon natures beauty. There are plenty of closets through out plus a pull down attic stairway with plenty of head room adding to the massive storage area.

Fully tiled bath with tub surround. Larger than average for the area Master Bedroom with two closets. a Second bedroom with ample space and a large single closet. The flooring consists of wood, tile, linoleum, & carpet where exists.

This is a corner property with loads of room for a garden or weekend family get together BBQ's! Located in the very desirable Lake Tamarack it is a steel for just $229,900.00.

The property is in close proximity to schools, houses of worship, shopping,Park & Ride just down the street and State Highway 23 is less than a minute away by car and about 5 minutes depending on how fast you are by foot. Yet is surround by water shed property and all the beauty that comes with living in this lake community. Give me a call at the number listed and lets stop the owner from using that Wood Stove insert together.

During the month of June 2010 HardystonTwp., NJ Had much activity, 28 homes were listed 17 of them were Town homes or condos, the average list price of these properties were $310,692.00.

Six of them went under contract with an average list price of $353,116.00 and they were on the market for an average of 94 days. One property went under "US" which means under contract still show which is usually for short sale or foreclosure homes. That property took 241 days to be marketed and was listed for $224,900.00.

Sixteen properties actually closed title with an average asking price of $277,012.00 and an actual Average closed price of $254,195.00, this represents an average of 91.76% ratio of List Vs. Sold Pricing. Of these properties the average time on the market was 95 days!!

Would you like to be out of your house in 95 days or less? Give me a call let me show you how!

Hardyston Township NJ is a very large town. It is mostly accessed by State Routes 23 & 15 and runs along Route 94. There is much to do for the outdoor enthusiast.

The High School is a regional school which services Hamburg, Ogdensburg, Hardyston & Franklin. Their teachers are the very best and care a lot about the children, most kids who graduate attend Colleges and Universities. The Wallkill Valley Track Teams and Football teams along with the Basketball and Baseball teams create a family like atmosphere. There is a no tolerance rule and is enforced which makes it great for the kids who truly want to advance their education.

Are you looking for an area to raise you kids with fine schools and low taxes? Hardyston Township would be a great choice for you. Call me today at the number provided and lets get started, Hurry school starts before labor day!

During the month of June 2010 there were 68 homes placed on the market with an average list price of $247,883.00.

Sixteen homes went under contract with an average list price of $214,374.00, the lowest priced home was listed for $65,000.00 while the highest priced home was listed for $540,000.00. These home were on the market for an average of 113 Days.

Additionally, three properties were listed as "US" which stands for under contract but still show these homes are usually short sale or foreclosure properties. The average list price of these homes were $234,933.00 and took just 56 days to go under.

Twenty Two properties Transferred Title or Sold with an average list price of $222,909.00 and an average Sold Price of $213,168.00 and they were on the market for just 88 days! The average list to sold price is 95.63%, this means that properties that are accurately listed and properly marketed are getting top results!

Do you want Top Results in the Shortest Possible Time? Call me I'll show you how to get there.

Vernon Township NJ, is best know for its year around activities with Water Parks and Skiing. Most people who live here know of some of its hidden treasures like the lakes, mountains, views, camping, hiking, cycling and the wild life. If you love wild life just about any home with some property to it will show you a daily supply of wild life, from fish, deer, birds, owls, fox, raccoons, bears, squirrels etc.., There are many baseball parks for recreation. Schools Sports is a big plus! Houses of worship and just good old down home family and neighbors. Relaxing, with some friends over a BBQ with some brews isn't hard to find.

If Vernon Township sounds like a place you would like to live? Give me a call at the number provided I am always on the look out for some great properties and most likely know of a property that is right for you.

During the month of June 2010 there were 59 New properties listed the lowest price was $79,910.00 for a 3 room 1 bedroom home on a 69 x 175' property. The most expensive home marketed for that month was priced at $679,000.00 for a 11 room 4 bedroom 3 bath home on .20 acre of property.

Of the 59 properties the average list price is $343,064.00 During that month Eleven properties went under contract having passed the attorney review process. The average list price of these properties was $286,881.00 and they were on the market for just 128 days.

Additionally, One home went "US" which means under contract still show this usually means the property is a short sale property or a foreclosure. That property was listed for $375,000.00 and went under contract in just 74 days.

The under contract pricing is the list prices of the homes we do not list the actual sale price of the home until it closes title.

During the month 28 properties SOLD or TRANSFERRED TITLE, the average list price was $355,840.00 and the average Sold Price was $340,216.00 and they were on the market for an average of 131 days! This means that homes properly listed in Jefferson Twp., NJ can expect to recieve an average of 95.61% of asking to sold for there home. NOT BAD.

To find out how to do that just give me a call.

Jefferson Twp., NJ has it all!! From mountains and valleys to lakes and State Stocked Streams, all the outdoor recreation you can imagine there is a place in Jefferson twp., NJ to find what you are looking for. Lake Hopatcong is the States largest Motor boat lake with restaurant's dotted all over the lake you sure to find your someplace special. The schools are top rated and have an excellent sports department and recreation department.

Picatinny Arsenal is close by for employment as well as the Rockaway Town-square Mall a great place to visit with theaters and food courts and all the best of stores you can't go wrong.

Jefferson Twp., NJ is in close proximity to Routes 23, 15, 80, 287, bus routes and the Dover Train station.

I was raised in Jefferson Twp., NJ and so was many generations of my family, if there is anyone who knows the town it is me. I can help you find the best home money can buy, and if your selling, why not go with a real local? Call me today let's get started.

MARKET REPORT FOR HARDYSTON TOWNSHIP, NJ MAY 2010

During the month of May 2010 there were nineteen newly listed properties in Hardyston Township, NJ. The average list price of for these homes is $336,125.00

Seven properties went under contract with an average list price of $251,814.00 these properties were on the market for an average of 169 days.

Nine properties closed title with an average asking price of $273,472.00 and average closed price of $260,127.00 these properties were on the market for an average of 171 days. Only four properties expired from the market with an average asking price of $597,200.00

From the data above it is safe to say that Hardyston Township is currently great as a first time buyer market.

If you are a first time buyer or are down sizing maybe its time to give me a call, I know of where all the best properties are located and many people in the past have employed me to market their homes. My office is located in Stockholm NJ which is part of Hardyston Township.

Market Report Franklin Borough NJ May 2010

During The month of May 2010 there were 5 newly marketed properties in the Borough of Franklin, NJ with an average list price of $198,860.00.

Five properties went under contract with an average asking price of $155,512.00 with an average on days of only 69 days!

Six properties Closed title with an average asking price of $166,866.00 and an average closed price of $163,333.00 and the average days on the market were 90 days!

Good news is that there were only three properties that expired for the month. The reason this is good is that it shows that there is a strong confidence by sellers that their house will sell. Buyers are always looking to move into the area due to its closness of public transportation, highways, and loads of shopping.

Employment is up according to most store owners and the kids are happy for the summertime employment in all the local burger shops etc..

If you would like to find out more about this area and surrounding neighborhoods, just give me a call be sure to ask for me!

OGDENSBURG, NJ 07439 MAY 2010

During the month of may 2010 there was only one newly listed property! An 11 room 4 bedroom, two bath and two car garage home on just over a 1/2 acre of property built in 1967 the home is priced for action at just $249,900.00

The sad part of this report is that there weren't any Under Contracts or Closed transactions for the month and five properties expired from the market with an average list price of $262,920.00 and the average days on the market for these properties were 229 days.

Ogdensburg is a very close knit community, the people there are very willing to help one another. The first aid and fire department is volunteer and most everybody comes out to help when there is a need for help!

Recently, one of our famlies had an emergency with their children a baby needed a bone marrow transplant and not only did Ogdensburg chip in their talents and resources but so did most of the county. Its is events such as these although tragic, makes one feel blessed to belong and live in such a fine area.

If you are considering moving out to the Country Northern NJis a fine place to be. Not only is it beautiful, but it has what most communities throughout the United States have lost! A sense of well being and family.

Call me today! let me put my talents to work for you in helping you find the right home for you and your family. Let your family be surrounded by our family, Sussex County.

During the month of May 2009 there were ten newly listed properties in Franklin Borough, NJ with an average asking price of $210,350.00 and as of this date these properties were on the market for an average of 21 days.

Nine properties went under contract having passed the Attorney Review process with an average asking price of $188,166.00 these properties were on the market for an average of 85 days! ("If you price it right, they will come")

Four properties transferred title With an average asking price of $73,200.00 and an average SOLD price of $70,500.00 these properties had been on the market for an average of 156 days.

If you own a property in Franklin Boro., NJ and would like to know its value in todays market, please call Gary Rocks at the number listed.

During the month of May 2009 there were twenty newly listed homes in Hardyston Twp., NJ. These properties have an average asking price of $333,544.00 and have only been on the market for an average of 18 days.

Seven properties went Under Contract having passed the Attorney review process these properties had an average asking price of $289,800.00 and had been on the market for an average of 51 days. ("Price it right and they will come!")

Sixteen properties transferred title with an average asking price of $294,509.00 and an average SOLD price of $274,409.00 these properties were on the market for an average of 142 days.

If you own a home in Hardyston Twp., NJ and are looking to sell your property give me a call, my office is located on Route 23 North in Stockholm we are the gateway to Sussex County.I can be reached at the number listed.

During the month of May 2009 there were seven properties newly listed in Andover Twp., NJ with an average asking price of $366,800.00.

Eight properties went under contract having passed the Attorney Review Process. The average asking price of these properties was $360,212.00 and they were on the market for an average of 69 days.

Four properties transferred title with an average asking price of $233,675.00 and an average SOLD price of $235,112.00 this number climbed because many of the buyers had added features built into the asking price and used the FHA mortgage. these properties were on the market for an average of 33 days.

It just goes to show when you have an agent actively marketing your properties and knows the market values your home is bound to sell. Interest rates are very favorable and home price are were they should be. If you are a buyer and looking to make a wise investment in your future and want the best properties available give me a call at the number listed.

If you are a seller and need or want to sell your home in a relatively quik period of time give me a call, I'll get you moving.