manalapan real estate: Manalapan Township Welcomes Super Wawa! - 02/15/13 08:32 AM

 
A great time was had today by all who attend the Grand Opening of the Super Wawa in Manalapan Township.  This location marks the third Wawa operating in Manalapan Township, although it is the first to offer both a retail store as well as a gasoline facility.

    

Wawa’s core purpose, as taken from their corporate website, is “To Simplify Our Customers' Daily Lives” and the new location seems primed to do just that!  Conveniently located at the intersection of Route 33 and Woodward Road, this Super Wawa offers competitive pricing on gasoline, as well as … (0 comments)

manalapan real estate: Shop Till You Drop at Freehold Raceway Mall! - 08/15/11 03:20 PM

 
 
Located at the intersection of Route 33 and Route 9, Freehold Raceway Mall is a super-regional, high-end shopping mall in Freehold, New Jersey, right in the heart of Monmouth County. 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
Managed by The Macerich Company, Freehold Mall is currently the second largest shopping mall in New Jersey.   An outdoor lifestyle addition, built in 2007, made Freehold Raceway Mall the only mall in New Jersey to have both indoor and outdoor shopping areas.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Freehold Raceway Mall owes its success, in part, to the strength and … (3 comments)

manalapan real estate: 3 Chad Lane, Howell, New Jersey - 05/20/11 05:12 AM
***SOLD*** Former Model Home in Toscana at Howell, New Jersey!! ***SOLD***

SHORT SALE!!

$350,000!
 
 
 
 
 
4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, Brick Front Colonial in much sought after Toscana at Howell, New Jersey! Two story entrance and the formal Living Room welcome you to this former model home! Updated kitchen with cherry cabinets and upgraded countertops. Breakfast room is truly stunning with walls of floor to ceiling windows! Perfectly located off the kitchen is the spacious Family Room with gas fireplace. Sumptuous Master Bedroom with lighted tray ceiling and two walk-in closets. Master Bathroom is … (4 comments)

manalapan real estate: Exceptional Value in Manalapan, NJ - 05/06/11 03:20 PM
 

 
Commuters Dream Come True! Close proximity to NYC bus! This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home is a great choice! Master Bedroom addition unlike anything in this price range, with hardwood floors, his and her walk-in closets plus a private master bathroom with separate shower and jetted tub. Special features include hardwood floors, recessed lights, basement, gas fireplace and fully fenced, private, large backyard.
Manalapan Township is conveniently located in Central New Jersey.  Manalapan Township remains a sought after community in Central New Jersey, thanks in part to it's commutability to New York City, as well as moderate … (5 comments)

manalapan real estate: I'm Not Going to Blow Smoke Up Your You Know What! - 03/27/11 03:44 PM
This is a message to agents who call me looking for feedback on their listings...
 

You call me for feedback and then give me an attitude when you don't like what you hear.  You ask what my buyers thought and then insinuate they dont know what they are talking about, or worse, that they haven't been educated. If you aren't looking for HONEST feedback, then don't ask me!  If the house smells like cat pee... I'm gonna tell you (even though you already know!) If the sellers are home, are annoying and get in our way... I'm gonna tell … (12 comments)

manalapan real estate: 5 Sure Fire Ways to Sabotage the Showing of Your Home - 11/19/10 02:31 PM
You think you'd prefer to stay?  You have no sense of urgency?  You are hoping to still be on the market when every last buyer has purchased?  Good... keep reading!
Sometimes when showing a home I can't help but think some sellers have to be intentionally trying to sabotage their sale!  Some of the things they do seem so obvious that I can't imagine them possibly being so ignorant as to think their behavior won't be an impediment toward a potential buyer developing interest in their home!
Here's a collection of some of my favorites.  Enjoy!
 
Top 5, Sure Fire, … (9 comments)

manalapan real estate: Buyer Bob Thinks NOW is a GREAT Time to Buy a House! - 11/15/10 06:30 AM
Who is Bob and why should you care what he thinks?  I'll tell ya!Buyer Bob is a client, customer, prospect or depending on how you look at it, nemesis, of one of my colleagues.Realtor Ron met Bob 3 years, and a completely different real estate market, ago!As you would expect, Realtor Ron let Bob know what a great time it was to be a first time homebuyer!  He showed him prices were down substantially from their highs of 2005.  Interest rates were at 15 year lows!
 
 
Buyer Bob told Realtor Ron that this was a huge investment and he … (8 comments)

manalapan real estate: Falling on Deaf Ears - 11/14/10 12:56 AM
I saw a cute video the other day.Cartoon realtor is talking to cartoon seller.  It was hysterical!!
Seller explains he wants to list his home and lets realtor know that his home is "the best house on the planet."Realtor explains that seller bought at the height of the market and owes the bank $100,000 more than the home could sell for and that perhaps now is not the time to sell.Seller reminds realtor that it IS the nicest home on the planet and proceeds to ask realtor to work for a reduced commission.You get the idea!  Keeps going on and on … (14 comments)

manalapan real estate: Manalapan Spotlight on... Joffe Family Chiropractic - 10/07/10 09:05 AM

 
I recently had a very good experience with a fabulous chiropractor and wanted to spread the word to anyone looking for chiropractic services to consider Joffe Family Chiropractic, conveniently located in Manalapan Township, in the heart of Monmouth County, New Jersey.
A few weeks ago, I woke up with the worst stiff neck in the history of stiff necks.  By day's end, the pain was so excruciating I couldn't move my head!
 
I reached out to Dr. Joffe, who understanding my level of discomfort, worked me into his schedule!  Was I ever glad he did!!
By the next … (1 comments)

manalapan real estate: 535 Meryl Court, Monroe, NJ - 10/01/10 04:34 PM
535 Meryl Court, Monroe, New Jersey

 
Fall in love the moment you step into this Expanded Overture model in Monroe's sought after Encore Adult Community.  This Barely lived in home with 3 Bedrooms and 3 Full Baths, plus Loft and Study, provides plenty of room for visiting guests. 
Outstanding features include gleaming pre-finished hardwood floors, an overabundance of recessed lights, updated kitchen with GE Avantium stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets, granite countertops and matching granite backsplash.  Extra storage and utility room, walk-in closet under the stairs and custom closet systems with drawers and shelving satisfy all your storage … (1 comments)

manalapan real estate: Manalapan Township Proposed 2010 Budget and Tax Rate Information - 06/22/10 09:31 AM

According to the Manalapan Township Committee, as reported in last week's News Transcript, Manalapan’s total tax rate (all taxing entities accounted for) in 2010 will be $2.03 per $100 of assessed valuation.Simply put, divide your NEW assessed value by 100 (on the green card you received in January) and multiply by $2.03 to receive a pretty close indication of your proposed taxes. For example, if your assessed value is 425,000, you multiply 4250 by 2.03 and find your taxes for 2010 would be... $8,627.50. Hopefully you will find the difference from 2009 to 2010 to be equivalent to the normal … (4 comments)

manalapan real estate: Manalapan Day - Manalapan Under the Stars - 05/25/10 05:12 PM
You are invited to Manalapan’s annual summer kick-off!  June 12, 2010 4:00 - Fireworks Join the excitement as our township celebrates another great fun filled day.  Bring your family, neighbors and friends for an evening of great food, entertainment, exhibits, displays, vendors, children’s rides, pony rides and a new carnival area.  The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks finale!  Stop by the Weichert booth between 6:00 - 8:00 and say hello to me and Gail!  Mention this post for YOUR free gift!! The Main Stage entertainment will feature Icon Dance Complex, Manalapan’s own Speed Limit Band.  Then at 8:15 pm we … (3 comments)

manalapan real estate: Expanded Split Level in Manalapan's Holiday Park! - 04/15/10 12:46 PM
Manalapan's Finest!!
SOLD!!!
 
HUGE 4 Bedroom, 3 full bath "SUPER Split" in Manalapan's Holiday Park Development! Updated kitchen offers porcelain tile backsplash and newer appliances.  Magnificent breakfast room addition with picture windows, overlooking private, fully-fenced, flat yard with maintenance-free deck, pool & swingset! Upper level has been extended to provide larger Master Bedroom, including  walk-in closet and HUGE master bath with skylight, shower AND soaking tub! 23 x 17 Family room and a finished basement ensure plenty of space for entertaining!
 

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manalapan real estate: Manalapan Township Tax Reassessment - 01/06/10 12:39 PM
To my Manalapan Township neighbors,
You'll soon be getting a letter with your new tax assessment.  
You need to understand that these were "across the board" reductions in value to stop the rush of homeowners filing for (and winning) tax appeals.
Our assessment values were originally calculated in 2007.  Since that time, as you know, home values have dropped considerably.  The purpose of this reassessment is to bring the assessed value of your home closer to true market value. It isn't an exact science and won't precisely indicate the current market value of your home.  It is just a measure by … (7 comments)

manalapan real estate: Thanksgiving Wishes from My Home to Yours! - 11/26/09 04:42 PM

 
 
Best wishes to my family, friends and neighbors for a happy and healthy Thanksgiving Day!
 
 
Credit to my daughter Danielle for another great photo and kudos to my sister Cathy for a fabulously fun and healthy Thanksgiving Turkey Treat!!
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manalapan real estate: Must Be Seen to Be Believed in Manalapan, New Jersey - 11/16/09 10:13 AM
10 Old Queens Blvd.Manalapan, NJ
SOLD!!!

This extended and expanded custom home will surpass your expectations! 
Mother/Daughter, In-Law Suite, Large or Blended Families... This home does it all!!
 

$459,900 - 10 Old Queens Boulevard, Manalapan, New Jersey
 
I don't just sell homes in Manalapan's Yorktowne, I lived here for over 16 years!  Yorktowne Development is a family neighborhood, of single family homes, approximately 40 years old. The community is situated between Gordon's Corner, Pease and Pinebrook Roads.  Often a favorite for New York City Commuters due to the convenient proximity to the Gordon's Corner Road New … (10 comments)

manalapan real estate: Mint, Mint, Mint in Jackson, New Jersey!! - 09/21/09 05:11 PM
800 Wright Debow Road, Jackson, NJ
SOLD!!!
 

 
Mint 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath, expanded custom home surrounded by woods, on private, level lot.  
Kitchen/Dining Room feature updated appliances, cabinets, hardware plus 8 foot slider to rear deck and yard! 
Family room is truly a "Great" room for entertaining with almost 400 square feet of space, sliders to yard, windows with custom treatments, access to half bath and laundry room. 
Master bedroom is truly a dream come true with 500 square feet of living space, 3 walk-in closets plus another double closet!   Bright and sunny, thanks … (7 comments)

manalapan real estate: SOLD - Amazing Value, Amazing Home in Freehold, New Jersey - $459,000 - 04/24/09 02:13 PM
 
 
This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is situated on close to 1 acre of property. This home has so much to offer. Great open floor plan with generous sized rooms. Enjoy 9 ft ceilings, 2 story foyer, beautiful hardwood floors and open and airy flow from family room into eat-in Kitchen with center island.
Master bedroom offers tray ceilng, walk-in closet, and full master bath with double sink and soaking tub.
 

 
Enjoy summers on the 2 tier deck overlooking pool and private property.
 

All this AND the Freehold Township School District!!  What more could … (7 comments)

manalapan real estate: What To Expect When Your Inspecting - 03/22/09 02:01 PM
When a home inspector is hired to inspect a property for which I am the buyer's agent OR the seller's agent, I expect and hope for the same things from the inspector...

 
 
Knowledge:  Know what you are talking about.  Stick to the facts.  Don't speculate about things that may or may not have happened in the past.  If you don't know the answer, tell the client you don't know the answer.  If you prefer, tell them you will find out and call them with the answer.  But for heaven's sake... be careful if you are going to take … (14 comments)

manalapan real estate: SOLD!! Gorgeous Colonial in Northern Howell, NJ - $434,000! - 03/18/09 03:06 PM

 
Gleaming hardwood floors greet you as you enter this fabulous colonial in desirable Country Meadows in sought after Northern Howell.  (Note:  this home has a Freehold, NJ mailing address) Outstanding features of this beautifully decorated home include 9’ ceilings, crown moldings and closets galore, including HUGE custom closet in garage! Attic is floored for all your additional storage needs. Kitchen upgraded with cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and oversized breakfast bar. Vaulted family room has skylights, fireplace with marble surround and HUGE custom sliders with sunny sidelights. Master bedroom retreat is complete with vaulted ceilings, two walk-in … (4 comments)