Keller Williams Top 10 Places to Work - 05/29/12 04:54 AM
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced this week it has been recognized as one of America’s Top 10 Workplaces, according to the National Top Workplaces list compiled by Workplace Dynamics.
“Our culture is our strongest asset and the reason that so many people want to be with us,” Mary Tennant, COO of Keller Williams Realty shares. “Imagine what it would be like to work in a culture every day with people that you feel love, kindness, caring and humor with. Imagine working in an environment where there is a passion for every single person to succeed at the highest level.”“If this award … (2 comments)

Oil, Natural Gas and Coal Production in the United States - 05/21/12 03:29 PM
I've been going back and forth with another blogger in reference to opening more federal land to drilling and what impact it would have on gas prices and in helping secure a future free of foreign energy dependence.  I showed how oil production is at 8 year highs, that natural gas production is at record levels and that the US has exported more coal in 2011 then any other time in history.  But, of course, I get the "open more land/ocean for more production."
Then I came across this article in Forbes:
"Would you believe that on this very date, just one, short year ago, the oil … (13 comments)

What Can we Learn from The Cardboard Arcade? - 05/15/12 07:01 AM
This is a story about imagination and the power of social media, video and community. If you haven't heard about "Caine's Arcade", you'll be seeing it on your Facebook page soon.  A 9-year-old built a cardboard arcade at his father's store but almost gave up on the project for lack of customers. Until a short film gave him all the publicity — and players — he could hope for. But this isn't just about a cute neighborhood kid with an entrepreneurial spirit, but the power of video that has created this sensation.  Enjoy the video, but remember it's the filmmaker that deserves a lot … (11 comments)

Open House Ocean County May 12, 2012 - 05/12/12 06:49 AM
Open House in Ocean County with photos and maps for Saturday May 12, 2012 in Barnegat, Bayville, Brick, Jackson, Forked River, Lanoka Harbor, Waretown, Stafford Twp, Toms River, Beachwood, Point Pleasant, and Whiting.(These are the only scheduled Open Houses in Ocean County for this Saurday)
Below is the complete list of Open Houses in Ocean County for May 12, 2012 Click on the link below to access photos and maps for each property.
Berkeley (Bayville) Open House:
Details: 1  NEW CONSTRUCTION ST, BAYVILLE, NJ - $289,900 Details: 436  WHEATON AVE, BAYVILLE, NJ - $369,000 Brick Twp Open House:
Details: 396  20TH … (3 comments)

Ocean County Events May 12 & 13, 2012 - 05/12/12 04:47 AM
Things to do in Ocean County May 12 - 13, 2012
May 12
Ocean County Open House - Shop for your dream home on The Jersey Shore. - www.openhouseoceancounty.com
Nunset Boulevard - The Nunsense Hollywood Bowl Show, Bengal Auditorium, Barnegat High School, 180 Barnegat Blvd. 2 pm & 8 pm. Musical comedy about The Little Sisters of Hoboken who have been invited to sing at the famous Hollywood Bowl. Ocean Theatre Company will hold the majority of it's performences in the Bengal Auditorium. $ Information: 609-312-8306 or www.oceantheatre.org- BARNEGAT
A Garden Tea Party, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Parish. 11 am. Fashion fun, … (0 comments)

Is Obama a Moderate? - 05/11/12 01:14 PM
My Republican friends keep calling Obama a socialist.  I keep asking them to provide proof of these socialist policies. And I keep saying that the Obama Administration is very moderate and in some cases, right of center.  Thanks to Ezra Klien for writing story about the moderation of the current presidency.
Political scientist Keith Poole released a study that probably cheered the White House. According to Poole’s highly respected classification system, Obama is the most moderate Democratic president since World War II. Which raises a question: How can Obama simultaneously be one of the most divisive and most moderate presidents of the past … (8 comments)

The Past Month in Real Estate Ocean County NJ, April 2012 - 05/10/12 08:39 AM
This Month in Real Estate is a monthly video news series, provided by Keller Williams Realty, that offers an inside look at the national real estate market. Each edition provides a snapshot of the numbers and trends that drive the real estate market, as well as expert opinion and analysis. For information on your local real estate conditions, in your neighborhood, please contact Karl Hess or go to www.homevaluesinoceancountynj.com.
 
As of today, there are 4264 single family homes for sale in Ocean County. The median list price for those homes is $324,945. The average days on market is 146 days.
There … (0 comments)

The Pine Barrens - 05/10/12 08:33 AM
The Pine Barrens, also known as the Pinelands, is an enormous and all-encompassing tract of open space that covers 1.1 million acres, or 22 percent of New Jersey's land area. Visitors to the Pinelands can explore old, abandoned towns, see the restored Batsto Village or hike the numerous wooded trails. There are endless opportunities for boating, cycling, canoeing, fishing, hiking, hunting and horseback riding. Check into one of the many campgrounds and explore the Pinelands. Although the Pine Barrens envelop a number of interesting towns, if you want to experience the other worldly beauty of the quiet, pine-filled forests, you’ll want … (0 comments)

Is the Conservative-GOP Marriage Over? - 05/08/12 05:50 AM
Pretty good opinion piece on Romney, the Republican Party and Conservatism by Craig Shirley who is an author and conservative public affairs consultant. He is best-known as the author of two critically praised bestselling books on Reagan. Though I think Shirley glosses over some of Reagan's shortcomings, he does make a compelling case that the Republican Party is not a "conservative" party they are simply a 'political' party and nothing more.
Excerpt:
"It should come as no surprise that the Republican National Committee has been “covertly” supporting Mitt Romney throughout the primaries, as POLITICO recently “revealed.” It was the worst-kept secret in … (19 comments)

Open House Point Pleasant May 6, 2012 - 05/06/12 07:21 AM
Open House in Point Pleasant and Point Pleasant Beach with photos and maps for May 6, 2012. Point Pleasant Open House information including school reports, neighborhood data and Point Pleasant housing market trends.
Here is the list of Open Houses in Point Pleasant NJ for May 6 with easy to access maps and numerous photos.
Details: 419  RICHARD AVE, POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ - $399,999 Details: 1301  SAINT LOUIS AVE, POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ - $510,000 Details: 613  TRENTON AVE, POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ - $579,000 Details: 105  ARNOLD AVE, POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ - $629,000 Details: 102  NEW JERSEY AVE, POINT PLEASANT … (0 comments)

Open House Brick Twp May 6, 2012 - 05/06/12 06:16 AM
Open House in Brick Township with photos and maps for Sunday May 6, 2012. Brick Township Open House information including school reports, neighborhood data and Brick Twp Housing Market Trends.
Here is the list of Open Houses in Brick Twp for May 6 with numerous photos and maps. These homes are located in Baywood, Osbornville, Herbertsville, Cedarwood, Sandy Point, Midstreams, Lake Riviera, Metedeconk, South Hampton, Mantoloking, etc.
Details: 396  BARNEGAT AVE, BRICK, NJ - $199,900 Details: 52  PACIFIC OCEAN DR, BRICK, NJ - $224,999 Details: 332  HUDSON DR, BRICK, NJ - $229,000 Details: 576  MARBRO AVE, BRICK, NJ - $249,999 Details: 378  JAROME … (0 comments)

Open House Bayville May 6, 2012 - 05/06/12 05:27 AM
Open House in Bayville and Beachwood with photos and maps for Sunday May 6, 2012. Open House information including school reports, neighborhood data and Bayvill Housing Market Trends.
Here is the list of Open Houses in Bayville for May 6, 2012 with easy to access maps and numerous photos. These homes are located in Bayville, Holiday City, Cedar Beach, Holly Park, Kesswick, Manitou Park, Pinewald, and throughout Berkeley Twp.
Details: 4  NEW CONSTRUCTION ST, BAYVILLE, NJ - $316,900 Details: 73 S RONALD AVE, BERKELEY, NJ - $335,000 Details: 85 S RONALD AVE, BAYVILLE, NJ - $344,900 Details: 2312 S BAYVIEW AVE, … (4 comments)

Ocean County Events May 5 & 6, 2012 - 05/05/12 04:49 AM
Things to do in Ocean County May 5 - 6, 2012
May 5
Ocean County Open House - Shop for your dream home on The Jersey Shore. - www.openhouseoceancounty.com
The Rat Pack Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 8:00 pm. They were the hippest cats of all time...Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford, better known as The Rat Pack! They ruled Las Vegas and Hollywood during the 1960's. The Rat Pack Revue serves up their great music and good looks once again like a fine martini. Mix in their funny banter and great chemistry, … (3 comments)

"Gentlemen, we have run out of money. It is time to start thinking." - 05/04/12 05:25 AM
There is no debate that America needs to get it's financial house in order. The debate starts on what parts of the budget should  we cut and on whom we should raise taxes, if it all. Should we cut Medicare? Medicaid? Education? Social Security? Infrastructure? Defense? Should we raise taxes on the super-wealthy? The middle class? The poor?
"Gentlemen, we have run out of money. It is time to start thinking." is a quote from Sir Ernest Rutherford, winner of the Nobel Prize in Nuclear Physics; nothing could be more true and is the essence of this new book on an America in … (17 comments)