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lancaster pa real estate: East Petersburg PA Home For Sale - 03/31/09 02:23 PM
Check out this new listing from The Jeff Geoghan Realty Group:
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For Lancaster PA homes for sale click here. Jeff Geoghan is a top real estate expert in Lancaster County, PA, and an involved community member. Jeff's work has been featured in the Lancaster Newspapers, WGAL Channel 8, PA Business Journal and Wall Street Journal. Jeff's blog on Lancaster County and its homes is nationally-featured. Contact Jeff for more help with your Lancaster PA Real Estate needs. Jeff is also a photographer - view some of his … (0 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Ten Ways to Lower Your Homeowners Insurance - 02/28/09 07:24 PM
Here are ten tips from HUD.gov on ways to lower your homeowners insurance.
1. Shop AroundIt'll take some time, but could save you a good sum of money. Ask your friends, check the Yellow Pages or contact your state insurance department. National Association of Insurance Commissioners (www.naic.org) has information to help you choose an insurer in your state, including complaints. States often make information available on typical rates charged by major insurers and many states provide the frequency of consumer complaints by company.Also check consumer guides, insurance agents, companies and online insurance quote services. This will give you an idea … (5 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: What A Realtor Will Do For You - 02/24/09 06:30 PM
If you are looking to buy a home you may be wondering what a Realtor can do for you. Well, besides helping you find a home that fits your needs, there is a Code of Ethics that we must follow. Here is a great summary from the National Association of Realtors. This list tells you how you will be affected by our Code of Ethics. The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Code of Ethics: What Does it Mean for Consumers? How does the Code of Ethics affect everyday real estate practices? If a REALTOR® represents you, whether you are buying or selling … (4 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Habitat for Humanity Project In Lancaster - 02/22/09 07:24 AM
Here is an article about a new Habitat for Humanity project in Lancaster City. The building is scheduled to start in May. The article is from Lancasteronline.com written by Stephen Kopfinger.
A few more people are going to call the city home. Literally, as in, their own house.
Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity announced last week that 19 residential building lots at Fairview Avenue and Seymour Street, in Lancaster's southwest end, were purchased from the Preferred Partners real estate group, for $475,000 Wednesday."We're absolutely delighted … we're taking a leap of faith," said Stacie Reidenbaugh, executive director of Habitat, Saturday. She … (0 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Grandview Heights Open House - Sunday Feb. 22 - 1111 Crest Lane, Lancaster PA - 02/18/09 03:28 PM
BUYERS MARK YOUR CALENDERS FOR THIS OPEN HOUSE!
1111 Crest Lane, Lancaster PA
School District: Manheim Township List Price: $ 189,753 Agent: Lauren Krady Phone: 735-6266 Open Hours: 1-4Open House Date: Sun, 02/22/09 Description: Prepare to be impressed with this classy home on a beautiful Grandview Heights street. Huge lot, hardwood floors, much more! 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms, 1 car detached garage, nice deck, fireplace, play space in the basement, washer and dryer included.
Visit www.1111crest.com to watch the home tour.
Directions: From Rt30: South on Lititz pike to Left on Fordney Rd, Right on Pleasure Rd, Left on Crest … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: New Construction Incentives in Lancaster PA - 02/17/09 07:53 PM
I found the following article on Lancasteronline and thought it was interesting. If you are looking for new construction, now is an excellent time to buy.
By Paula Wolf, Staff Writer
With the housing market in the doldrums, many homebuilders nationwide are offering incentives to attract buyers.
Your Towne Builders is offering a $28,000-plus incentive on this spec house. Bath awaits a buyer at Cedar Chase development. Local contractors are no exception.Keystone Custom Homes' "Live Free for a Year" billboards have been a common sight in Lancaster County, but the builder's incentives go well beyond that, said company President Larry Wisdom.The … (0 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Coldwell Banker Persoanl Retriever - 02/17/09 07:22 PM
Here is a cool tool from Coldwell Banker to aide you in your home search:
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lancaster pa real estate: What are the schools like here? - 02/14/09 02:19 PM
Spring must be around the corner, the real estate market in Lancaster seems to be heating up. I had a customer pick out 7 houses he wanted to view, by the next week 4 of them were under agreement. That first time buyer price range is selling!
I often get asked the question "what is the best school district?." It's an important matter for those of us with kids. Realtors can not "steer" people to one school or another. Buyers must do their own research into the local schools. Ask people in the neighborhood and look online. One of the websites … (4 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: New Grandview Heights Listing - 1111 Crest Avenue, Lancaster PA - 02/12/09 07:47 PM
The Jeff Geoghan Realty Group is proud to announce a new listing at 1111 Crest Ave, Lancaster PA.
Prepare to be impressed with this classy home on a beautiful Grandview Heights street! From the columned front entry to the gleaming narrow-gauge HW floors & the large, light kitchen, this is a rare find that's close to shopping, Lancaster City and main arteries. Better still is the huge deck, 36ft 1 car garage and deep lot with room to play!
3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms listed at $189,753
Don't miss your chance to own this great home … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Lancaster PA First Time Home Buyer Seminar - 02/11/09 01:48 PM
Interested in owning a home in Lancaster County, PA? Let the experienced team members of the Jeff Geoghan Realty Group share the process and options of investing in the American dream.
In addition, mortgage specialists will be on hand to review the loan qualification process and credit repair techniques.
Visit www.YourFirstLancasterHome.com for more details or search Lancaster PA real estate at www.YourLancasterHome.com
Who: All are welcome, invite anyone you know who is thinking of buying their first home. Where: Coldwell Banker Select Professionals office at 1000 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 When: Thursday, February 26th from 6:30 … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Lancaster City Walking Tour - 02/09/09 07:34 PM
A great way to learn about Lancaster City real estate is to walk around and see the different styles of homes and the different neighborhoods. The Lancaster City website has a bunch of walking tours listed, I will feature a few of them. Here is one of them:
A Walk Around Downtown Lancaster(covering three centuries in four blocks)
Lancaster City is an architectural gem. Stroll down any street, in any direction, and you will encounter remarkable, and remarkably intact, historic buildings.
The following walk takes in four blocks near Lancaster's Penn Square, which will take tour participants through three … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Plant a tree in front of your Lancaster City home - 02/08/09 03:23 PM
Don't you just love the tree lined streets around Lancaster City? Spring and Summer time has Lancaster City in it's full glory with all the blooming trees as you drive through town. So if you live in a spot without a tree in front of your house, don't fret, Lancaster City will dig up the sidewalk and plant one for you. The fees are very reasonable but you are responsible to water it. Here is the information from the Lancaster City website:
City Services
Tree PlantingStreet Tree Planting Those residents living within Lancaster City limits may take advantage of the … (13 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: New Price - 766 Marietta Ave, Lancaster City PA - 01/30/09 03:35 PM
The Jeff Geoghan Realty Group would like to present this home to you with its new price!
Nestled in among stately row homes is 766 Marietta Ave, your retreat from the lively bustle of city life- where you can relax on the patio with a cup of coffee or entertain friends in the elegant first floor. Located on the west end within blocks of everything, this 1885 beauty is ready and waiting for a loving owner to call their own. For photos and info visit www.766Marietta.com.
4 Bedrooms 1 oversized bathroom Nice back … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: What Will My Money Buy In Lancaster County? - Part 3 - 01/26/09 07:32 PM
This is the third part in the series of What will my money buy in Lancaster County? Read the previous posts here and here.
Lancaster, PA has plenty of options in every price range whether you are looking to live in the city, the suburbs, or even on a farm.
Here is what $300,000 will buy in Lancaster County:
On Woodland Ave in Lititz, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, listed at $299,000:
On Sterling Place in Lancaster, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, listed at $299,500:
On North Concord Street in Lancaster City, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, listed at $299,900:
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lancaster pa real estate: What Will My Money Buy In Lancaster County - Part 2 - 01/24/09 06:53 PM
Yesterday I started a series called what will my money buy in Lancaster County. Read what $100,000 will buy you around the county in my previous post. Today I am going to show you what $200,000 will buy around the county. There are many homes in this price range and here are a few:
On Wecaf Road in New Holland PA, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, listed at $197,900
On Princess Road in Lancaster PA, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, listed at $198,900
On Lemon Street in East Petersburg PA, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, listed at $199,000
On Columbia Ave … (0 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: What Is Net Metering, You Ask? - Making The Electric Meter Run Backwards... - 01/19/09 07:18 PM
Here is a great article from Jeff Geoghan. I love this kind of stuff and some day I will have the utility company paying me!
Via Jeff Geoghan MBA - Lancaster PA Real Estate Expert (The Jeff Geoghan Realty Group, Coldwell Banker Lancaster PA):
Listen to this article as an audio podcast.
Anyone who's checked out alternative energy sources for their family have come across the concept of net metering. The prospect of "making the electric meter run backward" is very appealing to a lot of people. But what exactly is net metering and how does it work?
PA utilities … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Lancaster PA School Taxes - 01/18/09 02:47 PM
The following is an article from The Intelligencer Journal and written by Brian Wallace. If you are curious what wil happen with your Lancaster, PA school tax bill this year, here is your answer. At the end he also talks about the effects of the slots money on taxpayers.
"Because of the volatile economy, Lancaster County residents can't predict what a gallon of gas, a bag of groceries or a line of credit is going to cost them in six months.
But most county residents already have a good idea of what they'll be paying in school taxes when … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Answers to 1031 exchange quiz - 01/15/09 06:56 PM
Here are the answers to the quiz I posted yesterday about 1031 exchanges:
1. In order for properties to qualify for a "like-kind" exchange, they must be:
Correct Answer: Any type of real estate, as long as it's used as an investment or for business The IRS considers virtually all real estate in the United States to be "like-kind." Thus, you could swap a farm for an apartment building, raw land for a motel, or a store for a single-family rental. However, the property you are selling and the property you are buying both must be held as an investment or … (2 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: What do you know about a 1031 exchange? - 01/14/09 07:48 PM
If you have a property with a lot of equity and are ready to sell you need to consider how much you will pay in capital gains tax. On the other hand of you buy another investment property of equal or greater value you can consider a 1031 exchange. With a better understanding of Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, you can hang on to wealth and defer capital-gains taxes by reinvesting proceeds from the sale of a business or investment property. This quiz, developed with the help of experts at Miami-based Bayview Financial Exchange Services, will help you get … (1 comments)
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lancaster pa real estate: Ten Things to Ask A Home Inspector - 01/13/09 07:38 PM
HUD has ten simple questions for you to ask potential home inspectors.
1. What does your inspection cover?
The inspector should ensure that their inspection and inspection report will meet all applicable requirements in your state if applicable and will comply with a well-recognized standard of practice and code of ethics. You should be able to request and see a copy of these items ahead of time and ask any questions you may have. If there are any areas you want to make sure are inspected, be sure to identify them upfront.
2. How long have you been … (4 comments)
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