EXiT Central Realty Newark Delaware Real Estate

The 55 Sq. Ft. Apartment

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 23:52:47 -0600

NYC- This is cool, Eddie Rabon who lives in Hells Kitchen NYC lives in a apartment that is much smaller than many peoples closets! (mine is 96 sq. ft.) Eddie said his longest wall is 12.5 feet long and about arms length the other way!

The shower (yes there is one) is so small Rabon has a tough time turning around and the sink is the same you would see in a airplane. From news reports he really enjoys living there because he said hes living in a great area of a great city.

I can see being a single guy and living like this but I dont think my wife and kids would appreciate it!

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Wilmington Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 13, 2009

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:27:35 -0600

Wilmington Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 13, 2009

Active Single Family Homes Min. 3 Bedrooms ....... 60

Active Town homes, condos and 1 & 2 beds ....... 655

Pending homes (waiting for settlement) ......... 93

Sold homes last 30 days .........72

Sales in the City of Wilmington continue to be slow with approx. 10 months supply of homes available. Buyers are in a very good position with home prices falling in many cases and with a intrest rate in the mid 4% area for a fixed rate. Buyers also can use the Federal Tax Credit and the First time home buyers credit allowing them to purchase a home for as low as $500 in many cases.

Its good to be a buyer in Wilmington right now!

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

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Newark Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 13, 2009

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:13:33 -0600

Newark Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 13, 2009

Active Single Family Homes Min. 3 Bedrooms ....... 532

Active Town homes, condos and 1 & 2 beds ....... 274

Pending homes (waiting for settlement) ......... 150

Sold homes last 30 days .........150

Home sales in the Newark Delaware area held steady with a slight increase in sold homes this week. Buyers are still active but many are winding down for the holiday season. Experts predict a more friendly sellers market in the coming weeks.

I saw a 30 year fixed rates in the mid 4% last week making homes more affordable for many. Our area has never seen a better time to be a buyer!

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

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New Castle Delaware Real Estate Price Reduced!

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:53:07 -0600

Rare find

3 Bedrooms 3 FULL Baths!

$380,000

Square Footage: 2,575

Enjoy year round picturesque views from your custom Florida room overlooking the Delaware River and beyond. A nature lover~s paradise this community is nestled along the Delaware River and yet is closer to everything than you imagine. Very relaxed atmosphere abounds for someone looking for a place to park their outdoor toys, including a wrap around driveway to the backyard. Make no mistake you will find the interior of the home very comfortable and has a great layout with 9 ft and vaulted ceilings and huge master suite and a great big partially finished walkout basement and lots of other great amenities. Some of the other amenities include potential fourth bedroom in lower level, a great office space for that home office we all want and need or how about the cozy loft overlooking the two story family room or the great big two car garage with work area. Bring your imagination, you could pay millions more elsewhere and still not have serenity of this home. Take a look a today and make ityours tomorrow.

Larry Hultberg 302-530-9186

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New Castle Delaware Real Estate Just Listed!

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:40:31 -0600

$318,000

4 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2,550 sq. ft!

Looking for square footage? This tastefully decorated beautiful home located in cul-de-sac in one of New Castle's most desirable neighborhoods just minutes from I-95, 495 and 295, shopping, hospital and Christiana Mall. 4 bedroom each with walk-in closets for plenty of storage and 2 1/2 baths will impress your friends and family with it's 2 story foyer and hardwood entry with crown molding, large kitchen with oak cabinets, center island, gas cooking and breakfast nook. Spacious formal living room and dining room also with crown molding. Large master bedroom with separate whirlpool tub, shower and linen closet. Full basement with french drain and already studded for your finishing touch with walkout, and plumbed for a full bath.

Larry Hultberg 302-530-9186

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My Favorite Sports Moment

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:26:33 -0600

My favorite sports moment happens once a year at this time. Its not the Superbowl although that is a huge and takes a close 2nd if my Colts are playing but the game I look forward to is Army/Navy.

They will take the field today for the 110th time today in Philadelphia.

If you tune in today make sure I watch the end of the game when the teams go to the losing teams side of the field and listen to their alma mater. This is a way to show their respect to each other for a hard fought game. There is no celebration before or during the song only after does the winning team celebrate as they run across the field to their side. The victors alma mater starts as all stand quietly. This mutual respect and class is something that sorry to say is in short supply during most pro football games.

I hope you enjoy the game as much as I do.

Newark Delaware Realtor 90 Day Sale Guarantee

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 23:19:41 -0600

Your House Sold

in 90 Days

GUARANTEED

Larry will get the job done

or he will pay you!

Your house will be sold in 90 days or less or he will pay you! Actually, many of Larry's listings sell in the first three weeks.

As you know, the faster the sale, the better off you are. Shorter marketing period usually means less number of people wandering through your house, fewer open houses, and most importantly, higher sales price (not always, but in many cases).

There is no catch, no excuses, no blaming of the market, no gimmicks. This is a complete...

90 Day

SOLD Guarantee

in Writing

Finally, a real estate agent

that puts his money

where his mouth is.

Larry Hultberg

302-530-9186

Coming Soon New Delaware Listings! Newark & Claymont

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 23:09:03 -0600

Within the next month I will be listing 2 properties that im sure will sell very fast!

Newark

$175,000 - $185,000

3 Bedroom Rancher, updated kitchen, nuetral colors

quiet street very well cared for. Outstanding value!

Claymont

$170,000 - $180,000

4 Bedroom 2 FULL bath

2 stories, large deck

over .6 acres at the end of a quiet road!

Give a call for more info or to find out how you can buy a home with as little as $1,000 down!

Larry 302-530-9186

Newark Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 6, 2009

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:56:53 -0600

Newark Delaware Real Estate Market Update Dec. 6, 2009

Active Single Family Homes Min. 3 Bedrooms ....... 504

Active Town homes, condos and 1 & 2 beds ....... 275

Pending homes (waiting for settlement) ......... 156

Sold homes last 30 days .........144

Summary

Sold listings are still holding very strong in the Newark Area along with Pending sales. The low intrest rates, lower home prices along with the State of Delaware First Time home buyers programs and the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit seem to be driving sales.

If you are looking for a home or looking to move up to your next one feel free to call with any questions you may have.

Larry Hultberg Newark Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

Wilmington De Investment property First Time Home Buyers

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:42:03 -0600

Wilmington De Investment property First Time Home Buyers!

INVESTOR ALERT!! Nice two bedroom townhome in Wilmington. This property already has tenants in place and would be a great opportunity for immediate cash flow for an Investor. Located just minutes from downtown Wilmington and Riverfront. The Owner is a licensed Realtor in the state of Delaware.

Larry Hultberg Wilmington De Realtor 302-530-9186

Newark Delaware Rental Permit 4 Person Investment Property

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:30:30 -0600

Newark Delaware Rental Permit 4 Person Investment Property

ONLY $119,900!

This well maintained property is ready for the first time home owner or investor. Fresh paint, new wood flooring on main level with newer thermo pane windows on all levels make for a cozy home. Upstairs features newer carpet, fresh paint and large closet in master bedroom. Basement could be workshop or recreation area and includes a 1 car garage. Backing up to parkland with plenty of parking provides space for guests. Property has a City of Newark rental permit for 4. Newer central heat and central air and new water heater make this home ready to move into. This home is priced to sell with motivated seller.

Larry Hultberg Newark De Real Estate 302-530-9186

Newark Delaware Home For Sale- Just listed $215,000 Low down payment

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:11:20 -0600

3 Bedroom home in Newark Delaware

Brand NEW Kitchen!

Finished basement!

Vaulted Ceiling in Living Room

This house just came on the market December 1. This house has wonderful warm feel to it. The kitchen is gourmet kitchen with a $2000.00 brand new gas stainless stove, stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher all new. This house has hardwood floors throughout, new carpet in family room. New designer paint through whole house. New heater and air conditioning and 200 amp electric panel. Two sheds one with workshop and electric and a big flat gorgeous fenced in yard.

Larry Hultberg Newark Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

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A easy way to show the kids how hip Mom & Dad are!

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:29:28 -0600

The other day a computer "geek" friend told me about a cool free inter-net radio station so I checked it out and to my surprise I LOVE IT!

Here is what you do go to www.Pandora.comand sign up for a free account, (they don't spam you) and create a new station.

Just pick your favorite artist and the station will play many of their songs but also songs it thinks you may enjoy.

I chose 3 Doors Down last week and a Journey song came up today and I told my station I liked it and the next song was a Cars song, another of my favorites! How did they know?

Anyway sign up and check it out before you tell the kiddies but dont count on them telling their friends who turned them onto the site!

Wilmington Delaware Home For Sale - Wilmington Delaware Real Estate Great Home For First Time Home Buyers!

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:59:18 -0600

22 Holly Way

Wilmington, Delaware

Tucked away among the tree-lined streets of River Woods is this beautiful end-unit townhouse. This home is surrounded by nature in a quiet cul-de-sac, yet close enough to the City, shopping and many of Wilmington's premiere attractions. Warm and inviting, the kitchen will entice even a novice to cook. The dining room has a picture window which allows plenty of light. Walk down to the living room where you can warm yourself by a roaring fire on colder days while gazing out at the backyard landscaping through the double glass doors. There are decks on each level so you can enjoy the outdoor beauty no matter whether in your bedroom or in the finished basement. Make yourself at home.

Larry Hultberg Wilmington Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

New Listing New Castle Delaware Real Estate $137,000 Garage!

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:46:28 -0600

23 Mark Drive New Castle Delaware

$137,000!!!

Large Kitchen

Large Fenced Yard

Great location in the popular Chelsea Estates. Two Bedroom one bath house with partially finished attic that could be used as a third bedroom. Large private backyard and a single car garage wired with lights and receptacles. Garage has workbench and storage shelves. First floor utility room with brand new washer, dryer and water heater. Home is in good condition with all appliances in working order. Most rooms are freshly painted and all hardwood floors throughout the home have been redone. Full basement is unfinished with a dirt floor with axcess from the backyard. This house is priced to sell quickly. Being sold AS-IS Condition

Larry Hultberg New Castle Delaware Realtor

302-530-9186

Wilmington Delaware Home For Sale - Wilmington Delaware Real Estate Great Home For First Time Home Buyers!

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:38:43 -0600

3 Bedrooms 2 Full Baths!

$205,900

This home qualifies under the Federal Tax Rebate Program!

Beautiful 3Br, 1.5 bath home in the popular neighborhood of Richardson Park. Full fenced rear yard, large wrap around deck leading to your partially enclosed side porch. Enter the home and take in the large living room and dining room with solid hardwood floors, fireplace and craftsmanship you won't find in today's homes. A large must see kitchen with recessed lighting and new appliances, 1st floor powder room and a den which could be used as an office or family room. The second floor contains three bedrooms and a full bath which has just been upgraded with new flooring. Entire home has been updated and well maintained. From the moment you pull up you will feel relaxed and at home.

Larry Hultberg Wilmington Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

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Hockessin Delaware Real Estate New Listing

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:07:53 -0600

5 Wyeth Lane Hockessin Delaware 19707

$625,000

4 Bedrooms 4 Baths

Updates galore!

Stunning Great Room!

So many upgrades there isn~t enough space to mention them all! The best lot in the development adjacent to wooded, open space with a basement walkout that~s ready to finish including full-sized windows and a rough in for an extra bathroom. The 4200 square foot open floor plan makes a good party home; is great for entertaining with 9 FT ceilings, grand stairway in foyer and hardwood flooring throughout main level. The all-stainless gourmet kitchen has been fully upgraded and the enormous master suite includes Jacuzzi and steam room/shower in master bath. The built-ins include stereo speakers throughout; Rooms include pre-wired data/phone/cable and internal monitoring ports; A central vacuum system, a security system with fire alarm and two separate heating/central AC zones for greater temperature control on each level plus an underground sprinkler system. The great room has oversized Palladium windows and a ~see-through~ gas fireplace that joins the breakfast nook. Owners are licensed real estate agents.

For more information contact Larry Hultberg 302-530-9186

Newark Delaware Real Estate Market Update Nov. 25, 2009

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:11:43 -0600

Sold listings increased 50% over the Nov. 15th update and active listings in the Newark area dropped by 7% making this a great time to sell a home. Active listings tend to be lower this time of year due to the perceived lower buyer activity. There are great deals out there waiting for you! To have listing alerts sent to your email click the search homes link below.

Here's what we are looking at for the Newark Delaware area

Active single family homes 3 bedroom min....... 507

Active Town homes, condos and 1 & 2 beds....... 268

Pending homes (waiting for settlement) .......... 169

Sold homes last 30 days ................................. 152

There is still plenty of first time home buyers money out there allowing qualified buyers to purchase a home in many cases for less than $1,000 down.

If you have questions about the market or would like to know how I can get your home sold in 90 days or less give me a call 302-530-9186

Larry Hultberg - Delaware Realtor

Short sale, Foreclosures and Sheriff Sales in Delaware (A Primer)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:38:54 -0600

The question I have been asked the most in my 12 years as a Realtor in Delaware is

"Larry, How about foreclosures?"

Most of the time its in email for or over the phone so in order to have this info available to everyone here are the different types of homes that are for sale in a nutshell.

1. Realtor listed home- The most common type of sale is the home listed with a Realtor.

Usually the seller has some equity in the home and gets a check at settlement to purchase another home so his mortgage lender gets paid and full. This is usually the easiest home for a buyer to purchase because the transaction is only between two parties (buyer and seller).

2. Short Sales- A short sale is a home listed for sale where the Seller owes more on the home than they can sell it for after paying taxes, closing fees and other fees associated with selling a home.

Local rules require the Seller to disclose to potential buyers that a 3rd party approval is needed to complete the sale. Here is where it gets sticky.

Example : Lets say the home is listed for $150,000 and you make a full price offer to purchase of $150,000. Your agent submits the offer to the seller and then the sellers mortgage company. In a ideal situation the mortgage company will get the offer, look it over and decide if the want to proceed. But since they don't know what the home is worth they send someone out to look at the home and give them the value so they can make a informed decision. Makes sense right? Sure

Ok that part may take up to 3 months or longer but during that period the seller may be sending other offers to his mortgage company to consider. (the seller doesnt have to tell you this) The bank looks over those offers and just like any seller chooses what they think to be the best offer that is most likely to go to settlement.

If you don't have the best offer and one is acceptable to the mortgage company you don't get the house, you may not even get a chance to increase your offer.

At some point the mortgage company may also come back and say "Thank you for your offer but our appraiser said the home was worth $180,000 and we will not take a penny less."

That's right, JUST BECAUSE THE SELLER LISTED THE HOME FOR $150,000 MEANS NOTHING TO THE MORTGAGE COMPANY!!!!!!! They are not required to sell it that low or any price if they don't want to.

Short sales are the most stressful way to purchase a home for a buyer and are to be avoided if you want to move within a year or two. If you have a house to sell don't even bother with them, you wont get the home.

3. Bank owned homes

What makes a bank owned home? The most common ways are when they get the home back is if the owner surrenders it to them or the bank forecloses on the home.

How does it affect you as a buyer? The process usually goes pretty smooth. You submit the offer, the bank may take 2-3 business days to review it so you will know rather quickly if you get it or not. You may be required to turn the power and or water on to the property if you are going to have a home inspection but don't be shocked if the bank doesn't want to repair anything.

4. Sheriff Sales

This is not the way to go if you don't know what you are doing. You show up at the sale along with a couple hundred people and the homes are auctioned off to the highest bidder. You will not be allowed to enter the homes you are bidding on unless you get permission from the owner and the last thing a owner wants to do is show you the home he is losing. I wouldn't knock on THAT door!

If you are the highest bidder you must put 10% down and the balance within 30 days or you lose the 10%!

If your mortgage company doesn't think the home is a good risk you lose the 10%

If you find out the home has a $50,000 lien against it you still have to buy it or you lose the 10%.

If you really want to try this show up at the sale early, leave your check book at home and find out as much as you can, make some friends, talk with a attorney, do your homework!!

If you have any questions about buying or selling real estate feel free to give me a call anytime

302-530-9186. To search for home in the New Castle County area of Delaware click below.

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor

Newark Delaware Real Estate Market update Nov 15, 2009

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:37:34 -0600

Sales went up slightly in October over last year with the prospect of the Federal First Time Home Buyers Credit ending but it has been extended and improved until June 2010 allowing qualified sellers to get up to $6,500 in the form of a tax credit.

Here's what we are looking at for the Newark Delaware area

Active single family homes 3 bedroom min....... 503

Active Town homes, condos ....... 309

Pending homes (waiting for settlement) .......... 220

Sold homes last 30 days ................................. 103

As you can see there is plenty of inventory but the pending sales are way up over last month!

Rates are still at historic lows and qualified buyers can still purchase for $1,000 or less down with average credit.

If you have questions about the market or would like to know how I can get your home sold in 90 days or less give me a call 302-530-9186

Larry Hultberg - Delaware Realtor

Newark Delaware Home For Sale - First Time Home Buyers PRICE REDUCED!

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:07:50 -0600

Price Reduced to $129,900

This home qualifies for the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit!

$1,000 (or less) down for qualified buyers! This home shows as new. Where else can you get 2 big bedrooms, New windows, carpet, fresh paint, hardwood floors updated kitchen and baths at this price?

ONLY HERE! Hurry it wont last long at this low price!

Larry Hultberg Newark Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

Anytime Fitness Newark Delaware 19711 Best Newark Delaware Fitness Center!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:49:52 -0600

Today I went to the gym for the first time in a few weeks and ran into one of the owners Jeff and as we were talking I realized that I have not be coming around as much as I should. I used to be a serious gym rat but with real estate picking up and showing lots of homes really keeps you busy!

When I leave the fitness center I always feel great! There is nothing like getting on the stepper/treadmill for 30 minutes and lifting some weights. I am energized every time!

But enough about me, let me tell you about my gym! Jeff and Troy are the owners and they stocked their club with the newest equipment, Nautilus and free weights, 2 private baths with showers, tanning beds and the place is CLEAN! Former U of D Football star Lou Samba is the trainer! See photos of the club here:

http://www.anytimefitness.com/en-us/clubs/inside/676 They have free 7 day passes so you can try before you sign up (the membership is very low). Tell them Larry sent you and I'll see you around the gym!

Larry Hultberg Newark Delaware Real Estate 302-530-9186

Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory Greenville Delaware

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:25:10 -0600

The Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory is located just a few miles North of the City limits of Wilmington close to the Hoopes Reservoir.

It is the only observatory in Delaware that is open to the general public usually on selected Monday nights. They only allow adults and children in the 5th grade or above and you must make reservations to attend the program. 302-654-6407

Here is the schedule for the rest of 2009

Nov 9 Scott Jackson "Preparation for the Winter Solstice (Planetarium Program)"

Nov 23 Sheila Vincent "Tales of the Night Sky"

Dec 7 Scott Jackson "Christmas Wonders (Planetarium Program)"

Please visit their website for further info: http://mountcuba.org/

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

Delaware H1N1 Vaccine

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:55:48 -0600

Delaware Schools started giving out the H1N1 Vaccine this week at many Delaware schools.

The Elementary School students will be getting the nasal spray while the older students will get the shots in the coming weeks. Those who wish for their children to receive the shots must sign a consent form prior to the vaccine being given.

It would be a great idea to check with your childs school to see when the vaccine will be available.

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186

New Castle Delaware Home For Sale - Delaware First Time Buyer Alert!

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:03:23 -0600

62 Skyline Drive New Castle, Delaware

3 Bedrooms 1.5 Bath 1,600 sq. ft.

Wood Deck

Private Yard

Updated Kitchen!

First time buyer alert!!! Roomier than it appears. Home has been freshly painted and has new carpets throughout. Clean as a whistle. All new systems within the last 2-3 years. Large fenced yard. Oversized garage. Originally a 3 bedroom that can be converted back easily. Kitchen is gorgeous and spacious. This home is in true move-in condition. Settlement can be immediate allowing plenty of time for your buyer to qualify for the $8000 credit set to expire at the end of November. Put this home on your tour, you won't be disappointed.

Larry Hultberg Delaware Realtor 302-530-9186