community benefits real estate: Darn Straight it Works!! Skippy - 10/22/10 07:37 AM
Darn Straight it Works!! SkippyToday was a good day for GettysburgGerry. Closed on another property, yeah that is cool, but what is cooler that once I am able to prove that ActiveRain is the place to hang your shingle. This closing was a direct referral from Activerain.  Put another notch in the Sentrylock card....Of course we all love closings, but referrals are the best. The silver lining to the whole thing.....wait for it, wait for it....the seller told me at the table that he is interested in doing more together in the Gettysburg Adams County area. I do believe the wife … (21 comments)

community benefits real estate: Do We Know What we are Really Selling - I May Have Forgotten - 10/18/10 12:58 AM
 Do We Know What we are Really Selling -  I May Have ForgottenSomething dawned on me today, something that I have to admit that I wasn't all that impressed with myself. I have a closing this week, and to be honest in this market I am happy to have the income flow. While I have never been a "gotta get that commission" type of agent, I also admit that I understand that I am doing this to make money. I believe there is a fine line that we Realtors walk between making a living and helping people realize life dreams. Whether … (36 comments)

community benefits real estate: Will Pa Uniform Construction Code Change Kill What is Left of New Home Construction? - 10/13/10 03:05 AM
Will Pa Uniform Construction Code Change Kill What is Left of New Home Construction?Beginning Jan 1 of 2011 Pa will become the first state in the country to adopt changes to it's Uniform Construction Code that will require sprinkler systems in a new one and two family homes. This one change will add approximately  $3,000 in costs to a 1,800 square foot home. My thought is that the Pennsylvania building industry will not be able to recover from a financial blow such as this. New home construction has taken a major blow during this economic correction, and this change would be … (1 comments)

community benefits real estate: One Down, 6 More to Go In Lancaster Pa - 10/05/10 04:37 AM
One Down, 6 More to Go In Lancaster PaWell this one is in the books, the historic Fulton Theatre closed it's first production of it's 2010 -2011 season Saturday Oct, 2. The opening production this year was Spamalot, "A new musical lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail". For any of you that remember the Monty Python movies this was a walk down (albeit a hysterical one) memory lane. Whether it was the Knights who say Ni, Not Dead Fred, or the obnoxious French Guards, the production kept the entire audience laughing throughout. I have … (3 comments)

community benefits real estate: Market Information for Gettysburg Adams County Pa Area - 09/11/10 12:06 AM
Market Information for Gettysburg Adams County Pa AreaLets take a look at market information for the Gettysburg Adams County Area. Currently for the whole of Adams County for the time span of August 1, 2010 - Sept 1, 2010 we have;Pending    56Sold          63Active      184Exp          131Widwn     34The number of homes withdrawn from the market is better than in previous months, however the expired to current listings numbers are scary. Looks like we are averaging 60 homes sold a month. For that same 30 day time span we saw 94 homes sold in 2007, 78 in 2008, and … (7 comments)

community benefits real estate: Newville, Pa - A Holiday drive Destination - 09/05/10 04:26 AM
Newville, Pa - A Holiday drive DestinationThis holiday weekend has been designated as a semi working holiday weekend for Mr. & Mrs Michaels. You see here in South Central Pa it is the beginning of "get ready for winter" season. We had some things to purchase in Shippensburg, Pa yesterday so we decided to take a slightly altered route and visit Newville, Pa.Newville Pa is a small town of roughly 1,500 people, situated in the Shippensburg, Chambersburg, Carlisle area Newville Pa was settled in the early 1700's, and became a town in 1790. For a lover of historical architecture Newville Pa was a fun … (6 comments)

community benefits real estate: Cashtown Community Days Parade - 09/04/10 02:11 AM
Cashtown Community Days ParadeCashtown Pa is small community just outside of Gettysburg Pa.It is home to about 100 homes ranging in architecture from a 1700's log cabin, to Victorians, to 50's & 60's construction, to new homes. The most prominent building in the community is the Cashtown Inn. Famous for it's Civil War contribution as well as the many ghost stories connected with it. The Inn today is a wonderful B&B as well as a fine restaurant. The Cashtown community celebrates the end of summer with a number of events occurring on Labor Day weekend. Starting with the parade, there is … (3 comments)

community benefits real estate: Where Have all the Buyers Gone ? - 08/28/10 05:29 AM
Where Have all the Buyers Gone ?Where have all the buyers gone, sung to the tune "Where have all the flowers gone".Where have all the buyers gone, why are they still waitingWhere have all the buyers gone, buy now while rates are lowWhere have all the buyers gone, are any banks lendingWhere have all the buyers gone, I miss selling homesSo we have had a rough week, a rough month, a rough year, okay a rough couple of years. So here we all are, wondering what has become of our profession. We are seeing numbers at a 60 year low, we … (12 comments)

community benefits real estate: Extreme Low Ball Offer Usually Means Amateur Buyer - 08/20/10 06:18 AM
Extreme Low Ball Offer Usually Means Amateur BuyerI don't know about you, but when I see a super low ball offer come through, it usually means that a new home buyer has spent the night at a Comfort Inn and thinks they are now Donald Trump. All too often I see these offers come and the buyer is amazed that the seller hasn't responded in 6 hours because they are so desperate to sell. Usually when a seller recieves an offer that is 40, 50, or 60% below asking price the only thing that the buyer has accomplished is insulting the … (12 comments)

community benefits real estate: Open House! York County, Dover Pa - 08/19/10 07:40 AM
Open House! York County, Dover Pa Sunday 4 - 2 pm will be your opportunity to tour the property at 2499 Village Sq Rd, Dover, Pa 17315. This 4 bedroom 2 full bath home offers comfortable living at a surprisingly affordable price. This Dover Pa home features all new carpet, new paint, and stainless dishwasher and range. In addition there is a large family room in the finished basement, a perfect family gathering place. The kids can go out and play on the large level lot, and to keep things tidy there is also a separate laundry room. There simply is … (0 comments)

community benefits real estate: If You Work it...They Will Come - 08/18/10 11:34 AM
If You Work it...They Will ComeI have been reading a lot of great posts lately, posts from some very positive people here in the rain. I have read from colleagues on the west coast that they are experiencing a bit of a rebound in their real estate market, which those of us on the east coast are hoping spreads this way. I do know that here in the York, Adams county area the market is very, very slow. As Realtors however we need to continue to work our brand, deal with the market that we are in. Those of you who … (27 comments)

community benefits real estate: York City Market Conditions - 08/15/10 05:29 AM
              York City Market ConditionsBelow are the market conditions for York City Pa single family homes. As you can see the market in York City Pa continues to be challenged in the wake of the buyers credit. Homes are sitting on the market for far too long as foreclosures continue to hit the market. Unemployment in York City Pa continues to hover between 9.1 and 9.3 percent, poor consumer confidence in the economy as well as lack of jobs has adversely affected the housing market in York City, Pa as well the national market. The … (4 comments)

community benefits real estate: Be Careful It's Back to School Time - 08/13/10 05:22 AM
Be Careful It's Back to School TimeHere in the Gettysburg Adams County area our kids will be heading back to school with all the districts starting their first day all together. Bermudian Springs, Conewago Springs, Fairfield, Gettysburg, Littlestown, & Upper Adams school districts are starting the 2010 - 2011 school year on August, 25th, 2010. While it is easier for older kids to make the transition back to school mode, for the little ones it can be more difficult. Time to start getting to bed earlier, up earlier it can be a tough transition for some kids. Making the transition easier … (8 comments)

community benefits real estate: Gettysburg Borough & Adams County Market Stats, Single Family, Land - 08/07/10 10:29 AM
 
What are the above stats telling us about the market conditions for the Gettysburg Borough Adams County area. The good news;         sale price/list price ratio looks healthy at 93.38%. Considering the market conditions we are currently going through that is pretty a pretty good news number. What it could be indicating is that sellers are pricing correctly in the Gettysburg Borough Adams County area.          days on the market is high, but not as high as one might expect for the current market. The bad news;           Pct sold and Pct expired, at 29.49% pct sold and 52.07% for … (0 comments)

community benefits real estate: Buying at Auction - Use Extreme Caution - 08/05/10 09:50 AM
So many times I have had clients come to me and request that I assist them in purchasing a home through the auction process. While I don't mind helping people, I think people really under estimate the process and the problems and pitfalls that can come from buying at auction or sheriffs sale. If you are buying auction or sheriffs sale it is extremely important that you do your due diligence. A thorough investigation is of the utmost importance. You need to know if there are any mechanic liens on the property, are there back taxes, are there outstanding mortgages, old … (11 comments)

community benefits real estate: Gettysburg Adams County Pa Colt Park - 08/05/10 05:48 AM
Gettysburg Adams County Pa Colt ParkCurrently their are 4 active listings in Gettysburg's Colt Park neighborhood. Prices ranging from $255,000 to $429,000925 Highland Ave, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, MLS # 21008767930 Highland Ave, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath, 1 half bath, MLS # 21008595815 Sunset Ave, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 half bath, MLS # 21006374912 Sunset Ave, 4 bedroom, 3 full bath, 1 half bath, MLS # 21003688Colt Parkis a wonderful neighborhood of homes that were mostly built in the 1950's within walking distance to downtown, Gettysburg Rec Park. A quaint, quiet neighborhood to raise a family.If you or … (0 comments)

community benefits real estate: Properties for Sale in Dover Pa 17315 - 08/04/10 09:52 AM
Properties for Sale in Dover Pa 17315$150,000 - $180,000
Current active listings in Dover Pa, 17315Currently there are 52 properties for sale in Dover Pa ranging in price from $ 150,000 - $180,000.15 are priced in the $150,000's20 are priced in the $160,000's17 are priced from $170,000 - $180,000Absorption rate for Dover, Pa is 11.7 months of inventory for homes in the $150,000 - $180,000 price range.With mortgage rates in the mid 4's, NOW is a great time to buy a home in the Dover, Pa area. Find out more about Dover, PaIf you or a friend or family member are … (1 comments)

community benefits real estate: Be in the Moment - 08/03/10 06:32 AM
Be in the MomentNear my home is a small mechanic shop that regularly puts up messages for the community on it's sign. Many times the message is of an inspirational nature. This one I thought hit the nail right on the head.
In the insanely paced world that is real estate these days we are all moving at lighting speed, connected, corrected and injected with information 24/7. If you  snooze you lose, early bird gets the worm, 3G, no 4G, streaming video, call me on my cell......aaarrrrgggg. STOP, " I don't want to be a real estate agent any more Mr. … (10 comments)

community benefits real estate: 63 High St in Arendtsville Pa - A Place to call Home - 07/31/10 05:38 AM
63 High St in Arendtsville Pa - A Place to call HomeThis charming country home in the heart of quaint Arendtville Pais just the place to raise the kids. Lots of natural wood trim, wood floors, laundry room, with a nice big kitchen. 1700 square feet on a quiet country lane,  nice big yard for child play and gardening, screened in back porch on 1/4 of an acre. Home is hooked up to public water and sewer, all at $169,900 with $5,000 in sellers assistance. Walking distance to many Arendtsville Pa amenities, town pool, library, Arendtsville Inn, pizza and more. Stop on by and … (4 comments)

community benefits real estate: A Great Home For First Time Home Buyers or Retirees - 07/28/10 08:40 AM
A Great Buy For First Time Home Buyers or RetireesThis home is a great buy for first time home buyers or retirees. This home boasts a level usable lot, a large shed in the back yard for storage and a attached one car garage. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs with a full bath, separate dining area, kitchen, and living room. The basement floor offers a 4th bedroom, and a large family room as well as a full bathroom, and laundry room. You can see by the pictures that the basement is sunny and bright, not the damp dingy basement of old. … (9 comments)

 
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