pa: Lumberton News and Events -- Where To Find Them - 03/19/08 04:22 PM
To keep up with local Lumberton Township news and events, the official Lumberton Township web site maintains a community events page as well as a local township news page.The community events page includes a list of events for the township government, the Greater Lumberton Regional Business Association, the Lumberton Historical Society. For example, The Collector Car Show will be held on Saturday July 19, 2008.  Registration will be held from 8:30am-11am; the event will run until 3pm. Early registration fee is $15, or you can register the day of the event for $20.  Click here for a registration form!  For more information please call 609-267-6647.  All proceeds will … (0 comments)

pa: New Jersey Transportation Choices - 02/16/08 02:50 PM
One of the big advantages about living in New Jersey, especially the South Jersey / Delaware Valley and North Jersey / New York City areas is that you are right in the middle of everything with interesting and fun places to visit and sightsee, events, shopping and dining.  It's all here or within driving distance.   Below are some transportation resources.
NJ Dept. of Transportation - NJ Dept of Transportation (NJ DOT): Links to everything related to NJ transportation, including state and county maps, license information, turnpike and tolls, bus lines and schedules, alternate fuel credits, cycling, vanpools; plus roadway diagrams, traffic counts and much more. (New Jersey … (0 comments)

pa: 2007 Annual Commercial Real Estate Show Another Success - 11/03/07 03:55 PM
The 2007 Annual Commercial Real Estate Show (2007 A.C.R.E.S.), presented by TriState REALTORS Commercial Alliance experienced another successful event on Thursday, Oct 26, 2007.  It's theme was, "Building Bridges, Making Connections".  Besides the exhibitors representing service providers and leading practitioners in the Delaware Valley commercial real estate industry, a big feature was the Corporate Real Estate Executive Panels.The panel members were primary members of established organizations involved in the commercial real estate industry either as brokers, clients or service providers.  Three main topic areas were covered and some key points from the discussion are summarized below... 
The Investment Outlook for the Delaware Valley … (0 comments)

pa: Sudoku National Championship 2007 - 07/31/07 05:34 PM
The first ever Philadelphia Inquirer National Sudoku Championship hosted by Will Shortz takes place October 19- 21 at The PA Convention Center! It's a wonderful family event and fun for puzzle lovers of all ages! Plus over $18,000 in prize money! For details, registration, and to listen to a Will Shortz podcast visit http://lyris.philly.com/t/16970/1231569/90/0/ today!   (Source: Philadelphia Inquirer)
For more information about Sudoku resources online, see my previous article, BreakTime: Sudoku Online For real estate resources, help and support services in acquiring or selling properties in New Jersey, Visit my web site: LawrenceYerkes.com    and visit Besthomes-NJ.com to shop for the latest New Jersey Real Estate property … (0 comments)

pa: Studies Confirm: Prolonged High Exposure to Radon = Lung Cancer - 05/18/07 01:48 AM
The EPA recently posted on it's web site updated information discussing the results of two studies showing definitive evidence of an association between residential radon exposure and lung cancer. A North American study and a European study, both combined data from several previous residential studies. These two studies go a step beyond earlier findings.  Radon is a natural radioactive gas that you can't see, smell or taste. Its presence in your home can pose a danger to your family's health. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in America and … (1 comments)

pa: A Few Ideas To Consider This Year to Enhance Your Financial Life In 2007 - 01/20/07 03:39 PM
Here's a few ideas to consider this year to enhance your financial life in 2007 is provided by a local CPA and financial advisor, Frank Coppola:(1) Review your financial goals or objectives; amend those if your situation has changed. If you don't have a plan; start one NOW.(2) Review your current investments; and determine if they still meet your objectives and risk tolerence. How is the performance? Are you getting the service from your broker that you need? Rebalancing and/or change of broker may be warranted.(3) Maximine your retirement savings through your employer provided plans and other opportunities such as IRA's. … (0 comments)

pa: Human Rights and Discrimination: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities - 01/09/07 02:13 PM
Human rights (human relations) is an issue that we take very seriously in the real estate industry.  The federal government and all states have laws and regulations protecting it.  Human rights understanding and awareness is part of all state licensing and advanced licensing training, and included as part of state licensing examinations.  While there are federal regulations that all licensed agents are required to uphold, states usually have additional, more stringent human rights regulations. Federal and state governments have established Human Relations Commissions to administer those regulations,  monitor their compliance and to take action against abuses.  Fair Housing regulations by HUD (U.S. Dept. of … (0 comments)

pa: Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) - 12/16/06 03:55 PM
Underground storage tanks (UST) are an issue effecting all states in the Delaware Valley. They can be found in commercial as well as residential property. Though they share a lot of commonalities in their regulations and remediation, there are differences. Here are links detailing the policies and procedures regarding underground storage tank installation, testing, removal and remediation when necessary.  NEW JERSEYhttp://www.state.nj.us/dep/srp/bust/The definition of an UST, as set forth in N.J.A.C. 7:14B-1.6: is any one or combination of tanks, as set forth in N.J.A.C. 7:14B-1.4, including appurtenant pipes, lines, fixtures, and other related equipment, used to contain an accumulation of hazardous substances, the volume … (1 comments)

pa: Delaware Valley: Chambers of Commerce - 12/10/06 05:25 AM
The Delaware Valley is a vibrant area for business and financial activity.  You find national, international and important regional headquarters for many of your Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies as well as a strong and varied small business segment.One of the first steps any new business startup, or existing business wanting to expand or considering coming into a new area, should do is seek out the corresponding local and regional Chambers of Commerce organizations.  It is a great way to network, which is what establishing and growing a business is all about, and they provide a wealth of information and … (0 comments)

pa: Military Resources Available Online - 12/06/06 02:48 PM
Here are resources available online to military personal and their families. Military Resources - Links of interest to military personnel in all branches and more!   Military SpecificRelocationPersonnel/RecordsNeighborhoods / CommunitiesSchoolsHealthcareRecreationGovernment DataGeneral Interest / GlobalAdditional Military Related Blog Articles: Military Please feel free to add to the list.  If you are expecting a transfer to or from a military installation in the Southern New Jersey area, including military personnel, governmental and civilian employees connected with military installations in the South Jersey area, please consider our services if you will need to sell your home and/or to buy a home.   Click here to Contact Us And please visit: South Jersey … (4 comments)

pa: TriState's Commercial Real Estate Show A Success - 10/26/06 05:42 PM
The TriState REALTORS® Commercial Alliance, of which I am a member, held their annual Annual Commercial Real Estate Show (ACRES) at the Valley Forge Convention Center in King of Prussia, PA on Thursday, 10/26/2006.  It consisted of exhibits, several informative panel discussions made up of major area real estate practitioners, service providers and major users of of real estate services; ending with a luncheon and keynote speaker. The panel discussions were informative and well run, with moderators feeding relevant questions to the panels.  Following are some of the panel topics and a few of the comments: Retailers' Site Requirements and Expansion Plans       Land … (0 comments)

pa: Delaware Valley - Identity Theft Protection - 10/18/06 04:26 PM
Delaware Valley state governments are actively developing and implement laws to protect the local individual against identity threats.  Just as with the federal government, the state governments are focusing on making it harder to illegally obtain identity information by requiring users and holders of identity information to maintain proper protection procedures.  Delaware Valley states passed tougher laws which went into effect during 2006.   It is important that you become aware and more importantly, become compliant with the new information security requirements.NJAccording to New Jersey's Office of Attorney General, the "Identity Theft Prevention Act," which took effect on January 1, 2006, is the most comprehensive and … (0 comments)

pa: Delaware Valley - Transportation - 10/07/06 04:55 PM
One of the big advantages about living in Delaware Valley and South Jersey area is that you are right in the middle of everything with interesting and fun places to visit and sightsee, events, shopping and dining.  It's all here or within driving distance.   Below are some transportation resources.
NJ Dept. of Transportation - NJ Dept of Transportation (NJ DOT): Links to everything related to NJ transportation, including state and county maps, license information, turnpike and tolls, bus lines and schedules, alternate fuel credits, cycling, vanpools; plus roadway diagrams, traffic counts and much more. (New Jersey Turnpike Authority Maps)
E-ZPass - NJ Tolls - … (0 comments)

 

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