oakland: Real Estate in OAKLAND, NJ is MOVING!!! - 06/08/09 05:44 AM
WOW...the homes are moving in Oakland, New Jersey. Sited by Business Week as one of THE TOP FIFTY places in the US to raise children. Over 55 homes have gone under contract of have SOLD in the last 3 months... This is great news.
You can see that there is GREAT Value in OAKLAND as well --- the average price of the homes u/c or SOLD is $ 457,387. This is fabulous for first time home buyers...low interest rates plus an $ 8,000 home buying credit for those first time home buyers is spurring lots of interest and opportunity.
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oakland: MAHWAH Real Estate is MOVING! - 06/08/09 05:09 AM
Things are moving .... in Mahwah, New Jersey. I have researched several towns in the Bergen County area this morning on the NJMLS. In the period ending today over 40 homes have gone under contract or have sold in the last 3 months. The average price of a home under contract or SOLD during this period is  $785,338.
Now is the time to sell because the spring/summer market is here and interest rates are at an all time LOW. Buyers have their choices and sellers are negotiating. Perhaps in contrast to other areas of the country...Mahwah and Bergen County is MOVING!
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oakland: Ramapo River Reserve --- STUNNING LOCATION on the River's Edge - 05/15/09 02:40 AM
Ramapo RIVER Views!
See one of the best locations in the Ramapo River Reserve ...
Beautiful townhome with soaring 12 foot ceilings set just above the water's edge. You can literally walk out from the finished lower level patio to miles of footpaths, hiking, kayaking and more. And, inside --- luxury appointment are featured throughout the home.

The complex features a pool, gym and clubhouse, too. All within 30 miles of NYC and major highways --- yet peaceful and quiet. Come take a look for yourself this weekend.
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oakland: Good NEWS --- NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY --- From Headlines this week - 03/25/09 02:05 AM
Let's take a look at some of the headlines this week. We will hear a lot of the woulda, coulda, shoulda's next year when people wonder why they did not lock into that rate or buy that GREAT home in 2009.
I have recently witnessed multiple offer situations in the Bergen County area --- Oakland, for example --- on homes priced below $450,000. In Mahwah, several million dollar plus homes have gone into attorney review in the past 7 days. ( now we know a lot can happen between now and the closing date but that is a lot of activity … (0 comments)

oakland: OPEN HOUSE / 16 Stone Fence Road, Oakland, New Jersey - 03/19/09 03:15 AM
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oakland: WOW --- Visit this terrific home in Oakland, NJ --- Tuesday, Feb 24 - 02/17/09 07:55 AM
 
 
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Get ready for spring. This outstanding home is just waiting for it's new owner.
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oakland: Ramapo River Views in Oakland, New Jersey --- Absolutely Awesome! - 02/05/09 11:49 PM
**Absolutely AWESOME **This newly listed townhome offers the BEST of all worlds. It lives like a large luxury home with privacy and views of the Rampo River --- seen from walls of glass. AND, it offers the convenience of a townhome. The home is truly a find. A two story entrance, wonderful and meticulously cared for --- every amenity is offered in this home from a granite kitchen, large eat in loft area that overlooks the living room with more walls of glass. This is not just a home --- it is a lifestyle. Picture yourself sitting on your deck watching … (0 comments)

oakland: THE SPRING MARKET is Almost Here! Renewed interest since January... - 01/13/09 11:06 PM
In TODAY's news --- I have seen this myself in recent activity in the market. Since January, my listings have seen increased showings and activity. I have had more inquiries and my buyers --- who were dormant throughout the holidays --- have wanted to go out and see homes again. A couple of them have wanted to set days ( 2 times a week ) to agressively ramp up their home search. 
Once we get throught the refinancing surge --- the spring real estate market will kick in!
Is there anyone else seeing this uptick in interest recently?
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 Mortgage Applications Rise as … (0 comments)

oakland: Refinancing Surge May Lead the Way to NEW MORTGAGES - 12/04/08 03:38 AM
In case you have not heard --- according to the Mortgage Banker's Association:
Applications to refinance home-mortgages jumped by a record amount, as borrowers flocked to take advantage of falling mortgage rates -- which were driven down by the government's announcement that it would step in to stabilize the mortgage market.
The number of applications tripled --- the largest increase since the poll data began back in the 90's.
Applications to purchase homes, which tend to be less sensitive to interest-rate movements, also increased, though by a smaller amount.
The surge in application volume comes as mortgage rates fell by more … (0 comments)

oakland: OPEN BY APPOINTMENT TODAY! Stone Fence Road, Oakland - 11/16/08 02:15 AM
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All home, radon and pest inspections are done...title work is complete and their is a ONE YEAR homeowner's WARRANTEE for the new owners.
CALL ME to see this beautiful HOME!
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Great location on a cul-de-sac.
 
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oakland: STONE FENCE Road, Oakland, New Jersey --- OPEN HOUSE --- Sept 7 - 09/06/08 01:55 AM
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Sunday, Sept 7th from 1 to 4 PM
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on a fabulously landscaped lot on a cul-de-sac.
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oakland: Real Estate Snapshot : Oakland, NJ - Summer '08 - 08/11/08 04:10 AM
Here is a quick snapshot of the real estate stats for Summer months in Oakland, NJ. There are approximately 104 homes on the market, 18 have come under contract and 28 have sold in the past three months. The average final list price is approximately 3.73% of the asking price which means that the prices are holding steady.
 
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oakland: FANTASTIC RAMAPO RIVER VIEWS - Decorator Perfect in Oakland, NJ - 08/06/08 02:01 PM
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oakland: Bergen County Area RESTAURANTS - Stop by and Say Hello - 08/05/08 04:46 AM
 For those of you new to the area OR if you are just trying to find something new to try... I have compiled a list of area restaurants. Now I know that this list is by no means a complete and unabridged list of area eateries. Each location is a family or office favorite ( not just some name on a list ) and I have to be honest, we frequent each and every one of them!
www.AppleRidgeCountryClub.com - Mahwah, NJ - More than a golf course offers great catering and events.

www.njdiningguide.com/cafelamore/  - Oakland, NJ - Italian fare low in fat
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oakland: Oakland Residential Home Sales Data - July '08 - 07/21/08 03:08 AM
 
Oakland is HOT this summer! I hope it continues.  Although the dog days of summer are upon us...it seems that real estate has picked up in the last 2-3 months --- as far as actual under contract and closed sales. PRICING seems to be a key factor in this town where opportunities abound.
Listed below is the data gleened from the NJMLS for the last two months. ( May 21 - July 21, 2008). The number of homes that have gone under contract or that have sold has gone up compared with two months prior. Of interest to note --- there is only … (0 comments)

oakland: DISTINCTIVE Landscape AWARD WINNER - Stone Fence Road, Oakland, NJ - 07/14/08 03:39 AM
Visit this * DISTINCTIVE Landscape AWARD Winner * Home in Oakland, NJ.
Realtor TOUR --- Tuesday, July 15, 10:30 am to 2:00 PM
OPEN HOUSE --- Sunday, July 20, 1 to 4:00 PM
This is a *** CERTIFIED HOME *** which features a physical, radon & pest inspection, title & flood certification and includes a ONE YEAR homeowner's Warantee for the New Home Owner.

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oakland: Kermit was WRONG! It is EASY to be green. - 07/04/08 02:09 AM
Kermit the frog was wrong! It is EASY to be green.

As a former marketing consultant for a few area energy companies,  we used to recommend these tips and more to our area customers. Share them with your listings, too. It helps save homeowners towards their energy bills and you will do your part to help conserve energy.
You can also contact your local energy utility --- most offer a home energy audit --- that will help you save money in your home. If you are getting ready to list your home for sale be sure to have a … (11 comments)

oakland: Real Estate Snapshot - The Numbers - Oakland, New Jersey - 06/08/08 09:52 AM
 
 Just doing my weekly stats and thought I would share the sales for the past 6 months in Oakland, New Jersey. As you can see 43 have SOLD and 14 are under contract in this great Bergen County town. I think Oakland is one of the last areas of opportunity here and there are plenty of nice, affordable homes located in a town with terrific schools, recreation department and it is close to all.
Check out the stats as gleened from the NJMLS.

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Thinking of buying or selling your home in BERGEN COUNTY, New Jersey?
Let me … (4 comments)

oakland: The Good News --- School Report Cards and Best of Lists - 05/06/08 01:07 AM
Recently, we have seen some concern about negative news in the media. I am an avid reader and I think the media can be a terrific resource for up to the minute research and information.  
Often, realtors are asked about the quality of the local schools. There are many reports available to share with buyers and I usually look to the local media for additional up-to-date information about area schools. It is a good idea to share a variety of sources about schools and towns so that the buyer can make a decision based on their criteria.
Bergen County has wonderful towns and … (2 comments)

oakland: Real Estate Snapshot / Oakland, NJ - Homes - 04/30/08 06:12 AM
A view inside my listing in Oakland, NJ. I have active listings in Oakland and the surrounding Bergen County area so I like to keep my sellers and buyers abreast of what the real picture looks like according to the njmls as far as sales go. I ran the numbers & included the last 6 months for the homes under contract or pending sale. From the chart below, you can see when homes are priced right.... they sell...some at the higher end of the price range...going into contract pretty quickly ( contrary to the media's point of view ).
Location and pricing are key … (0 comments)