real estate: 210 South Church Street Quarryville, PA - 03/30/18 11:46 AM
 
$227,900
 
 
Four Bedrooms, one full bath, one half bath, 8 total rooms,
with 1,792 sq. ft. finished area above grade. 
Built in 1900. 
Very good condition.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                          
 
                          
 
                          
 
                          
 
Contact me to schedule a showing today!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
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real estate: 515 Owl Hill Road Lititz, PA 17543 (Lancaster County) - 01/27/18 11:24 AM
    
$275,000.
  
Check out this video then contact me for a showing!
 
https://youtu.be/FPTVJb0lopY 
(open in new window)
 
 
Cozy Saltbox style home, large lot, beautiful view, Located near Lititz PA, "America's Coolest Small Town". The home sits high on a ridge with a panoramic view. Very Good condition as it's been well cared for. Unique high ceiling living room, partially open stairway, modern kitchen and a family room in finished basement, central vac, kinetico water softener / purifier, deck overlooking large back yard. Excellent home for first time home buyer!
 
Detatched, story and a half 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, total of 2146 sq ft living area includes … (9 comments)

real estate: Top Complaints of Lancaster, PA Fsbo's - 01/01/18 10:42 AM
 
 
Check out the attached article and you'll see why there are
many fewer homeowners attempting to sell their property
themselves. Then if you're thinking of selling, call me!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh  Top 5 Reasons You Shouldn’t be a FSBO In today’s market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why this might not be a good idea for the vast majority of … (5 comments)

real estate: Has My Lancaster Co, PA Home Increased in Value ? - 12/07/17 02:18 PM
 
 
This is good news if you're planning on selling.
 
If you're planning on buying you will begin to acquire
equity
immediately.
 
Call me!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh   Home Prices Up 7% from Last Year According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, national home prices have appreciated by 7.0% from October 2016 to October 2017. This marks the second month in a row with a 7.0% year-over-year increase.
A lack of supply of homes for sale has led to upward pressure on home prices across the country, especially in areas where both existing and new … (1 comments)

real estate: What's Driving Up House Prices in Lancaster Co.,PA ? - 12/06/17 12:11 PM
   
 
 
Sometimes the explanation isn't
as complicated
as we may think.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh   The Real Reason Home Prices are Increasing There are many unsubstantiated theories as to why home values are continuing to increase. From those who are worried that lending standards are again becoming too lenient (data shows this is untrue), to those who are concerned that prices are again approaching boom peaks because of “irrational exuberance” (this is also untrue as prices are not at peak levels when they are adjusted for inflation), there seems to be no shortage of … (1 comments)

real estate: Attention Investors: Positive Cash Flow in York, PA - 10/26/17 11:39 AM
 
1861 Carlisle Road York, PA 17408
 
Two homes side by side.
Both for sale for one price.
 
$135,000 ! 
 
 
 
 
Contact me to set up a showing!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com … (8 comments)

real estate: Should Lancaster,PA Home Buyers Wait til Next Year ? - 10/04/17 05:00 AM
 
 
Sometimes it's not good to hesitate!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
Should I Buy a Home Now? Or Wait Until Next Year? Some Highlights: The Cost of Waiting to Buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time. Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 4.4% by next year. CoreLogic predicts home prices to appreciate by 5.0% over the next 12 months. If you are ready and willing to buy your dream home, find out … (2 comments)

real estate: Stuck on the Market ? Lancaster Co., PA - 07/03/17 08:47 AM
 
 
 
Baring a physical problem or one of location, this sign
shouldn't be up for long in this market! If it is, look at the price. See the article below.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com  
activerain.com/dfh If Your Home Hasn’t Sold Yet… Definitely Check the Price! The residential housing market has been hot. Home sales have bounced back solidly and are now at their fourth highest pace over the past year. Demand has remained strong ­throughout spring as many real estate professionals are reporting bidding wars with many homes selling above listing price. What about your house?
(2 comments)

real estate: Important Real Estate terms used when Buying , Lancaster, PA - 05/03/17 09:12 AM
 
 
 
Every profession and trade has its own
exclusive terminology. Attached is a primer
for those planning on buying a house.
 
When you decide to buy or sell, call me!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
Buying a Home? Do You Know the Lingo? Buying a home can be intimidating if you are not familiar with the terms used during the process. To start you on your path with confidence, we have compiled a list of some of the most common terms used when buying a home.
Freddie Mac has compiled a more exhaustive glossary of terms … (2 comments)

real estate: 3 Things Making it a Sellers Market in Lancaster Co., PA - 04/25/17 12:00 PM
 
 
When inventory is low it's definitely a Seller's Market!
 
Call me!
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh 3 Charts That Shout, ‘List Your Home Today!’ In school, we all learned the theory of supply and demand. When the demand for an item is greater than the supply of that item, the price will surely rise.
SUPPLY The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently reported that the inventory of homes for sale stands at a 3.8-month supply. This is considerably lower than the 6-month supply necessary for a normal market.

 
DEMAND Every month NAR reports on the number of … (2 comments)

real estate: Lancaster Co., PA Buyers hire their Own Agent ! - 04/13/17 11:41 AM

 
 
Buyer or Seller, you need a professional to
help you make either the best offer or get the
best price! 
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh  
The Importance of Using a Professional to Sell Your Home When a homeowner decides to sell their house, they obviously want the best possible price for it with the least amount of hassles along the way. However, for the vast majority of sellers, the most important result is actually getting their homes sold.
In order to accomplish all three goals, a seller should realize the importance of using … (2 comments)

real estate: Looking for More Sq. Ft. , Think Big in Lancaster Co., PA ! - 03/30/17 12:22 PM
 
 
It's still a Buyer's Market in the "Luxury" Home Market.
 
Call me!
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh Looking to Move-Up to a Luxury Home? Now’s the Time! If your house no longer fits your needs and you are planning on buying a luxury home, now is a great time to do so! We recently shared data from Trulia’s Market Mismatch Study which showed that in today’s premium home market, buyers are in control.
The inventory of homes for sale in the luxury market far exceeds those searching to purchase these properties in many areas … (2 comments)

real estate: Are Lower Priced Homes Appreciating in Lancaster, PA ? - 03/20/17 07:17 AM
  
 
 Check out the article I've attached. This is great news for
those that have purchased a home within the last few years.
For those considering a move, now is the time. 
 
Call me!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh Which Homes Have Appreciated the Most? Home values have risen dramatically over the last twelve months. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors puts the annual increase in the median existing-home price at 7.1%. CoreLogic, in their most recent Home Price Insights Report, reveals that national home prices have increased by … (4 comments)

real estate: Great investment Property in York, PA ! Two for the price of one ! - 03/15/17 11:59 AM
 
1861 Carlisle Road York, PA 17408
 
 
$189,900.
 
This is two homes on one lot a Ranch and a Cape Cod. The Ranch has 1127 sq. ft. living. space, 1 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. The Cape Cod has 1040 sq. ft. living space with 3 bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths. $189,900 for both properties.
 
Ranch
 
Ranch
Ranch 
 
 
Cape Cod
Cape Cod
 
Call me today to tour these properties. Rent out both or live in one and rent the other. 
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
 
 
(7 comments)

real estate: Keys to Selling Your Lancaster Co. , PA Property ! - 02/24/17 10:47 AM
  
 
Read the attached article and call me.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh Access: A Key Component in Getting Your House SOLD! So, you’ve decided to sell your house. You’ve hired a real estate professional to help you with the entire process, and they have asked you what level of access you want to provide to potential buyers.
There are four elements to a quality listing. At the top of the list is Access, followed by Condition, Financing, and Price. There are many levels of access that you can provide to your agent so … (3 comments)

real estate: 5 Key Services from your Lancaster Co., PA Agent - 02/10/17 09:51 AM
 
 
 
A key question to ask yourself: If selling your
home was so easy, why does the State require
Real Estate agents to go to school and pass
two State Board Exams before licensing?
 
If you're thinking of selling or buying a home
read the article that I've attached and then
call me. 
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh 5 Reasons to Love Using A RE Pro [INFOGRAPHIC] Highlights: Hiring a real estate professional to guide you through the process of buying a home or selling your house can be one of the best decisions you make! They … (2 comments)

real estate: Will I Find My Perfect Home in Lancaster Co.,PA ? - 02/06/17 07:22 AM
 
 
Before beginning your search for the "perfect
house" it's best to sit down and think about it.
then have a serious conversation with your
Realtor.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com  
activerain.com/dfh Daydreaming About Your Perfect Home? Know What You WANT vs. What You NEED
In this day and age of being able to shop for anything anywhere, it is really important to know what you’re looking for when you start your home search.
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home of your own for some time now, you’ve probably come up with a … (3 comments)

real estate: Preparing your Offer to Win in Lancaster Co., PA ! - 02/02/17 01:01 PM
 
 
These are the things you need to know and be
prepared for when making an offer on a
home.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com 
activerain.com/dfh Thinking of Making an Offer? 4 Tips for Success So you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you finally found one! The price is right, and in such a competitive market that you want to make sure you make a good offer so that you can guarantee your dream of making this house yours comes true!
Freddie Mac covered “4 Tips for Making an Offer” in their … (3 comments)

real estate: Longterm Interest Rates remain Low in Lancaster Co., PA - 01/25/17 12:26 PM
 
 
Even with the rise in rates by the Fed, today's
rates remain some of the best in recent
history! Read the article below. It may come
time to think about buying. Call me!
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com

How Low Interest Rates Increase Your Purchasing Power According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 4.09%, which is still very low in comparison to recent history!
The interest rate you secure when buying a home not only greatly impacts your monthly housing costs, but also impacts your … (3 comments)

real estate: Will I have Closing Costs in Lancaster Co., PA ? - 01/24/17 10:32 AM
 
Yes, the secret is to be prepared for them!
 
Read the attached article then call me.
 
Don Hess
KW Elite
Keller Williams Realty
1280 Plaza Blvd.
Lancaster, PA 17601
717-553-2500 Office
717-715-6288 Mobile
717-786-7967 Direct
donhess39@gmail.com  
 
 
Have You Saved Enough for Closing Costs? There are many potential homebuyers, and even sellers, who believe that they need at least a 20% down payment in order to buy a home or move on to their next home. Time after time, we have dispelled this myth by showing that many loan programs allow you to put down as little as 3% (or 0% with a VA loan).
If you have saved up your … (2 comments)

 
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