I was out and about today, and saw some really beautiful sights all around Lancaster County. Springtime here truly is amazing...the green is popping out everywhere, and blossoms of all colors are dropping their rainbow-like petals on the streets and yards. Here is a photo of East Orange street ...

05/05/2007

A Green Building Conversation For Today's Changing Market

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EDIT/UPDATE TO OUR GREEN BUILDING CONVERSATION...FOR THOSE JUST TUNING IN! READ THIS SUMMARY FIRST...SUMMARY In this post we have discussed various financial impacts of "Green Building" - reduced insurance, up front costs, greater longevity, eco-friendly mortgages, affordability... We have di...

05/04/2007

East Petersburg Spotlight home

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I wanted to pass on to you a unique opportunity to own this wonderful historic estate. It's a 3,000 square foot (plus) home in East Petersburg, one of the largest I'm aware of within the borough. I've been through the home and it's going to be wonderful! The owner, Tom Roehm of Millersville, is a...

05/03/2007

Real Estate auctions in Lancaster County: A great idea or a bad one?

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One thing that is very popular around this area of PA is the public sale, or auction. There is an interesting debate that goes back and forth when industry pros get together - are they a good thing or not? Here are some pros and cons I have heard on the subject:Pros: Large down payment at time ...

05/03/2007

Lancaster County tax assessments - what does this number mean?

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A normal question that is asked when I am working with buyers and sellers is "why is my assessed value this, when the sale price is that?" I've found that most people aren't familiar with how their taxes are calculated. So here it is:Your real estate taxes are determined by two forces: the Lanc...

05/03/2007

Local School Information - everyone's asking

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I get asked often "so what's the good school district in the area?". Well, folks, that sort of question is one that we as industry pros are verboten to answer, because it's a danger area with the fair housing act - we don't want to appear to be leading you, the customer in any one direction. Bu...

05/02/2007

Spring activity is heating up

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Talking to agents I know I'm hearing that spring has finally sprung! One agent was scheduled to show 7 homes this past weekend and by Monday 5 of them had gone under agreement...if you are shopping right now be advised - don't wait for your nest convenient time if you really like the house. Be ...

05/01/2007