keller williams: You want to buy your first home, now what? Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 10/03/11 12:33 AM
Among the many different kinds of clients with whom I work, sellers, investors, down-sizing empty nesters, first-time buyers are among my favorite. In fact, some 30% of the homes being purchased today are by first-ime buyers. From a financial perspective, few things are more thrilling - it still is the American dream and with mortgage rates low and inventory high, it makes so much more sense than renting.  
I recently read that between 60% and 70% of American homes are occupied by their owners,. In other words, not investor-owned.
There is an incredible amount of information on buying homes on line … (2 comments)

keller williams: KW is now the second-largest real estate franchise in the United States - Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, Real Estate, PA & DE - 03/10/11 12:39 AM
If you are a Keller Williams Realtor like I am you have to be very proud! KW  is now the second-largest real estate franchise in the United States based on the total number of sales professionals, surpassing Century 21, according to research conducted by REAL Trends, a leading source of analysis and information in the residential real estate industry.
KW to0k  the number two spot with 77,672 U.S.-based associates at the end of 2010, just two years after claiming the number three spot from RE/MAX® International. Gary Keller, at the recent Family REunion in Anaheim, CA, announced we will surpass 84,000 … (2 comments)

keller williams: What motivates us? Daniel Pink powerfully explores w/ surprising answers - Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams Real Estate, PA & DE - 01/26/11 12:26 AM
One of the headliners at the upcoming KW Family Reunion is Daniel Pink talking about what motivates us. Check out this youtube click for a lively animated presentation and you will be amazed at the answers.  CLICK HERE

Author of the best-selling book Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, Pink blows the lid off traditional monetary rewards for work done kind of thinking, pointing out that when profit is the motive, we can end up wti crappy products nad lame services. Rather, it's when purpose is attached to outcome , and we have a sense of autonomy … (3 comments)

keller williams: Stefan Swanepoel headliner at KW Family Reunion - Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 01/14/11 12:49 AM
With snow on the ground outside Philadelphia, the trip out to Anaheim, CA next month for the annual KW convention called FAMILY REUNION  is looking really good. Add to that headliner Stefan Swanepoel and I can't wait.
 Swanepoel is a visionary when it comes to real estate business trends and always delivers the most up to date information He will be talking from  his latest book Surviving Your Serengeti - 7 Skills to Conquering and Business Challenge.
There always so much to learn and enjoy. Look forward to seeing everyone out there.  jroosevelt@kw.com
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keller williams: Feds to quantitatively ease monies into the economy ? QE2? Wasn't that a cruise ship ! Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, DE & PA - 10/18/10 09:19 AM
This just in from the Keller Williams Brandywine Valley inhouse lender, Keystone Financial Mortgage:
The Federal Reserve may  put money into the economy by purchasing treasuries and mortgage-backed securities. On the surface the reasoning would be to try to keep rates low. In reality, it looks like there could be more to the story. It is called quantitative easing (dubbed QE2)
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke's recent message was  clear - another round of Quantitative Easing (QE2) is coming our way! Remember that QE is the concept of the Fed becoming a buyer of Treasuries and Bonds, in a bid to keep interest rates … (0 comments)

keller williams: Foreclosures rise in Montgomery County, PA - Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 10/17/10 09:36 AM
The shifting market has been slow ti impact Philadelphia and the sourrounding counties, but shift continues. In Montgomery County foreclosures continued to rise, reports the Suburban West Realtors Assoicaiton this week.
The total of mortgage foreclosures in 2009 was 2,498. In 2006, there were only 1,344 foreclosures. Currently, 1,893 foreclosures have been filed with the Prothonotary’s Office and the county is projected to reach 2,632 foreclosures by the end of the year.
Filing fees related to the foreclosures is expected to generate $660,632 in revenue. With the rise in home foreclosures, fraud has also been increasing. Homeowners in default are warned … (4 comments)

keller williams: Short Sales - Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams PA & DE - 10/14/10 04:29 AM
Finding the best training  resources in an ever-changing real estate industry is key to thriving professionally and personally. That's why I ‘m glad I joined Keller Williams and the MATT FETICK REAL ESTATE Team. 
Yesterday's day-log seminar on short sales with Fred Weaver and Kevin Kauffman from Phoneix, AR is a case in point! Not only is it some of the BEST information you will find anywhere-because these guys simpy ARE the best and their record speaks for itself, but they are  entertaining!  The time just flew by. Their   business name, if you want to check them out is Group 46:10
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keller williams: Community Spotlight: Oxford, Pennsylvania - Janice Roosevelt, Matt Fetick Real Estate Team, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 09/25/10 07:25 AM
Midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore in scenic Southern Chester County is Oxford, Pennsylvania, where tractors and buggys on country roads are reminders of the agricutural roots of this area. Cmmuters co-exist peacefully as they have discovered the convenience of small town life working in Abderdeen, Havre de Grace, Baltimore suburbs and city, as well as north to Kennett Square, Chadds Ford, West Chester and Phialdelphia, PA
Some of the best home values today can be found in this area. Call Janice to set up your tour today 610-764-3062 jroosevelt@kw.com

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keller williams: Hire Janice Roosevelt to list your home...why use a listing an agent jroosevelt@kw.com - 04/23/10 10:58 PM
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 What exactly does a listing agent do? For starters, make o more money than if you try and sell your home yourself, and secondly, minimize the sress in herent in the process. 
Here's quick rundown of the steps that can be involved:
 Prepare for Sale - we pay for professional staging services.
Conduct comparative market analysis to establish a fair market value of your home - include the current competition and schedule tours of those properties - we look at the property the way an appraiser does - somethign critical in today's market.
Prepare and complete the listing agreement
 Market your Home … (1 comments)

keller williams: Don't look where you don't want to go - look where you want to go - jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 01/08/10 01:52 AM
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I can't remind myself enough. Thoughts are powerful - especially  when driving out of control on icy roads as my yoga teacher John Gillespie recounted this morning.
 John (who is absolutely, hands down, THE greatest guy and yoga guru) starts his day early, around 4:30 a.m. driving in to his Wilmington Studio, Empowered Yoga,  for a private client.

We had about an inch of snow in the Philadelphia area last night so the roads were icy for the morning commute. He found himself in an uncontrollable slide heading into  a brick wall.

 
Suddenly a piece of advice flashed through … (1 comments)

keller williams: What's the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale? jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 01/08/10 01:30 AM
 
 

A foreclosure occurs when the homeowner defaults on any of the mortgages on his or her property. When that happens, the lender files a law suit in the court of common pleas - if the homeowner is found to be in default of their mortgage, the court will order an auction for the sale of the property, fromw which the lender will take the proceeds from the sale to satisfy the loan. Real estate auctions for foreclosure in Chester County are handled by the Chester County Sheriff's office on the third Thursday of each month. At that time, … (5 comments)

keller williams: New RESPA rules and how it can affect your transaction....jroosevelt@kw.com Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 01/08/10 01:21 AM
The following is adapted from National Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Division Answers provided by national RESPA expert, Phillip L. Schulman, Esq., partner in the law firm of K&L Gates, Washington, D.C.
   
How does the RESPA rule distinguishes between "lender," mortgage broker," and "loan originator"?
 When the RESPA rule refers to "loan originator," this is defined to include either a lender or a mortgage broker. Certain obligations apply only to the lender or only to the mortgage broker, HUD uses the terms "lender" or "mortgage broker."
 
If a mortgage broker is involved, who is responsible for a tolerance … (0 comments)

keller williams: just for fun- see how good your powers of observation are jroosevelt@kw.com Janice Roosevelt, KEller Williams - PA & DE - 01/07/10 10:35 PM
This reminds me of "Where's Waldo." Maybe someone out there knows the name of what this kind of "looking" is called (careful?) There are 10 different faces in this tree, can you find them?
Have a terrific weekend everyone!
 
Remember, I love referrals and promise to take great care of your friends, family or colleagues looking to buy or sell a home.

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keller williams: Keller Williams Realty is now No. 1 among real estate franchises ...jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 01/03/10 10:13 AM
It is a blessing to be with a company ranked for strength and stability. Entrepreneur magazine rated Keller Williams Realty among the franchises in the world last week. KW is now   the No. 1 real estate franchise on the 31st Annual Franchise 500 list 
The Swanepoel TRENDS Report also ranked Kelelr Williams as the Most Recognizable Brand of Real Estate Franchises for 2009 .The Swanepoel TRENDS Report is published by Stefan Swanepoel, a real estate industry speaker and insider. The survey was crafted to determine the Most Recognizable Brand for Real Estate Franchises for his report out in February 2010.
"The Swanepoel TRENDS … (5 comments)

keller williams: Most recognizable real estate franchise brand? jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams - PA & DE - 12/15/09 11:51 PM
In the 2010 Swanepoel TRENDS Report, scheduled for publication on February 8th, 2010 - reserve a copy now at www.RETrends.com) - a whole trend is dedicated to analyzing real estate franchising.
Franchising entered the residential real estate industry 40 years ago and shaped the industry like few other concept. Its impact ranks with the MLS and Internet as the top three game changing strategies in real estate since WW II.

Today  a groundswell  questions  the value proposition of real estate franchising. Older models offer little more than a brand; a brand of questioned value in today's online world.  
A franchise company's long term success (or … (0 comments)

keller williams: Sunday Open House at 117 Millbrook Drive Chadds Ford PA jroosevelt@kw.com Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams - PA & DE - 12/03/09 10:13 PM
Agents send your buyers! Buyers remember you get up to  $6500 from the Government when you buy - (must be under contract by April 30 and settle by June 30, 2010)
Open House Sunday, Decemer 6  1-3 p.m  117 Millbrook Drive  Chadds Ford, PA   Kennett Schools
Expansive views, new kitchen, 2 family rooms, hardwood floors, cul de sac location in quiet community convenient ot northern DE and SE Pennsylvania.

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keller williams: 11 Reasons To List Your Home This Holiday Season .... jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams - PA & DE - 12/02/09 10:08 AM
If you or someone you know is looking to list their home - - Call me at  610-764-3062 or email jroosevelt@kw.com .
Here's a list of 11 reasons why NOW is the time to sell your home.  In addition, to reach those" first time" or "move up buyers" who want the $6500-$8000 tax credit before the 2010 deadline it can be even more advantageous to call us for a client consulation.
 
 
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keller williams: Looking for the unusual in the real estate market...jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE - 11/23/09 12:37 AM
What makes some realtors more effective than others? Professionalism? Closed transactions? Persistance? Ability to embrace and use new technology? Good Communication skills? (All of the above, and a little bit more) jroosevelt@kw.com  610-764-3062

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keller williams: Summer Nights Under The Stars at Chadds Ford Winery - Janice Roosevelt, Matt Fetick Real Estate Team - Keller Williams - PA & DE jroosevelt@kw.com - 06/06/09 11:37 PM
Summer Nights Under The StarsOutdoor Concert SeriesSummer Friday Nights Between May 29th and September 11th 6:30-9:30 p.m.
This series of summer concerts in June, July and August is known far and wide as a wonderful way to spend a relaxing summer evening with friends in a beautiful country setting....and to enjoy a little lively dancin' under the stars! Concerts range from Rock'n Roll and Classic Soul to Zydeco and Jazz..with a special night of Opera. Bring a picnic, pick up a chilled bottle of wine, sit back and enjoy! Admission: $22/person, Reservations recommended (610-388-6221) as many concerts sell out. View … (4 comments)

keller williams: Moving to an era of extra -Gary Keller's 2009 vision speech - Janice Roosevelt, Ecbobroker, ABR, ePro- Matt Fetick Real Estate Team, Keller Williams - PA & DE - 02/22/09 07:16 AM
Garry Keller wowed the packed convention hall this morning in Orlando, Florida, with his 2009 vision speech, outlining the next 180 days as critical. "Down is the new up," he explained,  noting that when the market shifts people get confused and think the floor is ceiling when actually the ceiling is the new floor. His focus is to help real estate copanies and realtors understand that markets are built from the ground up and there is opportunity.
After a detailed explanation of the rise and fall of this cylce of real estate, Keller keyed on focusing on what matters and bringing … (8 comments)

 
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OICP ABR, ePRO,Ecobroker

West Chester, PA

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