realtor: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Is Over but Support Is Still Required - 10/31/12 06:01 AM
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Is Over but Support Is Still Required
by
Leander McClain, Realtor
 
Last year a friend called me with some devastating news.   She was a relatively healthy 48 year old African American woman.  Over time she started feeling more tired than usual.  She ignored it for awhile, but when she began to lack the energy to get out of bed in the morning, she went to the doctor.  Many tests were performed and a diagnosis could not be made. Then she started experiencing bone and joint pain to go along with the weakness.  More tests were performed … (4 comments)

realtor: Integrity Real Estate, Northeast MD Welcomes Realtor Leander McClain - 08/17/12 04:54 AM

I Found A New Home at Integrity Real Estate
121 S. Main Street, North East, MD 21901
 
To all my clients, active rain friends, supporters and family........
I'm Baaaaaaaaack :)
Did you miss me? 
WELL I MISSED YOU!!!
There have been so many changes in my life and I can't wait to tell you all about them.  I have found my new home with a wonderful broker (Mr. John Ford).  This guy eats, sleeps and breathes real estate.  There is not too much about Cecil & Harford County, MD, New Castle, DE or Chester County, PA real estate that … (2 comments)

realtor: All Roads Lead to 500°. Philly's Newest Burger Joint by Leander McClain, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty - 03/24/10 02:14 AM
Who would have thought that the popular burgers served at Rittenhouse Square’s Rouge would become so popular that they would need their own place to call home?
Well It has happened.  500° is the new quick service burger joint which opened today 3/23/2010 at the corner of 15th and Samson.  500° is located at 1504 Samson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-568-5000.  The new burger joint features burgers for under $6 and combo meals for around $9.   500° features a weathered industrial-looking interior with slate-painted walls, bright lighting, two large tables with eight seats a piece, and a seven-stool dining counter. 
… (1 comments)

realtor: 2010 Quick Chek Festival of Ballooning, Readington NJ by Leander McClain, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty - 03/22/10 05:05 AM

It’s Spring!
Time to start planning for the summer.
One event that I suggest is the Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning. This event is North America’s largest summertime hot air balloon festival featuring up to 125 special-shape balloons, live music, children’s entertainment, food and drink, interactive exhibits. This annual event is held every year in Readington, NJ and attracts 175,000 people over three days
The Festival Dates
Friday, July 23: 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, July 24: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, July 25: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
 
The Location
Solberg Airport in Readington, … (1 comments)

realtor: Home Sales Reports, by Leander McClain, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty Cherry Hill NJ - 03/10/10 02:42 AM
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Recent Posts by Leander McClain, Realtor. Keller Williams Realty, Cherry Hill NJ
 
I figured it might be a little easier to combine the links to some of my recent articles.  Hopelfully this will make your search a little easier.  If you are interested in the prices of recent homes sold in a particular area, let me know.  Call me or send me an email.
Recent Home Sales Reports
Barclay Farms, Cherry Hill, NJ - 2009 Home Sales Report
Tanglewood - Marlton, NJ Recent Sales March 2010
Cherry Hill, NJ Home Sales January 2010
Cherry Hill, NJ Home … (0 comments)

realtor: The Top Reason Why You Should NOT Price Your Home above Your Neighbor’s (Even If Your Home is Nicer) by Leander McClain, Realtor - 01/27/10 04:24 AM
 
The Top Reason Why You Should NOT Price Your Home above Your Neighbor’s (Even If Your Home is Nicer)
 
The Top Reason:
Everyone Loves a SALE!!
The typical homebuyer is looking for 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms in a home.  This morning I checked the list of homes for sale in Cherry Hill, NJ.  There are one hundred seventy six  4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom homes for sale.  The lowest is priced at $158,000 and the most expensive is $949,500.  The median price for this type of home is $330,000. 
Let’s take a look a look at the typical $330,000 … (2 comments)

realtor: Why Are So Many Realtors Unhappy! by Leander McClain, Realtor - 01/25/10 02:35 AM

Why Are So Many Realtors Unhappy?
 
The picture to the left is my youngest daughter.  She is 15.8 years old and almost ready to get her driving permit.  Take a look at her face........
Pure Joy
This is the look of a person who is truly excited by her future.  This is the look of a person who likes what she does.  This is the look that I have on my face 90% of the time because I LOVE REAL ESTATE!
A part of my business plan includes training and conferences.  I like to learn about new and exciting … (7 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill NJ: December 2009 Home Sales Report by Leander McClain, Realtor - 01/05/10 12:01 AM
Cherry Hill, NJ
Dececember 2009 Home Sales
Bottom Line: HOMES ARE SELLING
Call Today & Let Me Help You with your home sale or purchase

Have a Great Day
Make This YOUR Best Year Ever
Leander McClain, Burlington /Camden County, NJ Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty, 1814 Route 70 E Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-685-1677 Direct
Search NJ & PA Home Listings @ www.NJSouthRealEstate.com
Leander McClain's Profile
Recent Posts
Top 3 Things Home Sellers Should Do Before Calling A Realtor
How To Buy A Home Part 1
Economic Stimulus $8,000 Tax Credit
Twitter Revolution
Always Have A … (2 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill, NJ Point Of Woods 2009 Annual Sales Report by Leander McClain, Realtor - 12/29/09 02:28 AM
 Point of Woods Homes Sales 2009
(It's All About MONEY!)
Well we have come to end of 2009.  It's time to look at the home sales for 2009.  The table below shows the homes sales began to pick up during the second half of the year.  The first home sold at the end of July.  However, since that time,  8 additional homes have sold. 
The average Point of Wood home sold for 96% of asking price (without any seller assistance) and took an average of 3.7 months to sell. 
What does this all mean?  Homes that are priced right are selling quickly. 
Does this mean that … (2 comments)

realtor: New Airline Security Procedures by Leander McClain, Realtor (Dec 2009) - 12/28/09 02:23 AM

New Airline Security Procedures
December 2009
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) implemented new security policies following the attempt to bomb a Delta flight on Christmas day. If you are traveling within the United States, you will probably not see many of the new measures in action.  Those traveling into the country from an international destination will see more of the new measures.
International travelers can expect to see additional security measures at international airports such as increased gate screening including pat-downs and bag searches. During flight, passengers will be asked to follow flight crew instructions, such as stowing personal items, … (6 comments)

realtor: It's Cookie Time Again ~ Snickerdoodle Recipe (Leander McClain, Realtor) - 12/04/09 12:50 AM



Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe
Well it's that time of year again. Holiday Time.  Whether you are celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or The Boston Tea Pary Anniversary, everyone loves a good cookie.  Here is a recipe for one of my favorites....The Snickerdoodle. 
EAT MORE COOKIES :)
Snickerdoodle Cookies
3 cups flour2 tsp. cream of tartar1 tsp. baking soda1⁄4 tsp. kosher salt1 3⁄4 cups sugar16 tbsp. unsalted butter,    at room temperature5 tsp. ground cinnamon1 1⁄2 tsp. vanilla extract2 eggs 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt; set aside. Using a handheld mixer on medium … (10 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill, NJ: Old Orchard Market Report December 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor - 12/03/09 04:55 AM
Cherry Hill, NJ
Old Orchard Market Report by Leander McClain, Realtor
 
I recently prepared this market report for a client that is considering selling their home in the Old Orchard section of Cherry Hill.  I thought it might be useful for others who are searching for homes in Old Orchard.  I had to trim it down so it would fit on the page.  If you are interested in a copy of the full report, shoot me an email (leander@kw.com) and I will send you a copy.  If you have any further questions, feel free to call me (856-685-1677 office).
 
… (0 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill, NJ Home Sales Nov 1-20, 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor - 11/23/09 01:05 AM
 Cherry Hill,NJ Home Sales
for Homes Sold November 1-20, 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor
 I decided to continue including the asking price along with the sold price in my home sales report.  You may ask why is this important?  I wll tell  you. 
Buyers, notice that the average home in Cherry Hill sold at approximately 94-95% of the asking price.  What that means to you is that a home that is priced correctly will not be selling at a bargain basement price of 50% off list price, but at a reasonable amount below the asking price.  This is the rule and … (1 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill, NJ Home Sales October 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor - 11/23/09 12:21 AM

Cherry Hill, NJ Home Sales
October 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor
Hello Everyone,
This month I included the asking price along with the sold price in my home sales report.  You may ask why is this important?  I wll tell  you. 
Buyers, notice that the average home in Cherry Hill sold at approximately 95% of the asking price.  What that means to you is that a home that is priced correctly will not be selling at a bargain basement price of 50% off list price, but at a reasonable amount below the asking price.  This is the rule and not … (2 comments)

realtor: Cherry Hill, New Jersey Homes Sales: September 2009 by Leander McClain, Realtor - 10/06/09 02:51 AM

Cherry Hill Home Sales Report
September 2009
by Leander McClain.
 
Whoever said that real estate was not selling, forgot to tell the buyers in Cherry Hill, NJ.  Over the past month, 71 homes have sold.  I've had people tell me that Cherry Hill is an expensive town.  However, 17 of the houses that sold were under $200,000.  The average price of the homes sold was $271.000.  I  think those prices are excellent. 
 A very important thing to notice is that the average property in Cherry Hill sold for 95% of the asking price.  This means that homes are begining to … (3 comments)

realtor: New Cherry Hill, Evesham, Mount Laurel Photoblogs by Leander McClain, Realtor - 09/30/09 06:04 AM
New Cherry Hill, Evesham, Mount Laurel Photoblog by Leander McClain, Realtor

One of my hobbies is photography.  It seems that I have a number of pictures and no place to display them.  Well my answer to that is three new photoblog sites.  Each site will show images taken by me as travel through town while working on my real estate business.
The site addresses are
 
Cherry Hill, NJ ~ www.cherryhill.posterous.com
Evesham Township, NJ ~ www.evesham.posterous.com
Mount Laurel, NJ ~ www.mountlaurel.posterous.com
Leander McClain's Sight & Sound www.leandermcclain.posterous.com
Enjoy,
Have a great day
Make This YOUR Best Year Ever
Leander McClain, Burlington … (0 comments)

realtor: Fall Mums: Voorhees, Cherry Hil, Evesham, NJ by Leander McClain, Realtor - 09/28/09 02:55 AM
Fall Mums: Voorhees, Cherry Hil, Evesham, NJ by Leander McClain, Realtor
This weekend, on my way back from the dentist, I ran across a farm in my neighborhood that was selling mums & pumpkins.  As I pulled in, the farmer was coming in from the field with a load of freshly dug mums & pumpkins.  The flowers were absolutely beautiful.  There were yellows, reds, rust, purples, whites and more.  Each flower was full of blooms.  I just knew that my wife would love these on the front steps of our home. 
After, the farmer parked his vehicle, we struck up a … (3 comments)

realtor: Business Recommendation ~ Bill Artz (Big League Floors) by Leander McClain, Realtor - 09/22/09 07:39 AM
Business Recommendation
Bill Artz, Big League Floors,
1103 Somerset Ave,
Voorhees, NJ 08043
856-354-2076
Recently, my wife and I ripped up the carpet in my home.  We discovered wonderful hardwood floors.  Unfortunately, the floors were not covered when the previous owner had the walls painted.  In addition, a wall had been removed and hardwood planks were missing. 
We called several people to take a look at the job.  We met people with various experience and prices.  The person that we ultimately chose was Bill Artz of Big League Floors.   We could not have chosen a better person to refinish our floors.  Bill … (4 comments)

realtor: Business Recommendation ~ Donald Brooks, Carpet Installer by Leander McClain, Realtor - 09/22/09 02:06 AM
Many of you know that I recently moved into a new home.  In the midst of moving and renovating the new home, I have come across some skilled trademan who are worth recommending.
The first person I am recommending is my carpet installer.  Mr. Donald J. Brooks, Jr is an excellent carpet installer.  We were able to purchase carpet at less than retail (through Mr. Brooks contacts).  Mr. Brooks removed the old carpet, installed new carpet and stretched carpet that was not being replaced.  He was detail oriented and knowledgeable.  The thing that I really like about Mr. Brooks is that he is … (4 comments)

realtor: Evesham & Marlton New Jersey Recent Sales (Aug 2009) by Leander McClain, Realtor - 09/01/09 05:15 AM
Recent Home Sales
Evesham/Marlton, NJ
August 2009 by
Leander McClain, Realtor
 
I am asked all the time...How's business.  My answer for the past 3 years has been GREAT!!.  There is a misconception that real estate has tanked and nothing is selling.  Or that both buyers and sellers are getting screwed.  The bottom line is that there are great bargains available for both buyers and sellers.  If you are interested in how I can help you make your dreams ome true, feel free to call my office and set up and appointment with me.  We will discuss your dreams and … (1 comments)