state college: Open House 7-13 at this Penn State Football Weekend Getaway - 07/09/14 02:00 AM
Open House this Sunday from 1230-2 at 153 Honors Lane, State College, PA 16801 

Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape Cod. This light and bright home has a first floor master, laundry room and a cozy fireplace in the living room. The gorgeous kitchen features granite countertops, hardwood floors and a great back splash! Upstairs are 2 large bedrooms, full bath and balcony. An outdoor patio and 2 car, attached garage can be found outdoors. This is the home for you, call us today! 
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state college: How I Give Back to the Community - 06/30/14 10:51 AM
I am a firm believer that as REALTORS we should be invested in the community.  That includes giving abck to the community wherever you can. Over the years I've gotten involved in a lot of different ways of giving back to the community.
A few years ago I was asked to serve on the State College Area School District's Community Advisory Committee for Facilities.  This committee helps the facilities director make recommendations to the local school board regarding the buildings and facilities of the school district. Most recently we helped the district work through the referendum process to do a a … (4 comments)

state college: Ever Wanted to Live in the Middle of a Golf Course? - 06/30/14 06:07 AM
This is home is literally in the middle of a golf course and is the only one like that.  A lot of times you'll see homes onthe fringe of the golf course, but not this one.  This home was built in the early 1800's and the golf course was later built around it.  Most people actually think the golf course owns this house but they don't.  Here is you opportunity to own 250 Elks Country Club Road in Boalsburg, PA 16827. 
 Beautiful brick 2 story home with charming guest house on 5 acres! Main house has
4 bedrooms and 2 full … (0 comments)

state college: Homes For Sale in Toftrees, State College, PA - 11/22/13 10:51 AM
Are you looking for a home for sale in the Toftrees neighborhood of State College, PA?  You're in luck because there are a wide variety of homes to choose from.
The Toftrees neighborhood was developed in the late 70's and early 80's and has many contemporary homes.  The neighborhood is bordered by the Toftrees Golf Course which is one of the best courses in State College, PA.  There are single family homes as well as townhomes to choose from.  If you're not ready to buy there are even quite a bit of rentals available as well.  
One of the best … (2 comments)

state college: What Do I Do at Closing? - 11/22/13 10:42 AM
If you're buying a home in State College, PA you may have never actually been to a closing.  In some areas closing is not an actual event but a series of events.  In State College, PA it IS an actual event where the buyers sit down with a settlement agent or attorney and complete and execute all documents related to the settlement of the transaction.  Those items include but not limited to:
A promissory note-A promise to pay the money borrowed to buy the home A mortgage-The document that secures the property to the note The HUD-1 Settlement Statement-Final accounting of … (1 comments)

state college: Does it Matter Who You Use For a Buyers Agent? - 11/22/13 10:35 AM
Generally I see a lot of buyers that end up just going with whatever agent happens to show them their first home.  Sometimes it's just the random person that happens to answer their email they sent about a property they saw on the internet.  A young, inexperienced agent once said to me, "It doesn't really matter who people use as a buyer's agent anyway."  Obviously I disagree with that statement and now that he's been in the business a few year he also disagrees with his own statement.  
Buyer's Agents aren't a commodity.  There are good ones and there are … (5 comments)

state college: Homes for Sale in Park Forest Village, State College, PA - 11/21/13 10:38 PM
Are you looking for a home for sale in Park Forest Village in State College, PA?  Currently there are 8 listings for sale in the Park Forest Village neighborhood.  Park Forest Village lies just north of Penn State University and west of North Atherton Street.  Most people tend to gravitate toward Park Forest Village due to its close proximity to the shopping in the North Atherton Corridor. 
Homes in the Park Forest Village neighborhood are generally priced between $150,000 and $350,000.  Last year there were 62 Sales in Park Forest Village and the average list price was $243,000 while the … (2 comments)

state college: October State College, PA Real Estate Market Report - 11/15/13 09:46 PM
By now the October numbers should be complete for the State College Real Estate.  As of today the current inventory of Active Listings in the State College School District is 315 Listings. The price range of these listings is fro $38,000 all the way up to a $4,500,000 farm with development potential. 
In the month of October, 63 listings closed.  The price range of these listings was from $106,500 up to $609,900.  Also in October 44 listings went Sale Pending. 51 Properties were listed during the month of October as well.
RE/MAX Centre Realty is a full service real estate firm … (2 comments)

state college: College Heights Homes for Sale in State College, PA - 11/12/13 10:28 PM
Are you looking for a College Heights Home for Sale in State College, PA? So are a lot of people!  This year homes in the College Heights neighborhood are in high demand. Currently there are only 4 homes on the market in College Heights ranging from $279,000 all the way up to $720,000.  Since the beignning of 2013 the average Days on Market for a home in College Heights is 53 days.  The average list price of a home in College Heights is $366,613 with an average sales price of $355,893 representing a 97% list to sales price ratio.  Since the … (1 comments)

state college: Condos For Sale in State College, PA - 11/12/13 10:14 PM
Looking for a condo for sale in State College, PA? You have a lot of choices!  Condos represent a large portion of the State College, PA real estate market. There are currently 51 active condo and townhouse listings in State College, PA.  For the most part, townhomes in State College, PA are actually condominiums. Last year there were 195 sales of townhomes and condos in the State College School District. Condos  and townhomes also make excellent rental properties in the State College area.
 
RE/MAX Centre Realty is a full service real estate firm in located in State College, PA. … (0 comments)

state college: Homes for Sale in State College, PA - 11/12/13 11:04 AM
Are you looking for homes for sale in State College, PA? State College, PA is the home of Penn State University and has a very active real estate market. Homes in State College, PA range from over $1 Million to under $150,000. The State College Area School District boasts one of the best school districts in the state too.  Click this link to see all homes for sale in State College, PA. 
RE/MAX Centre Realty is a full service real estate firm in located in State College, PA.  Currently RE/MAX Centre Realty has over 40 licensed sales agents with tons of experience. … (1 comments)

state college: What Should A Seller Look for in a Listing Agent - 11/10/13 06:49 AM
When it comes time to sell your home there are a lot of items that you should look for when selecting an agent to list your home.  More than likely this is the most expensive and valuable asset you own so great care must be taken when selecting a listing agent.  Here are couple tips:
Select a Full-Time agent.  Don't you want an agent that's sole job is to get your home sold?  Would you rather have someone that has a day job and isn't thinking of your house at all during regular business hours?  It's also much easier for professional, full-time … (4 comments)

state college: 1518 Woodledge Circle in Toftrees, State College PA - 11/06/13 05:19 AM
Have you been looking for an affordable townhome in Toftrees?  Well look no further! Enjoy the good life in this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in Toftrees! This two-story townhouse features a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace, a great kitchen that opens up to the living room for easy entertaining and a loft that overlooks the downstairs. Outside you can find a deck with built-in seating and a storage shed. Home also features a full, unfinished basement and a detached 1 car garage. Situated just minutes from the stadium and campus, this could be the home for … (4 comments)

state college: Homes in State College over $500,000 - 11/05/13 11:20 PM
Are you looking for a home in State College over $500,000?  Lately that has been a very hot price range in the State College Area.  In the past week over 10% of the showings requested through my office, RE/MAX Centre Realty, were for properties listed for over $500,000.  Currently there are 26 single family homes in State College listed for over $500,000 in the Centre County MLS. There are currently 7 homes over $500,000 pending sale in the Centre County MLS representing about a 4-6 month supply of homes. To view all the homes for sale over $500,000 in the Centre … (0 comments)

state college: Is There a Demand for "Tiny Homes?" - 11/03/13 06:04 AM
A client of mine is the Construction instructor at the local Vo-Tech school.  The other day he asked me to come in and speak with his class about the possibilty of building a Micro House and selling it on the open market.  I had never heard of such a thing before so I started doing some research on it.  The idea that they have is to build a 250 square foot home that would have a kitchen, full bath, living room and a loft bedroom.  It would be a fee simple ownership with public water and sewer.  Price would be quite … (3 comments)

state college: 4281 Pam Lane in Warrior's Mark, PA-Great Ranch home - 10/29/13 02:46 AM
Welcome to 4281 Pam Lane in Warriors Mark, PA! This home has just been listed and is ready for it's new owner.  This three bedroom, 2 bath home has new laminate flooring in the kitchen, living room, and master bedroom.  The living room also features a propane stove for supplemental heat and that great ambiance that an open flame provides.  The hall bath has been renovated and is also handicap accesible.  The home is heated by electric baseboard heat and has a supplemental ductless heating and air conditioning unit that is energy efficient as well as very quiet.  All appliances are … (4 comments)

state college: Benner Commerce Park in Bellefonte, PA - 10/21/13 05:48 AM
Welcome to Benner Commerce Park in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania! This park is now under new ownership and ready for new occupants.  Build to suit packages are available for qualified buyers and tenants.  Investors are now welcome as well!  The covenants have been amended to allow investors to build for potenital tenants.  This property is also approved for the Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone program.

All infrastructure is in place and all major utilities are available for new occupants.  The property is conveniently located just off the exit ramp of Interstate 99 and only a few miles from Interstate 80.  Located only 3 … (2 comments)

state college: Thinking of Buying a Condo in State College? - 09/26/13 06:33 AM
Have you ever thought of buying a condo in State College, PA?  There are a lot of different choices when it comes to State College condos.  We have listings anywhere from $100,000 in the Amitie development all the way up to $500,000 in some of the higher end areas.  There are also some new condos being built in downtown State College in the Fraser Centre which, when completed, will probably top out over $1,000,000.  You cna choose to be in the downtown area and live in the Towers or the Fraser Centre.  You could also choose the Summit and have amazing … (1 comments)

state college: How Do I Select a REALTOR? - 09/25/13 11:10 AM
This is a great question and one I don’t hear asked enough.  A lot of people seem to stumble on to a REALTOR whether it’s through and open house or an email inquiry into a property.  What most people should be doing is interviewing REALTORS before setting out on an undertaking like buying or selling a home. 
First things first, not all real estate agents are REALTORs.  REALTORS subscribe to a Code of Ethics that goes above and beyond that of state real estate laws.  Any REALTOR should be dealing on the up and up.
When you interview potential agents … (5 comments)

state college: How Does the Home Buying Process Work? - 09/25/13 10:55 AM
While it can be a long process, buying a home should be relatively painless.  It’s definitely not for the faint of heart and can be fraught with peril if not navigated correctly. 
The first step is to select a highly qualified REALTOR to assist you in the process.  Feel free to interview multiple REALTORS for the job, because that’s exactly what it is, a job.  You’re going to employ that agent to work for you and look out for your best interests along the way.  That agent should have years of experience in the area that you want to live. … (0 comments)

 
Marc McMaster, Putting my clients before myself (RE/MAX Centre Realty)

Marc McMaster

Putting my clients before myself

State College, PA

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