Jersey Shore Home Sales Decline In January

Existing-home sales declined in January with some buyers waiting to see how details of the economic stimulus package would affect them, according to the National Association of Realtors. At the same time, inventories fell to a two-year low.

In Monmouth County, 177 single family homes sold compared to 227 homes sold in January 2008, representing a 22 percent decline.

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Bel Mar for January 2009:

Sold:  2
Average Sales Price:  $940,250
Days On Market:  140
Median Sales Price: $1,550,000

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Bel Mar for January 2008:

Sold:  3
Average Sales Price:  $495,000
Days On Market:  40
Median Sales Price: $500,000

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Avon for January 2009:

Sold:  3
Average Sales Price:  $870,000
Days On Market:  166
Median Sales Price: $575,000

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Avon for January 2008:

Sold:  1
Average Sales Price:  $1,732,500
Days On Market:  116
Median Sales Price: $1,732,500

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Bradley Beach  for January 2009:

No sales.

Jersey Shore Homes Sales in Bradley Beach for January 2008:

No sales.

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5 Things To Do Before Selling Your Bradley Beach Home

Spring is coming! If you are thinking of selling your Bradley Beach home this spring, now is the time to start getting ready to sell. Below are 5 things to do before putting the ‘For Sale’ sign in the yard: 

1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin. 

2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting fixtures, and baseboards to make the house shine. 

3. Get replacement estimates. Do you have big-ticket items that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roof or carpeting? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace them, even if you don’t plan to do it yourself. The figures will help buyers determine if they can afford the home, and will be handy when negotiations begin.  

4. Find your warranties. Gather up the warranties, guarantees, and user manuals for the furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other items that will remain with the house. 

5. Spruce up the curb appeal. Pretend you’re a buyer and stand outside of your home. As you approach the front door, what is your impression of the property? Do the lawn and bushes look neatly manicured? Is the address clearly visible? Are pretty flowers or plants framing the entrance? Is the walkway free from cracks and impediments? 

Learn more about selling your Bradley Beach home at PatrickParkerHomes.com. 

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How Bradley Beach Homeowners Can Save Energy

I found a great website, Energy Savers, with energy saving tips for Bradley Beach homeowners. This site provides homeowners with tips for saving energy and money at home and on the road. 

By following just a few of the simple tips found on this Energy Savers Web site, you can make your home more comfortable and easier to heat and cool-while you save money. The site also helps you beat the high cost of fuel, with driving and car maintenance tips to save you money on the road.

Some easy low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy include: 

• Install a programmable thermostat to keep your house comfortably warm in the winter and comfortably cool in the summer.
• Use compact fluorescent light bulbs with the ENERGY STAR® label.
• Air dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher’s drying cycle.
• Turn off your computer and monitor when not in use.
• Plug home electronics, such as TVs and DVD players, into power strips; turn the power strips off when the equipment is not in use (TVs and DVDs in standby mode still use several watts of power).
• Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater to 120°F.
• Take short showers instead of baths.
• Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.
• Drive sensibly. Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) wastes gasoline.
• Look for the ENERGY STAR label on home appliances and products. ENERGY STAR products meet strict efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency. 

The information on this Web site is also available in PDF format (PDF 2.7 MB). 

If you are a Bradley Beach homeowner, I encourage you to check out Energy Savers. Following a few of their suggestions will not only put more money in your pocket, but make our planet healthier and greener. 

If you are thinking about buying a  Bradley Beach home, visit PatrickParkerHomes.com. It’s a great place to learn about Bradley Beach real estate and view Bradley Beach homes for sale.

Jersey Shore Home Buyers Think It’s Easy Going Green

Jersey Shore Home Buyers Think It’s Easy Going Green 

 

More and more Jersey Shore home buyers are looking for green features in the home they buy. The green trend is a means of lowering costs, becoming more environmentally friendly, and adopting a healthier lifestyle.

 

The average green buyer will shell out $12,400–on average–for green features, according to the National Association of REALTORS. National Association of Home Builders green-building standards program manager Kevin Morrow expects the market share of green-certified homes to rise to 20 percent in 2010 from about 10 percent in 2009 and 2 percent in 2006.

 

Green features Jersey Shore homebuyers are looking for include energy efficiency, water efficiency, resource efficiency, and indoor air quality and include such elements as Energy Star appliances, low-flow shower heads, carpets and paint with low volatile organic compounds, and building materials procured from local suppliers.

Today’s Jersey Shore home buyers benefit form tax credits and other financial incentives.  

Learn more about buying green by visiting PatrickParkerHomes.com or give us a call anytime.

 

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