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March 24, 2020

Working from home

By ann

If you need to reach me, the best is via email:  ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com

Every day, I am posting local pictures to my Twitter account to stay connected:  @anndelaneybeach

Thank goodness for technology!

Keeping safe so that we all can enjoy our beach days in the future 🙂

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March 22, 2020

Medical Facilities in Cape May County

By ann

I completely understand the need to escape to a peaceful beach town.  That’s why we love living here.

Yet our seasonal atmosphere has always presented challenges when it comes to medical care.

FACTS:

One hospital serves all of Cape May County (Cape May Point to Ocean City and all coastal and inland towns in between).  In the peak summer months, urgent care facilities pick up the slack.

When local residents need specialty care, we often have to travel out of the area.  It’s common for us to see physicians in Atlantic or Camden County, as well as Philadelphia.

This is not a knock to the Cape May County medical professionals.  Our primary doctors are providing the referrals knowing we will receive the appropriate care.

Community leaders and the Governor of New Jersey understand the limitations of the local health care system, and justifiably fear for the health and safety of us all.

 

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March 21, 2020

Shore Life

By ann

Driving around the island, I would compare the occupancy of the homes to a typical Easter weekend.

It’s not packed, yet there are definitely more properties with lights on and cars in the driveway for this time of year.

I’m okay to share space with the second home owners as long we all follow the social distancing rules to stay healthy.

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March 15, 2020

Hello

By ann

What a difference a few weeks, days, hours make. My head is spinning!

To contrast the scary news, I need to remain grateful for:

Family (including the 3 most charming grandsons ever).

Caring co-workers helping each other so we all remain safe.

A close knit business community.

The opportunity to walk a few blocks to the ocean, breathe in salt air, and shed a few tears.

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March 9, 2020

Monday Morning Views…

By ann

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March 7, 2020

Avalon NJ New Construction

By ann

Stunning NEW single family home available for sale: $2,599,000.

6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, huge great room on the 2nd level plus a spacious family room overlooking the back patio area and pool.

For more details and pictures:   MLS Link 291 44th Street, Avalon NJ

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March 5, 2020

Sotheby’s International Realty

By ann

unnamedTim Kerr Sotheby’s International Realty has the name recognition of the high end brand…PLUS the local expertise of our team of agents and staff.

We live here.  We work here.  We love it here.

ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com

609-967-7950

Thank you for your business and referrals!

 

 

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March 2, 2020

For Sale

By ann

Visit our Tim Kerr Sotheby’s International Realty web site to browse sale and rental properties in Avalon, Stone Harbor and surrounding communities.

Sales:  click here

Rentals: click here

Thank you for your interest and referrals!

609-967-7950  Ann Delaney

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February 24, 2020

February Views!

By ann

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February 23, 2020

Elevating Real Estate

By ann

The regulations regarding elevation play a major role with an owner’s plan to either renovate or build new.

A Flood Elevation Certificate is needed to determine the official elevation of both the land and the first floor living area.  For example, “curb” elevations on the island range from 5 feet above sea level to just over 12 feet.   The island may seem flat, but the subtle inclines exist!

Obviously a home with a lower curb elevation will need to be higher off the ground to meet code.

Now back to the charming beach cottages.  A lender will require flood insurance which is calcuated on the elevation.  If the home meets code, the annual premium will be approximately $900.  If the structure sits too low, the premium could be as high as $5500.

When a major renovation is planned, the municipality will require the structure to be brought up to code, too.

At this point, a property owner can compare the cost of lifting/renovating their home, or building new.

If the lot is undersized and/or the structure is larger than would be permitted today, lifting may be the best option to retain livable square footage.

If you have any questions regarding local real estate, I am here to help!  609-967-7950

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