Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Seashore Real Estate

  • Buying at the Shore

    Considering a shore purchase?  Owning a vacation home continues to be a dream for so many. It’s a major financial investment, and therefore important to make the best selection possible.

    That’s where I can help.  It’s my goal to find the best fit – location, amenities, price.  And, provide complete information regarding financing, carrying costs, income potential, insurance requirements, and zoning.  If I know something about a property/location- good or bad- you will know it, too. The island is not only my place of business…it’s also my home.

    A common question on a barrier island: does this area flood?  Always an important disclosure; and even more so after Sandy.  In the weeks since the storm, I have purposely walked most of the neighborhoods to see for myself.

    Thank you for your trust, and referring your friends.  I appreciate the business!

  • Summer Rentals

    Maybe it’s the dreary weather?  Hearing from prospective tenants looking forward to their 2013 vacation along Seven Mile Beach.

    It’s easy to search on-line: Power Play Realty   Or contact me directly with your “wish list”  ann@anndelaney.com

    Do you own a home in Avalon or Stone Harbor with time available to rent?  If so, I would appreciate the opportunity to help.

    Thank you!

     

  • Market Update

    During the past 30 days (which included an interruption from Sandy), a total of 24 properties SOLD (settled).  The final selling prices ranged from $417,000 for a basic cottage located over the 21st Street bridge in Avalon; to $2,600,000 for a newer beach block home on 115th Street in Stone Harbor.

    The median selling price was $855,000.

    In addition, there are 56 properties sale pending; with settlement scheduled to occur within the next few months.  The median asking price for those sale pending is $995,000.

    If you would like additional market data, please let me know ann@anndelaney.com

    Thank you for your interest!

     

  • FEMA Housing Request

    We received this e-mail today from the director of the Cape May County Board of Realtors:

    FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is coordinating displaced hurricane survivors with temporary housing.  Most survivors who may be able to temporarily relocate to Cape May County are single persons or couples, since families with kids choose to remain in their school districts.

    Please contact       gladys.kastrup@FEMA.dhs.gov     for information if you are able to help.

     

  • Back to Business

    If I can help you, or a friend with real estate (sales/rentals) in Avalon, Stone Harbor, NJ please let me know.

    Search the Power Play Realty web site  and contact me with questions:   ann@anndelaney.com

    Thank you!

    I appreciate the business…and the opportunity to help.

  • Mold

    Even before Sandy, mold was a concern for homes along the shore.  I have provided tips for mold prevention in previous blog posts: https://anndelaney.com/2011/04/21/open-crawl-space-vents/

    Real estate agents and property buyers/sellers need to be pro-active as we move forward.

    1) Sellers should disclose if there was water on their property- even if limited to the garage or crawl space. If remediation occurred, ask seller to provide documentation.

    2) Buyers – a thorough home inspection is important.  Inspectors will note if there are any issues in the crawl space; or if new duct work/insulation has been installed.

    3) Agents should be forthcoming with any concerns regarding flood damage.  We know the areas of greater risk, and it’s our responsibility to ask questions and provide the facts.

     

  • Property Taxes

    The Governor of New Jersey has extended the grace period to pay 4th quarter property taxes until November 16th.  This extension applies to property owners in Avalon and Stone Harbor.

     

  • FEMA

    A representative from FEMA just stopped in our office with important information. There is assistance available for local property and business owners with flood damage.

    Even if you have already contacted your insurance company, make sure to register with FEMA:

    Call 800-621-3362 or www.disasterassistance.gov

    You will receive a 9 digit FEMA registration number.

  • Short Term Rentals

    We received this notice from our local Board of Realtors:

    The Ocean County Board of REALTORS® is requesting assistance with temporary or short-term housing rentals for NJ residents displaced due to the storm.  Please contact twissel@oceancountyrealtors.org

    If you own a shore home and would be interested in renting, please contact me, or the name referenced above.

  • Please Inspect Your Property

    Even if a friend walked through (or I drove by) and said your house is fine, please make an effort to come down and thoroughly inspect.

    It’s easy to miss something on a quick walk through.  For example, I didn’t notice a minor leak by one of our windows until the second day we were home.  

    The towns are allowing owners to rake the marsh grass to the curb.  Borough trucks are driving around to pick up and dispose of the debris.

    If you had any flooding around your house, be sure to check the crawl space.  If the insulation got wet, it MUST be removed and thrown away.  Insulation will not dry- in fact it will hold the moisture and cause mold on the floor boards over time.

    If you need recommendations for contractors, etc. to help with the clean up, please let me know  609-967-7950