January 12, 2014

Contrasting Colors

By ann

Bright sun, dark clouds, and a Stone Harbor landmark:  Villa Maria by the Sea.

VillaMaria

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January 12, 2014

Sunday Sights

By ann

The sun has returned!  AND temperatures remain moderate.

frozenpipesUnfortunately, this will be the day of discovery for broken water pipes.  Now that the streets/sidewalks have dried, standing water around a property will be more obvious.

Two tips for seasonal property owners:

1) Install a whole house water shut off valve.  It won’t prevent a freeze, but it will lessen damage from running water.

2) Hire a winter watch service if you are unable to check your property on a regular basis.

If you need suggestions for either (or both), I am happy to help with recommendations.

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January 11, 2014

Summer Plans?

By ann

BeachTimeA good day to plan ahead for quality time on the beach 🙂

Web site:   http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals

Or call/email me directly, and I will forward suggestions based on your requirements.

   ann@anndelaney.com      609-967-7950

Thank you for the opportunity to help!

 

 

 

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January 10, 2014

More Owls!

By ann

More Snowy owl sightings along the beach this morning: the high dune area of Avalon, and Stone Harbor Point!

FridayOwlAvalon

FridayOwl2FridayOwl

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January 7, 2014

Really??

By ann

When I see winter weather reports for Maine, Michigan, North Dakota, etc….I wonder…why do people choose to live there?

I guess residents of warmer southern states are wondering the same thing about New Jersey!

This picture was taken at the end of our beach drive on Friday. The snow is gone, but the COLD temperatures are here (7 degrees as of 11am).

Jeep 2

 

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January 5, 2014

Real Estate Review 2013

By ann

Overview of 2013

salesignAvalon single family homes-  a total of 117 sold.

Sold prices ranged from $439,000 to $6,000,000; with a median selling price of $1,350,000.  The median days on market- 176.

Avalon townhouse/condo units- a total of 69 sold.

Sold prices ranged from $155,000 to $1,525,000; with a median selling price of $632,500. The median days on market- 142.

 

Stone Harbor single family homes- a total of 65 sold.

Sold prices ranged from $535,000 to $3,800,000; with a median selling price of $1,640,000. The median days on market- 196.

Stone Harbor townhouse/condo units- a total of 44 sold.

Sold prices ranged from $155,000 to $1,775,000; with a median selling price of $550,000.  The median days on market- 199.

 

Properties reported under the multi-family category are often purchased for eventual single family use.  There were a total of 12 multi-family sales in Avalon and Stone Harbor.  Sold prices ranged from $720,000 to $1,100,000.  The median sold price was $832,500; and median days on market- 277.

Information compiled from the Cape May County Multiple Listing Service

For specific information on a neighborhood/location, please ask!  609-967-7950  or   ann@anndelaney.com

Thank you for your interest.

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January 5, 2014

Thank you!

By ann

cardsCleaning my office after the Christmas holidays, and looking through the cards once last time.

I especially enjoy the picture greeting cards- although they are a dose of reality.

Weren’t the children babies when you purchased your beach house?  How can they be in college already?  Or worse, married and starting their own family!

I am grateful to be involved…and maintain friendships, with so many families over the years.

Buying a home at the shore is a dream, and I have the privilege to help.

Thank you!

 

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January 4, 2014

Beach Wear

By ann

shoesNot high fashion…but I wear my practical beach “hiking” shoes all winter.  Especially handy today.

It was nerve wracking to walk in the street – more ice than snow.  Much easier once I was on the beach.

The sun is out and no wind.  Low temperatures…but it’s still a pretty day!

On a warmer note…I’m in the office all weekend, and ready to help with your 2014 beach plans 🙂

 

 

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January 4, 2014

Storm Chasing

By ann

If you want to see more snow/storm pictures from yesterday, check out my Twitter page

The most impressive sight?  Huge ocean waves held up by the strong north wind.  The surfers were happy!

piersurfer

 

waves

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January 2, 2014

Freezing Temperatures

By ann

frozenpipesThe snow storm is receiving all of the attention, but shore property owners should be more concerned about the forecasted temperatures.

Cold wind can freeze pipes in the crawl space (open crawl space vents are often the cause).  If outside faucets/showers aren’t drained,  pipes will freeze, and then crack.

Inside your home, open the cabinet doors under the kitchen and bathroom sinks (allows heat to flow around the pipes). Turn up the thermostat a few degrees just to be safe.

Always worthwhile to ride down to check doors and windows, and make sure all household items are secure.

Stay warm!

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