What is happening in Delaire Landing Gated Waterfront Community? The Annual Vendor Fair was a huge success, as was this year's charity, "Coats for Kids." There were many other events, like Halloween Trunk or Treat, Kids Breakfast with Santa, Veterans Breakfast, and Quizno. This year, we are ringing in the 2025  Year New Gala with a live Band Gilligan Yacht Rock Band Catering  by - The Blue Monkey There is always something fun and exciting happening at Delaire Landing Let's take a look at what is available in case you are interested in living here Currently, there are four condo units up for sale in Delaire Landing Community2BR 2Bath 1348 Sq' 2nd-floor unit bank owned fee monthly $449  Price $203,0002BR 2Bath 1240 Sq' 2nd fl condition excellent fee $449 Mo - Price $279,9002BR 2Bath 1295 ... 12/02/2024

Oh, how grateful I am for this precious gift that my daughter gave me. Her name is Cleo, although she had several names when she lived at my daughter's home. They all had a different name for her. When she came to live with me, we talked, and I gave her a name that was only hers and explained my name. Cleo is my Siamese Cat and my best friend. Cleo follows me everywhere. She likes to eat when I eat. She is an indoor cat but will walk with me by my side without a leash, and if I say HOME, she walks Home. She is knowledgeable, and she knows exactly where she lives. We used to go walking a lot, but now we have many birds of prey in the area, and I do not know what I would do if one swooped down and took her away. She is older now, and I have lost count, to be honest, maybe 10 or 12, so she... 11/30/2024

Sometimes, when everything goes smoothly, something odd happens. I was cooking soup when I heard a poof noise and looked and saw a spark in the microwave. I quickly unplugged it. The smell was awful—you understand that burned electrical smell. The fan over the stove was turned on, and my hands shook.  I  had to finish making my soup. I am so grateful I was home and in the kitchen, as I wonder if the whole kitchen and place would have burned down if I had not been home. I was not using the microwave; it just went up. It was not old, either, and it was still under warranty. I called because I still had the booklet in the drawer. A few days later, even with great anti-virus, my computer was hacked. I called the computer doctor and unplugged it. He had it for a few days, and I was working o... 11/27/2024

There are great Steals and deals out there. I stopped in Ross, although the doctor said to go home, get in bed, and rest. I stopped at my favorite Chinese take-out in the same shopping center and got some wonton soup, an order of moo shoo, and fried rice. I was lucky to have my bag, which keeps things warm or cold in the car.In Ross. I was looking for a unique gift for a special friend. As soon as I walked in the door, I found what I wanted but for me. A silver bag and a small one, Karl Lagerfeld, were locked up. It was managers' day, and a man and woman asked if I liked it and I said look, it matches my sneakers. The man laughed, and I said, How can I resist the woman who had disappeared? He asked if I wanted it, and I said I would shop and come back, and the woman reappeared with keys... 11/26/2024

Delaware County PA offers a wide range of housing situations for people who want to live in a Senior Community.  They range in price, style and amenities, from a modest home to a luxurious townhouse.Market Report for Senior Communities in Delaware County as of November 25, 2024:4 Active Listings12 Listings Pending Sale/Under Contract12 Listings Sold in October 2024Price Range $40,000 - $1,150,000(info from Bright MLS various broker/agents)If you are in need of guidance from experienced agents, give us a call.Fox Hill Farm - 55+ Glen Mills, PAThe Villas At Golf View - 55+ Springfield, PATraditions At Ridley Creek - 55+ Brookhaven, PA 11/25/2024

It is always exciting to reach closing day, especially when everything has gone smoothly throughout a transaction. I met Hannah and Tom not that long ago when we met to discuss working together and they mentioned they wanted to buy a house before next May. After going over all the details of how the real estate process works in PA, getting approved for a mortgage etc they decided to work with me.They quickly got approved from a local lender, and we went to look at homes. At the very last minute Hannah texted me one more address to add to our tour, promising me she would never do this to me again. Well that one last house was the one. As soon as they walked in they knew. Funnily enough it was the first house we toured as well. We did go and see several other houses that day, but at the e... 11/22/2024

After all the searching, loan applications, seeing homes, visiting Open Houses the moment arrives when you know this is the home you want to buy. It is an exciting time and it can also be a stressful time.But, that is where working with an experienced Realtor brings a multitude of benefits. From price to terms, contingencies, settlement date a Realtor can give you advice. We do not make the decision for you, that is your job, but we can give you the confidence to make the right decision for you.So, let's explain the process of making an offer. In Pennsylvania we use a standard Agreement of Sale form, this is pre-printed with spaces for certain information. The agreement will include the parties to the transaction, the sellers, the buyers and their mailing addresses, the details about th... 11/21/2024

I will always remember riding in the country with my dad as a kid, and catching the pungent smells of nearby farms with livestock, and he would always say, “barnyard perfume”. Such an interesting way to call it for what it is. My dad grew up on a farm, helping his parents work the land and livestock, and he also worked on neighbors farms as a young adult.If you ever consider buying a house in farm country, be sure you are aware of the potential of this smell traveling in the direction of your new home. It may not be a problem most days, but depending on the wind and the time of year, it can become an issue for those who live in the path of such smells.One such farm area I am always curious about is about an hour north of Delaware County on the NE Extension of the Turnpike, not far from ... 11/20/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Media, Delaware County, PA as of November 18, 20243 Active ListingsPrice Range $1,350,000 - $2,185,0005 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Media in October                2022 2023 2024 # Sold 5 6 6 Average Days on Market 19 27 21 Minimum Price Sold $165,000 $210,000 $234,500 Maximum Price Sold $1,495,000 $645,000 $620,000 Median Price Sold $525,000 $460,000 $502,500 (info Bright MLS various brokers/agents)Media, PA is the County Seat of Delaware County.  Its motto is "Everybody's HomeTown".  I'm happy there is a Trader Joe's in Media.  11/20/2024

This is a common question from first time buyers and repeat buyers as well depending on how long it has been since they bought a home. Well the answer is, it depends. As you can see in the image above a seesaw which is balanced. Well the housing market is rarely in such equilibrium, it is usually one thing or another, a seller market or a buyers market and this can impact the length of the process.So, let's start at the beginning, many buyers start looking on line before they actually want or need to move. They look to see what homes are available, what are prices like in the areas where they might want to live. And then, once they have an angle on this, they approach an agent or Realtor to help them. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a first step, a good agent can help you find a ... 11/20/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Delaware County, PA as of November 18, 2024701 Active ListingsPrice Range $25,000 - $4,495,000772 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Delaware County in October 2022 2023 2024 # Sold 521 466 517 Average Days on Market 21 23 26 Minimum Price Sold $24,000 $12,000 $15,000 Maximum Price Sold $2,900,000 $3,450,000 $4,620,424 Median Price Sold $283,000 $325,000 $350,000 (info Bright MLS various brokers/agents)55+ Communities in Delaware County PAAre You Really Ready To Buy A Home?  11/19/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Parkside, Delaware County, PA as of November 18, 20242 Active ListingsPrices $199,900 and $319,9003 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Parkside in October     2022 2023 2024 # Sold 3 2 4 Average Days on Market 17 12 32 Minimum Price Sold $156,000 $245,000 $193,000 Maximum Price Sold $171,000 $268,000 $382,000 Median Price Sold $165,000 $256,500 $296,250 (info Bright MLS various brokers/agents)Phil and Jim's Parkside PAParkside PA is part of the Penn-Delco School District. 11/19/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Springfield, Delaware County, PA as of November 18, 202413 Active ListingsPrice Range $400,000 - $1,425,00023 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Springfield in October 2022 2023 2024 # Sold 17 15 19 Average Days on Market 27 29 17 Minimum Price Sold $250,000 $327,500 $320,000 Maximum Price Sold $650,000 $524,500 $685,000 Median Price Sold $363,000 $432,500 $475,000 (info Bright MLS various brokers/agents)Smedley Park   Springfield PAGolf View 55+ Community in Springfield PA  11/19/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Brookhaven, Delaware County, PA as o November 18, 202412 Active ListingsPrice Range $100,000 - $580,00016 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Brookhaven in October    2022 2023 2024 # Sold 9 11 14 Average Days on Market 16 6 17 Minimum Price Sold $174,000 $125,000 $150,000 Maximum Price Sold $442,500 $390,000 $447,000 Median Price Sold $320,000 $304,900 $302,450 (info Bright MLS various brokers/agents)Brookhaven PA is part of the Penn-Delco School DistrictTom Jones Restaurant 11/19/2024

November is a month to be grateful.  The weather and clocks have changed, and the leaves have changed colors and are falling.  It is my favorite time of year, and everything is so beautiful. I am grateful that I live in an area where the seasons change. I can see Mother Nature at its best. The colors are so vibrant I take a deep breath and am thankful to be alive .. I know that soon, all the beautiful colors will turn grey, but that is alright because, for now, I will enjoy them.I love the clothes of Fall. It is not hot, and it is not cold, as Goldie Locks says in The Three Bears' Story; it is just right. Pants and a sweater with maybe a blazer. Perhaps you just want to wear jeans, a tee, and a jacket. Throw on a pair of sneakers or boots. Of course, a few think it is still summer and a... 11/19/2024

Residential Houses For Sale in Aston, Delaware County, PA as of November 18, 202417 Active ListingsPrice Range $99,900 - $1,195,00024 Houses Pending Sale/Under Contract Sold in Aston in October 2022 2023 2024 # Sold 18 19 20 Average Days on Market 15 13 38 Minimum Price Sold $220,000 $122,450 $40,000 Maximum Price Sold $735,000 $535,500 $499,500 Median Price Sold $272,500 $330,500 $350,000 (info from Bright MLS various brokers/agents)Aston PA is part of the Penn-Delco School District.Aston Veterinary in Aston - where I took my kitty, Sunny.Ice Works in Aston 11/18/2024

As part of National Native American Heritage Month, Google’s Doodle today is Celebrating the Kayak. It was interesting to read the history of this water vessel and it made me think of all the joyous ventures we have taken in our kayaks over the years on rivers, lakes and streams. Being on the water offers scenery that simply cannot be experienced any other way. I prefer being in a single person kayak, as opposed to a canoe or two person kayak, and I enjoy the use of a paddle more so then using an oar.Our adventures in kayaks have taken us to many beautiful places, like Virginia’s Shenandoah River, the Wicomico River on the Eastern shores of Maryland, the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, Lake Nockamixon in Pennsylvania, a small lake in Florida with alligators, a Finger lake in NY, a river... 11/15/2024

Buying a home requires multiple steps, one of which is the home inspection, this is generally done after the seller has accepted your offer for their home as one of the contingencies. But, occasionally it is done before if there is time allowing your offer to be stronger waiving the inspection contingency and making your offer in light of what you have found or not.There are several types of inspections which can be carried out under the term of a home inspection. These include a general home inspection, wood boring insect inspection often referred to as a Termite inspection although it always covers other boring insects as well such as carpenter bees, radon inspection, mold inspections, lead based paint inspection, if there is a swimming pool a pool inspection, water and septic inspect... 11/13/2024

 Okay it's almost Black Friday whether you live in Philadelphia or not you need these deals the sales have already started. I am really curious to see if the sales will be cheaper than they already are. There is really nothing I could possible want or need except a vacuum so I am holding out for that.Sheertex the revolutionary new brand of tights for women. They are wonderful. I have purchased them and must say they are so comfortable. They are also true to their word of being run resistant . They feel so silky and luxurious and look wonderful. They also have socks and body suits. I was lucky to have tried them as a "Today's special Value on QVC " as a  2 for .. and they were divine since then I have purchased more  directly on the Sheertex website for a discount while supplies last for... 11/11/2024

Veterans Day To Our Office Veterans Michael & Donna Michael Baird                                             Donna SlagleMichael.Baird@remax.net                      poconodonna@gmail.comOffice 570.972.2940                                   Office 570.972.2940Cell 570.730.0391                                        Cell 570.831.5982Michael Baird Website                             Donna Slagle WebsiteMichael BairdRealtor I have been an active member of his community for 39+ years now and is so excited to be turning that local focus toward real estate. His background in Solution Engineering and Business Development offers the perfect opportunity to mold his passion for real estate with his commitment to the Poconos and surrounding area residents. Michael is a veteran who served 13 years... 11/11/2024