Tri-State Real Estate Blog

You set the sale price "dead on"...Consequently, the house was under contract 2 weeks

"We wanted to let you know how much we appreciated all that you accomplished for us. You went far beyond all expectations as our realtor. There were so many problem issues that came up with the house that we felt totally overwhelmed. On each issue you calmly had a solution. When we needed the heat pump repaired, you had a HVAC person there the next day. A plumber, an electrician, a carpenter, a mold specialist seemed to magically appear providing excellent workmanship and reasonable quotes. You have an amazing arsenal of professional workmen that you respect and you can rely on to help in all situations and quickly. Your advice and solutions to prepare the house to show at it's best were always accurate and flawless.

You set the sale price "dead on" and gave us the "realistic" expectations for which the house would and could sell for in that neighborhood and in today's economic times. Consequently, the house was under contract 2 weeks after the sign was put out and settlement a few weeks after that. What was even more amazing was that the house was under contract by December 22nd.

With your expert guidance this whole process was smooth and easier than we had ever hoped.

If there is ever an occasion that you would need us as a referral, we would be delighted to highly recommend you as "the best in the business"!

We cannot begin to thank you enough for all that you did. May God bless you in all ways.

With our best regards,

Roy and Donna Lickliter"  2-26-10

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Think Spring - Homes for Sale with Tennis Courts, Swimming Pools, on Golf Courses

Sure there is snow on the ground - but Think Spring and view these single family homes and estates that have Tennis Courts or Swimming Pools .  Or start to think about your game, viewing these Golf Course Homes for Sale! 

Enjoy your online tour of homes, and of course if you are interested in touring one of these estates in person, contact John & Mary at 302-740-5872.

John Luca's Hot Pick of the Week - Single Family Property 19805

John Luca's "Hot Pick of the Week" - 

Priced thousands below market value in Willow Run.  This one will not last the week!!!  ***Only $90,000 for a single family home anywhere in New Castle County is a rare occurrence, let alone in 19805.  Owner occupants only for the first 15 days – then investors can move in.  Call John Luca ASAP to schedule a showing 302-740-5872. 

As a Buyer's Agent (representing only YOU as the buyer) John is excellent at finding and negotiating deals for his clients.  To put John's expertise to work in finding your next investment property or luxury estate -  contact him today at 302-740-5872. 

Here's a link to ALL homes for Sale in Willow Run - John can set up a tour of all these homes as well as other comparables in the area for you to compare:

http://www.lucateam.com/willow-run-wilmington-delaware-real-estate-homes-for-sale-19805.aspx

Market Update January 2009-January 2010 New Castle County Delaware

    The current real estate market in New Castle County appears to be headed in the right direction – “for now”.  Buoyed by the First Time Buyer tax credit, January 2010 numbers show higher sales volume (+15% units sold), less inventory (2804 units down from 3032 units) less days on market (80 days down from 87 days), and higher average sales price (236K vs. 233K – see graph/chart: Download NCC Price Analysis Jan 09 - Jan 10) compared with  sales numbers for January 2009. 

 

Near record low interest rates, plus an additional tax credit of $6500 for existing homeowners who purchase another primary residence (must have owned previous home for at least 5 years) along with home prices which are at the lowest level in over 5 years, make this a perfect time to buy or sell a home.  

 

To discuss your options in the real estate market, contact John Luca at 302-740-5872.

 

 

Click on the charts below to see full size charts of Price Analysis for New Castle County, Delaware for the past year.

 

 

 

 

 

Larry Flick on NBC 10 Market Analysis

  Chairman and CEO Larry Flick sat down last week with NBC10’s Tracy Davidson as part of the network’s weekly “Survive and Thrive” segment.  Flick shared his insights on the local housing market, how to take advantage of the existing home buyer’s tax credit and shared his predictions for 2010 in the Greater Philadelphia area.  The segment also featured Prudential Fox & Roach clients and first time home buyers, Mike and Ryan Brown, who recently purchased a home in Wilmington DE and qualified for the government sponsored first-time home buyer’s tax credit.  The full segment can be found here.

 

Interview highlights include:

• Now is the time to buy:  as the market improves, home prices and mortgage rates will increase in the year ahead. 
• Buyers who have strong credit can qualify for an FHA loan and put down as little as 3.5% down or as little 5% for a conventional loan.
• The best opportunities will be available early in 2010, when home buyers are still able to take advantage of federal tax credits, selection of inventory and affordable mortgage rates.
• The tax credit will continue to drive home sales in 2010, as more first time and ‘move up’ homebuyers enter to market to take advantage of the April 30 tax credit deadline. 

 For detailed information on the Expanded Home Buyer Tax Credit, click here.

Contact John Luca to answer all your real estate questions: 302-999-6966