4th of July 2016 OCEANFEST – fireworks at 9 pm………..
This question is asked frequently especially in today’s aggressive real estate market. Prices are rising steadily and interest rates are remaining at an all time low. The best way to determine your home’s worth is by contacting a profession real estate agent who knows the real estate market and is a full time realtor. Working real estate on a full time basis has its advantages since the agent is out on the road everyday. Also keeping on top of the industry’s mortgage rates is key to helping prospective home buyers reach their dream.
Marketing properties at the NJ Shore area, particularly, Sea Bright, Monmouth Beach, Long Branch, Rumson and Highlands, has been a passion of mine for the past 30 years. Knowledge of the area and knowing what to look for is key to getting the best possible market price for your home.
My customized marketing plan is unique and targeted for “your specific property”. I will visit your home and prepare a customized marketing presentation for you. Contact your NJ Shore Agent at 732-672-0409 or email to diane@dianekaplan.com or website www.monmouthbeachareahomesearch.com.
Diane B Kaplan
Broker/Associate
You’re invited to join us on Saturday March5th from 1 – 5 pm at our Rumson Office located at 30 Ridge Rd in Rumson NJ (call for directions 732-747-8282):
Weichert, Realtors
30 Ridge Road
Rumson, NJ 07760 (corner of Ridge Road & Avenue of Two Rivers)
Cell (732)672-0409
Saturday, March 5th
1:00 to 5:00
No Lectures, No Seminars, No Obligation and No Reservation Needed!
Just homes information and the answers to your questions about:
Stop In Anytime Between 1 and 5! Invited by Diane B Kaplan
Cell: 732-672-0409
***Refreshments Served***
Learn Everything About Buying and Selling a Home including price trends:
Come join us at Weichert Realtors Rumson Office on Saturday, March 5, 2016 to learn everything about buying and selling a home and more. Buying or selling a home can be overwhelming and I hear things like “where should I start?”
Meet me on Saturday, March 5th and I will answer all your questions and concerns regarding the home buying process.
Join Us for Our Open House
Weichert, Realtors®
30 Ridge Road
Rumson, NJ 07760
(corner of Ridge Road & Avenue of Two Rivers)
Telephone – 732-747-8282
Cell Phone – 732-672-0409
Saturday, March 5th
1:00 to 5:00
No Lectures, No Seminars, No Obligation and No Reservation Needed!
Just honest information and the answers to your questions about:
· Selling and/or Buying
· Can I Buy Instead of Renting?
· First Time Home Buyer Information
· Information About Our Local Real Estate Market
· Financing/Refinancing (Representative Will Be Available)
· Insurance
Stop In Anytime Between 1 and 5!
***Refreshments Served**
For Online information now visit my website!
What’s my home worth?…. I hear this question often and a lot of home owners are still under water with their home values. According to the Asbury Park Press story posted on Sunday January 31, 2016, “values tick up, but still lag from market heyday”.
Since 2005 homeowners are watching and waiting for home prices to come back up to the market prices back in 2004-2005. Home prices are still not where they were before the bubble burst but, rest assured, prices are climbing. Certain areas have a better growth rate, but all in all, prices are up.
If you would like to know what your home is worth in today’s market please contact me or click here!
WHAT’S YOUR HOME WORTH??? CALL 732-672-0409!!!I sell real estate along the waterfront areas of Monmouth County and find buyers looking to move there just for the convenience of having the ferry service so close. Whether you are commuting or taking a relaxing trip to Sandy Hook Ocean Beaches, Martha’s Vineyard or see a Broadway Play in NYC, the ferry is the most convenient and relaxing way to travel.
As per their website, “Seastreak is a leader in revitalizing fast passenger ferry services in the New York metropolitan area. We proudly offer high-speed catamaran services to points in Manhattan, central New Jersey, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and more with a fleet of robust vessels. In addition to commuter services to and from Manhattan and New Jersey, we offer an array of special events, sightseeing cruises and tours, daytrips, and getaways year round.”
A gorgeous home in Monmouth Hills offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, NYC skyline and Sandy Hook Bay and is only minutes away from the Seastreak Ferry Service. Although this one of a kind Queen Anne Victorian home is hidden away up in the hills for privacy, getting around is as easy as can be. The home is state of the art with all the modern conveniences and a feel of yesteryear and can accommodate a large family with plenty of rooms and outdoor space.
To find about about me and get important information – click here!
The shingle style seaside Queen Anne Victorian known as “Shady Brink” was built at the top of the New Jersey shore line over 100 plus years ago in a community that originated as a private summer resort for New York professionals. The development was intended as a place to summer in the airy, wooded hills that rise between Sandy Hook Bay and the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Navesink River to the south.
Over its 100 plus years the “Shady Brink” was initially owned by New York financier’s the Pemberton’s, the Goodrich’s and the Schwab’s. Later the house was owned by the Goerke’s who owned and operated department stores in the Northeast and the South, who converted the house for year-round use. In 1982 the house was sold to the Waynes who sold it to the Logan’s in 1994. Over a period of five weeks the Logan’s cleaned and cleared, filling four huge thirty yard dumpsters, they painted, had carpet and light fixtures installed, upgraded the power and established a five year plan to restore the gleam and polish to this rambling prize.
During the fifth week of new ownership on August 13th disaster struck, lighting hit the house during a violent storm, igniting a fire that swept through the entire century old timber dwelling, leaving it a burned out wreck. In fact it took 75 fireman and six fire companies to put out the fire which could be seen for miles away.
THE CHALLENGE – The challenge was to rebuild the same house back with the details and character of the past 100 years. There were no plans, only a few photographs, a skeleton of a structure and the year round view of Manhattan that lingered in the background, the further challenge was the insurance company and the claim. The key issue was documenting what was there and building back the charm and character of this old romantic home that was more than 50% damaged, requiring everything to be brought up to current day code. Another concern was that the house was built into the side of a very steep hill with nine levels of structure that had to all be rebuilt, reinforced and/or replaced. One of the bigger problems was the replacement of the main front foundation wall running the whole length of the house and garage approximately 120 feet long by 22 feet high. This was due to its failure from all the water used fighting the fire saturating the front yard creating a great amount of hyrastatic pressure pushing the foundation wall inwards.
Inside the house as part of fighting the fire there was 25,000 gallons of water on the master bedroom floor level about a foot deep causing the house to rack outwards six inches. The fireman had to chop holes in the floor throughout the house to relieve the weight and stress thus causing the remaining house to become totally saturated with water. Ultimately the new owners lost everything but the cars in the driveway. The house had to be totally rebuilt from the skeleton of a building that could be saved.
The home was totally reconstructed and is now on the market for sale priced at $3,650,000. Click here to see magnificent photos of Queen Anne Victorian. Please contact Diane Kaplan at Weichert Realtors to set appointment to see this masterpiece. Cell 732-672-0409 (call or text) or email to diane@dianekaplan.com – to see all MLS listings click here.
Halloween 2015 All Month Long
iPlay America in Freehold will transform this October to iPlay America’s Spooky Spooktacular Halloween! All month long starting October 2nd-November 1st experience a Halloween event like no other in Central NJ. This family friendly event features OVER 50 live show performances, Trick or Treat Trail, decorations and Halloween themed activities for all. Join us in our restaurant Game Time Bar & Grill for Spooktacular food and drink specials. This Halloween experience is one you don’t want to miss! – See more
Check out this website for an entire month of October fun.
Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom expanded Cape located on one of the best streets in West Long Branch. This West Long Branch House for Sale – a cute cape is perfect for the first time buyer or for a delightful summer home or downsizing. West Long Branch best area close to shopping, Monmouth University, Atlantic Ocean, Houses of Worship and more…..
See Virtual Tour of this unique property – click here.
Hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, newer thermal windows throughout, finished basement with bar, newer roof, one car detached garage and beautiful landscaped backyard located in West Long Branch. Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, Monmouth University, and ocean beach only about 5 minutes away. Best Location!
Contact your local real estate professional, Diane B Kaplan, at cell 732-672-0409 or email at diane@dianekaplan.com
One of the best places to get spectacular water views from your property is in Sea Bright NJ. Capturing ocean views to the east and river views to the west – Sea Bright is a narrow strip of land bordered on one side with the Atlantic Ocean and the Shrewsbury River to the west. The houses for sale range from small bungalows to magnificent waterfront estates. You can practically walk to the beach from any part of Sea Bright NJ. After super storm Sandy ravaged the small town the Army Corp of Engineers came in and pumped in miles and miles of new sand which expanded the ocean beachfront. The main part of town is up and running and construction is continuing — everything is new. As you drive through the town you will see all new businesses and the existing businesses have rebuilt and renovated looking so clean and special. Everyone wants to be in Sea Bright, especially, looking forward to summer of 2015. A new restaurant called Tommy’s Tavern is opening up where the old post office was situated near the Rumson Bridge. A new park marked as Green Acres is located at the foot of the Rumson Bridge affording extensive water views of the river.
A great house for sale is located at 15 Tradewinds Lane in Sea Bright – this property is located right on the ocean beach side with ocean sands at your doorstep. Ready of summer fun or all year round enjoyment. This home afforst spectacular sunrises and water views from almost every room. Built in 2005 with over 5,000 square ft of living area this seashore colonial featuring gourmet kitchen, 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, open floor plan – listing compliments of O’Brien Realty LLC.
Call Diane B Kaplan for a personal tour of this waterfront property – cell # 732-672-0409 or email directly to dkaplan@weichert.com