Angela "Angie" Allchin

Hello,

A general rule of thumb is if you have not had one showing in 30 days your home is probably priced too high for the area. However, alot really depends on the area you are located and your home itself. Your agent should have sat down with you and reviewed all of the homes that have sold in your area and the homes that sat on the market and for how long, etc.

I would definately check the homes in your area that have SOLD/CLOSED in the past few months and make sure you are priced accordingly.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me.

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Mon Jun 30 2008, 19:43

Hi Laurie,

I personally use Termiguard and love them. I am not sure if they do what you are asking, but it can't hurt to give them a call. Their phone number is: 856-435-0332 and their website is: http://www.termiguardusa.com/

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
Email: Angela.Allchin@Century21.com
856-5820366 x 172 - Sat Jun 28 2008, 10:54

Hi Travis,

I am not sure of your total situation - do you know for sure if you will be moving after 2 years? Since you are not from the area, you may want to do a 1 year rental with option to renew at the end just to make sure you like the area you choose and the schools, etc. if you have children. Now is a great time to buy since there is alot of inventory out there and the rates are still pretty decent. If you are considering buying, I would recommed you check out the schools if you have children, the taxes in each area, the cost of living such as water, sewer, etc.

Should you have any other questions, please feel free to contact me anytime!

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
Email: Angela.Allchin@Century21.com
856-582-0366 x 172 - Sat Jun 28 2008, 10:48

Hi Angelo,

You would have to check on two things:

1) Find out first whether you are even allowed to purchase in the adult community if you are under the age of 55. If you are, they might have their own restrictions.

2) It all depends on your credit situation. Your best bet would be to speak to a good mortgage person and they will be able to pull your credit and talk to you about your plans and let you know what is the best option for you.

If you need a mortgage recommendation, please feel free to let me know.

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Wed Jun 25 2008, 10:54

KG,

Just keep in mind.... even though in NJ where you are not "required" to hire an attorney, most agents will recommend that you hire one to protect your interests. If you are comfortable with your agent and the title company doing the closing then by all means you do not "have" to hire an attorney. Some people just want that piece of mind.

As far as saving money goes, sellers can sell their houses by themselves to save money, but again, I would still recommend to them to go with a real estate agent.

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172
Email: Angela.Allchin@Century21.com - Sun Jun 22 2008, 18:09

Laurie,

I don't typically get into "debates", but I just had to say something. I honestly thought you were a little harsh in your comment to Ken. You stated "Ken, with respect, you use attorneys because you don't know how, or as in NY, aren't permitted to do the contract and all addendums. In most states, all properties are immediately in the mls......"........

I find it odd that you comment alot about how things are done in New Jersey and how other's do their business since you are from NY. You state Ken uses attorneys because he doesn't know how to do contracts or isn't permitted - I never read him say that?. Just so you do know...In New Jersey our clients are NOT required to use an attorney. We explain that it is their option and in their best interest to use one but they are not required to do so. Our listings are put immediately into the MLS - and yes, I do that myself too. I was just taken back that you would assume he and other New Jersey agents didn't know how to do contracts? I do EVERYTHING for my clients..... that includes holding their hand from the beginning until the very end. And really I thought we were all here to help each other, not judge each other? I guess that goes back to me seeing the world through my rose colored glasses again... I know I should take those dang things off - I just don't want to! :o)

Take care,
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Fri Jun 20 2008, 17:21

Ken,

To answer your question about how I handle it when one buyer is looking at a property and they want to put a bid on the property and in the meantime another buyer of mine wants to see the same property.. I honestly tell them BEFORE showing the home that I will be more than happy to show the property to them but explain to them that should they like the property and want to put in a bid, I would refer them to another agent since I am working with another buyer who is also interested. This way it gives them the option to get another agent if they want to and if they are just looking I am still servicing them and they don't feel like I don't want to help them. Most of the time they just want to see the house and never put a bid on it.

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Fri Jun 20 2008, 09:19

While I do understand the concerns regarding dual agency, I think it is up to the buyer.

If you have a potential buyer contact you and wants to see a home that your AGENCY - not you personally has listed, am I understanding you correctly that your broker recommends that you tell that person you can't help them and to contact another agency?

As long as I explain in full upfront to the potential buyer that even though I personally do not have the listing, my agency does and that makes our broker a dual agent. I still represent that buyer and the listing agent represents that seller and our office represents both. I do see where it can become more of a sticky situation if you represent both the seller and the buyer.

I guess I come from the glass is half full side of life and while I realize there are agents out there who are unethical, I just can't not help a person when they need it.

Take care,
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Tue Jun 17 2008, 22:18

Hi KG,
In New Jersey it is quite common to be represented dual agency. Joan did a great job of explaining things for you and Ken posted another link to help you. In New Jersey, our Exclusive Buyer agreement does have an option on there for dual agency to be checked. This just means that our Broker is the Dual Agency which has agents that are representing both the buyer and the seller.

Take care!
Angela "Angie" Allchin
Century 21 Rauh & Johns
856-582-0366 x 172 - Tue Jun 17 2008, 14:45