Archive for the ‘Information for Buyers’ Category

Over here in Bridgewater we’re currently bracing for the blizzard. I just got back from Wegmans and it was nightmare. People were buying shovels and bags of rock salt to prepare for the foot of snow we’re expecting. When you live in a condo do you know what you have to worry about when food shopping? Buying the food. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again when it snows and you’re in your condo NO WORRIES. You just sit back and let the hired company shovel up to your door. When the storm’s over head over to your car and just clean it off. It’s that simple.

I’m not rubbing it in or gloating at all. It’s at a time like this that it’s perfect to point out the benefits of condo living. If you hired a company to take care of every snow event at your house it would cost a fortune. In a condo it’s rolled into your condo fees every month. Those fees go to many different things and snow removal being just one of them.

So as you see the snow falling today check out some of the new listings in the area and give me a call. Be safe and have a great weekend!

That is the question. This weekend Twitter was having a heated discussion about the place for Open Houses in this new world of real estate. Is it worth having them? Should I have them all the time? Should I be conducting open houses in new ways?

There is not easy answer to the proposed questions other thats YES. Everyone is moving to the internet to find the property of their dreams. There is still something to having the house ready and available at a given time on a certain day. Potential buyers know that from around 12-5 on Sunday they can see a bunch of properties in an efficent manner. This is still an effective and powerful way to market your home.

With that being said you need to think about your open houses differently. With the ease of communication currently make sure you make it extremely simple for your clients to visit the property. Use technology to your advantage to provide constant updates via Twitter, Facebook, and e-mail. You need to promote your open houses in new ways in order to get the foot traffic you need to get your place sold.

The bottom line? Continue to conduct open houses but think about them in a different way. Use all the tools you have at your disposal and make your day as effective as possible.

I’m sitting the open house at the aformentioned address even with the ice storm thats going on outside. There have been a couple people very interested in the property and it’s easy to see why. The condo looks great and people love the open feel you get from a loft. The particular unit uses the space as a living room and office space.

You need to see a loft style condo unit to really get a feel for the property. Having extra living space is always a plus and it’s a cool feature. With the skylights the property has you get a ton of natural light which I personally love.

Give me a call so we can see the unit first hand and you can see the loft for yourself!

This Sunday I am sitting an open house in the wonderful Bridle Club Condo community in Bridgewater. I will be there 12/13/2009 from 1-4 at the aformentioned address. I love this property because the unit has wood floors on both the steps and some of the living space. It gives the unit an unique feel. The loft in the unit make the place feel extremely large and allows for a great deal of light. Check out the link below to the listing and see exactly what I’m talking about. See you tomorrow!

http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/Bridgewater-Twp_NJ_08807_1112385448?mp=1

If you liked head over to http://ow.ly/Lj33 and see all the other properties listed in that price range.

I was tempted to have a cheap baseball pun in the title but I resisted! In another attempt to explain all the wonderful attractions in Bridgewater, NJ let’s talk about the title of the blog post. In a very contained area you have many excellent attractions from both your everyday needs and a fun night out with the family.

It goes without saying that Costco can help change the way you think about food shopping. Having a local Costco will not be the reason you move to Bridgewater but it’s a great added benefit to living here. It can help your family save money and save you a ton of time.

Next to Costco you’ll find a great minor league baseball team the Somerset Patriots. On regular night in the summer you can take your family to a game for a fraction of the price of a Yankee game. The team has a community feel and features various groups and fundraisers. This helps make Bridgewater feel like home and is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood.

Take this information and my previous post about the various cities close to Bridgewater and you’ll have a better picture of what living here is like.

Take a look at the various condos and townhouses available and give me a call.

I wanted to provide an update to an earlier post about Hidden Pond in Raritan, NJ. I’m currently at an open house for the 2nd time and I can tell you this is a place worth checking out. As soon as you walk it you will be stunned by the natural lighting you can expect in your living room.

The lighting in the Hidden Pond living room

I think this is an excellent townhouse that should not be overlooked. Give me a call to get more specifics 732-595-8721

Well the answer is simple… it’s in Raritan township! It’s a little known fact that the Hidden Pond Townhouse community is in fact NOT in Bridgewater. If your up and down Vanderveer Road you will see a large sign for the community on your left. If you take a drive in you’ll see a bunch of beautiful townhouses that are tucked away on their own private street. The one thing that people sometimes confused by the Raritan mailing address. I still feel these townhomes are wonderful and are worth checking out if you have the chance. You’re on a private street in a community much smaller than those in the general area. Each townhouse backs up to the “hidden pond” for a great neighborhood feel.

Check my previous post about taxes in Bridgewater to understand the differences the mailing address can have on your tax bill. The great thing is all Raritan students attend Bridgewater-Raritan High school, one of the best in the state. I figured I would address this interesting situation and give you all the information I have so you can make the best decision possible.

I will be conducting an open house in Hidden Pond this Sunday from 12-4 so stop on by and see for yourself.

Well it’s almost time for my favorite time of year… THANKSGIVING! I love to eat, see the family, and eating some more. This year I’m hosting the big day and there is a ton to do. Even though most of my family in a single family home they all like to come over to my condo. I’m coming upon my 2nd year as a homeowner and I brings me great pride that I can host my family in my own place.

I’ll say it once and I’ll say it again. You purchase  your first place, you sign all those papers, drive home, and sit in your empty home. You’re hungry so you order domino’s pizza. You take a bite of that slice of pizza and you’ve just had the best meal of your life.

This applies to the best meal of the year as well. When you all sit down for turkey and you look around the table it’s another great feeling. I can help you get to this point as well. Give me a call and we can get to work. So to all you readers out there Happy Thanksgiving from Bridgewater Condos!

It’s time again for, what I feel, is one of the best condo communities in Bridgewater NJ: Glenbrooke. This is the one of the two communities located on Milltown Road and is about 2 min from Route 22. I think the pictures speak for themselves but if you’re in the market for a traditional townhouse unit in Bridgewater you should see something you like. You have the options of Townhouses with garages, without garages, with a deck, and with a walk-out basement. Without further delay check out some of the pictures I took and tell me what you think. Give me a call and I’ll take you out to see some of these properties in person.

From time to time I like to point out great websites that keep me informed about my local area. It’s tough sometimes to get information on community events and now theres is a site dedicated to just that. The website is called americantowns.com and it’s you’re one stop shop for learning about what’s taking place in your neighborhood. There is an event’s calendar, news and events, and local reviews of various businesses. The site is driven through local imput so if you have an event you wish to promote head over to the site.

What does this mean for Bridgewater Condos? No only are you buying a property you’re also buying into a community. Learning about what’s going on will make your adjustment that much easier and enjoyable. Go check out the site and let me know if you agree!

www.americantowns.com