The pessimist says the glass is half empty. The project manager/engineer says the glass is twice as big as it needs to be. (There's more..) The realist says the glass contains half the required amount of liquid for it to overflow. And the cynic..... wonders who drank the other half. Paul Stillwaggon, For All Your Real Estate Needs Contact New Jersey EstatesReal Estate Group E-mail: njestates@gmail.comWeb: http://www.newjerseyestates.net908-561-5492 (Paul S) 908-310-1358 (Cell) NJ Estates Real Estate GroupWeichert Realtors908-561-549255 Stirling Road, Watchung, N.J. 07069 Equal Housing Opportunity Current Listings Info Luxury New Homes Custom Build A New Home Land & Building LotsNew Jersey EstatesAll New Jersey HomesReal Estate Listings BlogsReal Estate Info BlogsOpen Houses & Directions... 11/09/2009

Listening is one of the most important skills you can have. How well you listen has a major impact on your job effectiveness, and on the quality of your relationships with others. We listen to obtain information. We listen to understand. We listen for enjoyment. We listen to learn. Given all this listening we do, you would think we'd be good at it! In fact we're not. Depending on the study being quoted, we remember a dismal 25-50% of what we hear. That means that when you talk to your boss, colleagues, customers or spouse for 10 minutes, they only really hear 2½-5 minutes of the conversation. Read more: http://www.mindtools.com/CommSkll/ActiveListening.htm Paul Stillwaggon, For All Your Real Estate Needs Contact New Jersey EstatesReal Estate Group E-mail: njestates@gmail.comWeb: http://... 11/07/2009

LUXURY HOMES READY TO MOVE IN 1 TO 2 MONTHS IN WARREN & WATCHUNG AREA OF NJCALL PAUL STILLWAGGON 908-310-1358 (CELL) CLICK ON LOGO & PICTURES FOR MORE INFO CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO (SOLD) http://www.newjerseyestates.net/indwd106.htm CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO(OPEN SUN) http://www.newjerseyestates.net/indok126.htm CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO(OPEN SUN) http://www.newjerseyestates.net/indstfd2.htm COMPLETE INFO UPDATED DAILY Current Listings Info Luxury New Homes Custom Build A New Home Land & Building Lots New Jersey Estates All New Jersey Homes Real Estate Listings Blogs Real Estate Info Blogs OPEN HOUSES & DIRECTIONS Our Testimonial Letters Going Green/ Complete Info Twitter Updates follow us on Twitter New Jersey Estates/ Weichert Realtors Watchung Office 908-561-5492 Somerset County NJ Rea... 10/31/2009

What does being a "Master of your Market" mean? I believe it means that if someone tells you where they live, you get a mental image of their neighborhood or subdivision or condo building. You may not necessarily know how big their house is or what year it was built, but you can probably guess within a decade or two, and you have a general sense of the overall ambience, what amenities are nearby and even a personal anecdote or two about the area you can toss out.   What being a Master of your Market doesn't mean is that you're a walking encyclopedia of facts, figures and statistics. No amount of research sitting behind your desk will give you the level of intimacy and familiarity with your market that you'll need to be a master of it. Again, a good definition of a market master is the a... 10/30/2009

OPEN SUNDAY 1-5 CLICK ON PICTURES FOR MORE PICTURES & COMPLETE INFO/ FLOOR PLANSMORE OPEN HOUSES & DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW French Inspired Estate [6 Bedrooms, 4½ Baths]52 Geiger LaneWarren, Somerset County, NJ $1,900,000 (Open By Appointment) Luxury New Home Avail. 60 Days [6 Bedrooms, 5½ Baths]126 OAKWOOD ROAD WESTWatchung, Somerset County, NJ $1,849,000 (Open Sun) New Home Avail. 60 Days [4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths]91A MORNING GLORY ROAD Warren, Somerset County, NJ $800,000 (Open Sun) COMPLETE INFO UPDATED DAILY Current Listings Info Luxury New Homes Custom Build A New Home Land & Building Lots New Jersey Estates All New Jersey Homes Real Estate Listings Blogs Real Estate Info Blogs Open Houses & Directions Our Testimonial Letters Going Green/ Complete Info Follow us on Twitter Somerset Co... 10/25/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJ DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Four Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOOD... 10/16/2009

What type of investment real estate has been holding up best in tough economic times? Everybody's heard of the problems in commercial and retail - but how about multifamily apartments? You just might be surprised. New Jersey Estates/Real Estate Group Paul Stillwaggon September 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved. According to National Association of Realtors research economist George Ratiu, while almost every type of commercial or income property has had a rough going in the past two years, "the (rental) apartment sector continues to maintain a stronger performance compared with other sectors." Those include office buildings, which have seen widespread property value declines -- and retail real estate, which has bee... 09/24/2009

There are few homes as special as this four bedroom, two and a half bath sophisticated, sprawling ranch. It has been renovated with the best of quality materials throughout and features detailed mouldings and half walls with architectural columns.Upon entry you can look ahead through the double French doors to a very spacious rear yard with patio and built in barbecue. The home is nestled on a quiet street, with over an acre of property that extends well beyond the fenced area, allowing for privacy and quiet enjoyment. Only in the prestigious Watchung Mountains would one find century old trees providing a gorgeous natural setting that captures the traditional yet unassuming charm of this wonderful residence. Everything is here....it just awaits your personal touch! CLICK ON PICTURE FOR ... 09/15/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJ DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Four Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOOD... 09/11/2009

I am pleased to announce that we hired 3 new agents this week. We are starting to see results from our recruiting efforts primarily because of our outstanding business model. We have 3 agent interviews scheduled for nexst week. We are attracting quality agents who recognize the value we are offering. In addition, our Agent Asset Development Program is proving to be a tremendous asset to our company and our agents. If you are an agent looking for long term success with up to 95% commission with no monthly office fees, you owe it to yourself to visit with us and see the difference.   09/11/2009

There's some new research that sheds light on why real estate consumers pick up and move. Not surprisingly, most do so to better their lives. According to Relocation.com, the a leading online consumer resource for moving services, 50 percent of people who recently moved did so to improve their living situation, whether to move into a bigger home or move to a better neighborhood. The results of Relocation.com's most recent survey, conducted in June, is a dramatic reversal from a similar Relocation.com survey in March 2009 that found the recession played a much larger role in the decision to move. New Jersey Estates/Real Estate Group Paul Stillwaggon September 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved. As the primary reason... 09/02/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJ DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Four Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOOD... 08/29/2009

Encouraging numbers on the real estate front, including new housing construction and sales of existing homes, continue to point toward a sustained recovery in the months ahead. Home builders -- who had been the most depressed segment of the real estate industry for the past two years -- are pulling permits again and starting to put up new houses. New Jersey Estates/Weichert Realtors Paul Stillwaggon & Pat Cornish August 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved The Commerce Department reports that single family starts last month were up nearly two percent over the prior month, while permits for future construction jumped by six percent. Starts and permits are now at their highest levels in ten months. Meanwhile, existing ... 08/24/2009

The House and Senate may have left Capitol Hill for their August break, but housing lobbyists are busy at work gearing up a major campaign to extend the $8,000 home buyer tax credit. The credit for first-time purchasers is scheduled to expire November 30. The National Association of Home Builders and the National Association of Realtors want to persuade Congress to nail down an extension of the credit, and maybe even broaden its coverage, as soon as possible. New Jersey Estates/Weichert Realtors Paul Stillwaggon & Pat Cornish August 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved. The home builders are mounting an aggressive campaign during the congressional recess. The association is sending out local teams of members to meet ... 08/17/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJ DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Three Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOO... 08/15/2009

Last week's 3.6 percent increase in pending sales marked the fifth consecutive month of positive news from this key leading indicator, the first time there's been a string that long since 2003. New Jersey Estates/Weichert Realtors Paul Stillwaggon & Pat Cornish August 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved. Steady jumps in pending home sales and low interest rates continue to lead housing out of the doldrums into growth mode -- and even toward price increases in some hard-hit markets as well. Last week's 3.6 percent increase in pending sales marked the fifth consecutive month of positive news from this key leading indicator, the first time there's been a string that long since 2003. Every region of the country saw incr... 08/11/2009

In this age of cynicism and disbelief, it is more than welcoming to bear witness to an organization that practices what it preaches, especially when it results in a win-win for the people and the community at-large. Last month, the Washington-DC-based headquarters of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) was announced as the first project to receive its Platinum certification under the latest version of the LEED green building rating system. New Jersey Estates/Weichert Realtors Paul Stillwaggon & Pat Cornish August 2009 LINKING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGYTO OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Copyright © 2009 Realty TimesAll Rights Reserved. The new headquarters, located in the Foggy Bottom district of Northwest Washington, D.C. which is conveniently situated less than a half-mile from four Metro station... 08/05/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJDIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Three Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOOD... 07/24/2009

126 OAKWOOD RD WEST, WATCHUNG, NJ DIRECTIONS IN LINKS BELOW This residence clearly symbolizes the million-dollar-plus homes that are found in the semi-rural atmosphere of Somerset County. The exceptional craftsmanship in this residence is a representation of the outstanding construction one would expect from "Elite Properties LLC". Detailed moldings quality cabinetry and the perfect floor plan exemplify the attention to detail that is considered before beginning this "Estate Quality" residence. The first floor includes a Sun Filled Library, Guest Room with a full bath, Living Room, Dining Room, Breakfast Room and 25 x 18 Family Room. The second level, along with Three Additional Bedrooms offers a Master Bedroom Suite suited for royalty. LUXURY NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON PRIVATE WOO... 07/10/2009

There are few homes as special as this four bedroom, two and a half bath sophisticated, sprawling ranch. It has been renovated with the best of quality materials throughout and features detailed mouldings and half walls with architectural columns. Upon entry you can look ahead through the double French doors to a very spacious rear yard with patio and built in barbecue. The home is nestled on a circular drive on a quiet street, with 1 1/2 acres of property that extends well beyond the fenced back yard area, allowing for privacy and quiet enjoyment. Only in the prestigious Watchung Mountains would one find century old trees providing a gorgeous natural setting that captures the traditional yet unassuming charm of this wonderful residence. Everything is here....it just awaits your person... 06/28/2009