The New Long & Foster Real Estate Office Open & Selling Homes!!! The Office Is Located At 523 West Broad Street Quakertown, PA 18951.OPEN 7 Days A Week!!!The Hours Are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 9:00-4:00 Call Us At 215-536-7070 Stop In or Give Us A Call And Receive Excellent Customer Service And Knowledgable Real Estate Agents To Help You Buy Your Next  Or Sell Your Current One! Ask For Marcie Purcell Direct: 215-534-2539 & Linda Tremblay Direct:215-534-2369 06/13/2009

The Quakertown Veterinary Clinic located on Old Bethlehem Pike is holding its annual Pet Fair this Saturday, June 6 from 10am until 2pm.  There is plenty to do for all ages and both admission and parking are free. For the younger ones, there are free pony rides, a free petting zoo, and a coloring contest for children in kindergarden to fifth grade.  In the areana, there are obedience demonstrations, K-9 Police Demonstrations, information on creating a relationship with your pet and much more. There will also be vendors with pet products, rescue agencies and other vendors.    Stop on over and enjoy the pet fair help by Quakertown Veterinary Hospital.  They specialize in pet care, pet boarding, doggie day care (my puppy Chance loves it), pet training, or of course baths & nail clipping. I... 06/05/2009

I have been using Growth Leader now for a short while.  Early on, I met two leads that came directly from the advertising and marketing of Growth Leader. We talked through the email on the Vision web site for a while, and then we planed to meet.  We looked at 8 homes on our first visit.  One of them was special. A couple weeks later, we had our second shopping trip.  We visited the special home last. Today, we had the final walk through, and the closing of this home.  This young couple are first time home buyers, and are looking forward in taking advantage of their $8,000 tax credit from Uncle Sam! How wonderful this system is.  We have a young couple, just graduating from graduate school this week.  And now they have a new home.  The wedding is coming soon as well. Congratulations to t... 05/26/2009

You've Already Made The Decision That Buying A Home Is What You Want To Do. You Realize This Is A Good Time To Buy & Are Ready For The Responsibility. Next You Go To Your Computer & Start The Search.  You go to the real estate sites in your area that come up and start tagging the homes that fit your price range and style you are looking for.  You pick up your phone make an appointment to see one. You drive thru the neighborhood then go to the home. The agents there to meet you and you walk thru the house and are now disappointed on the size or condition. The agents ask you questions but are you sure this agent is going to be the best one for you? Here are some ways to get an agent that will work for you and make you feel comfortable as a buyer By Referral! Do you know anyone who bought ... 05/12/2009

The annual Arts Aive Festival will be held on Saturday May 16, 2009 from 10am until 5 pm. A section of Quakertown Borough will be closed to traffic to accommodate the many artists and visitors that are planning on attending.  Broad Street will be closed from 4th St to Hellertown Ave.  The event will be held rain or shine. In case of rain, the festival will be held at Strayer Middle School on Ronald Reagen Drive. This annual event offers something for those of all ages. There are local artists showing their work in painting, pottery, glass, sculpture, music crafts and more.  Dancers and bands will be performing on the main stage located at 300 West Broad Street and additional performances on East Broad Street.  There will be strolling performers, karate demonstrations, and live demonstra... 05/11/2009

Remember the Saturday Night Live skit?  Well, Growth Leader and Active Rain have been berry berry good to me! What is the best testimonial?   Money in my pocket!!  I am now #1 in my town in sales according to the local MLS!!!   I have decided to continue with this Growth Leader program at the end of my free trial period.  I was chosen by the leaders of Active Rain in Seattle, to be the first in the TREND MLS AREA, and the FIRST in all of Pennsylvania to be the poster child for GROWTH LEADER!  I have received dozens of calls from Realtors from all over America, asking my opinion on Growth Leader.  I work Growth Leader each and every day.  I get a steady stream of leads from the advertising that drives leads to my web site.  I also have each of my buyer leads that I have,  use my Growth L... 04/29/2009

This is a great video that explains the first time home buyer tax credit for 2009. In case you haven't seen this, here's a great video explaining the $8000 tax credit... Congress Enacts Bigger and Better Home Buyer Tax Credit A tax credit of up to $8,000 is now available for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. Unlike the tax credit enacted in 2008, the new credit does not have to be repaid. 04/15/2009

Clock Is Ticking For First-Time Home Buyers 4/8/2009 With mortgage rates at record lows and the $8,000 first-time home-buyer credit set to expire Nov. 30, Ronald Phipps, first vice president of the National Association of Realtors, explains to Kelsey Hubbard why now is a good time to enter the housing market.With mortgage rates at record lows and the $8,000 first-time home-buyer credit set to expire Nov. 30, Ronald Phipps, first vice president of the National Association of Realtors, explains to Kelsey Hubbard why now is a good time to enter the housing market.With mortgage rates at record lows and the $8,000 first-time home-buyer credit set to expire Nov. 30, Ronald Phipps, first vice president of the National Association of Realtors, explains to Kelsey Hubbard why now is a good time t... 04/11/2009

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This blog was written by my partner, Marcie Purcell. Beaver Run Village Townhomes In Quakertown, Bucks County PA Beaver Run Village Is Located In Richland Township In The Quakertown Community. This Neighborhood Is Off Of Station Road. They Were Built By Ryan Homes & 3-6 Years Old. They Are Designed To Have 3 Stories. The Ground Floor Has A Garage and Either A Finished Area or an Unfinished Storage Area. They Are Like A Basement Which Are Above Ground And May Have A Walkout. The Main Level Is A Kitchen, Living Room & Options On Some Models Have A Sunroom. There is Also A Power Room. There Could Be A Deck To Relax Or Entertain Your Friends And Family. The Third Level has 3 Bedrooms & Either 1 or 2 Full Baths. The Square Footage Of These Home Range from 2128 thru 2520. There Is An Associat... 04/07/2009

Raven's Nest  625 Old Bethlehem Road Quakertown, PA 18951 215-536-5369 18th Annual Music Marathon Saturday April 11th 2009 1:00 P.M. Until Closing!  $10 Cover Charge Must Be 21 To Enter & ID Required Smoking Permitted COME SEE THESE BANDS ~Chicago Carl ~ Johnny Charles Blues Band ~ Blue Money ~ Heart Fulla Bluz ~ ~ Nortorious Groove ~ James Supra Blues Band~ Don Mayer Band ~ Slim Bob and The Electrics~ Directions From MAPQUEST Learn More About Haycock Township, The Raven's Nest, And Quakertown Area Real Estate,                  Visit Homes In Haycock or Contact Marcie Purcell 215-534-2539 Or Linda Tremblay 215-534-2369 04/06/2009

Beaver Run Village Is Located In Richland Township In The Quakertown Community. This Neighborhood Is Off Of Station Road. They Were Built By Ryan Homes & 3-6 Years Old. They Are Designed To Have 3 Stories. The Ground Floor Has A Garage and Either A Finished Area or an Unfinished Storage Area. They Are Like A Basement Which Are Above Ground And May Have A Walkout. The Main Level Is A Kitchen, Living Room & Options On Some Models Have A Sunroom. There is Also A Power Room. There Could Be A Deck To Relax Or Entertain Your Friends And Family. The Third Level has 3 Bedrooms & Either 1 or 2 Full Baths. The Square Footage Of These Home Range from 2128 thru 2520. There Is An Association Fee Of $82 per month. The Annual Taxes Are Ranging Around $3700-$5500. The Interior Features Can Include Hard... 03/25/2009

Is Floor time, or Opportunity Time a Waste of Time? Floor Time: I always come to my floor time with tons of work to do.  If I get a call, it is a bonus.  If someone walks through the front door, it is a bigger bonus!  Never plan to make a living on the floor calls.  I have sat many of a floor time shift, where the phone  has never rung.   However, One morning, a couple came in the front door during my floor time and wanted to list their property which sat on 14 acres.  I was the only one in the office as it was a Saturday morning.  I closed the office, and went to their property with them.  In two days, I had it listed for 799K, and within a month, I also had the buyer.  It went to closing and was a SWEET deal. Just last week, a woman called when I was on the floor and said " I want to ... 03/24/2009

 I buyer I am taking out tomorrow said this statement to me today. I have worked with these buyers for a few years. We have homes under contract but something seems to not be right. In their heart I believe they really want to find that home but they are always thinking of building what they want. What has stopped them I guess at this point is finding that right piece of dirt. Tomorrow there are 3 on the list. There were two nice ranchers with a dining room, updated kitchen, and sunroom which are all on the list of must haves. When she called to see it I had to let her know that one sold in 10 days! So the market must be picking up. Yes it is. BUT WHY YOU ASK? 1)  We had to have a little head start to the spring market since our fall market was not so hot. It was pretty chilly in the sa... 03/08/2009

Spring Meadow Estates is located in Richland Township, just outside the Borough of Quakertown.  This developement of single family homes was built by Judd Builders around 2002-2004.  These three or four bedroom colonials feature two and a half baths, full basements, gas heat, central air, attached garages, public water and sewer. The homes are situated on between .15 and .30 acre lots. The square footage is usually between 2000-3000, depending on the model.  The sale prices within the last year have been anywhere between $275,000 and $350,000. This development is located within the Quakertown Community School District, close to shopping and major roads. If you would like to buy or sell a home in Soring Meadow Estates or neighborhoods in the Quakertown real estate market, please call Lin... 03/04/2009

I Been Talking With Many Of People Who Aren't Sure What To Do Because Of The Economy. These Are People Who Want To Own A Home Buy Aren't Sure Its For Them. To Take The Pludge Now Could Be Scare Or Will Benefit In You In The Future. In Bucks and Montgomery Counties In Pennsylvania We Are Near Cities Like Philadelphia And Allentown. There Are Layoffs Here But Our Market Is Not As Bad As Others. We Don't Have Whole Neighborhoods In Foreclosure. There Aren't Many Houses Sitting Vacant That Were Abandon By The Homeowner. Commuting To Work In New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Other Counties In Pennsylvania Is Always An Option. Work Can Be Found. It May Not Be In Your Field At First But Change Can Be Good Also. Buying In 2009 Could Be The Best Thing Yet. Rates Are Low And Home Prices Are Low... 02/27/2009

It Is A Buyer's Market And Rates Are Lows, But That's Not All You Need To Know. Here Are Tips And Situations That Could Make You A Great Buyer. 1) Getting Preapproved For A Mortgage. Your Credit, Income, Down Payment, & Debt To Loan Value Will Come Into Play. If You Have A Car Payment And Credit Card Debt You May Need To Reduce It To Buy What You Want. Will You Need A Sellers Assist For Closing Cost? 2) Not Every Seller Is Desperate. There Are Sellers With Equity In There Houses. They Also Have Realized It Is A Great Time To Buy. If They Bought There Home 10 Years Ago Then Life May Have Changed For Them. Marriage, Kids, Better Jobs/More Income... Warning: Low Balling Your Offer Could Offend The Seller. 3) Depending On Your Price Range There Could Be More Then One Offer. Also If It Looks... 02/14/2009

In Today's Market There Are People Who Know It Is A Great Time To Buy But Can't. The Main Reasons I Hear Are They Don't Have Enough Down Payment Saved, Their Credit Score Isn't High Enough, And They Have Too Much Debt. Instead Of Getting Discourage What Can They Do? Here Are Few Thoughts That May Help. All Of These Are Personal Choices And Can Work For Each Individual. Now Some Of These Aren't Easy To Do But The Sacrifice You Make Now Could Make Your Dream To Be A Homeowner Come True. Getting A Second Job To Save More Money Or Pay Down Debt.This Could Be Something You Like Doing, But Pays You. Horse Riding Lessons, Cleaning, Bartending, Art or Music Lessons. A Few Hours A Week May Make A Difference. This Doesn't Have To Be Forever Or You Could Find It Could Open Another Career Choice. I... 02/04/2009

I received a call on one of my rentals, which I have listed on the Craigs List.  We talked a bit, and I made an appointment to meet him and his family at this 38 acre horse farm we have listed. Yesterday, we all met and toured the 244 year old home, and horse barn.  ..... And I asked... Why would you pay $2500 a month for rent when you could buy a home with these low interest rates.???  I think I knew the answer. They own a home now, for which they are underwater.,  I have worked with clients in the past, that really needed a good Realtor.  This is a great family with several young children, pets and horses!  And they needed my help! So today I met them at their home, and listed their home for a short sale.  I am so glad th... 01/25/2009

Here are the market statistics for the fourth quarter of 2008 compared to the fourth quarter of 2007 for the Quakertown School District.  The district is comprised of the following municipalities: Milford Township, Richland Township, Richlandtown Borough, Quakertown Borough, Trumbauersville Borough, & Haycock Township. These statistics are based on residential sales between $100,000 and $1,000,000 and do not include multi-family or commercial real estate. As you can see the average sold price was $229,414, there were 65 units sold, and it took on average 83 days to sell a home. Historically this is the slowest time of the year for real estate.  Date Units Listed Listed Volume Listed Average Pended Units Sold Sold Volume Sold Average Average DOM Dec 2008 28 8,212,690 293,310 16 28 6,332,... 01/03/2009