January 20, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Albert Pike:  “A man should live with his superiors as he does with his fire:  not too near, lest he burn; nor too far off, lest he freeze.”  (Fred)  “We always gravitate toward our own comfort zone:  sometimes greatness commands us to leave that zone.”

Happy Martin Luther King Day!

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS #600296-From $79,000 to $60,000.  Here is a Seaford, DE Rancher under Guardianship of the Court-Sold AS IS.  The home has 3 BR, 1 BA, in 1100 sq. ft. on .22 acre.  The neighborhood averages about 135K.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 20, 2014

January 17, 2014

Today’s food for thought is from Adam Smith:  “The robot is going to lose.  Not by much.  But when the final score is tallied, flesh and blood is going to beat the damn monster.”  (Fred)  “We are approaching this conflict,  my money is on us, as it should be.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS # 609321-From $164,900 to $139,900.  A Millsboro DE Freddie Mac End Unit Town Home with 3 BR, 3.5 BA in 1800 sq. ft. that has new paint, carpet, and the third floor has a BA and could be a 4th BR.  Call me to see this Bargain at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 17, 2014

January 15, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Adam Smith:  “Science is the great antidote of enthusiasm and superstition.”  (Fred)  “Science is helpful in the sense that we might understand the physical world around us, but for values it is problematic.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS # 608584-From $289,900 to $279,900.  A Millsboro DE home with 3 BR, 2 BA, in 1971 sq. ft. on .49 acre which boasts an open floor plan, a breakfast kook, an oversized 2 car garage, a 23’x16’ deck, patio and an outside shower.  Call me to see this Bargain at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 15, 2014

January 14, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Adam Smith:  “On the road from the City of Skepticism, I had to pass through the Valley of Ambiguity.”  (Fred)  “Ambiguity confuses everyone, it is an instrument of those who seek control.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS # 608822-From $233,425 to $220,000.  A Georgetown DE Cape Cod with 3 BR, 2 BA in 1900 sq. ft. on .41 acres (Double Lot) which has a gas FP, large family room, a 1 car detached garage, patio and a fenced yard.  Call me to see this bargain at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.com

January 14, 2014

January 13, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Abraham Lincoln:  “America will never be destroyed from the outside.  If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroy ourselves.”  (Fred)  “With time comes change, but our core values MUST be maintained or we will go the way of Rome or any other great society in years past.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS # 607655-From $179,000 to $169,000.  A Greenwood DE Class C Home with 4 BR, 2 BA in 1456 sq. ft. on 5 acres that boasts, new flooring, new Appliances, new roof and a 24’x 24’ garage with a 2nd floor.  Call me @ 302 258-6983 to see this Bargain.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 13, 2014

January 10, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Abraham Lincoln:  “A house divided against itself cannot stand.”  (Fred)  “If Old Abe could see his Party today, it is worse than in his day.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) Pick of the day is MLS # 606066-From $499,900 to $454,000.  A Bethany Beach De, Townhome with 3 BR, 2.5 BA has been reduced.  The community has Tennis, Swimming, Walking Trails, Lake Privileges, and Security.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 10, 2014

January 7, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Abigail Adams:  “Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.”  (Fred)  “Learning is a lifelong task which should not be ignored.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 608020-From $125,000 to $115,000.  A quaint cottage across the street from the Indian River in Oak Orchard DE, which has 3 BR, 1.5 BA on a 50’ x 180’ lot.  You can use it for a permanent or vacation home.  Call me to see this home @ 302-258-6983.  www.fredsporch.com.January 7, 2014

January 6, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Aaron Burr:  “The rule of my life is to make business a pleasure, and pleasure my business.”  (Fred) “By all means make your business a pleasure, we always do better if work is a pleasure.”

Fred’s pick of the Day is MLS # 608362-From $119,000 to $109,000.  A cute 4 BR, 1BA Bungalow in Blades has been reduced.  This home is 1400 sq. ft. large and is perfect for first time home buyers or retirees.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 6, 2014

January 3, 2014

The first thought for the day 2014 is from James Madison:  Philosophy is common sense with big words.”  (Fred)  “Philosophy uses large words in an effort to confuse us in our efforts to solve insolvable questions.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 608719-From $275,000 to $268,000.  A Seaford DE, Rancher with 4 BR, 2 BA, in 2100 sq. ft. on 1.67 acres is available.  The home boasts new windows, new Master Bath, fireplace and a rear screened-in porch.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6893.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 3, 2013

December 13, 2013

Today’ food for thought is from Fred Sponseller:  “Another year in the can.  Now we can make resolutions for 2014.  Just keep one—do better!”

Fred’s last pick of the year is MLS # 609640-$109,900.  Fall in Love with the Price, and when you see the Home you will ask where to sign.  It is rare to find; this combination of an Outstanding Home at an Affordable Price.  With 3 BR, 2 BA, in 1456 sq. ft. situated on a double lot (.34 acres) this home fills in all the must have items.  The major upgrades (Roof, HVAC, Paint) make this home essentially free of major repairs for many years to come.  Call me to see this gem at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comLiving RM-1

December 30, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Henry David Thoreau:  “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”  (Fred)  “Smart hard work is the foundation of success.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 606872-From $724,900 to $649,000.  A Coastal Colonial in Dagsboro, DE which has 5 BR, 4.5 BA in 3196 sq. ft. on .22 acres is available.  The home features a wrap-around 2nd floor porch, and a custom floor plan.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 20, 2013

December 23, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Henry Adams:  “All experience is an arch, to build upon.  (Fred)  “If we don’t learn from our experiences our building blocks will be unsuitable.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 609127-From $168,000 to $159,900.  A Seaford Rancher which is bank owned property, Sold AS IS, which has 3 BR, 2BA, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen with Corian Countertops, a Family Rm, a 3 Season Rm all in 1744 sq. ft. on .5 acre.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 23, 2013

December 20, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Fred Sponseller:  “The hardest things in life are to find the right mate, to use your talents to their upmost potential, and to know what is enough.”  (Fred)  “I have been blessed with the right mate for 42 years (Happy Anniversary Donna), have used my talents well, and have enough to be happy.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 608611-From $1,879,000 to $1,789,000.  A Bethany Beach DE waterfront home that has a 3 boat slip, boat and jet ski lift, in-ground heated pool and hot tub, 2 master suites and 3 BR with an en suite, gourmet kitchen, 2 living areas and an elevator.  Call me to see this grand home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 20, 2013

December 18, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Henri Frederic Amiel:  “Work while you have the light.  You are responsible for the talent that has been entrusted to you.”  (Fred)  “To not use the talent given you is a great travesty.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 609155-From $289,000 to $275,000.  A Milton DE Colonial with 3 BR, 2.5 BA, in 2400 sq. ft. on .12 acre is now available.  Built in 2008 this home has been maintained in a as new condition.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 18, 2013

December 17, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Harriet Tubman:  “Every great dream begins with a dreamer.”  (Fred)  “Dreamers with persistence usually become successful.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 607123-From $129,900 to $124,900.  An in-town Georgetown, DE Rancher that is a Short Sale is waiting for a new owner.  This home will provide plenty of work for that DYI guy or gal.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 17, 2013

December 16, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Harriet Tubman:  “I freed a thousand slaves I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves.”  (Fred)  “They are many types of slavery, only the obvious are illegal.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 607863-From $135,000 to $121,500.  A Bethel DE Farm House is going to Auction 12/22/2013.  The home has 3 BR, 2 BA, on .79 acre, a new kitchen, updated BR’s, living room and dining room and one bath that needs rehab.  A 5% buyer’s Premium will apply.  Call me to see this diamond in the rough at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 16, 2013

December 13, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Hector Hugh Munro:  It’s no use growing older if you only learn new ways of misbehaving yourself.”  (Fred)  “Is this only the bad die young?”

December 13, 2013Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 606867-From $699,900 to $649,900.  A charming 1900’s Colonial in downtown Lewes, DE which has 3 BR, 3 BA on .12 acres is available.  The home has HW floors, exposed beams, open kitchen with island, a gas fireplace, a master suite with a sitting room, and a patio with pool and waterfall.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this gem.   www.fredsporch.com

December 11, 2013

December 11, 2013Today’s food for thought is from Harry Banks:  If at first you do succeed – try to hide your astonishment.”  (Fred)  “I love being astonished.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS #605935-From $382,000 to $381,000.  A Lewes DE rancher with 3 BR, 2 BA in 2100 sq. ft. on 3.34 acres is available.  The home has just been updated with new paint, plumbing fixtures, appliances, countertops and hardwood flooring.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.com

December 10, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Gustave Flaubert:  “Nothing is more humiliating than to see idiots succeed in enterprises we have failed in.”  (Fred)  “Our failures should be our lessons learned and idiots have the lord to protect them-don’t be jealous.”

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 605410-From $339,000 to $319,000.  A Contemporary 4 BR, 2.5 BA home in Ocean View, DE has been reduced.  The home is in excellent shape and is only 2 miles to the Ocean.  Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this home.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 10, 2013

December 9, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Gustave Flaubert:  “I love good sense above all, perhaps because I have none.”  (Fred)  “Good sense keeps us grounded, but don’t let it stop dreaming.”

 

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS # 607854-From $127,900 to $124,900.  A newer home in Delmar, DE with 3 BR, 2 BA that has SS appliances, new flooring, countertops and a first floor Master Suite is now available.  Call me  at 302 258-6983 to see this home.  www.fredsporch.comDecember 9, 2013