Sussex County Real Estate Matters – Affecting Seaford, Georgetown, Lauel, Milton, Delmar, Bridgevil
Today’s food for thought is from Friedrich Nietzsche: â€Woman was God’s second mistake.â€Â “Sounds like Nietzsche were the first Sierra Club member.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 582628. A Bay front home in Slaughter Beach, DE, just reduced to $625,000. The home has 2 BR, 2 BA home on pilings has incredible views of the Bay and refuge. Call me to see the home @ 302 258-6983. Fred
Are you looking for some creative ways to dress up your windows? Check out these ideas…
Think Outside the Drapes
If you want something a bit more creative, think about using lovely pillow cases, vintage tablecloths, or other beautiful piece of fabric that you have and turn them into curtains with just a few snips & stitches. A quick google search will give you all the instructions you need!
Are you looking for some creative ways to dress up your windows? Check out these ideas…
Think Outside the Drapes
If you want something a bit more creative, think about using lovely pillow cases, vintage tablecloths, or other beautiful piece of fabric that you have and turn them into curtains with just a few snips & stitches. A quick google search will give you all the instructions you need!Â
Dress It Up
By adding color & texture to your curtains you will give them a whole new life. A quick, easy way to do this is by accessorizing your curtains. Adding a contrasting tie-back to a curtain is a lot like adding a tie or necklace to an outfit… it dresses it up and gives it final touch. Another creative idea is to buy matching women’s pashminas or dress scarves and drape them over the top of the curtains (as pictured above) to give them a splash of color or pattern.Â
Personalize It
There are many ways to personalize window treatments. You can stencil or paint, add buttons, bows, or flowers, trim them with ribbon, add a contrasting fabric panel to the top or bottom, use ribbon or fabric to add stripes, and much more. There’s really no limit to what you can do. Just think about your dream window treatments and chances are you can make them happen!
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266!
Today’s food for thought is from Arthur Wellesley: “Being born in a stable does not make one a horse.â€Â “Where one is born has no correlation to where one is at death.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 595479. This bank owned property in Laurel, DE needs some TLC but is a bargain at $136.000. The home has 3BR, 2BA in over 1500 sq. ft. There are three out buildings with one at 55’ x 27’, a fenced area and a nice patio. Call me if you want to see this gem at 302 258-6983. Fred
If you’re thinking of moving to Sussex County, Seaford is worth a look. With great schools, community activities throughout the year, and a thriving downtown area, Seaford is one of America’s best small towns! If you think Seaford might be an ideal location for you, check out these great homes…
If you’re thinking of moving to Sussex County, Seaford is worth a look. With great schools, community activities throughout the year, and a thriving downtown area, Seaford is one of America’s best small towns! If you think Seaford might be an ideal location for you, check out these great homes:Â
24232 Beaver Dam Drive
This charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home includes a formal dining room, family room, screened-in pation, and laundry room. This home features hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces, walk-in closets, and includes all appliances.  This beautiful colonial is listed for $169,900.Â
200 Clearbrooke Boulevard
This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features over 1800 square feet of living space on just under half an acre. This home features dual master bedrooms, walk-in closets, insulated doors & windows, and 2 car garage. This lovely Cape Cod-style home is listed for $187,000.Â
Interested in one of these homes, or perhaps others in the area? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and let us help you find your dream home – 302-629-6693.
Today’s food for thought is from Plato: “Any man may easily do harm, but not every man can do good to another.â€Â “Why is that?â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 582791. This mid-century 3BR, 2BA, brick rancher is a bargain at $145,000. Assets are hardwood floors under the carpet and a new HVAC. Call me @ 302 258-6983 if you want to see it. Fred
Georgetown is described by its Chamber of Commerce as a “community with small town charm, historic appeal, cultural diversity and excellent educational facilities-just west of Delaware’s award winning beaches, just 16 miles from anywhere in Sussex County!†If this ideal location sounds good to you, check out these two properties…
Georgetown is described by its Chamber of Commerce as a “community with small town charm, historic appeal, cultural diversity and excellent educational facilities-just west of Delaware’s award winning beaches, just 16 miles from anywhere in Sussex County!â€Â If this ideal location sounds good to you, check out these two properties:
11 Jacqueline Drive
This 3 bed, 2.5 bath townhome is just over 1500 square feet of living space in the beautifully maintained, traditional community of Northgate Court. It offers a convenient open floor plan, beautiful spacious kitchen, breakfast bar, back deck, laundry room, basement, and much more, and is currently listed for $160,000. For more info and pictures, check out this link.
16 Mulberry, Unit 19
This 3 bed, 2 bath townhome offers plenty of living space in the Village of Cinderberry, an active 50+ community. This home offers a dining room, laundry room, and attached garage as well as plenty of other amenities, including use of the community clubhouse and pool. This home is currently listed for $195,000. For more info and pictures, check out this link.
If you are interested in either one of these homes, or in looking at other homes in Georgetown or the surrounding areas, give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-856-6434.
Looking for a new place to call home? This 4 bedroom, 2 bath option could be just the ticket!
Looking for a new place to call home? The historic town of Laurel might be the place for you. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath option could be just the ticket! With just over 1,300 square feet of living space on a little more than one acre of property includes hardwood floors, a 3-car garage, and an enclosed patio in addition to 4 bedrooms, kitchen, formal dining room, laundry room and more. This charming home in historic Laurel is on the market for $130,000. Check out this link for more information and photos.
Want to know more about this home? Interested in buying or selling a home in Laurel or the surrounding areas? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and let us help you – 302-629-6693.
The truth is, no matter who you are, hiring a maid service can give you a little extra time to spend on more enjoyable things! If you’ve been thinking of hiring a maid service, here are a few things to keep in mind…
If you’re like most of the people I know, you probably love your home but hate cleaning it! More and more people are hiring maid services to help them out – some people hire help with the day-to-day cleaning and others hire help to come in once a month, or even less frequently. The truth is, no matter who you are, hiring a maid service can give you a little extra time to spend on more enjoyable things! If you’ve been thinking of hiring a maid service, here are a few things to keep in mind…
Insurance & Bonding
Make sure the company you hire is insured. Your homeowners insurance may or may not cover an accident that occurs while I maid is working for you – for example if she slips and falls while mopping the floor, so the company you hire should have coverage that protects both the company and employees, but also your home. Bonding is different than insurance – be sure that the company protects you and not just themselves in case of a problem like theft.
Hiring & References
Make sure the employees references and criminal background have been checked. Find out if the maids are employees or subcontractors – generally speaking, you want a company that has employees. If the workers are subcontractors be sure they are trained and insured. Find out how long the company has been in business and ask for a list of references. Call references and ask how long they’ve used the company, if they’ve ever had complaints and how they’ve been handled, and how highly they would recommend the service.
Customer Satisfaction
When calling references, find out how satisfied they are as customers. Also ask if the company has any measures of customer satisfaction (but be sure to find out how they collected the data – it doesn’t mean much if the only customers they report are the ones that have given glowing testimonials!). If the company cares about customer satisfaction and goes out of their way to measure it, they are probably the kind of company that will care about you.  While you’re at it, you should also find out how the company measures quality of service and how they assure that quality is maintained. You want to make sure that whoever is working for you is working up to the standards you expect. In the case of complaints, you will want to know if there is some kind of guarantee. Make sure any guarantees are in writing and whether or not there are limitations. Find out before you hire a maid or a service how complaints are handled and how long issues usually take to be resolved.
Products & Equipment
Find out who is responsible for providing products & equipment. Some services provide their own supplies, while others expect you to provide everything. If products are provided by the company keep in mind that many cleaning products contain harsh chemicals and/or poisons. Be sure that everything the company uses is safe for pets and kids. Even if you don’t have pets or children running around your house, as a rule you should avoid unsafe products for yourself too! If the company uses environmentally friendly products, be sure they will still be effective for cleaning and disinfecting purposes. Find out exactly what equipment the company expects you to provide (mop? vacuum? broom? rags? buckets? – and the list continues) and make sure you have it. If the service provides their own equipment find out their policy for keeping things clean and up to date. For example, if they use a vacuum with a dirty filter it isn’t going to do much good. Similarly, you don’t want them using dirty rags that have only been rinsed clean to wipe down your kitchen counters. If the company provides products and equipment, but you would rather provide your own, make sure that there is a policy in place for you to do so.
Legality
When you hire a cleaning service you want to be sure that everything is above board. Know both the federal and state tax laws for your situation and follow them. You should also be sure that you are hiring legally documented workers. Finally, know the ins and outs of any contract that you sign. Understand your rights as a consumer and the recourse that you have if you are unhappy with the service that is provided.
And if you are not one of the people who love your home, give us a call at Cooper Realty and let us help you find a new home – 302-644-2266!
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 593175. This lovely rancher in Hill N Dale, Seaford, DE, needs some cosmetic upgrades but is a value at $149,900 (bank owned). The home has 3BR, 2BA, hardwood floors and a wood burning fireplace. Call me if you would like to see it at 302 258-6983. Fred
Food for thought from Martin Luther King: Let the wife make her husband glad to come home, and let him make her sorry to see him leave.â€Â “If we all followed this advice, the divorce rate would plummet.â€Â Fred
Heading into the spring quarter, mortgage rates are hovering around record lows, meaning that there’s never been a more affordable time to buy a home!
We set our clocks ahead yesterday, signaling the imminent arrival of Spring. Spring typically brings a heightened home buying season with it. This is great news for sellers, but there’s good news for buyers too.  Heading into the spring quarter, mortgage rates are hovering around record lows, meaning that there’s never been a more affordable time to buy a home!
On March 1st, Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. This survey found that rates on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage are averaging around 3.9 percent with an average 0.8 point, rates that are nearly 1 percent lower than the 4.87 percent average reported last year around this time. Similarly, the survey found that rates on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage average around 3.17 percent with an average 0.8 point, nearly 1 percent lower than the 4.15 percent rate averaged at this time last year. Adjustable-rate mortgages, of course, bottom out at even lower rates, some which haven’t been this low in decades. So, if you’ve been waiting for a good time to buy a home, it looks like your opportunity is here!
Give us a call at Cooper Realty and let us help you find the perfect home – 302-644-2266!
Fred’s Pick of the day is MLS # 592575. This Contemporary built in 1985 boasts 3BR, 2BA, a Stone Hearth with wood burning stove, a screened porch, and a detached garage, is offered at $209,900. The home is in Denton Manor in Millville, DE. Call me at 302 258-6983 to see this home. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Washington Irving: “Age is a matter of feeling, not of years.â€Â “Although years can influence feelings, your attitude makes your age.â€Â Fred
Did you know that Cape Henlopen has a lot to offer in the winter months too? Here are 5 great activities for all ages that can be done any time of year…
Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes, Delaware attracts thousands of visitors during the summer months when sunbathing, sand castle building, and swimming are prime activities for beach-goers. But did you know that Cape Henlopen has a lot to offer in the winter months too? Here are 5 great activities for all ages that can be done any time of year:
These activities are available year round, but why wait for the heat and the crowds to take advantage of them? Head over to Cape Henlopen soon and discover what the beach has to offer in March! When you do, you’ll see for yourself why we love Cape Henlopen and the town of Lewes so much.  If you decide to stay give us a call at Cooper Realty – 302-644-2266 and let us help you find your new home!
Head to Historic Milton, Delaware this Sunday for the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, hosted by Irish Eyes Pub and Restaurant. The parade kicks off at 2pm and all proceeds benefit the Milton Fire Department Training Program…
With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, everyone is Irish! Head to Historic Milton, Delaware this Sunday for the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, hosted by Irish Eyes Pub and Restaurant. The parade kicks off at 2pm and all proceeds benefit the Milton Fire Department Training Program, Best Buddies Delaware, and Casa San Francisco. Hang out at Irish Eyes after the parade for a quick drink, a bite to eat, or just to feel Irish for a wee bit longer!
While you’re in town, look around… Milton is a quaint, historic village with a lot to offer! If you’re interested in becoming a part of it, give us a call at Cooper Realty and let us help you find your new home – 302-644-2266.
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 593321. For under 95K this cape cod home with 1350 sq. ft. 1BR and I BA downstairs and 2 BR and 1 BA upstairs, a large 3 car garage with walkup storage above needs a little TLC, but good bang for the buck. Call me @ 302 258-6983 if you want to see it. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Andrew Carnegie: “The men who succeeded are the men who have chosen one line and stuck to it.â€Â “ That is true, once you discover the right line.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS 593412. Opportunity is the key word here. At $36K, this 4BR, 1.5BA older colonial home is a steal. Of course at this price, it needs some renovation; however, you can put your style in this house. Call me for an appointment @ 302 258-6983. Fred
Food for thought from Boss Tweed: “The only way to have power is to take it.â€Â “Our present government is a student of the old boss.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 592738. A lovely Cape Cod (4BR, 3BA) in a rural setting, outside of Laurel, DE, is a steal at $149,900. The home also features an in ground pool, and a fenced rear yard. Call if you want to see it @302 258-6983. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Miguel de Cervantes: “Never stand begging for that which you have the power to earn.â€Â “I hope this is politically correct, it needs to be taken to heart.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 588561. This Carriage House in Cannery Village, Milton, DE has just been reduced to $198,000. The home has 3BR, 2.5BA, a detached garage and 1440 sq. ft.  A lovely home in a nice community. Call 302 258-6983 to see this home. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Confucius: “Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neighbors.â€Â “Most people would like to have neighbors, near or distant, does that make a virtuous world?â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 590326. This mid-century home in North Shore Court, Seaford, DE, is on the Nanticoke River. The home is solid with 3BR, 2BA in 1600 sq.ft. The home needs some updating but at $220,000 for waterfront property, it is a bargain. Call me if you want to see it @ 302
258-6983. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Andrew Jackson: “Any man worth his salt will stick up for what he believes right, but it takes a slightly better man to acknowledge instantly and without reservation that he is in error.â€Â “The latter was always in the minority, but today he appears to be an endangered species.â€Â Fred
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 591952. This Bridgeville, DE rancher has been reduced to $155,000. It boasts 2 master bedrooms, 1 other BR, 3.5
BA, 2 family rooms, 2 woodstoves and a fireplace all on 1 acre. Call (302 258-6983) if you want to see it. Fred
Today’s food for thought from Remy de Gourmont: “Man has made use of his intelligence, he invented stupidity.â€Â “You can not have one without the other.â€Â Fred
Fred’s
Pick of the Day is MLS # 587293. At $8,500 this older Single Wide Trailer (1966) is the lowest price in the Tall Pines MHP in Lewes, DE. The trailer has water damage from a broken water heater, but has 3BR and 1 Bath. The lot rent is low @ $4350/yr and it is close to the beaches, an inexpensive getaway. Call me @ 302 258-6983 to see it.  Fred
Today’s food for thought: The Giants Win!!!! Fred