Tag: FHA

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 8, 2014

Today’s words of wisdom are from Abigail Adams:  “We have too many high-sounding words, and too few actions that correspond with them.”  (Fred)  “Too many words that ring hollow, what we need are action words that can’t be diluted.”

Fred’s (The Bargain Man) pick of the day is MLS # 608361-From $275,000 to $249,000.  An Ellendale DE Rancher with 4 BR, 2 BA, in 2250 sq. ft. on 6.64 acres.  Features include a Koi Pond, Front Porch, 2 Rear Decks, fireplace, Jacuzzi, inlayed tile Dining Room Floor, and vaulted and tray ceilings.  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comJanuary 8, 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 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

November 11, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Charles Dickens:  “If there were no bad people, there would be no good lawyers.”  (Fred)  “If that is the only justification for lawyers then get rid of them both.”

 

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS #606303-From $199,900 to $188,000.  This home just north of Laurel, DE, is a New Quality Built Home with 3 BR, 2 BA, in 1800 sq. ft. on 1.21 acres.  This home has an Open Floor Plan and is ready NOW!  Call me to see this home at 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comNovember 29, 2013

November 26, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Charles Dickens:  “Reflect upon your present blessings, of which a man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes of which all men have some.”  (Fred)  “Learn from yesterday but relish today.”

 

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS #604552-From $134,900 to $129,900.  Here is a totally renovated Colonial in Downtown Laurel, DE, which has 3 BR, 1.5 BA on a 50’x97’ lot.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  www.fredsporch.comNovember 26, 2013

November 25, 2013

Today’s food for thought is from Calvin Coolidge:  “Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence.  Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.  Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.  Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.  Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.  The slogan ‘Press On’ has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.”  (Fred)  “I dislike absolutes, however persistence does trump most other venues for good or bad.”

November 25, 2013

Fred’s pick of the day is MLS #-$125,000.  This is a charming Rancher with 3 BR, 1BA in 1100 sq. ft. on 2.36 acres outside of Seaford, DE.  This charming starter or retirement home needs some updating but has original HW floors and a nicely landscaped yard.  Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.  wwfredsporch.com