Archive for July, 2010

Published by Michelle on 19 Jul 2010

Home Buyer Tax Credit Still Available for Military (Restrictions Apply)

Military who served overseas between January 2009 and May 2010 are still eligible for the tax credit.  Service members have until April 30, 2011 to sign an Agreement of Sale and must close by June 30, 2011.  Both the $8,000 first time hombuyer and $6,500 repeat buyer tax credits apply.  

Please contact me for more information at Michelle@HarrisburgHouses.net.

Published by Michelle on 14 Jul 2010

Want to Add Value and Desirability to Your Home?

Sellers ask me all the time “What can we do to make our home more attractive so it sells quicker?”.  Here’s a few ideas to consider:

- Remodel your Kitchen.  If you want to increase the value of your home, add modern appliances, clean or reface cabinets, consider adding a solid surface countertop and new fixtures.

- Remodel your Bathrooms.  Buyers today are looking for modern conveniences.  Do you need an updated vanity, countertop and fixtures?  If you have wallpaper, it’s a MUST for you to remove and replace with a fresh coat of neutral colored paint.

- Replace flooring where applicable.  Hardwood and ceramic tile are very popular among today’s buyers.  Carpet is passe! 

- Remove “unnecessary belonging” (i.e. clutter).  If you’re selling your home, you can get a head start with packing by boxing up all your knick-knacks, photographs, etc.  Clutter makes rooms feel small and dirty.  Open up your floor space and rearrange the furniture to take advantage of the floor plan.

For more ideas,  please contact me at Michelle@HarrisburgHouses.net.

Published by Michelle on 14 Jul 2010

Colonial Cape Cod on 0.89 Acres (Dillsburg/Franklin Township)

Exceptional at $189,900!

Adorable Colonial Cape Cod in Northern School District with over 1,650 square feet of living space, and two detached garages.  If you’re looking for “room” in a quiet country setting, this is the property for you!   Highlights include:

- Spacious eat-in Kitchen with beautiful millwork and generous countertop space.

- Formal Living Room with stone wood fireplace.

- Formal Dining Room centrally located from Kitchen, Living Room and First Floor Master.

- 3 Bedrooms (First Floor Master)

- First Floor Master would also make a great home office or den.

- 1.5 Baths

- Full basement with laundry

- One single bay garage with additional storage

- One 2-car garage with additional storage

- 2 Bedroom mobile home resides in back of lot (rental opportunity?)

- New roof over main house in 2009

The possibilities are endless with this property.  Schedule a showing today or give me a call for more information.

Published by Michelle on 10 Jul 2010

Secluded 4.5 Acre Property in North Middleton Township (Carlisle)

If you’re looking for privacy and acreage but want to be close to shopping and restaurants, this is the property for you!  Come see this private oasis with a stream, mature landscaping and trees, horseshoe pits and a new (2007) 27′ round above ground pool with deck surround. 

There’s plenty of room to spread out in the 2,100+ home with 3 Bedrooms, 3 full Baths, formal Living Room and Dining Room, spacious lower level Family Room with fireplace (propane).  The generous Country Kitchen can accommodate large gatherings and offers all modern amenities for the family chef.   Between the Garage and Family Room, you’ll find a space that offers endless possibilities, such as:  home office, playroom, hobby room, etc. 

Storage is abundant throughout the home and in the oversized 2-car Garage.  The outside shed (14′ x 16′) can easily store all your outdoor equipment. 

For more information or to schedule a private showing,  please contact me at 717-623-8508.