Enjoy the impressive views and sounds of nature from your very own 10′ x 60′ covered front porch.  Built in 2008 by Maverick Homes, this 5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home offers over 2,600 square feet of living space with generous indoor/outdoor storage.  Perfect floor plan for entertaining with formal Dining Room, spacious eat-in Kitchen with open access to Living Room and rear yard.  This home is BETTER than new and ready for new owners.

Some highlights include:

- 2,674 Square feet of living space with 3-car side entry Garage

- Spacious eat-in Kitchen with Pantry and Breakfast Bar

- Formal Dining Room with cherry hardwood and chair rail

- Living Room with beautiful stone gas fireplace

- First floor Master Bedroom with walk-in closet and luxurious full Bath with jetted tub

- Four Bedrooms on second level (two share Jack and Jill full Bath)

- Full unfinished Basement with high ceilings, coal stove and exterior access

- 12′ x 22′ two stall barn with feed room

For additional information (or for a private showing), please contact me at (717) 623-8508.

The bad news is that homes sales decreased 12% in 2010 (compared to 2009).  But, there is some good news…the median sales price increased 1.2% to $163,900 in 2010.  That may seem like an insignificant increase to some however it’s a sign that home values are stabilizing and we’re on our way to recovery. 

Imagine living in Detroit where the average home value as of June 2010 was $67,090 with 16,925 foreclosures!!  All of a sudden, living in Central PA doesn’t seem so bad.

For more information regarding home sales in the Greater Harrisburg Area, please read the attached article.

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As always, if you want to know the current market value of your home or the market conditions at your price point, please contact me at (717)623-8508.

Over 2,200 square feet of living space in Camp Hill borough for under $185,000?  Yes, it’s true!

This home has it all…formal Living Room and Dining Room, eat-in Kitchen, 4 Bedrooms, 2 full Baths, partially finished walk-out lower level, 1-car garage and more!   Priced at $82 per square foot, this is the best value in the borough that’s not a short sale or foreclosure.

For more information or a private showing, please contact Michelle at (717)623-8508 or Michelle@HarrisburgHouses.net.

Without a doubt, buying a home can be a daunting and emotional process.  Afterall, it’s most likely the most expensive asset that  you’ll ever purchase.  How do you know which home is the “right one”?  Am I buying a money pit?  What can I do to protect myself from buying a lemon? 

The Buyer’s Agent you select plays a vital role in answering the above questions.  A true Buyer’s Agent is looking out to protect YOUR best interest (not their own interest or the seller’s interest).  I attached an informative handout that lists numerous issues that a Buyer should consider when selecting a home.  Some of these issues will be addressed in the Seller’s Disclosure, however the best protection you can have as a Buyer is to get a home inspection.  A home inspection provides the Buyer more detailed information about the overall condition of the home prior to purchase.  In a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an in-depth, unbiased look at your potential new home. 

It’s YOUR responisbility to be an informed Buyer.  There’s so much information available that you need to use it to your advantage.  If you are looking for a strong Buyer’s Agent to be YOUR advocate, please contact me at (717)623-8508. 

What to Consider When Purchasing a Home

First of all, what is a short sale?  A short sale occurs when a homeowner owes more on their mortgage(s) than the market value of the home.  It’s  similar to being “upside down”  on your car. 

Please understand that there are options available.  The worst thing to do is to be in denial and hide from the situation.  If you can keep making your monthly mortgage payments and can afford to ”ride out the market”, that would be the best option.  However, if you need to move because of a life change or you simply can not afford to keep making payments, then you need to contact a Realtor who has experience and can assist you with the short sale process. 

Everyone’s situation is unique.  If you don’t know who to contact or how to start the process, please contact me for a free consultation.  I’d be happy to explain the process and arm you with the information you need to make an educated decision.  If you live outside the Harrisburg area, I can put you in contact with a Realtor in your local market who has expertise in dealing with short sales and foreclosures.  I can be reached at Michelle@HarrisburgHouses.net or (717)623-8508.