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This spacious 4 br Colonial won`t last at this great price!!!!Located in a great neighborhood, close to Rt 202 and Wegman`s, this home features living room with wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room with chair rail molding, large eat-in kitchen and wonderful family room conveniently adjacent to the kitchen. The fenced-in yard is great for entertaining with its brand new deck and spectacular built-in pool. Just imagine yourself relaxing poolside next Summer!

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Barbara Mulcahy
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908-296-9073
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Absolutely Move-In!!!!

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:03:02 -0700

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Wonderful 3 BR 2.5 Bath Split Level home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout, updated EIK, beautiful coffered ceiling in DR, Master BR with updated private bath and walk-in closet, ground level FR, 23 x 18 recreation room, CAC, completely fenced in backyard with hot tub, Timberline roof and energy efficient windows new in 2009, walking distance to downtown shopping, schools and transportation! This home is absolutely move-in ready! Just unpack and call it home!

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1967
Lot Size:	.11 acres
Garage Size:	2 car
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2935926

Location

540 Forest Road Scotch Plains NJ 07076

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Sprawling Inviting Ranch

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 22:38:25 -0700

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This sprawling Ranch has an inviting and elegant floor plan and boats generous room sizes, updated eat-in Kitchen complete with granite counters, SS appliances, honed tumbled marble backsplash, farm sink and 6-burner dual fuel stove. Formal Living Room and Dining Room with crown and chair rail moldings, wood-burning FPL and a bright bay window. The convenient Family Room opens to a 3-season porch which overlooks the park-like backyard, patio and pond. More features include: elegantly updated Master Bath, hardwood floors, huge finished basement Rec Room with wet bar, office, bonus room/bedroom, storage & workshop, new hot water heater, water softener, security system, stucco exterior front and attached two car garage with openers. Convenient - close to shopping, restaurants & major highways.

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	3
Year Built:	1957 approx
Lot Size:	.49 acres
Garage Size:	2 car attached
School District:	Beechwood
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2891697

Location

220 Apple Tree Lane Mountainside NJ 07092

vFlyer Id: 98863004

Quality & Craftsmanship

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:07:56 -0700

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Simply Elegant! Gorgeous, custom 4/5 BR Colonial in sought after Berkeley Heights. Rich hardwood floors, top of the line custom kitchen cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Stunning, 2-story FR with custom built-ins and cultured stone fireplace. LR & DR feature tray ceilings and inlaid hardwood floors. Sound system wiring and speakers and much, much more. Upgrades galore!!!

Features

Bedrooms:	5
Bathrooms:	2.1
Year Built:	2009
Lot Size:	.642
Garage Size:	2 car attached
School District:	Hughes
Square Footage:	3,700 approx
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2881634

Location

53 Orior Road Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 84314004

Perfect & Private!!!!

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:57:08 -0700

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Ideally located, this lovingly maintained home offers all the features you could want with 4 Bedrooms and 2 ½ Baths. With an open, uncluttered floor plan, spacious and sun-lit rooms, privacy and perfection this is the home you deserve! It is situated on a wonderful manicured lot with beautiful gardens and private deck. The City of Summit offers excellent schools & recreational activities, close proximity to NYC, the Mall at Short Hills & Newark’s Liberty International Airport. You can’t match this home for overall space & value! Move right in and call it home!

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.1
Year Built:	1963 approx
Lot Size:	.24 acre
Garage Size:	2 car attached
School District:	Washington
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2872337

Location

18 Beverly Road Summit NJ 07901

vFlyer Id: 65758002

Pristine Berkeley Heights Condo For Rent

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 09:54:17 -0800

Barbara Mulcahy | RE/MAX Premier | (908) 754-1500

15 Springholm Drive, Berkeley Heights, NJ

Pristine Condo

3BR/2+1BA Condo

$2,550/month

Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Parking	1 dedicated
Pet Policy	No pets
Deposit	$0

DESCRIPTION

Stunning 3 BR. 2 1/2 Bath Townhome in pristine condition - exactly what you have been looking for! Bright, generously-sized rooms, tons of closets & storage. Beautiful, open floor plan. Perfect for your NYC or airport commute!

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RENTAL FEATURES

- Air conditioning	- Central heat	- Fireplace
- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor	- Tile floor
- Living room	- Dining room	- Breakfast nook
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Granite countertop	- Basement
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Cable-ready	- High-speed internet

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Guest parking

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Barbara Mulcahy

RE/MAX Premier

(908) 754-1500

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Dramatic Steps - Home & Lifestyle Tips

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:21:37 -0800

This Open Stairway Design Offers an Impressive Architectural Solution and Contributes to a Spacious, Unimpeded Visual Environment

Hadani always wanted a warm, calming, yet modern home. “I believe in the concept that less is more, but I do not want to live in a museum,” she explains. “I have two young children, and my home must be functional and comfortable for them also.”

When she and her husband, Ron, bought their 6,700-square-foot home in Bergen County, New Jersey, five years ago, Hadani decided to design an interior that used clean lines and uncluttered architectural details to create an inviting, interesting family environment. “The first floor is very open,” she says. “In fact, from the front entry, you can see all the way through to the back of the house and look out the luxurious two-story wall of windows that defines the end of the space. Looking through those windows, you can actually see to the end of our property. There are no cubicles, no chopped-up rooms, no blocking walls. The first floor is one large, open living space.”

The most creative challenge to maintaining all that openness was designing the staircase that leads from the basement to the second floor. “We wanted the stairway to be as open as the living area,” says Hadani. “My husband, who is an engineer, executed the unusual supporting beams, so we didn’t need to block the view with lots of traditional structural elements. We wanted clear glass to serve as the railings and side walls to continue the openness. Our goal required us to look at this functional necessity in a completely new way.”

As the stairs evolved, they became a stunning architectural element in the home. “The stainless steel bolts that hold the glass to the stairs have a minimalistic modern feel, but the warmth of the red-toned, matte-finished Brazilian cherry stair treads keeps the space from feeling cold and uninviting,” says Hadani. “The unembellished niches add architectural detail and are complemented by the minimalist art pieces displayed there.”

The second-floor bridge that connects the master suite and gym with the guest and children’s rooms carries the same open, uncluttered feel as the rest of the stairway and the expansive first floor living space. And, in keeping with the visibility that exists in the rest of the home, this area can also be clearly seen from the first floor.

Hadani selected colors that are quiet and calming. The three-feet-square floor tiles are Bateig Azul limestone from Spain. “I actually traveled to Spain to pick the tiles myself,” Hadani says. “Since I designed them to be so large, I wanted to be sure that the natural stone tones blended attractively. The overall light blue-gray tile has touches of taupe and brown running through it. These colors complement the cherry wood stairs and also warm up the coolness of the gray tile.” The walls throughout the first floor are a soft gray and a linen white, offering a neutral backdrop for the modern paintings and minimalist art Hadani collects. Area rugs are in red tones that enhance the browns and taupes of the tile and are reminiscent of the rich wood shades of the stairs. “The reds bring warmth to the neutral palette of the walls,” she adds.

Hadani notes that her young children, like many other children, keep asking for a TV in their bedrooms. “I tell them never,” she says. “I don’t want them to lock themselves away in their rooms. And that’s why I designed this wonderful house with a simple, open floor plan. No matter which area of the space each of us is using—whether the living room, media center, dining room, foyer—we are all together. I want to be with my family always. They are most important to me.”

Hadani succeeded in achieving her goal of simplicity and an inviting yet uncluttered living area and, in the process, created a dramatic architectural focal point in the staircase. She has recently established her own design company, named BKH DESIGN, to offer her unique concepts and services to others. Written by Carolyn M. Runyon.

Convenient One Floor Living!

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 17:04:23 -0800

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One Floor Living! 3 BR, 2 Bath Ranch with large Eat-in Kitchen, spacious bedrooms and finished basement with full bath. Wood-burning fireplace in LR. Walking Distance to West End Elementary. Bilco doors from basement to rear yard. Perfect Starter or Buy Down!

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2
Lot Size:	60 x 165
Garage Size:	1 car Detattched
School District:	West End
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy, CRS
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2825821

Location

567 Greenbrook Road North Plainfield NJ 07063

vFlyer Id: 3996019

Tranquil & Inviting Home For Sale in Berkeley Heights NJ

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 15:16:25 -0800

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Nothing to do but unpack! This wonderful 3 BR home has been meticulously maintained and features an open, uncluttered floor plan with spacious and sun-lit rooms. The eat-in kitchen features a Corian top island, family room with stone fireplace, beautiful master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and full bath, banquet size formal dining room with fireplace and sliders to 3 season room as well as a bonus 20 x 13 multi purpose room. This home also offers a first floor laundry room, ample attic storage, 2 car attached garage and private, wooded lot.

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2.1
Year Built:	1988
Subdivision:	Free Acres
Lot Size:	*
Garage Size:	2 car attached
School District:	Mt. Park
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy, CRS
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2825981

Location

61 Greenbook Road Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 3994964

Unbelievable Floor Plan!!!!

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 22:52:57 -0700

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This gracious 6BR Colonial features elegance and outstanding craftsmanship with secluded luxury. From the moment you step into the foyer, you will be amazed by the unbelievable space and floor plan, gourmet kitchen with granite, coffered & tray ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors and much more. Large lower level offers an Entertainment room, game room, au-pair/inlaw suite with separate entrance & full bath. Located in one of the finest neighborhoods of Warren, this home offers a wonderful school system, convenient access to highways, rail & shopping.

Features

Bedrooms:	6
Bathrooms:	5.1
Year Built:	1997
Lot Size:	2.04 acres
Garage Size:	3 car
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	Re/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2775946

vFlyer Id: 3360040

Welcoming & Spacious!

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:21:46 -0700

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Updated 3 bedroom Split Level with a optional 4th br. or office in a great neighborhood w/walk to school location, just minutes to town, Mid-Town Direct trains, etc. Featuring large, tiled entry Foyer, eat-in Kitchen with Oak cabinets, Living Room & Dining Room with hardwood floors & new bay window, bright & spacious Family Room, updated Baths, newer roof & ample storage.

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1960 Approx
Lot Size:	.46 acres
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Hughes
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	Re/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2761163

Location

5 Wilson Drive Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 3234721

Picture Perfect Berkeley Heights Home!!!

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:12:18 -0700

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You still have time to take advantage of the $8K 1st Time Buyer or $6,500 Move Up Tax Credit! Move right into this lovingly maintained 4 BR w/open floor plan which offers many possibilities. Bright, sunny eat-in kitchen, living room & dining room boast high ceilings. Spacious ground level family room w/adj exercise room & laundry. New roof, freshly painted interior, CAC, some new doors and hardware. Large, level yard in wonderful neighborhood with convenient walk to school location. Nicely landscaped & ample deck for your outdoor entertaining. Workshp/storage room at rear of lg 2-car garage ideally suited for mechanic or handyman!

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1960 Approx
Lot Size:	.3 acres
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Mt. Park
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	Re/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2761137

Location

159 River Bend Road Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 3234115

A Place To Call Home!

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:15:43 -0800

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A Place To Call Home! Berkeley Heights Split features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, spacious Foyer, formal Living Room with wood-burning fireplace, Formal Dining Room with gleaming hardwood floors & chair rail molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Family Room with new carpeting. Ideally located, this home is within walking distance to Hughes elementary school & shopping. Recently voted by Money Magazine as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the country, Berkeley Heights offers excellent schools & recreational activities, close proximity to NYC, the Mall at Short Hills & Newark's Liberty International Airport.

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1956
Lot Size:	.38 acre
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Hughes
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Premier
MLS #:	2749120

Location

15 Wilson Drive Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 3156525

Opportunity Knocks!!!

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:47:42 -0800

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Wonderful Murray Hill split level features spacious LR & DRs with wood-burning FP, crown molding, chair rail molding and HWFs under carpet, eat-in Kitchen with oak cabinets, bedrooms feature HWFs & ample closets, Master walk-in & full Bath, Family Room features a walk out to patio, level fenced-in yard, new Pella windows except picture, 2 car garage & plenty of basement storage. The best value in NP! Come out and take a look!

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2
Subdivision:	Murray Hill
Lot Size:	.28 acres
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Roberts
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2741714

Location

32 Bergen Road New Providence NJ 07974

vFlyer Id: 3104439

A Rare Opportunity in New Providence!

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:48:45 -0800

Barbara Mulcahy | RE/MAX Classic Group | 908-376-1600

949 Springfield Avenue, New Providence, NJ

A Rare Opportunity!

5BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $524,900

Year Built	1920
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	3
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	.6 acres
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Don't miss a rare oportunity to own this turn of the Century 5 bedroom Colonial constructed of classic stucco over concrete. The interior features a beautiful foyer, spacious Living Room with wood-burning fireplace, formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Den and bonus Sun Room. There are hardwood under the carpet on the first and second levels. There is also an office, recreation room and workshop in the basement. You can't match this home for overall charm, space & value!!

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Fireplace	- Hardwood floor
- Family room	- Living room	- Bonus/Rec room
- Office/Den	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Basement	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

- Guest parking

- Storage space(s)

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Contact info:

Barbara Mulcahy

RE/MAX Classic Group

908-376-1600

For sale by agent/broker

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Posted: Nov 11, 2009, 5:36pm PST

Charming 4 Bedroom in Bound Brook, NJ

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:04:07 -0700

Barbara Mulcahy | RE/MAX Classic Group | 908-898-0800

358 W. High Street, Bound Brook, NJ

Charming home in a lovely Bound Brook neighborhood, features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated, this Ca

4BR/2BA Single Family House

offered at $295,000

Year Built	1933
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	2
Parking	4+ Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Charm With A Capital "See"

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central heat	- Walk-in closet	- Hardwood floor
- Tile floor	- Family room	- Living room
- Bonus/Rec room	- Dining room	- Dishwasher
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Stainless steel appliances
- Basement	- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio
- Yard

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking

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Contact info:

Barbara Mulcahy

RE/MAX Classic Group

908-898-0800

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Oct 6, 2009, 12:33pm PDT

Something Special in New Providence!

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:47:20 -0700

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Move right in and enjoy this meticulously updated 4 BR 3 Bath home in a wonderful family neighborhood. This spacious home features large LR, full DR and beautifully updated kitchen & baths. This home was completely renovated in 2008 and the owners spared no expense & paid great attention to detail - only the best of imported tile, granite, lighting fixtures, hardware, etc. Beautiful HWFs & molding work throughout. One look will do & you'll call it home!

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	3
Lot Size:	.14 acres
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Roberts
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2717553

Location

26 W. 5th Street New Providence NJ 07974

vFlyer Id: 2852710

Privacy & Elegance - Berkeley Heights, NJ

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:55:37 -0700

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This classically elegant 4 bedroom 3.1 bath Colonial sits on a lovely 1.24 acre lot. The many features of this home include front to back 38 x 14 family room with wood-burning fireplace and full wet bar - just perfect for your entertaining needs, master bedroom with full sitting room which opens to private deck, full finished basement and much, much more! Just one look is all it will take to call it yours!

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	3.1
Lot Size:	1.25
Garage Size:	4 car
School District:	Hughes
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2711458

Location

40 Old Forge Lane Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 2846273

New Construction in Berkeley Heights - Designed With Distinction!

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 22:01:15 -0700

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New custom built Colonial with approx. 6000 sq. ft. of living space including the finished basement featuring a 2 story foyer & living room, gourmet kitchen, granite, professional grade SS appliances, center island, bright & spacious rooms, great room with FP, HWFs, magnificent moldings and trim work throughout, recessed lighting & tray celings. The master suite features a luxurious spa-like bath as well as a huge walk-in closet. The finished basement includes a 41 x 30 media room just waiting for your family entertainment! You will surely appreciate the design & distinction of this fantastic home!

Features

Bedrooms:	6
Bathrooms:	5.1
Year Built:	2008
Lot Size:	.58 acre
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Woodruff
Square Footage:	6000
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2709233

Location

710 Plainfield Avenue Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 2733705

Great Colonial For Sale - Berkeley Heights, NJ

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 16:17:55 -0700

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This classically elegant, spacious Colonial sits on a lovely lot and features 4 BRS, 2.5 Baths, hardwood floors and charming moldings. The updated Eat-in Kitchen is cheerful and bright with Maple cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and porcelain tile floor. The Baths have been tastefully updated with marble & granite. The Master Bedroom features a walk-in closet as well as a convenient dressing area. This home also feaures a Den as well as a Family Room on the first level. There is plenty of room to sprawl out in this home & get comfortable while you enjoy the award-winning Gov Liv & Hughes school districts. Move right in & enjoy all that this gracious home has to offer!

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1966
Lot Size:	.38 acre
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Huhes
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2704237

Location

26 Wentworth Drive Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 2695574

Immaculate Penthouse Condo!!!

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:00:14 -0700

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Move right into this immaculate, updated Penthouse unit featuring maple cabinets, SS applicances & tile flooring in kitchen, new lighting, carpeting, closet doors, windows and hot water heater. The furnace and CAC unit is also new and has a 10 year warranty included. The living room & dining room feature vaulted ceilings & skylights, MBR with walk-in closet and private full bath.

Features

Bedrooms:	2
Bathrooms:	2
Parking Spaces:	1
Year Built:	1984
Subdivision:	Society Hill
School District:	Basking Ridge
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2693107

Location

243 English Place Basking Ridge NJ 07920

vFlyer Id: 2626801

Picture Perfect!!!

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:06:21 -0700

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Meticulously maintained, this warm & inviting 4 BR home offers a timeless elegance with its glistening hardwood floors, formal living and dining rooms,and updated eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry. Opening off the dining room is an expansive deck - absolutely perfect for entertaining! The secluded patio surrounded by manicured lawn, flowering shrubs & trees provides peaceful relaxation. Recent updates include vinyl siding, roof, gutters, windows, furnace, hot water heater, updated kitchen, updated baths, tiled foyer floor and family room floor. Recently voted by Money Magazine as one of the Top 100 Best Places to live in the country, Berkeley Heights offers excellent schools & recreational activities, close proximity to NYC, the Mall at Short Hills & Newark's Liberty International Airport.

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.1
Year Built:	1956
Lot Size:	.304 Acrecs
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	Hughes
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2673378

Location

36 Hampton Drive Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

vFlyer Id: 2436506

Selling Tactics: Buyer's Incentives for a Slow Market

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:59:13 -0700

In a slowing market, sellers can find it tempting to believe in magic solutions. With unsold inventories growing in most areas, some sellers resort to offering flashy incentives for buyers. Everything from big-screen TV's to vacation packages are being tacked onto listings in the hope of luring in interested buyers.

In truth no amount of flash or gimmickry will change how buyers feel about your home's core qualities, but incentives that appeal to a buyer's wallet can be effective in certain situations. Below are some buyer's incentives that may help set your home apart from the rest:

Paying Points - The current housing slump has placed mortgage concerns in the minds of many buyers. Sellers who offer to pay mortgage points for the buyer (sometimes referred to as "buying down the mortgage") are more likely to attract buyers who are nervous about their monthly payments or interest rate. Each point you pay equals 1 percent of the loan amount, so mortgage buy downs lower both the interest rate and the monthly payment.

Down-Payment Aid - One of the biggest hurdles for many homebuyers, especially first-time homebuyers, is the down payment. Help with the down payment may in many cases be more important to the buyer than the actual asking price itself. This incentive works well for those selling "starter" homes that are more likely to draw first time homebuyers.

Closing Costs Help - Legal fees, title insurance, filing fees - closing costs can add up in a hurry for buyers, typically totaling somewhere between 2 and 7 percent of the total loan amount. Sellers who offer to assist with the closing costs will appeal to cash buyers short on cash

Home Warranty - Including a year (or two) of home warranty coverage serves as a peace of mind for the buyer that they won't have to foot the bill for unexpected repairs in the first year or two of ownership. Most policies include service to the home's HVAC, interior plumbing, appliances and major fixtures. The low cost of home warranties (typically a few hundred dollars) makes them a low risk-high reward incentive to offer.

Maintenance Fees - Some features of a home that you may consider "selling points" (pool, hot tub, sauna, gas fireplace, AC system, etc) can actually seem like detractions to buyers due to their related maintenance costs. You can assuage a buyer's concerns by offering to pay for the first year's worth of maintenance.

Landscaping - Offering to spring for a few additional landscape features can be a nice way to let buyers add personal touches to the property without taking on personal expense. Keep in mind that adding such touches on before putting the home on the market may have a greater impact (provided, of course that your landscaping choices aren't woefully misguided).

Condo/Homeowner's Association Fees - In a condominium complex or planned community, homeowner's dues add to the monthly cost of ownership. If the first year's worth of dues are taken care of by the seller, potential buyers have one less early-expense to worry about.

Price Reduction - Price reductions don't usually come to mind when discussing incentive strategies, but really no single factor is more important than the asking price. A well-timed price reduction can indicate to buyers that you are flexible and serious about selling the home.

Upgrades - In most cases major home repairs and touch ups should be completed prior to putting the listing on the market. However, offering to finance certain aesthetic changes, such as new exterior or interior paint, can be marketed as a means for the buyer to add their own personal touch to the home.

Extras - If you're going to offer a "throw-in" as an incentive, why not tailor the offer to the charms of your home? For example, the antique hutch that perfectly compliments your entryway might be included in the list price. If you've invested time and money in a prized back deck, including a premium gas grill could be a logical pairing. Buyers often view wild incentive offers with skepticism, but "thoughtful throw-ins" don't carry the same air of desperation.

Posted By:

Barbara Mulcahy
RE/MAX Classic Group
908-898-0800
http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/
BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com

Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, Summit, Westfield, Chatham, Long Hill Township, Madison, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Warren, Watchung, Millburn/Short Hills

It's All About Location!!!!

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:43:11 -0700

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Description

Located on a quiet street, yet so close to NYC transportation, downtown & schools. This 3 BR ranch boasts a wonderful layout & generously sized rooms. The focal points of the formal living room are the built-in cabinets and a wood-burning fireplace. The Living Room leads into the formal Dining Room with chair rail molding & overlooks the backyard. There is an eat-in kitchen with an outside entrace for easy access to the backyard. There are 3 spacious BRs & 2 full baths. The master BR has a full bath & 2 large closets. The ground level Family Room is located in the finished basement. Come by and take a look - this home is sure to please!

Features

Bedrooms:	3
Bathrooms:	2
Lot Size:	80 x 100
Garage Size:	2 car
School District:	McGinn
Square Footage:	0
Agent Name:	Barbara Mulcahy
Broker:	RE/MAX Classic Group
MLS #:	2574093

vFlyer Id: 1913665