Burldington County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008
Camden County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008
Gloucester County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008
Mercer County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008
Salem County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008
Enjoy Country Day at Kirby's Mill in Medford July 13th 2008
Medford Fireworks Tonight, July 3rd 2008
Burlington County Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks - 2008
Fort Dix Hosting July 4th Activies with Fun, Entertainment and Fireworks - 2008
Health Alert: Lamp Oil Being Mistaken For Apple Juice

Burldington County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008

07-19-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

When looking at the year-to-month actual statistics (using the most recently completed month of June vs. May, April, March and January) for Burlington County, the results for residential homes on the market, sold, average price and days for sale before close is charted as follows:

Yr Ending	Units Listed	Units Sold	% Sold	Sold Avg.	Avg. Dom
06/2008	11582	4759	41	$274,299	84
05/2008	11778	4870	41	$276,912	82
04/2008	12010	4937	41	$277,836	81
03/2008	12125	5045	42	$278,790	80
01/2008	12315	5169	42	$280,022	79

See previous article for prior year 01/200X year-to-date comparisons.

This shows that while the trend is still slightly downward, it is slowing and hopefully will soon level and even reverse direction.

The current inventory is 4267, with an average monthly Sold of 367, yielding a backlog of 11 months to sell off the inventory at current rates of sale.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Camden County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008

07-19-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

When looking at the year-to-month actual statistics (using the most recently completed month of June vs. May, April, March and January) for Camden County, the results for residential homes on the market, sold, average price and days for sale before close is charted as follows:

Yr Ending	Units Listed	Units Sold	% Sold	Sold Avg.	Avg. Dom
06/2008	12485	4922	39.4	$215,048	75
05/2008	12724	5101	40.1	$214,872	74
04/2008	12979	5264	40.5	$216,593	73
03/2008	13033	5393	41.3	$217,185	72
01/2008	13266	5783	44	$217,372	81

See previous article for prior year 01/200X year-to-date comparison.

This shows that while the trend is now mixed, it appears that it is attempting to level and hopefully even begin to reverse direction.

The current inventory is 4525, with an average monthly Sold of 379, yielding a backlog of 11 months to sell off the inventory at current rates of sale.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Gloucester County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008

07-19-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

When looking at the year-to-month actual statistics (using the most recently completed month of June vs. May, April, March and January) for Gloucester County, the results for residential homes on the market, sold, average price and days for sale before close is charted as follows:

Yr Ending	Units Listed	Units Sold	% Sold	Sold Avg.	Avg. Dom
06/2008	6811	2781	41	$241,069	81
05/2008	6907	2899	42	$242,685	80
04/2008	7053	2959	42	$244,053	80
03/2008	7233	3055	42	$243,945	78
01/2008	7108	3135	44	$245,347	75

See previous article for prior year 01/200X year-to-date comparison.

This shows that the trend is continuing to show a downword tendency, it appears to be slow, and hopefully will start to level and even reverse direction.

The current inventory is 2670, with an average monthly Sold of 214, yielding a backlog of 12 months to sell off the inventory at current rates of sale.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Mercer County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008

07-19-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

When looking at the year-to-month actual statistics (using the most recently completed month of June vs. May, April, March and January) for for Mercer County, the results for residential homes on the market, sold, average price and days for sale before close is charted as follows:

Yr Ending	Units Listed	Units Sold	% Sold	Sold Avg.	Avg. Dom
06/2008	7251	3355	46	$366,288	83
05/2008	7467	3451	46	$366,879	83
04/2008	7776	3559	46	$362,752	82
03/2008	7853	3643	46	$363,213	82
01/2008	8131	3903	48	$359,802	82

This shows that while the trend is currently mixed, it appears that it is attempting to level and hopefully even begin to reverse direction.

The current inventory is 2655, with an average monthly Sold of 259, yielding a backlog of 10 months to sell off the inventory at current rates of sale.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Salem County Year-to-Month Residential Sales Statistics - Through June 2008

07-19-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

When looking at the year-to-month actual statistics (using the most recently completed month of June vs. May, April, March and January) for Salem County, the results for residential homes on the market, sold, average price and days for sale before close is charted as follows:

Yr Ending	Units Listed	Units Sold	% Sold	Sold Avg.	Avg. Dom
06/2008	1374	515	37	$195,351	100
05/2008	1364	528	39	$194,997	98
04/2008	1351	522	39	$194,137	96
03/2008	1376	563	41	$196,680	97
01/2008	1406	598	43	$195,497	95

This shows that the trend is still mixed and it appears that it may be attempting to level and hopefully even begin to reverse direction.

The current inventory is 633, with an average monthly Sold of 42, yielding a backlog of 15 months to sell off the inventory at current rates of sale.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Enjoy Country Day at Kirby's Mill in Medford July 13th 2008

07-03-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Here's another opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and lean about Medford area history.

"Step back into the 19^th Century to enjoy activities at historic Kirby's Mill as it might have been then. The sawmill, blacksmith shop and lathe will all be operating and children can try hands-on activities, see household crafts like broom making, weaving and pottery and explore the campground of Civil-War re-enactors. Call 609-654-7767 for information."

Date/Time: Sunday, July 13, 12 noon - 4 pm

Location: Historic Kirby's Mill, Church & Fostertown Roads

Source: Medford Historical Society

Don't forget about the Medford Canoe Trail that starts at Kirby's Mill where you can enjoy beautifal scenery, exercise, relaxation and end up with time for shopping and plenty of food.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Medford Fireworks Tonight, July 3rd 2008

07-03-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Medford Township will Celebrate Independence Day with a Fireworks display in Freedom Park in Medford. The fireworks are always great and enjoyed by all. Festivities will start at 6 p.m.

Fireworks Celebrations 2008 If for some reason you can not make it to the celebration tonight, other communities in Burlington County, South Jersey and the Delaware Valley, will provide many opportunities to enjoy fireworks displays put on by local communities.

You can also attend Fort Dix's Independence Day Celebration for what I believe is one of the best fireworks displays you will enjoy up close.

Check out Philly.com's 2008 Fireworks Finder for the location, date and time of fireworks in your area of the Delaware Valley.

Keep in mind that some areas will have fireworks tonight, like Medford, or during the weekend, instead of on the 4th, so be sure to confirm the date.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Burlington County Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks - 2008

07-03-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

If you live in Burlington County or anywhere else in South Jersey and the Delaware Valley, you hav Fireworks Celebrations 2008 e many opportunities to enjoy fireworks displays put on by local communities.

Or you can go attend Fort Dix's Independence Day Celebration for what I believe is one of the best fireworks displays you will enjoy up close.

Check out Philly.com's 2008 Fireworks Finder for the location, date and time of fireworks in your area of the Delaware Valley.

Keep in mind that some areas will have fireworks tonight or during the weekend, instead of on the 4th, so be sure to confirm the date. For example, Medford Township will be celebrating with fireworks tonight, July 3rd.

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Fort Dix Hosting July 4th Activies with Fun, Entertainment and Fireworks - 2008

07-03-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Fort (Ft) Dix July 4th 2008 Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks Fort Dix will join the nation in observance of Independence Day on Sunday July 4th with fun, fireworks and entertainment at Doughboy Field. The event, 6 to 11 p.m., is open to the public.

The festivities kick off at 6pm and be prepared to be entertained by radio station Power 99 on-air personality; the up and coming singer Anthony Hall, the Silver Wings and R&B artist, Keyshia Cole.

At 9 p.m. the Silver Wings Parachute Team will perform followed by a spectacular fireworks display by Schaefer, Inc. around 9:30 p.m.

It's shaping up to be one fantastic night to celebrate our Nation's Birthday.

To enter the installation for the event photo identification will be required for all adults and children over the age of 12.

As a result of installations post-911 security requirements, no picnic baskets or coolers will be permitted, but blankets and chairs will be allowed. Vendors will be on site providing food and refreshments available for purchase.

Individuals with a military ID card/Civilian Government ID Card and appropriate DOD Decal on their vehicles will be admitted access at all gates. There will be restricted parking and buses will be provided to Doughboy Field, the site for the festivities starting at 5 p.m. (Click here for more information)

Directions to Ft. Dix

Source: Ft. Dix MWR

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Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

Health Alert: Lamp Oil Being Mistaken For Apple Juice

07-03-08

Authored by: Lawrence Yerkes - Broker Associate, Southern New Jersey Real Estate Services

The New Jersey Poison Information and Education System (NJPIE), recently released a heath alert warning of poisonings -- some leading to hospitalization and at least one death -- that have been caused by accidentally drink lamp (or torch) oil, believing it to be apple juice.

According to various news sources, the people that have been poisoned ranged in age from 8 to over 80.

Because the liquids appear almost identical and are often packaged similarly, it is very easy to mistake one for the other if not paying careful attention.

According to Bruce Ruck, PharmD. of NJPIES, "It is very important to recognize lamp oil bottles closely resemble juice containers. When accidentally taken by mouth, such lamp oils can enter the lungs causing pneumonia and death. Jugs containing lamp oils must be stored in a locked cabinet away from storage of food and drinks."

Click here for full NJPIE alert and photos comparing the two substances.

Note: Evidently, this problem is nationwide as there are reports (e.g., state of Illinois) of approximately 70 deaths occuring over past two years caused by drinking lamp oil.