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Thomas O'Brien Atlantic County Short Sales Agent, CDPE

Fix It Anyway!

"If it isn't broke, don't fix it" is certainly popular advice, but if you've ever had a serious plumbing leak, you certainly wished you had taken care of the problem earlier.

Washing machines, like all appliances, are supposed to work and when they don't, it's time to have them fixed or replaced. However, there is a critical connection from your water supply that may even be older than your washing machine itself.

Ask someone whose hose broke while they were asleep or out of town and you'll hear stories of how quickly the water can damage walls, flooring and furniture. Almost anyone can replace the hoses with a pair of pliers for under $30.00 to avoid this potential catastrophe.

As you're shopping for the replacement hoses, consider the braided stainless steel connectors. The advantage is that the stainless steel offers additional protection should a soft spot develop in the hose beneath. They'll cost a little more but offer considerably more protection for a nominal price.



Ventnor 2 bedroom 2 bath Rancher 08406 Under Contract!

Ventnor 2 bedroom 2 bath Rancher 08406 Under Contract!

Ventnor Listing


A rare modern Ventnor 2 bedroom rancher. Less than 30 years old. 2 large bedrooms, 2 full baths!



Newer hardwood floors and some updating has been done.

Walking distance to the Ventnor beach, boardwalk, fishing pier, Ventnor Listinglibrary.


Quiet Ventnor street on the edge of St. Leonard's tract.


Low maintenance siding.


Off street parking for two cars. A really great Ventnor summer or year round home.

Ventnor ListingVentnor 2 bedroom 2 bath ranchers have been in demand for people looking for a small summer home. This one is under contract and is settling this month.

My name is Tom O’Brien. My wife and I are Realtors at RE/MAX Platinum Properties. Do you have an interest in selling?

If so, I want to offer you our 30+ years of experience with selling homes in the area and an unconditional 45 day listing agreement that you can cancel at anytime….no questions asked. You owe us nothing unless we sell your property. Pick up the phone and call today.

Atlantic County Short Sales are More Valuable Than Ever!

Cash for short sales

Cash for Short Sales in Atlantic County

Atlantic County Short Sales are More Valuable Than Ever!

Avoiding foreclosure is always a smart move, but now there are incentives for Home sellers in Atlantic County that make it even a better one.

Short sales and deeds-in-lieu are dignified solutions to foreclosure, and now the government is making them easier and quicker through the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program, or HAFA, which also gives the homeowner $3,000 for participating.

Even major banks have their own Atlantic County Cash for Short Sales in programs. Currently Bank of America is offering a $2,500 incentive with their new cooperitive Short Sale program. Some banks are offering up to $10,000 cash incentives.

With the free report provided on my web site, you can learn all the benefits of completing a HAFA short sale. http://www.acshortsales.com/Cash-for-Short-Sales.aspx Simply fill out your information for details on the program and how you would benefit.

Please read this report to learn the facts, and contact me to start exploring solutions. Atlantic County Cash for Short Sales!

7 Short Sale Myths in Atlantic County

7 Short Sale Myths in Atlantic County

There are millions of homeowners just like you who are looking for answers and don’t know what to do. You’re not alone and you’re in the right place.

As a Certified Distressed Property Expert, I have training and experience in providing solutions to homeowners facing financial hardship. Despite my best efforts, there’s still an overwhelming amount of misinformation about the options available, especially short sales.

To give you a better idea of the short sale option, and to set straight some of the myths you may have heard, go to my web site http://www.acshortsales.com/Seven-Short-Sale-Myths.aspx I’ve prepared a free report just for you - please fill out your information to receive your free report. This report will clarify the following myths:

  • The Bank Would Rather Foreclose Than Bother With A Short Sale
  • You Must Be Behind On Your Mortgage To Negotiate A Short Sale
  • There Is Not Enough Time To Negotiate A Short Sale Before My Foreclosure
  • Listing My Home As A Short Sale Is An Embarrassment
  • Short Sales Are Impossible And Never Get Approved
  • Banks Are Waiting On A Bailout And Not Accepting Short Sales
  • Buyers Are Not Interested In Short Sale Properties

These ideas are potentially harmful to homeowners seeking real solutions. I hope you’ll review this information for yourself or share it with a homeowner in need.

In these times, we all need to know the truth to know how to get back on track.

If you have any additional concerns about this issue, or your circumstances are urgent, please give me a call.

Tom OBrien
(609) 432-3380

Margate Real Estate Market Update 4th quarter 2011

margate real estateMargate Real Estate Market Update 4th quarter 2011

The Margate Real Estate Market had 52 total sales in the 4th Quarter of 2011

The Margate Real Estate Market had 59 total sales in the 4th Quarter of 2010

4th Quarter of 2011 36 residential sales, 15 condo sales, 0 lot sale, 0 commercial sale, 1 multi fam. sale

4th Quarter of 2010 44 residential sales, 12 condo sales, 1 lot sale, 1 commercial sale, 1 multi fam. Sale

High Low Average Median Total Price

2011 4th Quarter List Price $5,100,000 $99,000 $734,941 $504,500 $38,216,966

2011 4th Quarter Sold Price $4,162,500 $95,000 $627,353 $450,000 $32,622,400

2010 4th Quarter List Price $3,950,000 $195,000 $713,203 $499,000 $42,079,000

2010 4th Quarter Sold Price $3,050,000 $175,000 $627,379 $450,000 $37,015,400

margate real estateMargate Real Estate seems to have held up fairly well compared to other communities in Atlantic County. The total numbers may be slightly lower but the average sales price stayed virtually the same.

The Margate Real Estate market only had 1 foreclosure and 1 short sale in the 4th quarter 2011. The numbers for foreclosures and short sales were much higher in almost every other community in Atlantic County.

Margate has a lot to offer as a shore community


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Lot's of new playgrounds and Ballfields

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Modern Beach Block Library with Senior Pavillion

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Margate Firemans Log Cabin Club

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Milton and Betty Katz Jewish Community Center

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Most all Margate has clean, wide beaches, and fishing pier.

Margate Real Estate Update 4th Quarter 2011