Cranford, NJ

We are pleased to announce that in response to consumer feedback, we have re-tooled our website to allow you to search all the listings available in the Multiple Listing service with just a few short clicks

To search ALL listings at your leisure, CLICK HERE and you will be on your way in less than a few minutes. You will simply need to provide a login name (email address) and you will be sent a password for you to log back in. We look forward to continuing to serve your real estate needs!

While I will be publishing the actual numbers in about 2 weeks for Sept. and October, I wanted to give all of you readers a "heads up" on what's happening out there in the Cranford area.

For 2 years I've been telling you that our market has been holding fairly steady in terms of buyer activity, especially compared to such markets as South Florida and California. Well lately for the first time in a while we have seen a dropoff of homes going under contract. I attribute this primarily to the tightening credit standards, and few folks being able to qualify. So...is this bad news??? Depends on how you view it, and what your situation is. Here is how it affects you:

Buyers: if you have an excellent credit rating and a healthy down payment THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUY because you will come to the negotiating table ready to close.

Sellers: If you price your home correctly, it will sell VERY FAST because those buyers I talked about in the last paragraphs are ONLY viewing and offering on properties that are priced well and show well. You have an opportunity to sell, and beat the market time of your competetors, but please listen to our pricing advice. Remember if you bought your home before 2004, you are probably still making a profit on your home.

Check back for more updates. Thanks for reading the Cranford NJ Real Estate Update

Sean Carroll - Realtor, Sales Associate

Team Carroll of RE/MAX Classic Group

908-376-1569

www.TeamCarrollNJ.com

Disney Dave let me know yesterday of an exciting new cruise program offered by Disney. For those of you who are disney fanatics, or want to explore another aspect of Disney besides the parks, here is what Dave Weichert from Magical Travel has to say this month:

Introducing Northern European Capitals and Mediterranean Cruises.
Start planning now...bookings begin October 14. Please contact me at disneydavew@verizon.net�or call 908-709-4199. There is nothing like these cruises. You get the Disney Cruise Line experience with fantastic new ports of call.

DISNEY EUROPEAN CRUISES

Disney Cruise Line offers a family vacation thousands of years in the making. Experience the timeless allure of historic Europe, with Disney as your guide. Explore quaint seaside villages and tour cosmopolitan cities, brimming with unparalleled shopping, sightseeing and fine dining. Whether you're experiencing family-friendly adventures � developed by local tour operators exclusively for Disney � or enjoying world-class entertainment aboard your ship, you'll know that all of your vacation needs are being taken care of, both on land and sea.


12-Night Northern European Capitals Cruise
Depart and arrive from the seaside village of Dover. In between, travel to Oslo and Copenhagen, followed by the Baltic Sea ports of Warnem�nde (Berlin), St. Petersburg, Helsinki or Tallinn, and Stockholm. Each port is sure to be memorable.

11-Night Mediterranean Cruise in Europe
Experience the grandeur of historic European destinations like Naples, Rome, Barcelona and the French Riviera and immerse yourself in a land of seaside towns and cosmopolitan cities where fine food, picturesque sights and rich cultures converge.

10-Night Mediterranean Cruise in Europe
Travel through time and surround yourself in the ageless charms of the sun-kissed Mediterranean as you rendezvous with captivating locales such as Barcelona, Rome, Marseilles and the French Riviera.

7-Night Barcelona to Dover
Weigh anchor in Barcelona and sail on the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, stopping to explore the exotic ports of Gibraltar, Cadiz and Lisbon. After two enchanting days at sea, arrive in merry ol' England, greeted by the majestic White Cliffs of Dover.

8-Night Dover to Barcelona
From Dover, sail across the English Channel to Cherbourg and then journey south, on the Atlantic for a day toward the Mediterranean. Stop off at Vigo, Lisbon, Cadiz, Gibraltar, and after another enjoyable day at sea, arrive at lively Barcelona.

14-Night Transatlantic Cruise - Eastbound
Depart on a majestic journey across the Atlantic reminiscent of the golden era of cruising and make waves at exotic ports in the Canary Islands, Gibraltar, Barcelona and Disney's own Castaway Cay.

14-Night Transatlantic Cruise- Westbound
Return back across the Atlantic and experience the adventure of a lifetime with a westbound cruise from the Mediterranean where alluring destinations like Barcelona, Cadiz and Tenerife are only the beginning.

As I blogged about yesterday. I am proud to have completed the CDPE training. I am more passionate than ever about helping homeowners avoid foreclosure, and share with them other options that are far less devastating both financially and emotionally. To tell you a little more about what a CDPE designation means for you the consumer, here is what the developers of the program have to say.

This is not just a 2 hour seminar, this is not a gimmick, this is an intensive training program, and an incredible network of agents equally passionate about helping each other help homeowners, AND helping their own clients.

What Is a CDPE?

The Developers of the Certified Distressed Property Expert Designation (CDPE) believe that in almost all cases the best person for a homeowner in distress to speak with is a well informed Licensed Realtor® that has the tools needed to help that homeowner find the best solution for their situation.

Foreclosure is a devastating financial and emotional process for a homeowner to go through, and in many cases they do so alone and without help of any kind.

An Agent who has earned the CDPE Designation has dedicated their time and effort to understanding the issues distressed homeowners are dealing with. The CDPE Professional is an agent who understands the full range of solutions and is ready to help.

While experiencing financial distress is difficult for any family, the process of finding a real estate professional shouldn't be, Selecting a CDPE agent ensures you are dealing with a professional ready to address your needs.

If you or someone you know is in a situation where they may be facing foreclosure, or maybe they are just having trouble making their mortgage payments. We are here to help. We will not judge, we will not criticize, we WILL help. Even if it has nothing to do with selling their home. Call today 908-376-1569!

www.TeamCarrollNJ.com

Cranford is a suburban NYC community with a population of about 23,000 people. The town has an excellent school system, and a quaint downtown area, which is in the process of revitalization - including new condominiums and retail establishments. The Rahway River runs through Cranford, which provides beautiful park-like settings throughout the town, as well as fresh water fishing, and canoeing opportunities for both residents and visitors.

The town sits on the Raritan Valley Train Line of NJ Transit, and commuters can access New York City via a transfer to the PATH train or Northeast Corridor at Newark Penn Station.

For more information:

www.Cranford.com

www.TeamCarrollNJ.com