Localism: Chester County, PA

Dear Diary, 11/21/08 Is that snow?? East Goshen, PA

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:23:57 -0600

My husband Jack was walking through the bedroom today and astounded me by saying it was snowing! With that, I hear Max's feet hit the floor running... the kid lives for snow. He went straight to the computer to check out whether or not he had a snow day... Hope springs eternal in the young! Sadly for him and yippee for me, school was in session! Mom, where are my gloves... Mom, do you think we'll have early dismissal, Mom.. Mom.. Mom...

Seeing the snow through my puppy's eyes this morning brought a smile to my face. JJ has never seen snow and he was in puppy heaven! Clumps of snow were sticking out all over his little body. God, I love this dog.

Honestly, have you ever seen a cuter little face?

C Tann Starr recently posted, or commented that someone told her she needed to stop talking about her children so much. What? Our children, our pets, our spouses... these are the things I want to know about people. I don't want to read market reports, although I've posted a few.

I come to Active Rain to form relationships with other agents. Maybe the public is reading Active Rain, and I hope they are, but I'm here to meet other agents, to talk about our lives, to celebrate our successes and commiserate about our missteps. I think this kind of networking is invaluable. I'd love to meet a buyer or seller here, but I'd love it more to get a referral from someone here, another agent, who I have come to know and respect. To know that the feeling of respect is mutual.

Now that is social networking.

I've formed some very serious friendships here. I value them like I value all of my friendships. They make my life more pleasant, they make it for flavorful.

And, hey, if you don't want to hear about my little dog, or my two sons, or my husband and the red vacuum cleaner, oh well.

First Time Home Buyers Begin At The Beginning

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:22:51 -0600

Where Should A First Time Home Buyer Begin?

A First Time Home Buyer Who Dares To Be Different

A good place to begin is at the beginning.

Did you know that most first time home buyers do not begin at the beginning? They usually start in the middle by looking for a home, falling in love, then scrambling to make it work, sometimes with unnecessary disappointment or heart break. We can always find another wonderful home for you. Dare to be different and begin at the beginning by asking yourself some tough questions about your lifestyle, your finances and your motivation to be a home owner.

See MainLinePaToday.com and click here to read more abut First Time Buyers and Should everyone be a home owner?

First Time Home Buyers Begin At The Beginning

1508 Canyon Drive Downingtown .....don't miss this one!!!

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:24:11 -0600

Dan Brudnok | Keller Williams Real Estate - Realtor, ABR, CSP, e-PRO (PA License Number #RS225179L) | 610-256-7258

1528 Canyon Drive, Downingtown, PA

Great Location, Neighborhood, Amenities, Lifestyle.....Downingtown Area Schools.....Easy Access for travel

4BR/2.5BA Single Family House

offered at $409,000

Year Built	1986
Sq Footage	2,390
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	2
Parking	2 Car garage
Lot Size	52,272 sqft
HOA/Maint	$0 per month

DESCRIPTION

Beautiful Large Colonial in sought after Aspenwood development in Downingtown Schools......Large 1.2 acres lot.....Great interior Flow, with large room layout's.....Quiet woods in rear yard.....close to everything, United Sports Center, Rt's 340, 30, 322....Strasburg Road......Downingtown (10 minutes), Exton Mall (15 minutes), Philly (45 minutes), Lancaster (30 minutes), Great Valley (25 minutes)

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C	Central heat	Fireplace
High/Vaulted ceiling	Walk-in closet	Hardwood floor
Family room	Living room	Office/Den
Dining room	Breakfast nook	Dishwasher
Refrigerator	Stove/Oven	Microwave
Basement	Washer	Dryer
Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio	Yard

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Large level lot, quiet setting, Privacy

Walking distance to United Sports Center

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:

Dan Brudnok

Keller Williams Real Estate - Realtor, ABR, CSP, e-PRO (PA License Number #RS225179L)

610-256-7258

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Nov 12, 2008, 5:02am PST

Unfortunate sign of the times.....PLEASE be careful.

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:26:31 -0600

Here is a notification and reminder from one of our local police authorities.....I have to imagine that most areas are feeling this type of increase.......you don't have to be the next one that has to file a report if you......

Please be aware that over the past month, there has been a sharp increase in car break-ins resulting in numerous thefts from vehicles. The thieves have been entering unlocked vehicles and also forcibly entering vehicles by breaking windows. Be proactive in all that you do and avoid the pitfalls of being a victim.

Attempt to park your car in well lit areas whenever possible

Remove ALL valuables from your vehicle, especiallyGPS units, satellite radios, handbags, wallets, loose change/money, garage door openers......someone may take a chance if you allow them the opportunity.

ALWAYS lock your vehicle and use an alarm if equipped......even if you are going back in 5 minutes.

Do not leave your vehicle running unattended.......those days have been long gone for me.

Report suspicious activity in your neighborhood IMMEDIATELY

Avoid having packages left on your front step. Have a neighbor sign for them, or have them delivered to your office if you are away during the day. Remember we can be our best source of protection for one another.

Dan Brudnok
I appreciate your referrals!!!!!!!

Keller Williams Real Estate
Dan - direct @ 610-256-7258
Office - main @ 610-363-4300

Click here for the most up to date Real Estate market conditions where you live......

Search the 7 County Philadelphia market for homes for sale at:www.DanBrudnok.com

First Time Home Buyers Get Their Ducks In A Row

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:45:57 -0600

First Time Home Buyers Succeed With Planning and Preparation

Our First Time Home Buyers Series will begin at the beginning with advice to help you get your real estate ducks in a row.

A Real Estate “Buyers” Market

Anytime that you have more than 6 months of inventory backing up, you have a Buyers Market. And some would say, “it’s about time!”

Happily for Buyers, gone are the “escalation” clauses for the Agreement of Sale price and the anxiety producing multiple offers-”pick me, pick me” (although I’ve heard of a few on some “hot” properties).

Sellers Love, Love, Love First Time Buyers!

Why? Because First Time Home Buyers don’t have a house to sell, which eliminates a major contingency.

See MainLinePaToday.com to read more about our First Time Home Buyers Series. Click here: