About Delaware County, PA

Spring Farm Market Humor In Delaware County PA

Humor is great and fun to share, no matter where you find it, when done in good taste, like at a farmer’s market! That’s what this sign did to both of us. Doug spotted the sign then took me out to take this photo so we could share it.

Wolff's Apple House is located on the outskirts of Media, Delaware County, PA on Route 452, Pennell Road and has been supplying the local communities with fresh fruits and vegetables for over 100 years!

Wolff's is one of those places that has great corn in the summer, spring flowers, fresh baked pies during the holiday seasons and just keeps going as the years go by.

I am happy that they are still in business and they have a sense of humor!

Plan a visit some time to this Farm Market, as they call it, and be happy to be supporting a local business that supports local farmers.

To find out more, open this link Wolff’s Apple House or set your GPS to 81 S. Pennell Road, Media, PA 19063. Phone 610-566-1680.

(Written by Gloria)

Spring Farm Market Humor In Delaware County PA

A home for many people is their biggest investment or potential investment. So choosing the right person to list your home for sale is important. Where ever you are things have changed, especially with Main Line Philadelphia Real Estate. Here are 10 tips to bear in mind as you select the right agent to not only list your home but to sell your home.

1. The size of the broker is irrelevant! Yes, it is shocking but true. The internet has leveled the field not just for retail, travel and other industries but also in real estate. An agent from a small brokerage with specific skills on the Internet can achieve better results than an agent without those skills at a large brokerage. Also buyer agency means that any agent from any broker can sell your home and represent their buyers in the negotiation regardless of their affiliation.
2. The agent is more important than the brokerage. Rarely do I get anyone asking me about what my broker is going to do for them when I am on a listing appointment. But, my clients want to know, "What are YOU going to do for me?"
3. Consider the relationship you are going to have with this agent. Is it someone you can relate with, talk to, do you feel they listen and understand what you are saying. Do you feel they will go to bat for you if needed. Will they tell you the truth, even if you don't want to hear it. If they don't before you list, they won't afterwards.
4. How does this agent communicate, are they available? Do they answer their phone or will you be constantly leaving messages.
5. What is the agents marketing plan. Do they sound like everyone else? If so ditch them now. 93% of buyers are looking on-line, so forget about printed brochures and newspaper advertising, save some trees and focus on where people are looking.
6. Does the agent ask you questions about your home or is the presentation all about them?
7. How does the agent handle objections, avoid them or answer them?
8. What about the commission, do they explain to you your options regarding their commission and what will be offered to a buyer's agent or a transaction licensee.
9. Do they have contractors they recommend if needed for repairs.
10. Do they know what they are doing? What is their experience.
11. Are they experienced negotiators? Do they adopt a win-lose position or are they able to offer solutions to reach a third alternative win-win position for everyone?
12. How easily can you cancel the listing agreement? If the agent is any good, he will have an easy cancelation policy that is fair to both of you. Agents who sell homes don't have time to bicker over countless details of who did what wrong. It is much easier to move on and list the next property than force a client who is unhappy to stay in a listing agreement and end up in coutless arguements that achieve nothing for either party.

I gave you two bonus tips as I love to over deliver. If you are thinking of listing your Main Line Home for sale. give us a call and let us explain how we will get your home sold for you.

Spring Is In The Air – Plan A Stroll In Media, PA - Saturday March 10^th 6-9 PM (On Going Event -2^nd Saturday Arts Stroll)

Even though it is technically still winter, signs of an early spring are everywhere. Crocus are displaying their colors on lawns, daffodils are about ready to bloom and birds are singing those courtship songs to attract their mates.

This warm weather pattern should make for good weather for an evening stroll down State Street in Media, PA for their monthly 2^nd Saturday Arts Stroll.

This on going event in Media, Delaware County, PA happens every 2^nd Saturday from 6-9 PM.

Plan on enjoying dinner at one of the many restaurants in Media, and then enjoy a walk around State Street and the many side streets as you listen to live music and visit local shops that stay open during this event selling their wares and goodies.

Purchase your dessert from one of the local merchants such as Sinfully Delicious Gourmet Pastries, which recently opened on Monroe Street, very close to the Media Theater.

Whether you stroll alone, with a date or with your family or friends, enjoy yourself as you meander your way around Media looking at the works of local artists.

To find out more open this link - 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll

(Written by Gloria)

Spring Is In The Air – Plan A Stroll In Media, PA - Saturday March 10^th 6-9 PM (On Going Event -2^nd Saturday Arts Stroll)

Hand Stitching Connects More Than Threads And Fabric in Havertown, Delaware County, PA

Hand stitching can be a very relaxing thing, often it is done to create a finished product for a friend or family member or a way to make something to embellious one's home. Well hand stitching can also help bring people together.

Every Friday there is a group that gathers at the Haverford Township Free Library on Darby Road starting at 10AM where hand stitchers of all levels meet to form a "community" of hand stitchers. Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, counted cross-stitch...whatever the medium involving threads or yarn is welcome.

For roughly two hours projects done by hand are worked on while the participants drink tea and talk with each other. Such regular meetings are a great way to help motivate you if you have a project that has been sitting in a bag in the closet gathering dust or you are stuck with a detail on a new project.

It sounds like this group has been gathering for a few years now and that there are many experienced attendees who could offer guidance on a knitting, crocheting or other fiber craft project. Whatever your level of craft, this sounds like a great place to gather and connect with women who enjoy creating things for others or themselves. And men, if you have the desire to learn how to knit or crochet or are an experienced hand stitcher also, I bet you would be welcomed too!

For more details, open this link Haverford Township Free Library or call 610-446-3082.

Happy Stitching!

Hand Stitching Connects More Than Threads And Fabric in Havertown, Delaware County, PA

March is Red Cross Month! Donate in 2012!

The Red Cross is one of those organizations that can be counted on to help people in need when a disaster strikes. And this Winter of 2012 is proving to be the beginning of a year when many are in need. Many states in the Midwest have been hit hard by unseasonably strong storms with much fury. Many lives have been lost, disrupted and homes totally destroyed.

If you have ever considered giving blood, now is the time.

If you have ever considered volunteering your time, now is the time.

If you are looking for an organization to donate to that makes a difference, then consider the Red Cross.

Back in 1943 President Franklin Roosevelt, honorary chairman of the Red Cross, declared March “Red Cross Month”, and ever since the Red Cross has used March as its main thrust for fundraising.

No donation is too small. It all makes a difference and we can all have a positive impact for those in need.

To find out more open this link for Southeastern PA Chapter or this link March As Red Cross Month.

March is Red Cross Month! Donate in 2012!