Yes, this Quarryville Realtor is on Face Book. Yes I'm on Craig's List. Yes I utilize the social media to market my business. Obviously I write for my Blog “Live Quarryville.” Yes I have multiple sources linked to and driving everything back to my web site. Yes I still do regular mailings. Having said all that I want to put in a word for what I'm calling “shoe leather technology”.

Sounds kind of strange to say something like shoe leather technology this far into the 21^st Century. Look around, we have devices that even the science fiction writers and movie producers could not envision just thirty years ago. But today I utilized shoe leather technology.

It was a nice day, sunny and not too cold. It gave me the opportunity to get out and work my farming territory. I confess, winter weather and a cold that seems to have moved in as my permanent cohabitant has put me a little behind my schedule for walking my farming territory. But today I had a chance to catch up.

Yes, Quarryville is a relatively small town so I walk my territory dropping off valuable information concerning the current market in the borough and also an additional “bonus”. Usually one of my wife's great recipes or something else the recipients may find useful. (Not everyone finds Real Estate market data as interesting as I do. Imagine that!)

My doctor thinks it's great that I take these regular walks in addition to working out in a gym three times a week. BUT the real benefit to walking the territory is that I frequently get to meet the people that live there. Today I met a wonderfully nice lady and we had a great chat. We discovered that we both have lived in Quarryville for some time, but never met. (I've been here 40 years and she 30.) We discovered common friends and acquaintances. We are no longer strangers. Now I don't know if she'll ever sell her house. If she does she may chose someone else to represent her, but so what? I met a nice person and from now on when we see each other out somewhere, we will no longer be strangers. This Quarryville Realtor thinks that's valuable in itself.

Check out new property listings at my web site: http://dhess.kwrealty.com

Find out what's happening in Quarryville, Pa by visiting Live Quarryville: http://c04c911.activerain.com/

OPEN HOUSE

NORTHERN LIBERTIES

Sunday, March 9th 11am-1pm

429 Poplar Street

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You won’t want to miss this Open House on Sunday, March 9th from 11-1PM at 429 Poplar Street. Here’s your chance to tour a roof-decked out 3 Bedroom 3 Story Home with private 1 car garage and and panoramic views of Northern Liberties and Center City.

Here are some of the great features you’ll see on your tour:

• Hardwood floor throughout
• Lower level family room made for entertainment
• Kitchen with breakfast nook, stainless steel, granite, & easy access to the patio
• Bright Master bedroom suite with fitted walk in closet and private bath
• Marble tile & wood vanity hall bathroom
• Large laundry room w/ side by side washer and dryer
• All this and more for $499,900

If unable to tour this weekend, call us for more details: 215-400-2600 - Ask for Chris or Stephanie Somers

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There is much to see in the Pocono Mountains! With all of the people here when they think Poconos, they think, Skiing, Rivers, or Mountain Sides. The truth is, The Pocono Mountains is full of All Forms of Wildlife, Bodies of Water, Outdoor Activities, Winter Sport Enthusiasts, Hunting, Nightlife, Casinos, Waterparks, Romantic Getaway Resorts, Ski Resorts, Private Communities, and so much more! In Northeastern Pennsylvania, The Pocono Mountains claims 2,400 Miles of Wooded Mountains and Valleys Full of Beautiful Lakes, Rivers, Creeks, and other Bodies of Water. The Pocono Mountains Embraces Fans of Nascar With the Legendary Pocono Raceway in the tiny town of Long Pond every Summer.

The Poconos has become a very popular place to settle down and have a family in, or a perfect spot for HoneyMooners, Hunters, Hikers, Fishermen, Boat Sailers, White Water Rafting, and much more. The Prime Place for White Water Rafting is in Lake Harmony! Lake Harmony Estate's 125 Acre Lake Boasts the Opportunity for Water Skiing and Jet Skiing. Lake Harmony is also home to The Legendary Pocono Ski Resorts Big Boulder Resort and Jack Frost Mountain. The Poconos calls 185 Ski Trails home. Split Rock Resort & Waterpark is the Cornerstone to the tiny town of Winter Fun, Whitewater Rafting, and Nightlife known as Lake Harmony. Split Rock Resort is PACKED with Fun including a Waterpark, Golfing, Lodges, Massage Centers, Bowling, and much more. Stop into Pocono Mountain Lakes Realty and find Discount Coupons for Split Rock's Water Park and Bowling Alley right here in the office!

It is safe to say that The Pocono Mountains Has Everything you could look for in a Special Getaway Retreat from the Big City! It is The Perfect Place to buy your Second Home For a Getaway, Settle Down Fulltime, Or for a Vacation Renter!

Avenues Foundation Beer Dinner

March 22

The Greystone

Seatings at 5:30 and 7:45

Cost $60.00

Tables of 4, 5 , 6, & 8 available for purchase

FIRST COURSE

LORD CHESTERFIELD POACHED U-8 FLORIDA SHRIMP,GRILLED BRUSSEL SPROUT LEAVES,VINE RIPENED TOMATOES,

LEMON-PARMESAN VINAIGRETTE

LORD CHESTERFIELD ALE

SECOND COURSE

TEN HOUR BRAISED PORK SHOULDER, GREEN ONION SMASHED YUKON GOLD POTATOES,

SASSAFRAS BACON-BLEU CHEESE SLAW

LAGER LIGHT

THIRD COURSE

GRILLED CHIPOTLE BUFFALO SAUSAGE, SMOKED GOUDA POLENTA,

MUSTARD GREENS, FONTINA FONDUE

BLACK AND TAN

FOURTH COURSE

KENTUCKY BOURBON-VERMONT MAPLE CRÈME` BRULE`,

FRESH BERRIES

BOCK

If you are interested in attending, please contact Pete Keitsock.

All checks should be made payable to the Avenues Foundation.

Peter J. Keitsock

Executive Director

Avenues

2 Park Street

Pottsville, PA 17901

570-622-7920

Avenues Foundation Beer Dinner: March 22, 2012

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.