Team Webster eMagazine March 2011

MARCH 2011

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W P A T T E R S O N - S C H W A R T Z R E A L E S T A T E

Welcome to this month’s TeamWebster eMagazine.

On the cover:Meals On Wheels of Delaware

volunteers, Gunderson and Nichols,

heading out to deliver meals.

It’s almost Spring and we are anxiously awaiting the return of green.

On January 11th the Sierra Club of Delaware recognized the City of Wilmington as Delaware’s first “Cool City” and honored Mayor James M. Baker for his efforts to aggressively adopt policies and programs that promote energy sustainability, environmental stewardship and climate protection.

The Sierra Club of Delaware’s Cool Cities Program is a statewide volunteer effort that encourages local governments to adopt policies and programs that protect the environment and citizens.

Mayor Baker thanked the Sierra Club for the recognition and congratulated Sierra Club members for their years of dedication to preserving the environment and the planet.

The mayor extended his appreciation to the citizens of Wilmington and the City’s many “green” community and business partners for adopting and supporting climate sustainability programs.

For more information about Wilmington climate sustainability programs, visit the City’s website at: www.WilmingtonDE.gov

For more information about Sierra Club of Delaware’s Cool Cities program, visit: http://coolcitiesde.us

I hope you enjoy the magazine. Cheers!

Jay Webster

Jay

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MIDDLETOWN 29 Minglewood DriveCricklewood4 BEDROOMS, 3.1 BATH, TWO CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $299,000

Blending traditional appeal with modern comforts, this immaculate home is rich in character and enhanced for today’s living. Spacious floor plan offers formal and casual living spaces for entertaining or quite times at home. Appoquinimink schools.

lTwo-story foyer, hardwoods, custom architectural moldings

l42” kitchen cabinets, center island, double ovens, pantry

lFamily room fireplace, deck and patio, second floor laundry

lSeparate office, finished basement with full bathroom, shed

For more information:www.psre.com/2136

Meals On Wheels Delaware is a non-profit 501c3 organization working with five meal-providing agencies and thousands of volunteers from corporations, civic,

religious and community groups. Together, the program provides and delivers meals every day to almost 4,000 homebound seniors. In fact, nearly 600,000 meals were served throughout the state. Meal recipients can have an income at any level and usually

live on their own, but are unable to prepare meals. Disabled, homebound individuals who are of the ages 18 – 59 may be eligible for meals as well. Meals On Wheels Delaware’s mission is to raise private funds for allocation to member

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agencies with meal delivery programs. By providing both financial and human resources, they ensure uninterrupted delivery of meals to senior Delawareans in the comfort of their homes. The organization has several event and fundraising campaigns that run each year, all throughout the three counties in Delaware.

Upcoming Events:Evening With The Masters: April 15, 2011 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware. Tickets to this event are $75 per person.

Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction: April 15, 2011 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware. Tickets are $100 per person and

Meals On Wheels Delaware: Volunteerism At Its Greatest

Meals being packaged for volunteer pickup and delivery

includes entry to Evening With The Masters.

Celebrity Chefs’ Brunch: April 17, 2011 from 10:00am to 1:30pm at Bank of America Bracebridge III in Wilmington, Delaware. Tickets to this event are $175 per person.

Denim & Diamonds: September 10, 2011 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm at the Delaware Agricultural Museum in Dover, Delaware. Tickets are $65 per person.

Celebrity Chefs’ Beach Brunch: October 2, 2011 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Rusty Rudder in Dewey Beach, Delaware. Tickets are $95 per person and $75 per person if purchased before Labor Day.

Stock Up For Seniors on December 10, 2011

Our delivery volunteers are critical to the Meals On Wheels Delaware program and vary in age and occupation. Some have full-time jobs, whereas others are retired and simply volunteer their time to help others. The organization relies strongly on community volunteerism because if it weren’t for these volunteers, the meals would not be delivered. In most cases, the volunteers create relationships with the meal recipients and for many seniors, the volunteers are the only ones they see or speak to during the day. The organization’s volunteers don’t just deliver the meals; they care for these homebound seniors and strive to make a personal connection to show exactly how much they care. Each of the five agencies throughout Delaware seek volunteers through local businesses, churches and the community.

If you are interested, please locate the agency in your county from the list below:

Modern Maturity Center in Kent County1121 Forrest AvenueDover, DE 19904(302) 734-1200

CHEER in Sussex County546 South Bedford StreetGeorgetown, DE 19974(302) 856-5187

Meals On Wheels Lewes Rehoboth32409 Lewes Georgetown HighwayLewes, DE 19958(302) 645-7449

City FARE in New Castle County1703 West 10th StreetWilmington, DE 19805(302) 421-3734

Newark Senior Center200 White Chapel RoadNewark, DE 19713(302) 737-5747

Whether you want to volunteer, donate or seek out events, visit our website at

www.mealsonwheelsde.org.


Michele Mitchell of The Hotel du Pont and staff will be participating in this year’s 2011 Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction.

2010 Celebrity Chefs’ Brunch attendees at Bank of America Bracebridge III.


KENNETT SQUARE 603 Millers HillPennsylvanniaLAND FOR SALE, 2 LOTS, 13+ ACRES

PRICE: $1,500,000

Exceptional location in the heart of Kennett Square with all the advantage and convenience for clients and employees alike. There is a home on the property being sold “as-is”. The terrain is sloping and rolling hills. Home is 92 years old with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath.

lZoned Business Park bordering the Exelon complexlBusiness Park was established to provide opportunities for a wide range of complementary business, office and medical uses which are suited to a campus-like environment

Land For Sale.


WILMINGTON 1008 Baltimore AveElsmere Manor2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, TWO PARKING SPACES

PRICE: $119,900

You’ll be charmed by this immaculately presented residence brick home with light filled interiors, beautiful hardwood floors and many updates. Freshly painted easy-care home is close to shops, transportation and backs to park with playground.

lNew roof, central air and stove in 2010 and furnace in 2008

lKitchen with peninsula, door to rear patio, fenced back yard

lWalk-out basement with finished family room and laundry

lOff street parking for two in back, all appliances included



OXFORD, PA 122 Mcberty CourtPreserve at Elk Ridge 4 BEDROOMS, 3.1 BATHS, 3-CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $490,000

This stunning 5,219 sq/ft Wilkinson-built home is a showcase of features to please every generation. Offering integrated formal, casual, leisure and retreat spaces for grand entertaining, intimate gatherings on 2.38 acres that even includes a pond.

lTwo-story family room, stone fireplace, back stairwaylEat-in kitchen, 42” cherry cabinets, granite, island, reading loftlBreakfast bar, tile backsplash, GE Profile appliances, decklMaster retreat, fireplace, luxury bath, walk-in closet, sitting room

lStudy, hardwoods, recessed lights, finished walk-out basement

For more information: www.psre.com/1158


MIDDLETOWN 1374 Cedar Lane RoadBaker Farms4 BEDROOMS, 2.1 BATH, TWO CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $389,000

Striking a seamless balance between period character and contemporary style, this stunning Victorian offers distinguished features both old and new. The traditional layout extends to outdoor spaces making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining.



lFoyer with window seat, oak hardwood floors, 10’ ceilings

l42” kitchen cabinets, center island with seating, tile floor

lIn-ground pool, screened gazebo, fenced yard, two acres, stream

lWood burning fireplace, wrap-around porch, first floor laundry

l Finished walk-out basement, all appliances, new carpet, shed


KENNETT SQUARE 122 Spottswood Ln.Marlbrooke 4 BEDROOMS, 2.1 BATHS, 2-CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $374,900

Delightfully secluded, generously proportioned, surrounded by open & wooded 2.3 acres, wonderful country style home offers a quiet and relaxed lifestyle designed for easy indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Unionville-Chadds Ford school district.

lWrap around porch, Trek deck, retractable awning, shedlLarge eat-in kitchen, stainless appliances, butler’s pantrylCasual living room, stone fireplace, formal dining roomlHuge basement, lots of storage, third floor guest suite

SOLD

NEW CASTLE 26 Mifflin AvenueMinquadale3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS

PRICE: $200,000

In a quiet setting, this impeccable seven year old home melds traditional character with easy-care living to create a residence of warmth and charm. Ideally located for commuting, shopping and entertainment with convenient access to Wilmington and Philly.

lEat-in kitchen, center island, gas cooking, slider to deck

lPotential in-law suite with separate full bath, full basement

lLaminate floor, tilt-in windows, all appliances, ceiling fans

lMaster suite with full bath, off-street parking, shed



NEWARK 52 Kenmar DriveBrookside Park 3 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH

PRICE: $139,900

Embraced by peaceful flower gardens, this spacious ranch boasts a delightful mixture of indoor and outdoor living. Whether a first-time home buyer or downsizing, this home is brimming with potential to update or simply move in, relax and enjoy.

lFormal living room, separate family room, eat-in kitchenlNewer roof, boiler and carpet, picture windows, tile bathlThree season room, shed, tree-lined back yard, all applianceslClose to downtown Newark, UD, major roads and bus routes

SOLD

LANDENBERG 217 Sunny Dell RoadNew Garden Township3-4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, ONE CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $246,500

Perfectly situated on over an acre of woods and gently sloping landscape, this wonderfully maintained ranch home offers today’s discerning home buyer peace, privacy and an upscale lifestyle with indoor and outdoor spaces and central location conveniences.

lCircular driveway, fenced back yard, mature gardens and trees

lHardwood floors, cozy living room with wood stove, pool, shed

lFamily room with vaulted ceiling and gas stove, walk-up attic

lMain floor laundry/mudroom, wrap-around deck, fin. bsmt



NEWARK 97 Dallas AvenueDevon Place4 BEDROOMS, 1.1 BATHS, CAR PORT

PRICE: $219,000

Ideally located with just a back yard stroll to parks and only minutes from downtown Newark and the University of Delaware. Originally owned and well cared for home with established perennial gardens offering a relaxed lifestyle with privacy and convenience.

lHardwood floors, updated efficiency kitchen, screened porchlExpansive back yard, patio, fence, two sheds, all applianceslReplacement windows, maintenance-free exterior, city serviceslBedroom built-ins, mud/laundry room, crawl space/attic storage


Marybeth Cashman, Loan Officer(302) 234-6087 Direct (302) 388-3758 [email protected]

Source: Trulia Subject to change without notification. Information provided should not be con-sidered as a commitment to lend. Offer subject to property and credit approval. Program and

other restrictions may apply. Please contact your Loan Consultant for further details.©2011 Shelter Mortgage

The Hidden Costs of Renting

If someone you know is still renting, let them know whatthey’re missing out on!Opportunity Costs - When you rent, youlose out on the chance of equity – whichcan mean an increase in your home’s value.Plus, even in a down market, it can alsomean never having the chance of owningthe place you live free and clear.

Income taxes - If you earn above a certain salary, theincome taxes you’re paying as a renter will besubstantially higher than if you owned a home and coulddeduct your property taxes andmortgage interest.

Storage - It’s not uncommon for tenants with smallapartments to also pay for storage space, withoutcalculating that expense into their “housing” budget.

Costs of improving the property - Long-term renters maypaint, replace the flooring, and do other improvements tomake the place livable. But since it’s not technically “their”home, when they do move out, all the cash they invested islost. In fact, some landlords may require them to pay orforfeit deposit money to bring the place back to itsoriginal, neutral décor.

Lost deposits - Anyone who has rented more than a coupleof apartments is well aware of the chances of losing someor all of your security deposit, no matter how well you carefor your home.

Other unexpected costs of renting…• Laundry: if using a washer and dryer at a local

laundromat costs $1.50 per load, than washing 20loads of laundry each month would cost a household about $720 a year – that’s the price for buying aninexpensive washing machine.

• Parking: while some rentals include parking, this usually isn’t the case, especially in a major metro area. Themedian monthly parking rate is $153.79 – which adds up to a pretty penny after a year.

• Frivolous spending: though this really depends on where you live, urban renters for example, are more inclined to spend frivolously on dining out.

Make renting a thing of the past! Contact me today formore information!

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Marybeth CashmanLoan Officer - Hockessin Center7234 Lancaster PikeHockessin, DE 19707(302) 234-6087 [email protected]

Subject to change without notification. Information provided should not be considered as acommitment to lend. Offer subject to property and credit approval. Program and other

restrictions may apply. Please contact your Loan Consultant for further details.©2011 Shelter Mortgage

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NEWCASTLE 36 Doncaster AvenueStratford3 BEDROOMS, 1.2 BATHS

PRICE: $192,500

A superb opportunity exists with this lovingly maintained solid built ranch. Set on a beautiful lot with mature trees within walking distance to Pleasantville Elementary, this home offers exceptional value with potential to further enchance with your own touches.

lMaintaince free brick exterior, beautiful hardwoods throughoutlEat-in kitchen, dining room with sliders to three-season porchlFinished basement with fireplace, powder room, extra storagelDoublewide driveway, fenced back yard, 2 sheds, all appliances



PIKE CREEK 3107 Videre DriveSkyline Ridge 4 BEDROOMS, 2.1 BATHS, 2-CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $400,000

Nestled in Pike Creek atop a beautifully landscaped lot enjoying serene wooded views. This spacious home offers the perfect sanctuary with inviting rooms and stylish updated kitchen and bathrooms. Just minutes to shops, restaurants, schools and parks.

lFormal living/dining rooms, wood floors, family room, fireplacelGourmet cherry/stainless kitchen, tile, granite, Florida roomlMaster suite, his/her closets, marble/tile bath, jetted spa tub

lHuge great room, wood stove, finished basement, back yard deck


WILMINGTON 2401 Pennsylvania Ave.The Devon1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, CONDO #308

PRICE: $89,900

From its third floor vantage point, this open floor plan condo captures street views while enjoying an urban lifestyle from its central location in the heart of the city of Wilmington. Move right in and enjoy maintenace-free living.

lEfficiency kitchen with lots of cabinets for added storage

lSpacious bedroom, abundant closet space throughout

lMonthly condo fee ocvers all utilities except the phone

lDoorman, 24-hour security, cafe, restaurant, salon, pool



LANDENBERG 120 Penn Green RoadPennsylvannia

Located on the edge of Landenberg’s Historic Village and only minuetes from downtown Newark and Hockessin sits this expanded ranch on a private setting of ten plus acres of enchanting and beautiful woods plus open acres with idyllic views. Bright and open floor

plan with formal and informal spaces that include billiard room, hobby room, sunroom, skylights, french doors to wrap around deck with fabulous views. The three car garage features a one bedroom in-law/apartment above with separate entrance. The beautiful in-ground swimming pool feels more like a pond in an enchanted forest. This property has been

approved for three lot subdivisions.

4 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, 3-CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $625,000


l Formal living/dining rooms, wrap around deck

lLarge eat-in kitchen, island, skylights, sunroom

l Magnificent master retreat, luxury bath

lTwo wood fireplaces, one gas fireplace


LANDENBERG 6 Bullock RoadFranklin TownshipLAND FOR SALE, POLE BARN, 3.89 ACRES

PRICE: $125,000

Build your dream home on this beautiful 3.89 acre property in picturesque Chester County, PA with easy access to Philadelphia, downtown Newark and Wilmington, DE. You’ll be inspired to create your own lush oasis where friends, family, pets and even horses can all enjoy this charming country setting.

lOpen and wooded areas including a creeklPerc tested and approved in 2005lCurrently set up for horses with pastures and pole barn

lYou don’t have to be a horse lover to appreciate this property


Land For Sale.


WEST GROVE 237 Kelton RoadPennsylvannia4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, 3-CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $199,000

Charming farmhouse with panoramic views of rolling pastures. A country winding road leads you to this affordable and appealing home. Fully renovated and updated with the feeling of yesteryear with wonderful doors and vintage hardware.

l Large eat-in country kitchen with an enclosed patiol Formal living and dining rooms, covered porch with swingl Root cellar perfect wine cellar, walk-up attic with electricitylDetached 3-car garage with electricity, insulated and side door

NEWARK 9 Ann Marie CourtChapman Woods3 BEDROOMS, 2.1 BATHS, ONE CAR GARAGE

PRICE: $210,000

Premium end unit. Beautifully maintained and move-in ready. Abundant living space with contemporary updates. On a quiet cul-de-sac with guest parking and community playground. Convenient for commuting, shopping and entertainment.

lOpen floor plan, lower family room with back yard accesslProfessional gas range, island w/seating, maple cabinetslNew hardwood floors/carpet, large deck, lots of storage

lSkylights, vaulted ceiling, recessed lights, crown molding


SOLD

With a little luck and hard work,

we’ll get this sign in your front yard too.

With a little luck and hard work,

we’ll get this sign in your front yard too.

ive us a call today!Give us a call today!G

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