Category: Moving Mom & Dad

Topics related to helping move Mom & Dad; downsizing, hauling, disposal, selling valuables, real estate values, staging, auction, consignment, donations

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May 2015 – Lehigh Valley Real Estate Market Update

A row of three houses with green lawns and trees.
West Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
West Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

May 2015 – Lehigh Valley Real Estate Market update

As of May  2015 – (change)                                        YTD 2015 – (change)
Closed Sales  596 properties (-2.8.%)                                  2,412 (+10.5%)
Days on Market  74 (0.0%)                                                           77    (0.0%)
Median Sales Price  $174,250 (+3.8%)                           $164,150 (+2.6%)
Average Sales Price  $200,511 (+5.2%)                           $191,399 (+5.6%)
% of List Price received  96.8% (+0.8%)                             96.2% (+0.3%)

Months of inventory for May 2015 = 6.4                   YTD 2015 (-28.9%)
(6 months of inventory is considered an even market)

If you would like know what’s happening in your neighborhood, give us a call 610-417-1174.

Houses AVAILABLE  in Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley

Properties from $1,000 to $100,000

Properties from $100,000 to $200,000

Properties from $200,000 to $300,000

Properties from $300,000 to $400,000

Properties from $400,000 to $500,000

Properties from $500,000 to $3,000,000

If you or someone you know is thinking about selling or buying real estate in Bethlehem, PA, the Lehigh Valley, or in either Lehigh or Northampton counties, please give us a call at 610-417-1174 or look us up on the web at www.RedHeadAgent.com.  We take pride in the service which we provide to each and every customer and because of our Superior Service we have build a solid reputation.

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What does SRES mean? – Senior Real Estate Specialist

As a trained Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), I will meet with you and your loved ones to discuss your needs, outline your choices and help you determine the best option for you.

When necessary I can call on a team of experts including Home Inspectors, Estate Liquidation Services, Appraisers, Movers and Attorneys. This will ensure that the purchase and move to your new residence will proceed smoothly.  There is always an emotional element associated with selling your home. As a professional I specialize in the needs of
seniors. Either finding a new residence, or staying in your current home, I will be able
to assist you through the entire process.

What is an SRES?
A Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) is a REALTOR® who is uniquely qualified to assist seniors in housing sales and purchases. The SRES® designation is awarded only to REALTORS® who have successfully completed a series of educational courses on how to help seniors and their families with later-in-life real estate transactions. They also draw upon the expertise of a network of senior specialists, such as estate planners, CPAs, and eldercare lawyers, and are familiar with local community resources and services.

My mission is to help seniors and their families navigate the maze of financial, legal and emotional issues that accompany the sale of the home.
What qualities make an SRES® different?  I am….
• Knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate in dealing with senior issues.
• Placing your best interests first and foremost in my mind.
• Able to suggest housing alternatives, including ones that may allow an aging parent to remain in the home instead of selling it.
• Approaching the transaction in a no-pressure way  and provide superior service.
• Willing to take the time needed to make a client feel comfortable with the complex selling process.
• Understanding the emotional demands that a sale can make on a senior, and try to minimize them.
• Interacting easily with all generations, including seniors, adult children and caretakers.
• Knowledgeable about local senior housing options and elder support services.
• Possessing a wide network of other senior-focused professionals who can assist in tax counseling, financial and estate planning, and other aspects of the sale and move.

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Traditions of Hanover, Bethlehem, PA 18017

Traditions of Hanover, 5300 Northgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017

ToH1I consider myself very lucky to have met the staff of Traditions of Hanover about 7 years ago. In my opinion you won’t find a finer group of people. They are caring, smart and fun-loving. They know each member of their community personally and they call everyone by their name. The staff really does care about each and every resident. If you are able to move to Traditions of Hanover you will be well cared for! I see loving care happening here each time that I visit.
Traditions of Hanover is an independent living community for seniors nestled in its own quiet campus on the northern side of Bethlehem, PA. It is close to shopping, entertainment, churches, restaurants and highways. The solid & well maintained 3 story property is made up of 114 apartments; 1 bedroom studios, 1 bedroom 1 bath apartments, and 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments. And ADA apartments are available in all three styles.
Each apartment is bright and cheerful and has quick access to the rest of the building.  Every unit has either a kitchen or kitchenette so if a resident wanted to prepare a meal in the privacy of their own home they could.  But there is no need to cook! The Dining room serves each resident 2 meals per day. The restaurant quality food is delicious and the menu is always changing.

Lots of social events are planned throughout the year. You’ll never get bored at Traditions of Hanover! Trips to local theaters, stores, markets, museums are always available to do. But the community of residents join together to enjoy their personal interests too, like music, singing, exercise, cards, chess, pool, movies, reading, knitting, needlework and crochet and much, much more.
Make your appointment for a personal tour today. Call Jennifer or Megan to find out more about this fantastic community. If you have a loved one who really needs to move to a more stable environment, Traditions of Hanover is where they need to be.

Traditions of Hanover has been awarded another 5star review from Senioradvisor.com.   This award doesn’t surprise me.  Congratulations to one and all at Traditions of Hanover for a JOB WELL DONE!!

2015 senior living

Contact:
Jennifer Murphy, 484-893-6689, Director of Marketing
Megan Sedlock, 484-893-6034, Marketing Associate

Please tell Jennifer or Megan that you found this information on the RedHeadAgent’s blog.  Thanks!