Ocean City, N.J. - The Southern Shore ... Eight miles of sandy beaches, 2 1/2 miles of Family oriented Boardwalk with places to play, shop and eat ... Cultural and Entertaining historic Music Pier ... A Clean, Safe Environment for Vacationing or Year Around Pleasure ...

Each season Thousands of guests and visitors enjoy their vacation in Ocean City, N.J.   [ more .... ]

When the final statistics for 2008 sales in Ocean City, New Jersey roll in I suspect that we’ll see a final tally similar to 2007 – which is much better than similar reports we’re hearing from across the country.

'tis the season 

 Yes Virginia, there IS real estate sold in Ocean City, New Jersey in November and December .... 

Smart, qualified and motivated Buyers and Sellers haven't closed shop for the holidays. In fact, January and February are even good months to buy and sell.

The internet has changed buying habits - AND selling strategies. With Real Estate websites open 24-7 buyers can shop for a home at the shore as easily as they can a tie or a Phillies World championship shirt. [ more .... ] 

 CLICK TO PRINT THIS MONTH'S BEST VALUES FLYER FOR OCEAN CITY, NJ
includes singles, duplexes and condos in a variety of locations

James I. (Jim) Marshall, CRS, GRI, e-PRO
1 - 888 - 602 - 3243 24 Hrs Daily
Prudential Fox & Roach Realtors
Ocean City, NJ

It's time for me to share a gift idea with you ... great as a closing gift, anniversary gift or just plain gift ...

Several years ago I bought a closing gift for a customer after I'd seen it at a booth at the REALTOR's convention in Atlantic City.It was called a "Sundance Replica" and was an "ornament", hand crafted and hand painted, made from a photograph of a property.

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Jim Marshall - Prudential Fox & Roach AND Sundance Replicas

There IS good news to report regarding Ocean City, NJ real estate ! According to the South Jersey Shore Regional Multiple Listing Service sales volume in Ocean City has improved over the past 12 months - with some obvious trends developing.

Although the average sales price dropped, and days on the market increased, for MOST properties the overall forecast seems MUCH better than it did just a year ago.

As you might expect, homes and condominiums priced in a more affordable price range ( $250,000 to $700,000) have been selling - while property priced at $700,000 and up are still experiencing the pains of higher supply and lower demand - meaning some price adjustments and property conditions are still necessary.

For Buyers this indicates that you shouldn't be too surprised if you find competition ( and  multiple bid situations ) on the BEST PRICED properties -

My Advice - If your'e looking to buy a shore property while rates are attractive get PreApproved and be prepared to move fast - If you're looking to sell, invest in a Home Inspection TODAY and take care of any concerns so your property will sell with confidence !

September 15 & 16   10 am - 4:30 pm

Civil War Weekend - Historic Cold Spring Village, 720 Route 9 South, Cape May, NJ. Military encampment hosted by Company E, 17th VA Volunteers & 5th Regiment, NJ Volunteers. Battle reenactments both days at 2 P.M. demostrations of infantry drill, weapons, artillery fire, role of combat engineers. memorial service at "Old Brick" church Sunday 9 AM. Public Welcome. vendors of reproduction merchandise.    www.hscv.org

December 1 and 2, 2007 - Model train displays and vendors on the Music Pier in Ocean City. Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace, 10am - 5pm. Saturday and 11am - 4pm Sunday. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children. For more information call 609-525-9300. To JOIN the South Jersey Garden Railroad Club visit http://www.trainweb.org/sjgrs/