Apr. 30, 2009 - Family Fun - May 2 -3, 2009

Events near Somerset

Rakkasah Spring Caravan: Music & Dance Festival  05/01/2009 - 05/03/2009

135 Davidson Ave.

Somerset, NJ 08873

www.rakkasah.com/spring

(732) 469-1018    

Music with Ann Wild for kids – 05/02/2009

Franklin Township Public Library

485 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873

Call: (732) 873-8700 Franklin Township residents only

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee  - 05/02/2009

15 Livingston Ave.

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.statetheatrenj.org

(732) 246-7469 

Rutgers Historical Tour  - 05/02/2009

71 Hamilton St

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

http://ruinfo.rutgers.edu/visitingRU/historictours  

 (732) 445-5745 

17th Annual Plant & Landscape Auction  05/02/2009 - 05/02/2009

103 College Farm Road

North Brunswick, NJ 08902

www.agriculturemuseum.org

(732) 249-2077 

New Year's Eve   Until - 05/10/2009

9 Livingston Ave.

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.GSPonline.org

(732) 246-7717  

Apr. 28, 2009 - Century 21's new social media platform

C 21 Communities online now

First, I told you that Century 21announced advertising dollars previously spent on television advertising would be shifted to strengthen its interactive online media presence in 2009 (see: Century21 leads the way online.)

Now, Century 21 has launched an online social media platform; C21 Communities directly from its website.   

The new platform directly challenges third party sites such as Trulia and Zillow with a bundle of social media tools designed to enable online conversations between Century 21 agents and consumers, including:

* Talks, an online interactive advice forum,
* C21 Talk Radio, an online radio channel for consumers interested in real estate, and
* CENTURY 21® social networking sites on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube

You can find local information regarding the Somerset area on Facebook,,  Twitter and YouTube  or email me at: Somerset08873@gmail.com with any question(s) that you might have.

Apr. 28, 2009 - 2nd mortgage borrowers to get help

US to pay off mortgage investors

Mortgage servicers that own a small stake in costly loans will receive a cash payment to either erase the debt or agree to accept a reduced return on their investment. 

Tuesday's announcement will build on President Barack Obama's housing rescue plan announced in February that aims to reduce the cost of homeownership for up to 9 million borrowers straining to make their monthly payments. (Read more)

Apr. 27, 2009 - Tour De Franklin a Success

Good weather brings out crowds

Tour De Frankin is an annual community event to raise funds for the Franklin Township Food Bank. The routes were designed for all levels of expertise and physical abilites.

Fore more information about the Franklin Township Food Bank and how to give click here

Apr. 24, 2009 - Cold Play, Beastie Boys, Tool and more

Summer Music Festival - Get Tix Now

Coldplay, Tool, Beastie Boys & many more bands

Liberty State Park  July 31-August 2, 2009

Apr. 24, 2009 - This Week's Open Houses - April 26, 2009

Franklin Township - Sunday, April 26, 2009

Regardless of the listing agent, office or MLS service; if you are not already working with an agent, give me a call or send an e-mail and I will be happy to arrange a personal tour of any listed property or open house that you might find on the Internet, print media or yard sign. Contact Me

There is no need to feel overwhelmed. Click here for Buyer Advice.  And most importantly, as a buyer read why you might not want to venture out on your own... http://tinyurl.com/acv5zx           

At the time of posting the following properties are scheduled for an Open House, this coming Saturday and/or Sunday.  Click here to view pictures of this week's Open Houses.

The following are featured homes* this weekend in Franklin Township and surrounding areas from Century 21 Moretti Realty http://tinyurl.com/c64npd  *Open House for 348 Cotswold has been cancelled.

Listing information provided by Garden State MLS  **Info. deemed RELIABLE but not GUARANTEED - ALL Room Sizes are Approx.**   The links will expire 60 days from 04/26/2009.

Apr. 22, 2009 - Family Fun April 25-26

Events near Somerset

Rutgers Day: Experience NJ’s State University  04/25/2009

College Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

http://rutgersday.rutgers.edu    

(732) 445-4636    

Flea Market Craft Sale  04/25/2009 - 04/25/2009

1060 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ 08873

(732) 432-7998

Tour De Franklin  04/26/2009

Community / Senior Building

475 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873

http://www.franklinfoodbank.org/events/tour_home.htm

Registration required (732) 246-0009 or email: Events_at_ftfb.us

9th Annual Yearling Horse Benefit Auction   04/26/2009

College Farm Rd., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.esc.rutgers.edu

(732) 932-6996    

'Queen's Day'   04/26/2009

1289 Easton Ave., Somerset, NJ 08873

www.themeadowsfoundation.org

(732) 690-6621  

Joe Cocker  04/26/2009

15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.statetheatrenj.org

 (732) 246-7469

Financial Freedom   04/26/2009 at 1.30pm

Franklin Township Public Library

485 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873

Registration required, call 732-873-8700 X#111.

Stories on a Sunday Afternoon  04/26/2009 at 2.15pm

Franklin Township Public Library

485 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873

(732) 873-8700

Apr. 22, 2009 - Happy Earth Day

Easy tips to conserve energy and help save our planet.

• Buy compact fluorescent light bulbs. You'll find more on energy-efficient products and practices at Energy Star. 
• Turn off lights and electronics when you leave the room.
• Unplug your cell phone charger from the wall when not using it.
• Turn off energy strips and surge protectors when not in use (especially overnight).
• Lower your thermostat. Buy a programmable thermostat.
• Get off junk mail lists. GreenDimes can get you started. They’ll even plant a tree for you!
• Bring your own bags to the grocery store. Given a choice between plastic and paper, opt for paper.  If you do use plastic grocery bags, recycle them for doggie poop bags or for small trashcan liners.
• Shop smart. Choose eco-smart products. 
• To learn more about making every day Earth Day go to: Earth 911.org
• Spring plant sale - April 25-26 - Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sunday 12pm – 5pm
  Leonard J. Buck Garden, Far Hills  More information: 908 234‑2677 (Free Event)
• Calculators - Tools you can use to save energy, money, and the planet.

Save 10% on light bulbs, thermostats, appliances and more.  Ask me how.

Apr. 18, 2009 - Most mortgage rates down this week

Rates recede

Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 4.82 percent (with 0.60 points) for the week ending April 9, 2009, slightly down from last week when it averaged 4.87 percent (with 0.70 points). Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.88 percent. More

Apr. 17, 2009 - This week's Open Houses - Sunday, April 19, 2009

Franklin Township - Sunday, April 19, 2009

Regardless of the listing agent, office or MLS service; if you are not already working with an agent, give me a call or send an e-mail and I will be happy to arrange a personal tour of any listed property or open house that you might find on the Internet, print media or yard sign. Contact Me

There is no need to feel overwhelmed. Click here for Buyer Advice.  And most importantly, as a buyer read why you might not want to venture out on your own... http://tinyurl.com/acv5zx           

At the time of posting the following properties are scheduled for an Open House, this coming Saturday and/or Sunday.  Click here to view pictures of this week's Open Houses.

Listing information provided by Garden State MLS  **Info. deemed RELIABLE but not GUARANTEED - ALL Room Sizes are Approx.**   The links will expire 60 days from 04/17/2009.

Apr. 17, 2009 - Family Fun April 18-19

Events near Somerset

Plants for Penny Pinchers   04/18/2009 at 2PM

Franklin Township Public Library

485 DeMott Lane

Somerset, NJ 08873

Registration required, please call the reference desk at 732-873-8700 X#111

An Introduction to Native Plants for the Home Gardener  04/18/2009 - 04/18/2009

80 Route 206 South

Hillsborough, NJ 08844

www.dukefarms.org

(908) 722-3700    

Rutgers Historical Tour  04/18/2009 - 04/18/2009

71 Hamilton St

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

ruinfo.rutgers.edu/visitingRU/historictours/

 (732) 445-5745   

Raritanwide Earth Day River Cleanup  04/18/2009 - 04/18/2009

78 Bayard St

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.njwaterwatch.org

 (609) 410-0584 

Walk MS, Somerville  04/19/2009 - 04/19/2009

 Category: Family/Festivals

400 Union Ave.

Bridgewater, NJ 08807

 (732) 660-1005    

Walk MS, North Brunswick   04/19/2009 - 04/19/2009

 Category: Family/Festivals

710 Hermann Rd.

North Brunswick, NJ 08902

(732) 660-1005 

Guitar Hero - Teens (grades 7-12)   04/19/2009 at 1:30pm

Franklin Township Public Library

485 DeMott Lane

Somerset, NJ 08873

732-873-8700

Apr. 15, 2009 - Is now a better time to buy a home?

78% of buyers say...Yes!

Potential first time home buyers surveyed in March, 2009 by Century 21 say that mortgages are now affordable by 72%.  According to the findings the features that first time buyers look for when choosing a home is price. It is the primary consideration with 87 percent saying this feature is "very important," followed closely by neighborhood safety (80 percent) and the condition of the home (71 percent).  Having enough money for a down payment is a top concern of potential first-time home buyers as nearly half (46 percent) said they are "very worried" about the issue. 

In addition to affordable home prices and mortgage rates, the survey also showed strong interest in taking advantage of the recent government stimulus. More than three-quarters (77 percent) of potential first-time home buyers say they are more likely to buy a home in the next six months because of the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit offered in the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Most respondents (86 percent) are in the market for single family homes. Tom Kunz, Century 21 President/CEO is interviewed on CNBC.

Apr. 10, 2009 - Family Fun April 11-12

Events near Someset 08873

Sesame Street Live 'Elmo Makes Music  04/08/2009 - 04/13/2009

15 Livingston Ave.

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

www.statetheatrenj.org

 (732) 246-7469

Birding by Bicycle   04/11/2009 - 04/11/2009

80 Route 206 South

Hillsborough, NJ 08844

www.dukefarms.org

(908) 722-3700   

Rutgers Historical Tour   04/11/2009 - 04/11/2009

71 Hamilton St

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

ruinfo.rutgers.edu/visitingRU/historictours/

(732) 445-5745  

Sky Blue FC vs LA Sol   04/11/2009 - 04/11/2009

1 Patriots Plaza

Bridgewater, NJ 08807

www.skybluestore.com

(732) 271-7700

Apr. 8, 2009 - Happy Holidays

Wishing my Franklin Township neighbors

and friends everywhere 

A Healthy and Happy

Passover and Easter Season

Apr. 7, 2009 - Franklin Township Monthly Market Report -3/09

March 2009 Franklin Township Monthly Market Report

click to view

According to the Garden State MLS, the month of March, 2009 ended with 29 Franklin Township single family residences sold.  Sale prices ranged between $120,000 and $559,500 .

The month ended with 361 active listings on the market ranging in price from $130,000 to $1,265,000. There are 73 residential properties under contract.

That's what is happening in the marketplace now, April 7, 2009

If you have a question about a specific property in town, or stats for surrounding areas, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Source: Garden State MLS, L.L.C. **Info. deemed RELIABLE but not GUARANTEED - ALL Room Sizes are Approx.**

Apr. 6, 2009 - Carriage Homes at Quailbrook - March '09 Sales Report

What’s happening in the marketplace, now – April 6, 2009

According to the Garden State MLS, currently there are four (4) homes actively listed for sale in this Franklin Township Townhouse development, at the time of posting.  Two are 1-story Ranch style townhomes with 2 bedrooms-2 baths.  Two are a 2-story townhouse with 3 bedrooms-2.5 baths. View these active listings.

All four are new listings since the last report to you on March 7th. All actively listed prices range between $249,000 and $298,000. 

There have been no Carriage Homes at Quailbrook sale since the last report.

Four properties are currently under contract for sale.

That's what is happening in the marketplace now, April 6, 2009.

If you have specific questions about a Carriage Home proprerty or any local property, email me at: mjadams@century21.com or call (908) 583-0409. 

Source: Garden State MLS, L.L.C. **Info. deemed RELIABLE but not GUARANTEED - ALL Room Sizes are Approx.**

Apr. 4, 2009 - This week's Open Houses - Sunday, April 5, 2009

Franklin Township - Sunday, April 5, 2009

I will be hosting an Open House on Sunday from 1 - 4pm at 348 Cotswold Pl., Somerset, New Jersey 08873.  This is a spacious 3 bedroom townhome with sunken family room, fireplace, eat-in kitchen, living room, dining room and all appliances are included.  Directions: Demott Lane to Glastonbury Lane - Left onto Cotswold, first right to #348.

Regardless of the listing agent, office or MLS service; if you are not already working with an agent, give me a call or send an e-mail and I will be happy to arrange a personal tour of any listed property or open house that you might find on the Internet, print media or yard sign. Contact Me. 

There is no need to feel overwhelmed. Click here for Buyer Advice.  And most importantly, as a buyer read why you might not want to venture out on your own...http://tinyurl.com/acv5zx    

At the time of posting the following properties are scheduled for an Open House, this coming Saturday and/or Sunday.  Click here to view pictures of this week's Open Houses.

Listing information provided by Garden State MLS  **Info. deemed RELIABLE but not GUARANTEED - ALL Room Sizes are Approx.**  

Apr. 1, 2009 - NJ forclosures 34th in nation

Foreclosure Rates drop in February

Some credit  for the drop in foreclosure rates is being given to Govenor Corzine's signing of the Mortgage Stabilization and Relief Act, in January.