Well Maintained Colonial in the Maple Point section of Langhorne. The exterior of the home is brick with vinyl siding accented by a quaint front porch. Step inside the home to the open foyer. Walk through to the family room highlighted by a sliding glass door and fireplace. Adjacent is the large eat in kitchen, which is illuminated by a greenhouse window overlooking the well manicured rear yard. The kitchen offers a newer dishwasher, refrigerator, range, microwave, and pantry. Natural sunshine pours in the dining room bow window creating a bright & airy setting. New Neutral carpeting extends through to the spacious living room. Upstairs hosts three bedrooms, full bathroom, as well as the master bedroom suite. The oversized master bedroom is complete with a walk in closet, and full bathroom. The lushly landscaped rear yard is a true getaway. It is ideal for entertaining guests with a patio, gazebo, outdoor speakers, and retractable motorized awning. Just imagine relaxing outside on a warm summer morning enjoying a cup of coffee and with the touch of a button you can extend your awning to shade yourself and your home from the heat of the day. The home also features newer heater, newer central air, newer built in humidifier, newer roof, 2 car garage with electric opener, laundry room, and most windows are replaced. Call Carol Swain at (215) 757-7257 or visit SwainSells.com for more info.

Expanded and Remodeled dream home in Tullytown Borough, home of the gift tax rebate ($5000 in 2008). Enter the home into the spacious family room with ceramic tile floor entry. Be sure to take notice of the striking bow window overlooking the front yard. The large remodeled eat in kitchen offers newer appliances, double sink, and a ceramic tile floor. Continue through to the bright and airy living room accented by a gas fireplace. The beautifully remodeled bathroom features all new fixtures, pedestal sink, ceramic tile floor, and a ceramic tile tub surround. Two bedrooms, a storage room, and a laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs hosts the grand master bedroom loft with a vaulted ceiling, private bathroom and walk in closet. The master bedroom is illuminated by two skylights and a sliding glass door leading to 16 x 6 balcony. Take the spiral staircase down from the balcony to the lower 24 x 14 deck with hot tub. Privacy fencing encloses the sizable rear yard, which is ideal for entertaining or a family cookout. The home also features a newer roof, replaced sewer line, and garage. Call Carol Swain at (215) 757-7257 or visit www.SwainSells.com for more details.

Attractive 4 Bedroom home in Pennsbury School District. Step inside to the spacious living room which leads into the updated eat in kitchen. The kitchen features a newer oven, newer gas cooktop, newer refrigerator, dishwasher, and replaced sink with new faucet and fixtures. The sizeable family room is highlighted by exposed beams. Adjacent is the home office with separate entrance. The downstairs powder room is remodeled with a new vanity and faucet. Upstairs hosts 4 bedrooms and a full remodeled bathroom with pedestal sink and faucet. Walk out the sunroom to the rear fenced yard with patio. The large yard and sun room addition are ideal for a summer cookout with family. The home also features Newer Siding, a Newer Roof, Newer Windows Throughout, Updated Electric Service, newer water heater, central air, and waterproofed walk out basement can be used for storage or could easily be finished to suit your needs. Call Carol Swain at (215) 757-7257 or visit www.SwainSells.com for more info.

Great news for first-time home buyers. The Federal Stimulus Bill of 2009 provides great incentives for those interested in purchasing homes this year. While many homes are at an all-time low price, this is the time to get serious and start looking. While prices might drop slightly as the market turns, the home of your dreams may be purchased by someone slightly quicker to make a move. Don’t delay any longer if you are seriously interested in finding your dream home.

The jest of the new law is as follows:

1. Up to Eight grand for new buyers: This credit is equivalent to 10 percent of the purchase price of the home–although it’s capped at $8,000–and applies only to first-time home buyers and principal residences. This credit does not have to be repaid.

2. First time buyers defined: For the purpose of this legislation, a “first-time home buyer” is someone who hasn’t owned a principal residence for three years before buying a house. (The date of purchase is considered the day that the title is transferred.) That means if you’ve owned a vacation home–but not a principal residence–within the past three years, you would still qualify for the credit.

3. 2009 buyers only: Only those who purchase a home on or after January 1 and before December 1, 2009 are eligible for the credit. Anyone who bought a home last year won’t be able to take advantage of it.

4. Income limits: The tax credit is subject to income limitations. Single buyers need a modified adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less to qualify for the full credit, that’s $150,000 for married couples. Those earning more than these thresholds may be eligible for reduced credits.

5. Refundable: Because the tax credit is “refundable,” qualified buyers can take advantage of it even if they don’t have much tax liability.

6. Recapture: Buyers have to own the home for at least three years in order to capitalize on the credit. If they sell the home before then, they will have to return the credit to the government. (Exceptions will be made in certain cases, such as death or divorce.) So, if you are ready to take advantage of this opportunity, contact me immediately. The sooner we start looking, the more inventory from which to choose.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (215) 757-7257, and we will be happy to help.
Also visit www.swainsells.com for all your real estate needs.

I had the opportunity to speak recently at the Middletown Senior Center and I wanted to share it with everyone.

Coat Drive

Keller William’s Winter Coat Drive

  Every year, thousands of men, women, and children live through the cold winter season without a coat to keep warm. You may help provide them with this basic necessity through the Langhorne KW Cares
Winter Coat Drive.

Please dig through your closet and donate any size Women’s, Children’s and Men’s COATS, HATS, SCARVES, and GLOVES.

Keller Williams Real Estate in Langhorne is an official drop-off location for the Greater Philadelphia Cares Coat Drive through January 19,  2008.

This event is a reminder that there are thousands of people whose only holiday wish is a warm coat for their children, parents, or themselves. Thank You.

DROP OFF:
Keller Williams Real Estate
584 Middletown Blvd, A-50
Langhorne, PA 19047
(Near Sesame Place – across from Macy’s and Red Robin outside the Oxford Valley Mall.)
Phone: 215-757-6100

PICK UP: Contact Carol Swain
Keller Williams Real Estate
The Swain Group
(215) 757-7257
www.swainsells.com
carol@swainsells.com

When buying a new home be sure to ask the following questions:

1.      How long have you been in business?

2.      In what areas have you built?

3.      What sets you apart from other builders?

4.      What type of warranty program do you offer?

5.      What are your fees for building a home (fixed price, costs plus management fee)?

6.      How do you charge for extras?

7.      Who supervises your construction?

8.      How long have your trade people been working with you?

9.      How often will we be updated on the progress of the home?

10.  How often, during the week, are you at the job site?  The superintendent?

11.  Who will I be dealing with during construction?

12.  Will that person have the authority to make final decisions?

13.  How many hours per week do you and your supervising staff participate in continuing education ithin the home building industry?

14.  Do you belong to a local trade association?  If yes, which one(s)?
In what activities are you involved?

15.  Can you provide a list of references, including homeowners, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants such as architects and engineers?

16.  Have you ever been sued and won, sued and lost; or are there any suits currently pending?
If yes, please explain.

17.  Do you have any liens against any of the properties that you have built?

18.  Have you ever filed for bankruptcy protection?

To learn more about what I can do for you visit me, Carol Swain at www.swainsells.com . Also check out current homes for sale in Bucks County, Pa and surrounding areas.