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In This Issue: The dog days of summer have arrived, so have the Boomer Buyers ready to relocate to Delaware. Got questions? We have the answers. If you're interested in the local real estate market, Click Here to read our Summer 2014 state-wide Community Update featuring market trends, new home community updates, resales and builder news. Our Featured Homes this issue are all located in the 55+ community of Independence. We salute the work done by Delaware Hospice, let you in on a few fido-friendly places at the beach, some beautiful gardens in New Castle County and a few out-of-the-way fun-ky seafood spots perfect for a Delaware Day Trip. Finally, meet our well-traveled Broker, Kathy Sperl-Bell. Remember, no matter which Agent you work with or where you're looking to move in Delaware we can help and know that you will always have the backing of my business partner/husband, Bill and our Office Manager, Judy Robinson.
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55+ Independence
23788 Samuel Adams Circle, Millsboro
3 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2289 Sq. Ft.
REDUCED-Now $375,000 | MLS # 609689
The "Huntington Model" is an elegant brick-front ranch located on a large corner landscaped lot in a friendly 55+ amenity-rich community. This home is within walking distance from The Clubhouse and has a spacious open floorplan with hardwood and ceramic tile flooring, granite counters in the gourmet kitchen. A high efficiency design with owner-owned (3KW) Solar System, there are 3 bedrooms, 3 baths plus den/office, formal dining and living room with gas fireplace.
Click Here for more information on this listing. Watch the Visual Tour of this home, email Kathy or call 302-424-1890 for a showing.
55+ Independence
 30146 George Washington Ave, Millsboro
3 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2109 Sq. Ft.
Just Listed! | $399,000 | MLS #615473
This is a beautiful home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a Courtyard garage. The rear of the home boasts a center screened-in porch and patio for outside entertaining. The welcoming foyer makes a grand statement for your friends and family with formal living and dining areas and hardwood floors. The great room has a gas fireplace, breakfast bar with attractive lighting and connects with the gourmet kitchen. This is a beautiful property.
Click Here for more information on this listing. Watch the Visual Tour of this home, email Kathy or call 302-424-1890 for a showing.
55+ Independence
29683 Franklin Roosevelt Lane, Millsboro
3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | 2,700 Sq. Ft.
Just Listed! | $498,900 | MLS #615814
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Kingfisher two-story model has all the right upgrades. Truly, this is a better than new home in the amenity-rich 55+ Independence neighborhood. The home features an extended gourmet kitchen and a garage with 4' extension. There is a sunroom and flex room with French doors and 5 inch wide hickory flooring in the main living areas. The 2nd floor has a loft and storage room... plenty of space for all your toys.
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Eat LOCAL
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Try a Delaware Fun-ky Seafood Daycation Today!
A form of recreation and leisure, these unique Delaware dives are just a daycation away serving up seafood with local atmosphere.
Leipsic, DE: For an Authentic Delaware crab-house experience, take a day trip to Sambo's Tavern. Hot, fat steamed crabs (in season), sandwiches and other seafood specialties served on the Leipsic River at 283 Front Street. Must be 21, no kids. Open seasonally. (302) 674-9724
Port Penn, DE: Hop on your Harley and head to Kelly's Tavern at 101 W. Market Street, is a typical fishing town dive/biker bar serving seafood including crab cakes, fried and steamed shrimp and mugs of Yuengling for $1.75. Must be 21, no kids. (302) 834-9221
Bear, DE: By car or bring your boat to Aqua Sol Restaurant for a short cut to South Beach and a fresh taste of Miami along the banks of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal and Summit North Marina at 3006 Summit Harbour Place. (302) 365-6490
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Homebuyer FAQ's
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Boomer-Buyers, got Questions?
We have Answers.
If you are considering Delaware as a destination for your next home now is the time to act! Whether you are retiring, looking for a vacation home or just relocating, our market is hot! Homes are selling much more quickly this year and inventory is dwindling. We know what you are looking for and happen to have a few new listings of some really great boomer-friendly homes! Search our Featured Listings now!
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Interest Matters
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Moving Up? Do it and Buy Now or Pay Later!
 According to Gail Alm, Mortgage Planning Specialist at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation and an article in Keeping Current Matters, the average interest rates today are now below 2013's average interest rates, so the cost of waiting to buy a home can really add up to thousands of dollars per year!
Click Here to read the article on our blog, and see if makes sense to wait another year or so or should you buy that retirement home right now.
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Live LOCAL... and Pooch Friendly
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Non-Profit Spotlight
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Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided exceptional care and support to 44,000 patients and their families. Its mission is to help each patient, each day, live the fullest, most comfortable life possible. Delaware Hospice is the largest and only licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware and southern Chester and Delaware counties in Pennsylvania.
According to Peggy Dolby, Assistant Director of Development at Delaware Hospice, "You can help with donations, contributions, and outside events which fund our programs such as new hope, transitions, and bereavement programs."
For more information about Delaware Hospice's programs and services, upcoming events, or employment opportunities, call 800-838-9800 or visit the Delaware Hospice website.
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Featured Team Member
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 Kathy Sperl-Bell
Broker/Owner SRES�, ABR� CRS�
When I ask a client, where are you from? More times than I can count, my response is, "I lived there too, but I made my last move to Delaware". Let me tell you why.
After being fortunate to have lived in many places (and flying to and from many others in my past life as a flight attendant), I finally found a career that I love and a place where I love to live... and it's Delaware!
No matter where you live, and if you are considering Delaware as your retirement destination, we already have something in common.
Our Staff is made up of our Clients, all active adults who relocated to this area, and now are here to help you make The Move. This area has something for everyone. Knowing what we know, it is the goal of this brokerage is to ensure that your decision to move here is a pleasurable one. Read More about Kathy.
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Ten thousand people per day are turning 65 and Baby Boomers are just beginning to retire. Remember, Delaware is the sweet spot in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic Region ripe for new residents and Active Adults Realty is totally focused on providing real estate services to Baby Boomers.
If you, or if you know some one who could benefit from our expertise, please forward this newsletter to them, so they can started on the path to retirement in Delaware by Subscribing to Boomers and Beyond at the Beach/Off-season at the Beach, our monthly email newsletter and/or our Locals NOW! email publication featuring local news and events.
Sincerely,
Kathy Sperl-Bell, Broker-Owner
Active Adults Realty
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