Monday, September 22, 2014

Apple picking is here again!


Get outside and enjoy beautiful Bucks County! Many of our local farms offer u-pick opportunities, giving you the chance to pick your own strawberries, apples, peaches, cherries – and many other delicious fruits!

Solebury Orchards in New Hope currently has Honey Crisp  and Crimson Crisp apples, as well as various flowers that you may pick yourself. You pay per-pound for your apples, and you’ll enjoy a tractor ride out to the orchards. Many other apple varieties will be available throughout the picking season, and you may few when each type will be at it’s peak for picking on the Solebury Orchards harvest chart.

Pick your own apples and pumpkins at Shady Brook Farm, which is located in Morrisville. They offer various other forms of entertainment such as a corn maze, giant inflatable pillows, barnyard animals and a trike track. You will also enjoy a tractor ride out to both the apple orchards and pumpkin patch!

Located in Ivyland, Solly Farm has both fruits and vegetables available during their pick-your-own seasons. In the fall, enjoy picking apples, pumpkins, tomatoes, peas, beans and peppers each weekend.

If you are thinking of moving to Yardley, Doylestown, or New Hope, or considering selling your home, call me today at 215-519-1399 or visit my website for more information.

Friday, September 12, 2014

Your next walkthrough can be easier with a checklist!


When looking for a new home, walking through a home you are considering purchasing can be overwhelming. There are so many factors to consider, things to look for – not to mention making sure the home is right for your family and budget.

I have created a simple checklist you can use, which will make your next walkthrough experience a little easier. You can use this checklist during an open house or when your agent takes you through a home personally. If you do not currently have a real estate agent, I would be more than happy to speak with you and show you homes currently for sale throughout Bucks County.

Outside of the home:
Ensure the foundation is not cracked
Look for extensive cracks in the driveway and sidewalk
Check the siding – making sure none is missing or damaged

Inside the home:
Flip on some light switches and ensure they work
Bring a small appliance (such as your cell phone charger) and make sure outlets in each room work correctly
Turn on faucets and check for leaks
Look for water stains on ceilings
Check around the windows for mold and/or signs of water damage
Make sure windows open and close properly

If you are thinking of moving to Yardley, Doylestown, or New Hope, or considering selling your home, call me today at 215-519-1399 or visit my website for more information.