The Resourceful Realtor: Thomas McCormack, Resources Real Estate

A home with this kind of character, in such great condition is truly rare. When it comes with a panoramic view of Sandy Hook Bay beyond, it's exceptional. Whether it's the 9' ceilings, the gorgeous pocket doors, the substantial wood trim & period fireplace or the slate & glass tile kitchen floor,...

As we approach the end of the first quarter I've been curious to see how we're faring relative to last year... Earlier this quarter I had the impression that things were definitely picking up -- then came the 'season of extreme weather'.  As people fled for shelter, comfort food and the Home Depo...

Below is a copy of the 2009 Monmouth County Luxury Home Market Report. In addition to a discussion of the luxury market, there's also an overview of the market in general across all price tiers throughout Monmouth County, New Jersey. Included in the report: Luxury Top Ten Highest Prices Paid in 2...

Every year since 2003 I have been proud to receive the New Jersey Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence Award and I'm am pleased to announce I have once again been named recipient for 2009.  The NJAR Circle of Excellence Award is given to real estate agents who have demonstrated excellence...

If you're like me, my cell phone has become an indispensable tool for business, news & information, and I'm always looking for ways that technology can make my life & work easier.  So I am excited to announce this brand new phone app that I'm sure you're going to love. And its FREE ~ my gift to ...

In a surprising turn of events the Dad Vail Regatta, previously announced to be moving to the Navesink River in May 2010, is actually now going to stay put in Philly.  J. R. Hanna, president of the Dad Vail Regatta organization issued a statement: "After carefully evaluating all of the factors re...

Yikes.... another year.  Bailouts & Layoffs.  Swine Flu & Health Care.  Even Christmas Day terrorism.    Are we having fun yet?    In real estate terms, the year was quite a thrill ride with all sorts of twists and turns like tax credits, loan modifications, shorts sales, foreclosures, and the Re...

UPDATE: PHILADELPHIA DID NOT TAKE THE NEWS LIGHTLY THAT THEY WERE GOING TO LOSE THE REGATTA... AND IT LOOKS LIKE THEY'VE WON IT BACK.  SEE RELATED UPDATED POST. --------------------------------------------------------- The Dad Vail Regatta, the biggest U.S. collegiate crew event, announced Tuesda...

To assist homeowners with plumbing, electrical, structural, roofing, heating, ventilation and lead-based paint remediation, the Monmouth County Planning Board has a program that will provide up to $20,000 in assistance to 70 financially qualified Monmouth County households who apply by Dec. 16. "...

As was hoped by many, Congress passed an extension of the First Time Homebuyer credit and expanded the program to include qualified current homeowners.  New deadline isn't until June 30, 2010 for settlement, with contracts executed no later than April 30th.  We saw many First Timers wait until th...