Hello My Friends!!!!! HAPPY SPRING

When a realtor thinks of spring - two words come to mind. BUY, and SELL. This is the hottest time of the year for real estate transactions for several reasons. Timing - enough time to seek the perfect home and register children for schools in September, Weather- its far more comfortable unloading boxes in sunshine rather then snow. Lord knows we got enough this year here in New Jersey. Statistically speaking your chances during this time of getting the highest amount for your home exists as a seller and as a buyer the options for selection are greatly improved. It couldn't be worded better " Now is the time, Now is the BEST time".

On another note I would like to add that we have now added a new dimension to our marketing strategy called "virtual staging". Although we highly recommend reality staging, and of course offer it to our clients free of charge, we also understand that some people prefer not to do so. In this case- our computers accessing adobe photoshop recreate pictures of your home clutter free. We pride ourselves on going that extra mile to make your real estate transactions a great experience.

Hopefully as well, your reading this newsletter in time to quickly find that perfect home and go under contract by the end of April to take advantage of the tax and first home buyer incentives that I've discussed prior in the past letters. Call me any time to discuss this further in detail.

Enjoy this fabulous weather,the upcoming Holidays, the sunshine and all that Spring has to offer. I myself am off to a parade with my Springer spaniel and cocker- they too enjoy the sunshine!Love, Peace & Sunshine,

James & Christine Madalone

The James Madalone Realty Group
(908)963-8470/(908)754-1587
http://www.njtopbroker.com/
http://www.jamesmadalone.com/

Universal Health Care - interesting stats !

Investor's Business Daily" article provided very interesting statistics from a survey by the United Nations International Health Organization.
Percentage of men and women who survived a cancer five years after diagnosis:U.S. 65 % England 46%Canada 42%Percentage of patients diagnosed with diabetes who received treatment within six months:U.S. 93%England 15%Canada 43%Percentage of seniors needing hip replacement who received it within six months:U.S. 90%England 15%Canada 43%Percentage referred to a medical specialist who see one within one month:U.S. 77%England 40%Canada 43%Number of MRI scanners (a prime diagnostic tool) per million people:U.S. 71England 14Canada 18Percentage of seniors (65+), with low income, who say they are in "excellent health":U.S. 12%England 2%Canada 6%I don't know about you, but I don't want "Universal Healthcare" comparable to England or Canada .
Moreover, it was Sen. Harry Reid who said, "Elderly Americans must learn to accept the inconveniences of old age."He is "elderly" himself but be sure to remember his health insurance is different from yours as Congress has their own high-end coverage! He will never have to learn to accept "inconveniences

Feng Shui -Finding true happiness......

ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

TWO. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other.

THREE. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.

FOUR. When you say, 'I love you,' mean it.

FIVE. When you say, 'I'm sorry,' look the person in the eye.

SIX. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.

SEVEN. Believe in love at first sight.

EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams don't have much. NINE... Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely.

TEN.. In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.

ELEVEN. Don't judge people by their relatives.

TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.

THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, 'Why do you want to know?'

FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

FIFTEEN. Say 'bless you' when you hear someone sneeze.

SIXTEEN. When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and Responsibility for all your actions.

EIGHTEEN. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

NINETEEN. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it. TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice

TWENTY- ONE. Spend some time alone.

LET AUDREY ASSIST IN YOUR NJ PURCHASE

AUDREY DOOLEY - REAL ESTATE BROKER/SPECIALISTAudrey has had alot of experience in relocating people from all walks of life. For over 20 years Audrey has helped executives from such companies as ATT,Verizon,Pharmacia,Merck,Schering,Chub find apartments,condos and homes for their employees. Audrey is a certified relocation agent and has helped hundreds of people settle into the state or the country!While moving and accepting a new job most of you will be totally overwhelmed with the daunting task of not only fitting in with your new environment at work, meeting new people,impressing the boss with possible long hours initially but to also find a neighborhood, a safe environment to come home to, an affordable place to rent or buy and not have to worry if you are making the right decision. Thats where Audrey comes in.Audrey will find out what your budget is and run with it. She will drive around neighborhoods, look into affordable and competitive condos, homes,and scout out great places for you to buy or rent. It is a full time job keeping up with the inventory especially in Somerset, Union,Hunterdon Counties where the living is not cheap and the availability not large Audrey is the expert in finding the right place and the right time for the busy,pre-occupied executive.There is a huge turnover here 40 mins from Manhatten, with various train lines,express bus routes,park and rides to the city, if you are looking for real estate the very best thing (and the best kept secret) is to get hold of a Realtor that knows the area, one that not only knows whats on line but also knows all the for sale by owners so she can give you a fast,complete analysis of the task at hand so you the consumer can make the most educated decision on your housing needs.Call AUDREY DOOLEY - SHE WILL TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY (908) 334-4664