Pike/Wayne Real Estate

This edition of 2Tips4-2sDay is focused on selling your home. This is the "digest" version of the original article, posted on PikeWaynePAblog.com, my outside blog.

Two areas often overlooked when selling a home: photography and ease of showing.

1. Choose a real estate agent skilled in photography. This can not be stressed enough.  Since more than 80% of home buyers use the Internet first when buying a home, the photos MUST be appealing.

A prime example of how pictures can sell the home is my most recent sale, a contemporary home in Wallenpaupack Lake Estates.

And indeed - my buyers stated that they fell in love with the house while viewing it online at REALTOR.COM. (Not all listings on REALTOR.COM have the enhanced listing; many of them are Plain Jane listings with one main photo and that's it....)

2. Don't Make It Difficult To Show

There are a lot of homes on the market and an agent can drive buyers over 100 miles in one day of showings because homes are often spread far and wide. Please do not make it difficult for us to show your home.

• Key in the Office - not a problem if your home is next door to the listing office. Electronic lockboxes are secure and make it easy for any agent to show your home. My buyers declined to look at a house last week since it would take too much time - we had to drive 30 mins. out of our way to get the key from the listing office; the home was another 20-25 minutes from there. There are plenty more homes to choose from with electronic lock boxes.
  

• Ridiculous Requirements - I tried to schedule an appointment one day to show the property to my client the following day. I was then told that I had to give "a couple days" notice. Huh? We did end up seeing the property, but my buyer was not impressed with the hassle.

• Tenant Issues. We came to one house and could not see the only bathroom, because the tenant locked her huge dogs in there. Oh, you want to see the master bedroom? Sorry, you can't, dad is sleeping in there.

Please, make it as easy as you can for buyers to view your property, if you actually want it sold. Try and get your tenants to cooperate.

Rich Jacobson, a Kitsap County Washington REALTOR, wrote an article about not sabotaging your home showings. Thank you, Rich, for giving me permission to link your excellent article.

Sellers, take heed!

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

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Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

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Thought that might get your attention. Over the weekend while out and about doing my real estate thing, I noticed a lot of American flags that were in absolutely disgusting condition.

Maybe people think it's better to fly a worn out, ripped flag than no flag at all, but they're wrong. It's very disrespectful to the Symbol of Our Country.

I wrote a post on this subject on my outside blog, PikeWaynePAblog.com This is the nutshell version (trying to avoid duplicate content issues here.) If anyone is interested in reading my entire article, click here.

Here is the essence of my post... 

• Dispose of worn, torn, and faded flags in a proper manner - the flag code states "a dignified manner, preferably by burning." This does not mean to toss it in the campfire or put it in the burning barrel. Contact your local American Legion or Boy Scouts - they may have a regular ceremonial flag burning event specifically to dispose of retired flags.
• Do not leave the flag out at night unless it is lit.
• Do not leave the flag out in inclement weather unless it is designed for all weather use.
• Do not display the flag improperly. If it is not hanging from a flag pole, the flag is to be displayed with the union (stars) in the upper left hand corner when facing it. Do not fasten the flag in such a way that it can be torn.  Do not pull it back like drapery...bunting is to be used for that purpose.
  

In my opinion, if you can't fly a bright, beautiful, and intact American Flag, don't fly one at all. Give the flag to the VFW and/or Boy Scouts and let them retire it in dignity. And if you're a flag hater and would like to disrespect the flag, please just burn it and get it over with.

For more on proper flag etiquette:

US Flag Code Info

American Flag Hall of Shame

Tattered, A Photo Essay

U.S.A. Flag Site

Patriotic Links

Photo of Tattered Flag by mockstar, courtesy of Flickr Creative Commons.

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Pocono Mountains. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

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Well, it's before midnight so it's technically still today. I promised that Jason Sardi's post would be presented today, and here it is.

In the Lake Wallenpaupack region, Hawley, Honesdale and surrounding areas, there are a few mobile homes for sale. Sure, some of them are in questionable condition or in less than pretty locations, but others are actually nicely situated, are quite charming, and are very affordable. Double-wide mobile homes are quite similar to a traditional ranch home - not all mobile homes are icky little trailers in disrepair!

The concerns come with financing. While manufactured/mobile homes are considerably less expensive than a regular house (stick built or modular), they usually require more money than most buyers have at their immediate disposal, thus requiring a mortgage.

Jason Sardi is a Pennsylvania Mortgage Specialist, and I asked him about financing options for mobile homes. Here is Jason's response below.

So, don't be shy. If you own or are looking to buy a home and see a Manufactured Home that tickles your fancy, feel free to get a hold of me.

 

 

Jason Sardi
Mortgage Consultant
First Choice Equity Group Inc.
610-439-2166 ext. 229
jsardi@fcegi.com
http://activerain.com/blogs/shears76
'Referrals Are Always Appreciated'

__________________________________________________

Thank you so much Jason!!

 

 

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Pocono Mountains. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

 

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

Everyone, I would encourage you all to take a little time this weekend to show kindness to a stranger, even if it takes you out of your way.

It is very satisfying to do something for someone else, without any expectation of compensation, doing it "just because."

Lots of people make fun of Mayberry and an Andy Griffith show mentality (oops, I guess I'm showing my age here...) but I'm here to tell you - most people will appreciate an unprovoked kindness. 

- Give a waitress an extra large tip, even if she was a terrible server.  Maybe she's care worn and feeling down-trodden and has no spirit to serve.  Maybe nasty customers have gotten the best of her.  Maybe you can brighten her day by leaving more than the standard tip, and put a note with it..."You're special.  Treat yourself".

- Stop by your dentist or doctor's office and give the secretaries something - these workers are the backbone of the office and deserve some kudos too.

- Help someone who obviously needs it.  Naturally use caution; listen to your instincts.

Feel free to post more suggestions below.  And have a "Pay it Forward" weekend! 

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

Welcome another 2Tips4-2sday (Tuesday) post. Last week's tips included a cheap (but time consuming) cabinet makeover trick.

While specifically meant to encourage folks unfortunate enough to have cheesy melamine cabinets, the idea of freshening up cabinets with paint is a good one, especially when selling your home. Even real wood cabinets (oak, particularly) from the past are not immune from going out of style; now, the popular woods for cabinets include cherry, bamboo, and yes - painted white.

(Personal opinion: if you have a rustic home, with lovely knotty pine woodwork, I would not recommend painting your cabinets unless they clash with the flavor of the home.)

TIP ONE: LOSE THE EMOTIONS. We've become so used to our things, we do not realize how dated they really are. When you want to sell your home, detach yourself from the emotional bond with your home and see it as a commodity. Put away the majority of your "stuff" and view your cabinets, carpets, walls, and fixtures through the eyes of a buyer with no attachment to your decor and memories.

Buyers do not care that your mom and dad picked out that paneling and lovingly hung it, together...please, paint it! Or better yet, REMOVE and replace it with drywall. I can honestly say that never once has a buyer said to me: "Oh WONDERFUL! I'm so GLAD this home has dark paneling on all the walls!" Not even in jest.

While some "retro" or "vintage" items are cool, most buyers will NOT be turned on by your decades-old stuff!

You want to appeal to the broadest base of buyers, if possible, unless you are certain some leftover love child will fall in love with those shaggy carpets and ancient appliances, telling their agent "Groovy, let's get it on, peace man..."

Go over your home with a critical eye. Invite a friend to critique. Then change what you can.

TIP TWO: IF YOU CAN'T CHANGE IT, FLAUNT IT. Replacing an entire bathroom may be out of the question.

Okay, so you got carried away in the country mauve fever of the 1980's and now you have a mauve garden tub with lovely floral wallpaper and brass fixtures. If you were particularly silly, you probably got a pink toilet too.

Or maybe it was country blue. Whatever. You're now stuck with a colored bathroom that is very dated. No money to replace the tub, toilet, and sinks... (hey, by the way a basic white toilet is only around $100-$150 at Home Depot. Nobody has ever said "That's just a basic toilet, I don't want it...." when looking at a home...)

What to do? Work around it. Get rid of the wall paper. Paint the walls a nice soothing, neutral color. Replace little things that have a big imact: a new medicine cabinet, replace the brass faucets with brushed nickel. Paint the vanity and add new hardware to the doors. It's amazing how less obnoxious that pink tub will look when the rest of the nostalgia is toned down.

Then play UP the color of the tub. Pick out towels and shower curtains (not from old outlets or thrift shops that will have stuff from 1982 set up as if it were brand-spanking new...) to complement the pink or blue tub and sink. Use MODERN accessories - get a trendy basket, roll up some thick towels, stick 'em inside....and display them proudly on the garden tub.

The above technique worked for an agent in my office. The sellers were unable to change the pink bath, so instead they celebrated the pink bath. And yes. They sold the house.

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

The end of another week - I can't believe it. Already I'm halfway through April (well, almost...) and I actually don't remember much about March. When you're busy, time really does fly!  I never made my Wild Card Wednesday post here on ActiveRain because of the server issues.  If you would like to see it, it did make it to my outside blog on PikeWaynePABlog.com (Click to read:  Here, Goosey Goosey - Wild Card Wednesday)

This edition of Karen's Friday Five is focused on "old stuff." I have picked five interesting places in Hawley to check out while you're here investigating all the attractive real estate opportunities (I could show you a Victorian home in nearby Honesdale that is just full of romance and charm.)

1. FOR THE SWEET TOOTH: Penny Lane Candles & Candies. This nifty little place can be found on Church Street, Hawley PA. With an authentic Victorian look, this store makes you feel as if you've stepped back in time.

At Penny Lane you will find "nostalgic" candies like wax lips and Mary Janes, as well as an assortment of modern candy, gifts, and candles. Let the kids have their Sour Patch Kids candy; I wanna Sugar Daddy.

Website: http://www.pennylanecandies.com/

2. SOMETHING FOR YOUNG AND OLD at Timely Treasures , on Route 6 just outside of Hawley. My kids are always bugging me to come here, not because they're interested in antiques, knick-knacks, or even antique knick-knacks. They want me to bring them to Timely Treasures for one thing and one thing only: Webkinz.

Webkinz are not "old" but they are an interesting draw to an antiquey place like this. Normally my kids sigh or whine if I want to go antiquing. As long as we go to Timely Treasures, my kids will be happy, I suppose.

Website: http://www.timelytreasures.com

3. FOR THE SUPER ENTHUSIAST - The Hawley Antique Exchange. This place is seemingly endless. There are several vendors with their wares enticingly awaiting you once you step inside the doors.

From dramatic displays of Depression Glass to old-fashioned sewing trinkets and old tools, there is a lot to see and you need to have a lot of time (this is best saved for after you purchase your vacation home and you need stuff to fill it up!)

There are several levels with numerous displays - the interior seems to stretch on forever. I could literally get lost in this place. Definitely worth a look-see if you're into antiques at all.

Website: www.haexchange.com

4. OLD FASHIONED CHARM: Miss Elly's Antiques. Set up in a late nineteenth century period home, Miss Elly's Antiques is sure to tickle someone's fancy.

Though not as huge as the Hawley Antique Exchange, Miss Elly's offers a diverse collection of antiques, collectibles, and gifts from numerous vendors, spread throughout twelve rooms on two floors.

In addition to antiques, your taste buds will be tempted by the assortment of Gourmet Goodies and other samplings from the PA Dutch Country (and those folks know how to eat!).

Right in town on Church Street just up a few doors from Penny Lane Candles & Candies.

Website: www.missellysantiques.com

5. LAST BUT NOT LEAST - The Hawley Public Library. Wrapping up this edition of Karen's Friday Five, the Hawley Public Library is a great place to go to get "old stuff" either to borrow, to admire, or to buy - they have a used book sale going on nearly all the time in the basement.

Upstairs on the main level you will find some interesting displays to look at - and there are a few local history books that you may look at.

Maybe you'd rather borrow a video or DVD - they have some old classics as well as newer ones for you to borrow for a week at a time. If you don't see a particular movie (or book for that matter) on the shelf, it may be available through inter-library loan.

Parked just outside the library is what lots of people call "The Caboose" but it's actually not a caboose - it is however, an old Gravity Railroad car. It's a lovely little library that is surprisingly robust for such a small town like Hawley.

Website: www.waynelibraries.org/hawley/

Hope you've enjoyed my Friday Five for this week - feel free to leave a comment or ask a question - feedback is encouraged!

(This article was previously published by the author on PikeWaynePAblog.com.) 

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Pocono Mountains. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

2Tips4-2sDay #2 (ironic, that...)

I was swamped this week with paperwork, showings, presentations, homeschooling...oh my.

Tip #2 is more of a project than anything, but it will make your dated-but-not-quite-retro kitchen shine and look like new. The first tip is a link to a great article I found that I'd like to share.

1. SPRING INTO CLEANING WITH A SYSTEM

It's time to get your spring cleaning done, ESPECIALLY if your house is on the market. Buyers HATE dirty and dingy homes. They say "If they're going to be selling their home wouldn't you think they'd want to clean up?". I've heard this more than once, and secretly heave a sigh of relieve that MY home is not on the market.

SO SELLERS - what if you're like me, paralyzed by what you must accomplish? The answer is HAVING A SYSTEM. Set up a system and keep working the system (it takes faithfulness) and you can have your house "Spring Clean" clean every day in less than 20 minutes. Here's GREAT article from REALSIMPLE.com: The Keep It Clean 19 Minute Plan of Attack. Lots of good ideas there!

2. UPDATE UGLY MELAMINE CABINTES CHEAP

Usually, when you're in the "thick" of things trendy, you have no clue that what you adore today will one day become joke inspiring blog fodder. Take the 1980's for instance. I for one LOVED my puffy, feathered hair, even though it took me 45 minutes to get it right every morning. I loved my pastel sweaters with metallic threads (naturally with football player shoulder pads.) Bon Jovi had great style. I never would have thought my tapered-leg jeans with no back pockets (with two or three pairs of bunched up socks layered on the outside...finished off with cute little white tennis shoes adorned with friendship pins...) would be out of style.

However, there are some things that you see at the height of its fame, and you think "Wow, that is some kind of ugly!" and you wonder why, why, why, it's so popular.

That's how I always felt about melamine cabinets (Yes, even as a teenager in the 80's, I had a sense of home style and yep, I thought they were UGLY. I did think of things besides Knight Rider and Air Supply! ) Melamine cabinets should never have been invented, and must be obliterated from any home cursed with them. If you have melamine cabinets and love them, then please, move on. This blog is NOT for you and you should go back to crimping your hair, or maybe dig out that old banana clip.

Watching Designed To Sell, one of my favorite shows, I saw a nifty trick that made ugly, dated melamine cabinets look like slick, timeless, shaker-style cabinets - for a little sweat equity, some new hardware, putty, moldings, and paint. Unfortunately, I've spent the last ten hours searching for a video clip of that particular episode, but I can not find it. I did find lots of pictures of Bon Jovi, though.

BACK TO TOPIC: find this House and Home Message board, which has not one, but two different Melamine Makeovers mentioned and pictured in the thread. Since it was too late to contact the owners of the pictures to ask for permission to use them, I am just going to post a link to the thread.

The method - it's simple but not easy, if that makes sense. You have to put some work into it but it can be done cheaply, and you'll have a sleek new kitchen when you're done.

1. Scrub, degrease, clean, & rough up the melamine surface. (Use sandpaper to rough it up.)
2. Prepare 2 long and 2 short strips of molding for each door and drawer front. Prime.
3. Prime the cabinets.
4. Nail the trim to make a raised panel look. Use putty to fill in nail holes and to smooth over the seams. This will cover up that ugly oak colored strip that runs along the edges of many of these cabinets.
5. Paint, with a thin coat. Let dry, repeat.
6. Add modern hardware and you've got new looking cabinets for a fraction of the cost.

Now, if you're not particularly handy, (i.e., you've been accused of emulating Lucy and / or Ethel in the past) I suggest having someone who's good with this kind of stuff do it - Weekend Warriors, while enthusiastic, can create more havoc than they realize!

This concludes the second installment of 2Tips4-2sDay.

Thank you to Kevin Rosseel for providing his lovely robin picture via MorgueFile.

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

NEW CONSTRUCTION HOUSES in Northeast PA: 5 Great Places To Find Them!

Currently, in Pike and Wayne County, there are about 100 new construction homes for sale on the Pike/Wayne MLS. These homes range in styles from low-slung ranches, to stately colonials and trendy chalet homes.

So, where are the most popular places for new construction homes? I've created a handy-dandy list of five developments / gated communities with new homes and pre-existing homes for sale.

Also included are Housefinder Links showing all of the homes in each community currently for sale on the MLS (all homes, not just new construction.) As always, feel free to email me for more information or to schedule showings.

This is a summary of an article originally published on my other real estate blog, PikeWaynePAblog.com.  For the entire article and expanded descriptions of the communities, click here.
 
5. Duck Harbor Pond

This private, exclusive community is "out there" in northern, rural Wayne County and offers homes on 5 acre parcels.  Housefinder Link: Duck Harbor Homes for Sale

4. Masthope Mountain

Follow the windy path of Route 590 as it stretches and snakes east of Hawley; turn onto Westcolang Road and you'll soon find yourself at Masthope Mountain, in Lackawaxen, PA (Pike County).  Enjoy amenities like the equestrian center, full service ski area, and central water/sewer.  Housefinder Link: Masthope Homes for Sale

3. Tanglwood North 

Two of the draws to Tanglwood North are the convenient location (situated close to Hawley, Lake Wallenpaupack and Interstate 84) and low dues.  Great for folks who don't want to pay for a bunch of amenities they won't use.  Housefinder Link: Tanglwood North Homes for Sale

2. The Hideout in Lake Ariel PA

The Hideout in Wayne County is a gated community with several lakes (including powerboat friendly Lake Roamingwood) and other amenities. Housefinder Link: Hideout Homes For Sale

1. Wallenpaupack Lake Estates

Wayne County development offering lake rights to Lake Wallenpaupack, as well as other amenities. Housefinder Link: Homes for Sale in Wallenpaupack Lake Estates

Hope you have found this new construction real estate information has been helpful.  For the full text if this article, click here.

(New Construction house photo from Flickr Creative Commons, photo by Lee Coursey )

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Pocono Mountains. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.

Welcome to the Wild Card Wednesday #2!

The bald eagle has become more of a common site here in Pike County; conservation efforts have been successful in bringing our nation's symbol out of danger of extinction. However, since I'm a few miles from Lake Wallenpaupack, and several miles from the Lackawaxen River, I never expected to see one in my yard in Paupack!

Bald eagles have been seen near Lake Wallenpaupack (the osprey is a more common sight there, though) but the majority of the sightings have been along the Lackawaxen River in Kimbles, Rowland, & Lackawaxen (on the Towpath Road.)

Later that January, my kids and I counted over a dozen eagles roosted in trees by the Lackawaxen on The Towpath. I had never seen an eagle in the wild before this picture was taken. Eagle watching is a popular local pass time and hobby - here are some conservation programs that may be of interest:

• The Eagle Institute
• Delaware Highlands Conservancy
• Lacawac Sanctuary
• Delaware Valley Raptor Center
• Pocono Environmental Center

Eagle watching is but one perk of owning a riverfront property! Click to see the current riverfront homes for sale in Pike and Wayne County, along the Delaware, Wallenpaupack, and Lackawaxen Rivers. Each river & river front home has a unique character and its own beauty. Contact me for more information.

WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Paupack Group Independently Owned and Operated

 

Do you have a home in Pike or Wayne County PA to sell? Visit My Seller Website and learn about my innovative marketing plan which will be personalized specifically for your home. Are you interested in Pike or Wayne County PA homes for sale? Visit my real estate website to see all the property for sale in Hawley, Honesdale, Greentown, Lackawaxen, Hamlin, Lake Ariel, and the entire Lake Wallenpaupack region of Northeast PA's Pocono Mountains.

Please become a Fan of Wallenpaupack Real Estate on Facebook

Karen E. Rice is a real estate agent working in Pike & Wayne County of Northeastern PA in the Poconos. Lake Wallenpaupack is one of Pennsylvania's most popular destinations for vacations, retirement, and purchasing a home.

Pike & Wayne County PA Real Estate - Home Sales ©Copyright by Karen E. Rice. All rights reserved.