Sea Isle City, NJ Market Sold Price Analysis

Sea Isle City 2nd Quarter 2012 Sold Transactions Sold Price Analysis

Address	Price	Sold Price	Price to Sold %	DOM
6610 CENTRAL AVE 2ND	$595,000	$432,500	73%	691
4401 Landis Avenue Unit 3	$439,000	$425,000	97%	442
4401 Landis Avenue Unit 5	$359,000	$360,000	100%	463
3700 Boardwalk	$459,000	$389,781	85%	321
5911 Pleasure Avenue, 1st Fl.	$686,000	$520,000	76%	291
33 36th St., unit 1A	$389,000	$350,000	90%	347
9 44 Street #304 (Oceanfront)	$439,000	$380,000	87%	279
7813 Roberts Ave, south side	$599,000	$562,500	94%	254
211 47th Street, 2nd Floor	$425,000	$380,000	89%	250
4215 Landis Ave., Unit 201	$449,000	$365,000	81%	248
4215 Landis Avenue, Unit 301	$459,000	$435,000	95%	252
3602 Landis Ave., Unit 201	$449,000	$435,000	97%	243
3602 Landis Ave., Unit 302	$449,000	$436,000	97%	260
4100 Boardwalk , 4 E	$399,900	$385,000	96%	199
3502 LANDIS AVENUE	$385,000	$365,000	95%	129
383 43rd Place	$389,000	$365,000	94%	103
34 34th St.	$339,000	$322,500	95%	98
34 34th St., #308	$369,900	$359,000	97%	124
3700 Boardwalk	$599,000	$585,000	98%	173
3700 Boardwalk	$599,000	$585,000	98%	173
3400 Landis Ave. #413	$399,000	$361,500	91%	83
7808 Landis  Avenue	$335,000	$329,000	98%	92
4100 Boardwalk  4C	$375,000	$360,000	96%	75
4616 Park Road, North	$1,150,000	$1,100,000	96%	41
5804 Landis ave Unit "A"	$285,000	$260,000	91%	109
34 35th Street 2E	$385,000	$372,500	97%	105
3500 Boardwalk Unit 716-N	$429,000	$420,000	98%	29
124 45th St.	$299,000	$269,900	90%	47
109 82nd  Street	$409,900	$390,000	95%	70
38 74th Street	$949,000	$850,000	90%	416
4204 Landis Avenue	$469,000	$410,000	87%	364
4700 Park Road	$1,099,000	$975,000	89%	354
134 49th Street	$740,000	$700,000	95%	308
30 36th St	$649,900	$560,000	86%	331
352 47th Place  East	$1,195,000	$1,195,000	100%	306
7721 Pleasure Ave South	$990,000	$930,000	94%	275
6315 PLEASURE Avenue	$1,099,000	$730,000	66%	289
339 43RD Place	$699,000	$525,000	75%	275
138 93rd Street West Unit	$995,000	$800,000	80%	242
114 65th St	$665,000	$620,000	93%	210
6600 Landis Ave	$595,000	$560,000	94%	245
2813 Landis Avenue	$679,900	$650,000	96%	274
137 55th St	$739,999	$692,500	94%	189
22 66th Street	$725,000	$692,500	96%	226
29 33rd Street	$875,000	$847,500	97%	242
117 73rd St.	$549,000	$516,250	94%	199
115 46th St West Unit	$739,000	$695,000	94%	191
5201 Pleasure Avenue	$975,000	$935,000	96%	224
3014 Marine Place	$1,399,000	$1,285,000	92%	260
11 50th Street	$1,029,000	$985,000	96%	236
4401 Landis Avenue Unit 7	$529,000	$517,000	98%	258
4401 Landis Avenue Unit 8	$529,000	$517,000	98%	230
4401 Landis Avenue Unit 9	$529,000	$517,000	98%	233
112 81st Street	$510,000	$480,000	94%	190
130 74th Street	$649,000	$615,000	95%	185
5214 Marine Place	$1,499,000	$1,268,000	85%	202
110 82nd street	$749,000	$735,000	98%	226
138 54th Street East Unit	$669,000	$650,000	97%	189
210 79th St.	$595,000	$565,000	95%	156
7105 Landis Ave South Unit	$550,000	$460,000	84%	177
145 52 Street	$645,000	$550,000	85%	193
4705 Central	$639,000	$590,000	92%	106
11 63rd St. West Unit	$699,000	$650,000	93%	130
320 46th Place West Unit	$879,000	$750,000	85%	138
202 75th Street	$769,000	$755,000	98%	129
213 83rd Street	$479,000	$455,000	95%	111
13 71st Street	$1,149,000	$1,040,000	91%	153
5604 Roberts Ave	$699,520	$650,000	93%	134
8205 Central Avenue	$569,000	$510,000	90%	132
315 39th street, West	$399,000	$347,500	87%	97
237 77th Street	$729,000	$729,000	100%	77
25 54th St	$799,000	$718,500	90%	112
218 42nd	$549,900	$540,000	98%	55
4601 Park  Road	$699,000	$685,000	98%	64
306 39th St	$585,000	$550,000	94%	71
337 47th Place	$899,900	$850,000	94%	62
7712 Central Ave	$575,000	$550,000	96%	98
6426 Central Ave	$599,000	$560,000	93%	55
107 77th St	$645,000	$620,000	96%	103
137 67th Street	$619,000	$605,000	98%	60
123 32nd	$489,000	$460,000	94%	48
7608 Central Ave	$539,900	$490,000	91%	78
110 82nd street	$749,000	$735,000	98%	234
7213 Pleasure Ave	$1,300,000	$1,100,000	85%	7
147 60th Street	$639,999	$1,200,000	188%	104
GRAND TOTALS	$651,196	$605,505	93%	191

Contact one of The Landis Company agents to get more information what this data means to your home buying process. Buying a Jersey Shore home isn't complicated if you have the right REALTOR.

Find us on the web at www.LandisCo.com , email us at info@LandisCo.com or call us at 609-263-3400

Sea Isle City Rental Information

The Landis Co, Realtors
Sea Isle City NJ Real Estate & Summer Rental HQ's

Welcome to Sea Isle City. We look forward to being of service and it is our sincere hope that you have an enjoyable vacation. 
Website:  www.LandisCo.com

Email: info@LandisCo.com

Contact Us Main Office number 609-263-3400 

By Mail 6000 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City, NJ 08243 

Rental Term Weekly rentals run from Saturday until Saturday. Weekend rentals are available during the off-season months of late September thru early May. Partial week rentals are sometimes available during the summer months to fill cancellations or vacant weeks. Seasonal, half-season and yearly rentals are available. 

Payment of Rental Upon receipt of your deposit, a lease will be mailed for your review and acceptance. The rental payment schedule will be stated on your lease and will include a non-refundable $35 Lease Processing Fee. A lease may be cancelled for any reason up to 72 hours after receipt of the lease. All balances are due 30 days prior to the date of occupancy. 

Security Deposit If you rent a property where a security deposit is required, payment is due no later than 30 days prior to occupancy. Security deposits are returned to the tenant in 15 days after check-out less any required deductions. 

Check-in Time Check-in is between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Please make advance arrangements for picking up keys and check-in if you plan to arrive after normal business hours. Our Express Check in Lanes are open from 2:00 until 4:30 on Saturdays for key pick up. 

Check-out time Check out time is any time before 11:00 am. Please return all keys to the office. Our Express Check Out Lanes are open from 9:00 am until 11:30 am on Saturdays. Tenants are responsible for the property until all keys and parking permits (where required) are returned to the office and the property is vacated. 

Check Out Instructions A complete list of tenant's check out responsibilities including such items as trash removal, cleaning, etc. is included with your lease. Tenants agree to pay the cost for excessive housekeeping when the property is not left in good condition, normal wear and tear excepted. 

Carry-Over Reservations To reserve the same property for next year, simply fill out the reservation form included in your check-in packet and return it to us within seven days of your check out date. Carry-over reservations are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. 

Cancellations All rental cancellations made 72 hours after the rental lease is received by the tenant must be in writing to the brokers office. See sample lease for rental cancellation policy. 

Rental Properties All rental properties handled by The Landis Company are privately owned and typically reflect each owners personal tastes and requirements. Rates are set by the owners and any changes are with the approval of the owner. If you have a specific need, please let us know well in advance of check-in and we will make every effort to accommodate you. 

Linens, cribs, roll-aways, etc. These items can be ordered by you or by your rental agent. Otherwise, you will be required to bring your own linens, blankets, towels as well as paper products and soaps. Kitchens are equipped with dishes, flatware, pots, pans & glasses. Linens can be ordered directly from LinenFairies.com online or phone 856-693-4219. Email directly to Shirley.Karen@LinenFairies.com. If you wish to order Cribs, strollers, roll-aways, and other children's furniture directly you can call G&T Crib & Linen Rentals 1-800-282-2742 or find them online at thecribrental.com 

Parking The number of assigned parking spaces varies by building. Most offer one or two spaces and are assigned. Some buildings can not accommodate oversized vehicles and alternate parking is not provided. Boat trailers are not permitted to be parked on the street or in condominium parking lots with assigned parking. 

Pets Pets are generally not permitted on the premises. There are a few units that will allow pets and they can be found under Vacation Rentals - Pet Friendly Rentals. 

Lock-Out Charge There is a lock-out fee that will be charged during hours that the office is closed. Payment will be made at the time the tenant is admitted to the unit. 

Grills By Local Fire Code, Grilling is not permitted on porches, decks or balconies. Grills are to be used only on ground floor areas. Please clean the grill when finished. Empty propane tanks can be filled locally. Bring the receipt to the Rental Office for reimbursement. 

Occupancy Other than select full seasonal rentals, the owners of the properties we represent rent to family groups only. Non-Family, high school or college groups are not permitted. Parents or adults renting properties for un-chaperoned, non-family groups is not permitted and is strictly enforced. Identification of all occupants must be furnished upon request or at time of check-in. Violation of any of these policies can result in denial of access to the property, cancellation of the rental and/or removal from the property without refund. 

Agency Relationship The Landis Company (Agent) has an Agency relationship with the owners of properties in our rental inventory. The Agent has been hired by and paid by the owner of the property. In negotiations regarding these properties, the Agent will be representing the best interest of the owner. 

Landis Company Website(s) The Landis Company is not responsible for copy or display errors. On Occasion, property owners make changes to their units after the Agent has photographed and inventoried the unit and failed to notify the Agent in time to make necessary changes or corrections to the websites. Rates and amenities vary and are subject to change until the reservation has been confirmed. If you have any question, please call the Agent's Office. 

Top 10 Questions Sea Isle City Renters Ask

Top 10 Questions Sea Isle City Renters Ask

Renters call with many questions about Sea Isle City and the properties they are interested in. From amenities to location, many of the questions will help them with decisions on what property to rent and what to bring along for their vacation.

One question that many renters ask is the location of their property in comparison to the streets that have lifeguards. This is a very important question for those who have children and do not want to find themselves far from lifeguards once they reach the beach access. Most beaches have lifeguards every three to four blocks, which makes the walk a maximum of two blocks either way. Just remember, the lowest and highest street numbers do not have lifeguards on duty. Check with your agent for the closest lifeguard location.

Over the past few years, more and more renters want to know if the property they are vacationing at offers wireless Internet service. Even though this service does not have to be free to the renters, they want to be able to access the Internet. A small percentage of owners have the wireless Internet service available at no charge to tenants. Some areas in Sea Isle have hot spots where access is available. At many agencies, customers have the option of coming into the office to check their E-mails and have access to the Internet.

Renters want to know what small appliances, cooking utensils; dishes, etc. are available in the unit they are renting. This question is next to impossible to answer for several reasons. If we tell a renter that the property has a blender, and the blender breaks before the renters arrive, our customer is now upset with us. The owner refuses to come down and replace the blender, and there is an unsatisfied customer. I tell the owners to make sure there are more than enough dishes, glasses, and utensils than the occupancy notes. This allows for breakage, and lost or stolen items. Every owner stocks their units in different ways. I tell my tenants that if they are planning on cooking anything but basic meals while down at the shore, they should bring the proper cooking equipment.

Every renter hopes that there are beach tags available for their use while staying in Sea Isle. Our agency does not list whether or not there are tags available. The reason for this is that the owner may leave several tags at the beginning of the season, but through the course of the season, some or all the tags go home with the renters on bathing suits or towels. If our tenant arrives at a property that they were told tags are supplied, and they are not there, it now becomes our problem to find them tags to use for the week. If we call the owners, the normal response is that they left tags and they are not replacing them. This to can make for unhappy tenants, so we therefore tell our tenants not to expect tags, but if they are there, it is a bonus.

Bedding is a common question tenants want to know about. Even though our site list the number of bedrooms, and what kind of beds are in each, many tenants want to know the location of each room with what beds. This is common for tenants who have young children and want to confirm the bedroom with the bunk or twin beds are next to the master bedroom. Although we list the beds on the amenities, we cannot guarantee this to be 100 percent accurate because the owner can change this at any time.

Renters want to know the parking situation at the potential property they will be living for a week. They may be having visitors, or members staying may be coming from different locations and there may be more than one or two cars. Most two-bedroom condominiums offer only one or a maximum of two parking spaces, which are designated. Larger townhouses or condo’s, especially the newer construction offer three, four, five or some even six parking spaces including the garage. Parking is Sea Isle City is a premium, and the mores spaces that are available per unit, the better.

Often, tenants want to know if the other side of the townhouse or condo is occupied by a group rental, or an owner. This question has a motive depending on who is asking the question. Obviously, a group rental would like to see another group rental near them so they can enjoy the summer on the same level. A family with small children would like the owner or another family staying next to them. No one can answer this question unless the property only rents for the season, at which time it is safe to tell them it is a group rental, (unless the owners specifically only rent to families, which is not likely).

Cleanliness is extremely important to many tenants. This could be the highest priority of many renters. Although almost 85% of all rental properties are cleaned by a cleaning service, some properties seem cleaner than others. The degree of the cleanliness depends on the owners. Some owners have their carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned each season, (and they should), while others allow their property to go several years before this is addressed. Each unit should have a thorough cleaning before the season starts along with a cleaning and inspection after each turn over. Some hire professionals, while other owners will come down and inspect and clean the property themselves. Owners cleaning themselves sometimes do a better job than the paid cleaners. I do not agree with the owners who depend on the tenants to leave the property as they found it. This may work for a week or two, but as the season progresses, the property gets dirtier and dirtier because the tenants realize it was not that clean when they arrived.

A question that is often asked and can sometimes work and sometimes not is if the owner will negotiate the price on the property.The answer to the question is: It depends on the owner and how far into the season we are. If it is three days before the rental period, there is a good chance the owner will negotiate as long as they don’t plan on using the property that week for either themselves or their family or friends. The only way to get an answer to the question is to call the owner. Many agents do not want to be bothered with this game of negotiating, but as long as the offer is within reason, I will call the owner and ask. The worse they can do is say no. I think by doing so, I’m working the best I can for the renter, the owner, and the agency.

Along the same line as above, a question many tenants ask is whether it is better to book their property early in the season, or to wait until the last minute to see if there are any good deals. I always encourage booking early because you have the best properties available for the best value. Everyone wants the perfect property for the perfect price, and those who book early get the best deals and guarantee themselves a property that they chose because it has what they want, and at a price that is fair. For those who wait until the last minute, they may or may not find something they want, and the property was obviously overpriced compared to the others or it would have already been booked. So you may save a few hundred dollars, if you can find something you want, but it should have been priced lower in the first place. Don’t get me wrong, some tenants get lucky and find a good property and the owner will lower the price to where it is a great deal. But the odds are that you will spend a lot of time and effort to either not be able to find something you are satisfied with, or you find a property that should have been priced lower than what you end up paying.

Questions are always being asked by renters and there is never any answer that fits every situation. A good agent is willing to get an answer to the customer’s satisfaction.

If you have any questions about your Sea Isle City vacation, please don't hesitate to ask by contacting me at 609-263-3400 or jws@Landisco.com

www.LandisCo.com or www.SeaIsleCityRealEstate.com 

Last Minute Sea Isle City Rental

BEDS 4 TYPE Townhome BATHS 3 KEY # 98602 SLEEPS 14 GOOGLE MAP Click Here! DAMAGE DEPOSIT 350.0 COMMENTS

34 69th St

Request for 8/25/2012 to 9/1/2012 would total $3100.

PROPERTY AMENITIES

Washer		Non Smoking-No Guar.		Sofa Bed
Dryer		Garage - Tenant Use		Elevator
Dishwasher		Groups (OLDER=O)		Pet Friendly
Ceiling Fan	6	Deck # of		DVD - not warranted	2
A/C: X=Central W=# of		Outside Furniture		Boat Slip
Internet Service		King Beds	2	Microwave
		Queen Beds		Heat [G],[E],[O]
VCR - not warranted		Double Beds		Outside Shower
Cable TV - not warranted		Single Beds	2	Telephone - No Guarantee
Parking # Cars	3	Bunk Beds		Grill: C,G,E - not warr	G

2012 WEEKLY RENTALS

WEEK	DATE BEGIN	AMOUNT
34	8/25/2012	3,100.00
35	9/1/2012	2,800.00
36	9/8/2012	1,800.00
37	9/15/2012	1,800.00
38	9/22/2012	1,800.00
39	9/29/2012	1,800.00

Sea Isle City Concert Under the Stars

Sea Isle City Concert Under the Stars

Concert Under the Stars Series - Mondays, 7:30-9pm, at Excursion Park, JFK Blvd & Pleasure Ave; Free Admission.

Tonight ~ August 13st 

The Christopher Dean Band is a regional blues/soul band based out of the Central New Jersey area, working up and down the east coast year round. Christopher Dean fronts the group, playing guitar and singing lead vocals. Christopher has been playing professionally for the past eight years, having been taught by his older brother and bass player, David, when he was 16. Since graduating high school in 1992, Christopher has studied various styles of guitar ranging from Delta, Chicago and Texas blues to jazz, folk, country, r&b and pop. Having toured worldwide and recording two albums with Big Jack Johnson and The Oilers, including "All The Way Back" in 1997, and "Roots Stew" in 2000, he then recorded his first solo release in 2000, "Dogged n' Driven". Taking his new band and show on the road soon afterward, Christopher has continually toured the east coast for the past 4 years.The band released a brand new CD in 2003 , "Three Times A Fool". It has been well received by blues programs and blues societies on the east coast.

Bassist David Foti, who has also toured worldwide with Big Jack Johnson, has been the solid, ever-present core of the rythm section since the band's inception. AS of Sept 2006 Chip Dixon will be the bands primary drummer covering all of its northeast work.Chip is a solid r&b /soul drummer who has played and toured with The Black Widow Band and Magic Red.Chip brings a solid r&b feel along with warm vocals.

Members:

Christopher Dean - Guitar, Lead Vocals

David Foti - Bass Guitar, Background Vocals

Chip Dixon - Drums, Background Vocals,Vocals

Come to Sea Isle City for a great evening !

Brought to you by The Landis Co., Realtors

609-263-3400

www.FindaShoreHome.com 

Sea Isle City Summer News

SEA ISLE CITY NEWS AND EVENTS

There were two Alex’s Lemonade Stands along Landis Avenue on August 4, which collected over $2600 for childhood cancer research.  The fund raiser was made possible due to the support of numerous local businesses…

WEEKLY SUMMER EVENTS:

--Farmers Market each Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., JFK and Pleasure Avenue, 263-9090 (June 19 – August 28)
--Guided Beachcomber Tours each Tuesday on 29th Street Beach and Thursday at T.I. Park, 10:00 a.m., $1.00, 263-9643 (June 19 – August 28)
--Free Movies Under the Stars at The Band Shell on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 p.m., 263-TOUR (June 28 – August 30)
--Free Saturday Night Concerts at the Band Shell, 263-TOUR (June 9 – September 22)
--Free Monday Night Concerts at the Band Shell, 263-TOUR (June 25 – August 27)
--Free Wednesday Night Family Dance Parties at the Band Shell, 7:30 p.m., 263-TOUR (June 27 - August 29)
--Wristband Days at Gillian’s Funland on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., $20, 263-1363 (July 2 – August 29)
--Free Children’s Entertainment at Gillian’s Funland on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 6:00 – 6:45 p.m., 263-TOUR (June 26 –September 1)
--Sea Isle City’s Got Talent Competition on Fridays at the Band Shell, 8:00 p.m., 263-9090 (June 22 – August 17)


RIDE THE JITNEY! 

Sea Isle City's new Summer Jitney Service is a great way to get around town, plus it will help you avoid the search for parking spaces. The jitney will stop at any corner on the route – just flag-down the driver.

Jitney Route:

1st to 29th Street:
North and Southbound on Landis Avenue (4:00 to 11:00 p.m. limited service)

29th to 94th Street:
North and Southbound on Landis Avenue

JFK Boulevard Corridor:
East and Westbound, Promenade to Marina Complex

Park Road/Fish Alley:
Welcome Center to Library (4:00 to 11:00 p.m. limited service)

Jitney Schedule:

Monday to Saturday:
4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ($2.00 each way)
11:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. ($4.00 each way)

Sunday:
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ($2.00 each way)
4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ($2.00 each way)
11:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. ($4.00 each way)

Please Note: Sea Isle’s 2012 Summer Jitney Service will be available until September 2. Children (age 5 and younger) ride the jitney for free while sitting on an adult’s lap. Businesses throughout town sell books of 10 jitney tickets for $15.00 (phone 263-9090 to learn where you can buy books of tickets).  Visit www.seaislecitynj.us for periodic jitney schedule updates.


DID YOU KNOW?

--The next City Council meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening, August 14, inside Council Chambers on the second level of the Public Safety Building, 233 JFK Boulevard.

--The 2012 Sea Isle City’s Got Talent Contest takes place each Friday night at the Band Shell. The shows are free and the talent is exceptional (263-9090 or www.seaislechamber.com).

--The Little Miss Townsend Inlet Contest will take place at the T.I. Civic Center on Friday, August 10, at 7:00 p.m. (263-3002, www.senaworld.org).

--A Wiffle Classic Fundraiser is set for Saturday, August 11, Dealy Field, 9:00 a.m. (www.seaislewiffleclassic.com).

--The Summer’s Best Card Party & Luncheon will be held at the T.I. Civic Center on Wednesday, August 15, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (263-3002, www.senaworld.org).

--Hollywood Actress Maria Bello (a summer resident of Sea Isle City) will host a fundraiser for Haiti on August 18 at Revel Resort in Atlantic City. For ticket information, visit www.weadvance.org.

--A “Grom Test” surfing event will take place on Sunday, August 19, on the 37th Street Beach, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., hosted by Heritage Surf and Sport (www.heritagesurf.com, 263-3033).

--The 23rd Annual Joe Distasio-Joseph Romano, Sr. Special Olympics Crabbing Competition will take place on Monday, August 20, starting at 8:30 a.m., sponsored by the SIC Italian American Club (263-0700) .

--A “Quality of Life” Meeting will take place on August 28, 9:00 am to 10:00 am, in Council Chambers prior to City Council meetings.  Representatives from the City’s Police Department and Administration will be on hand during these informal sessions to hear comments from the public and share information. For additional details, phone 263-4311 (ext. 2310).

--The public is invited to enjoy musical performances at VFW Post 1963, located on JFK Boulevard next to the Sea Isle Bridge.  Visit www.vfwpost1963.com to learn about all VFW events.

-- Personalized Bricks for the Sea Isle City Historical Museum’s Memorial Garden are available for $200 each. Bricks are a great way to remember someone you love (609-624-7929).

--Dogs are not permitted on Sea Isle City’s beaches or promenade during the summer months. Dogs will be permitted on the beach once again on September 30. As always, dogs must be on a leash, and owners must curb and clean-up after their pets.

--The S.I.C. Beach Tag Office has moved to a temporary location in a mobile office on 42nd Place (near the Lobster Loft Restaurant, across from the Municipal Marina). The Beach Tag Office, which will soon move to its permanent home inside the new Welcome Center, is currently open seven days a week, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Look for the “Open” flag out front (263-1771).

--Sea Isle City now offers online view and payment options for municipal property tax bills and water/sewer utility bills (visit www.seaislecitynj.us and click on the "Tax & Utility Payment Center" icon at the bottom of the homepage). You can mail-in a payment as always, or pay online through your checking account, credit card or debit card. Please Note: Online viewing is free; however a convenience charge will be applied if you pay your bills online.

--America’s Active Duty Military Personnel can visit Sea Isle’s beaches for free by visiting the Beach Tag Office between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day and providing a current active military duty identification card to receive a 100% discount on Sea Isle City’s beach tags (263-1771).

--The City of Sea Isle City will gladly arrange a Welcome Home Ceremony for any members of the military as they return to town. To arrange a “Hero’s Welcome” for your favorite Sailor, Marine, Soldier, Airman, National Guard or Coast Guard service member, phone Mayor Desiderio’s Office (263-4461, ext. 245) or Commander Chick Haines at VFW Post 1963 (263-1711). You can also find a “Welcome Home Ceremony” application online at www.seaislecitynj.us (via the “Quick Links” and “Downloadable Forms” tabs).

--You can properly dispose of American flags by placing them in the flag collection bin in front of VFW Post 1963 on JFK Boulevard. Please be certain to properly care for all America flags no matter what size!

--SOS (Sea Isle’s Cat Rescue Organization) is here all summer. If you see a stray cat or you are interested in adopting a pet, phone (609) 972-5887.  For more info, visit www.seaislecats.org or stop by The Crooked Tail Thrift Shop at 4208 Landis Avenue.

--Beach Wheelchairs can be borrowed from the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol, Memorial Day to Labor Day.  Also known as Surf Wheelchairs, these large-wheeled chairs allow people with physical limitations to enjoy time at the water’s edge. To reserve a beach chair, phone 263-3655, or visit www.sicbp.com for more information.

Brought to you by The Landis Co., Realtors ~ www.LandisCo.com 

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Home Prices Continue to Rise

Posted By susanne On August 1, 2012

^[1]Data through May 2012, released by S&P Dow Jones Indices for its S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices, showed that average home prices increased by 2.2 percent in May over April for both the 10- and 20-City Composites.
With May’s data, we found that home prices fell annually by 1.0 percent for the 10-City Composite and by 0.7 percent for the 20-City Composite versus May 2011. Both Composites and 17 of the 20 MSAs saw increases in annual returns in May compared to April. Boston, Charlotte and Detroit were the three cities that saw their annual returns worsen in May, with annual rates of -0.1 percent, +0.9 percent and +0.6 percent, respectively. Atlanta continues to be the only city posting a double-digit negative annual return with -14.5 percent. However, this is an improvement over the -17.0 percent annual decline recorded in April 2012.