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Thanks to friends, clients for letting me have a decent year in real estate. 2020 has been a crazy year with Covid 19 and shut down setbacks, but we are getting it done right and on time, with the

 WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. long-term mortgage rates declined this week to new record lows for the first week of 2021.The year opens against the continuing backdrop of damage from the

5 New Year's resolutions you might actually want to keep:Enjoy more time with familyBuild more experiencesFind a new hobbySpend more time in natureTry something new every month     

Weekly Mortgage Market Reportfor the week ending on December 10, 2020Average weekly rate data as provided by the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey®12/10/20(most recent

It’s Thanksgiving week, and this year for many families including my own, it looks a little different than it has in the past.But here’s the thing: Just because it’s different&

A heartfelt Veterans Day salute of thanks to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country while protecting the freedoms of our great nation. Honoring your bravery is the lease we

Average weekly rate data as provided by the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey®11/05/20(most recent)TrendingAverageRatePoints& FeesMargin 30-Year Fixed Rate▼ down2.78%0.7N/A

   This Sunday! Don`t Forget---Enjoy your week! Gary Simmens KWIf we could boycott that would be great! Studies have been done to see if it is really necessary at all. But they are still

  October 2020 - Pandemic Real Estate Market Update --By Gary

Rent vs. Buying in South New Jersey: What Is Right thing for You?Deciding to rent versus buy in South New Jersey is a real big decision. If you’re not prepared for the costs of owning a home,

LOOK at these improving Atlantic County NJ housing latest stats for year to date and last months sold: Pretty impressive despite the costly Covid 19 set backs. 22% median sales price gain too!:

      LOOK! :) FABULOUS MONEY SAVING LOW INTEREST RATES! See the homes for saleat helpful website: www.GarySimmens.com   See the lower rates below!Weekly Mortgage Market

 Fed Funds Rate Remains at 0-0.25% Fabuous time to invest in real estateor refinance your existing property. With Covid 19 hitting us hard in 2020 manyhomeowners realize that their existing

RATES DOWN EVEN LOWER!08/27/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints& FeesMargin 30-Year Fixed Rate2.91%0.8N/A 15-Year Fixed Rate2.47%0.7N/A 5/1-Year ARM2.91%0.22.7508/20/20(previous week

Weekly Mortgage Market ReportAugust 13, 2020FABULOUS LOW INTEREST RATES! Call Gary Simmens KW Direct at 609-338-1339 to get your home soon08/13/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints& FeesMargin

We are breaking records in our hard working KW office with 153 settlements done and closed for July 2020,---Despite Covid 19 setbacks, our Atlantic Shore Office usually sees a drop off in July

For months now the vast majority of Americans have been asking the same question: When will the economy turn around? Many experts have been saying the housing market will lead the way to a

All time low interest rates are bringing the buyers out now, despite the Covid concerns.BAM! Went Quickly! LIST PRICE $469,000 Nice custom home in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ on 10 acres, I placed this

  The average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3 percent for the first time Freddie Mac began tracking weekly rates in 1971. The average 30

  07/09/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints& FeesMargin 30-Year Fixed Rate3.03%0.8N/A 15-Year Fixed Rate2.51%0.8N/A 5/1-Year ARM3.02%0.32.7507/02/20(previous week

  SOMERS POINT, NJ — After several years in the planning stages, a $1.5 million transient marina on the city's bayfront is officially open.City Council members Janice Johnston and

 Everyone have a healthy, happy and sane 4th of July! 2020 has been an interesting year already---seems like 3 years wrapped up in onealready and we are only half way done so far in 2020! 

LOW MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES AS OF THURSDAY 06/25/202006/25/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints& FeesMargin 30-Year Fixed Rate3.13%0.8N/A 15-Year Fixed Rate2.59%0.8N/A 5/1-Year ARM3%

  Pandemic Real Estate Market Update -;

I hope everyone is safe and well during this pandemic, I would not be surprised if you may like a few of the 20 recipes below.  Its a rainy Friday here today in South Jersey.  Be well

Weekly Interest Rate Report by Gary Simmens Realtor with KW - CONVENTIONAL INTEREST RATES ONLY this is for buyers with a 720 FICO scoreon average. Lower FICO may be higher some. Higher FICO may

30 year payout rate is down some.  You can see the 15 year slightly went up.Probably due to high demand on refinancing.  Stay Safe!  Gary.04/16/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints&

  Enjoy this Easter and count your blessings, enjoy as much aspossible whether close up with a few special people or by Zoom!God Bless, Be Strong, Be Safe  #CoronaV Sucks! #Keep the

04/02/20(most recent)AverageRatePoints& FeesMargin 30-Year Fixed Rate3.33%0.7N/A 15-Year Fixed Rate2.82%0.6N/A 5/1-Year ARM3.40%0.32.7503/26/20(previous week)AverageRatePoints;

Somers Point, NJ--Known for its annual popular Bayfest in the spring season,(which is cancelled this year because of public safety concerns of the corona virus pandemic), 

This info out today may help millions have less stress!. Check it out. IMPORTANT SAFETY NET: . Also mentions late payments, credit forebearance, etc Up to 12 months of forbearance.Waiving of

Custom executive ranch cathedral ceilings, nice beautiful tile, h/w floors, center island kitchen w/ grill, backsplash, some S/S appliances withrefrigerator and dishwasher. Gas stove and countertop

The Federal Reserve made an emergency announcement Sunday afternoon by announcing that it would be cutting interest rates to zero for the first time since the financial crisis. This is to align

ATLANTIC CITY — A groundbreaking for the second phase of Stockton University’s Atlantic City campus, a 400-bed residential building, is planned for March 27.A flyer posted on Facebook by

Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234--Atlantic County, NJ.Super custom rancher on over an acre with some privacy!  Finished basement too!Ranch home with over 2720 square footage of living space. Set

 Real Estate Update-- A Look At Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 By Realtor Gary D. SimmensEgg Harbor Township, NJ is  located right in the middle of Atlantic County, NJ is home to

 A years-long legal effort by a group of Seaview Harbor residents to have their neighborhood leave Egg Harbor Township and join Longport was denied Tuesday by Atlantic County Superior Court

Pulse Of The Market in Atlantic County, NJ As Of February 10th 2020 And The Benefit Of A Well Planned Open House By Gary SimmensThe Spring market is starting early this year. The median sales price

Real Estate Update--By GARY SIMMENS-Atlantic County, NJ- The Past Year Sold Statistics ComparisonOverall, homes are moving much faster now, this February 2020, you will see many homes listed in the

Interest rates for homebuyers and investors are fabulous, and the interest rates are staying the same today. As things continue to improve, watch for possible rate hikes. The U.S. economy keeps

ATLANTIC CITY — The total number of people working in the city’s nine casino hotels declined slightly at the end of 2019 compared to the year before. The very good news is Atlantic City

 Mindset is critical in most things in life and is certainly is very important in selling or buying a property. the process does not have to be stressful. If you approach the process properly,

MARGATE, NJ 08402 – With or without the support of Margate’s governing body, a group of taxpayers are mounting an effort to ask voters if they approve the idea of building a citywide,-

Linwood, NJ 08221 home to some of South Jersey`s best schools and 12 minutesto the best beaches and boardwalks in NJ.See the 3 foreclosures here:https://www.garysimmens.com/index.php?quick=1&

5  valued cheap foreclosure buys in Ocean City, NJ 08226Call Gary direct at 609-338-1330 to help you get a good investment in OC.From a bayfront condo to a massive luxury gem. See the bargains

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!Santa is here with me now and he says "You better be nice!"With heartfelt gratitude I thank you all, for the past and your future real estate business and friendship.

Equestrians, horse lovers in South Jersey and Atlantic County, you must see this fabulous property listed for sale at a realistic price in Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234On 7.92 beautiful landscaped

Real Estate Update-  A Look At Northfield, NJ 08225 By Gary Simmens of Keller Williams Atlantic ShoreThe City of Northfield is a suburban community located in

A Look At Linwood, NJ---Real Estate Update By Gary D. SimmensBy Gary D, SimmensBroker/Associate at Keller Williams Atlantic Shore RealtorsLinwood, NJ 08221, known for its wide street Gold Coast

Real Estate Update--A Look At Longport, NJ 08403    By Gary D. SimmensLongport is located on the southwest corner of Absecon Island, and was once about 180 acres bigger in size, untila

A Look At Mays Landing, (Hamilton Twp) NJ--Real Estate Updates    By Gary SimmensHave you ever notice how many people from central and north NJ often get Hamilton Township, NJ confused

Investors, the timing is perfect!  Really perfect. Investors, the timing is great now for grabbing foreclosures in our South Jersey area for profit.Flipping homes is very popular and

For five months in 2015 and the first six months of 2016, Atlantic County led the nation in foreclosure activity for metropolitan areas with more than 200,000 residents. One in every 230 homes in

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Somers Point, NJ 08244 Improving soon and getting wider on the their Bike path By Gary SimmensSOMERS POINT, NJ 08244 — The city of Somers Point will soon expand the width of its

Ventnor Plaza on the move for improvements soon.By Gary D. Simmens -  2019 Tags: Ventnor Plaza Improvements ComingVENTNOR, NJ 08406 – With one investor on the line and

Real Estate Update- A Look At Absecon, NJ 08201 By Gary D. SimmensGary D. Simmens of Keller Williams Atlantic Shore  - December  2019Real Estate Update A Look At Absecon, NJ