Jackie Safran – Realtor®

MARCH 2010

March 4th at 7 pm.  The History of Writing by Terri Antoniewicz.  Journey from papyrus and ink quills to computer laser-jet printing. Edison Public Library.  Call (732) 287-2298 ext 1 to register.

March 7th from 9 am to 12 noon (no early birds) Spring Rummage Sale at Temple  Emanu-El, James Street, Edison (across from JFK Hospital).

March 7th, 9 am to 1 pm.  Blood Drive at Temple Neve Shalom, Metuchen.  Call (732) 968-4489 to make an appointment.

March 7th from 1-4 pm in celebration of Women’s History Month, free art exhibition and lectures by Metuchen Artist Joan Arbeiter.  Artist reception and gallery talks at Drake House Museum, Plainfield.  For more information call (908) 755-5831.

March 10 at 6.30 pm, Edison Public Library.  Book club to discuss “The Book of Splendor” by Francis Sherwood.  777 Grove Avenue, Edison.  Please all (732) 548-3045 ext 1 to register.

March 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20 at 7.30 pm.  John P. Stevens Theatre Company’s production of “Jekyll and Hyde”, the Tony Award nominated musical.  Tickets for $9 can be purchased in advance at the high school (732) 452-2800.  $11 at door.  J.P. Stevens High School, Grove Avenue, Edison.

March 20 at 9.00 am (sharp) Annual Spring Egg Hunt sponsored by Metuchen Recreation Commission.  Youngsters should bring a basket or bag to collect their eggs.  Myrtle Field in Myrtle Park, Metuchen.  For more information call (732) 632-8502.

Should you buy an old home or new construction?  There are many questions that a buyer has to answer and then, of course, it’s very much a matter of personal taste.

Metuchen, Edison, Scotch Plains and Westfield and the surrounding areas, all have their fair share of older homes and brand new construction.  One of the biggest factor to consider is the price tag that comes along with these homes.  However, putting price aside for a moment, let’s look at the advantages to weigh when deciding between old and new…. (more…)

You only have until April 30, 2010 to get a ratified contract for your purchase.

In November 2009, an extension and expansion of the previous tax credit for purchases of a primary residence was passed.

Especially valuable is the First Time Buyers Tax Credit of up to $8,000.  Are you looking to buy your first home?

There are plenty of good reasons to buy a home.  These include a continuing low mortgage rate, significant reductions in house prices and a large choice of inventory. (more…)

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