If you are thinking of relocating or buying that second home at the beach, what are you waiting for?

With mortgage rates at record lows, home prices seemingly tailor made for buyers and motivated sellers looking to close before winter creeps in, now is the perfect time to purchase your new home.

Why not hit the beach this fall and make your summer dreams come true!!!

See you at the beach,

Lee Ann

Did you know Kathy Lee owns a home in Rehoboth? She has always frequented the area, especially since she grew up here. Her co-host, Hoda, also has a family summer home here.

Recently the two women visited and brought along their show! Check out the video here. Pretty cool having mini-celebrities here, huh?!

-Lee Ann

This is an amazing lot in Wolfe Pointe and the owner is looking for an offer - Don't be shy, bring us an offer!

Call me for more info today (302) 645-6664

-Lee Ann

We're hosting an open house in The Peninsula. An award winning, high-end community in Millsboro, Delaware.

This event will be held August 6, 2011 from 12-3pm with a meet and greet from 3-4pm. A flyer with details of the event may be viewed here.

Hope to see you there!

-Lee Ann

WOW! The NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) has rated Rehoboth and Dewey Beach as two of the top cleanest beach water sites in the country! This is an amazing honor, especially wonderful since only four beaches nationwide earned the honor.

Consideration for the award is based on five factors: water quality in 2010; water quality overall for the past 3 years; frequency of testing; issuing advisories and posting closings (if needed).

The locals take a great deal of care to keep the beaches safe, clean and fun. In fact, Prudential Gallo holds an annual beach-cleanup day, where this past May I rolled up my sleeves, along with members of The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group, to do our part. It's a rewarding experience.

And the news gets better! For 3 consecutive years, we’ve had the cleanest beach water in the US. The EPA reports on beaches nationwide. Find out all about your beach here. The Natural Resources Defense Council’s website provides a quick look at Americas most popular beaches and their five-factor ratings.  The ‘Best and Worst Beach Water Quality’ article can be found here.

So, as we (quickly) approach the 4^th of July, I wish your family nothing but fun in the sun on Lewes and Rehoboth Beach.

All the best,

Lee Ann

Sussex County's First National Historic landmark is the Overfalls Lightship! Woo-hoo. Check out the complete article here

 

** Happy 4th of July! **

Well, the Fourth of July is nearly upon us. Can you believe how fast its come? Seems just like yesterday we were all wishing the snow would stop! There are some great activities coming up for you and the family this 4th.

 

July 2: Sidewalk Art and Artisan show at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, starting at 9am.

July 4: Old-fashioned 4th of July Children's activities on Second Street, starting at 9am.

July 4: Lewes Boat Parade on the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal, starts at 2pm.

July 4: Lewes Doo-Dah parade in the late afternoon. (route: Kings Hwy to Second St, to Market St and up Savannah)

July 4: Rehoboth Beach Fireworks. Sit beach-side and enjoy the great show! Fireworks will be launched approximately 9:15 and last for 45 mins. Afterward, a concert by the US Navy Country Current band will be held at the bandstand.

Stay safe, wear sunscreen and have a wonderful 4th of July!

-Lee Ann

(Note: Fireworks are illegal in the State of DE and officers will be out enforcing the law. Please leave the fireworks to the professionals and don't risk fines, arrest or injury.)

The Sussex County Delaware demographics are here! The county just released the June stats and they are pretty interesting: Did you know that in 2010, 42% of home owners in Sussex County own their home outright (no mortgage). Kudos to them!

Additionally, the sales volume of homes in the county has risen in the past year. The report points toward stabilization in Sussex. Check out the full Sussex County Demographics report.

Best,

Lee Ann

Don't make plans for Sat, April 23, 2011!

We will be holding 6 open houses' in Lewes, DE from 12-3pm that day. Bring your friends, bring your family....

4 Delmar Avenue

412 Mulberry

320 Pilottown Road

114 Coleman Avenue

431 Kings Highway

4 Dunes Terrace

Need directions or more information? Call anytime (302) 645-6664

I was reading Delaware Today last night and was pleasantly surprised when I happened on page 60, Delaware Today's 'Best Places to Live: 35 Great towns, How does yours rate?' Lewes Beach Delaware is number one!

Yeah, our sweet little town has won the hearts of the locals and embodies its slogan "The first town in the first state". I am so proud to call it home. The article provides a quick overview of several categories rated by locals; a few are: Safety, Commute time, Shopping/Dining and Arts & Culture. While they rate on a few different scales, I'd of course give our town top-honors for everything...there really is so much to do here. From the Kite Festival in the Spring to the Christmas Parade in town. In fact, you can find out more about Lewes events and the Delaware Today article here. Thinking about buying or selling in the first town, in the first state? Just drop me a line at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 302-645-6664.

I'm happy to report that I was recently awarded the 5 Star Agent award for overall client satisfaction by Delaware Today magazine! Delaware Today sends out surveys to clients that close during a particular year, in this case 2010, and calculate their anonymous responses. Based on the results they award local agents. I am proud to work with so many wonderful people throughout the community and am thankful to all who responded. I could not do it without you! All the best, Lee Ann

The Sussex County Delaware Association of Realtors (SCAOR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) are co-hosting two free workshops this month (March 2010) in Seaford and Georgetown Delaware for homeowners who are at risk for foreclosure. Get help before you walk away from your house or give your property back to the bank. There are other options for Sussex County residents but you must take action before your property goes to sheriff's sale. If you are behind in payments or struggling to pay high mortgage bills on a property or know someone who is going thru this, bring them along. All members of the public are invited to attend and light refreshments will be served. Saturday March 6th 2010 Workshop to be held at the NEW Seaford Public Library (in Ross Business Park) from 2 to 4 pm. Saturday March 13, 2010 Workshop to be held at Sussex County Association of Realtors (SCAOR) headquarters at the corner of Route 9 and Park Avenue (if you are going toward Georgetown from Lewes - it will be on your left and before you get to downtown Georgetown).