Last night my wife and I saw the best Christmas light show!  It was by far better than anything I’ve ever seen… even the house you see on TV for the Budwieser commercials.  You have to see this. The great think about this house they had over 30 minutes of music programed including some awesome Trans Siberian Orchestra songs. Santa Arrives 18, 19, 20th. Donations are accepted and 100% goes to fight cancer. 

The address is Sooy lane in Absecon.  I don’t have the street number but it’s the last house on the bay side.  If you’re coming from Shore Road heading North.  It’s just past the intersection of Rout 9 and Shore Road.  Make a right and follow the signs for X-mas light show.

Here is a link to a video I took with my phone.  The quality is not so good so you have to see this for yourself.  http://qik.ly/u9mr

Best wishes and have a Merry Christmas,

Matt

The Atlantic County Grant Program for first time home buyers has money available now.  For the past 6 months or so money was not available.  This is a great program for first time home buyers in Atlantic County, NJ. 

The grant provides up to $20,000 for first time home buyers to cover down payment and closing costs.  First time home buyers are buyers who have not owned a primary residence in the last three years.

If you or someone you know would like to take advantage of this opportunity before the money is gone.  Please contact me immediately at 609-484-9890 ext. 132.

Here is a list of communities that qualify for the grant money:

Galloway, NJ

Absecon, NJ

Egg Harbor City, NJ

Pleasantville, NJ

Mullica Township, NJ

Hammonton, NJ

Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Hamilton Township, Mays Landing, NJ

Northfield, NJ

Linwood, NJ

Somers Point, NJ

Brigantine, NJ

Ventnor, NJ

Margate, NJ

Longport, NJ

Estell Manor, NJ

Beuna, NJ

Best wishes,

Matt

Your Trusted Real Estate Expert For Life

How was your Thanksgiving?

In this month’s newsletter we’ve got some great information including an article on the new tax credit for home owners, not just first time buyers.

We’ll also be talking about the hot toys of the season and how to enjoy stress free holiday travel. As always, we invite you to check out some of the area’s best properties and find out what homes are selling for in your neighborhood.

Feel free to also watch the latest This Month In Real Estate Video.

If you like what you see… please forward it to your friends!

To enjoy the interactive features of the Haviland Group newsletter online click here. http://www.atlanticshoreliving.net/haviland

Thank you and best wishes, Richard, Matthew, and Linda Haviland Your Trusted Real Estate Experts For Life

I was sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Vera King Farris.  I just got this email from President Saatkamp regarding funeral services.

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Dear Stockton Community and Friends of the College,

The passing of President Emerita, Dr. Vera King Farris, has deeply impacted the entire community. A pillar of the Stockton community, Dr. Farris’ contributions to the College, the community and higher education nationally and globally, have been immeasurable. She will be sorely missed, not only by the Stockton community, but also by an international network of friends, colleagues and admirers.

Dr. Farris’ family deeply appreciates the love and support of Stockton College and the community and is thankful for the many prayers and words of condolence.

Funeral services for Dr. Farris will be held on Friday, December 4, 2009, beginning with a viewing from 9:00 AM – 11:00 A.M. followed by services at 11:00 A.M. at the Wimberg Funeral Home, 211 East Great Creek Road, Galloway, NJ 08205 (609.641.0001). The repast will be held at the Carriage House, 25 South Pitney Road in Galloway, NJ 08205 (609.748.2400) immediately following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to The Vera King Farris Scholarship Fund. Donations can be made online through the College’s website or by mail to The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, Office of Development, P.O. Box 195, Pomona, New Jersey 08240.

While we mourn Dr. Farris’ passing, we celebrate her extraordinary leadership, courage and contributions to Stockton, the State of New Jersey and the nation.

We offer our sincere sympathy and ask that you continue to keep the Farris family in your thoughts.

Herman J. Saatkamp, Jr. President

Brian K. Jackson, M.B.A. Chief of Staff

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey P.O. Box 195 Jim Leeds Road Pomona, New Jersey 08240 Phone (609) 652-4521 Fax (609) 652-4945 E-mail brian.jackson@stockton.edu New Jersey’s Green College