Lewes Post Office is a Tribute to Grand Civic Architecture
The exterior of the Lewes, Del. Post Office CHRIS BEAKEY PHOTO It’s no secret that Bill and I are fans of historic architecture since the sign for Active Adults Realty is prominently displayed in the...
View ArticleHistory Lives on at Fort Miles
The years I spent in the U.S. Air Force were some of the best – and most interesting – of my life. They also built experiences that help me connect with so many folks who are moving to Delaware...
View ArticleThree Delaware Counties Each Offer Unique Features
One of the most important conversations we have with clients who are searching for new homes focuses on both the types of architectural features they love and how they really want to spend their...
View ArticleSpotlight on Kent County for Festivals, Nature and Fine Housing Choices
Last week I wrote the first of three features describing the unique offerings of each of Delaware’s three counties. If you check out these details on New Castle County, you’ll see how wonderful it is...
View ArticleWhen You Love the Beach… and All That’s Within Reach
Over the last couple of weeks I’ve spotlighted the home and lifestyle options offered up north in New Castle County and around the middle of Delaware in Kent County. One thing that came to mind as I...
View ArticleTake a Weekend Trip to Chincoteague!
ADOBE STOCK IMAGE If you head westward from the Delaware beaches and drive about an hour and a half south on Route 113 you’ll come to the small town of Chincoteague, Virginia, with a Norman Rockwell...
View ArticleStay Safe in the Surf Zone and on the Bay
Beachgoers on Rehoboth Beach. RON MACARTHUR / CAPE GAZETTE PHOTO If you’ve been reading our blog for a while you know I tend to write about all of the reasons to celebrate Delaware. This week isn’t...
View ArticleHome Buyers and Sellers Should be Optimistic Yet Thoughtful about Delaware...
As Active Adults Realty agents it isn’t our job to “convince you to buy a house.” More accurately, we’re here to help you find the house that’s best suited to your lifestyle and budget, albeit with...
View ArticleFour Cheers for the 4th!
Folks sitting in Canalfront Park in Lewes had a great view of the fireworks show. NICK ROTH / CAPE GAZETTE PHOTO The 4th of July has always felt like the most quintessential American holiday, with our...
View ArticleAnother Favorite Local Building is a Tribute to African-American History
The Nassau School in Belltown. CAPE GAZETTE / RON MACARTHUR PHOTO This weekend communities throughout Delaware celebrated our July 4th Independence holiday with all kinds of fun activities and...
View ArticleEscape Summer Crowds for Nature and Entertainment
It’s the height of summer in Delaware, when tens of thousands flock to the towns along the coast. If you live in one of these lovely places you might yearn for a day trip to escape the crowds. If so,...
View ArticleDelaware’s Farmers Markets Offer All Kinds of Summertime Treasures
There’s a quirky state-of-mind that many Delaware residents have developed over the past few years: “I will never, ever buy a store-bought peach again. Instead, I will endeavor to eat them by the...
View ArticleEnjoy the Best of Summer on Delaware’s Famed Coast
The Super Flip 360 at Funland. CAPE GAZETTE / RON MACARTHUR PHOTO It’s the height of summer, a favorite time to visit Delaware’s beautiful coast, or to entertain your extended family if you’re lucky...
View ArticleSummer Fare: Crab Cakes, a surprisingly economical dinner for 6!
Homemade Crab Cakes with Lemon. ADOBE STOCK PHOTO We create this blog post about the amazing state of Delaware every week and always have a good time putting it together. But every once in a while I...
View ArticleEat Fresh and Easy with Local Delmarva Fare
ADOBE STOCK PHOTOS Last week we posted the first in our Delaware-inspired cuisine series with a very special crab cake recipe from one of our Lewes neighbors. One key point we made was that buying...
View ArticleThings To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan
Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating, be careful when it comes to making...
View ArticleHome Price Deceleration Doesn’t Mean Home Price Depreciation
Watch our video below! Delaware Home Market Forecast for the Last Quarter of 2022 Experts in the real estate industry use a number of terms when they talk about what’s happening with home prices. And...
View ArticleA Real Estate Professional Helps You Separate Fact from Fiction
If you’re following the news, chances are you’ve seen or heard some headlines about the housing market that don’t give the full picture. The real estate market is shifting, and when that happens, it...
View ArticleWhy Experts Say the Housing Market Won’t Crash [INFOGRAPHIC]
Why Experts Say the Housing Market Won’t Crash [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights Many people remember the housing crash in 2008, but experts say today’s market is fundamentally different in many...
View ArticleOn the Hunt for Delaware’s Favorite Local Places – Featuring Lloyd’s in Lewes!
Whether you live up around Wilmington, in central Delaware or in one of the many beautiful communities hugging the ocean or bays, you probably do the bulk of your grocery shopping at big supermarkets....
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