Local Realtor, Jerry Pilgrim, earns Harris Real Estate University Diploma as a Certified REO Specialist, making him an expert at selling forclosed properties. He has also earned the Certified Distressed Property Expert Designation (CDPE) through the Distresssed Property Institute. As a CDPE agent I have the tools and information homeowners need to avoid foreclosure and move forward with their lives.
A national epidemic is looming. Are you ready? We are in the most challenging real estate market since the Great Depression with no end in site for the immediate future. The government can only do so much to help victums of this situation. That is where specially educated and trained Real Estate Brokers like Jerry Pilgrim are here to help. The key is to take the corrective measures as soon as a mortgage payment can not be made on time. Our Goal is to help homeowners in distress avoid foreclosure and sell their properties. Jerry is a PA broker/owner
and York County Native serving customers since 1984.
Jerry Pilgrim
Professional Realty Associates
"The Pilgrim Team"
717-757-5955
www.PilgrimTeam.com
jpilgrim@pilgrimteam.com
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Toys for Tots
Community Involvement as Toys For Tots Drop off LocationProfessional Realty Associates
3921 E. Market Street York, PA 17402
is Sponsoring the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves
Toys For Tots Program again this year!
Help us support them by bringing new unwrapped toys.
Monday thru Friday 9am - 5pm till Dec 15th at the above location.
Make a child Smile This Holiday Season!
http://www.PilgrimTeam.com/
A Happy Thanksgiving of Gratitude
A Happy Thanksgiving of Gratitude!
Do you wait until Thanksgiving Day or Christmas to thank those that you love and those that have helped you? It is important to spend time during these special holidays to be thankful. However, it shouldn't be the only time you demonstrate your love and appreciation to others.
You should have no problem thinking of ones to thank on a daily or weekly basis. If you need some ideas, here are some to get you thinking:
* Your appreciation may have more of an impact when it is done at an unexpected time. Giving thanks during the holidays can be somewhat expected. Surprise someone by showing your gratitude when it is least expected and it will be remembered for a long time.
* It can be done immediately after an event you are most thankful for. That is when it will encourage others the most.
* Your notes and thoughtful comments won't get diluted by those from others trying to catch up for the past year on their thanks.
* You can give more time and personalized attention when showing your gratitude. You will not have to do something for a large list of people in a short period of time.
* True gratitude involves action. Lend a hand, Pitch in, Make a gift, Give your time, or just listen. Give back as often as you can.
Giving thanks doesn't just benefit the other person. You will receive benefits from doing it as well. You will begin to feel happier and more relaxed. In fact, it has been proven in studies that being grateful can have a positive effect on your health. It can reduce your stress and boost your immune system.
Christmas is important. Easter is important. Halloween is important for the kids. But for our own personal happiness, there is nothing like a truly heartfelt Thanksgiving. Why wouldn't you look for every opportunity to show your thankfulness to others? Don't wait for a holiday before you look for opportunities to show your gratitude. Give thanks on a regular basis throughout the year.
Make every day Thanksgiving Day in 2009!
Do you wait until Thanksgiving Day or Christmas to thank those that you love and those that have helped you? It is important to spend time during these special holidays to be thankful. However, it shouldn't be the only time you demonstrate your love and appreciation to others.
You should have no problem thinking of ones to thank on a daily or weekly basis. If you need some ideas, here are some to get you thinking:
* Your appreciation may have more of an impact when it is done at an unexpected time. Giving thanks during the holidays can be somewhat expected. Surprise someone by showing your gratitude when it is least expected and it will be remembered for a long time.
* It can be done immediately after an event you are most thankful for. That is when it will encourage others the most.
* Your notes and thoughtful comments won't get diluted by those from others trying to catch up for the past year on their thanks.
* You can give more time and personalized attention when showing your gratitude. You will not have to do something for a large list of people in a short period of time.
* True gratitude involves action. Lend a hand, Pitch in, Make a gift, Give your time, or just listen. Give back as often as you can.
Giving thanks doesn't just benefit the other person. You will receive benefits from doing it as well. You will begin to feel happier and more relaxed. In fact, it has been proven in studies that being grateful can have a positive effect on your health. It can reduce your stress and boost your immune system.
Christmas is important. Easter is important. Halloween is important for the kids. But for our own personal happiness, there is nothing like a truly heartfelt Thanksgiving. Why wouldn't you look for every opportunity to show your thankfulness to others? Don't wait for a holiday before you look for opportunities to show your gratitude. Give thanks on a regular basis throughout the year.
Make every day Thanksgiving Day in 2009!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Get Help for Your Home: York County Realtor Becomes a Professional on Distressed Properties
Orlando, Fla.—In today’s market, more and more homeowners are finding themselves in financial distress due to real estate than ever before. If you are a homeowner in danger of losing your home, do not get discouraged—there are many options to get your finances back on the right track. That’s why Jerry Pilgrim, broker of Professional Realty Associates in York, recently became a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) and a member of the Distressed Property Institute.
The CDPE designation is a nationally recognized certification given to agents who have dedicated their time and effort to understanding the issues distressed homeowners are facing. After taking multiple courses and training sessions, the agents are better equipped to deal with entering the distressed property market—REOs, short sales, preforeclosures and working with investors.
Foreclosure is a devastating financial and emotional process for a homeowner to go through, and in many cases they do so alone and without help. Homeowners who are in the preforeclosure process need to speak with an agent as quickly as possible. If you are a homeowner in distress, Jerry believes the best solution for homeowners is to seek the guidance, counsel and services of an educated and trained real estate agent. Homeowners no longer have to go it alone. Jerry has received the tools, information and tactics to effectively help homeowners through his certification from the Distressed Property Institute.
One of the first options a homeowner has to avoid foreclosure is a loan modification, or loan restructuring, which is simply a permanent change in one or more of the terms of the mortgage loan. If a homeowner runs into temporary financial hardship, the next option is to negotiate for a loan forbearance, which reduces or delays payments for a short amount of time with the understanding that the account will eventually be brought to a current status.
While these two options do serve as practical alternatives to foreclosure, they still leave homeowners with the same burden of debt. The more favorable option, according to real estate experts, which considerably benefits both the homeowner and lender, is a short sale. A short sale is an agreement wherein the lender allows for the homeowner to sell the home at a price lower than the mortgage-debt amount. The lender will then take the proceeds from the sale as a settlement for the mortgage debt. A short sale becomes a beneficial alternative when the homeowner’s mortgage debt is higher than the property’s value.
It’s a complicated market out there, but Jerry Pilgrim, a CDPE professional, is an agent who understands the full range of solutions and is ready to help. Distressed homeowners need an advocate like Jerry—who chose to set himself apart from other agents by receiving formal training to help homeowners in financial crisis.
If anyone would like more information about this topic or to schedule a meeting with Jerry Pilgrim, please call Professional Realty Associates at (717) 757-5955 or e-mail their request to JPilgrim@PilgrimTeam.com. www.YorkShortSales.com
The CDPE designation is a nationally recognized certification given to agents who have dedicated their time and effort to understanding the issues distressed homeowners are facing. After taking multiple courses and training sessions, the agents are better equipped to deal with entering the distressed property market—REOs, short sales, preforeclosures and working with investors.
Foreclosure is a devastating financial and emotional process for a homeowner to go through, and in many cases they do so alone and without help. Homeowners who are in the preforeclosure process need to speak with an agent as quickly as possible. If you are a homeowner in distress, Jerry believes the best solution for homeowners is to seek the guidance, counsel and services of an educated and trained real estate agent. Homeowners no longer have to go it alone. Jerry has received the tools, information and tactics to effectively help homeowners through his certification from the Distressed Property Institute.
One of the first options a homeowner has to avoid foreclosure is a loan modification, or loan restructuring, which is simply a permanent change in one or more of the terms of the mortgage loan. If a homeowner runs into temporary financial hardship, the next option is to negotiate for a loan forbearance, which reduces or delays payments for a short amount of time with the understanding that the account will eventually be brought to a current status.
While these two options do serve as practical alternatives to foreclosure, they still leave homeowners with the same burden of debt. The more favorable option, according to real estate experts, which considerably benefits both the homeowner and lender, is a short sale. A short sale is an agreement wherein the lender allows for the homeowner to sell the home at a price lower than the mortgage-debt amount. The lender will then take the proceeds from the sale as a settlement for the mortgage debt. A short sale becomes a beneficial alternative when the homeowner’s mortgage debt is higher than the property’s value.
It’s a complicated market out there, but Jerry Pilgrim, a CDPE professional, is an agent who understands the full range of solutions and is ready to help. Distressed homeowners need an advocate like Jerry—who chose to set himself apart from other agents by receiving formal training to help homeowners in financial crisis.
If anyone would like more information about this topic or to schedule a meeting with Jerry Pilgrim, please call Professional Realty Associates at (717) 757-5955 or e-mail their request to JPilgrim@PilgrimTeam.com. www.YorkShortSales.com
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
York Real Estate Market Favors Buyers, Offers Great Deals
York Real Estate Market Favors Buyers, Offers Great Deals
by Kaitlin Kraft
Although 2007 may have been a bumpy road for many markets and real estate agents, the Pilgrim Team of the Professional Realty Associates has had a different experience. With so many hyped-up stories about the lending crisis and the supposed downfall of the real estate market, how does Jerry Pilgrim, broker/owner, remain positive?
“We expect to have a great year in 2008. The PilgrimTeam actually had a positive increase in volume this year, which we’re very pleased about. We expect that trend to continue in the upcoming year, even though volume maybe down with the competition,” says Pilgrim.
Pilgrim continues that not only did his team fare better in 2007 than the competition, but that the York housing market has also been holding stable. “There hasn’t beena drastic price reduction here as there has been in other parts of the country, or even other parts of Pennsylvania. We have experienced only a slight drop, approximately 5 percent, compared to the 30 – 40 percent decrease some other area markets are feeling,” he says.
Pilgrim emphasizes the importance of knowing whento snatch up a good deal, and right now the market is ripe with good deals. “In the current market, buyers are like kids in a candy store—there are a lot of houses to choose from and the options are endless. Interest rates are low again, so that gives buyers opportunities that they haven’t experienced in the past few years,” he says.
“There are a lot of good buys out there, but don’t wait because that may change in the new year.
”Buyers need not be worried about slightly dipping home values either, according to Pilgrim. “Traditionally, home values always go up. The market may have peaks and valleys, but don’t be hesitant to buy. Even if the market drops slightly, history has proven that home values will always trend up,” he explains.
And now, sellers are working harder than ever to attract serious buyers, says Pilgrim. “A year and a half ago, you couldn’t find today’s properties for the current price, location and amenities that are being offered,” he explains. “Savvy sellers are reducing their prices, offering to pay closing costs and making sure their houses are in excellent, move-in-ready condition for buyers.”
Pilgrim adds that with all these buyer perks, 2008 should prove to be the best year yet for motivated buyers.“We pride ourselves in customer service and do everything we can to help buyers find their perfect home,”he says. He and everyone on the Pilgrim Team are always ready to negotiate a lower price for you and have proven their dedication to their clients year after year.
by Kaitlin Kraft
Although 2007 may have been a bumpy road for many markets and real estate agents, the Pilgrim Team of the Professional Realty Associates has had a different experience. With so many hyped-up stories about the lending crisis and the supposed downfall of the real estate market, how does Jerry Pilgrim, broker/owner, remain positive?
“We expect to have a great year in 2008. The PilgrimTeam actually had a positive increase in volume this year, which we’re very pleased about. We expect that trend to continue in the upcoming year, even though volume maybe down with the competition,” says Pilgrim.
Pilgrim continues that not only did his team fare better in 2007 than the competition, but that the York housing market has also been holding stable. “There hasn’t beena drastic price reduction here as there has been in other parts of the country, or even other parts of Pennsylvania. We have experienced only a slight drop, approximately 5 percent, compared to the 30 – 40 percent decrease some other area markets are feeling,” he says.
Pilgrim emphasizes the importance of knowing whento snatch up a good deal, and right now the market is ripe with good deals. “In the current market, buyers are like kids in a candy store—there are a lot of houses to choose from and the options are endless. Interest rates are low again, so that gives buyers opportunities that they haven’t experienced in the past few years,” he says.
“There are a lot of good buys out there, but don’t wait because that may change in the new year.
”Buyers need not be worried about slightly dipping home values either, according to Pilgrim. “Traditionally, home values always go up. The market may have peaks and valleys, but don’t be hesitant to buy. Even if the market drops slightly, history has proven that home values will always trend up,” he explains.
And now, sellers are working harder than ever to attract serious buyers, says Pilgrim. “A year and a half ago, you couldn’t find today’s properties for the current price, location and amenities that are being offered,” he explains. “Savvy sellers are reducing their prices, offering to pay closing costs and making sure their houses are in excellent, move-in-ready condition for buyers.”
Pilgrim adds that with all these buyer perks, 2008 should prove to be the best year yet for motivated buyers.“We pride ourselves in customer service and do everything we can to help buyers find their perfect home,”he says. He and everyone on the Pilgrim Team are always ready to negotiate a lower price for you and have proven their dedication to their clients year after year.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Rocky Ridge Park
My wife and I take our two kids to the Rocky Ridge Park Christmas Light Display every year.
They put on an impressive display of lights. Admission is reasonable and you can take the tour as many times as you want. It is outdoors so dress appropriately. Refreshments are available and bring your camera because Santa is there and the kids can sit on his lap if they wish.
Depending on your pace, the entire display will probably take around 30 minutes to complete.
They put on an impressive display of lights. Admission is reasonable and you can take the tour as many times as you want. It is outdoors so dress appropriately. Refreshments are available and bring your camera because Santa is there and the kids can sit on his lap if they wish.
Depending on your pace, the entire display will probably take around 30 minutes to complete.
Holidays in York PA
The holidays are fast approaching. There are a lot of activities in the York area. A Christmas parade will follow market Street in downtown York. One of the most popular is the Christmas spectacular at Rocky Ridge Park. A short drive away is the Christmas in Hershey at Hershey Park. You can go during the day or night and see the many lights and some of the attractions are open. You can also take the chocolate tour ride. News Years Eve will at the new York Revolution Stadium will usher in the new year with First Night York. More later.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
York Pa area Neighborhoods
Some York PA neighborhoods have seen a lot of growth in the last few years. The upper income neighborhoods to name a few that have done quite well are: Brittany and BrittanyII, Outdoor Country Club, Autumn Wood, Thistle Downs, Country Club Estates, Shadow Brooke, Staffordshire, Hepplewhite Estates and Brownstone Manor loacted North of York. Southwynd in Wyndham Hills, Rosenmiller Farms, Regents Glen CC, Ridgefield, Chestnut Run, Sage Hill, Springwood, Stone Hill, Penn Oaks South, Sentry Woods, Barwood, Lauxmont Farms, Spangler Meadows, Heritage Hills, Deer Chase, Logans Reserve all these are located south and east of York.
Mid-Range Priced neighborhoods include: Ashcombe Farms West, Ashley Farms, Brandywine Crossings, Beckenham, Country Club Manor, Green Ridge, Asbury Pines, Sherman Oaks, Greenwood Estates, Donwood, Aslan Heights, Briar Bend, Quail Heights, Lexington Meadows, Wellington Greens, Tuscany, Avalong Heights just north of York. South of York includes neighborhoods of Haines Acres, Sunset Terrace, Orchard Hills, Chaplewood Estates, Rosebrook, Whisper Run, Taylor Estates, Salem Springs, Chestnut Ridge, Arlington Park, Heather Ridge, Franklin Square, Lake Redman, Blossom Hills, Aspen Meadows, Allyson Crossings, Kendale, Indian Springs Manor, Windsor Crossing, Seneca Ridge, Hillside Heights, Chanceford Crossings, Woodland Springs, Covington Ridge, Brookview Meadow, Bridlewood Farms, Stewartstown Station, Ebaughs Creek, IceHouse Estates, Strawberry Fields, Country Manor, Shawan Overlook, Oakwood Manor, Southern Farms, Forest Lakes and Kohler Estates.
Townhouse communities include the following in Northen York County: Orchard View, Orchard Glen, Peacefields, Buttonwood, Cool Creek Manor, Salem Run, Barwood, Glen Hollow, Wandering Stream, Westview Manor, Stonewood Village, White Oak Manor, Chambers Ridge, Chambers Crossing, Hunt Club, Jackson Heights, Pine Spring Heights, Farm Lane Estates, Colonial Crossings, Wyntre Brooke, Oak Manor, Chapel Hill, Equine Meadows, Royale Manor Estates, Country Ridge, Presidential Heights, Bailey Springs, Freedom Hills.
Mid-Range Priced neighborhoods include: Ashcombe Farms West, Ashley Farms, Brandywine Crossings, Beckenham, Country Club Manor, Green Ridge, Asbury Pines, Sherman Oaks, Greenwood Estates, Donwood, Aslan Heights, Briar Bend, Quail Heights, Lexington Meadows, Wellington Greens, Tuscany, Avalong Heights just north of York. South of York includes neighborhoods of Haines Acres, Sunset Terrace, Orchard Hills, Chaplewood Estates, Rosebrook, Whisper Run, Taylor Estates, Salem Springs, Chestnut Ridge, Arlington Park, Heather Ridge, Franklin Square, Lake Redman, Blossom Hills, Aspen Meadows, Allyson Crossings, Kendale, Indian Springs Manor, Windsor Crossing, Seneca Ridge, Hillside Heights, Chanceford Crossings, Woodland Springs, Covington Ridge, Brookview Meadow, Bridlewood Farms, Stewartstown Station, Ebaughs Creek, IceHouse Estates, Strawberry Fields, Country Manor, Shawan Overlook, Oakwood Manor, Southern Farms, Forest Lakes and Kohler Estates.
Townhouse communities include the following in Northen York County: Orchard View, Orchard Glen, Peacefields, Buttonwood, Cool Creek Manor, Salem Run, Barwood, Glen Hollow, Wandering Stream, Westview Manor, Stonewood Village, White Oak Manor, Chambers Ridge, Chambers Crossing, Hunt Club, Jackson Heights, Pine Spring Heights, Farm Lane Estates, Colonial Crossings, Wyntre Brooke, Oak Manor, Chapel Hill, Equine Meadows, Royale Manor Estates, Country Ridge, Presidential Heights, Bailey Springs, Freedom Hills.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Jerry
It is coming up on Thanksgiving quickly here in York PA. New homes sales and existing home sale inventory continues to rise. Currently there is an avarage of 11 month supply. Big difference from last year at this time! Buyers here in York County seem to be a little reluctant to make a home buying decision. I think that home Sellers are ready and willing to try to negotiate a reasonable house offer with a good solid buyer. (What I mean is that a buyer with good credit and able to close on a house in a short period of time along with a reasonable house inspection.) Sellers of homes in York, Shrewsbury, Stewartstown, New Freedom, Red Lion, Dallastown, Dover or just about anywhere in York County PA are willing to listen to buyers offers.
Mortgage interest rates are low and now is the time to buy!
Mortgage interest rates are low and now is the time to buy!
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Arch Telecom
The Pilgrim Team has recently acquired the newest in customer 24-hour Service Technology. The Pilgrim Team has contracted with Arch Telecom, to provide Interactive 800 Telephone Service for our clients. Everyone will have the oppurtunity to use this toll free number which they have seen on signs, advertisements or on the internet. When you call the the toll free number, you will receive a complete description of the property you are inquiring about and then be given the option of being directly connected to one of our agents. Now that is SERVICE!
Monday, October 08, 2007
York PA Weather! HOT! HOT! HOT!
The weather sure has been warm around here in York County, PA. Seems more like August than October. Maybe we should take time off to go down to the Susquehanna River! It is a good place to visit one of the local parks for boating, fishing, picnicing or just kicking back to relax by the water.
If real estate were like the weather (sometimes I think it is), the housing market is hot like it was, or sometimes it cools off like it has been lately, people just don't know if it is a good time to buy a home. Now has got to be one of the best time in the last few years to jump into the real estate market! Interest rates are still low and there is plenty of inventory to choose from. Even home sellers here in York can take advantage of the housing market. Sure they might sell for less but they can make that up and more by getting a terrific price on a house with a higher value. Seems homes that are priced higher have been taking the biggest price hit here. So take advantage of this great market.
Keeping the weather in mind it is bound to cool off soon. Real Estate is also bound to bounce back sooner rather than later. Take advantage of this housing market while you can!
If real estate were like the weather (sometimes I think it is), the housing market is hot like it was, or sometimes it cools off like it has been lately, people just don't know if it is a good time to buy a home. Now has got to be one of the best time in the last few years to jump into the real estate market! Interest rates are still low and there is plenty of inventory to choose from. Even home sellers here in York can take advantage of the housing market. Sure they might sell for less but they can make that up and more by getting a terrific price on a house with a higher value. Seems homes that are priced higher have been taking the biggest price hit here. So take advantage of this great market.
Keeping the weather in mind it is bound to cool off soon. Real Estate is also bound to bounce back sooner rather than later. Take advantage of this housing market while you can!
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
I'm glad you brought that up Jamie, I get tired of hearing that stuff all over the news.
I did hear a saying, "Real Estate is like the weather, not the same everywhere"
I still think our local market is doing pretty well overall. I think most of the problems are in other areas, but the media gives everyone the idea that there are problems nationwide.
I did hear a saying, "Real Estate is like the weather, not the same everywhere"
I still think our local market is doing pretty well overall. I think most of the problems are in other areas, but the media gives everyone the idea that there are problems nationwide.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
My first Blog ever!!
Well, this is interesting, to able to provide valuable information to customers and friends in a more informal way. It could be fun, I think. I am looking forward to it. Our site is really looking good too. Our Pilgrim Team Truck is just fabulous, everyone loves it. Now I want the same type of advertisement in a new little "smart car" that I saw on TV over the weekend. Hmmm, let's ask Jerry! (Ha Ha)
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