McCann Realtors is pleased to once again participate in the New Jersey state-wide Open House Weekend. The event is running Saturday, April 20  from 10 am to 3 pm and Sunday, April 21, 2013 from 11 am to 2 pm.

Now is a great time to stop paying rent and buy a dream vacation home or investment property! Take advantage of low interest rates and great prices. Don't wait! Stop by to begin your journey to home ownership at the beach! They are all great vacation rentals or relaxing get-aways - or both!

The following South Jersey vacation properties will be open for you to view:



Beaches Condominimums
1401 Ocean Avenue, Ocean City
Unit 207 - $299,900
Unit 211 - $299,000
Unit 212 - $279,000
Great get-aways! Enjoy the famous Ocean City Boardwalk and beautiful and pristine beaches of Ocean City right at your front door! One bedroom units in the heart of town have balconies with beach and ocean views, elevator, pool and off-street parking. The units have great rental histories so you can choose to enjoy the return on investment or just enjoy yourself!



Dolphin Condominimums
300 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City
Unit 11 - $394,500
Magnificent penthouse condo with amazing 360 degree views of the fabulous Atlantic Ocean and sourrounding wetlands! This is a must see property located on a beautiful stretch of land connecting Ocean City and Sea Isle City. Enjoy the laid-back beach life with the beach just steps from your door yet you still can enjoy all the amentites of two wonderful beach towns - boardwalks, amusements, dining and shopping is just minutes in either direction! The property features three bedrooms, off-street parking and a pool.

For more information please visit www.mccannrealtors.com or call our office at 609-398-1776 to speak to one of our experienced, knowledgable agents.

The seaside resort town of Ocean City, New Jersey, is famous for its beaches, the boardwalk, and the large number of activities that tourists can indulge in when they are here. We have a large assortment of Ocean City NJ vacation rentals for you to select from to encourage the utmost relaxation on your vacation.

In addition to the obvious pastimes like playing in the surf, you can also try your hand at parasailing, rent some kayaks, find out how exciting jet skiing can be, or go fishing in chartered boats, and take speed boats rides. One of the interesting low-key and relaxing activities that is very popular here is renting a surrey or a bicycle with which to explore the local area. The Ocean City boardwalk has designated lanes for bicycles, surreys, and pedestrians. The boardwalk also has a water park, theme parks, and many specialty shopping options.

People usually spend a fair deal of time staying in their Ocean City NJ vacation rentals. It’s perfect here for a long vacation and the wildlife and the scenery of the island attract quite a number of tourists. If you are interested in relaxing and you love nature, it will be a treat watching the seals, dolphins, and whales along with many different types of birds. Species like northern diamondback terrapins, piper plovers, and black skimmers are protected in the Cape May Coastal Wetlands Wildlife Area, Howard Stainton Wildlife Refuge, Corson's Inlet State Park, Great Egg Harbor, and Peck Bay.

Some events in the area within walking distance to many Ocean City NJ vacation rentals that you won’t want to miss are – the Ocean City Boardwalk Festival being held October 7 from 7-11 p.m. This is a fee festival held on October 7th. Country Round Up at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk 7:00 p.m. Opening Jam, 8:00 p.m. Headliner. www.bubbamac.com.

Also worthy of mention is the Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular on Saturday, Oct. 8th from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. located from 5th to 14th Street on Asbury Ave. There will be over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, there’s family night entertainment on the boardwalk with fireworks beginning at 9:30 pm.

Situated on a barrier island in Cape May County, the southernmost county of New Jersey, Sea Isle City boasts relatively mild winters and beautiful surroundings. There are approximately 3,000 year-round residents here, providing a small-town feel – an ideal place to escape to from the city and relax. Most of the Sea Isle City NJ real estate available consists of vacation rentals and private vacation homes. While it is best known as a summer beach hotspot, the town is starting to be recognized as a peaceful winter getaway, and offers many spring and fall local activities.

The real estate market is still depressed but it is ever so slowly improving. It continues to be a buyer's market throughout the country and will likely remain that way for a while longer. Sea Isle City NJ real estate is no exception to this.

With close to historical lows on mortgage rates and property values that haven’t been heard of since 2003, this is an ideal time to purchase vacation rental properties or second homes.

Just as the Jersey Shore's reputation for being a desirable vacation destination has increased over the last decade, so did its reputation for real estate. While Sea Isle City NJ real estate certainly reflected the housing market collapse, it was protected somewhat from the economic problems that much of the country faced. While the town still has a thriving tourist industry, rental properties are available for purchase far less expensively than they have been in the past.

Anyone trying to find a great deal on Ocean City NJ real estate should consider real estate foreclosures. These remarkable properties are available all over the state and come in a variety of styles and price ranges. You'll be able to find everything from apartments, condos, houses and even commercial properties through area foreclosure listings.

This foreclosed upon Ocean City NJ real estate becomes available after a homeowner defaults on their mortgage loan. In order to retrieve the amount lost on the loan, the lender will seek to repossess and sell the property, using the proceeds to cover the outstanding debt. Since the lender only needs to collect a portion of the full loan value in order to cover the remaining debt owed, they often allow for properties at auction to be undersold. By attending public sales, homebuyers and investors can often find incredible discounts ranging anywhere from 10 to 50% off the market value of a property.

Foreclosure investing in Ocean City NJ real estate is an incredible opportunity, as it affords you the opportunity to initially save money, then increases your chances for a profit when you sell the property. Buying below market value means being able to turn around and sell your property for a profit.

New Jersey is one of the most populated and desirable states in the country, as it provides a great place to live for families, professionals and those seeking a great vacation spot along the shore. When you’re looking for foreclosure listings consider a new house, vacation home or investment property in Ocean City and the surrounding areas.

New Jersey Real Estate, like everywhere else in the country, is in the middle transitioning, with property sales and markets changing and fluctuating daily. New Jersey Real Estate is an ideal destination for buyers at a time when homes for sale are at record low prices.

The longer a home sits on the market the more motivated the seller usually is. This gives a buyer the upper hand in a market that already favors them to begin with, creating the perfect foundation for a favorable buyer negotiation. This is no different for New Jersey Real Estate, a housing market that is filled with motivated sellers, as a result of the financial recession.

Motivated sellers, in the current market, aren't hard to come by. The difficult 'fine line' that is presented by the slump in New Jersey Real Estate prices is the already low value of homes. Take the time to find homeowners that are highly motivated to sell — it gives you leverage when the time comes to barter with the seller and their listing agent. The key is to have as much negotiation leverage as you can.

If you have been pre-approved by a lender and you make an offer on a property, the likelihood is that the property will close quicker. If you have a steady income, and reasonably high credit score, getting pre-approved might be easier than you think and will give you a distinct advantage when you come to negotiate the sale. You will be in an even better position to negotiate if you are a cash buyer. A quick and painless closing is more likely since there is no bank approval or third party mortgage company to delay the transaction. Cash will motivate your seller, and make for a quick sale.

Negotiating on the price and terms of the New Jersey Real Estate sale is a sure fire way to get the best deal, and in the current real estate market, with motivated home owners who are eager to sell, careful negotiation might make a significant difference in the price you will pay for the property you want.

A popular choice among vacation travelers is Sea Isle City, New Jersey. There is plenty to see and do in this small seashore town, which has been voted one of the best beaches for vacations on the eastern seaboard.

Sea Isle City provides a perfect destination for anyone looking for a great beach vacation on the East Coast and we have plenty of New Jersey Rentals here. There are a variety of annual events and unique activities that are planned specifically for tourists and visitors to the area. The attractions and activities are sure to offer something for everyone.

This city is an angler’s paradise, attracting many fishermen to the area each year. Fluke and bluefish fishing is a popular draw. Some vessels leave from Sea Isle for overnight or multiple-day big game fishing trips on the Atlantic Shelf. Excellent recreational fishing as well as sunset boat charters are readily available from both Sea Isle City and nearby Ocean City.

The summer months are the most popular for tourists in this beachfront city, but this isn't the only season when the town is enjoyable. There are New Jersey Rentals available year-round and tourists can visit many of the shops, restaurants, and other sights on the boardwalk and promenade, where there is a variety of local stores and cuisine that is sure to please just about anyone. In February, the city is also host to the infamous Polar Bear Plunge. If you’re planning on coming for the event give us a call early to make your reservation on one of our New Jersey Rentals.

August is one of the most popular months for tourism on the New Jersey seaboard. In August, the city features movie nights, flea markets, family night dance parties every week, and a continued abundance of live music events.

Fall brings plenty to do as well, with the Irish Festival and sand sculpting activities in September. October in Sea Isle City features Harborfest, various fundraisers and charity events, the Italian Festival and a surfing competition that is held annually.

We still have plenty of Jersey Shore Vacation Rentals for your summer vacation. This beauty is a 1st floor rental sitting oceanfront in Ocean City. It sleeps 10 with its 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Amenities include internet access, outside shower, equipped deck, washer/dryer, equipped kitchen and more! Not to mention the Atlantic Ocean outside your door!

From beach front, to bay views and everywhere in between, with a large selection of inventory in every size and price range, we are uniquely positioned to meet your needs for Jersey Shore Vacation Rentals. Give us a call today.

If you consider the best time to sell a home many would say it is between May-September. That time period is when families with children want to purchase a home and get settled in before the school season begins again in the Fall. We have much Ocean City NJ real estate that is ideal for that situation because it's vacant and ready to move into.

Looking to purchase a home? We have Ocean City NJ real estate that we can get you into before summer's end. Wanting to sell your home? There's still time to get your home on the market and sell before the end of summer. We can help you with all the details of that and we'll market your home in a way that will get results.

Vacation Rentals at the Beach are Going Quick!

Call the McCann Team Today!!
Ocean City, NJ 609-398-1776 / 1-888-507-2437
Sea Isle City, NJ 609-263-7422 / 1800-692-1130 

As Reported by Fox Philly...

Summer Shore Rentals On The Rise

As Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of the summer season, approaches, most people have their eyes on a Jersey Shore vacation, and some are saying vacation rentals are on the rise.

In Ocean City, N.J., rentals are already up from last summer. Real estate specialists on the shore say that it might actually be difficult to find an available rental property this late in the season if you haven’t already started looking.

From the Record:

Shore tourism outlook is bright

The summer forecast is bright for Shore travel, which accounts for about two-thirds of the state’s $39 billion tourism industry.

An improving economy, along with vacationers’ desire to stay close to home in the face of high gasoline prices, will boost Shore visits this summer, according to a recent “shorecast” panel at Richard Stockton College in Atlantic County.

Tourism officials are already seeing signs of growth.

“Parking revenues, rentals, hotel accommodations and beach tag sales — all strong indicators of what kind of season we expect to have — are way ahead of last year’s pace,” Michele Gillian, executive director of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, said at the panel discussion. And last year was pretty strong, thanks to hot, dry weather.

In interviews, tourism officials said that website visits and requests for travel brochures are up significantly over last year. Diane Wieland, director of the Cape May County Department of Tourism, has seen an increase in vacation home rentals and hotel reservations in the southern Shore towns.

While the Shore draws most heavily from New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, tourism departments have increased their marketing in Quebec. The Canadian dollar is worth slightly more than the American dollar, making U.S. vacations more affordable for Canadians.

“There are an estimated half-million Canadians who travel to New Jersey each year,” Wieland said.

Lori Pepenella, a marketing executive at the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce, said that weekend and day visits to Long Beach Island are already running ahead of last year.
…
But economic stresses continue to force visitors to economize where they can. Tourism officials say visitors are choosing shorter stays — day trips or weekend getaways — and asking about lodging that includes kitchenettes, so they can avoid spending on restaurant meals. That trend has been in place since the recession began in late 2007.