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How to Start Fresh for the New Year in Your Delaware or Pennsylvania Kitchen

Thursday, December 19, 2019
by Katina Geralis

As they say, the kitchen is the heart of the home— but it's also the place that can become the messiest! With the new year just days away, Delaware and Pennsylvania residents are preparing for a fresh start and what better spot than in this busy area of your home?

Follow these easy tips for creating a clean slate in your kitchen just in time for 2020:

Clean out the cabinets
First, start by removing any odds and ends that belong in other places of your Delaware or Pennsylvania home— mail, books, electronics. Next, empty every cabinet, drawer and shelf, clearing out any broken or rarely used pieces to make more room for the others. Tackle the pantry and toss out any expired items or anything you're trying to steer clear of in the new year ahead.

Clean off all of the shelves, the inside of drawers and cabinets and begin to place the items back inside. Just make sure the items you use most often or those close to expiring are well within your reach!

Clear away grease and grime
A well-used kitchen can be quite messy, so it's time to give everything a good cleaning! Remove all oven knobs, drawer pulls and appliance handles and soak them in a soap and water mixture. While they are soaking, wipe down every surface with a kitchen degreaser, including tile grout and backsplashes. 

Be sure to dust spice racks, pot hangers, light fixtures and clocks that may be high enough to forget about!

Mind the appliances
Two of the most frequently used items in your kitchen are likely the oven and the refrigerator and they can quickly build up residue and grease if not cleaned often. Treat these just as you did the cabinets earlier— pull everything out, toss out expired or old items, soak racks and shelves and wipe down with a degreaser or specific appliance cleaner. 

Soak the burners if possible and clean any fallen food that may have collected underneath. Before you put everything back together, make it a point to dust coils and fans behind the appliances.

As always, if you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Delaware or Pennsylvania, do not hesitate to reach out!

We wish you a happy and safe new year!

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3 Reasons to Buy a Home in Delaware or Pennsylvania in 2018

Thursday, January 4, 2018
by Katina Geralis

If you've been dreaming about a fresh start in Delaware or Pennsylvania and have started browsing homes for sale in Greater Wilmington, Newark, Chester County or Delaware County PA, you'll be glad to know you are on the right track! 2018 is shaping up to be a great year to purchase a home in our area for a variety of reasons, from rate hikes to inventory levels, and I've listed a few of them for you below!

Rates are rising
In order to avoid paying more down the road for a home in Delaware or Pennsylvania, you will want to make your purchase in the beginning of the new year ahead. Interest rates are expected to continue rising (no more 3% rates!) over the next 11 months, at least two to four more times. In fact, buyers can expect 5 percent interest rates by the end of the year. 

Prices are rising
Just as I mentioned above, you could end up spending more for the same property if you wait to buy later in the year as home prices are also expected to increase. And while these have been rising rapidly over the past few months, 2018 will begin to moderate that pace. Home prices will indeed continue to rise, but not quite as quickly as they have been. However, that doesn't mean you should delay! Purchasing a home in 2018 is a wise move and will allow you to save as you watch numbers tick upward.

Inventory is rising
This is a good sign for the local real estate market as inventory levels have been on the low side for the last year. More homes will return to the market, with the majority of the recovery being in the middle to upper price ranges, which means you will have much more to choose from as you begin your home search in Delaware and Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Start the new year in a new home in Wilmington, Newark, Chester County or Delaware County PA— the Kat Geralis Home Team is here to help! Give us a call today for a list of available properties in the area or for more information about buying a home. We even offer FREE first-time homebuyer seminars!

Looking forward to hearing from you in the new year!

Katina Geralis
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What To Do This January in Wilmington Delaware

Thursday, January 7, 2016
by Katina Geralis

The new year is here and it's time to kick those winter blues that may be starting to drift in after the busy holiday season! But lucky for you, the Greater Wilmington area has many fun events and activities to take advantage of this month that will keep them out of sight.

The KG Home Team is happy to share just a few of the many ways you can get out and explore Wilmington and Newark DE in January— Be sure to add the following to your calendar:

Riverfront Ice Skating
When: Through February 28, 2016
Times: Monday through Thursday 4 PM to 9 PM, Friday 4 PM to 10 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM and Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM
Where: Riverfront Wilmington, Wilmington DE

Don't let the colder temperatures keep you inside when you can enjoy the beautiful Wilmington Riverfront during the winter months! The Horizon Riverfront Rink is sponsored by local businesses and through the end of February, offers a fun activity the whole family can enjoy! The rink can be found in the Justison Landing Green at 308 Justison Landing. Skate rental is $3 per pair and admission is $5 for children 12 and under, $8 for ages 13 and up.

​Band of the Royal Marines
When: January 13, 2016; 8 PM
Where: Grand Opera House, Wilmington DE

The Royal Marines Band, wearing their iconic white helmets, presents some of the most memorable drills, music and visual performances you will ever see. The band will perform classics, Big Band, contemporary pieces and even solo numbers in this January event (their first US tour ever!) at the Grand Opera House. You won't want to miss this as the Royal Marines Band is one of the most versatile and skilled ensembles in military music!

2016 Wilmington Coin Show
When: January 14 through 16, 2016; 10 AM to 6 PM
Where: Nur Shrine Temple, New Castle DE

There is free admission to the 2016 Wilmington Coin Show where over 50 dealers will display US, world, ancient, currency, tokens, medals and more!

Downtown Newark Restaurant Week
When: January 18 through 24, 2016
Where: Downtown Newark, Newark DE

A great opportunity to explore not only Newark, but the local restaurant scene! Participating locations will offer two and three course prix menus for both lunch and dinner, ranging in price from $10 two-course lunches to $28 three-course dinners.

Delaware Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series
When: January 26, 2016; 8 PM
Where: Hotel DuPont, Wilmington DE

Enjoy a night surrounded by the sounds of Beethoven, Mozart and Schoenberg as performed by the Delaware Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Amado.

We hope you are enjoying your start to 2016 and as always, feel free to reach out with any questions about the Wilmington area real estate market, buying a home or selling your current property!

We can help you make this your best year yet by settling into a fresh, new space. We even offer FREE First Time Homebuyer Seminars!

Katina Geralis
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