The new home community you love may be almost sold out, so consider your options carefully

Not quite ready to make your move but see that your dream community is nearly sold out? Here are some things you should consider when it comes to a new home purchase that may happen earlier than you [...]

Getting From Pending to Sold: Understanding the contingencies that may affect the sale of your home

Selling a home can be overwhelming. But it can become even more complicated and expensive if you think your home is sold but then it falls through. If you're thinking about selling your home, find out what you can do to keep your sale from [...]

What are the important factors for selecting the right listing agent to sell your home?

When you are ready to sell your home, it is best to get in touch with a local expert who knows your neighborhood and local area well. Broker/Owner Kathy Sperl-Bell explains what makes a great listing agent and how to find the right real estate agent to [...]

The time is now to get in on the latest Delaware New Home Communities

Wherever you go in many parts of Delaware, youll see signs of new home communities with heavy equipment moving dirt. Drive back in a few weeks, and model homes are dotting the landscape but so often they all look alike. As REALTORS, we always take note of these new [...]

Don't let information overload harm your ability to make good decisions and be careful about where you look online!

Active Adults Realty Broker/Owner Kathy Sperl-Bell discusses the best sources of information when buying a home and how you can avoid information overload.

Help! I have information overload. Hi, this is Kathy Sperl-Bell at [...]

Delaware being one of the most tax-friendly states is great news for retirees looking to make their home here!

Going back to January 2009, when I wrote Low Taxes not enough to move to Delaware, followed in September 2011, by Delaware more than lower taxes, I have always tried to provide information on Delaware taxes in context. Given our [...]

When is the right time to plan for retirement? It's never too early to start planning for your future!

Planning for your future is essential to ensuring a happy existence in your home for retirement.

Is it too early to begin planning for retirement?

Hi, it's Kathy Sperl-Bell at Active Adults Realty in Delaware. I'm a planner, I don't think [...]

Age-targeted community living appeals to those wanting an active adult lifestyle without the restrictions of an age-restricted community.

Active Adult Communities are developed for a diverse range of ages, amenities, and lifestyles. These communities may be distinguished as:

Age-Targeted Communities defined as open to those of any age with [...]

Annual Property Review: The proactive way to maintain your home and budget for large home expenses

Broker/Owner Kathy Sperl-Bell welcomes her friend Robert Axselle of AmeriSpec Inspection Services to discuss the proactive way to maintain your home, and be on top of possible home repairs needed and other issues: the Annual Property [...]

Following the $11 million state-invested modernized improvements and renovations to Delaware State Parks, RV and tent campers are turning out in higher numbers year-round.

So where do visiting guests stay when they travel by RV or are seeking alternate lodging options? At one of Delawares picturesque state parks. For those loving the [...]