Business owners, property owners, Members of the Chamber of Commerce, Members of the Downtown Millburn Development Alliance, Millburn and Short Hill Residents and local communities are banding together in the hopes of preventing the placement of hideous orange snow fencing from Main St to Lackawanna Ave on the north side of Millburn Ave.

Andrew Morgan from The Millburn Deli , (home of the famous SueAdler.combo, ha ha )has told me that the business at the deli has dropped dramatically since construction has started, and that this will make it worse.

A proposal has been put forth (and/or passed depending on your source) for the placement of fencing along Millburn Ave to prevent pedestrians from crossing between Millburn Avenue, and this is hurting the local businesses. 

 Andrew says, “We believe that a more business friendly and economically superior alternative is to fund a crossing guard for the duration of this bridge project to ensure adequate pedestrian safety. In addition it is our aim to provide a crosswalk near the ‘tinga’ ally to improve the economic plight of those businesses most affected by the bridge construction.

We believe our solution is a win for everyone in the community and not simply a stop-gap problem solver.

NJ top High School rankings 2010 – Our commuter towns of Millburn, New Providence, Chatham, Madison, Livingston , Summit, Berkeley Hts are all top 25!  So if you’re moving from NYC to NJ for an easy commute and great schools, this article is for you!

We all know how important Schools are to our communities and to home values. NJ Monthly analyzes  data on NJ’s High Schools and summarizes the results. The Top High Schools list is based on data reported by the schools to the Department of Education for the 2008-2009 school year.

 NJ MONTHLY’S ENTIRE ARTICLE

Click on the links below to read NJ Monthly’s  Top High Schools rankings in the categories listed:

Full 2010 Top High Schools rankings (pdf)

2010 Top High School rankings (alphabetical)

2010 Top High School rankings (by county)

Inventory low, demand still high in trainline towns

Experts are reporting that rates are the lowest since 1956. Buying, selling or refinancing, that’s all everyone’s talking about! As a buyer’s agent , I watch the rates on a weekly basis and follow the flow of the Short Hills, Summit, Maplewood market for my clients. Bankrate.com also found record lows for the average 15-year fixed mortgage (4.18 percent) and the 30-year jumbo fixed loan (5.43 percent). The rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage this week was tied with the record established two weeks ago, the online aggregator of financial rate information reported. There is no question that if you were just looking at these numbers, it is a great time to buy.

The issue  for our buyers: Low Inventory

While the rest of the country and most of New Jersey is seeing an overflow of inventory, we along the Midtown Direct Train Line, have been spared in certain price points. As Jeffrey Otteau explains, a 10:1 ratio would indicate there to be 10 sellers for every 1 home thus leading to the oversupply. Conversely, a ratio of 1:1 would indicate a buyer for every home on the market thus indicating strong market demand. The difference we have here in the towns of Millburn, Short Hills, Maplewood, Summit, and Chatham is that we are still in that precious bubble of 20-50 minutes to NYC with top notch free schools. Each of us on the Sue Adler Team have motivated buyers who have been waiting for their dream home to come on the market here (some for years).

The solution for our buyers: We have always had a Home Matchmaking Section , where buyers place ads to find a home on our website, but we’re now taking it to the next level. We are actively marketing for homes for our motivated buyers by sending out personal letters to home owners in the neighborhoods  they like… and it’s working!

If you’re a buyer interested in hearing more, call me. Robin Benjamin, Sue Adler Team (973)202-7270  Robin@SueAdler.com

And if you’re a homeowner who’s home could be a match for one of our buyers, call Sue Adler (973)464-9129  vip@sueadler.com

The Sue Adler Team is the #1 Keller Williams Team in NJ 2005-Present.

Morristown National Historical Park   A great day trip for the History buff! Washington’s Headquarters with the Ford Mansion and Headquarters Museum, the Fort Nonsense Unit, and the New Jersey Brigade Area and the Jockey Hollow Unit including the Wick house , five reconstructed soldier huts, and approximately 27 miles of walking trails.

The Montclair Art Museum Montclair, NJ

The Laboratory and home of Thomas Edison West Orange, NJ

The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge   Bike, Hike and enjoy nature all just a short drive from home.

Freylinghuysen Arboretum Located in Morristown, NJ Offering programs for the aspiring chef, historical exhibits and  many children’s programs including Friday night Family Movies, and “Fairy Day” 

The Papermill Playhouse Millburn, NJ. Love musical theatre, but dont’ have the time or the money for a trip to the city to catch  a Broadway production.  The Papermill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ will not disappoint.  You may need to make this a fall outing as the theatre has a limited schedule during the summer months. 

Madison Boro, NJ Down town Summer concert series  Dates: July 23, Aug 6, 20, Sept 3, 17, Oct 1
Time:6 PM – 8 PM Admission:FREE!
Bring a blanket or chair for a free outdoor music concert on the lawn of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts every other Friday.

As we have all seen over the past few weeks the market seems to be slowing down a bit but inventory is leveling off.  It will be interesting to see what the third quarter numbers bring as buyers rush to complete their home purchases before school starts.

To view more charts and specific homes sales for Millburn/Short Hills Click Here

Millburn-Short Hills, NJ —No matter how you slice it, few things in life are better than a great sandwich. On April 1, 2010, The Millburn Deli will launch its latest taste sensation: The SueAdler.Combo, with $1 from each purchase going to beef up the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad.Here is the article found in the Item of Millburn-Short Hills and NorthJersey.com 

  My yummy signature sandwich, the Sue Adler.Combo, will feature grilled chicken, fresh Mozzarella cheese, ripe avocados, fire-roasted tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tender baby greens, a drizzle of Balsamic Vinegar, and a hint of pesto, served fresh on thinly-sliced whole-grain bread. The scrumptious sandwich will appear in the showcase of the Millburn Deli for 6 months. I won the opportunity to have my name immortalized in the annals of sandwichdom ( ha ha)  during a charity auction at the Newcomers/Encore Club of Millburn-Short Hills’ Winter Gala. It’s so cool to be able to give back to my community in a way that’s so much fun! What better way could there be to show your appreciation than by filling bellies and helping out a great organization, like the Millburn-Short Hills First Aid Squad, in the process?

 The Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad, which will receive $1 from the purchase of each  Sue Adler.Combo, has been serving its community since 1958 and provides emergency first aid and service to the Township of Millburn and neighboring communities without regard to sex, race, color or creed. The Squad is operated wholly by volunteers and is funded entirely by private contributions.

So gather your friends and family, and come on out and try my sandwich and support our local First Aid Squad in the process!

http://tr.im/NwwE   Our local NJ schools continue to be strongly ranked - Millburn, Livingston, Chatham, Madison, Summit, Berkeley Heights, New Providence and others are among the top ranked New Jersey public  schools.   So listen up all you suburbia-phobic New Yorkers – come in for the town tours, and visit our great schools….. OK, ”free” may be arguable since you’re paying for it in your taxes,  however, it’s still less expensive than New York private schools, and only a 25 to 45 minute direct train into midtown Manhattan.

Well, I  put in a bid. A few hours later I noticed that I was outbid and the auction was nearing the end, so I stood by the table, feeling really competitive ( I cant help it, I’m just that way when I really want something) and made sure my bid was the highest.  So, yes, YAY, I won my own signature sandwich!!!! So here’s where I need your help.

What should I name my Millburn Deli sandwich? And what should be IN this signature sandwich?

At first I thought “The Sassy Sue Adler” – roast beef with melted provolone with sassy horseradish sauce. But it’s too much like another griller they have.

Then in the middle of the night I thought…. how bout “The SueAdler.combo”? ( SueAdler DOT combo -  Get it? ) But what to put in the combo?  Between appointments today I built my ideal sandwich in my mind… Turkey, avocado, sun dried tomatos, cucumbers, and goat cheese on a whole grain roll or a whole grain something or other. 

Please be creative and share your ideas and do NOT be shy. And if you had to name your own deli signature sandwich, what would you name it and what would you put in it? Feel free to share your ideas here or on my facebook page:  http://www.facebook.com/sueadlerteam .   And if I like your idea better than mine, I’ll buy you deli sandwich!

Yours to count on,

Sue

Considering a move to Millburn/ Short Hills ? Sue Adler and local residents take you on a video tour of  Milburn and Short Hlls neighborhoods, including the Glenwood, South Mountain, Wyoming, Old Short Hills, Hartshorn, and Deerfield Sections. You’ll see Millburn’s Blue Ribbon Schools, Downtown Millburn Ave boutique shops and restaurants, Taylor Park, Paper Mill Playhouse, etc… and hear from local residents about what it’s like to live here.

Not only is Millburn/Short Hills one of the Midtown Direct  Trainline Towns and an easy commute to New York City, but the  Millburn School District is known as one of the top school districts in the country. It is always winning awards for its academic excellence. Click Here for a free school report

Millburn and Short Hills also boast some of the best shopping outside of Manhattan, whether you are looking for designer labels, household goods or farm fresh produce.  Downtown Millburn retains its old-style feel with a good selection of small shops – many of them family-owned, or check out Short Hills Mall is where New Yorkers in the know come to avoid the city crush. 160 upscale stores selling luxury brands, Short Hills Mall is top of the shopping destination lists.

There are some fabulous restaurants, bars and cafes in Millburn and Short Hills that you won’t need to leave town to find what you’re looking for. Two of our favorites for meeting friends are Basilico and Martini’s Bar and Bistro. Plus, you can’t talk about downtown Millburn without Mentioning the Millburn Deli!

If live theatre is your thing the Paper Mill Playhouse on Brookside Drive in Millburn, is one of the most highly-acclaimed non-profit regional theatres in the country.

Newcomers to Millburn and Short Hills often comment on the remarkable lush open spaces we enjoy here. When you hike through the South Mountain Reservation or relax in one of our beautiful parks it is easy to forget that the chaotic streets of NYC are only 15 miles away as the crow flies!

 To read more about what Millburn/Short Hills has to offer CLICK HERE.

This past Wednesday  I held my 4th annual Client Mix and Mingle Party, which I hold every year so that my clients who have just moved to the area can meet new friends.  Thanks to  the 60 people who attended!   Pictures are up on  facebook   http://www.facebook.com/sueadler  so feel free to check them out!

I’m really grateful for the friends I’ve made through my business and I probably don’t express that enough.  

  Referrals from my clients  now account for 70% of my business and my team is currently #2 in the entire MLS YTD for dollar volume production, and #1 in the midtown direct towns for units! THANK YOU!! 
So…since I do so much relocation, I’ve got this great idea for relocation buyers that I’m finally putting into action. Could use your input…..  I’ve hired a professional videographer to shoot town videos of Millburn, Short Hills, Maplewood, South Orange, Summit, Livingston and Chatham.
I’ve hired a radio host to interview locals and capture your stories about living here on video ( he’s very conversational and puts people at ease right away! ) We’re also interviewing shop and restaurant owners and filming homes that would be typical for the community.  
The goal is to really create a true sense of what is like to live in our towns. If you’re interested in sharing your stories about living here ,  can recommend shop or restaurant owners we should interview, or even just have recommendations on hot spots you feel we must capture, please either post it in comments or email to me at  vip@sueadler.com . We’re shooting Tues and Wed  8/11-12 if we have sunny skies.
 
Thanks so much!

 Sue Adler & Team