JANUARY 2023 - BUCKS COUNTY REAL PRODUCERS MAGAZINE

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Bucks County Real Producers

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OPUS ELITE REAL ESTATE

OPUS ELITE REAL ESTATE

Buying or Selling a house, Call Ken Prause! REALTOR® and investor Ken Prause enjoys healthy competition on the basketball court or in the o ce. He is proud to be an independent agent with Opus Elite Real Estate and loves being part of the “Ballers of Bucks County” — an informal, multi-brokerage group of agents who share tips and cheer each other’s successes. Ken is a no-excuse type of guy who works hard to bring goals to life. He does what he loves and loves what he does.

Buying or Selling a house, Call Ken Prause! REALTOR® and investor Ken Prause enjoys healthy competition on the basketball court or in the o ce. He is proud to be an independent agent with Opus Elite Real Estate and loves being part of the “Ballers of Bucks County” — an informal, multi-brokerage group of agents who share tips and cheer each other’s successes. Ken is a no-excuse type of guy who works hard to bring goals to life. He does what he loves and loves what he does.

No Excuses

No Excuses

Ken was raised to work hard, keep his word and care about people. He has had at least one job, and sometimes two, ever since he was a teenager. He learned invaluable lessons about entrepreneurship, reliability, service, leadership and teamwork while mowing lawns, cleaning up after dogs and serving in managerial positions in retail and food service.

Wanting to finish what he started and improve on himself, Ken enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Management program at the University of Phoenix in 2014. He was a straight-A student. Ken continued working his billboard job full time and helped Lauren take care of their daughters, who were ages 3 and newborn.

Wanting to finish what he started and improve on himself, Ken enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Management program at the University of Phoenix in 2014. He was a straight-A student. Ken continued working his billboard job full time and helped Lauren care of their daughters, who were ages 3 and newborn.

“I have had the opportunity to work with great managers and leaders that have helped develop my highly motivated drive,” Ken reflected. “I started at the lowest positions within each job, then proved myself and advanced at every opportunity. My goal is to utilize my degree and experience in business management to increase my skill in serving and leading others.”

Ken was raised to work hard, keep his word and care about people. He has had at least one job, and sometimes two, ever since he was a teenager. He learned invaluable lessons about entrepreneurship, reliability, service, leadership and teamwork while mowing lawns, cleaning up after dogs and serving in managerial positions in retail and food service.

He enjoyed competitive sports, and his height gave him an advantage when playing basketball. After graduating from high school, Ken attended Neumann University’s Business Administration and Management program for a year, then transferred to Bucks County Community College, where he continued his business studies and played basketball.

“I have had the opportunity to work with great managers and leaders that have helped develop my highly motivated drive,” Ken reflected. “I started at the lowest positions within each job, then proved myself and advanced at every opportunity. My goal is to utilize my degree and experience in business management to increase my skill in serving and leading others.”

REAL Life

He enjoyed competitive sports, and his height gave him an advantage when playing basketball. After graduating from high school, Ken attended Neumann University’s Business Administration and Management program for a year, then transferred to Bucks County Community College, where he continued his business studies and played basketball.

In the spring of 2007, Ken accepted a position installing and maintaining billboards. Although he didn’t get to interact with people as much as he wanted to, the job itself was interesting and he was able to pick up extra hours.

REAL Life

Armed with great knowledge and “extra” time after graduating in 2015, Ken took on a second job rehabbing homes in the evening and on weekends. The experience inspired him to pay attention to the real estate market. He also started following some of the top REALTORS® in the area, including Mike Fitzpatrick.

In the spring of 2007, Ken accepted a position installing and maintaining billboards. Although he didn’t get to interact with people as much as he wanted to, the job itself was interesting and he was able to pick up extra hours.

In May of 2008, Ken and Lauren had a beautiful wedding in Cancun and started their life adventure together. Two years later, their first daughter was born.

In May of 2008, Ken and Lauren had a beautiful wedding in Cancun and started their life adventure together. Two years later, their first daughter was born.

Armed with great knowledge and “extra” time after graduating in 2015, Ken took on a second job rehabbing homes in the evening and on weekends. The experience inspired him to pay attention to the real estate market. He also started following some of the top REALTORS® in the area, including Mike Fitzpatrick.

Mike was intentional about answering Ken’s questions. The two developed a friendship, and in 2017 Mike encouraged Ken to invest in his future by taking the courses and becoming a licensed REALTOR®. After Ken earned his license in October, Mike asked Ken to join his team for at least one year.

Mike was intentional about answering Ken’s questions. The two developed a friendship, and in 2017 Mike encouraged Ken to invest in his future by taking the courses and becoming a licensed REALTOR®. After Ken earned his license in October, Mike asked Ken to join his team for at least one year.

During his first six months, Ken learned principles and tactics but was unable to sell anything. He

During his first six months, Ken learned principles and tactics but was unable to sell anything. He

provided for his family with the income from his billboard job but was discouraged. Then Ken fell through a billboard and injured his leg.

provided for his family with the income from his billboard job but was discouraged. Then Ken fell through a billboard and injured his leg.

“I was out of billboard work for 90 days while I healed,” recalled Ken, “and I got to experience a whole new side of life. Instead of rushing o to work in the morning and coming home late at night, I was actually present. I got to have breakfast with Lauren and the girls before they went to school and spend time with them when they came home. It changed my perspective on life.”

hit. However, life didn’t stop. People still needed to buy and sell, and Ken was right there to help! He sold almost 30 houses his third year.

“I was out of billboard work for 90 days while I healed,” recalled Ken, “and I got to experience a whole new side of life. Instead of rushing o to work in the morning and coming home late at night, I was actually present. I got to have breakfast with Lauren and the girls before they went to school and spend time with them when they came home. It changed my perspective on life.”

Ken’s injury made it hard for him to drive, so Lauren chau eured him to appointments with clients. In his second six months as a REALTOR®, he sold 14 houses! He was awarded Rookie of the Year by the KW Brokerage.

hit. However, life didn’t stop. People still needed to buy and sell, and Ken was right there to help! He sold almost 30 houses his third year.

By 2020, Ken had been working in the billboard industry for almost 15 years. He had thought about focusing on real estate full time, but always talked himself out of it. However, when he and other billboard technicians were furloughed in 2020, Ken became a full-time REALTOR®.

By 2020, Ken had been working in the billboard industry for almost 15 years. He had thought about focusing on real estate full time, but always talked himself out of it. However, when he and other billboard technicians were furloughed in 2020, Ken became a full-time REALTOR®.

Solo Agent

Ken’s injury made it hard for him to drive, so Lauren chau eured him to appointments with clients. In his second six months as a REALTOR®, he sold 14 houses! He was awarded Rookie of the Year by the KW Brokerage.

The second year he sold 21 houses and helped coach new agents on Mike’s team. Then COVID-19

The second year he sold 21 houses and helped coach new agents on Mike’s team. Then COVID-19

Solo Agent

Ken, who is licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, continued to be a no-excuse guy. He accomplished di cult things while caring for his family, impacting his community, coaching agents and serving on the KW Agent Leadership Council.

Ken, who is licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, continued to be a no-excuse guy. He accomplished di cult things while caring for his family, impacting his community, coaching agents and serving on the KW Agent Leadership Council.

In 2021 Ken completed 43 transactions himself, which was over half of the total transactions of the team he was with. Ken started toying with the idea of stepping out as a solo agent.

In 2021 Ken completed 43 transactions himself, which was over half of the total transactions of the team he was with. Ken started toying with the idea of stepping out as a solo agent.

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He was at the closing table with his client when he received a wonderful surprise. The other client’s agent, Mark Gatta (co-owner of Opus Elite), complimented Ken to Ken’s client. The two agents had multiple interactions together by that point, and Ken knew that he and Mark shared a collaborative, win-win attitude.

He was at the closing table with his client when he received a wonderful surprise. The other client’s agent, Mark Gatta (co-owner of Opus Elite), complimented Ken to Ken’s client. The two agents had multiple interactions together by that point, and Ken knew that he and Mark shared a collaborative, win-win attitude.

Months after that exchange, Mark approached Ken about joining the Opus Elite Real Estate family as a solo agent. Ken became an Opus Elite agent in July 2022.

Months after that exchange, Mark approached Ken about joining the Opus Elite Real Estate family as a solo agent. Ken became an Opus Elite agent in July 2022.

Ken Prause, In His House Family is very important to Ken. The Prauses and their dog, Peanut, enjoy making memories together. They are in the process of installing a pool in their backyard, making their house even more fun for their daughters and their daughters’ friends.

Ken is always looking for ways to help people directly, and he gives of his time and resources to local and national charities. In the past, he volunteered with the city’s basketball league. He still has the energy for it and works out every morning after the girls leave for school, but he devotes time to family things instead.

Ken is always looking for ways to help people directly, and he gives of his time and resources to local and national charities. In the past, he volunteered with the city’s basketball league. He still has the energy for it and works out every morning after the girls leave for school, but he devotes time to family things instead.

Ken Prause, In His House Family is very important to Ken. The Prauses and their dog, Peanut, enjoy making memories together. They are in the process of installing a pool in their backyard, making their house even more fun for their daughters and their daughters’ friends.

Ken is proud of Lauren as a mother and also appreciates how she serves others as a massage therapist. He admires her work ethic; she works because she wants to. Ken and Lauren are very involved with their daughters’ schools and school boards.

Ken is proud of Lauren as a mother and also appreciates how she serves others as a massage therapist. He admires her work ethic; she works because she wants to. Ken and Lauren are very involved with their daughters’ schools and school boards.

They dearly love their daughters, Julia (12) and Elianna (8), and have become a “dance family.” The girls have been taking classes at Lauren’s sister’s dance studio, Dance With Celeste (dancewithceleste.com), and Ken has been helping his brother-inlaw make the sets needed for special performances. The girls’ favorite event is “Dancing Disney,” which takes place every other year.

They dearly love their daughters, Julia (12) and Elianna (8), and have become a “dance family.” The girls have been taking classes at Lauren’s sister’s dance studio, Dance With Celeste (dancewithceleste.com), and Ken has been helping his brother-inlaw make the sets needed for special performances. The girls’ favorite event is “Dancing Disney,” which takes place every other year.

He gives back through informal mentoring of agents, as well as through events with fellow agents. He also appreciates giving and receiving referrals, which accounted for 75% of his business this year.

He gives back through informal mentoring of agents, as well as through events with fellow agents. He also appreciates giving and receiving referrals, which accounted for 75% of his business this year.

This spring, a friend challenged Ken with the truth that money in the bank is not working hard. Ken and Lauren bought their first investment property.

This spring, a friend challenged Ken with the truth that money in the bank is not working hard. Ken and Lauren bought their first investment property.

MY GOAL IS TO UTILIZE MY DEGREE AND EXPERIENCE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TO INCREASE MY SKILL IN SERVING AND LEADING OTHERS.”

MY GOAL IS TO UTILIZE MY DEGREE AND EXPERIENCE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TO INCREASE MY SKILL IN SERVING AND LEADING OTHERS.”

“Here is my secret,” Ken smiled. “I. T. T. P. I talk to people! Everyone wants, or needs, to move. It’s just about finding out who is moving now and how I can help them accomplish their goal. I am grateful for those who have helped me learn and grow to become the agent I am and for those who keep challenging me to become better. And I am also grateful to Mark for recommending me for this. It is truly an honor to share my story with the top agents in Bucks County.”

“Here is my secret,” Ken smiled. “I. T. T. P. I talk to people! Everyone wants, or needs, to move. It’s just about finding out who is moving now and how I can help them accomplish their goal. I am grateful for those who have helped me learn and grow to become the agent I am and for those who keep challenging me to become better. And I am also grateful to Mark for recommending me for this. It is truly an honor to share my story with the top agents in Bucks County.”

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rising star featured agent

rising star featured agent

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Notani

Notani Manju

Notani

Notani Manju

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KW NEWTOWN — THOMAS KENNEDY SIGNATURE PROPERTIES

KW NEWTOWN — THOMAS KENNEDY SIGNATURE PROPERTIES

Business Mind, Beautiful Heart Manju Notani had several years of experience in the banking industry in Mumbai before moving to Philadelphia in 2001. During her first year, she worked in a retail store owned by her husband’s parents, and then she accepted a position in a local bank. When her daughter was born in 2005, Manju became a full-time wife and mother. In 2008 they welcomed their son into the world.

Business Mind, Beautiful Heart Manju Notani had several years of experience in the banking industry in Mumbai before moving to Philadelphia in 2001. During her first year, she worked in a retail store owned by her husband’s parents, and then she accepted a position in a local bank. When her daughter was born in 2005, Manju became a full-time wife and mother. In 2008 they welcomed their son into the world.

“It has always been my goal to do the best I can for the people I am serving at the moment and learn new things that would help me serve others even more e ectively and e ciently in the future,” explained Manju. “Whatever I am doing, I am fully committed and give 100%. That is how I have lived my life, and that is how I served others at work, too. When our family started growing, I wanted to give 100% to my children, especially when they were young.”

“It has always been my goal to do the best I can for the people I am serving at the moment and learn new things that would help me serve others even more e ectively and e ciently in the future,” explained Manju. “Whatever I am doing, I am fully committed and give 100%. That is how I have lived my life, and that is how I served others at work, too. When our family started growing, I wanted to give 100% to my children, especially when they were young.”

The Notani family moved several times due to Manju’s husband’s job. Each time they were packing up, Manju was thankful for her husband’s diligence and commitment and that his income was su cient for their needs. For her, it was a great honor to care for her family and their home without having to juggle a career.

The Notani family moved several times due to Manju’s husband’s job. Each time they were packing up, Manju was thankful for her husband’s diligence and commitment and that his income was su cient for their needs. For her, it was a great honor to care for her family and their home without having to juggle a career.

Nothing To Lose

Nothing To Lose

In 2016, the Notani family learned that they would be moving to New Hope. Although they had a REALTOR®, Manju did a lot of research on Zillow and Realtor.com and actually found their new house herself.

In 2016, the Notani family learned that they would be moving to New Hope. Although they had a REALTOR®, Manju did a lot of research on Zillow and Realtor.com and actually found their new house herself.

She had enjoyed the focused process of searching for their house during her quiet days while the children were in school. After they were settled into their new home, Manju started thinking about the future. The children, who were in sixth grade and second grade, were more independent, and she had plenty of time on her hands each day while they were in school.

district that allowed her to make a di erence in the lives of teachers, sta and students while still allowing her to attend her own children’s events and activities.

district that allowed her to make a di erence in the lives of teachers, sta and students while still allowing her to attend her own children’s events and activities.

When the schools shut down in 2020, Manju chatted with a co-worker about possible “next steps” available to her. The woman, who was also a REALTOR®, encouraged Manju to pursue real estate since she had enjoyed the entire process of finding and purchasing their New Hope home.

She had enjoyed the focused process of searching for their house during her quiet days while the children were in school. After they were settled into their new home, Manju started thinking about the future. The children, who were in sixth grade and second grade, were more independent, and she had plenty of time on her hands each day while they were in school.

She enjoyed their new community and wanted to find a way to contribute to its growth and progress in a meaningful way. In 2017 Manju found a part-time job in the school

to her because of the character and work ethic of the agents that she met.

to her because of the character and work ethic of the agents that she met.

She was still working at the school when her license arrived at the end of February 2021. A client contacted her and asked for help. He needed to find a rental home but could not find an agent willing to help him. Manju knew this was a perfect opportunity for her to serve someone in need. She wasn’t relying on a commission, and she wasn’t in a hurry.

When the schools shut down in 2020, Manju chatted with a co-worker about possible “next steps” available to her. The woman, who was also a REALTOR®, encouraged Manju to pursue real estate since she had enjoyed the entire process of finding and purchasing their New Hope home.

“I wanted to do something that would make a di erence in people’s lives,” smiled Manju. “The real estate classes were only a few hundred dollars. What could I lose?”

She enjoyed their new community and wanted to find a way to contribute to its growth and progress in a meaningful way. In 2017 Manju found a part-time job in the school

“I wanted to do something that would make a di erence in people’s lives,” smiled Manju. “The real estate classes were only a few hundred dollars. What could I lose?”

Making A Difference

Making A Difference

Manju passed the test at the end of 2020 and started interviewing o ces. KW Newtown stood out

Manju passed the test at the end of 2020 and started interviewing o ces. KW Newtown stood out

She was still working at the school when her license arrived at the end of February 2021. A client contacted her and asked for help. He needed to find a rental home but could not find an agent willing to help him. Manju knew this was a perfect opportunity for her to serve someone in need. She wasn’t relying on a commission, and she wasn’t in a hurry.

As she worked with her first client, truly listening to his needs and dreams, she helped him understand his short- and long-term options. Her gentle teaching and her genuine encouragement helped transform the renter into a first-time homeowner!

As she worked with her first client, truly listening to his needs and dreams, she helped him understand his short- and long-term options. Her gentle teaching and her genuine encouragement helped transform the renter into a first-time homeowner!

Manju continued giving clients 100% during the day and giving her family 100% as well. She found great joy and fulfillment at home and at work. She would go to open houses and just help her fellow KW Newtown agents however she could because she was energized by serving others.

Manju continued giving clients 100% during the day and giving her family 100% as well. She found great joy and fulfillment at home and at work. She would go to open houses and just help her fellow KW Newtown agents however she could because she was energized by serving others.

If you learn to really listen, clients will tell you not only what they need but what they want .

If you learn to really listen, clients will tell you not only what they need but what they want .

As she heard others talking about tangible and personal reasons that they took the initiative in conversations with strangers and followed up on referrals, Manju realized she did have a personal aspect to her “why” and her drive. While helping others, she would be able to help pay for college tuition for her daughter and son.

As she heard others talking about tangible and personal reasons that took the initiative in conversations with strangers and followed up on referrals, Manju realized she did have a personal aspect to her “why” and her drive. While helping others, she would be able to help pay for college tuition for her daughter and son.

“I really enjoy serving others as an agent,” Manju shared. “I love helping strangers and friends, and it brings me joy to give people information that brings them hope. I know I can’t make

“I really enjoy serving others as an agent,” Manju shared. “I love helping strangers and friends, and it brings me joy to give people information that brings them hope. I know I can’t make everyone happy, but I can help them. My parents taught me long ago not to do anything half-heartedly, to never give up, and not to cry unless it’s going to make the situation better.”

Clients could sense her genuine care, even those from out of town or out of state with whom she was building a long-distance relationship. They appreciated her knowledge and expertise as well as her understanding and explanation of the process.

Clients could sense her genuine care, even those from out of town or out of state with whom she was building a long-distance relationship. They appreciated her knowledge and expertise as well as her understanding and explanation of the process.

Manju has created trusting relationships with property owners and vets and advocates for her rental clients. In time, most of her rental clients have organically become buyers. One new client bought a $1.75 million house sight unseen because she had built such a trust relationship with Manju.

Manju has created trusting relationships with property owners and vets and advocates for her rental clients. In time, most of her rental clients have organically become buyers. One new client bought a $1.75 million house sight unseen because she had built such a trust relationship with Manju.

Defining Her “Why”

Defining Her “Why”

In August 2021, Manju balanced her time between completing a training course with KW and caring for her daughter, who was having some health problems. Later that fall, while taking a training session on planning, the agents were asked to define their “why.” Manju was motivated by the opportunity to help others.

Manju is very honored to be on Tom Kennedy’s team and was humbled to discover that at least five other agents had recommended Manju to Tom because of her selflessness in helping other agents. She is glad to be learning new ways to generate leads.

steps to become homeowners in 2023.

In August 2021, Manju balanced her time between completing a training course with KW and caring for her daughter, who was having some health problems. Later that fall, while taking a training session on planning, the agents were asked to define their “why.” Manju was motivated by the opportunity to help others.

In 2022 she completed over $4 million in transactions, but that is not what she is most proud of. It is the 20 families that she assisted, including some renters who are taking steps to become homeowners in 2023.

“If you learn to really listen, clients will tell you not only what they need but what they want,” Manju noted. “In this industry, we can learn something new every day and with every transaction. While helping clients, we are building our communities, encouraging fellow agents and helping our own families.”

“If you learn to really listen, clients will tell you not only what they need but what they want,” Manju noted. “In this industry, we can learn something new every day and with every transaction. While helping clients, we are building our communities, encouraging fellow agents and helping our own families.”

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Cheers to the New Year!

Cheers to the New Year!

around town

around town

By: Brittany Brown @brittaroundtown

By: Brittany Brown @brittaroundtown

BUCKS COUNTY BREWERIES TO VISIT IN 2023

BUCKS COUNTY BREWERIES TO VISIT IN 2023

There’s no better way to ring in the new year than with a good beer. Luckily

Bucks County is home to 25 local craft breweries — 31 when you count their taprooms — that all have their own unique style and flavor. The Bucks County Ale Trail, compiled by Visit Bucks County, is a passport challenge that lists all of the various locations in the area and challenges you to visit them all. Let’s take a look at just a few notable stops along the trail.

There’s no better way to ring in the new year with a good beer. Luckily Bucks County is home to 25 local craft breweries — 31 when you count their taprooms — that all have their own unique style and flavor. The Bucks County Ale Trail, compiled by Visit Bucks County, is a passport challenge that lists all of the various locations in the area and challenges you to visit them all. Let’s take a look at just a few notable stops along the trail.

Tranquility Brewing Company

Tranquility Brewing Company

Tranquility Brewing Company has made its home in a piece of Bucks County history. The building, which is now known as “The Fuge,” was once the Johnsonville Centrifuge — a space that was built back

Tranquility Brewing Company has made its home in a piece of Bucks County history. The building, which is now known as “The Fuge,” was once the Johnsonville Centrifuge — a space that was built back

Mystic Ways Brewing

Mystic Ways Brewing

Mystic Ways Brewing is a vibe all on its own. This one-of-a-kind brewery just recently opened on Walnut Street in Perkasie and 100% lives up to its name. Once you walk through the doors, it feels as if you leave our world behind as you are transported to a mystical land. The walls are donned with magnificent colorful murals that glow in the dark at night. To add to this magical theme, their bar top is made out of live edge wood and is illuminated to look like a glowing river. If you are looking for a unique experience, this brewery is just about as unique as it gets.

Mystic Ways Brewing is a vibe all on its own. This one-of-a-kind brewery just recently opened on Walnut Street in Perkasie and 100% lives up to its name. Once you walk through the doors, it feels as if you leave our world behind as you are transported to a mystical land. The walls are donned with magnificent colorful murals that glow in the dark at night. To add to this magical theme, their bar top is made out of live edge wood and is illuminated to look like a glowing river. If you are looking for a unique experience, this brewery is just about as unique as it gets.

Broken Goblet Brewing

Broken Goblet Brewing

Broken Goblet Brewing in Bensalem is not just your ordinary brewery. Their location also serves as an entertainment center for live music and events. In fact, one of the highlights of their venue is their large stage, which once served as David Bowie’s old touring stage! This spectacular brewery opened the doors of this location back in 2019 and quickly grew into a popular destination. The excellent brews combined with the fun and trendy atmosphere of the space is sure to make any night out one to remember!

Broken Goblet Brewing in Bensalem is not just your ordinary brewery. Their location also serves as an entertainment center for live music and events. In fact, one of the highlights of their venue is their large stage, which once served as David Bowie’s old touring stage! This spectacular brewery opened the doors of this location back in 2019 and quickly grew into a popular destination. The excellent brews combined with the fun and trendy atmosphere of the space is sure to make any night out one to remember!

Warwick Farm Brewing

Warwick Farm Brewing

in 1949 for NASA and the U.S. Navy to train astronauts for missions to space and test the e ects that g-force had on them. The 180-ton centrifuge is the largest in the world and could reach speeds of 175 mph in under seven seconds. Today, The Fuge is used as an events venue, an escape room and, of course, the brewery!

Tranquility Brewing was opened in April 2022 by the Cravero family and is named after the astronauts Aldrin and Armstrong when they landed on the moon. If you are lucky, you may be able to catch a tour of the centrifuge during your visit to the brewery!

Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery

to not only promote them but also provide them with a percentage of the brewery’s profit. Even cooler, they have also made an e ort to include information for cat adoptions on all of the labels of their distributed beer cans. In addition to their excellent selection of craft beer, Bitchin’ Kitten also o ers a full-service food and cocktail menu, which makes it an ideal location for a night out.

Warwick Farm Brewing is a family-owned and -operated brewery that opened its gorgeous tasting room in the beginning of 2022 and quickly took the county by storm! Also doubling as an event space, this stunning venue features more than 24 draft lines, a fireplace and a wraparound porch. And who could forget their Biergarten? Located just outside of the tasting room, guests can sit back and enjoy a cold beverage while taking in the beauty of the surrounding area and overlooking the Neshaminy Valley Golf Club — one of the oldest golf courses in Bucks County.

Warwick Farm Brewing is a family-owned and -operated brewery that opened its gorgeous tasting room in the beginning of 2022 and quickly took the county by storm! Also doubling as an event space, this stunning venue features more than 24 draft lines, a fireplace and a wraparound porch. And who could forget their Biergarten? Located just outside of the tasting room, guests can sit back and enjoy a cold beverage while taking in the beauty of the surrounding area and overlooking the Neshaminy Valley Golf Club — one of the oldest golf courses in Bucks County.

Free Will Brewing Company

Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery in Morrisville, PA, opened their doors back in 2020 with a pretty incredible mission … cat advocacy. They partner with local cat rescues in an e ort to not only promote them but also provide them with a percentage of the brewery’s profit. Even cooler, they have also made an e ort to include information for cat adoptions on all of the labels of their distributed beer cans. In addition to their excellent selection of craft beer, Bitchin’ Kitten also o ers a full-service food and cocktail menu, which makes it an ideal location for a night out.

Free Will Brewing

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Every hour is a happy hour when you visit Free Will Brewing Company. This brewery has two Bucks County locations and is a favorite amongst locals. Perkasie is home to Free Will’s brewery and main taproom that overlooks the brewing room and sour cellar. There is also a small courtyard and outdoor seating that is beautifully lit at night. You can frequently find live music, attend a maker’s market or enjoy food from guest food trucks during your visit. New to the Perkasie location is their beer garden, located behind the main building. Free Will’s second location is in the heart of Peddler’s Village overlooking the courtyard. A quick seat and a brew at the taproom is always a fun way to unwind or wrap up any visit to the village!

Every hour is a happy hour when you visit Free Will Brewing Company. This brewery has two Bucks County locations and is a favorite amongst locals. Perkasie is home to Free Will’s brewery and main taproom that overlooks the brewing room and sour cellar. There is also a small courtyard and outdoor seating that is beautifully lit at night. You can frequently find live music, attend a maker’s market or enjoy food from guest food trucks during your visit. New to the Perkasie location is their beer garden, located behind the main building. Free Will’s second location is in the heart of Peddler’s Village overlooking the courtyard. A quick seat and a brew at the taproom is always a fun way to unwind or wrap up any visit to the village!

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By Nancy Vander Zwan, ASPM®, CEO StagingCraft

By Nancy Vander Zwan, ASPM®, CEO StagingCraft

Home Staging Creates Value for Sellers AND Buyers

Home Staging Creates Value for Sellers AND Buyers

In the absence of value, buyers focus on price. Nowhere is this axiom more true than in real estate right now. Buyers want as much house as they can get for their money, and that means a property without condition and cosmetic issues. Fixing those issues automatically raises the real and perceived value of a listing.

In the absence of value, buyers focus on price. Nowhere is this axiom more true than in real estate right now. Buyers want as much house as they can get for their money, and that means a property without condition and cosmetic issues. Fixing those issues automatically raises the real and perceived value of a listing.

This is where e ective home staging comes in. Home staging is a marketing tool REALTORS® use to present a listing so that the MLS pictures draw buyers and the house sells quickly and for top dollar. A well-prepared and well-staged house reduces buyer stress about what they’re getting themselves into. A staged property creates more value for buyers who may not financially be able to fund updating or renovating projects for a while after the purchase.

a look at the MLS right now, and you’ll see that the listings that idle are the ones in which sellers didn’t/couldn’t properly prepare for those pictures and showings.

a look at the MLS right now, and you’ll see that the listings that idle are the ones in which sellers didn’t/couldn’t properly prepare for those pictures and showings.

Many REALTOR® clients of mine can attest to the value a well-prepared house brings to the table. In a number of 2022 projects, REALTORS® told me their goal was for StagingCraft to help them push the property into the next price bracket. Challenge always accepted! Here are three cases, the third of which is a cautionary tale:

This is where e ective home staging comes in. Home staging is a marketing tool REALTORS® use to present a listing so that the MLS pictures draw buyers and the house sells quickly and for top dollar. A well-prepared and well-staged house reduces buyer stress about what they’re getting themselves into. A staged property creates more value for buyers who may not financially be able to fund updating or renovating projects for a while after the purchase.

When I do consultations, I tell sellers of occupied houses, “As they walk in, buyers are hoping they can live with what they’re about to see for longer than they might care to.” These days, sellers who leave the heavy lifting to buyers do so at their own peril. Take

When I do consultations, I tell sellers of occupied houses, “As they walk in, buyers are hoping they can live with what they’re about to see for longer than they might care to.” These days, sellers who leave the heavy lifting to buyers do so at their own peril. Take

Many REALTOR® clients of mine can attest to the value a well-prepared house brings to the table. In a number of 2022 projects, REALTORS® told me their goal was for StagingCraft to help them push the property into the next price bracket. Challenge always accepted! Here are three cases, the third of which is a cautionary tale:

1. A vacant, mid-century rancher in a Bucks County estate sale situation got no o ers in “as is” condition. We suggested and oversaw some handyman projects, had the hardwood floors refinished and then staged the house. It relisted for 10% more than the original as-is price, and it sold for 22% over the asking price, cash/no contingencies.

1. A vacant, mid-century rancher in a Bucks County estate sale situation got no o ers in “as is” condition. We suggested and oversaw some handyman projects, had the hardwood floors refinished and then staged the house. It relisted for 10% more than the original as-is price, and it sold for 22% over the asking price, cash/no contingencies.

2. Another estate sale property in Doylestown needed painting, wallpaper removal, some lighting updates and staging. The REALTOR® was so convinced of the value staging would bring that she o ered to pay the seller for the staging if the seller didn’t get her price. The first four o ers that came in within a few days were all over asking price.

2. Another estate sale property in Doylestown needed painting, wallpaper removal, some lighting updates and staging. The REALTOR® was so convinced of the value staging would bring that she o ered to pay the seller for the staging if the seller didn’t get her price. The first four o ers that came in within a few days were all over asking price.

Fixing condition and cosmetic issues adds value to a property in the minds of buyers. Buyers competed for this estate sale property after StagingCraft suggested and managed the updating.

Before After

Fixing condition and cosmetic issues adds value to a property in the minds of buyers. Buyers competed for this estate sale property after StagingCraft suggested and managed the updating.

Before After

3. The seller of an older property in disrepair unexpectedly had to list her house due to family circumstances. She wasn’t in a financial position to invest even in wall painting. Her wonderful REALTOR® compassionately picked up the cost to paint two rooms, and StagingCraft supplemented her furnishings with our wall art and décor. The house couldn’t be aggressively priced, and it took a modest price decrease almost immediately prior to selling. Why? It looked like it “needed work,” and it did, even after the REALTOR® and I did our best to play up the best features while minimizing the flaws.

3. The seller of an older property in disrepair unexpectedly had to list her house due to family circumstances. She wasn’t in a financial position to invest even in wall painting. Her wonderful REALTOR® compassionately picked up the cost to paint two rooms, and StagingCraft supplemented her furnishings with our wall art and décor. The house couldn’t be aggressively priced, and it took a modest price decrease almost immediately prior to selling. Why? It looked like it “needed work,” and it did, even after the REALTOR® and I did our best to play up the best features while minimizing the flaws.

The common theme of these properties — and almost all of StagingCraft’s 2022 client-occupied projects — is that sellers have to be willing to do what is necessary so that their houses are cosmetically attractive and condition issues are fixed prior to listing. In the first two examples, the sellers saw that staging:

The common theme of these properties — and almost all of StagingCraft’s 2022 client-occupied projects — is that sellers have to be willing to do what is necessary so that their houses are cosmetically attractive and condition issues are fixed prior to listing. In the first two examples, the sellers saw that staging:

• Increased the perceived house size

• Increased the perceived house size

• Reduced perceived negatives

• Reduced perceived negatives

• Highlighted the house’s positives

• Highlighted the house’s positives

• Enhanced the perceived condition

• Enhanced the perceived condition

• Promoted a perceived lifestyle

• Promoted a perceived lifestyle

The moral of the story is this: If your sellers are willing to make the condition and cosmetic improvements necessary, and if the house is properly staged (whether it’s their furniture or StagingCraft’s rental inventory), then the house will increase in actual and perceived value, and buyers will be willing to pay for it.

The moral of the story is this: If your sellers are willing to make the condition and cosmetic improvements necessary, and if the house is properly staged (whether it’s their furniture or StagingCraft’s rental inventory), then the house will increase in actual and perceived value, and buyers will be willing to pay for it.

Contact: Nancy Vander Zwan, ASPM, CEO StagingCraft 215-262-7306 nancy@stagingcraft.com www.stagingcraft.com

Contact: Nancy Vander Zwan, ASPM, CEO StagingCraft 215-262-7306 nancy@stagingcraft.com www.stagingcraft.com

Nancy Vander Zwan is owner and CEO of StagingCraft LLC, a Bucks County-based, full-service home staging company that provides consultations, occupied stage/styles and vacant staging services. StagingCraft is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.

Nancy Vander Zwan is owner and CEO of StagingCraft LLC, a Bucks County-based, full-service home staging company that provides consultations, occupied stage/styles and vacant staging services. StagingCraft is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.

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Written by: Ruth Gnirk Photography by: Bright House Photos

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HOMEFOUND TEAM: BEACH, BURBS AND THE CITY

HOMEFOUND TEAM: BEACH, BURBS AND THE CITY

Although Associate Broker Lisa Longenbach earned her real estate license in 1988, she still loves continuing education. She enjoys sharing the wisdom that she learns with clients and agents. Lisa is passionate about giving back. She stays informed and relevant, and she and her team are always ready to serve in the beach, burbs and the city.

Although Associate Broker Lisa Longenbach earned her real estate license in 1988, she still loves continuing education. She enjoys sharing the wisdom that she learns with clients and agents. Lisa is passionate about giving back. She stays informed and relevant, and she and her team are always ready to serve in the beach, burbs and the city.

MOTIVATED

MOTIVATED

Lisa’s mother and father taught her early on that there are people who are doers and those who are not.

Lisa Longenbach is most definitely a doer! She is not one to sit still, ever. Instead, she is the one who jumps in and helps whenever it is needed.

Lisa’s mother and father taught her early on that there are people who are doers and those who are not. Lisa Longenbach is most definitely a doer! She is not one to sit still, ever. Instead, she is the one who jumps in and helps whenever it is needed.

A strong work ethic was instilled in her from a very early age. The Bucks County native started babysitting at age 11, and as soon as she was old enough, Lisa started working at the mall.

PASSIONATE

PASSIONATE

Lisa had already completed her real estate training, and her operations manager pushed her to take the test and earn her license. That small nudge 35 years ago has been one of the best things that has happened to her. Lisa has never looked back!

Lisa had already completed her real estate training, and her operations manager pushed her to take the test and earn her license. That small nudge 35 years ago has been one of the best things that has happened to her. Lisa has never looked back!

She said, “Real estate is where I am meant to be. It’s what I know and where I feel confident. I truly believe that real estate is one of the best investments a person can make, and I love helping people achieve their goal of homeownership.”

She said, “Real estate is where I am meant to be. It’s what I know and where I feel confident. I truly believe that real estate is one of the best investments a person can make, and I love helping people achieve their goal of homeownership.”

Lisa remembers how nervous she was when she was buying her first investment property, by herself, in the early 2000s.

Lisa remembers how nervous she was when she was buying her first investment property, by herself, in the early 2000s.

A strong work ethic was instilled in her from a very early age. The Bucks County native started babysitting at age 11, and as soon as she was old enough, Lisa started working at the mall.

Even before graduating from Neshaminy High School, Lisa had some odd jobs, such as painting the exterior of houses. During school breaks, while enrolled in Millersville University’s Business and Marketing program, she worked in a factory making baby car seats. Lisa always felt that there was no job that should be considered “small.” Each job shapes a person’s future.

Even before graduating from Neshaminy High School, Lisa had some odd jobs, such as painting the exterior of houses. During school breaks, while enrolled in Millersville University’s Business and Marketing program, she worked in a factory making baby car seats. Lisa always felt that there was no job that should be considered “small.” Each job shapes a person’s future.

After graduating with her degree in 1985, Lisa accepted a position working as a retail sales manager. She believed that her path was to become a buyer for the retail company she worked for. However, she quickly realized that it wasn’t her passion

After graduating with her degree in 1985, Lisa accepted a position working as a retail sales manager. She believed that her path was to become a buyer for the retail company she worked for. However, she quickly realized that it wasn’t her passion

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She explained, “It felt so di erent than when I was the agent representing my client! It was very beneficial for me to experience the fear and excitement of a ‘first-time’ homebuyer again. I followed through with my plan to improve and re-sell the property so I could reinvest in another. I believe that every REALTOR® should own real estate and that every investment property should pay for itself.”

She explained, “It felt so di erent than when I was the agent representing my client! It was very beneficial for me to experience the fear and excitement of a ‘first-time’ homebuyer again. I followed through with my plan to improve and re-sell the property so I could reinvest in another. I believe that every REALTOR® should own real estate and that every investment property should pay for itself.”

The HomeFound team includes Lisa Longenbach and Cody Minnig as REALTORS® and Michelle Andrews as the director of operations. The team operates under the value system of their KW brokerage and has shared core values and beliefs, too.

The HomeFound team includes Lisa Longenbach and Cody Minnig as REALTORS® and Michelle Andrews as the director of operations. The team operates under the value system of their KW brokerage and has shared core values and beliefs, too.

In time, she and her husband, Jack, would own a number of investment properties. Having her own real-life experiences in managing rentals and flipping properties made her an even better agent and advisor.

In time, she and her husband, Jack, would own a number of investment properties. Having her own real-life experiences in managing rentals and flipping properties made her an even better agent and advisor.

A LEGACY OF TEAMWORK

A LEGACY OF TEAMWORK

Lisa’s youngest son, Cody, became a licensed REALTOR® in 2018. Soon after, the pair joined forces to create the HomeFound team. You can read about Cody’s experience as a second-generation REALTOR® in the January issue of Philadelphia Real Producers (available online).

Lisa’s youngest son, Cody, became a licensed REALTOR® in 2018. Soon after, the pair joined forces to create the HomeFound team. You can read about Cody’s experience as a second-generation REALTOR® in the January issue of Philadelphia Real Producers (available online).

Lisa is quick to point out that they couldn’t be successful without Michelle, her right-hand woman. Although she serves behind the scenes, Michelle makes Lisa and Cody shine! Lisa shared that most people really have no idea what a REALTOR® does to ensure a smooth and gainful closing. However, Michelle does, and she makes Lisa and Cody sparkle.

Lisa is quick to point out that they couldn’t be successful without Michelle, her right-hand woman. Although she serves behind the scenes, Michelle makes Lisa and Cody shine! Lisa shared that most people really have no idea what a REALTOR® does to ensure a smooth and gainful closing. However, Michelle does, and she makes Lisa and Cody sparkle.

The HomeFound team closed over 70 transactions last year. With their attention to detail and the team’s e ciency, their service is seamless. It is imperative that their clients are always at ease and well-informed. The team works together to ensure that their clients know how much Lisa, Cody and Michelle appreciate them.

The HomeFound team closed over 70 transactions last year. With their attention to detail and the team’s e ciency, their service is seamless. It is imperative that their clients are always at ease and well-informed. The team works together to ensure that their clients know how much Lisa, Cody and Michelle appreciate them.

GIVING BACK AS A TEAM

GIVING BACK AS A TEAM

Overall, Keller Williams Real Estate is a company that believes in a giving culture. This is a perfect fit for Lisa, who loves to care for others, and promotes a “give where you live” lifestyle. She loves supporting everything the KW Culture Committee does for the community. Lisa is also very passionate about KW Cares and Red Day, and recently participated in the KW Giving Tree.

Overall, Keller Williams Real Estate is a company that believes in a giving culture. This is a perfect fit for Lisa, who loves to care for others, and promotes a “give where you live” lifestyle. She loves supporting everything the KW Culture Committee does for the community. Lisa is also very passionate about KW Cares and Red Day, and recently participated in the KW Giving Tree.

“I love both of my boys!” Lisa reflected. “Our oldest, Travis, appreciates real estate, but he is an engineer. He and his wife, Jenn, just became new parents, which makes me one happy nana! I am overjoyed that our youngest son, Cody, embarked on a real estate career. We have created a successful, collaborative partnership, and I’m eager to see what the future brings for our HomeFound team.”

“I love both of my boys!” Lisa reflected. “Our oldest, Travis, appreciates real estate, but he is an engineer. He and his wife, Jenn, just became new parents, which makes me one happy nana! I am overjoyed that our youngest son, Cody, embarked on a real estate career. We have created a successful, collaborative partnership, and I’m eager to see what the future brings for our HomeFound team.”

“I love how the ‘village’ of KW really does care for the community at large, and their REALTORS® as well,” Lisa shared. “The Culture Committee has organized things throughout the year so that we are continually giving back to the community. Everything we do as an o ce makes a di erence in the lives of people within our community or our KW family.”

“I love how the ‘village’ of KW really does care for the community at large, and their REALTORS® as well,” Lisa shared. “The Culture Committee has organized things throughout the year so that we are continually giving back to the community. Everything we do as an o ce makes a di erence in the lives of people within our community or our KW family.”

Photo by: Berridge Photography

Photo by: Berridge Photography

I BELIEVE THAT EVERY REALTOR®

I BELIEVE THAT EVERY REALTOR® SHOULD OWN REAL ESTATE AND THAT EVERY INVESTMENT PROPERTY SHOULD PAY FOR ITSELF.

The KW Culture Committee has organized turkey drives, nonperishable food collections, Toys for Tots donation stations and gift card collections. Recently, they have had “Casino Nights” and “Bag Bingo” fundraisers.

The KW Culture Committee has organized turkey drives, nonperishable food collections, Toys for Tots donation stations and gift card collections. Recently, they have had “Casino Nights” and “Bag Bingo” fundraisers.

Some of the fundraising e orts have benefitted the Saint Francis Saint Joseph Children’s Home in Bensalem. KW agents have also helped build a ramp for a handicapped homeowner, completed renovations at church properties and included a work at the Delaware Valley Veterans Home.

Some of the fundraising e orts have benefitted the Saint Francis Saint Joseph Children’s Home in Bensalem. KW agents have also helped build a ramp for a handicapped homeowner, completed renovations at church properties and included a work at the Delaware Valley Veterans Home.

Lisa loves the big, high-energy o ce where learning to become better is always the goal. She believes there is continually something to learn, no matter how long an agent is in the business. Lisa “pays it forward” by teaching and mentoring others. Teaching is one of her favorite things to do at Keller Williams.

Lisa loves the big, high-energy o ce where learning to become better is always the goal. She believes there is continually something to learn, no matter long an agent is in the business. Lisa “pays it forward” by teaching and mentoring others. Teaching is one of her favorite things to do at Keller Williams.

TEAMWORK AT HOME

TEAMWORK AT HOME

Lisa has enjoyed having her husband, Jack Minnig, in the mortgage industry for the last 28 years. Jack is a branch manager with Summit Mortgage. She is thankful that they are in complementary industries, as it allows them to serve their community together.

outside. Lisa is a firm believer of the quote “Life is short; buy the beach house!”

outside. Lisa is a firm believer of the quote “Life is short; buy the beach house!”

Lisa has enjoyed having her husband, Jack Minnig, in the mortgage industry for the last 28 years. Jack is a branch manager with Summit Mortgage. She is thankful that they are in complementary industries, as it allows them to serve their community together.

“Sometimes real estate can get a little crazy,” Lisa noted, “and it is refreshing to know that someone I trust truly has my back and is looking out for my clients. Jack is my ‘goto’ professional for all my mortgage or credit questions.”

About six years ago, Lisa started golfing with her colleagues. Now, she belongs to two golf leagues: one at Middletown Country Club and one at Makefield Highlands Golf Club. She has found that golf is a great way to meet new people and enjoy the beauty of Bucks County.

“Sometimes real estate can get a little crazy,” Lisa noted, “and it is refreshing to know that someone I trust truly has my back and is looking out for my clients. Jack is my ‘goto’ professional for all my mortgage or credit questions.”

Some of Jack and Lisa’s favorite activities include family time in Ocean City (New Jersey), golfing and just being

Some of Jack and Lisa’s favorite activities include family time in Ocean City (New Jersey), golfing and just being

About six years ago, Lisa started golfing with her colleagues. Now, she belongs to two golf leagues: one at Middletown Country Club and one at Makefield Highlands Golf Club. She has found that golf is a great way to meet new people and enjoy the beauty of Bucks County.

“I am proud and thankful to work at the top Keller Williams o ce in Bucks County!” Lisa beamed, “The late Paul Allen was extremely influential when I started with KW in 2004. I have tremendous respect for him, and I am eternally grateful for his passion for elevating others.”

“I am proud and thankful to work at the top Keller Williams o ce in Bucks County!” Lisa beamed, “The late Paul Allen was extremely influential when I started with KW in 2004. I have tremendous respect for him, and I am eternally grateful for his passion for elevating others.”

Helping Families Make Memories in their Home!

Helping Families Make Memories in their Home!