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a page 4- the -Home Buyers' Guide Friday, May 1, 1987 Housing briefs By Cynthia Hellerman Stone Dutch Colonial site of LaFayette recovery EAST AMWELL After he was wounded at the Battle of Brandywine during the American Revolution, General Marie LaFayette spent two weeks recovering in Ringoes at the home of Henry Landis. The stone Dutch Colonial-style home on Old York Road had been built by Landis around 1747, and its exterior remains much the same today as it did in the 18th Century. It now sits on a lot which includes an in-ground pool and cabana. The seven-room home has four bedrooms, one of which was used by LaFayette. It is said that Gen.

George Washington visited LaFayette there during his recuperation. LaFayette later fought at the Battle of Monmouth and was present at the British surrender at Yorktown, Va. Ruth Ann Mummey of ReMax of Flemington, the listing agent, says the current owners have completed the paper work so that future owners could apply for landmark status and the home's inclusion on a register of historic places. The house has been listed at $269,900. Brokers' open houses will benefit charity Electronic Realty Associates brokers in the New Jersey-Staten Island area are contributing funds to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

The contribution will increase with the number of people who sign a guest book during ERA Open House Weekend, which starts tomorrow. Houses open for tours during the two-day event will be listed in ERA advertisements. A check from ERA will be presented to the association on Labor Day during the annual Jerry Lewis telethon. This stone house built in the mid 18th century housed the Marquis de LaFayette as he recovered from his wounds suffered during a Revolutionary War battle. George Washington is said to have visited the French general here in Ringoes.

Hunterdon home prices The average price for residential property was $183,071 during the first three months, still posting increases up 7 percent from the $171,047 average for all of 1986. Hunterdon County home sales in the first three months of 1987 increased as much as 35 percent over a year ago, said Jerry Schreffler, executive vice president of the Hunterdon County Board of Realtors. Final figures haven't been tabulated yet. Reported closings through the first three months of 1987 amounted to $95.3 million. In addition, $267.9 million worth of real estate was placed under contract but has not yet sold.

WATCHUNG HILLS REALTY ASSOCIATES on the Watchung Circle WATCHUNG Expanded Ranch offers 6 bedrooms, living room with brick fireplace, dining room, 1 master bedroom on first floor, 3 baths, walkout basement with paneled rec. room and wet bar. Offered at $348,000. GREEN BROOK Dutch Colonial North side of Route 22 5 Bedroom Colonial on 1.4 acres with view. Spacious living room with.

chestnut trim, fireplace, lg. dining room, playroom in basement. Priced to sell at $259,900. WARREN Best Buy In Town Just reduced charming bedroom stone Ranch, oversized rooms, brick fireplace, new kitchen, quiet street. Offered at $249,000.

WARREN Live and Work At Home An investment potential in the business zone and the warmth of a small residential area, featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, spacious living room, dining room kitchen, plus beautiful grounds! Must To Be Seen! Offered at $249,900. WARREN Office Site Business Zoned Dutch Colonial, surrounded by new office condos, ideal for professional offices or Offered at $265,000. NORTH PLAINFIELD Affordable Colonial featuring 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room, living room and family room, hardwood floors throughout. Priced To Sell $129,900. SOUTH PLAINFIELD Just Listed 4 bedroom Cape, 2 baths, recreation room with wood burning stove, hardwood floors, redwood deck, fenced rear yard, beautiful flowering landscape offered at $175,900.

PASSAIC TOWNSHIP Colonial Cape featuring 3 bedrooms, living room and dining room with beamed ceilings, brick fireplace, large wood deck. Reduced To Sell At $183,900. 757-6300 development. The HomeBrain a product of Hypertek Controls Co. in Readington's Salem Industrial Park is a computer-operated manager of household electronic chores that will turn on and off appliances and provide lighting, heating, cooling, and moisture detection for lawn sprinkling.

Schlott sponsors blood drive Schlott Realtors' office is sponsoring a community blood drive tomorrow conducted by the Hunterdon County Red Cross. Blood donations will be taken between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Whitehouse Station Rescue Squad on Route 523. Schlott Realtors will provide transportation if needed and serve refreshments.

Banker or broker? An association explains What's the difference between a mortgage banker and a mortgage broker? A mortgage banker and a savings and loan, bank or other financial institution? The Mortgage Bankers Association of New Jersey has begun an education program to explain this difference to potential home buyers and those considering refinancing. Joel Brotman, a member of the association's executive committee, explains: Mortgage bankers are private companies that originate and close mortgage loans in their own name. Unlike banks and other financial institutions, they do not accept public deposits. Therefore, they must use their own funds in making mortgage loans. Mortgage brokers do not originate mortgage loans using their own funds.

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