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Summer Vacations Lead to Second Home and Retirement Dreams
Many of us in Morris, Essex and Union Cos. in New Jersey enjoy a change of scenery during our summer downtime. Whether it’s a short day trip to the shore or NYC or a vacation further afield, visiting another place always makes me long for a s...
NJ Real Estate Market Report for Mid Year 2023
June is a great time to review the market stats since we are halfway through the year. Here is what we are seeing in the market here in Northern New Jersey. Despite interest rates hovering just under 7% and inflation being on a steady 11 mon...
My Favorite “Secret” Tips for Home Sellers
The way a house is presented is one of the most important factors in how successfully it performs on the market. With the advent of home make over and real estate shows, pretty much everyone is aware that homes that are in great condition and p...
Who Knew? 10 Surprising Things Realtors Do
Some people think being a New Jersey-based real estate agent is an easy way to make lots of money while keeping a flexible schedule. Think again! To be successful as a real estate agent you need to cultivate a varied skill set including marketi...
Neither the sky nor prices are falling. 5 Real Estate Myths Debunked
One myth that persists in the real estate market today is that due to the recent increases in interest rates home prices have come down. Not true! In fact, in the US it’s a tale of two housing markets, with prices falling in the West but not ...
Women Make Our Real Estate World Go Round
Oftentimes prospective clients, particularly women, tell us they’d like to work with our team because we are female-led. I think this is because women have a baseline level of trust that other women will treat them fairly and with respect. ...
Taxes You’ll Encounter in Your NJ Real Estate Transaction
When buying or selling a home in New Jersey there are some taxes you may not be expecting that you should be aware of as they may impact the net profits from your sale. Here is an overview: NJ Realty Transfer Fee The State of New Jersey i...
Thoughts on the SOMA Revals
With revaluations getting underway this year in both South Orange and Maplewood, many homeowners have concerns about the impact on their finances. Will their already high property taxes go up even more? We know from recent history that reval...