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On the fence about selling your home? It might be time to hop off. 2017 is poised to be the year of the home seller, with a combination of factors coming together to make this a prime seller’s market for most of the nation. Here’s why: Mortgage Rates are Low Low mortgage rates translate to […]
In many cities across the U.S., it’s a seller’s market. There’s a rising demand for real estate, due to a combination of low interest rates and shrinking inventory, and people want to buy. If your home isn’t selling, there’s a good chance you’re overlooking a crucial element of the home-selling process that’s getting in the […]
Welcome home to a unique find in Cherry Hill. At first sight, the curb appeal will catch you with the front covered porch. This newer construction home has 9-foot ceilings, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a gourmet kitchen boasting an island with granite counter tops and antique white custom cabinets. The stainless steel LG kitchen appliances […]
If you’ve just started your first real job, congratulations! You’re well on your way to adulthood. Assuming you’d prefer not to stay in your parents’ basement for the foreseeable future, and you’d like to have a place of your own, you probably wouldn’t want to start with renting a house- rather, you might be best […]
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This is a beautiful home on large corner lot with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with 2 car garage in The Ridings at Mayfair. There is a 2 story foyer with hardwood floors, turned oak banister and custom chandelier with first floor home office that has a ceiling fan, wall-to-wall carpeting and French doors. The living […]
Every year, select municipalities conduct appraisals of all properties within their borders to make sure tax assessments reflect the fair value of each property within the district. This process, known as a revaluation, can be alarming to homeowners (as revaluations can increase, or even decrease, your tax burden). Revaluations have been completed in a range […]
There’s no doubt about it- we’re living in the tech age! It seems like there’s a new major tech product hitting the market almost every day, and with advents in technology come improvements in the way we conduct our home lives and manage our businesses. I’m particularly interested to see how tech developments will impact […]
While it’s only just started, I’m tremendously excited for 2017 and am already pleased with the direction that the real estate space seems to be headed towards. With more and more renters becoming interested in homeownership and new homes being built every day, there’s no reason to believe that the real estate industry won’t grow […]
The quality of your neighborhood will play a major role in the degree to which you enjoy living in your new home. It will be near impossible to have a great time in your home if you can’t walk outside without shuddering at the surrounding area, so do your due diligence and find the best […]
If you’re now in the process of moving into a new home, congratulations! Getting a fresh start in a new area can be tremendously liberating, and with housing prices on the rise, it can serve as a great investment as well. Many people complain about the difficulties involved in settling into a new area, and […]
It seems that every new year, we expect a flood of massive changes in our state- and 2017 will be no exception! It seems that Southern New Jersey, in particular, will see a number of major transformations in areas ranging from retail and restaurant openings to industrial development. We’ll likely see some communities lose their […]
There seems to be a great deal of focus on selling a home, which often comes with more stress than buying a home. While the disparity in focus might be partially understood, buying a house isn’t a simple task. Finding your dream home requires forethought, patience, determination, and old-fashioned hard work. Not everyone knows how […]
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Wednesday marked the first official day of Winter, which is leading many people (myself included) to think about how they can keep their homes warm while also saving a few bucks in the process. The average heating tab for homes in places that need heating is $2,200, which isn’t a small sum to most people. […]
There’s no question about it- selling a home can be difficult, even in the best areas. This is great for home buyers, since it allows them a wide range of options, but this climate requires home sellers to work extra hard to make their sale. If you’re not able to sell in a short period […]
If you’re considering buying a house with a non-spouse, such as a friend, brother, or even a boyfriend or girlfriend, you’re not alone- a growing number of unmarried people are buying homes with relatives or partners. 25% of now-married couples between the ages of 18 and 34 purchased their first homes together before finalizing their […]
The leap from renting to buying can be a tremendously thrilling and liberating one, and for many, it signifies the realization of the American Dream. At the same time, buying a home is a big decision, signifying a long-term commitment that requires strong financial standing and dedication to the home you’ll be buying. If any […]
Did you know that New Jersey is home to the most diners of any state in the U.S. and was the birthplace of Bruce Springsteen? These are facts that most people know about the Garden State, but few out-of-state-ers understand the popularity of one of our long-standing traditions: Christmas light displays! All through the state, […]
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If you live with someone that celebrates a different Winter holiday than you, it can be difficult to compromise on the best way to decorate in December. Perhaps one of you is quite fond of Christmas, while the other doesn’t celebrate any major holidays this time of the year- or, maybe one of you celebrates […]
While it’s not over yet, 2016 has proven to be a year of change in a variety of industries. The real estate space, in particular, is one that continues to develop and improve as time goes on. I’m excited to see what’s in store for the industry, and as clients of mine become more educated […]
This year, October surpassed June as the most popular month to get married- which isn’t something that happens all that often! These autumn-loving brides might be onto something, as Fall might be the new best season for a range of activities, such as buying real estate. There’s a range of reasons why the Fall real […]
I’ve met countless owners who hesitated to market their homes between Halloween and New Year’s Day, most of whom were under the impression that the holiday season is an off-peak time to sell. Unbeknownst to most sellers, outdated historical trends are responsible for the widespread belief that houses don’t sell in November and December, and […]
While we’ve had record-high temperatures in the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean that Winters are going to get any easier in the Northeast. An inefficiently-designed home can lead to your energy costs being unnecessarily high and your living room being unpleasantly warm, so if you have the time, making some minor adjustments to […]
If you’re not a fan of harsh, cold winters (and I don’t know many people that are), you might have considered buying a vacation home to occupy in the Wintertime. Assuming you’re retired or your kids are out of school, this might be a dream come true! While the idea of buying a Winter home […]
Well-maintained meticulous home with 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, finished basement, 2 car garage, in ground salt water pool, nestled on an acre+ private lot. The foyer has cathedral ceilings with a large arch window for lots of natural light, custom faux paint, large coat closet, ceramic floors and a custom front door with side panels. […]
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Homes are the most important (and largest) financial asset in the U.S., but it can be extremely difficult to judge the true value of a home. This is due, in part, to the uniqueness of a home- each is different, and even if you knew how much your neighbor’s home was worth, it might not […]
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The real estate industry is strange- there’s no question about it! From the intricacies of buying a mortgage to the difficulties involved in selling a home, the space is rife with nuances that might seem like magic to a newcomer. Thankfully, there are plenty of tips you can take advantage of to make the most […]
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A remarkable contemporary home with 4 bedrooms 3.5 Bath, 3 car garage, full finished basement nestled on a professionally landscaped property. The entrance through the stunning custom stained glass double doors, will lead you to a marble foyer floor with an elegant rounded staircase. The formal living room has a gas burning fireplace with stone […]
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Beautiful 4 Bedroom 2 full & 2 Half Baths with 3 stories of living space, walk out lower level located in the desirable Chanticleer, with a walk out lower level and first floor master Suite. The bright 2 story living room has a triple slider leading to a back deck, double slider to a side […]
Regardless of whether you’re selling or buying a home, disclosures will be a key part of your real estate transaction. In most parts of the country, sellers are required to document any known defects in a home to potential buyers. Given that successfully managing the disclosures stage is an integral component of the home-buying and […]
With Halloween just over a week away, many homeowners with properties on the market might find themselves wondering, “Just how am I going to be able to sell my home during the Halloween season?” This is an understandable approach to selling a home in the second half of October, but there are in fact a […]