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Are you currently a landlord, overseeing a piece of property and charging rent to the tenants? If so, you’ve probably learned a couple of lessons about real estate strategy, patience, and payoff- there’s no question about it. While being a landlord can absolutely pay off, it’s a position that operates in the minor leagues- if […]
One of the best ways I spent evenings in my childhood was playing old board games with friends. Even today, I still enjoy the occasional game of Risk or Life- there’s great strategy involved, and when the stakes are high (or as high as they can be in a board game), things really get exciting. […]
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Most people would agree that they should, and could, be more organized. The difficulty in organizing your living space, however, usually doesn’t boil down to lack of desire- it comes with the struggle in not knowing the best layout or organizing strategies for your home. For that reason, and many others, here’s a list of […]
Like many other household maintenance projects, no one likes preparing their home for the Winter. It can be extremely easy to put off tasks as simple as reversing the rotation of your ceiling fans or monitoring your thermostat, but if you want to cut energy costs and adequately protect your home for the harsher seasons, […]
This home has a lovely 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home on a wooded lot with fenced yard for $289,900. There is an open kitchen to family room with brick gas fireplace, 1st floor office, 2 story open foyer, living room with bay window that leads into nice sized dining room. Large master suite with 2 […]
While it can’t always be avoided, no one likes to be overheated, especially in their own houses. We tend to look at our homes as places of security and comfort, which is part of the reason why people have a tendency to crank the AC in the Summer. While this might lead to a more […]
Planning ahead is vital when it comes to preparing for the weather, and there’s no weather that can damage a piece of real estate like hail and thunderstorms. These storms can do a number on your home if you don’t take proper precautions, and given that the weather can be unpredictable, you’re best served planning […]
Lovely home on a quiet cul-de-sac with 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths, 2 car garage and a finished basement for $408,000. The Kitchen has been newly remodeled with Stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, ceramic back splashes and a center island. Family room is off the kitchen with surround sound and a brick fireplace. The Formal […]
Like with most other industries, the real estate space is becoming more fast-paced, and there’s no reason to believe its growth will slow anytime soon. Houses are selling more quickly, homebuyers are struggling to find the right house before someone else has put it under contract, and the pressure to beat out other homebuyers […]
The process of getting a property ready for the market is often a daunting one- so why make it harder on yourself? In some cases (whether you like it or not), you’ll need to take extra steps to ensure that your home is sellable, and that’ll include making needed repairs. To be clear, not all […]
This home is a must see with 4 levels of living space! This home has 6 Bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms and a 2 car garage backing up to the Woodcrest Country Club, on a quiet Cul de Sac for $549,900. The first floor has all Hardwood flooring, a large 2 story cathedral […]
There’s always a degree of stress involved in a buying a home, and it’s unavoidable- moving away to a new area, getting situated in new surroundings, and saying goodbye to what you know and are comfortable with can be difficult. That being said, the process can be made much easier by taking simple, well-defined steps […]
It’s true that you can sell your own home- but should you? I’ve met countless people that have attempted to go the home-selling route without an agent, and it can have disastrous results (even though you can technically do it on your own). Rather than advocating for people to simply use a real estate agent […]
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Welcome to this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath bright home which is located on cute tree-lined street right off Country Club Drive, in the desirable Woodcrest neighborhood. The house is well maintained by current owner with many beautiful updates. New stainless GE double oven range May, 2016. New stainless range-hood with dishwasher-save filter. New electricity supply […]
It’s quite common in today’s society for children to inherit real estate, be it the family house or the vacation cottage. Parents have a tendency to think of an even split between siblings as the most fair way to leave property, but have a tendency to overlook the possible consequences. Because you can’t easily split […]
I might be a little biased, but on paper, New Jersey is a fantastic place to live (and not just because I’ve called it home for a number of years). From its top-notch schools to scenic hometowns, I can’t imagine living any place other than the Garden State. For so many more reasons than I […]
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The decision-making process when it comes to buying or selling homes is complicated. For every helpful piece of information you hear about real estate, there’s five that aren’t particularly helpful. Now that we’ve reached a point where anyone with an internet connection can find troves of real estate-themed advice, it’s important to draw a line between […]
For those that remember what the 2008 real estate collapse was like, they won’t have many memories of people rushing out to buy vacation homes. As the market has continued to grow and recover since its collapse, people have been purchasing vacation homes in greater numbers, and for good reason- having a second home in […]
Assuming you’ve bought or sold a home before, you’ve almost certainly dealt with a real estate agent in some capacity. I can say that as a professional in the real estate industry, there are plenty of tips I’ve picked up along the way that I only wish buyers and sellers could understand. Here are a […]
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Stunning Marston model with 3 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half baths, first floor master, 2 car garage and finished basement is on an oversized lot with an open and bright layout. The first floor has hardwood floors, 9 ft. ceilings, custom crown and chair rail molding. The 2 story foyer opens to the kitchen […]
This is split level home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and is located on a corner lot in the desirable neighborhood of Woodcrest for $219,900. This 3 level home has an updated eat-in Kitchen with granite counter tops, under mount sink, ceramic floors and recessed lights. The Kitchen, Formal living room and Dining room are […]
Today’s buyers are demanding- there’s no question about it. They’re more knowledgeable about market dynamics and data, they want to see houses on their own schedule, and they know what they’re looking for. Buyers also know that rock-bottom mortgages won’t last forever, and that if interest rates go up, there will likely be a […]
Enter this home through a gorgeous wrought iron and glass door into a two story foyer. The chefs kitchen has Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, granite counter-tops and slate flooring. The kitchen is open to the large great room which includes a stone fireplace and hardwood floors. The main floor also has a large study with […]
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Home purchasing has never been easier, but there’s no reason you have to make it harder than it needs to be. Like with many other processes, there’s a set of rules when it comes to buying real estate that you’ll need to follow to save money and time, and people that follow these best practices […]
If you’ve owned a home for any real length of time, you know that home improvements are an unavoidable part of the process. Things break, get worn down, or become obsolete, and it’s your job as a homeowner to make sure they get fixed. Before starting a home improvement project, however, there are some things […]
Whether you’re looking to buy a new home or sell your current one, there are tried and true methods of doing both that, if followed, will make your life much easier. There are tons of logistics involved in buying and selling a home, and learning how to navigate through them is a necessity for anyone […]
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If you have the money for it, and you have a clear idea of the type of area you’d like to live in, you should at the very least consider buying a home. It can be difficult to focus on just a few reasons for buying a home, as there are many, but it’s important to look into whether the […]
This is a 2 Story brick and stucco row home converted to a single unit for $100,000. This is an ideal site for day care provider, social services organization, clinic or general office space. It is located just 3.5 blocks to Cooper Medical Center. There are multiple exec offices, treatment offices, group meeting rooms and parking.
According to a survey by the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 84% agreed that the quality of a home’s landscaping would affect their decision to buy. The way you decide to structure the outside of your home, much like the inside, can have a positive effect on ROI and saleability. As a result, it’s vital […]
This contemporary 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has an in ground pool, 2 car garage and is in move in condition for $374,000. The foyer has ceramic floors that flow through the dining room and Kitchen. The eat-in kitchen has granite counter-tops, ceramic back splashes and 2 larges pantries with plenty of storage space. The […]