3 Energy-Saving Tips for Winter By Lisa Fant Fall is gone and colder temperatures here to stay for the season. Heating your home can often cost more than cooling your home during summer, so learn how to keep the heat you use inside your home with these energy, and money, saving tips. 1. Weatherize Your Home The best way to save energy is to…
A Guide to NJ Homebuyer Assistance Programs By Lisa Fant According to NJ Realtors® monthly housing data in August, there has been a season of change in the U.S. real estate market. Existing home sales have continued to soften, falling 5.9% month-to-month, and 20.9% year-over-year, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Many buyers tend to believe they need the standard 20% down payment…
5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home By Lisa Fant When you finally decide it’s time to buy a home, your finances should be one of your first considerations. But before diving into your home search, you may want to consider double checking your credit score. While this is general financial advice, it’s always a best practice to talk to an…
Pros and Cons of Smart Home Technology By Lisa Fant Many new homebuyers, or long-time homeowners, have opted for tech solutions in their homes for added convenience and security. With busy lives and full to-do lists, many of these smart tools can optimize our time, work for our benefit and have become more comprehensive than ever before. Despite the seemingly simplistic use of modernistic devices…
August 22, 2022
By Erin McFeeters So, you want to buy a home in New Jersey, but you’re not quite ready to Find Your Realtor®? Start your home search research at realtor.com® to help nail down exactly what you’ll be looking for in the future. What’s on Your Need List Browsing homes online is fun, and it can be helpful too. You can discover your favorite home style,…
By Erin McFeeters Obstacle: Lack of Inventory Potential home buyers around the state are experiencing a lack of inventory almost everywhere and the home buying process will likely take more time than it has in the past two years. According to NJ Realtors® February housing market reports, there were just 12,295 single-family homes for sale, an inventory decline of 30.5% over February 2021. Realtors® in New…
By Erin McFeeters Climate change and global warming aren’t going away, and the ecosystem in our state must be protected. It may seem like a daunting task, but there are simple swaps you can make in your home that can help. 1. Always have a reusable bag on hand As of May 4, 2022, plastic bags are banned in New Jersey. The NJ Department of…
Cape Code Most known for its steep pitched roofs, Cape Cod architecture was introduced to the U.S. by English colonists to combat New England winters, according to The Spruce. The low ceilings and central chimney helped keep the inside warm, and the roof style keeps snow from piling up. The original version of these homes had two bedrooms on the second floor and one bathroom…
No matter what town you end up in, New Jersey is a smart choice. While the Garden State boasts an active residential market, it’s accompanied by a diverse, unique commercial and industrial market—making NJ a great place for businesses to thrive. Choose: New Jersey is the economic development arm of the state, which helps to provide resources to businesses that are interested in settling in…