Kathleen Harron

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The quick Cape May County read: the market is still moving, but as a slower pace. Buyers are more cautious than they wer...
09/27/2026

The quick Cape May County read: the market is still moving, but as a slower pace. Buyers are more cautious than they were over the past few years.

Recent August data shows:

• Prices are still high countywide
• Days on market are around the mid-60s
• Many sales are closing below list price
• Condition and insurance matter
• Each shore town can tell a different story
• Home Inspections Often Open Up New Negotiations

For sellers, the takeaway is simple: pricing still matters. A clean, documented, well-maintained/prepared home has a better chance of standing out & making it through to closing.

At the shore, timing isn’t just about listing in spring versus fall.Rental commitments, showing access, carrying costs a...
09/26/2026

At the shore, timing isn’t just about listing in spring versus fall.

Rental commitments, showing access, carrying costs and the condition of the property can all affect the best time to sell.

Before choosing a date, consider:

• Existing rental bookings
• Seasonal buyer activity
• Repairs or maintenance
• Your own timeline

The best time to list is when the property—and the seller—are actually ready.

Sun, salt, sand, guests and renters can be hard on a shore property.Before listing, walk around as if you were the buyer...
09/24/2026

Sun, salt, sand, guests and renters can be hard on a shore property.

Before listing, walk around as if you were the buyer. Check:

• Decks and railings
• Screens and doors
• Siding and exterior trim
• Outdoor showers
• HVAC and dehumidifiers

Small maintenance issues add up quickly in a buyer’s mind. A well-cared-for home usually shows—and sells—better.

A flood zone doesn’t automatically make a property difficult to sell. Surprising the buyer with it can.Before listing, g...
09/22/2026

A flood zone doesn’t automatically make a property difficult to sell. Surprising the buyer with it can.

Before listing, gather what you have:

• Flood-zone information
• Elevation certificate
• Current insurance premium
• Any available claims history

Clear information helps buyers understand the actual cost and risk instead of assuming the worst.

A shore house needs a little more attention before winter than a house inland.Salt air, wind, empty weeks and freezing n...
09/21/2026

A shore house needs a little more attention before winter than a house inland.

Salt air, wind, empty weeks and freezing nights can all create expensive surprises.

Before you close it up, check:

• Outdoor showers and hose bibs
• Crawl spaces and vents
• Gutters and downspouts
• Storm doors and screens
• Dehumidifiers
• Heat settings and water shutoffs

The goal isn’t just to survive winter. It’s to come back in spring without a project list that got bigger while you were gone.

January can make even a beautiful home look a little…blah.Brown grass. Bare trees. Covered patio furniture. Closed pool....
09/20/2026

January can make even a beautiful home look a little…blah.

Brown grass. Bare trees. Covered patio furniture. Closed pool.

If you may sell this winter, take exterior photos now while everything is green and inviting.

You do not have to list now. You are simply giving your future listing better options.

Planning to sell while the pool is closed? Have it professionally inspected & photographed before winterization.Save the...
09/19/2026

Planning to sell while the pool is closed?
Have it professionally inspected & photographed before winterization.

Save the report, paid invoice and any repair records. The photos will come in handy for the marketing.

A buyer may still request their own inspection later, but good documentation answers questions and makes a closed pool feel like less of a mystery.

Rental income can add value—but buyers will want to understand the whole picture.Gross income isn’t the same as profit. ...
09/17/2026

Rental income can add value—but buyers will want to understand the whole picture.

Gross income isn’t the same as profit. Be prepared to provide:

• Rental history
• Existing bookings
• Management fees
• Operating expenses
• Permits or licenses

Organizing the numbers before listing makes the property easier to evaluate and helps avoid questions later.

Before adding a fence, shed, pool equipment, pavers or landscaping, make sure you know where the property actually ends....
09/16/2026

Before adding a fence, shed, pool equipment, pavers or landscaping, make sure you know where the property actually ends.

In Cape May County, online parcel maps can be helpful, but they are not the same thing as a survey.

Before making changes, check:

• Your deed and prior survey
• Municipal zoning rules
• Setbacks and easements
• Flood-zone requirements
• Any HOA or condo documents

A few inches can matter. It is much easier to confirm the line first than explain it to a neighbor, buyer or township later.

Your neighbor’s sale price is a good reference—but it doesn’t determine what your home is worth.Buyers will also compare...
09/15/2026

Your neighbor’s sale price is a good reference—but it doesn’t determine what your home is worth.

Buyers will also compare:

• Size and layout
• Condition and updates
• Location
• Rental history
• Current competition

Two homes on the same street can have very different values. Pricing should be based on the house you’re selling—not neighborhood gossip.

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Cape May, NJ
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