Real Estate Today

02/12/2026

Your next home doesn’t need to check every box on your wish list. It just needs to check the right ones.

Even though affordability is improving, it’s still tight for many buyers. And the people who are moving right now are realizing one thing can make the process a whole lot easier: a flexible wish list.

Cotality found 70% of buyers ended up compromising on one or more wish list item.
And for those buyers, that simple shift opened up more homes that fit both their needs and their budget.

When’s the last time you took a look at your wish list and sorted it into what's truly a must-have and what's a nice perk?

If you want help or want an expert’s insights on what to prioritize in our local market, DM me.

A little flexibility can open up a lot more opportunity.

02/07/2026

Buying a home is getting more affordable, and this graph helps explain why.

It shows how much of a household’s income typically goes toward buying a home. As a general rule, spending 30% or less of your income on housing is considered affordable.

For the last couple of years, the math was still well above that threshold. But lately, things have been getting better thanks to a mix of lower mortgage rates, slower home price growth, and rising wages.

While affordability isn't going to snap back overnight, the trend is finally moving in the right direction.

If you want to talk through what this means for your buying power, send me a message and let’s break it down.

08/21/2018

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10/16/2017

That headline might be a little aggressive; however, as August 2017’s housing market data begins to roll in, we can definitely say one thing: If you are considering selling, IT IS TIME TO LIST YOUR HOME TODAY! In a recent article by CBS News, they explained that the number of existing home sales is…

10/12/2017

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey data, covering 2013-2016 was released two weeks ago. The study revealed that the 2016 median net worth of homeowners was $231,400 – a…

08/04/2017

Geez....

Beware: Another phishing scam is targeting real estate pros. A broker recently received a text message claiming to be from the National Association of REALTORS® and accusing her of sending “racist texts and emails.” The text message demanded she pay a $1,345 fine.

04/12/2017

9 emotions only understand

04/11/2017

Truth.

04/04/2017

Wayne is more than your average Realtor, he's exactly the type of person you want by your side when navigating a real estate transaction. I recently purchased my first home and as a first-time home buyer, I was anxious. Wayne's knowledge of the NJ real estate market, his superior negotiation and organizational skills, and his vast network of real estate professionals made my buying experience stress free - even enjoyable. Whenever I had a question or concern, Wayne always responded promptly, providing great advice every step of the way. Buying property is the most important financial decision one will make. Just as one seeks out a great lawyer to assist with legal issues or a great investment adviser to assist with your investment planning, you need a great Realtor to help you navigate the complex waters of real estate purchasing. I know I hired a great Realtor!

Realtor-Associate e-Pro SRS ABR

03/20/2017

My elevator speech can always use a pick me up

03/02/2017

What to expect in closing costs.

According to a recent survey conducted by ClosingCorp, over half of all homebuyers are surprised by the closing costs required to obtain their mortgage. After surveying 1,000 first-time and repeat homebuyers, the results revealed that 17% of homebuyers were surprised that closing costs were requi