JeanMarie

07/04/2023

Happy Fourth of July from beautiful PA! Be well and be safe!

08/17/2022

FYI!!!

08/09/2022

Yessss true

Truth be told...

07/21/2022

Wondering if home prices are going to fall? Even though the market is undergoing a shift and inventory is increasing, experts say home prices won't fall. Instead, they're forecasting prices will climb, just at a slower pace. DM me if you have questions about what's happening with home prices in our area.

07/19/2022

Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. To better understand why, it’s important to know what pre-approval is. Freddie Mac defines the process like this:

“A pre-approval is an indication from your lender that they are willing to lend you a certain amount of money to buy your future home. The lender you work with will provide you with a pre-approval letter, which is an official document that states the maximum amount they are willing to lend you, . . .”

Put simply, pre-approval from a lender helps you understand your true price range and how much money you can borrow for your loan. That can make it easier when you set out to search for homes.

Another added benefit is that pre-approval lets the seller know you’re qualified to buy their house...

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. But why is that? And is it still important in today’s shifting market?

07/18/2022

Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?

If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market.

>>An Existing Home Can Give You That Lived-in Charm
Many buyers want to purchase a home with history, and the character of older houses is hard to reproduce. Existing homes can often be part of an established neighborhood featuring mature landscaping that can give you additional privacy and boost your curb appeal.

Plus, you can move in based on the timeline you agree to with the sellers, rather than building a new home and waiting for construction to finish.

Just remember, while more sellers are listing their homes, supply is still low overall, meaning you’ll still need to be prepared for a fast-moving market.

>>Purchasing a Newly Built or Under Construction Home Means Brand New...

If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market. That’s because today’s market is undergoing a shift, and the supply of homes for sale is increasing as a result. That means you may ha...

07/16/2022

https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/nj/glen-rock/497-lincoln-ave/pid_48195272/

Lovingly maintained storybook Tudor with fantastic charm! Entering the vestibule, welcomes you to the first floor featuring a spacious living room with stone fireplace and 9.5' ceilings. French doors lead to the den with mahagony built-in. Step up to formal dining room, modern eat-in kitchen, large first floor bedroom (office) and full bath. Off the kitchen is a charming paver patio under a magnolia tree. A french door off the back leads to a private screened-in porch. Upstairs, enjoy 3 more bedrooms, a turret room and a full bath. Downstairs is a partially finished basement with 3/4” cedar walls, brick fireplace and bar and wet bar. This home offers a slate roof, Andersen windows and an attached two-car garage. Located only blocks away from the town center with shops and restaurants, and easy access to NYC transit. Offered at 799,000 showings begin 7/19/22……..

07/15/2022

Should I Rent or Should I Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]

It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face rising housing costs, won’t see a return on your investment, and limit your ability to save. If you want to learn more about the benefits of homeownership, DM me today.

Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face rising housing costs, won’t ...