Laura P Dunlap-Your LBI Real Estate Source

Laura P Dunlap-Your LBI Real Estate Source Helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate Long Beach Island with clarity, strategy, and confidence.

With over 30 years of local experience, I guide clients through every step from first showing to closing so they can truly own their next chapter Real Estate Services - for sellers, buyers, rental owners and renters
Specializing in Long Beach Island Real Estate

R.E.A.L. Update for Shore Property OwnersIf you are thinking about buying, selling, renovating, rebuilding, or investing...
06/01/2026

R.E.A.L. Update for Shore Property Owners

If you are thinking about buying, selling, renovating, rebuilding, or investing on LBI or the surrounding mainland, this is an update worth understanding.

NJDEP has announced a proposed one-year extension of the R.E.A.L. “legacy” period, moving the deadline from July 20, 2026 to July 20, 2027.

In plain English, certain projects may have more time to qualify for review under the prior rules.

But this is not a repeal.

R.E.A.L. is still part of the shore real estate conversation, especially for properties involving flood zones, elevation, CAFRA, renovation, new construction, or redevelopment.

The bigger takeaway: don’t panic, but don’t ignore it.

For buyers, sellers, builders, and investors, this is another reminder that due diligence matters. Plans, timelines, costs, and buildability all need to be understood early.

I broke this down in plain English on my LBI Real Estate Insider

Read the full article here: https://LBIRealEstateInsider.Substack.com

Have questions about how this may affect your plans at the shore? Send me a message.

I recently had the honor of helping a family sell a home that had been theirs since 1968.For 56 years, this house was th...
05/28/2026

I recently had the honor of helping a family sell a home that had been theirs since 1968.
For 56 years, this house was the center of their family and their aunt's year round home.

When the time came to let it go, it wasn't a simple real estate decision it was the end of an era, as they put it themselves.

They needed someone who knew the community, understood the local regulations, and could handle the process with patience and care. I'm grateful they trusted me to do that.

We got the property under contract within weeks, at full asking price but honestly, what mattered most was that this family felt supported through every step of a genuinely difficult time.

If you're facing a sale that feels bigger than just a transaction; an estate, a family home, a chapter that deserves to be closed with dignity I'd be honored to help.

📞 609-290-7686 | 🌐 LauraDunlap.ZackShore.com

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As a real estate professional, I believe part of serving my community is helping people understand the resources available to them.

Through Hero Benefit Alliance, I can help eligible military families, veterans, first responders, healthcare workers, educators, government employees, nonprofit professionals, and others who serve our communities learn whether they may qualify for benefits when buying or selling a home.

No program can ever repay the sacrifice we honor today. But helping people connected to service access support they may not know about is one small way I can continue to serve with care.

Today, we remember.
We honor.
We are grateful.

LBI Market Snapshot: April 2026The LBI Market is showing more balance, but not weakness.Inventory is up 4.34 months, med...
05/21/2026

LBI Market Snapshot: April 2026

The LBI Market is showing more balance, but not weakness.

Inventory is up 4.34 months, median days on market is 24 and median sold price is $2,225,000.

New listings are entering the market around a median price of $2,349,999.

This is where insight matters.

If you want to understand where your property fits or what this market means for your next purchase, let's talk!

He grew up riding these waves and playing on these beaches. Now he's got a diploma. 🎓I am so grateful to have raised him...
05/20/2026

He grew up riding these waves and playing on these beaches. Now he's got a diploma. 🎓
I am so grateful to have raised him in a place like this there's nowhere else I'd rather call home. 🤍
Couldn't be prouder of him. Congratulations, Danny!

MYTH: Every home on LBI sells over askingFACT: The average sold-to-list price right now is about 96%.What that means: Th...
05/18/2026

MYTH: Every home on LBI sells over asking

FACT: The average sold-to-list price right now is about 96%.

What that means:

The market is still active, but buyers are comparing price, condition, location, and long-term value more carefully than they were during the height of the market.

But, pricing based on headlines, emotions, or what a neighbor got two years ago can lead to missed opportunities.

This market rewards strategy, preparation, and realistic positioning more than hype.

The island is always changing but this spring, there's more shifting than usual. Here's what I'm watching, for anyone wh...
05/17/2026

The island is always changing but this spring, there's more shifting than usual. Here's what I'm watching, for anyone who loves LBI or owns a piece of it.

🏖️ SHORELINE — The erosion this winter was some of the worst I've seen in years. The good news: nearly $99M in federal funding was just announced for South Jersey beach replenishment through the Army Corps of Engineers. Big deal for our shoreline.

⛽ NORTH END — The Brennan Fuels property in Barnegat Light has been approved for redevelopment into two single-family homes. The island's only gas station on the north end won't be there much longer.

⛵ MARINA NEWS — Hochstrasser's Marina in Ship Bottom was purchased by Chris Vernon, who also owns Hotel LBI, The Boatyard, and The Mainland. A 360-seat bar and restaurant concept is being discussed, pending approvals.

🍕 BEACH HAVEN — Boulevard Pizza is moving into the space where Slice of Haven used to be. Also worth watching: a subdivision proposal near Queen City Marina that could bring several new single-family homes to the area.

🏌️ SHIP BOTTOM — The former Dollar General received approvals for a golf simulator project from the Dockside Diner owners. Construction is also beginning on the old CVS for a family entertainment center targeting a year-end opening.

🚲 E-BIKES — New Jersey's updated e-bike rules take effect July 2026. Depending on the class, riders may need licensing, registration, insurance, and helmets. With how many e-bikes are on LBI in summer, this one is worth watching closely.

🐶 DOG OWNERS — As of May 16, dogs are off LBI beaches for the season.

The speed limit has been lowered. The traffic lights turn on May 18th. The road crews are out. Hiring season has officially started across the island.

Summer is coming and this island is changing with it.

If you're curious what any of this means for your property value, your buying timeline, or your plans on LBI, I'm always happy to think it through with you.

📞 609-290-7686
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🔗 LauraDunlap.ZackShore.com

05/13/2026

Barney is soaking up every last minute of beach season...ears, wind and all 🐾🌊

Around here, we know the rhythm of the island changed with the calendar.

Dogs are welcome on LBI beaches in the quieter months, but in just a couple of days now, the restrictions begin.

If you're wondering about beach rules, seasonal timing, or what it's really like to own here year round or part time, I'm always happy to help.

Three Questions Worth Asking Now - https://mailchi.mp/zackshore/lbi-market-update-april2026-trends-5393888Small real est...
05/12/2026

Three Questions Worth Asking Now - https://mailchi.mp/zackshore/lbi-market-update-april2026-trends-5393888
Small real estate questions often turn into bigger decisions, especially when timing, value, or opportunity are involved.

In this month’s newsletter, I’m sharing the questions people often wait too long to ask, a focused LBI market snapshot, and a few local LBI changes worth watching as summer approaches.

If LBI is part of your next chapter, this one is worth a read.

05/11/2026

The headlines don’t tell you what to do.
The numbers do if you know how to interpret them.

This is your Market Minute for 08008.

We’re sitting at about four months of inventory.

No sharp spikes.
No sudden drops.

But with inventory still relatively tight, we remain in a competitive seller-leaning market.

That doesn’t mean every property sells instantly.
It means strategy still matters especially pricing and positioning.

If you’re buying, selling, or even just watching the market, the real question isn’t “Is it hot or cold?”

It’s how these conditions affect your leverage.

If you want to talk through how this impacts your timing or strategy, reach out. I’m always happy to walk through the numbers with you.

Own your next chapter.

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