Michele Leavy

05/31/2026

Another successful rental by The Lacerda Team..
We're happy to share that 432 Rosetta Place in Union Township has officially been rented!
Congratulations to our clients and thank you for trusting The Lacerda Team throughout the process.
Whether you're looking to rent, buy, or sell, having the right team makes all the difference.
Ready to make your next move? Let's connect!

05/30/2026

Another successful rental by The Lacerda Team

We're happy to share that 536 Elsie Ave in South Plainfield has officially been rented!
Congratulations to our clients and thank you for trusting The Lacerda Team throughout the process.
Whether you're looking to rent, buy, or sell, having the right team makes all the difference.
Ready to make your next move? Let's connect!

05/27/2026

Sometimes the best real estate stories start at an open house 🏡✨

Andrea met these buyers at one of our open houses and they instantly clicked. There was an immediate level of trust and comfort, and shortly after, they asked Andrea to help them find a home of their own.

After touring just a few homes, the perfect one came along. With Andrea’s guidance, strategy, and strong relationship with the listing agent, our buyers were able to submit a very strong offer and officially secure their very first home 🎉

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but having the right agent by your side makes all the difference. We are beyond excited for these buyers and so proud of Andrea for helping make this happen ❤️

05/27/2026

There is nothing better than helping good people through one of the biggest milestones of their lives 🏡✨

Hearing how supported, informed, and stress-free our clients felt throughout the process means everything to us. Buying or selling a home can feel overwhelming, and our goal is always to make sure our clients feel confident every step of the way.

We are so grateful for the trust our clients place in us and even more grateful when they take the time to share their experience. ❤️

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. Your kind words truly mean the world.

05/27/2026

One of the BEST tips for a first-time home buyer in New Jersey is:

Get fully pre-approved BEFORE you start seriously looking at homes.

Not pre-qualified. Pre-approved.

In NJ’s competitive market, the homes you really want can move FAST. A strong pre-approval:

shows sellers you’re serious

helps you understand your true monthly payment

prevents heartbreak from falling in love with homes outside your comfort zone

gives you a stronger negotiating position

A huge mistake many buyers make is shopping based on Zillow prices instead of actual monthly affordability (taxes in NJ can change everything).

Also — many NJ buyers don’t realize they may qualify for:

up to $15,000+ in down payment assistance

additional first-generation buyer grants

low down payment programs with fixed rates through NJHMFA (NJ.gov)

Another underrated tip:
Do NOT open new credit cards, finance a car, or make large purchases once you start the mortgage process. Even small changes to debt or credit can affect approval.

A simple line I always tell buyers:

“Shop for the payment, not just the price.”

Because in New Jersey, taxes, HOA fees, insurance, and interest rates matter just as much as the purchase price.

05/20/2026

This one went under contract FAST 💥🏡

From the moment this listing hit the market, the response was incredible and everything has been moving along smoothly ever since. We are getting close to the finish line and couldn’t be happier for our seller as he prepares to close this chapter and begin an exciting new one.

Selling a home is more than just a transaction. It’s memories, milestones, and sometimes the start of a completely new season in life. We’re grateful to have been trusted to help guide the process every step of the way.

Wishing our seller nothing but happiness and success in this next chapter ❤️

05/18/2026

MIDDLESEX COUNTY MARKET
MONDAY - APRIL 2026
The spring market is still moving fast for single family homes in Middlesex County ••
Here's your quick monthly snapshot:
743 new listings hit the market
Average list price: $649,900
Average sale price: $600,000
Homes sold for an average of 101.8% of asking
price
Average days on market: just 28 days
308 homes sold in April
What does this mean?
Well-priced homes are still creating strong competition, and buyers are continuing to act quickly when the right home hits the market. Sellers are still holding solid negotiating power in many areas throughout Middlesex County.
If you've been thinking about buying, selling, or just wondering what your home could be worth in today's market, now is a great time to start the conversation.
DM us anytime for local market insight specific
to your town.

05/18/2026

05/16/2026

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