Donna Frankowski, Realtor

12/10/2023

If you are interested in knowing what your home could sell for, please contact me for a free analysis. Happy holidays.

06/14/2023

Commemorating Flag Day, as we honor the Stars and Stripes that symbolize our nation's unity, freedom, and sacrifice. Let's celebrate the enduring spirit of America and cherish the flag that represents our shared values and history.

06/05/2023

Our area is seeing some low inventory in the real estate market. This is something you need to pay close attention to if you’re thinking of selling your home. Inventory in real estate terms refers to how many homes are on the market at any given time.

When there are many homes on the market, buyers have more choices and more power. When there are fewer homes, more competition exists for buyers, which gives the seller the upper hand.

With the right strategies, you can leverage this fact and maximize the profit you make on selling your home.

Want to find out proven strategies to sell your home for max ROI in a low inventory market? Reach out, and see what strategies you should use!

06/02/2023

June is National Homeowners month. Check out the reasons why homeownership may be important to you.

June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a perfect time to think about all the benefits that come with owning your home.

05/29/2023

Today we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their bravery and selflessness will never be forgotten.

05/22/2023

A few days can’t be improved by a nice glass of cab sav or chardonnay. To be honest, the same thing can be said about buying a home! Buying a house has many benefits, including… 🏠 Building equity 🏠 Diversifying your investment portfolio 🏠 Providing a space that you can make your own 🏠 Becoming a place for you to live your best life Yes, just like your glass of wine has antioxidants, buying a home has benefits that can help you live a life you love and build your future. So as you pour your next glass, think about whether a house may be in your future!

05/20/2023

Can't decide whether to rent or buy...this article is for you. If you have any questions about the market here in New Jersey, contact me.

Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year?

05/15/2023

This is your wake-up call! Now is the time to wake up and chase those dreams. You could choose to sleep on them for a while longer… But if you do that, then who knows how many unique opportunities you’ll be missing out on? It doesn’t take a lot of time or energy to start chasing your dreams. What are you doing today to chase your dreams?

05/02/2023

It's not too late to do that spring cleaning you've been putting off 🧼 🧹 Stop here for a list of home maintenance ideas that you can implement this month.

What's on your to-do list this month?

03/08/2023

Thinking about selling your home this spring? Then do these things first so you can sell for top dollar!

By decluttering, tackling outdoor repairs, and getting your home ready for listing photos, you’ll be able to show your home’s best features to potential buyers.

After you declutter, you’ll be able to hold a garage sale to get some extra cash, which is always helpful when you’re about to move!

But the most important thing to do to get your home ready to sell this spring is to get a home valuation from your agent.

This home valuation will give you the information you need to see how much you can list your home for and stats on your local market to make selling much more manageable.

When you do these things with a great real estate agent by your side, you’ll be ready to succeed at selling your home this spring!

03/03/2023

A common question when thinking about selling your home is: "How much is my home worth?" Here's how you can find out:
✨ Get a comparative market analysis: Though not as detailed as a professional appraisal, a CMA evaluates the home and market to provide an estimate of value for listing purposes.

✨ Hire a professional appraiser: Lenders require a home appraisal before approving a mortgage, but as a property owner, you can hire an appraiser to estimate the home value at any time.

✨ Pulling comps: Well over half of U.S. homeowners estimated their home’s value by looking at comparable properties. Pulling comps is one way to determine market value without using an appraiser.

Finding your home value doesn't need to be an intimidating process.
Send a DM if you want to find out how much your home is worth.