Starlet Ferguson New Jersey Real Estate Agent

04/14/2026

Most sellers think they have time to “adjust” after listing, but in Wayne?

The first week on the market usually decides everything.

How much attention your home gets
How buyers perceive it
How strong your offers are (or aren’t)

Here’s what most people don’t realize:

👉 your home gets the MOST exposure the moment it hits the market
👉 serious buyers are watching and ready
👉 if it doesn’t hit right, they pull back fast

And once that momentum is gone, it’s very hard to get it back.

This is exactly what I break down in my final post of my series Behind the Scenes of Selling a Home.

If you’re thinking about selling in Wayne (even just starting to think about it), this is the part you don’t want to get wrong.

Read it at the link in my bio.

Everyone focuses on the day their home hits the market. The photos. The listing going live. The first showing. But here’s what most sellers don’t realize: The first 5–7 days quietly determine how your entire sale will go. Not in a dramatic way. In a subtle, behind-the-scenes, buyer-behavior ki

04/02/2026

Drop your answer 👇

(Most people get this wrong… and spend way more than they need to)

If you’re in Wayne or Packanack, I’ll tell you exactly what actually moves the needle here without over-improving.

Answer in the comments below. 👇

03/20/2026

Spring Season is starting to heat up! Check out the latest listings in Wayne, NJ.

Properties for sale - Connect with a Keller Willams agent, your local real estate expert, to search for properties.

03/17/2026

Wishing everyone a happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️
Whether you're celebrating with family, friends, or just enjoying the first blooms of spring around town, I hope the day brings a little extra good fortune your way.

I’m grateful to live and work in such a great community.

Starlet Ferguson | REALTOR®
Keller Williams Prosperity Realty | Wayne, NJ
📱 862-226-9281
📧 [email protected]

03/12/2026

Most homeowners think about sale price when they imagine selling their home. But the real number that matters is what you actually walk away with after closing.

Behind the scenes, real estate agents use something called a net sheet to estimate a seller’s proceeds before a home even hits the market.

Even if selling isn’t on your radar, it can answer questions like:

• Do I have enough equity to sell comfortably?
• What price would meet my financial goals?
• How much cash could I have for my next purchase?
• Would improvements change my net?

I broke it down in Week 4 of my Behind the Scenes of Selling a Home series.

🔗 Read the blog in the link in my bio or copy & paste:
https://www.waynenjrealestate.com/posts/behind-the-scenes-of-selling-a-home-week-4-what-sellers-actually-walk-away-with

Starlet Ferguson | Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Prosperity | Wayne, NJ

03/05/2026

Wayne homeowners, Spring will be here before you know it! 🌷

After the winter we had in North Jersey, this is usually the time of year many homeowners start checking a few things around the house.

• Clean gutters and check downspouts for drainage issues
• Inspect siding, trim, and exterior paint for winter wear
• Check outdoor faucets and irrigation lines
• Look for grading or drainage issues around the foundation after snow melt
• Refresh mulch or landscaping to boost curb appeal

I put together a Spring Home Prep Checklist for Wayne homeowners with a more complete list of things to check around the house.

If you'd like the checklist, you can grab it here:
https://www.waynenjrealestate.com/contact

Or just comment SPRING and I'll send it to you.

What’s the first outdoor project you usually tackle once the weather warms up?

Starlet Ferguson
Licensed NJ Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Prosperity | Wayne

Contact Starlet Ferguson real estate expert for help in Wayne, NJ and surrounding areas. Reach out for personalized assistance and real estate guidance today.

03/05/2026

Wayne’s housing market stayed competitive this February.

Only 9 single-family homes sold in Wayne during the month, showing that inventory remains tight. When homes do hit the market, buyers are still ready to move.

Here’s what the numbers looked like:

• Median Sold Price: $725,000
• Median Days on Market: 35 days
• Median Sold Price vs. List Price: 102%

Homes are still selling above asking price on average, which tells us that well-priced homes are continuing to attract strong buyer demand.

Because only 9 homes closed in February, each listing has a bigger impact on the market. Pricing, marketing, and preparation can dramatically change how quickly a home sells and for how much.

03/04/2026

Most sellers think selling a home starts when the sign goes up. In reality, the real work begins weeks (sometimes months) before that moment.

Week 3 of my series: Behind the Scenes of Selling a Home, I'm breaking down the timelines sellers rarely see. Everything that happens from the first conversation to closing day.

Understanding this timeline can help sellers reduce stress, avoid surprises, and position their home for the best outcome.

If you're even thinking about selling in the next year or two, knowing the process early can make a huge difference.

Read the full breakdown here and catch up on Weeks 1 & 2 here:
🔗 https://www.waynenjrealestate.com/posts/behind-the-scenes-of-selling-a-home-2

What part of the selling process do you wish more agents explained upfront? Comment below 👇

Starlet Ferguson | Realtor
Keller Williams Prosperity | Wayne, NJ

02/26/2026

If you're wondering what’s happening in the Wayne market today, here’s the real-time snapshot:

🏡 37 active homes
📝 13 under attorney review
💰 Price range: $50,000 – $1,999,999

We also have (3) four-bedroom homes coming soon, listed at:
• $789,000
• $897,000
• $1,699,000

Several homes have now been active for 30+ days, with some sitting even longer.

That’s partly due to:
• Winter weather
• Time of year
• Fewer active buyers in the market right now

What does that mean?
For sellers → pricing and presentation matter more than ever.
For buyers → this could create a real opportunity to negotiate on price or terms.

If you’d like a breakdown specific to your price range or neighborhood, I’m happy to run the numbers.

02/17/2026

Wayne Market Snapshot for this week:

10 properties have come on the market in the last 7 days
Prices range from $50,000 – $1,699,000
2 Coming Soon listings entering the market:
3 Bedroom/2.5 bath & 4 Bedroom/4.5 bath

If you’d like details on any of these homes, private showings, disclosures, comps or neighborhood insight, message me directly.

📲 862-226-9281
📩 [email protected]
Keller Williams Prosperity | Wayne