Buying a home is stressful and overwhelming, especially for a first-time homebuyer. For almost all buyers, purchasing a home will be the single largest financial transaction in your life. More often than not, this important decision is being made based on only having...
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Resolve real estate disputes without going to trial
Real estate transactions can be complex, and given the personal nature of a real estate investment, it's not surprising that disputes arise throughout the process of finalizing the deal. While real estate disputes are relatively common, it's important to understand...
Options to help a child purchase a home
Steadily increasing home values in New Jersey, together with growing student loan debt, means that buying a home remains out of reach for many millennials. However, with interest rates still relatively low and the housing bubble well behind us, buying a home is truly...
What do I need to know about refinancing?
The good news for homeowners in New Jersey is that home prices are up 5 percent in the past year. Mortgage interest rates are still reasonable, as well. As of the time of this writing, a 15 year home loan, which is popular for homeowners looking to refinance, is being...
Why a good real estate attorney matters in your home purchase
You may have heard people say you don't really need an attorney when buying or selling a home. I guess you really don't need a dentist if you have a toothache, or a plumber if your pipes are leaking. Nevertheless, it's probably a very good idea to have one. While no...
Six tips that give you the advantage when selling your home
Ever notice how many different kinds of cereal are in the cereal aisle in your local grocery store? The real estate market is a lot like that, and your home is just one box of cereal in that appealing wall of colorful boxes. If you want to sell your home, how can you...
How your credit score affects how much you’ll pay for a home
A home is the largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime. And no one would claim that buying a home is an easy process. Negotiations, offers, counteroffers, qualification, down payments, mortgage rates, mortgage terms, and many other items are individual...
Six reasons why you should have a good Realtor
When buying or selling a home, it's perfectly normal to want the best deal you can get-right? Many people think that trying to go it alone-without a Realtor-is a great way to save. After all, both the Seller and Buyer feel they can save thousands of dollars by...
Want to sell your home? Here’s how to begin the process
Selling your home can be a time-consuming process that can quickly turn into a stressful and overwhelming experience. In many cases, you may also have to coordinate the sale and your move with the purchase of a new home, which can exponentially increase the stress. To...
Beware of title defects before you close
If you are considering purchasing a home in New Jersey, it is important for you to ensure that the person selling it to you has clear title to the property. If you fail to address any title issues before you close, you may later find it difficult to sell the home,...
