Mortgage Applications Increase

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Applications Survey (BAS) data for December 2017 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 7.8 percent compared to December 2016. Compared to November 2017, applications decreased by 18 percent relative...

Celebration of Martin Luther King’s Birthday

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America. We commemorate as well the timeless values he taught us through his example — the values of courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and...

Oysters Helping Jersey Fight the Surge

Dunes and Oyster Reefs Possible Answer Efforts are underway in the state to invest $20 million a year of taxpayer revenues to fund grants that will help towns launch projects using natural and organic materials such as wetlands, oyster reefs, barrier reefs and dune...

Home Builder Confidence Stronger

According to a report issued by the National Association of Home Builders [NAHB], builder confidence jumped in December, reflecting the strength of a resurging economy. The NAHB monthly reading of homebuilder sentiment climbed 5 points to hit 74, which is the highest...