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Jersey Shore Expecting Record Crowds for 2024 Part 1

As the summer of 2024 approaches, the Jersey Shore emerges as a serious destination for day-trippers and weekend warriors seeking sun, sand, and a myriad of activities that tend to making great memories. With boardwalks, shore town sidewalks, refreshing beaches, and a...

Commercial Foreclosures Spike 117%

Commercial real estate foreclosures spike 117% over the last 12 months according to ATTOM.  Interest rates and hybrid economy are hitting commercial real estate hard. According to ATTOM, "The report reveals a continued increase in commercial foreclosures over the...

Maximizing Your Real Estate Success in Spring-Summer 2024

As the Spring-Summer 2024 season unfolds, home sellers are seeking agents who can offer expertise, effective marketing strategies, strong negotiation skills, comprehensive support, and a robust local network. By identifying and partnering with top agents, sellers can...

Title Premiums Fall 31%

According to the American Land Title Association, total tile premiums fell 31% in 2023. The total revenue generated from title insurance in 2023 was reported to be $15.1 billion in premiums, representing a 31% drop from 2022. In 2022, the total premiums generated for...

Farms in Monmouth & Ocean Counties

In Monmouth and Ocean Counties, New Jersey, there are several farms that offer fantastic experiences for visitors of all ages, including children. Here are five of the best farms to visit in the area, along with what they offer and why they are worth a visit:...

June A Great Month to Buy a Home

June remains an excellent month to buy a home in New Jersey for several compelling reasons: Optimal Weather: June typically offers pleasant weather conditions in New Jersey, with mild temperatures and longer daylight hours. This makes it an ideal time for house...

March Sales for Bergen & Passaic Counties

Bergen and Passaic Counties Bergen County Single Family Homes for March Key Metrics         2023       2024     Change New Listings        716        531     – 25.8% Closed Sales       398        321     – 19.3% DOM*                   52         41       – 21.2%...

March Sales for Morris & Middlesex Counties

Morris County Single Family Homes for March Key Metrics       2023       2024      Change New Listings      418        389      – 6.9% Closed Sales      274        221    – 19.6% DOM*                  45         37       – 17.8% Median PX       $609K   $686K     +...

March Sales for Monmouth & Ocean Counties

Monmouth County Single Family Homes for March Key Metrics       2023       2024      Change New Listings      624        568      – 6.1% Closed Sales     414        316      – 23.7% DOM*                 52         49      – 5.8% Median PX        $597K  $680K   + ...

NJ Existing Home Sales Decrease

U.S. existing-home sales improved for the second month in a row, jumping 9.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations and marking the largest monthly gain in a year, according to the National Association of...

Interest Rates Hit 7.89%

According to the website Bankrate, the 30-year-fixed mortgage hit 7.896% on April 22nd. This trajectory of interest rates for home mortgages continues to escalate, creating a greater demand upon buyers not only for down payments but also in their monthly budgets for...

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