In December 2024, the U.S. housing market experienced a significant surge in home delistings, reaching a nine-year high. This trend was mirrored in New Jersey, where the real estate landscape exhibited notable shifts. National Overview Nationwide, approximately 73,000...

Cookstove Demonstrations Saturdays, March 1, 15 & 29 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel See what's cooking on the woodstove and discover how recipes, cooking techniques, and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE! Splendid Spring Strolls...

As consumer credit cards accounted for 32% of payments, and debit cards for another 30%, cash accounted for only 16% during the first quarter of 2023, the Fed reported. Within that context, in today's digital age, the real estate industry faces an ever-growing threat...

U.S. existing-home sales advanced for the third straight month, climbing 2.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million units, a 10-month high, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Sales were up 9.3% year-over year, driven largely by...

What It Means for New Jersey's Real Estate Market The U.S. housing market continued to face challenges as existing-home sales dropped 4.9% in January, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.08 million, according to the National Association of Realtors. This...

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Estate planning is a crucial process for ensuring that a person's assets are distributed according to their wishes after they pass away. However, title issues can significantly complicate this process, potentially derailing even the most carefully crafted estate...

Monmouth County, New Jersey, is rapidly emerging as a major player in the film industry, earning the moniker "Hollywood East." This transformation is driven by a combination of generous tax incentives, diverse filming locations, and a growing pool of skilled...

The Changing Landscape of Real Estate Brokerage: What It Means for New Jersey The real estate industry has weathered significant shifts in recent years, and as we move through 2025, the landscape for brokerage firms continues to evolve. At Counsellors Title Agency, we...

The homebuilders’ 2025 supply and demand problem  New home sales grew over last month in the latest Census report, but homebuilders are now facing a supply issue — their inventory is building up. This is the reason why housing starts are at recession levels today....

Counsellors Title Agency will be closed President's Day, Tuesday, February 17th. We will reopen Tuesday February 18th at 8:30am. BREAKING NEWS - CFPB Closes Headquarters  Last week, President Trump announced that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent would assume the role...

New Jersey is home to several romantic locations that offer the perfect backdrop for a memorable date or getaway. Here are some of the most famous romantic spots in the Garden State: 1. Cape May Known for its Victorian charm, Cape May is a picturesque seaside town...