U.S. existing-home sales rose 3.4% month-over-month and 2.9% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.96 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations for the month and marking the first annual gain since July 2021, according to the National...

This year’s top real estate markets revealed a significant trend: the rise of exurbs. These smaller towns, located beyond traditional suburbs but still within commuting distance of major cities, are becoming increasingly attractive. The shift to hybrid work models has...

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A new era has dawned on the retail landscape as many large chains are shutting underperforming stores or filing for bankruptcy to bring an end to some of the most iconic names in the industry. Included in that list is Party City, once the largest party supply retailer...

CEO Delivers Difficult News In a video conference meeting on Friday, the corporate employees were advised by the CEO Barry Litwin that operations are "winding down," effective immediately, and that the day would mark their last with the company. They were told there...

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Job Title: Full-Time Closer/Settlement Coordinator Location: Toms River, New Jersey (On-Site) About the Role: Counsellors Title Agency is seeking an experienced Full-Time Closer/Settlement Coordinator to join our dedicated team in Toms River, New Jersey. This position...

By: Anthony DiMaio According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, the risk of dangerous falls is a growing concern among older adults, especially as New Jersey’s population ages. For real estate agents, understanding and addressing these risks is vital, as...

Hudson County Single Family Homes for October  Key Metrics       2023       2024      Change New Listings      100         103      + 3.0% Closed Sales      70           49      – 30.0% DOM*                  41           31      – 24.4% Median PX        $514K   ...

Climate Risks Reshaping Preferences Coastal areas in New Jersey have not been strangers to climate challenges. Growing risks of flooding and storms are pushing buyers toward locations with less exposure to natural disasters. Counsellors Title helps protect these...

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As we dive head-first into 2025, New Jersey and the surrounding region's real estate remains in flux. Below, Redfin enumerates the trends that will define the 2025 market, a roadmap of real value for agents, attorneys, loan officers, and homeowners alike. Based in...