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Posted on 09/25/2020

What Home Buyers Want in 2020: Key Features and Selling Points for the New Decade

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Energy Efficiency As home buyers become younger and younger, energy-efficient structures become more popular. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the most sought-after green features in a home include: Energy-Star rated windows and appliances. Toilets that conserve water. Tankless water heaters. Solar panels. Extra insulation. Triple-paned glass in windows and...

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Posted on 09/18/2020

Tips for Selling to Savvy Buyers

Image by wavebreakmedia from Shutterstock If you've owned your house for a long time and are putting it on the market, take time to consider how the buying and selling process has changed. Today’s buyers are both smart and cautious. They have access to more information than was possible a decade ago. Research shows that buyers begin shopping...

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Posted on 09/11/2020

Add a Rain Chain to Your Garden

Image by Kaitong Yepoon from Shutterstock Rain in its due time is every gardener's dream. Saving and reusing rainwater is a great way to save resources for the garden. One way to collect rainwater and store it for future use is to install a rain chain. A decorative rain chain can be used in place of a downspout...

Posted on 09/04/2020

Tips for Sellers: Identify Your Target Buyer

For those who want to enjoy a successful home selling experience, identifying your target buyer is key. Because if you understand why buyers may choose your residence over other available houses, you can promote your home to the right groups of buyers. And as a result, you may be better equipped than ever before to streamline the house selling...

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Posted on 08/28/2020

Why Going Green May Make Your HOA See Red

Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...

Posted on 08/21/2020

Consider Cost of Living Differences when Relocating

Image by Wellnhofer Designs from Shutterstock When you’re relocating you search for a property and learn the real estate market in your new area. Are you also looking at what the general cost of living is in your new city? The cost of living can be very different from state to state and city to city. Here are...

Posted on 09/19/2020

Another Property Sold - 512 S Maple Avenue, Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Posted on 09/15/2020

Another Property Sold - 226 Nathan Drive, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077

Posted on 09/12/2020

Video Tour - 116 Rancocas Avenue, Riverside, NJ 08075

Here is the Oasis you have been looking for. Starting outside, here is where you can unwind in your fenced in backyard with a large deck, inground swimming pool, pool house with electric, bathroom, refrigerator, and sink, and plenty of yard to still do gardening, relax, or run around. Keep your pool tools & gardening equipment in the convenient shed next to the pool house. On the other side of the pool house is a garage with the extended paved driveway. The garage does have electricity. Come inside your front door after you walk throuh the very large patio. Your 1st floor has original polished hardwood flooring. The family room has...

Posted on 09/12/2020

116 Rancocas Avenue, Riverside, NJ 08075 is now new to the market!

Here is the Oasis you have been looking for. Starting outside, here is where you can unwind in your fenced in backyard with a large deck, inground swimming pool, pool house with electric, bathroom, refrigerator, and sink, and plenty of yard to still do gardening, relax, or run around. Keep your pool tools & gardening equipment in the convenient shed next to the pool house. On the other side of the pool house is a garage with the extended paved driveway. The garage does have electricity. Come inside your front door after you walk throuh the very large patio. Your 1st floor has original polished hardwood flooring. The family room has...

Posted on 08/30/2020

Video Tour - 1 Mill Road, Shamong, NJ 08088

This home has so much charm & character with its unique style and sits on a corner lot in desirable Shamong. The large family room has picture windows that surround you with nature and is the perfect place for relaxing or enteraining. The family room has its own kitchen area, recessed lighting to create the perfect atmosphere, surround sound speakers, newer carpet, hardwood flooring, a custom railing, and a full bath. As you walk through the house, there is another gathering room that is currently being used for a game of pool. The kitchen faces the back yard with ample viewing through the boxed Pella window and slider. The...

Posted on 08/30/2020

1 Mill Road, Shamong, NJ 08088 is now new to the market!

This home has so much charm & character with its unique style and sits on a corner lot in desirable Shamong. The large family room has picture windows that surround you with nature and is the perfect place for relaxing or enteraining. The family room has its own kitchen area, recessed lighting to create the perfect atmosphere, surround sound speakers, newer carpet, hardwood flooring, a custom railing, and a full bath. As you walk through the house, there is another gathering room that is currently being used for a game of pool. The kitchen faces the back yard with ample viewing through the boxed Pella window and slider. The...