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Is 2019 A Good Time to Buy a Home?

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What style of architecture once dominated Bergen County?

What style of architecture once dominated Bergen County? A. Cape Cod B. Dutch Colonial C. Ranch-Style D. Bi-Level If you think the answer is Dutch Colonial, you know your stuff! Like New York City and the Hudson Valley, Bergen County … Continue reading

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Four Ways to Set Yourself Up for Home Hunting Success

Buying a home is a big deal. For most homebuyers, a real estate purchase is one of the largest financial transactions they will make. This is why it is crucial to take your time, prepare, do research, ask questions, and … Continue reading

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Should I Renovate or Buy a New Home?

It’s a question many a homeowner has asked him or herself at one point or another: should I remodel or relocate? When you come to that fork in the road, knowing the right questions to address — not only with … Continue reading

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Finding a Home in Today’s New Jersey Real Estate Market

You may have noticed some news headlines flying indicating that we are in a seller’s real estate market in New Jersey and around the country. In some cases — or rather, some places — we are. But there’s good news … Continue reading

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How to Downsize Your Home and What to Expect

If you are considering moving from a larger home to a smaller one, it’s important to know what to expect from the process. As a first step, we recommend meeting with real estate and mortgage professionals, who can help you … Continue reading

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Refinancing: Options and Benefits

When it comes to being a homeowner, there is no such thing as, “one size fits all,” and refinancing is no exception. In November 2012, refinancings were up 71.2% over the same period in 2011, according to the Mortgage Bankers … Continue reading

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Housing Affordability Index Favors Buyers in New Jersey

According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), 2012 will go down as a record year for favorable housing affordability conditions, and a great year for buyers who qualified for a mortgage. In New Jersey, not only are housing prices … Continue reading

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