Category: Real Estate

2026 Housing Market Outlook

11/4/2025

By Beverly Sackman, Weichert Realtors
After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same. With all of the affordability challenges at play over the past few years, many would-be movers pressed pause. But that pause button isn’t going to last forever. There are always people who need to move. And experts think more of them will start to act in 2026. What’s behind the change?

Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House

9/25/2025

By Beverly Sackman, Weichert Realtors
Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand picked up considerably once mortgage rates hit a new low for 2025. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reports that applications for home loans were up 23% compared to the first week of September last year. If you’ve been waiting to sell, or your listing recently expired because the market was slower than you hoped it would be, now’s the time to reconsider your move.

The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading

7/21/2025

By Beverly Sackman, Weichert Realtors
There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And spoiler alert – it’s not a crash. Yes, in some local markets, prices are flattening or even dipping slightly this year as more homes hit the market. That’s normal with rising inventory. But the bigger picture is what really matters, and it’s far less dramatic than what the doom-and-gloom headlines suggest. Here’s why.

Algae Resistant Shingles for Moss Prevention - How To Stop Moss Growth

5/27/2025

By Julia Bykhovskaia, Golden Dragon Roofing
If you live in Northern New Jersey, you may have noticed your roof has patches of green moss or black streaks. Moss and algae thrive in your area, making your roof unattractive with these marks. To restore and maintain your roof’s appearance and reliability, it is crucial you understand why this happens and how to prevent it. You may want to consider copper-infused shingles for moss prevention, safeguarding your home investment.

Homeowners Have Near-Record Amounts of Equity

4/28/2025

By Beverly Sackman, Weichert Realtors

You may not know it, but your house could be a hidden goldmine. Here’s why... Over the last 5 years, home prices have grown by nearly 60%. And, since most people have lived in their homes for even longer than that, a lot are finding out their home’s value has really skyrocketed.

Re-Side Your Home, Refresh Your Curb Appeal

7/13/2023

By Amanda Hollenbeck, George J. Keller & Sons
Revitalizing the appearance of your home through a re-siding project is an exciting endeavor. Not only does it enhance your home's curb appeal, but it also strengthens its defense against the elements However, understanding the step-by-step process and considering the associated costs are vital before embarking on your dream exterior project. In this blog post, we will guide you through the captivating stages of re-siding your home while shedding light on key cost considerations.

Any Property Tax Relief From COVID-19 Impact?

12/1/2020

by Richard De Angelis & Thomas Olson of McKirdy, Riskin, Olson & DellaPelle, P.C.
As 2020 draws to a close (and not a moment too soon) we are all hopeful for a better 2021. Regardless of whether the spread of Covid-19 is slowed, or the civil unrest in our cities calms, the economic pain of 2020 will likely linger through next year. No industries have experienced this pain more, in terms of immediacy and impact, than retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and personal service establishments. And while elected officials debate programs to try to lessen the sting, one area rarely discussed is property tax relief.

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