Negotiating – Should you go up, come down or hold strong?
I just answered a question on Trulia Voices – a potential home buyer is wondering if she should meet the seller’s counter. The property was listed for $350,000, they offered $310,000, got a counter for $335,000, responded with $317,000 and the seller has come back with $325,000. I answered as follows: “How far is $325,000 […]
Repair or Replace Appliances?
There’s nothing worse than having a major appliance break, especially since most people depend heavily on their dish washer and laundry machines. Then, there is the inevitable choice that must be made: whether to repair it or just get a new one. Of course, the primary factor to consider when making a decision is […]
What SOLD in Basking Ridge this past week? What’s new?
10/24/2009 – 10/30/2009 3 properties went under contract this past week in Basking Ridge (another quiet week here in town) There are an additional 6 properties that are working through attorney review which means they have accepted offers and lawyers are working through the contract details. One thing that I have noticed recently is that properites […]
More information about the tax credit
Last night I posted with a question mark – because I just wasn’t sure if the news about the tax credit was official. Around 4:00 this afternoon, we received information from the NJ Association of Realtors (NCJAR) that clarified the buzz we’ve been hearing. That message follows: “Within the past 72 hours, some misinformation regarding […]
Tax Credit Extended?
I post this with a question mark becuase I’m not 100% sure – but MSNBC is reporting tonight that the first time home buyer tax credit is being extended as well as expanded. Key points include: Current $8,000 for first time home buyers will be available through June, 2010 (must be under contract before the […]
What SOLD in Basking Ridge NJ this week? What’s new to the Market?
10/17/2009 – 10/23/2009 3 properties went under contract this past week in Basking Ridge (a quiet week here in town): There are an additional 5 properties that are working through attorney review which means they have accepted offers and lawyers are working through the contract details. One thing that I have noticed recently is that properites […]
What is needed for a Short Sale?
I recently attended a Weichert sales meeting at which a local real estate attorney was a guest speaker. He was there to help us help our clients navigate through short sales. He is one of the only attorneys that I know of who has a dedicated staff member to communicate with the banks and keep […]
Top 10 Reasons to move to Basking Ridge, NJ
As one of the most highly regarded communities in New Jersey, Basking Ridge provides many opportunities for everyone. I enjoy living here and I am honored to be able to confidently market the homes in this community! The following 10 reasons for living here come from the top of my head, but I doubt that anyone would […]
Did you know? Basking Ridge Community Information
In researching for an upcoming post (Top Ten Reasons to Live in Basking Ridge) I came across the following information. I had no idea that you can dedicate a living memorial in one of our township parks! Each fall, trees are planted to honor the memory of a deceased relative, friend, or member of […]
What SOLD in Basking Ridge this week, what is NEW?
10/10/2009 – 10/16/2009 10 properties went under contract this past week in Basking Ridge There are an additional 6 properties that are working through attorney review which means they have accepted offers and lawyers are working through the contract details. There are only 187 properties currently for sale in Basking Ridge, this is really low […]