Looking for the value of your home?
Whether you are considering a move, planning for the future or simply looking to understand your equity position, there are some things you should consider when deciding the best way to discover the value of your home. Let’s talk about the different ways someone can figure out the value of their home: Asking a neighbor […]
So Much to Do When Buying or Selling a House
OVERWHELMED? Please don’t be, we are here to help, every step of the way. Whether you are selling a house or buying a house, it probably seems like there is SO much to do. You aren’t wrong, and it is our mission to create a positive buying and selling process for you. Maybe you need […]
Want Top Dollar for Your House? Now’s the Time To List It.
Want Top Dollar for Your House? Now’s the Time To List It. When you’re selling any item, you usually want to sell it for the greatest profit possible. That happens when there’s a strong demand and a limited supply for that item. In the real estate market, that time is right now. If you’re thinking […]
Thinking about selling?
Thinking about selling your home but not sure where you’ll go: Your home is worth more today than it was six months ago, it is worth more than it was a year ago, and it is absolutely worth more than it was three years ago. While the pace of appreciation will likely slow down, all […]
Buying a House – Step by Step
You’ve been to many open houses, you’ve been on many home tours with us, you found the home of your dreams and finally your offer has been accepted! Congratulations are in order! But what are you supposed to do now? While we are here to help guide you through the process, it’s still important to […]
Offer Accepted – Now What?
A quick review on what happens after an offer is accepted an offer: It gets signed and sent to an attorney for review. If neither party uses an attorney the contract becomes binding after three days. That rarely happens as pretty much everyone uses an attorney. When one of the attorneys sends the first letter […]
Home Inspection – What to Expect
Twelve issues commonly found during home inspections; especially in homes built more than 10 or 15 years ago. These things are easily remediated; as such, it is not a bad idea to run through the list and nip some in the bud if you can! Once, the house is SOLD and you have made it […]
Fire Prevention Tips
Ten things you can do to prevent a house fire in six scenarios A free burning fire can double in size every 60 seconds. Help your family to recognize some of the most common ways that fires can start. Unattended cooking on your stove top. Do not leave the kitchen with food cooking on your […]
Home Inspection Tips for Sellers
Okay, the house is SOLD! You have made it through attorney review, the buyers have applied for their mortgage and they have hired an inspector. Here are some home inspection tips for sellers – what can you do now and what repairs might be needed after home inspection? I advise that you NOT be at […]
Top Projects for Best Return on Investment
Happy New Year! Here at Basking-Ridge-Real-Estate, we hope you had an amazing break and some fun celebrations. Did the flu skip over your home? We weren’t that lucky, but everyone seems to be feeling better now, and we are happy to still have some of the kids home for the remainder of their winter break. […]