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New Listing in Raritan Borough
794 Ashton Street Pride of ownership is evident in this expanded ranch featuring a spacious cook’s kitchen, and a second level primary suite with two
New Listing in Basking Ridge: 3 Magnolia Path in The Cedars
Spacious two bedroom duplex with finished basement in a premium location in The Cedars. The wrap-around deck overlooks a grassy yard and is accessed from
Choosing the Right Price for Your Somerset County House Still Matters
You can’t list the house high just because it’s a seller’s market. While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during 2021 and 2022, homes
Don’t Wait for the Rates to Drop – 3% Won’t happen!
If you’ve decided to postpone buying a home because of the current interest rates, it’s possible that you could wait longer than you’d planned.
Mind Blowing Market Value Shift
This blows my mind. And I SELL REAL ESTATE! Yesterday, I did an analysis for a client where I pulled single family home sales for
Just SOLD in Gillette, NJ
807 Long Hill Rd – just sold for $585,000 in Gillette, New Jersey This brick-front ranch with wonderful winter views was the perfect house for
Current Housing Inventory Is Great for Sellers
Today’s Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers The real estate market is currently facing a significant challenge: there are very few homes available
Just SOLD in Basking Ridge
6 Addison Drive, Basking Ridge just sold! The sellers received seven offers; three of which were stellar, putting our client in a terrific position with
New home for Sale in Basking Ridge
7 Gelsey Lane, Spring Ridge This new home for sale in Basking Ridge is in a great location on a cul-de-sac with a great rear
Just SOLD in Berkeley Heights New Jersey
26 Pine Grove Road: Just Sold in Berkeley Heights New Jersey One happy home buyer found their dream home in Berkeley Heights! This stunning four-bedroom,
Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
Look at this and then tell me what you think. Is real estate a good investment? www.TheBlanchardTeam.com Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a
When Did You Buy Your Basking Ridge Home?
Can you believe how long you’ve owned your home? They say that the days are long, but the years are short. Having been in our
New Listing: 60 Cherry Lane Basking Ridge NJ
Welcome to Basking Ridge’s newest listing: 60 Cherry Lane brought to you by top real estate agent Jennifer Blanchard at Berkshire Hathaway. Welcome to this
New Listing: 76 Morgan Lane Basking Ridge NJ
Welcome to Basking Ridge’s newest listing: 76 Morgan Lane brought to you by top real estate agent Jennifer Blanchard at Berkshire Hathaway. Stunning Bocina built
What is your home WORTH?
Did you know that property values have increased significantly over the last few years? Most homeowners have more equity than they realize, and believe it
What You Need To Know About Home Price News
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will released its latest Existing Home Sales Report last month. The information it contained on home prices may have
Things to Do Around Basking Ridge
How close is Basking Ridge NJ to al of your favorite things? Watch this video to find out! Location, location, location. That’s what it is
Best Coffee, Sandwiches and Party Platters in Basking Ridge | Local Business Shout Out
Looking for a great cup of coffee? Check out this local cafe. Is the best place to get a cup of coffee in Basking Ridge!
May Market Update Video – NJ Real Estate
In this month’s Market Update, I cover everything going on in the world of real estate: showing activity, the job market, unemployment levels, recessions, equity,
Buyer Activity Is Up in Basking Ridge Despite Higher Mortgage Rates
Buyer Activity Is Up Despite Higher Mortgage Rates If you’re a Basking Ridge homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still
New Listing in Basking Ridge
New Listing in Basking Ridge offered at $1,075,000 6 Addison Drive, Basking Ridge This Basking Ridge neighborhood is one of the best! Adjacent to Pleasant
New Listing in Gillette, Long Hill Township
807 Long Hill Road New Listing in Gillette, New Jersey: 807 Long Hill Road Brick front ranch with wonderful winter views! Hardwood floors, exposed beams,
Don’t Make These Mortgage Application Mistakes
Did you just submit your mortgage application? Don’t Make These Mistakes! Like many people do in the new year, you might be getting ready to
EXCLUSIVE New Listing in Basking Ridge
An exclusive new listing in Basking Ridge offered at $2,470,000 and available for private showings by appointment. This beautiful Center Hall Colonial is located at
New Listing in Berkeley Heights
26 Pine Grove Road New Listing in Berkeley Heights: 26 Pine Grove Road Looking for your dream home in Berkeley Heights? Look no further! This
Why Buying a Home Is a Sound Decision
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you want to know the decision will be a good one. For many, that means thinking about projected
What Are My Closing Costs?
Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised
Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices?
Here is What’s Going on with Home Prices The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up
Pre-approval in 2023
Getting Pre-approved: What You Need To Know One of the first steps in your 2023 homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important
High Mortgage Rates Got You Down?
High interest rates might be concerning you. Let us help you navigate the issues.
What’s Your Word of the Year?
Resolutions are so last year! In keeping with past Januarys, I’ve chosen a word of the year. Unlike resolutions that lose their luster early in the year,
Mortgage Rates are Going Up
Do you know what that really means for you? If Mortgage Rates are Going Up, do you need to sit this out and wait for
A Flood of Foreclosures?
flood of foreclosures or fear-mongering fanatics? The market is not going to crash like it did in 2008. Basking Ridge Real estate expert Jennifer Blanchard explains why.
What Does a Cooling Real Estate Market Really Mean?
What Does a Cooling Real Estate Market Really Mean? An informative article and video from Christy Budnick, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Brought to you by Jennifer Blanchard of The Blanchard Team in Basking Ridge New Jersey.
When is the Final Walkthrough?
Q. (From a buyer): When should I schedule my final walkthrough and how much time should I allow? What am I looking for when I’m
What do Closing Costs Look Like for a Buyer?
The sales price has the biggest influence on closing costs, but other factors come into play as well, including geographic location, loan type and amount,
How Does A Quarter Point Increase in Mortgage Rates Impact Buyers?
Impact of Interest Rates on Homeownership Market fluctuations have given us mortgage interest rates as low as 3% in recent years, but interest rates at
What’s Ahead for Mortgage Rates and Home Prices?
Now that the end of 2022 is within sight, you may be wondering what’s going to happen in the housing market next year and what
Housing Affordability
There are three things that impact housing affordability. Mainstream media would have you believing that it is only mortgage rates. But, housing prices and wages
Take the Fear out of Saving for a Home
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first. Saving for a home doesn’t
Utility Companies in Bedminster, NJ
When Buying a home in Bedminster it is important that you contact the utility companies below to transfer the utilities into your name at least
Utility Companies in New Providence, NJ
When Buying a home in New Providence it is important that you contact the utility companies below to transfer the utilities into your name at
Utility Companies in Berkeley Heights, NJ
When Buying a home in Berkeley Heights it is important that you contact the utility companies below to transfer the utilities into your name at
Utility Companies in Basking Ridge, NJ
When buying a home in Basking Ridge it is important that you contact the utility companies in order to transfer the utilities into your name at least
Property Values in Basking Ridge, NJ
Property values in Basking Ridge are not going down because we are in a recession. Property values are not declining. Full stop. They just aren’t
3 Graphs Showing Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Like 2008 – Even in Basking Ridge NJ
With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble in Basking
Annual Trick or Treat in Downtown Basking Ridge
Halloween Fun in Basking Ridge The Bernards Township Regional Chamber of Commerce to Host Annual Trick or Treat in downtown Basking Ridge on 10/29. The
Bernards Township Board of Education Candidate Forum
BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Candidates for the Bernards Township Board of Education will answer questions at a public forum from 7 to 9 p.m. on
Property Values
Property values are not going down because we are in a recession. Property values are not declining. Full stop. They just aren’t appreciating as quickly
Bernards Township BT Connect Meeting
October 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM in the Ridge High School cafeteria
Is This a Housing Bubble? Or is the Real Estate Market Simply Slowing Down?
Is This a Housing Bubble? What will 2023 bring? The talk of a housing bubble in the coming year seems to be at a fever pitch as
You Are Invited – Liberty Corner Food Truck and Music Festival
We’d love to have you join us at the Liberty Corner Food Truck and Music Festival on Saturday, June 25th! This event benefits the Liberty Corner Fire Company.
NJ Real Estate | Got Questions? | The Blanchard Team
Last summer I was challenged to record a video a day for 30 days. The only thing that intimidated me about that was the time
Summer 2022 Real Estate Predictions | The Blanchard Team
Recession, interest rates, inventory, supply and demand, inflation, correction – these are the words that are being thrown around whenever there is talk about the
Spring Market Update – No Market Crash
Although it might feel like it, there will be no NJ real estate market crash in the near future! There is a lot of murmuring
What is Your Home’s Current Market Value?
Why do you need to know your home’s current market value, how might you find it and how do you know if it’s accurate? There
Top 10 Recommendations for Enhancing the Value of your Home
When we are called to discuss a marketing proposal for the sale of a house one of the services we provide is a list of
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
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