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House for Sale: 27 Wedgewood Drive, Basking Ridge
Traditional colonial on level lot w/gorgeous paver patio and a gas-burning firepit. Hardwood floors and updated bathrooms are just a few features you’ll find in
What are 2021 Property Values doing in Basking Ridge?
Another video, this one about 2021 property values, to help you feel little smarter about buying and selling real estate in NJ. Unedited, unscripted, and
Should I be Home for Showings?
Should I be home for showings? Is it okay for me to step out the back yard or stay in a different part of my
NEW LISTING: 3 Wolf Lane – House for Sale in Basking Ridge
Attention to detail abounds in this stone front center hall colonial built in 1998. With a perfect flow for entertaining, you’ll love the natural light,
What Needs to be Disclosed to the Buyer?
Another video to help you feel little smarter about buying and selling real estate in NJ. Unedited, unscripted, and full of personality – this video
What is Earnest Money?
What is earnest money? Earnest money is the portion of your down payment that is held in an attorney escrow account for the duration of
What’s the Best Credit Score to Buy a House
Another video to help you feel little smarter about buying and selling real estate in NJ. Unedited, unscripted, and full of personality – this video
Buying and Selling Real Estate in 30 Days
About three weeks ago my sales manager challenged me to create 30 videos in 30 days – answering a question a day. The purpose is
The Blanchard Team Roles
Here’s a quick overview of our roles: Maria brings a solid marketing background to the table and has taken on the role of Marketing Director.
NEW LISTING: 1104 Crim Rd, Bridgewater
Almost 3000 square feet in a most private Martinsville location with terrific winter views. Three very large bedrooms plus a first-floor office conveniently located just
NEW LISTING: 55 Newell Dr, Basking Ridge
Fantastic opportunity to own in Basking Ridge. Located on a level lot, this 4 bedroom 2 bath home features an updated kitchen with granite counters
NEW LISTING: 30 Jeffrey Court, Basking Ridge, NJ
Rare, expanded colonial in Prince Edward Point. Located on a private level lot, in a sought after location. 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1
April Market Update | Basking Ridge Real Estate
Big things are happening here: it’s spring break for Bernards Township, we are planning a celebration for not one but TWO upcoming graduations, being fully
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
Are You Stuck in a Bidding War?
Let’s discuss the bidding war. You’ve been to many open houses, have been on many home tours with us and now you have found the
NJ Real Estate | Oldwick House for Sale: 32 Potterstown Road, Lebanon | The Blanchard Team
Love Oldwick? We do! And we especially love this property – for its proximity to town, and major highways, yet has the space you need
NJ Real Estate | Basking Ridge Home for Sale: 19 Byron Drive | The Blanchard Team
Excellent location for this four/five bedroom home featuring updated bathrooms, a cherry kitchen w/granite & stainless steel appliances, six panel doors, wood railings, fresh paint
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
Are You a Home Buyer?
Will YOU be a home buyer this year? Or a seller? If you fall into one of these categories, then it’s very possible that this
Thinking of Selling?
This message will soon be hitting mailboxes in Basking Ridge. If you receive one, please call me! If you don’t receive one, but are thinking
Basking Ridge Real Estate December Market Update
December real estate market update: It is still most definitely a SELLER’S MARKET! Inventory is low – but not only because it’s the holiday season.
Got wine?
Wine Click here to view online with images. Are you a wine drinker? Do you need closing gifts? Hi friends – I have a really
Through A Buyer’s Eyes – Staging your house for sale
The Blanchard Team has been partnering with Maria Pascale and her team in Basking Ridge for the last three years! Maria walks through your home
Home Sale Contingency – Basking Ridge Real Estate
Here we are in the second week of October, 2020! Time flies and stands still all at the same time. It’s Throw Back Thursday so
Short Sale? Foreclosure?
Short sale, pre-foreclosure, foreclosure, bank-owned, in foreclosure, forbearance, oh my: so many terms! Many people are wondering if foreclosure properties or short sales are the
NJ Real Estate | 57 N Maple Ave – For Sale | The Blanchard Team
Prepare to be amazed! Walk through the front door into wide open space that is also defined with purpose! There is room to work from
NJ Real Estate | 62 Church Street – For Sale | The Blanchard Team
Offered at $474,900 – amazing views, cool barn and garden. All the charm of a home built in the late 1800s! Open Sunday, 9/13 from
Q3 Predictions – GDP
A picture is worth a thousand words and today I am sharing two pictures – TWO thousand words! There is so much going on in
Summer, 2020 – the Market is on the Move!
Thought I’d give a real quick market update this morning. June and July have been incredibly busy for the Blanchard Team. I’m sure you are
How to Win a Bidding War
How to win a bidding war in a seller’s market. It can be frustrating and sometimes you need to lose a few to really understand
29 Beaver Creek Court, Basking Ridge, NJ
Another opportunity to escape from the city! This EXCLUSIVE Basking Ridge listing boasts an amazing resort quality back yard! Look at these photos and tell
4 Normandy Court, Basking Ridge, NJ
Are you looking for extra space so that you can work from home? Do you need a guest suite or a place for your in-laws?
Who is Moving to NJ?
Odds are pretty high that a city-dweller will be your buyer. Here’s how I know: While many people across the U.S. have traditionally enjoyed the
2020 Homeowner Wish List
Source: A recent study by realtor.com While we have been staying home, experts have been doing studies about what we as homeowners would change, if
Mid-May Market Update
I am here to tell you that the market is ON FIRE. Maybe not in the way it has been in the past – there
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,
Basking Ridge Market Update
We are definitely seeing an uptick in activity – inventory is down because many home sellers and buyers are sitting tight until the Covid-19 crisis
Market Update – Basking Ridge RE Activity
What is the current market update? I’m happy to share that people are starting to poke their heads out of their doors and windows! We
What is a Home Sale Contingency?
Some real estate contracts require a home sale contingency. If you are considering a move and you aren’t buying your first home, the odds are
Basking Ridge Market Update
It’s not ALL bad news! My slogan of late has been “this is a delay, not a disaster”! Most of the major financial institutions have
What’s Happening in Real Estate?
A message from Rismedia* about the Coronavirus and it’s affect on the 2020 Real Estate market. Copied word for word from this morning’s newsletter: As
How is COVID-19 Impacting YOUR Housing Plans?
How is COVID-19 Impacting YOUR Housing Plans? 2020 started out as an awesome year for lots of things, but especially for the real estate market.
Support Our Healthcare Workers
Signs of Hope – I am passing along this opportunity to support our healthcare workers by acknowledging their risk, lifting their spirits and simply saying
Real Estate Transaction Process – Right Pricing
And she continues to practice her video editing skills!
House Selling Process
Things You May Hear Us Say If I had a dollar for every time someone said to me, “I don’t know how you do it”,
Are we Looking at Another Recession?
With so much going on in the world, and here at home in the country – in our states, counties and towns – it is
Basking Ridge Food Drive
Goodwill goes a long way! There is a Basking Ridge food drive happening right now: Feb 21 through March 23; you have an entire month
The Blanchard Team Story – Carl’s Start
I love listening to Carl tell this Blanchard Team story – because it feels good to have inspired his passion. When you call the Blanchard
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
Basking Ridge Real Estate Market Update
Monday, February 10, 2020 Basking Ridge Real Estate Market Update – View on YouTube every Monday morning! Are you wondering what YOUR house is worth?
Current Mortgage Rates – Bank of America
Pricing has remained very attractive with the 10 year treasury currently at 1.59%. This is largely driven by the Coronavirus and could swing higher coming
Basking Ridge Home Sales
In 2019, home prices were up in most markets. Basking Ridge home sales, however, experienced a slight dip in average sale price from 2018. This
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.
Real Estate Market Update – Basking Ridge
Absorption Rate Absorption rate is a measure of real estate market update activity. It takes into account what is currently on the market and what
Buyers Agents Know When a Comp is NOT a Comp
A while back, I posted a video about using a Buyers Agent when you are house hunting. I did that because I had had a
Whoa – We’ve been gone a whole week!
Crazy how time gets away from you. I understand it’s been a really bad flu season – and I believe it as it has hit