You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash
Have you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible. Homeowners today have so much equity that a record number are buying their next house in all cash. And that has some big benefits [...]
Home Projects That Add the Most Value
Are you thinking about tackling a few home projects? Whether you plan to sell soon or not, you should know that not every upgrade will add value. Here’s some national data on projects where you will most likely recoup your costs. Remember, your area may [...]
Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025
Are you wondering what to expect from the housing market in the second half of the year? Here’s what the experts say. Forecasts show rates should come down slightly, inventory will continue to improve, and price growth will slow down. If you have questions about [...]
Why You’ll Want a Home Inspection
Once your offer is accepted, an inspector will assess the condition of the house, including things like the roof, foundation, plumbing, and more. That information is incredibly important and paves the way for you to re-negotiate with the seller, as needed. So, you don’t want [...]
Hunterdon County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for May of 2025
Welcome to my Hunterdon County Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition explores the economic factors and trends shaping property values in our community. This isn’t just a [...]
Somerset County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for May of 2025
Welcome to my Somerset County Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition explores the economic factors and trends shaping property values in our community. This isn’t just a [...]
Bridgewater Township Real Estate Market Conditions for May of 2025
Welcome to my Bridgewater Township Market Report—a monthly update where I apply my in-depth expertise to break down the latest developments in our local real estate market. Each edition explores the economic factors and trends shaping property values in our community. This isn’t just a [...]
Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible
Before you rule out moving right now, take a look at this. Thanks to how much home prices have climbed in recent years, the average homeowner has over $300K in equity. And once you sell, you can use your equity to fund the down [...]
If the Asking Price Isn’t Compelling, It’s Not Selling
Unfortunately, many sellers set their asking price too high today, leading to an uptick in price cuts. Some of the most common reasons are that they’re not paying attention to current market conditions or trying to leave room for negotiation. The best way to avoid [...]
A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis
Are you hearing all the talk about a recession and wondering what that would mean for the housing market? Here’s what the data tells us about every recession going back to the 1980s. While everyone remembers 2008, what happened then wasn’t the norm. That [...]
Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2025 First Quarter Update and 2025 Preview
Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2025 First Quarter Update < Learn why Caz refers to Joe Peters of Coldwell Banker as Mr. Hyper-Local as Joe answers the tough questions about what is happening in our local real estate markets [...]
Hunterdon County’s Real Estate Market Conditions for April of 2025
Welcome to my Hunterdon County Market Report, where I draw on my extensive expertise to analyze the current dynamics of our local real estate market. In these monthly updates, I delve into the economic conditions and trends influencing our community’s property landscape. This report goes [...]