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Jul06, 2026

The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

By |July 6, 2026|Categories: 55+, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates. Stretched budgets. Headlines that make buying or selling sound like a terrible idea. But the data tells a very different story. This isn't 2020 or 2021. It was never going [...]

Jun28, 2026

There Are More Homes for Sale Than Buyers Competing for Them

By |June 28, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on There Are More Homes for Sale Than Buyers Competing for Them

  In many places today, homebuyers finally have the upper hand. Data shows that, as a whole, there are more sellers than buyers active in the market right now. That means buyers have more homes to choose from and a lot more room to negotiate. [...]

Jun16, 2026

Home Prices Are Rising in 71% of Markets

By |June 16, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Videos|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Home Prices Are Rising in 71% of Markets

Even though you may be hearing talk online about prices crashing, it’s not true nationally. While some areas are seeing slight declines, prices are still going up in 71% of markets. That means the majority are seeing prices rise rather than fall. So, don’t believe [...]

Jun12, 2026

The Summer Guides for Buyers and Sellers Are Here

By |June 12, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Topic|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on The Summer Guides for Buyers and Sellers Are Here

Moving this Summer? Whether you're buying or selling, you probably have questions. My new Summer Buyer & Seller Guides have the answers. Inside, you'll find out what higher inventory means for you, what’s going on with affordability right now, what strategies for buying or selling [...]

Jun03, 2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

By |June 3, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone. Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable. The truth is: a lot changed [...]

May22, 2026

More Sellers Are Open to Negotiating Right Now

By |May 22, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Videos|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on More Sellers Are Open to Negotiating Right Now

Wondering if buyers ever catch a break in this market? Look at this. 39% of sellers say they expect to make concessions this year. That’s up from 30% in 2025. So, you may have more room to negotiate than you think. Want to know what [...]

May08, 2026

Should You Wait To Move? Here’s Your Answer

By |May 8, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, Sellers, Topic, Videos|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Should You Wait To Move? Here’s Your Answer

“Should I just wait?” It’s the question it seems like everyone’s asking. And here’s your answer. Even with everything going on, people are still moving. More homes are going under contract. More people are applying for mortgages. And that means you can too. You just [...]

Apr14, 2026

57 Days on the Market Isn’t Slow. It’s Normal

By |April 14, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Videos|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on 57 Days on the Market Isn’t Slow. It’s Normal

Want to make a move, but you're worried it’s going to take longer than you’d like? Here’s what you need to know. The average home is taking about 57 days to sell. And that actually isn’t slow. It’s normal. No matter what you’re reading online, [...]

Apr10, 2026

Thinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know

By |April 10, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Thinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know

If you’ve been looking for a home lately, you’ve probably felt how tough affordability still is. And that's exactly why more buyers are opting for adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs. Here's what you need to understand about how they work, and whether they make sense for you. [...]

Apr04, 2026

Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2026 First Quarter Review April 2026

By |April 4, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Podcasts, Sellers|Tags: , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2026 First Quarter Review April 2026

Mastering the Real Estate Game: Joe Peters Shares Insights/Cazual Conversations – 2026 First Quarter review podcast:  Joe answers the tough questions about what is happening in our local real estate markets across Somerset and Hunterdon counties in light of the recent military conflict in Iran. [...]

Mar22, 2026

Affordability Improves in All 50 States

By |March 22, 2026|Categories: 55+, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers|Tags: , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Affordability Improves in All 50 States

For the past few years, affordability has stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. But here’s something you may have missed while you were sitting on the sidelines. Housing affordability has improved in all 50 states over the past year. That’s according to new [...]

Mar20, 2026

Selling Your House Isn’t About Luck. It’s About Strategy.

By |March 20, 2026|Categories: 55+, Sellers|Tags: , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Selling Your House Isn’t About Luck. It’s About Strategy.

Selling your house isn’t about luck. It’s about strategy. Don’t leave your move chance. Let’s talk so you have a plan that works.   Let’s connect to explore your options today. You can also call or text me at 908-304-4660. Don't forget to check out [...]

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