OUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: MAY 8-10, 2015
It’s the weekend! As you’re planning your weekend exploring the ‘burbs, here’s some info to keep in mind… Home sales were up double digits in March Helping the boost: it’s even easier to get a...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: May 15-17, 2015
Let the countdown to summer begin—and, with it, the suburban real estate market continues to heat up… Priced out of Manhattan. Priced out of Brooklyn. Now young NYC families are finding themselves...
View ArticleBuying your first home? Be ready for a few surprises…
Like any major life decision, buying your first home (or any home, for that matter!) is filled with plenty of ups, downs and, above all, plenty of surprises. Even the most educated prospective buyer...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: MEMORIAL DAY 2015!
It’s the weekend—and (BONUS!) a LONG weekend! It’s a great time to hit the ‘burbs and check out what’s going on. Here’s what we’re seeing on the residential real estate front: Half of buyers are...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: MAY 29-31, 2015
Memorial Day’s behind us and, now, we’re fully in the summer swing! And so is the residential real estate market in our area—things are definitely heating up! Home prices in major metros continue to...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: JUNE 5-7, 2015
Happy Friday! Lots going on in the real estate market this week: U.S. News & World Report released its coveted high school rankings list, and tons of area schools scored top honors In-home office...
View Article3 Things That Are VERY Different About the ‘Burbs…
You’re leaving the city for the suburbs! By now you’ve navigated the prospective home buyer landscape, and tackled everything from mortgage pre-qualifications to town scouting to, maybe, a home tour...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: JUNE 12-14, 2015
Happy Friday! With summer in full swing, it’s a great time to get up and go—to some great suburbs, some great family-friendly activities and some great must-sees in your (potential!) new community....
View ArticleSuburban Must-Haves: The Amenities Newly Minted Suburbanites Need
When you’re in NYC the must-have apartment amenities are usually clear—it could be proximity to a great park (or, even, a Whole Foods…), subway access, walkability to your office, 24-hour doorman...
View ArticleOUT & ABOUT IN THE ‘BURBS THIS WEEKEND: JUNE 19-21, 2015
This weekend marks the official first day of summer and, for buyers, this popular market is still as hot as ever! Some facts and figures from spring market Will 45-day closings be the new norm? As...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND IN THE ‘BURBS: SEPTEMBER 11-13, 2015
It’s the weekend — and the first weekend of fall! Hope you and your family are enjoying the first few weeks of the new school year — we definitely are. And what about the real estate market? Despite...
View ArticleDo You NEED a Train Station?
The commute is one of the top — if not the top — considerations for families moving to the ‘burbs. Often families focus solely on towns with train stations, equating a local transportation hub to a...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND in the ‘burbs: September 18-20, 2015
Happy Friday, everyone! There’s lots going on in residential real estate this week — and all signs point to BUY: Are we on the brink of another housing bubble? Here’s a great snapshot of the...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND IN THE ‘BURBS: SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2015
It’s finally fall! And while we’re sad to say goodbye to summer, the residential real estate market isn’t cooling off at all. Here’s what’s happening now… Some markets actually HEAT UP when it gets...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND IN THE ‘BURBS: OCTOBER 2-4, 2015
Happy Friday, everyone! There’s lots going on in the residential real estate market this week… Is there a “best time” to buy or build — and are we almost there? Is a 6% down payment the new 20%? Now’s...
View ArticleTHE PERKS OF COLD WEATHER HOUSE HUNTING
Think spring and summer are the prime home-buying seasons? Think again. These warmer months are typically the most popular times of year to buy — not only is it easier to tackle a hunt (and the houses...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND IN THE ‘BURBS: OCTOBER 9-11, 2015
If you’re in the market for a new home — or are even just thinking about making the move — now could be your best time to buy… Need a reason to buy in the next three months? How about three…? Not only...
View ArticleSimplify Your Move With These Hacks
Getting ready to make your move to the ‘burbs? With these simple moving hacks, it’ll be a breeze (well, almost…). Hack #1: Take Pics of Your Electronics Remember how much time you spent getting your...
View ArticleTHIS WEEKEND in the ‘burbs: October 16-18, 2015
Happy Friday, everyone! There’s lots going on in the residential real estate market this week… Willing to tackle a slightly longer commute? Massive discounts could await… Avoid buyers’ remorse with...
View ArticleSJ Strategist // Halloween 2015
Happy Halloween weekend! While the market is anything but spooky this week, there are plenty of real estate happenings to help get you in the Halloween spirit… The majority of Americans WOULD live in a...
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