New Jersey Real Estate Flood Insurance Just Got More Affordable for NJ Residents President Obama just signed a flood insurance relief bill that will make flood insurance more affordable for American homeowners, especially those living along the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. About two years ago, coastal homeowners saw their flood insurance premiums spike so high, it threatened their financial stability. With such high increases in flood insurance, it […]
New Jersey Real Estate Why 2014 Will be a Strong Year for the Housing Market We’re already four months into 2014, and the height of the selling season will soon be upon us. The winter was unusually cold, but we should be seeing more homes listed in the coming weeks. Spring has traditionally been considered that perfect time to list a home. This year in particular, we have a lot […]
New Jersey Real Estate Spring Cleaning Tips Before Listing Your Home Before you set that ‘for sale’ sign in front of your yard, there are certain things you need to do to get your home ready to sell. In this post, we want to discuss spring cleaning tips that will get your home looking its best, and hopefully, selling quickly. Now is a great time to […]
New Jersey Real Estate New Jersey Housing Market Continues to Strengthen According to the New Jersey Association of Realtors, the NJ market continues to strengthen thanks to a lower inventory of available homes, higher median prices and faster selling times. How do these numbers compare to last year? According to NJAR, the number of homes for sale in all markets is down 15.5 percent from September […]
New Jersey Real Estate Tips What is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a type of loan that is available to homeowners 62 years old and older. The loan allows the homeowners to convert part of the equity they have in their home into cash. This type of loan program is designed to give Americans more financial security, especially during a time when a […]
New Jersey Real Estate Why Are New Jersey’s Property Taxes So High? New Jersey is a great place to work and live. Its cities are often ranked some of the best places to live in the US, and the state is home to great restaurants and sports teams, not to mention there are plenty of job opportunities being centrally located to several large cities. But, there’s one […]
CENTURY 21® News Tips for the First Time Homebuyer First-time homebuyers – those who have no present home ownership – are some of the luckiest in the market today. In order to stimulate a sluggish housing market, there have been a handful of incentives and loan opportunities that encourage those without a home to buy, in turn stimulating a down economy. Since the housing […]
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New Jersey Real Estate Market 7 Secrets to Selling a Home Selling your home? Make the experience smooth sailing by following these seven tips. 1. Price it Right Find out what your home is worth from a realtor. Although online tools can give you a rough estimate, a realtor will have access to all of the recently sold homes in your area. Then, shave 15 percent […]
New Jersey Real Estate Market Positive Signs of Growth for the NJ Housing Market The New Jersey Association of Realtors reports that the NJ housing market is growing stronger each quarter, with single-family homes selling 13 days faster and for $11,000 more than the year before. These numbers come from NJAR, as they are launching a new project that will provide detailed housing data each month based on state, […]
New Jersey Real Estate 5 Tips for Buying a Home Now is a great time to buy a home: home prices are low and interest rates are low, but they are climbing steadily. The New Jersey market has seen more home sales and faster selling times, reassuring us that the market is indeed improving. If you don’t want to miss out on this buyer’s market, […]
New Jersey Real Estate What is the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)? If you’ve been working with a realtor or will be in the near future, you will definitely hear a lot about the MLS system. MLS stands for Multiple Listing Service, and it refers to one large database with many of the listings that are currently available on the market. When a property is sold, it […]
New Jersey Real Estate Market Vampire and Zombie Homes Continue to Grow in NJ Just because it isn’t Halloween season it doesn’t mean that it’s the end of zombies and vampires. A real estate firm coined the term “vampire houses” to represent the many homes that have gone into foreclosure, but the original owners continue to live there. Vampire homes are slightly different from zombie homes in which no […]
CENTURY 21® News Cedarcrest Realty, INC. Congratulations to Our 2013 Fourth Quarter Top Achievers
New Jersey Real Estate Best Counties for Middle Class NJ Residents We may be biased, but New Jersey is one of the best states to live in! The dynamic history, the beautiful Jersey Shore coastline and great eats from famous diners and local farmer’s markets make the Garden State a pleasant and entertaining place to live. We also have a dense population that keeps things interesting. […]
New Jersey Real Estate 7 Reasons to Move to New Jersey Are you thinking about moving to New Jersey? Many New York residents are faced with this decision at some point as they contemplate leaving behind the busy city life for a quiet, suburban life. Here are seven reasons why moving to the Garden State may not be such a bad idea! 1. Jersey City: A […]
CENTURY 21® News Bidding Wars are Back! If you’ve been sitting back, waiting for the housing market to improve, it’s time to get your ducks in a row. The housing market is advancing, and there’s real proof to be seen. It’s not just in the numbers, but also in the bidding wars that are taking place across the U.S. These wars are […]
New Jersey Real Estate Tips Still Living in Your Starter Home? Make the Most of the Small Space It’s no secret that the housing market has been slow to recover, but at least we’re moving in the right direction. Still, millions of families across the U.S. are finding themselves in the home they purchased years ago as a starter home, even though their family has outgrown the space. For some homeowners, it will […]
New Jersey Real Estate The Basics of an FHA Loan If you’re interested in buying a home, you will have several options available to you in terms of a loan. FHA loans have gained in popularity over the years because of their low down payments and more forgiving requirements. FHA loans are funded by the Federal Housing Administration, and they are a great option for […]
New Jersey Real Estate With Manhattan Homes on the Rise, More People are Looking to Buy in the NJ Suburbs For the first time in decades, U.S. cities are growing faster than the suburbs. And, it’s no surprise why. With a tough economy and even tougher job market, it makes practical and financial sense to stay close to the city where job opportunities are more plentiful. But, just because this idea may seem great in […]