Who Represents YOU in the Home Buying and Selling Process? - 06/28/11 05:53 PM

It's very important for the home buyer or seller to understand who represents their best interests in the process!
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If you are considering a move into or out of Hillsborough, it pays to plan ahead. Start here to search homes for rent or sale in Hillsborough, NJ. I focus on Hillsborough but am well prepared to … (0 comments)

Tips for Selling Your Home Quickly in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ - 06/24/11 01:37 PM
These are great Tips for Selling Your Home Quickly in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ!
Fielding a Lowball Purchase Offer on Your Home Consider before you ignore or outright refuse a very low purchase offer for your home. A counteroffer and negotiation could turn that low purchase offer into a sale. Read
Keep Your Home Sale from Falling Apart After finding a buyer, all you have to do to make it to closing is to avoid these five traps. Read
6 Reasons to Reduce Your Home Price While you’d like to get the best price for your home, consider our … (2 comments)

Tips on Finding and Negotiating on your New Home in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset, NJ - 06/24/11 01:36 PM
These are great Tips on Finding and Negotiating on your New Home in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset, NJ!


Negotiate Your Best House Buy Keep your emotions in check and your eyes on the goal, and you’ll pay less when purchasing a home. Read
Keep Your Home Purchase on Track You’ve found your dream home. Make sure missteps don’t prevent a successful closing. Read
7 Homeowner Tax Advantages When you’re evaluating how much home you can afford, make sure you factor in the tax advantages of homeownership. Read
4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford By … (0 comments)

Upgrades to Make Summer Sunnier in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ - 06/24/11 12:57 PM
Here are some Home Improvement Upgrades to Make Summer Sunnier in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ!


Outdoor Appliance Guide: Gas Grills With models priced from $29 to $5,000 and up, outdoor gas grills offer convenience and ease-of-use to fit any budget. Read
Smart Options: Patio Pavers A broad selection of patio pavers accompanies increased demand for outdoor living spaces. Read
Air Conditioning Equipment: Repair or Replace? If you’re deciding whether to repair or replace central air conditioning equipment, assess the quality of your house’s ductwork and insulation first. Read
Smart Upgrades for Decks A few cost-effective add-ons can … (3 comments)

Homeownership Information for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ - 06/24/11 12:54 PM
Here is some Homeownership Information for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ.


5 Tips for Deciphering Your Home Loan’s Good-faith Estimate Knowing how to read your good-faith estimate can help you save money on your home loan. Read
Understanding Real Estate Representation Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s important to choose representation that meets your needs in the transaction. Read
7 Mortgage Interest Deduction Myths Think losing the mortgage interest deduction would be no big deal? We bust seven myths to show why the cost is bigger than you think. Read
How Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Save You … (0 comments)

Home Buying and Selling Tips for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ - 06/24/11 12:52 PM
Here are some Home Buying and Selling Tips for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ!


How to Use Comparable Sales to Price Your Home Before you put your home up for sale, use the right comparable sales to find the perfect price. Read
What You Must Know About Home Appraisals Understanding how appraisals work will help you achieve a quick and profitable refinance or sale. Read
6 Tips for Choosing the Best Offer for Your Home Have a plan for reviewing purchase offers so you don’t let the best slip through your fingers. Read
7 Steps to Take Before … (0 comments)

Short Sale and Foreclosure Information for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ - 06/24/11 12:49 PM
Here are some Short Sale and Foreclosure Information for Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset NJ


Buying a House at Foreclosure Auction is Risky Business You can buy a home at a significant discount at a foreclosure auction, but you’ll face a host of challenges. Don’t get burned; be solutions-ready. Read
6 Tips for Buying a Home in a Short Sale By preparing for a real estate short sale, you can emerge with a great home at a favorable price. Read
7 Tips for Short Sale Success Have to sell your home for less than it’s worth? Our seven tips … (0 comments)

Manville Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011 - 06/23/11 07:44 AM
Manville Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011
 
Please find below a list of open houses in Manville, NJ for Sunday June 26th 2011. These are public Manville open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Manville Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price. 
 
 
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime. 

For an updated list … (6 comments)

Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011 - 06/23/11 07:35 AM

Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011

Please find below a list of open houses in Somerset, NJ for Sunday June 26th 2011. These are public Somerset open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Somerset Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list … (0 comments)

Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011 - 06/23/11 07:28 AM
Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 26th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Hillsborough, NJ for Sunday June 26th 2011. These are public Hillsborough open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Hillsborough Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of open … (2 comments)

Plenty of Mortgage Money Available even in There is Still Plenty of Mortgage Money Available Even in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset, NJ! - 06/19/11 02:50 PM
Plenty of Mortgage Money Available even in Manville, Hillsborough and Somerset, NJ!
 
My broker, Jim Weichert sent Weichert agents in my district some great information to pass on (from Weichert Financial Services):
 
Did you know...?
 
•¨      With a good credit history (minimum 700 credit score) you can finance up to $417,000 with only 3% Down Payment!
 
•¨      With a reasonably favorable credit history (minimum 660 credit score) you can finance up to $417,000 with only a 5% down Payment (3% borrower contribution, remainder can be gifted).
 
•¨      Your seller may contribute up to six (6%) percent … (2 comments)

The June 2011 Housing Trends eNewsletter contains Local Real Estate Information for areas including Manville, Somerset and Hillsborough NJ - 06/17/11 05:00 PM

The June 2011 Housing Trends eNewsletter contains Local Real Estate Information for areas including Manville, Somerset and Hillsborough NJ.

Please click on this link to view my June 2011 Housing Trends eNewsletter.

The June 2011 Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources. It has consumer videos, blogs and a real estate glossary. You can also find real estate radio, REALTOR.com local community reports and local and national real estate sales and price activity provided by local MLSs and the National Association of REALTORS®.
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Manville Open Houses for Sunday June 19th 2011 - 06/17/11 12:41 PM
Please find below a list of open houses in Manville, NJ for Sunday June 19th 2011. These are public Manville open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Manville Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price. 

 

To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime. 
For an updated list of open houses this coming Saturday and Sunday in … (2 comments)

Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 19th 2011 - 06/17/11 12:34 PM
Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 19th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Somerset, NJ for Sunday June 19th 2011. These are public Franklin open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Somerset Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
 

  
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of … (0 comments)

Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 19th 2011 - 06/17/11 12:33 PM
Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 19th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Hillsborough, NJ for Sunday June 19th 2011. These are public Hillsborough open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Hillsborough Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of … (0 comments)

Is it Better to Buy a Home than to Rent in Hillsborough, Manville or Somerset, NJ? - 06/12/11 09:14 AM
Is it Better to Buy a Home than to Rent in  in Hillsborough, Manville or Somerset, NJ?
Both purchasing a home and renting are more affordable than at any time in recent memory. But which offers the better financial advantage?
The obvious place to start when comparing buying vs. renting is the monthly payment. In markets where home prices fell significantly the past few years, those who purchase a home will likely have a lower monthly payment.
 
In most cases, Renting is better only if your rent is very low, or if you plan on moving in a few years. It's … (3 comments)

Available Rentals in Hillsborough, NJ as of June 2011 - 06/12/11 07:30 AM
 
Please find below a list of some available rentals in Hillsborough, NJ as of June 2011. They are listed for Hillsborough Available Rentals by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms, number of baths, garage availability and listed (asking) rental price.

Please call of email me at to get more information of these and other available rentals in Hillsborough. I would be able to show you these or other rentals in the Hillsborough area.
 
 
For an updated list of available rentals in Hillsborough, NJ please email me directly at CarolKronmaier@Weichert.com.

If you are considering a move … (2 comments)

Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 12th 2011 - 06/08/11 07:41 PM
 
Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 12th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Somerset, NJ for Sunday June 12th 2011. These are public Franklin open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Somerset Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
 
 
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list … (2 comments)

Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 12th 2011 - 06/08/11 07:40 PM
Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 12th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Hillsborough, NJ for Sunday June 12th 2011. These are public Hillsborough open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Hillsborough Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of … (0 comments)

Manville Open Houses for Sunday June12th 2011 - 06/08/11 07:38 PM
Manville Open Houses for Sunday June12th 2011

 
Please find below a list of open houses in Manville, NJ for Sunday June 12th 2011. These are public Manville open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Manville Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of … (0 comments)

Open House Sunday 6/12/2011 from 1 to 4 pm at Manville New Homes For Sale. - 06/08/11 07:36 PM
Open House Sunday 6/12/2011 from 1 to 4 pm at Manville New Homes For Sale.
Northside Village Townhomes are complete with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 car garage at 1,452 square feet. These new construction townhouses have a spacious kitchen and two large bedrooms, each with their own bath and walk-in closets. The first floor has 9 foot ceilings that feature a great room with sliding doors to the deck. There's also a powder room and laundry room located on the first floor of these Manville New Homes For Sale.
The townhouses include Anderson windows (insulated thermopane) throughout, central air … (2 comments)

Open House Sunday 6/5/2011 at 1134 Saint John Street, Manville, NJ - 06/03/11 06:32 PM

Open House Sunday 6/5/2011 1-4 pm at 1134 Saint John Street, Manville, NJ after a recent price improvement!
 






























Please visit a well maintained 3 bedroom Ranch in the Northside of town. It features an updated eat-in kitchen with center island & newer appliances. I has a spacious living room w/large bay windows. New carpet was just installed.  It also has nice size bedrooms with good closet space. Enjoy those … (6 comments)

Open House Saturday 6/4/2011 at Manville New Homes For Sale - 06/03/11 06:25 AM
  Open House Saturday 6/4/2011 from 1 to 4pm at Manville New Homes For Sale.
Northside Village Townhomes are complete with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 car garage at 1,452 square feet. These new construction townhouses have a spacious kitchen and two large bedrooms, each with their own bath and walk-in closets.  The first floor has 9 foot ceilings that feature a great room with sliding doors to the deck.  There's also a powder room and laundry room located on the first floor of these Manville New Homes For Sale. 
The townhouses include Anderson windows (insulated thermopane) throughout, central air conditioning (Ruud … (3 comments)

This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Manville, NJ, June 2011 - 06/02/11 04:17 PM
This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Manville, NJ, June 2011
Closed Sales
Eleven new happy homeowners in Manville since March 1st 2011:
808 Lincoln Ave.: $99,000/$85,000 (final listed price/sold price)89 S. 19th Ave.: $145,000/$145,000504 Washington Ave: $188,000/$175,000620 S. Main St..: $199,000/$165,000813 Newark Ave.: $199,750/$190,000301 Jackson Ave.: $215,000/$216,000126 S 14th  Ave.: $249,000/$225,000308 Jasinski Ave.: $259,900/$225,0001025 Knopf Street: $295,000/$270,000912 Haran Ave.: $299,900/$290,000180 E. Camplain Rd.: $373,000/$373,000
 
 
Fifteen homes are under contract in Manville:
114 N. 8th Ave.: $114,900 (final listed price)110 Boesel Ave.: $130,000137 S 4th Ave.:$160,00041 N. Bridge St.: $169,000229 N. 9th Ave.: $172,900216 N. 9th Ave.: … (0 comments)

This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Hillsborough, NJ, June 2011 - 06/02/11 04:17 PM
This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Hillsborough, NJ, June 2011
Closed Sales
Twenty seven new happy homeowners in Hillsborough since May 1st 2011: Sixteen home sales and eleven townhouse/duplex sales.
Sixty eight homes are under contract in Hillsborough: Forty eight single family homes and twenty townhouse/duplexes.
There were sixty new listings here in town since May 1st 2011. All of this information is important to include in the Real Estate Market Recap of Hillsborough.

If you would like details of the houses that sold or are still on the market in Hillsborough please call or email me … (0 comments)

This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Somerset, NJ, June 2011 - 06/02/11 04:15 PM
This is a Real Estate Market Recap of Somerset, NJ, June 2011
Closed Sales
Thirty one new happy homeowners in Somerset since May 1st 2011: Nineteen home sales and twelve townhouse/duplex sales.
One Hundred and eight homes are under contract in Somerset: Seventy one homes and thirty seven townhouse/duplexes.

There were one hundred and one new listings here in town since May 1st 2011. All of this information is important to include in the Real Estate Market Recap of Somerset.
If you would like details of the houses that sold or are still on the market in Somerset please … (0 comments)

Manville Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011 - 06/02/11 10:29 AM
  
Manville Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011

Please find below a list of open houses in Manville, NJ for Sunday June 5th 2011. These are public Manville open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Manville Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list … (0 comments)

Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011 - 06/02/11 10:24 AM
Hillsborough Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Hillsborough, NJ for Sunday June 5th 2011. These are public Hillsborough open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Hillsborough Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 

To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.
 
For an updated list of … (0 comments)

Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011 - 06/02/11 10:15 AM
Somerset Open Houses for Sunday June 5th 2011
Please find below a list of open houses in Somerset, NJ for Sunday June 5th 2011. These are public Franklin open houses. Open houses are a good way to start understanding what you can get for your money. They are listed for Somerset Homes For Sale by property type (Houses, Condos, Adult Community), number of bedrooms and asking price.
 


 
To see if you qualify for any low down payment programs like the First Time Home Buyers Program or the USDA Loan Program contact me anytime.


For more great tips: … (0 comments)

 
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