tips: I Bought a New House, Do I Still Need to Insure My Old One?
- 05/22/19 08:50 AM
In the U.S., people are on the move, and more of them are moving out of New Jersey than any other state. According to a recent study by moving company United Van Lines, about two-thirds of New Jersey moves are outbound.
(On the flip side, Vermont has the highest percentage of inbound moves at 73% — must be all that maple syrup.)
Whether you’re moving between states or just across town, the transition can be stressful, especially if you’ve purchased a new home before selling your old one. With two mortgages to pay, you may be looking for ways to trim costs, but … (1 comments)
tips: How to Build Your Own Brand
- 04/29/19 07:25 AM
Building a brand isn't only important for large businesses. Independent entrepreneurs depend on their personal brands to attract new clients and retain existing ones.
Building your own brand will help you establish yourself as an authority in your industry, whether that's real estate, tech, marketing or something else.
Without a strong online presence and local brand recognition, you will always be a step behind your competitors. Why go to you when someone else has countless positive reviews and a professional image?
Fortunately, it doesn't take much to create a successful brand. There are just a few things you need to consider to get things … (1 comments)
Visions of manicured gardens and backyard pool parties aside, there are numerous factors driving migration out to the ‘burbs. At the top of that list is the perception of affordability, or at least the idea of increased buying power, once you get outside the big city.
Are those perceptions true? Are there drawbacks that should be considered? In this article, we’ll take a look. The suburbs are boomingIf you’re thinking of moving to the suburbs, you’re not alone. A study from the Pew Research Center … (0 comments)
Fortunately, there are a variety of different real estate loans to accomodate investors with different needs.
However, it is important to understand what your options are and why you might choose one type of loan over another. Depending on your financial situation and investment plans, the right loan for you may be different than what you expected. Traditional Bank Loans Applying for financing from a bank has its fair share of advantages.
Primarily, banks tend to offer very low interest rates … (1 comments)
Hurricane Florence caused significant damage when it came ashore to the Carolinas last September. North Carolina felt the brunt of the devastation, with nearly 36 inches of rainfall and storm surges reaching 10 feet. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimates total damage at $24 billion, mostly as a result of flooding.
This record hurricane season could lead to major home insurance rate increases in North Carolina later this year. In December 2018, the North Carolina Rate Bureau proposed a homeowners insurance rate increase of 17.4%. If passed, the increase would … (0 comments)
tips: Five Common Mistakes in Buying Your First Home
- 03/08/19 07:52 AM
Buying your first home can be a very intimidating and stressful process. While it is exciting, searching for your first home is often overwhelming.
In addition to being a significant financial commitment, it’s easy to feel pressure as you likely want to find a place that you can call home for the foreseeable future. As a result, it’s easy to feel like you have to find the perfect home as quickly as possible.
This pressure often leads to first-time homebuyers making common, avoidable mistakes that lead to them spending more money than necessary and not being happy with their final choices.
To help … (0 comments)
tips: Why the Best Time to Invest in Manhattan's Real Estate Market Is Now
- 01/30/19 09:03 AM
“Buy low, sell high” is the name of the game when it comes to investing—the same way “location, location, location” is central to real estate investing. But what happens when both opportunities present themselves in a rare opportunity to make a profit?
Some signs point to such an opportunity existing in the Manhattan real estate market. Last year, CNBC noted that Manhattan real estate was in a year-long correction, with total real estate sales falling 11 percent in the third quarter from a year previous and the average price of a Manhattan residence falling 4 percent during the same quarter.
In the U.S., people are on the move, and more of them are moving out of New Jersey than any other state. According to a recent study by moving company United Van Lines, about two-thirds of New Jersey moves are outbound.
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