45 Brookdale Pl

Only 5 Bedroom 2+ Bath House In Cranford Under $700,000 ***NOT LISTED ON ANY MLS***  ~EXCLUSIVE~ Incredible opportunity to renovate and add your own touches to this Large 5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home located on a quiet Cul-de-Sac in desirable Cranford, NJ. The first floor offers very large rooms ~ Formal Living Room w/ Fireplace […]

4 Reasons a Home Is a Retirement Asset

As a homeowner, your house is likely your biggest asset. It can help you build wealth and improve your finances — and in retirement, it might serve as a much-needed source of financial support. That last part is important. Whether you’re 25 or 55, having a plan is critical to an enjoyable and worry-free retirement. […]

Stage Your Home With These 5 Tips

Staging is a vital tool when selling a property. The majority of buyer’s agents say staging can increase offers by anywhere from 1% to 20%, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors.  On a home listed at $400,000, that could mean up to $80,000 more. Do you want to market your property […]

How to Reduce Your Homeownership Costs

From taxes and insurance to maintenance and repairs, homeownership comes with a variety of costs.  But don’t worry: These expenses don’t have to break the bank. With a strategy (and maybe a few key home updates), you can reduce your costs in the long run. You may even make your home safer and less prone […]

Don’t Skip These Seasonal Maintenance Tasks

Your home is a huge investment — an investment you’ll want to protect for the long haul. That means proper maintenance is key. Completing a few seasonal chores can help you extend the life span of your home while also cutting down on repair and renovation costs. Want to make sure you’re keeping your home […]

Tips for Managing an Out of State or Cross-Country Move

With remote work so common these days, moving to your dream locale across the state, country or even the world isn’t as difficult as it once was. Still, that doesn’t mean a long-distance move will be easy. The logistics, the travel and the timeline can all be tricky to manage, and preparing for these potential […]

How to Pay for Your Home Improvements

You’ll probably want to improve your home at some point. It might be out of necessity if you need a new roof or fence — or you might want more space or additional amenities, like an updated kitchen or a swimming pool. Whatever the reason for your projects, you’ll likely need some help paying for […]

4 Key Questions About Down Payments

Down payments can be a challenge to navigate, even for experienced homebuyers.  How much do you need to put down? Do current market conditions change anything for you? Even the most basic questions aren’t always easy to answer. Whether you’re thinking of buying soon or planning ahead for a purchase later in 2022 or early […]