Buyers

Buying a home is like a journey – a process – with many new and exciting stops along the way. The entire process can seem overwhelming and confusing at first, and that is where we can start to help. “How do I buy a home?” “How do I find a lender?” These are big questions and we will be breaking them down to the basics to help you prepare for the next step in the journey.

Have a question you don’t see here? Drop us a line and we’ll get it answered and posted here. So, relax, read …. and get ready for the fun!

30 Year Fixed Rate Comparison – WOW!

May 3, 2012 Buyers

Here’s a great visual showing exactly how far the interest rates have dropped for 30 year fixed rate mortgages. This is a national average, but we are seeing the same thing here in central NJ. Real estate can be a great investment to add to your portfolio, and if you’ve been waiting to see how …

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Real Estate and the American Dream

April 19, 2012 Buyers

The New Jersey Association of REALTORS® created a series a videos about the American Dream of homeownership. We loved watching this one – as real estate agents, this is what makes our jobs so rewarding – helping people and families find a place to call home.

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Buying or selling? What you need to know about the $25 billion foreclosure settlement.

April 18, 2012 Buyers

It is difficult to interpret how national real estate news will impact the local, central NJ market. You have probably heard that the Department of Justice has concluded its investigation into foreclosure abuses by the banking industry. You may even be familiar with the investigation – which followed the robo-signing debacle in late 2010. …

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How do you find a local Real Estate Expert?

April 10, 2012 For Buyers

It isn’t difficult to find a real estate agent in your area – most agents are skilled at getting their names, faces and inventory out to the local markets. But if you are planning to buy or sell a home in central NJ, what should you be looking for in your local real estate …

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FHA Announces an Increase in Mortgage Fees

March 1, 2012 Financing

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced on Monday that it would be increasing two of the fees associated with FHA backed mortgages. The upfront mortgage premium and the annual mortgage insurance premium will increase effective April 1st of this year. The increase in fees will

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Get Pre-Approved today!

February 24, 2012 Financing

Stand out from the crowd of other buyers. A pre-approval from a reputable lender sets you apart and is stronger than a pre-qualification. Here’s a video from Aret Kalayjian, our preferred lender from First Niagara Bank.

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Should I buy or rent?

December 23, 2011 Buyers

Should I buy a home or rent? Yes, we are a real estate brokerage in the business of helping people buy and sell real estate, but did you know we also work with renters?
Owning your own home can give you financial and emotional peace of mind, but is it the right decision for you?

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Finding a lender

December 23, 2011 Buyers

Congratulations! You’ve decided to purchase your own home. This was probably a difficult decision to make, and the fun of searching for your new nest is about to begin! Before you head out to your first open house, you will need to find a key member of your home buying team: your lender.

You will …

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Steps to Buying Your Home

December 23, 2011 Buyers

Decision…decisions….
The first step to take when buying your first home is to decide what you want. Trust us, it sounds much easier than it actually is! The best way to do this is to create a

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Investor Center

December 23, 2011 Buyers

Is Real Estate Investing right for you?
Learn the art of Real Estate Investing. This real estate housing market has presented an opportunity for real estate investors. Get educated, get the tools you need and find out if real estate investment is right for you

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