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When it comes to listing a home for sale, New Jersey Realtors has found that there are a few minor changes and upgrades that can be done to help a home stand out positively amongst other houses on the market. Some of these require a little elbow grease and others need some strategic planning, but all of them can help to boost a home’s profile.   Remove Outdated Fixtures This includes popcorn ceilings and any wallpaper that doesn’t read as neutral. Popcorn ceilings are a hassle to remove, but many buyers view them as antiquated…

Open houses have remained a tried-and-true way for New Jersey Realtors — and their colleagues around the country — to effectively present and market a client’s home to potential buyers. But because the success of many open houses is based on first impressions, prepping your home so that it excites attendees is an important step in selling your home.   Remove Clutter and Personal Items   Given the fact that you’ve lived in, and presumably enjoyed, your home for the last few years, if not more, it’s a fair assumption that…

When it comes to freshening up a home, whether it’s for an immediate sale or future resale value, the age of Pinterest has a lot of homeowners considering D.I.Y. projects. If a homeowner can re-stain all the kitchen cabinets for half the price of a contractor, and their New Jersey Realtor advises it would be a great selling point, why not give it a whirl?   But before cracking open that can of paint, save your client (or yourself!) a lot of future headaches and do your homework on do-it-yourself.   Don’t Bite Off More Than…

Making the decision to list your home for sale can sometimes be overwhelming. There are many schools of thought on how to best sell your home for the highest price in the shortest amount of time, but knowing who to trust and which road to go down can sometimes add to already mounting stress. At New Jersey Realtors we’ve spent almost 100 years working on behalf of our members and property owners to connect buyers and sellers with leading experts in real estate. Here are some things sellers should keep in mind:   Work With an…

Though ultimately rewarding, buying a home can sometimes be a daunting process. Aligning yourself with an expert in real estate, doing your research, and preparing important documents can aide in completing a successful home purchase. These are some of New Jersey Realtors tips for buyers:   Work With a Realtor. Not every licensed real estate agent is a Realtor. While all Realtors are licensed agents or brokers, they are also leading professionals in the field who subscribe to a strict code of ethics and belong to the largest…

On June 17, 2015, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced that it would propose to delay the RESPA/TILA Integration or TRID until October 1.   In a statement issued by CFPB Director Richard Cordray, he said the decision was made “to correct an administrative error that we just discovered in meeting the requirements under federal law, which would have delayed the effective date of the rule by two weeks. We further believe that the additional time included in the proposed effective date would better accommodate the…

On June 11, New Jersey Realtors® held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the site of the future headquarters on Hamilton Avenue in Trenton. Key legislators, including Trenton Mayor Eric Jackson, Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes, Senate Republican leader Tom Kean, Jr., and Assembly Republican leader Jon Bramnick attended the historic event as well as 150 members of the association.   “This was a momentous day for our association,” said New Jersey Realtors® CEO Jarrod C. Grasso. “We are proud we will finally be able to call our…

On Tuesday, June 9, the New Jersey REALTORS® Educational Foundation awarded its 2015 scholarships to 42 students from throughout the Garden State who are pursuing undergraduate degrees. The scholarships, which are awarded annually, were funded by the foundation, NJ REALTORS®, local boards/associations and the generous donations of REALTORS®. To be eligible for a scholarship, students must complete an application, meet with the foundation's board of trustees and be the child or relative of a current member of the association. Photos…

Each year the National Association of REALTORS® compiles data on recent home buyers and sellers throughout the state. The survey covers everything from median age of home buyers to characteristics of homes sold. Check out the breakdown below.   Chapter 1 - Characteristics of Home Buyers Chapter 2 - Characteristics of Homes Purchased Chapter 3 - The Home Search Process Chapter 4 - Home Buying and Real Estate Professionals Chapter 5 - Financing the Home Purchase Chapter 6 - Home Sellers and Their Seller Experience Chapter 7 - Home…

NJ REALTORS® — along with members from the state’s local boards and associations — attended the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo during the week of May 11 in Washington, D.C. Held annually, the midyear meetings serve as an advantageous opportunity for REALTORS® to attend meetings with their state legislators to discuss topics, legislation, and initiatives important to REALTORS® and property owners. Additionally, the conference connects leaders and experts within the REALTOR® organization from across the country who…