The gutters on your home serve as the first line of defense against water damage. They perform a critical function by redirecting rain and snow away from your house and foundation. Gutter systems are designed to protect your house, foundation, roof, and siding, as well as your basement and landscaping. A properly functioning gutter diverts […]
Guest Post by: Amy Collett Moving into assisted living is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make for yourself. If you’re trying to figure out what to do with your home in Monmouth County, NJ, you have several options. While you don’t need to decide what to do with your empty home right away […]
By Lisa Marie Conklin by Realtor.com So you made it through the closing process. Congrats! You’re finally off the emotional roller coaster that is shopping for and bidding on a house. The inspections are complete, the paperwork has been signed, and you have the keys to your new place. Welcome to your new life as a […]
📈Let’s compare how the real estate market in Monmouth and Ocean counties performed in September compared to last year. 📉 We *still* continue to see higher home prices from last year at this time period due to the demand and accessibility outpacing the availability of homes. Monmouth County saw the biggest jump in prices in […]
GUEST POST BY: True Tamplin, BSc, CEPF® Updated on September 12, 2022 There are many different types of living arrangements for the elderly, but it is important to understand some major differences between assisted living and independent living. These options can be overwhelming so here is a rundown of what you need to know about […]
PUBLISHED ON THE MORNING BREW By: Amanda Hoover and Ashwin Rodrigues September 23, 2022 Finding a place to live in 2022 hasn’t exactly been a breeze. Rents have skyrocketed, and mortgage rates have nearly doubled from their 2020 lows. As any Zillow lurker knows, prices are out of control for those bold enough to consider buying a […]
📈Let’s compare how the real estate market in Monmouth and Ocean counties performed in August compared to last year. 📉As summer comes to a close, many buyers are still hoping and waiting for the real estate market to cool off. The market does show signs of slowing BUT data shows we are still in a […]
By Larissa Runkle of Realtor.com Longing for a trip to the ocean as the temperature rises? We are right there with you. But what if we told you that you could have your very own private body of saltwater to cool off in this summer—no matter what landlocked corner you find yourself in? Saltwater pools are […]
By Jennifer Kelly Geddes with Realtor.com First-time homebuyers are no doubt excited when they move in, and eager to furnish their new digs with all the essentials. But here’s the rub: While they may be thrilled to buy the perfect coffee table and ottomans—and those things are certainly nice to have—they may not be exactly necessary. […]
by: Rocky Mengle of Kiplinger.com August 12, 2022 If you’re planning a few home improvements that will boost the energy efficiency of your house, you may save some money on your projects now that the Inflation Reduction Act is about to become law. One of the bill’s main goals is to address climate change and […]
(Image via Jason Boyd / Pexels) Guest Post by: Amy Collett Backyard Makeover Ideas That Are Every Family’s Wildest Dream If your backyard doesn’t enhance your life, then you may as well live in an apartment. There’s no reason (barring an HOA or codes violation) that you should not have everything you’ve ever dreamed of on […]
