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June 2020 Market Update
Our June Market Update is in! The market is incredibly strong and moving extremely fast. Honestly we have never seen a market quite like this before. Below you will find highlighted the sale to list price ratio.
Summit Farmers Market - Celebrating 25 Years!
We love summer!!!! Summer means fresh fruits, veggies, grilled meats or seafood and basically anything super fresh. It doesn't get any fresher than homegrown in New Jersey.
When Is The Best Time To Sell? When Competition Is At An All-Time Low
In a recent survey of home sellers by Qualtrics, 87% of respondents said they were concerned their home won’t sell because of the pandemic and resulting economic recession. Of the respondents, 51% said they are “seriously worried.”
Historic Rebound For The Housing Market
Pending Home Sales increased by 44.3% in May, registering the highest month-over-month gain in the index since the National Association of Realtors (NAR) started tracking this metric in January 2001. So, what exactly are pending home sales, and why is this rebound so important?
2020 Fourth Of July Activities!
There is no doubt that this 4th of July may be a little different than others in the past. However there are still plenty of ways to celebrate safely with family. Time to start baking some patriotic treats.
What Experts Are Saying About The Rest Of 2020
One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these days is: What’s going to happen to the housing market in the second half of the year? Based on recent data on the economy, unemployment, real estate, and more, many economists are revising their forecasts for the remainder of 2020 – and the outlook is extremely encouraging.
New Jersey Home Prices Could See The Biggest Increase In 16 Years
According to the latest real estate forecast by Otteau Valuation Group; Bergen, Essex, Union and Middlesex could see a 6% jump in home prices in 2021. If that holds true that would be the biggest annual increase since 2005.
Boxwood Coffee: Jasmine Passion Iced Tea At Home!
Boxwood Coffee is known as Westfield and Summit's perfect community coffee shop, offering the perfect working atmosphere, alongside amazing coffee and our personal favorite, teas.
Summit Downtown Public Art
There are so many reasons to love the town of Summit, NJ. For me it's where my husband and I bought our first home together, raised our kids and it's where I work (The Price Group) and play!
Are You Ready For The Summer Housing Market?
As the health crisis started making its way throughout our country earlier this spring, sellers have been cautious about putting their homes on the market. This hesitation stemmed primarily from fear of the spread of the coronavirus, and understandably so.
Home Prices: It’s All About Supply And Demand
As we enter the summer months and work through the challenges associated with the current pandemic, many are wondering what impact the economic slowdown will have on home prices. When we look at the big picture, supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what’s to come.
May 2020 Market Update
Our May Market Update is in! The market is still very strong and moving. Below you will find the number of houses sold. Check out how your town is doing HERE.
What Will Define Your New Normal? We Share Ours.
Over the last few months since the pandemic took off, our lives have changed. While we may be anxious to return to normal and wonder what our “new” normal may be, we are also taking time to consider which parts of our “old” normal we want to return back to.
Transitioning To A New Home - Part 1
Moving is a stressful time: from finding the perfect home to packing and physically moving. Here are some helpful tips to making those first few months go a little smoother.
Buying Or Selling? Why You Need A Real Estate Sherpa Right Now
In a normal real estate market you need an expert in the area to help you navigate through the process. You need an experienced agent you can turn to help price your home properly and stage accordingly. You need someone to help determine what to offer on your dream home.
Activities To Do This Memorial Day Weekend
Who else feels like Memorial Day weekend sneaked up on them, given the times we are currently facing? Our normal plans may be a little dampened but there is still plenty of fun to be had and memories to be made. We put together a list of fun activities you can still do even while practicing social distancing.
Compass CEO: Seeing A Rebound In Residential Real Estate
During these ever-changing times, it’s my goal to keep you informed and up to date on the latest trends we’re seeing in the housing market. Today, our CEO Robert Reffkin, told CNBC that while this is unprecedented, there are clear signs that the market is rebounding, and will continue to rebound.
Why The Housing Market Will Drive The Economy
As all eyes are on the American economy, as states begin to reopen, the question becomes: which sectors of the economy will drive its recovery? The growing consensus is the housing market is positioned to be the driving force that is necessary.
It's National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day!
Who doesn't LOVE Chocolate Chip Cookies? Here is our family recipe that is sure to be one of your favorites! Another week down in homeschooling, calls for a celebration in our books...it's Friday after all!
April 2020 Home Market Report
The April Home Market Update is in! We are really starting to see people feel more and more comfortable putting their homes on the market given our current environment.