There are a lot of moving parts involved in purchasing a New Jersey home, and many people who have been through the process attest that things often change on a dime. As you navigate the process of purchasing a home, contingencies and disclosures may come into play....
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An overview of Senate Bill 3124
In the beginning months of each new year, the governor often signs bills into law or previously signed bills go into effect. One such recent bill is Senate Bill 3124. According to NJ Spotlight News, this bill helps renters, giving them more time to pay overdue rent...
How can I screen potential tenants?
Screening your tenants before renting to them is one of the best ways to protect yourself as a landlord. You can learn a lot of information through this process that can bring to light issues that could make the person a bad tenant. Money Crashers explains that you...
What are some less common real estate issues?
Buying a home is definitely exciting, but the process is not without its hang-ups. While most people are aware of common closing day issues, including unpleasant discoveries during the final walk-through, many other things can also go awry. Realty Times explains a few...
What should you know before buying a condo?
Buying a condominium unit instead of a single-family home can offer you a lot of advantages. You do not need to worry about exterior maintenance and upkeep, and you often have access to amenities, such as a fitness center or pool. Whatever your reasons for buying a...
What do you know about buyer closing costs in real estate?
While saving up to buy your first home in New Jersey, ensure that you account for everything. Did you add closing costs to your budget? If you have never heard of closings costs, now is the time to change that. Do not let unexpected costs keep you from becoming a...
What must New Jersey landlords do to evict a tenant?
Landlords in the Clifton area depend on their tenants to pay rent on time, to keep the property in good condition and not to cause trouble. After all, a landlord’s rental properties may be their main source of income, and they rely on their tenants to uphold the terms...
What should be covered in a residential home inspection?
It can take months for a New Jersey family to find its dream home. After endless days of searching online listings and countless visits to open houses, the members of a family may rejoice on the day that they locate a property that meets all of their requirements....
Strategies to make it easier to sell a home
Homes in New Jersey don't always sell immediately after they are put on the market. Reasons such as a lack of curb appeal or an unkept interior could lead to major delays. Homeowners should take steps such as mowing the lawn or planting new grass to make the exterior...
What rights do you have when tenants have unauthorized visitors?
Being a landlord in New Jersey isn't particularly easy. Not only do you have to come up with the capital to invest in real estate to begin with, but you also have to maintain the properties you purchase over the years.Beyond that, you have to collect rent from tenants...