Competition in some areas has heated up for homes with swimming pools, where homeowners can enjoy the outdoors without having to worry so much about social distancing. Impact on Home Value Ron Clarke, Long & Foster Real Estate’s senior vice president in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and ... » Learn More about Considering a Backyard Pool
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What Pandemic Influenced Buyers Want
The Covid-19 pandemic upended most people’s lives in some way. Whether you were working from home for the first time, your children were learning virtually, or your gym routine became a visit to your basement, the way you use your home has probably changed. These lifestyle changes not only affected ... » Learn More about What Pandemic Influenced Buyers Want
Five Tips for HomeBuyers
Buying a home can be very exciting but it can also be confusing, especially to first time buyers. The truth is that buying a home can be a stress free transaction if home buyers follow a few simple tips. 1. One Step at a Time – Home buying is not a one-time moment but a series of steps. Make ... » Learn More about Five Tips for HomeBuyers
Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval
You've made the exciting decision to buy a house, and now you're wondering what comes next. Once you're serious about buying, you should seek a mortgage pre-approval. Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit ... » Learn More about Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval
Why a Smaller House Might Be the Right Move
Over the past year, we’ve had plenty of opportunities to reflect on what we consider most important in our lives. The place we call home is one of the biggest things many of us are reevaluating. For some, this has spurred an interest in making a move to a home that better suits our changing ... » Learn More about Why a Smaller House Might Be the Right Move
