It's just me one of your local Real Estate tax paying guys who needs some answers...Before we get into that; let me share with you two things that happened today...1. A buyer asked me to show him a few properties tomorrow...My answer was HMMMMMMM... I don't know if I can or should. I'll get back to you.2. You issued an update to your essential list of businesses that be open and added some that I question just a lil bit. You added cell phone shops , (Didn't know that the demand for these were so critical) Livestock ,(really dude? shoprite will do for now)Nurseries & garden centers  (We can't work, so we might as well plant!) and my personal favorite Bicycle shops.  (Just be home before the streets lights come on son)  Let me just say whether it is in the best interest of public safety f... 03/25/2020

  As real estate professionals we sometimes get caught up in some real sticky situations.   Sometimes our hearts, minds and intentions are in a great place but things just don't go as planned. I have a buyer that has been trying to buy a property for 6 months now. To his credit he has done everything he's been asked and still there's always a delay from the sellers side. Now let me State for the record this is a bank-owned property and when you enter these types of transactions you must understand that you are dealing with a entity and not a person (technically). The beginning...  But today's post is about the process versus the property... When you finally decide to put an offer on a property  there are all types of emotions involved. Joy, happiness, victory just to name a few.  But so... 03/15/2018

  To text or not to text...that is the question?       In the smartphone era everything is at the fingertips of the real estate professionals and the consumer; is this good, bad or both?   Nowadays consumers can get information instantly; they can schedule viewings, chat with agents, find out about open houses and even see virtual tours with just a few clicks.  What I want to know from you all is how do you feel about texting?  I personally feel like times are changing and you must be able to adapt. Text messaging can be a useful tool if used correctly.  But are you using it correctly?If a prospect contacted you late at night on a listing; would you call them back at 11pm or is a text a good way to let them know you hear them while still remaining appropiate based on the time? last thin... 06/23/2016

Hello All,  as a Real Estate professional, I try to stay on top of not only the housing market but also the financial sector as well.  I just read that Fannie Mae has changed some waiting period restrictions for home owners who have completed a short sale or deed in lieu sale.  Effective with loans with application dates on or after 8/16/2014, Fannie Mae has updated the waiting periods following preforeclosure sales or deed-in-lieu of foreclosures. The prior waiting period schedule was: * 2 year waiting period to a max 80% LTV * 4 year waiting period to a max 90% LTV * Standard eligibility after 7 years * 2 year waiting period to a max 90% LTV with extenuating circumstances   The new revised waiting period schedule is: * 4 years standard waiting period with no LTV restriction * 2 year w... 09/10/2014

Have you ever heard the phrase "man makes the clothes, clothes don't make the man" ? pretty interesting phrase when you really think about it.  It's actually somewhat true but you have to admit clothes, your vehicle, your hair style all contribute to your success.   As a man, it is important that I remain well groomed, clean cut and dressed for success...(this is not me by the way...) I have to make sure that besides having a killer presentation for that home owner/buyer, I have to make sure that they see that I am here as a professional to complete the task at hand.  Now don't get me wrong, if you work near the ocean, then by all means put on your flip flops, shorts and go! just make sure that they are neat, clean and dressed sufficently for your market area.   but if you are trying to... 09/03/2014

As a dog lover, I had to do my part by posting this info for Rosie and her family I hope they all get through the trauma of such a devasting event and I hope they find Rosie soon! Yesterday, Essex county residents were witness to a terrible car crash that took 3 lives and lead to numerous injuries to others.  It happened on Route 280 in East Orange New Jersey early Wednesday morning.   Today, the victims of this serious motor vehicle accident are reaching out to the public in search of their beloved dog "Rosie".  She is a terrier mix who was traveling with one of the families involved in the crash.  Family members say that, Rosie was terrified and ran from the scene of the accident she was involved in with her family. She has been missing ever since. Some good news: one of the victims ... 08/28/2014

The other day I was sipping some cold tea and was having a smoke (cigar) on my porch and I noticed something very interesting...there was a guy in a car taking pictures of the house next door to me.  He actually had the nerve to get out and take even more pictures...Now some might say, maybe he was an appraiser or an interested buyer... but to that notion, I would say, NO WAY! this guy was low in his seat and was trying to remain undetected as he took picture after picture...I honestly don't think he saw me sitting there watching him... Now I know the house next door looks great and all but its not for sale, so why is he taking pictures?.  Now Being a New Jersey Real Estate Broker I've come across all types of situations, so I understood right away what was going on.   This guy was prob... 07/30/2014