Category Archives: Family Matters

Fall Soil Preparation in NJ

The gardener feeds the plant, the organic gardener feeds the soil. Feeding the plant is like applying battery power, which has a limited span of usefulness before it burns out. But feeding the soil with organic nutrients and minerals is … Continue reading

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The History and Tradition of Halloween Candy Corn

The History of Candy Corn   If Halloween were to be represented by an object, it would, no doubt, be the pumpkin. But if there is one candy that perfectly encapsulates the Halloween spirit in one small as sugary dose, … Continue reading

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7 Home Buyer Turn Offs

I can’t say that I agree 100% with everything here, although I do have to bow to the market demands. This is the culmination of polls taken by leading real estate experts (who also didn’t agree with ALL the tastes … Continue reading

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Low Cost Home Improvements to Add Resale Value

Even in a housing market where inventory is low, buyers still want a move-in ready house and are willing to pay more for one that’s turn-key. Sellers can increase their listing price and decrease the time their home sits on … Continue reading

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Home Insurance and Renovations

Woody Allen once said: “There are worse things in life than death. Have you ever spent an evening with an insurance salesman?” But if you are planning a renovation to your home and don’t take the time to speak to … Continue reading

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Say Mum this Fall … Don’t Be Mum with Curb Appeal

Fall may be the end of summer’s blooms, but even in this season there are still stunning ways to ramp up your home’s curb appeal. Curb appeal is important for a number of reasons. We judge the condition and value … Continue reading

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Best Things to Buy in the Spring – Buyers Guide & Tips

  Spring is a great time to stock up on some new furnishings and other household items, especially in May and June. Here are the best things to buy soon.  All Spring Televisions and Other Electronics: The Japanese fiscal year … Continue reading

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New Home Buying Tips for Clinton and Hunterdon County

The first thing that most of us think of is the adage… “location, location, location”. While that is certainly very critical, there are many other things to consider when buying real estate. Here are some universal guidelines. How long you … Continue reading

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Cicadas 2013 in Hunterdon County – A little History – and Some Fine Eating.

Billions upon billions of periodical cicadas make a historical appearance this spring. “Brood II” is the species of 17-year cicadas scheduled to appear in this geographic region. Brood II is one of seven species of periodical cicadas that live in … Continue reading

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History of April Fool’s Day from a Clinton NJ Realtor

In sixteenth-century France, the start of the new year was observed on April first. It was celebrated in much the same way as it is today with parties and dancing into the late hours of the night. The First April … Continue reading

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