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Maintaining Your Car in NJ

Posted on March 21, 2013 by NJNorma

What keeps any car going is preventive maintenance. Just like your yearly physical at the doctor’s office keeps you in shape, regular preventive car care can help you get more miles out of your vehicle. Car manufacturers provide recommendations on … Continue reading →

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Home Buying Closing Costs in NJ

Posted on March 21, 2013 by NJNorma

The following list is an estimate of the closing costs that are associated with buying a home in NJ. Typically closing costs are 3% of the purchase price, but can be more depending on a number of variables. The following … Continue reading →

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Spruce Up Your Home Entryway

Posted on March 21, 2013 by NJNorma

I like to pick different areas of the home and peak the reader’s interest in sprucing it up. In this blog, I’d like you to think of sprucing up the entryway. Homeowners who have decided to stay put as well … Continue reading →

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Is 2013 The Year of the Home Seller?

Posted on January 13, 2013 by NJNorma

After years of declining home values and a buyers’ market, 2013 could be the year of the seller. Though the situation varies by region, we’ve seen a glimmer of hope for sellers and the housing market in general over the … Continue reading →

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Home Buying & Selling in the Fall

Posted on September 22, 2012 by NJNorma

September is almost over and the new Fall season is here. If you are trying to find a post-summer home buying deal or looking to sell before the hectic holidays, there are plenty of things you can do to get … Continue reading →

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS WITH LOWEST RESALE VALUE

Posted on September 12, 2012 by NJNorma

HOME IMPROVEMENTS WITH THE LOWEST RESALE VALUE It’s the magic phrase uttered by almost anyone who’s ever considered the cost of home remodeling: “We’ll get it back when we sell.” But there are some improvements bringing the lowest resale. Unless … Continue reading →

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Seniors & Baby Boomers Considering Downsizing

Posted on August 14, 2012 by NJNorma

IF YOU ARE A SENIOR OR BABY BOOMER CONSIDERING A CHANGE, READ ON.  Many of us who are approaching “Senior”, “Mature” or “Baby Boomer” Status (or, like me, have arrived) feel the economic squeeze to some extent and are looking … Continue reading →

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How Your Front Door Can Help Sell Your Home

Posted on July 27, 2012 by NJNorma

First and foremost, I’m a Realtor®.  But, like most people, I have worn many hats, and still do. I’m a student of Feng Shui. It’s a lifelong study that only a few will master, and I am as novice as … Continue reading →

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Use Your Garage to Help Sell your Home – Take it From a Pro

Posted on July 20, 2012 by NJNorma

You’ve staged every room inside your home, spruced up outside and gave your home curb appeal. Now it’s time to get your garage to help you sell your home! As a Certified HomeStaging Professional, as well as a Licensed Realtor®, … Continue reading →

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Home Staging for Home Sellers – Take it outside!

Posted on July 9, 2012 by NJNorma

Home sellers must be proactive in selling their homes! In my last Blog, I gave some very helpful tips for staging inside the home. Now we’ll move outside for awhile. Hopefully it’s a little less stressful. But, in this wicked heat we’ve … Continue reading →

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