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Upper Saddle River NJ, A New Year, but the same old problems for Upper Saddle and Saddle River communities. Apparently brown Wonka water is good for home values in one of the richest zip codes in the United States 07458. Of course I am being facetious. All kidding aside have you checked your home value lately?
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Ridgewood NJ, the day has finally arrived , the Dayton, the first of four high density housing projects in the Village of Ridgewood’s central business district , has begun leasing to tenants, with a move in date in January.
Continue reading The Dayton in Ridgewood is NOW Accepting Applications for January Move In!
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Ridgewood NJ, Christie’s International Real Estate, the real estate arm of Christie’s, the world’s leading art auction house, welcomed over 700 brokers from 24 countries, including 26 U.S. states, to the network’s annual invitation-only Luxury Specialist Conference. This year’s event was held virtually November 17 and 18, attracting the largest number of participants in the history of the forum. At the conclusion of the conference, attendees were designated as a “Christie’s International Real Estate Luxury Specialist” by Christie’s Education.
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HUNTERDON COUNTY NJ ,Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey, an exclusive partner of Christie’s International Real Estate, voted Christie’s Affiliate of the Year in 2017 and 2018, and the fastest growing real estate brokerage in northern New Jersey, announced that Windward Farm is currently listed for sale by Realtor-Associate® Priscilla Reynolds of the Ridgewood Office. This extraordinary, secluded farm estate is a one-of-a-kind property that cannot be replicated. “The first time touring this property, I was astonished by the superb construction, detail, and wide array of amenities I’ve not seen elsewhere. I am honored to represent the sale of Windward Farm. It is more than a luxury property; it is a family home that has unmatched beauty and character. The property is also conveniently a one hour and fifteen-minute drive from New York City and Philadelphia,” said Priscilla Reynolds.
When homeowners default on a loan for their property, the lender may take steps to foreclose on the property and sell it at auction. There may be specific defenses, however, that the homeowner can raise to defend against foreclosure. It is important that he understands the process of foreclosure and how it works, regardless of whether you are afraid that the bank will start foreclosure proceedings or you are already into a foreclosure lawsuit.
Continue reading A Better Look at the Common Defenses of a Foreclosure
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Ridgewood NJ, September traditionally marks the beginning of the seasonal slowdown of the housing market, but robust buyer activity has continued the rising prices and strong demand that has been the hallmark of 2020.
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In one’s life, there are rarely any huge substantial investments except for buying a new home. This is a step that you have got to take at some point in your life, sooner or later. The process of buying a new home isn’t just overwhelming, but it can get quite confusing and filled with regrets if you make the wrong choice.
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Twp of Washington NJ, Charlie Brown’s Township of Washington location is now up for sale or rent. The former location of Charlie Brown’s is located at 95 Linwood Avenue has a realtor sign in front that simply states “available” .The restaurant’s parent company filed for bankruptcy in November 2010, as part of a restructuring that included the closing of 47 restaurants, including 29 Charlie Brown’s locations.In 2011, a New York private-equity company agreed to pay $9.5 million to buy Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse. CB Restaurants Inc. took over 20 Charlie Brown’s restaurants, including 17 locations in New Jersey and The Office Beer Bar & Grill chain was sold to Villa Restaurant Group for $4.7 million.The restaurant chain currently has 16 operating restaurants in New Jersey and New York. At last count there are 13 locations “operating’.
Having a damaged property can be an unfortunate loss for you. However, you can still put it up for sale. There are always people who will be interested in buying damaged property for different kinds of reasons. Lucky for you if you find one of these people. Many buyers would be interested in buying properties in such conditions to fulfill other purposes. Read on to know more about how to sell a damaged property to any of these people.
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Starting a real estate business ain’t for the faint of heart, and those wondering how to start a real estate business should approach it while being aware of this. Just like starting a business in pretty much any other industry, entrepreneurs should first log countless hours conducting research in order to form a meticulous business plan before actually jumping into the business.
Continue reading Tips on How to Start a Real Estate Business Properly
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Ridgewood NJ, This summer New Jersey Realtors Educational Foundation awarded $53,700 in scholarships to 39 students pursuing a college education.
Since 1969, the NJ Realtors Educational Foundation has awarded scholarships to hundreds of deserving students that are enrolled or will be enrolled in an undergraduate program. The selection process for these students included their academic achievements, financial need, interest in real estate endeavors, and contributions to family, school, and communities.
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Ridgewood NJ, Pending home sales in June outpaced last June by more than 30 percent, a clear indication the housing market is returning to normal levels. Pent-up demand through the lockdown months have likely pushed normal spring activity into the summer.
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Steel has become a well-known trend for those who would like to save a penny but do not deprive their households of quality products and appliances. Especially those customers who are keen on building their fantasy homes from scratch. The steel industry and the picture of it in our heads are progressively turning into a secure and increasingly economical alternative for the property holders. Here are the reasons why.
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Ridgewood NJ, construction begins at 257 East Ridgewood Avenue. The property is owned by 257 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE LLC . The property will be known as the Enclave . In 2014 The developers of Enclave, a proposed 52-unit luxury apartment building on Maple Avenue between East Ridgewood and Franklin. At the time it was one of the four properties that applied for consideration as luxury apartment locations, two are on the sites of former car dealerships; one is the site of the former DMV inspection location; and the final is the Enclave.
Continue reading Construction Begins at Old Sealfons Site in Ridgewood
People spend half of their time looking for a workplace that fits their business. This can be an exhausting process that drains you if you don’t know what you are looking for exactly. That’s why planning everything in advance can make the search go as smoothly as possible. There are some aspects that you should keep in mind and that will affect your success drastically.
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