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Uncategorized Increased Inventory More good news for the homebuyers! Not only are mortgage rates lower, the number of houses on the market is higher! “This is a win-win situation for anyone looking to buy a home right now,” says Julia Gulden Dagistanli, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty. “It means you’re more likely to find the house of […]
Uncategorized Things You Can Negotiate in a Home Sale Here’s something many buyers don’t know: When you buy a house you can negotiate much more than the price. Here are some other things you can haggle over to make sure you get the best deal possible. Repairs “Most real estate agents will make sure their clients make all cosmetic repairs before they list,” says […]
Uncategorized Mortgage Rates Finally Drop Finally! Mortgage rates are starting to come down. 30 year fixed rate mortgages are finally in the mid 6% range and some 15 year mortgages even dropped below 6. This is the lowest mortgage interest rates have been in a year and buyers are jumping to lock in. “This is great news for anyone looking […]
Uncategorized Why Your Home Isn’t Selling Everyone keeps saying it’s a seller’s market. So you listed your home for sale. It’s been on the market for weeks, with no bites? Sound like a familiar scenario? You might just need to make a few small changes to see big results. When it comes to selling a house, homeowners generally want three things: […]
Uncategorized Why Real Estate Agents are Crucial When selling your home, listing For Sale By Owner can be tempting. But after their home hits the market, many homeowners change their minds.  “They often quickly realize how time consuming selling a home can be,” says Fara Espandi, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “It’s a full time job. That’s why we are here […]
Uncategorized Why Asking Price Matters When it comes to selling your  home, the asking price is one of the most important factors to consider. It can determine how long your home stays on the market, how many offers you receive, and ultimately, how much money you get for your property. Just ask Danielle Sette and Jessica Davidson of Team Sette/Davidson […]
Uncategorized ERA Justin Announces Q2 Leaders ERA Justin Realty Co is proud to announce its 2024 Leaders for the second quarter of the year. The winners are: Lee Schilare, Fara Espandi, Julia Dagistanli, Cathy Vick, Alexa Micciulli, and Carol D. Calamari.  “This market is red hot again. But, that doesn’t mean houses are selling themselves,” said Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker/Owner of […]
Uncategorized Home Prices Have Wiggle Room Perhaps you have heard that home prices are dropping. Despite this headline, single-family home prices are still up 6.6% nationwide since last year. So, what’s going on? “The answer lies in the difference between the asking price and the sold price,” says Cathy Vick, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “While more sellers are adjusting […]
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Uncategorized Emotional Benefits of Home Ownership Owning a home is a major financial milestone for many people. But beyond the financial benefits, there are also a number of emotional benefits to owning a home. Stability and Security “One of the most important emotional benefits of home ownership is stability and security,” says Catherine Nimmo, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “When […]
Uncategorized Get Your Independence from Rent This Independence Day Independence Day is a time to celebrate our freedom. For many people, true independence means owning their own home.  If you’re tired of paying rent and want to achieve the American Dream of homeownership, here are a few tips to get started. Get Your Finances in Order “Before you can start looking for a home, […]
Uncategorized Tips for Gen Z Buyers The current real estate market has some members of Gen Z and younger wondering if they will ever be able to afford a home. “Between inflation, rising home prices and high mortgage rates, they think all hope is lost,” says Antonella Dininno, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “But it isn’t. There are ways to […]
Uncategorized It’s Summertime! Time to Move! It’s the first day of summer!  Temperatures are heating up, the sun is staying up late and the kids are getting out of school. It’s the perfect time to move! “Summer is traditionally one of the best times to move,” says Alexa Micciulli, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty.  There are several reasons for this. […]
Uncategorized Why Move? The Answer May Surprise You When people decide to move, it usually corresponds with a major life milestone. “They’re usually getting married, divorced, or downsizing after kids move out,” says Winster Ceballos, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty. “But these days we are adding another reason: To make money.” According to a new survey from Realtor.com 24.4% of those surveyed […]
Uncategorized What’s Next for Mortgage Rates? If you’re shopping for a new house, you may be hearing a lot about how high mortgage rates are. Well, here is some good news: They could start dropping soon. The next interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve (aka The Fed) is expected next week.  Last month, The Fed left the Federal Funds Rate […]
Uncategorized More Homes Hit the Market Over the past few years, potential homebuyers have faced a significant challenge: a limited number of homes for sale nationwide. However, according to new data from Realtor.com, those days may be over. Inventory is up now three years in a row. “We are not back to pre-pandemic 2020 levels,” says Rosemarie Zembryski, Sales Associate at […]
Uncategorized Less is More When it comes to staging your house to sell, less is more.  “You want fewer everything,” says Michelle Korosy, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “Fewer family photos on the piano, fewer throw blankets in the living room, fewer coffee mugs in the kitchen cabinet.”  One way to achieve this is by decluttering. “By clearing […]
Uncategorized Spring Spruce Up Spring has sprung! There are signs of it everywhere. Flowers are popping up alongside “For Sale” signs planted on front lawns across America.  “As the weather warms up, the real estate market heats up too,” says Mary Iannaccone, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “Spring is the busiest home buying time of the year.” If […]
Uncategorized Spring Has Sprung It’s the time home buyers and sellers alike have been waiting for… spring! It’s time to fling open the doors and usher in the busiest time of the year for real estate.    Here is what to expect. Increased Activity “Spring brings a surge in real estate activity for a few reasons,” says Laura McCarthy, Sales […]
Uncategorized Hoarding Help “Your house doesn’t have to be in pristine condition in order to sell it,” says ERA Justin Broker/Owner Jennifer Darby Metzger, “We can help you clean it out or explore other options.” Metzger has personal experience dealing with top-to-bottom clean-outs, having done it for someone close who passed away leaving behind three homes that were […]
Uncategorized ERA Justin Announces Q1 Leaders ERA Justin Realty Co is delighted to unveil its Q1 2024 Leaders, showcasing top performance and dedication during the first quarter of the year. The distinguished leaders include Fara Espandi, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Alexa Micciulli, Cathy Vick, and Rosemarie Zembryski. Reflecting on the dynamic market landscape, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker/Owner of ERA Justin Realty […]