If you’re on the fence about whether you want to sell your home this year, there’s good news. In the past year we have become highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Here at Sawyer Smith Residential, we have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep both our buyers […]
Downtown Focus: Overall market conditions improved in downtown Jersey City over the same quarter last year, which was impacted by the pandemic. The average sale price of one-bedroom condos rose 1% to $577,000 Two-bedroom condos had the largest increase in average sale prices, which rose 13% to $924,000 Three-bedroom condos also rose 1% to and […]
In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic, elaborates: “The frequency of buyers being willing to pay more than the market data supports is increasing.” […]
Well, 2021 is half over and many are wondering where our housing market is heading during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what the experts have to say about key factors that will drive the both real estate and the economy forward in the months to come. Realtor.com “. . . […]
Our real estate market is really heating up as we enter the Spring season. We’ve been seeing multiple offers on listings, and in one case, a single-family home I listed, received 9 offers in the first week. Buyers need to be ready to compete. This is especially true for anyone looking for a single-family home […]
Now listed at $2,195,000!!! Located in the heart of downtown Jersey City, this well-maintained income-producing property has three residential units and one commercial unit. Originally constructed in 1878, the property retains much of its historic charm including high ceilings, hardwood floors, and original mahogany banisters but has also been updated with central heating and cooling and open-concept […]
For generations, the homebuying process never really changed. The seller would try to estimate the market value of the home and tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the listing price of the house. Buyers would then try to determine how much less than the full price they could […]
When thinking about selling, homeowners often ask me about what they need to do to get top-dollar. Many agents are suggesting costly remodeling to make the home more appealing to buyers. However, with so many buyers competing for available homes right now, renovations may not be as vital as they would be in a more normal market. […]
One thing we can all agree on is that we are in a seller’s market, and it’s a good market for both sellers and buyers because interest rates are super low, and cash buyers are ready to spend their bonuses on their next home. Realtors measure the market activity in terms of “months of supply”. If the […]
This lovely 2-bed, 2-bath condo was under contract in nine days with multiple offers above asking price of $924,900. The south-facing windows provide plenty of natural light. The fully-equipped kitchen includes white quartz countertops and the best Bosch appliances. This 1380 SF home has two lovely bedroom suites with huge custom California closets and adjoining […]
