Nancy McCormick, Morris County Real Estate Sales Associate

Did you know inspectors are not regulated by federal guidelines? While there are rules by state, some regions require very little for licensing and/or certification.

Also, all inspectors are certainly not created equal. Not only is it important to seek out an individual who comes highly recommended, it is equally critical to keep in mind the most common things that are often overlooked during an inspection.

Be part of the process and double check to make sure the items on this helpful checklist are not neglected.

From leaky faucets to damp porches, read on to learn more about the potential red flags that should be on your radar.

House of Horrors: 6 Things a Home Inspector Might Not Catch Countless problems can go unnoticed simply because your home inspector doesn’t look for them. Before you buy, make sure you check for these budget busters.

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone! It’s been a special one for me celebrating my first Formula 1 race in Miami, FL. We’ve been cheering on McLaren team as long-time fans and finally checking off a bucket list item. I am here with my daughter and wishing my sons were here, but there’s always next year.

Enjoy the day!

Since the pandemic began, many people have opted to pursue home renovations rather than jump into the chaotic real estate market as buyers.

It is no wonder why most are focusing on their kitchens since it’s the focal point of the home.

Updating this room will bring the best bang for your buck on resale, and you can also reap the benefits of a brand-new design in advance of putting your home on the market when you’re ready.

Here are 100 unique and swoon-worthy kitchen designs that you will either love for years to come or will make your home fly off the market before you can say “resale value”.

100 Designer Kitchens That Will Get You Excited to Renovate Yours So many deliciously chic ideas.

We knew the writing was on the wall, and here it is. Mortgage rates have hit 5% for the first time in more than a decade. Experts are saying pricier mortgages are calming the market a bit. The volume of loan applications for home buying was down 6% this week when compared to the same week last year.

2022 has been a particularly tough year for buyers in the market who have made major concessions, waived inspections and battled grueling bidding wars just to land a home. Will the tides continue to turn, putting an end to this historical, albeit “crazy”, housing market? Stay tuned because it sure will stay interesting, folks.

Mortgage Rates Hit 5% for First Time Since 2011 The monthly cost of buying a typical home has surged by more than a third over the past year by one estimate, yet demand remains robust.