A couple of weeks ago, I published the first of a series of real estate market reports focusing on the towns of Essex County. The subject was Verona, a favorite West Essex destination among buyers who are looking for a… Read More ›
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Beneath the Surface: What’s really going on in the Verona, NJ real estate market, and why it matters to you!
This is the first of what will be a series of real estate market reports focusing on the towns of Essex County. These market reports will be largely objective in nature; the raw data underlying the reports has been sourced… Read More ›
Attn. Real Estate Investors: Are you in it for the money???
Of course you are. And that’s why so many savvy investors are looking at Newark as a great place to park some serious dough. Here’s an example why. Let’s say you have $500,000 to invest and your preference is multi-family… Read More ›
Good Hootch: A Metaphor for the New Newark
27 Mix is a bar/cafe in downtown Newark. It’s located at 27 Halsey Street and it’s a metaphor for what’s happening in Newark. With big-time, downtown development comes bars that serve fine liquors like Macallan 18. At $28 a shot,… Read More ›
Amazing, Block-by-Block, Building-by-Building Model of Newark Unveiled At Newark Library Reception
What a spectacular project! A model of the entire city of Newark in relief and it’s your’s for the viewing in the rotunda of the Newark Library. Produced by the City of Newark in cooperation with the NJIT College of Architecture and… Read More ›
The Spector of a Bum Appraisal Looms Large in Forest Hill
The property for sale was in near-perfect condition. An excited buyer was anxious to move in, and a happy seller was ready to move closer to her job. And, perhaps most importantly, the contract price was well within the ability… Read More ›
A Forest Hill Classic is About to be Reborn
All home buyers bring expectations to the buying process. Some want move-in condition from top to bottom with little to do besides painting. Others see a house as a medium for creative expression. Larry and Linda are the latter. I can’t… Read More ›
My Love Affair with Older Homes
I have always had a thing for older homes. It isn’t like I don’t appreciate new ones, as well. I live in a modified 1950s ranch and love it but, as a Realtor, I must work both sides of the… Read More ›
Moments in Time in the Developing Story of Newark
A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a Gallery Reception for Nell Painter. It was hosted by WBGO radio (“The Jazz Source” 88.3 FM) in downtown Newark. Painter, who is best known as a distinguished American… Read More ›
New, Forest Hill, Newark, Real Estate Listing Channels an American Cultural Icon
I love front porches. Always have. So, when the owner of 564-566 Ridge Street, located in the historic section of Forest Hill, Newark, invited me to list his property for sale I jumped at the opportunity. Without doubt, the wrap-around… Read More ›
