Recent Blog Posts by Sandra Kaiser

Five Tips for a Green Home

By Sandra Kaiser Prudential New Jersey Properties   Eco-friendly. Carbon footprint. Global warming. Energy-efficient. These catch phrases have become part of our lexicon as we’ve become more aware of our impact on the environment and our role in protecting it. As a homeowner, there are some simple, inexpensive steps you can take to make your home energy-efficient. Get started on the road ...

Is This Really a Buyers Market?

With falling home prices and higher inventories, most of the public views real estate as a “buyer’s market,” in which buyers hold more of the control and sellers will more eagerly accept lower offers just to sell. Not so fast, say buyers and sellers. More buyers are finding the sellers in the driver’s seat. Buyer Young Hammack gave up looking for homes for a while after being ...

10 Reasons to Buy a Home

Time magazine is being overly pessimistic in its recent cover piece that called into question the benefits of homeownership. In fact, now is a great time to buy. And, what's more, tomorrow will be a great time to own, because the fundamental strength of homeownership hasn't changed. Why is now a great time to buy? Here are 10 reasons:1. You can get a good deal. Prices are down 30 percent on average. ...

Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly

Easy Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly By Paige TeppingRISMEDIA, August 14, 2010--Homeowners across the country are continually striving toward a more eco-friendly lifestyle. While homeowners may not know where to start, there are small steps that can be taken that can add up to make a big difference. The experts at OurGreenerLife.com offer the following tips to help you lessen your eco footprint. ...

Happy 4th!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy July 4th!  Enjoy!

Happy Mother's Day!

Today is the day to honor a special mother in your life.  Make it a special day! Happy Mother's Day!  

35 Ways to Make a Positive Impression in Less Than 10 Seconds

This was originally posted on erealestate.com but I thought it was worth re-posting..... Here is a short list of 35 things you can do in less than 10 seconds that will make you a better person, enhance your self-image and improve the quality of your life. 1. Make it a point to say the words ”I love you” to the people in your home every single day.2. Offer a friendly authentic ...

How Much Should You Offer For That House?

You've found a home you want to buy, but how much should you offer to pay for it? One of the most perplexing points in the home-buying process is the decision of how much to offer for the home you want to buy. If you offer "too much," you might experience buyer’s remorse or feel the house was "overpriced." Yet if you offer "too little," you might infuriate the seller and lose your opportunity ...

OPEN HOUSE April 11th 1-4 in Martinsville

Come and view my listing at 2118 Primrose Lane in Martinsville on Sunday, April 11th between 1-4.  The price was reduced drastically so it will not last! Contact me with any questions at 908-752-5482.  Thank you! Sandra Kaiser    

3 Reasons Why Those Who Don’t Buy Now Might Regret It Later

Posted By susanne On March 23, 2010 @ 3:12 pm In Home Buying 101, Real Estate [1]RISMEDIA, March 24, 2010—Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions an individual can make. So it’s understandable that one considering a home purchase may take their time to avoid rushing into such a large financial commitment. However, several factors might leave prospective home buyers who don’t ...

Roofing: Repair or Replace?

Roofing: Repair or Replace? Deciding whether to repair or replace roofing is largely an exercise in timing—you don’t want to reroof too soon and waste money, but you don’t want to wait too long either. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2010 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Fouth Quarter Existing Home Sales Surge!

Fourth Quarter Existing-Home Sales Surge in Most States, Prices Up in More Areas WASHINGTON , February 11, 2010 Strong gains in existing-home sales were the predominant pattern in most states during the fourth quarter, with many more metro areas seeing prices rise from a year earlier, according to the latest survey by the National Association of Realtors ® . Sales increased from the third ...