Sharon Steele Real Estate - Cranford New Jersey Area's Top Realtor
According to HGTV, there are two types of houses — brand-new builds and aging homes with “good bones.” But aside from being an older home that’s still standing, what exactly does it mean if a house has good bones? And what should you...
0Cranford Resident Participates “America in One Room” Political Experiment A pivotal event took place over a long weekend in September which could change the way we approach presidential elections in the future. James Fishkin and Larry...
0Your final walk-through checklist By the time you complete your final walk-through as a homebuyer, you are typically just two steps away from owning a house (remember how long that checklist was when you first started it?) And while...
0Spring Fling or Winter Wonderland? “Should I wait until Spring to list my home for sale?” is a question I hear often from homeowners . As a matter of fact, just this week I was feature in a USA Today article “Your...
0There’s nothing quite like the excitement of buying your very first house. But as you complete the fun stuff — like house hunting and pretending like you’re filming your own personal episode of House Hunters — you’ll also have to pay...
0Meet an artist like no other – Ricardo Roig from our very own Westfield, NJ! Before his gallery even opened its doors at 305 South Avenue West, his stunning and vivid hand cut prints stood out among the local Instagram feed. I was...
0Torn between two lovers? Feeling like a fool? Even in our low inventory market, it’s common for buyers to have to choose between two truly great houses. And after working with hundreds of buyers and homeowners over the years, I’ve...
0We all know that “web appeal is the new curb appeal,” but as a seller, how can you draw in online house hunters if your home hasn’t been updated since the Brady Bunch was airing? Fear not, I’m not going to recommend that you take on...
0Here’s a “Sold by Sharon Story” that was so refreshing and unique. Usually when I am meeting clients who are about to be empty nesters – the talk is about downsizing to a smaller home. Denis and Eileen were a breath of fresh air and...
0When you’ve spent several years or even decades decorating and updating a house, it can feel frustrating to hear that you’ll have to stage your home — or neutralize its decor and design style — in order to appeal to the broadest set of...
0Prep yourself for the process with this 13-step home seller outline. When I work with sellers, I help navigate the logistical and emotional steps of moving...
0National Night Out is This Tuesday, August 6! It’s the 36th Annual National Night Out is this coming Tuesday, August 6th. This is an “annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood...
0I loved working with Pete and Leah, and I am thrilled to share their unique “Sold by Sharon Stories” description of being first time homebuyers, starting major renovation with TimberRidge Construction, and living in a few...
0As you prepare to list your home for sale, you may be wondering just how many folks will be entering through the front doors. Let’s walk through the main differences between open houses vs. showings. Open house vs. showing:...
0Have you noticed that recent high school graduates keep getting more impressive? They are quickly becoming entrepreneurs and already have future goals for how they are going to make an impact in this world! Meet recent Cranford High...
0#MeetMeAtTheStation The doors to Cranford Station House – the newest breakfast and brunch restaurant at 7 North Avenue East in Cranford – will officially open this Monday, July 8th at 6:00 am! You are your family will...
0School just ended and here we are talking about Fourth of July celebrations in our local towns! Summer has ARRIVED and your neighborhoods are ready to celebrate! From BBQs, to pool parties, to gathering on park lawns – Independence Day...
0I talk to folks all the time who are considering moving from New York City to live in a commuter town like Westfield, Cranford or neighboring towns. And more often than not, they want to know, “Am I really going to be able to handle...
0I’m excited to introduce you to a local meal plan and catering service owned by Chef Lilia Daly of Cranford called “Fresh Daly”. While this is definitely not a new service offered to our area by Chef Lilia – she and her...
0Selling a house can be a strenuous process, and I am often asked by home sellers if they can skip the step of staging their house. In our area, we have the benefit of idyllic houses with charming front yards and beautiful interiors....
0What started out as singing in the workplace in 1938 as the Esso Choristers has continued and evolved into what is now the beloved multi-generational choir called The Celebration Singers of New Jersey. This phenomenal community choir...
1Many of us associate Memorial Day Weekend with the start of summer, vacation time, BBQs, and blockbuster sales. However, we really must pause and reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day – to honor those who gave their lives for our...
1Before we talk about how to organize your garage, the time has come for us to talk about the amount of stuff we all have in our garages. (Raises hand in shame.) According to a U.S. Department of Energy study, 25% of Americans with...
0What’s not to love about the newest owner of Progress Clothing Resale– Tiffani Serafin! She is a shining star, a powerhouse woman, and her new store at 1100 South Avenue W. in Westfield is full of fun, unique, inspiring, and...
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