Torn 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 identified trends and insights I like to share with buyers who are having a hard…
Ask Sharon: What are the best low cost, high impact updates to do before selling?
We 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 tens of thousands of dollars in updates and upgrades…
Sold By Sharon Stories: Eileen, Denis, Grace…. and Griselda the deer!
Here’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 such delightful clients to work with. They had been loving…
Ask Sharon: I have very specific taste. Should I spend the money to stage my home?
When 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 buyers. But the reality is that home staging works, because…
Ask Sharon: How to sell your home in 13 steps
Prep 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
2019 National Night Out is This Tuesday, August 6!
National 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 camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while…
Sold by Sharon Stories: Leah and Pete
I 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 bedrooms during all of the construction! I first met with Pete and Leah Katz in early October 2018, when…
Ask Sharon: What’s the difference between a showing and an open house?
As 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: What’s the difference? At its most basic definition, a showing is a private viewing of your…
Two Guys and their Pink Ono Bowls DTS Truck….
Have 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 School 2019 Graduates Benjamin Quinutolo and Chris Giuditta. They are making heads turn at the Jersey Shore…
Ask Sharon: What steps should I expect to take when purchasing a home?
Once you decide to purchase a house, everything can fall into place quite quickly! Of course, this is a big decision and a big lifestyle change. We want to be sure that you are ready for every step that comes your way as you make your move. Below are the most common steps to buying…
