If you haven’t taken part in the Cranford Woman’s Club Home for the Holidays House Tour – this is THE YEAR to do so! 2019 is the organization’s 30th Anniversary of this holiday tradition and the homes on the list are sure to impress and delight the crowds! The Cranford Woman’s Club: The Cranford Woman’s Club, founded in 1949,…
Open houses in Cranford & Westfield NJ
Want to check out some open houses this weekend, November 9-10, 2019? Here are this weekend’s open houses in Cranford and Westfield NJ and surrounding areas. Please note that open houses this weekend in the Cranford/Westfield Areas of NJ are on Sunday from 1-4pm unless otherwise noted. (For instance, some are Saturday and some have…
Ask Sharon: How can I tell if a house has “good bones?”
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 look for if you’re hoping to find a house with a rich…
Cranford Resident Participates “America in One Room” Political Experiment
Cranford 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 Diamond were the mastermind researchers behind “America in One Room ” (“A1R”), a Helena Project designed and led in partnership with…
Ask Sharon: How do I ace the final walk-through when buying a home?
Your 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 that’s an incredibly thrilling time, it also means that you are just two steps away from…
Ask Sharon: Should I wait until Spring to list my home for sale? (Maybe not)
Spring 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 home can be a hot property, even when it’s cold out. Here’s how“!…
Ask Sharon: Buying for the first time? Start with these five SUPER important steps
There’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 close attention to some important financial details and tasks. Here are five steps first-time…
Ricardo Roig : Westfield Artist Reshaping the World of Art One Cut at a Time
Meet 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 mesmerized by his talent and taking the ordinary into the extraordinary. Ricardo’s fresh…
Ask Sharon: I’m in love with two homes. How do I choose the best one?
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…
The Cranford Station House Officially Opens on Monday, July 8, 2019!
#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 dine in the heart of Downtown Cranford and enjoy tasty delights like the Station Benedict Burger, the Amtrak Station Omlette, Birthday…
2019 Independence Day Celebrations in Union County!
School 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 in Union County, NJ, is always full of stars, stripes, and loads of fun! Here…
Ask Sharon: What are the advantages of living in a “commuter town?”
I 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 this massive change to my lifestyle?” After a decade in…
Cranford Mother and Chef-Extraordinaire Lilia Daly Brings Healthy Food Delivered Right to Your Door with “Fresh Daly”
I’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 daughter-in-law, Rachel Daly, are ramping up their marketing efforts and bringing the family-run…
Ask Sharon: Does staging a home really matter, when selling?
Selling 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. Many home sellers, then, think that their house doesn’t need to be…
All are Invited to The Celebration Singers “Goin’ Home” 80th Anniversary Concert This Week!
What 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 has been celebrating their 80th Anniversary and will perform their “Goin’ Home” concert on May 31 and June…
Site by Ha Media