Happy 2019! What do you want to accomplish in the New Year? If you’re thinking seriously about selling your home this year, or just want to add some value to your property, then it’s time to make a game plan for 2019. You don’t have to break the bank to build your home equity; there […]
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6 Real Estate New Year’s Resolutions to Start Now
The holidays are past, the New Year is here, and you’re ready to take on 2019 by tackling some real estate related goals! Whether you’re planning on buying a new home, selling your current home, or just making some value-boosting improvements, here are some real estate New Year’s Resolutions for you! Organize & Declutter One […]
How to Buy a Home in One Year: A Step-by-Step Guide
Let’s start the new year off right. If you’ve been dreaming of a new home, it’s time to get started. Here’s a month-by-month guide to planning for and buying a new home. It’s about time to set your new year’s resolution, right? January: Brush Up on Your Market Knowledge The best way to get started? […]
How to Sell Your Home During the “Off” Season
Sometimes, life happens. Maybe you’ve been hired at a new company across state. Or a sudden change in your family requires you to take in a relative and you need extra space pronto. Perhaps you’re retiring early so you need to downsize. Whatever the case may be, you need to sell your home during the […]
Give Back to the Port Liberte Community on Giving Tuesday
For many people, part of belonging to a community is giving back to those in need around you. At Carla Vonbyrden Realty, we feel that it’s vital to invest back into your community in whatever way you can. This November 27th, we’ll be celebrating the 7th annual #GivingTuesday, a worldwide event that promotes donating and volunteering […]
Why You Should Buy a Home During the Off Season
Your personal home-buying schedule doesn’t have to correspond with the real estate market! In fact, buying during the “off season” can yield tremendous advantages. The “off season” differs depending on your specific location, but always refers to the period of time during a calendar year when both inventory and competition are low. Usually, this corresponds […]
5 Tips Every Military Home Seller Should Know
Dive into the Rich History and Background of the Port Liberte Area
Port Liberte as we know it today is a beautiful neighborhood in Jersey City, with breathtaking views and an unbeatable location. But a few hundred years ago, Port Liberte and the area around it played a major role in the history of our country. From the initial discovery to its importance in the Revolutionary War, […]
How to Sell Your Home (While Buying a New Home)
Home Buying Terminology: A Cheat Sheet
Buying a home shouldn’t be rocket science. You find the perfect home, make an offer to the seller, pay a couple of fees, and bam! You just bought a home. However, buying a home actually has a lot of moving parts which include a number of funny real estate terms you’ve probably never heard before. […]