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New Home for sale in Bradley Beach Highlighted on NJ.com

New Listing Highlighted on nj.com

New Home for sale in Bradley Beach Highlighted on NJ.com 602 Fletcher Lake Avenue in Bradley Beach is listed for sale at $699,000, a reasonable price considering the median single-family home prices in the Bradley Beach area.   This home has garnered attention from local news outlet nj.com; they published an article describing this home’s […]

NJ Residential Real Estate Market Update September 2025

Real Estate Market Price Increase

In August 2025, more homes appeared on the market, fewer closed, and prices continued to increase.   Closed sales dropped 5.4% year-over-year and the number of homes for sale rose 11.4%. Despite lower demand, the median home price increased 6.6%. This shows that well-prepared listings in desirable locations still demand strong dollars.   Power balance […]

First Half 2025 vs 2024 Real Estate Market Recap

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Real Estate Market Recap First Half 2025 vs 2024 🏘️ There have been some dramatic shifts in the real estate market from this time in 2024 to 2025! Let’s recap the changes we’ve seen from the first half of last year compared to the first half of this year. If there is another town you […]

Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. If you want to put yourself in the best position to buy, there’s one step you can’t afford to skip, and that’s getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Some buyers think they […]

How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen? According to the latest forecasts, experts say rates will decline, but not by as much as a lot of people want. The good news? Even if they don’t drop substantially, there are still ways to make […]

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key. But some sellers haven’t adjusted to where the market is today. They’re not factoring in that there are more homes for sale or that buyers are being more selective with their budgets. And those sellers are making some costly mistakes. […]

Costs To Save for When Buying a Home

Costs

Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. By understanding the costs you may encounter upfront, you can take control of the process. Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about as you plan ahead. 1. Down Payment Saving for […]

When Is the Perfect Time To Move?

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It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works. And here’s why.     […]

Today’s Biggest Housing Market Myths

Housing Market Myths - The Connolly Agency

Have you ever heard the phrase: don’t believe everything you hear? That’s especially true if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in today’s housing market. There’s a lot of misinformation out there. And right now, making sure you have someone you can go to for trustworthy information is extra important. We’re here to bust some of the biggest housing […]

Learn What’s New for Buyers, Sellers, Agents – NJ Real Estate

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Agents, buyers and sellers have different rules to abide by. New Changes and Rules for Real Estate impact both sellers and buyers. Here at The Connolly Agency, we are well versed and prepared to walk you through every step of the way. The new legislation was created to protect both the consumer and real estate […]