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6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today
Over the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection through the evolving health...
read moreWhy Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision
In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can...
read more3 Ways You’ll Win When You Buy a Home This Year
There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we’ve realized more of them than we ever thought possible. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, having a home of your own can give you a greater sense of security and accomplishment in a time...
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3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House This Year
It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces. However, despite the anticipation of what’s to come, we can still have deep sentimental attachments to the home we’re leaving behind. Growing emotions can help or hinder a...
read moreIs This the Year to Sell My House?
If one of the questions you’re asking yourself is, “Should I sell my house this year?” consumer sentiment about selling today should boost your confidence in the right direction. Even with the current health crisis that continues to challenge our nation, Americans...
read moreWhy Selling Your House on Your Own in 2021 Is a Mistake
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert you trust to help guide you through the process. If you’re considering...
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Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice
As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021. While there are signs of economic recovery as vaccines are being...
read moreWhat Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You
The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year. One challenge to the housing industry, however, is the lack of homes available for...
read moreWhat Experts Are Saying about the 2021 Job Market
Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of income....
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Welcome Oren Brennoon
The Green Team is proud to announce that Oren Brennoon has decided to join our Vernon, NJ office. We're excited to have him on our team and look forward to helping him grow! Please join us in Welcoming Oren Brennoon to The Green Team New...
read moreWelcome Joseph Mackey
The Green Team is proud to announce that Joseph Mackey has decided to join our Vernon, NJ office. We're excited to have him on our team and look forward to helping him grow! Please join us in Welcoming Joseph Mackey to The Green Team New...
read moreWelcome Barbara Matchett
The Green Team is proud to announce that Barbara Matchett has decided to join our Vernon, NJ office. We're excited to have her on our team and look forward to helping her grow! Please join us in Welcoming Barbara Matchett to The Green Team New...
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November in Orange and Sussex Counties
November is a beautiful season here in Orange and Sussex Counties. The beauty of leaves changing color can still be seen. And, even when skies are gray, it's a gorgeous backdrop to the red barns and the fields that dot our counties. Of course, November brings many...
read moreOctober in Orange and Sussex Counties
It's October in Orange and Sussex Counties - and we know what that means! Fall is in full bloom and pumpkins dot the fields throughout these sister counties. Leaves change color, providing a breathtaking landscape. During October in Orange and Sussex Counties, there...
read moreRemembering Denise Schmidt
Remembering Denise Schmidt with love We often refer to Green Team Realty as a family. And the sudden, tragic passing of Denise Schmidt has left the Green Team family reeling in shock and disbelief. Yet in grief there is also a coming together. And a desire to support...
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Do You Need to Know More about Forbearance and Mortgage Relief Options?
Earlier this year when the nation pressed pause on the economy and unemployment rates jumped up significantly, many homeowners were immediately concerned about being able to pay their mortgages, and understandably so. To assist in this challenging time, two protection...
read moreMortgage Rates & Payments by Decade [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Sometimes it helps to see the dollars and cents you’ll save when you purchase a home while mortgage rates are low. It helps to get a rough idea of what your mortgage payment will be at different rates. Today’s low rates mean it’s less expensive to...
read moreTwo Reasons We Won’t See a Rush of Foreclosures This Fall
The health crisis we face as a country has led businesses all over the nation to reduce or discontinue their services altogether. This pause in the economy has greatly impacted the workforce and as a result, many people have been laid off or furloughed. Naturally,...
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