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Lee H. Schaffer, CMPS, CMHS| NMLS# 228814
Senior Loan Officer

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Price Appreciation for Entry-Level Homes Puts Homeowners in the Driver's Seat

Price Appreciation for Entry-Level Homes Puts Homeowners in the Driver's Seat

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The lack of inventory continues to drive the growth in entry-level home pricing. The high demand for homes in

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Everything You Need to Know About FICO’s New Scoring Model and How it Affects Your Mortgage

Everything You Need to Know About FICO’s New Scoring Model and How it Affects Your Mortgage

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Everything You Need to Know About FICO’s New Scoring Model and How it Affects Your

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The Long Term Wealth That Comes With Owning a Home

The Long Term Wealth That Comes With Owning a Home

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If you’ve lived through the recent real estate and economic recessions, the very title of this article

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How Unexpected Strength in the Economy Benefits the Housing Market

How Unexpected Strength in the Economy Benefits the Housing Market

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A healthy job market paired with lower mortgage rates have made homes more affordable for many consumers in

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4 Reasons Why You Should Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval

4 Reasons Why You Should Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval

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One of the first (and most important) steps you should take when buying a home is getting a mortgage

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The Growing Importance of Technology in Real Estate

The Growing Importance of Technology in Real Estate

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If you remember the days before online listings, virtual tours, and e-signing, you understand just how much

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Good News: US Homeowners Far More Likely to be Equity-Rich Than Underwater

Good News: US Homeowners Far More Likely to be Equity-Rich Than Underwater

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Homeowners in the US are currently estimated to be 400% more likely to be equity-rich than

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Moving On Up: Is Buying a Larger Home With Equity Right for You and Your Family

Moving On Up: Is Buying a Larger Home With Equity Right for You and Your Family

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Whether your family is welcoming new additions making for a larger household or your current living space

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Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Home in 2020

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The past decade has proven to be incredibly dynamic when it comes to the housing market. Ten years ago, the

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Buying a Home While You’re Young: How To Build Net Worth and Wealth

Buying a Home While You’re Young: How To Build Net Worth and Wealth

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Whether you’re a recent college graduate or have spent some years working and saving, making your first

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What 2020 Will Bring to the Luxury Housing Market

What 2020 Will Bring to the Luxury Housing Market

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The housing market in New Jersey saw a dynamic year in 2019. As temperatures dropped, inventory and offers

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5 Reasons to Sell Your Home in New Jersey This Winter

5 Reasons to Sell Your Home in New Jersey This Winter

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There’s a common misconception that the real estate market in New Jersey slows to a complete stop in

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From Renting to Buying: The True Cost of NOT Buying a Home

From Renting to Buying: The True Cost of NOT Buying a Home

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Buying a home is a major investment and for some might be a scary one. The cost of maintenance, utilities and

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Going, Going, Gone: Tips for Selling Your Home Faster

Going, Going, Gone: Tips for Selling Your Home Faster

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For some sellers, selling their home as fast as possible is important. Perhaps you need to get to your new

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Avoid these 5 Common Mistakes Selling a Home in 2020 in New Jersey

Avoid these 5 Common Mistakes Selling a Home in 2020 in New Jersey

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You’re looking to sell your home in the new year and finally settle into retirement or move into a

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