Top 5 ways to Build a Green Home in New Jersey

By John Bendall | Published: April 30, 2010

I’ve learned a lot of the latest green building strategies from clients and home builders I deal with as a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®. I thought I’d share some innovative green building ideas from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB, www.nahb.org) in case there’s a remodel or new-home build in your future:

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How to save money on Homeowner insurance in Central New Jersey

By John Bendall | Published: March 25, 2010

In today’s economy, homeowners need to save money wherever possible. If you’ve been the victim of damage this winter, thanks to Mother Nature, you may be confronting the not-so-pleasant realities of your homeowners’ insurance policy. From high deductibles to lack of coverage to rising rates, many homeowners have been left to foot a big—unexpected!—bill.

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Looking to Buy a ‘Fixer-Upper’? The 203k Program Can Help Make It Happen

By John Bendall | Published: March 4, 2010

Today’s real estate market presents a lot of opportunity for interested home buyers—with the growing supply of foreclosure properties and short sales, there are certainly some great deals to be had.

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Is Buying a Foreclosure Really a Bargain? What You Need to Know

By John Bendall | Published: February 25, 2010

Is Buying a Foreclosure Really a Bargain? What You Need to Know In today’s tumultuous economy, it’s no surprise that there are foreclosure properties to be found in just about every community across America—even ours. While a terrible hardship for homeowners to endure, foreclosures can present a unique opportunity for first-time home buyers and investors … Continue reading Is Buying a Foreclosure Really a Bargain? What You Need to Know

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Shopping for a Condo? Ask These 4 Questions before You Buy

By John Bendall | Published: February 19, 2010

Shopping for a Condo? Ask These 4 Questions before You Buy Condominium homes have always been, and will likely always be, an efficient and economical route to becoming a first-time homeowner. They can offer the comfort, prestige, and even luxury appointments that apartment living may lack, often at a cost that is not much different … Continue reading Shopping for a Condo? Ask These 4 Questions before You Buy

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RE/MAX Classic names Scarpa manager of their Basking Ridge office

By John Bendall | Published: February 1, 2010

SCARPA NAMED AS NEW MANAGER AT RE/MAX CLASSIC BASKING RIDGE     (January 28, 2010) – John Bendall, broker/owner of RE/MAX Classic Group Realtors, announces that Anthony Scarpa has been named Manager of the RE/MAX Classic office in Basking Ridge, NJ. “We are thrilled to welcome Tony to our RE/MAX Classic team and to have … Continue reading RE/MAX Classic names Scarpa manager of their Basking Ridge office

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How to Help Your Home Stand Out and Sell Faster in Central New Jersey

By John Bendall | Published: January 22, 2010

First, it’s important to realize that home staging does not refer to the usual steps taken when your home is placed on the market, like painting the front door, taking away personal photos, and baking something in the oven. Staging, rather, is the professional merchandising of your home, which helps create an instant connection with potential buyers as they walk through the door.

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8 Ways to Get Out of Debt and Start Saving for the New Year

By John Bendall | Published: January 2, 2010

With 2010 right around the corner, what will you be looking forward to in the New Year? Buying your first home? Sending your last kid off to college? Or obsessing over your own personal mountain of debt, even more worrisome in this uncertain economy? It may feel like “Resolution Impossible,” but if you follow Eric Tyson’s advice, you’ll remember ‘10 as the year you finally took control of your financial futur

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5 Ways to Finance a Home Improvement Project

By John Bendall | Published: December 28, 2009

In today’s tough lending climate, however, financing a home improvement project can be tricky. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I am often asked, “What’s the best way to fund a remodel?” The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) says there are several good options. Here are five recommendations I often share, from the simple to the more creative:

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Making Your House Feel Like a Home

By John Bendall | Published: November 6, 2009

The definition of family has expanded far beyond the traditional image of a married couple and 2.2 children, and daily lives are busier than ever. Understanding a family’s unique needs and lifestyle is important in helping them find a house that really feels like home.

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