Guides from our members
Plain-English guides written around the work our members do every day, from buying a home to running a business. Each article introduces the member who can help.
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A home appraisal in NJ gives an independent opinion of value. Learn what appraisers check, how comps work and what to do…
With Tom Conerford Real Estate Appraisal
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Signing a commercial lease in NJ? Learn how tenant representation, site checks and key lease terms work before you commit to a…
With Nancy Tuckman Commercial Real Estate Services
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A reverse mortgage in NJ lets owners 62 and older borrow against home equity. Learn the rules, required counseling, costs and heir…
With Michael Potoczak Reverse Home Mortgages
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A mortgage pre-approval in NJ shows sellers you can likely get a loan. See how it differs from pre-qualification and which papers…
With Kathleen Pennington Mortgage Broker
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Title insurance in NJ protects your ownership of a home. See what owner's and lender's policies cover, when you pay and how…
With Erika Baldino Title Insurance
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Learn how to choose a Realtor in NJ: build a short list, check the license, ask smart questions and read the agreement…
With Alicia Acciardi Realtor
