Sherry Spinelli, Realtor

07/27/2023

What is a luxury homebuyer looking for when shopping for their new abode?

Here are 10 ideas listed in order of popularity that we think may intrigue even the wealthiest of home shoppers (or if you’re not among the jet-set, then here are 10 lavish home ideas that you can attempt to replicate on a much lower scale and less affluent budget).

07/26/2023

“Stronghold” in Bernardsville is 140 years old

Situated on 32 acres in the heart of horse country, the 20,000-square-foot mansion was once owned by the prominent New York couple, James Coleman Drayton and Charlotte Augusta Astor, a member of the famous Astor family.

07/24/2023

Here are the 10 best crowdfunding real estate platforms out there and the features that make them unique.

By pooling money with other investors, you can partake in larger real estate projects previously beyond your reach. An abundance of real estate crowdfunding apps is making investing even easier, allowing investors to browse and join in on projects from the convenience of their mobile devices.

07/23/2023

Are you wondering how to get an offer accepted on a house in today’s highly competitive market? You’re in the right place!

Many housing markets around the country are seeing scarce inventory and a lot of competition for available homes. If you’re in a hot seller’s market, simply offering the asking price may not be enough to get you into a home. And if you’ve found the home of your dreams, well, you’ll need to g...

07/22/2023

Despite an interest rate pause in June, rates are expected to increase again after the Fed's July meeting.

Coming off of historic lows, mortgage rates today are around 6% to 7% APR. But as inflation shows signs of cooling and the Fed slows down rate hikes, many potential homebuyers may be optimistic about where rates could go over the next several months.

07/20/2023

We combined reputable pricing information from our online research with insights from contractors and builders who have spearheaded these types of massive projects in the past.

You’ve decluttered, reorganized, and maybe even rearranged some furniture, but there’s no getting around the fact that you’ve outgrown your single-story home. Maybe your family has expanded, or perhaps you’re now working permanently from home. Whatever the situation, you need more space — ...

07/19/2023

Although obtaining a loan with a bad credit history may seem nearly impossible, there are still ways to purchase a home with a not-so-great credit score.

07/18/2023

For the last 18 years of his life, André Leon Talley — Vogue’s pioneering creative director — lived in a stately center-hall colonial in White Plains, N.Y.

Mr. Talley died last year at age 73, after complications from Covid. The house is now for sale for $1.25 million. “The house is a masterpiece,” said the listing broker, Bonnie Stein, an associate broker at Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty in Rye, N.Y. “It has tons of character. Th...

07/17/2023

We’ll explore the world of house flipping and provide the information you need to make the best decision for your situation.

If you’re unfamiliar with the term or unsure about what it entails, don’t worry — this guide is designed to help homeowners like you understand the ins and outs of this real estate strategy. We’ll explore the world of house flipping and provide the information you need to make the best decis...

07/16/2023

Lower house prices might be behind the jump, which would be good news for the Fed's inflation fight.

Sales of new residential homes surged 20% year-on-year to 763,000 units, according to the US Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. That was well above the expected 636,000 figure, the agencies said.

07/15/2023

Here are 5 things you can do leading up to your move to make for less stress on moving day.

Move-in day excitement shouldn’t be overshadowed by moving day anxiety. Some smart preparation can go a long way towards making moving a little more uplifting (and a little less heavy lifting). Here are 5 things you can do leading up to your move to make for less stress on moving day.