Joseph Charles NJ

06/04/2026

I believe it!

This state just claimed the top spot on Kiplinger's most expensive states for homeowners list—and the median property tax bill might surprise you.

05/28/2026

Powell out, Warsh in. What are the Feds expecting to do with rate cuts?

Wayne, NJ: On May 15, Kevin Warsh became the 17th Fed chair, pledging no rate cuts as markets see a 99.3% chance of holding rates June 17. Click for details.

05/12/2026

Can you sell your home As-Is in New Jersey?

I understand why homeowners want to sell homes as-is. Most people live in their home every day and feel it’s perfectly fine, making repairs feels unnecessary.

05/05/2026

📊 Little Falls NJ | April 2026 Market Update

Listen to this... A 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Cape Cod in Little Falls sold for $922,000 last month! A number I could not have imagined. A sale like that will surely raise the bar for what comparable homes can sell for across town.

✅ Homes are selling fast and buyers are active
✅ Sale prices on well-priced homes continue to rise
✅ Low inventory means less competition for sellers

Curious what your home could be worth right now or want to chat about your situation? Reach out anytime.

📲 Call, text, or click the link in my bio.

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05/02/2026

This is the least expensive gas station I know of in the area. The prices have been all over the place, but this is the highest I've seen in a long time.

04/30/2026

Here's a crazy look at the market right now.

This cape cod sold for $922,500 in Little Falls NJ.

I am typically unfazed by sale prices lately, with how the market has been. But, this one shocked me a little!

Big congrats to the sellers and agent!

04/24/2026

📊 Northern NJ Real Estate Market Update – April 23, 2026Every county is moving in the right direction this week — and the numbers are worth paying attention to.

🏡Bergen County median sale price hit $780,000 — up 5% year over year and among the strongest readings on record.

📈 Across all 5 counties (Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Morris & Hudson), new listings are up. Morris leads with +14%, and Hudson had the biggest swing — jumping 17 points in one week.

💰 Mortgage rates dropped to 6.23% — the third straight week of declines — and purchase applications are up 10% week over week. Buyers are moving.

If you've been waiting on the sidelines, this window is real. Inventory is rising, rates are easing, and prices in Northern NJ are holding strong.

📩 Read the full April 23rd newsletter here: https://conta.cc/48OKzUA

Joseph D. Charles Jr. | Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty
joecharlesnj.com | [email protected]

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04/17/2026

Most people are guessing the market or following national headlines don’t apply to Northern NJ.

This weekly update shows you what’s actually happening in our area, keeping you informed on the current trends

I study the market to help you take advantage of it.

See weekly breakdown of prices, inventory, and how fast homes are selling across Northern NJ, by county. Just real data you can use.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling, this helps you understand the market before you make a move.

Read this week’s update here:

https://conta.cc/4tdHEgh

Email from Joseph Charles Jr Slight inventory jump and sales continue, NJ is not a down market Northern NJ Market News Joseph D. Charles, Jr | NJ Realtor   JUST LISTED HOMES JUST LISTED CONDOS Market

04/10/2026

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04/08/2026

The best time to buy or sell is when you're ready, not when headlines say it's ok.