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Three Questions: American Properties’ Randy Csik

He worked with his father and uncle at a real estate firm while attending high school and college. “I grew up in the business, and it’s the only career I’ve ever known,” he said. Csik, American Properties and their associates have deep roots in New
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Strong cultural traditions, superstitions influence homebuyers

When Cindy Chen, a real estate agent, was looking for a new in East Brunswick for her family, her homebuilder agreed to not use the number 4 for the address, which in Cantonese sounds like the word for “death,” and instead built her a home at 6
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Refund sought from unlicensed property manager

Flanders-based real estate attorney Matthew Johnston is representing Condon pro bono regarding her contract with Dekleine. “The agreement shows it’s clear it’s to negotiate the short sale,” Johnston said. “Under my interpretation of the state laws,
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Setting the stage for a home sale

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She considers staging an important marketing tool that can create a standout property in a crowded or challenging real estate market.

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Hudson County housing advocates urge lawmakers to vote against affordable

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Development Corporation where Restrepo is director of real estate, that advocate for and provide low- and moderate-income housing in Hudson County.

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Ex-Jersey City deputy mayor asks judge to overturn corruption conviction

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She was charged in July along with scores of others in a corruption and money-laundering probe anchored by Solomon Dwek, an admitted real estate swindler

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Real estate investment is more than just a financial decision

If you’re viewing the real estate purchase as an investment, you might want to consider the merits of other investment options or strategies,

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NJ counties cut land preservation funds due to financial strains

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“I’ve never seen real estate prices this low,” said Ciattarelli. “And right now we don’t have to compete with Toll Brothers or (K) Hovnanian for

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After years of decline, more lenders are easing up on large mortgages

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Jumbo loans are typically more than $419000, and super jumbo loans are more than $729000 in towns with costly real estate. New Jersey was second nationally

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Estate planning to benefit heirs

My assets total $1 million ($500000 in real estate and $500000 in savings accounts). My wife would be my beneficiary and I hers, followed by our children as

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