“Is now a good time to sell my house?”
"Is Now a Good Time to Sell My House?"
I get asked this constantly, and the answer is always: it depends. The ideal time to sell happens when local market dynamics align with your personal life goals...
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Do you invest in Real Estate?
Investing in Real Estate Flyer (3)
As the broker Owner of Salt and Cedar, I am not only a real estate sales person, but also an investor. I started small, as most people do, with a one bedroom condo that I rented out to see if I actually wan...
Is there a broken sewer pipe under there?
Depending on how long ago you purchased a home, you likely have not experienced the joys of doing a sewer scope as part of your home inspection. In the last few years, a sewer inspection has been included in best practices at a home inspection,...
Why Your Mortgage Pre-approval Should Always Come First
Getting a mortgage pre-approval is one of the most critical first steps in the home-buying process. It essentially acts as a financial green light from a lender, indicating exactly how much money they are willing to lend you. Here is why gettin...
Monmouth and Ocean County Market Momentum
April 2026 Home Selling Trends in Monmouth County
Monmouth County’s spring market continues to show resilience, with increasing
inventory, stable pricing, and steady buyer engagement across multiple
segments. Active inventory rose 4% year-...
Happy Anniversary Salt + Cedar Properties!
5 Years of Salt + Cedar: An Anniversary Celebration Recap
Salt + Cedar Properties is officially five years old! We recently reached this incredible milestone, marking a half-decade of helping our clients navigate the journey of buying and sell...
Why Boutique Matters: A Conversation with the Team at Salt + Cedar
As we celebrate our 5-Year-Anniversary this month, I would like to share with you a little bit about Salt + Cedar Properties, and why I started this brokerage:
Real estate is about more than just transactions; it’s about the stories, the peo...
Monmouth and Ocean County Market Momentum
with Jessica Petraccoro
February 2026 Home Selling Trends in Monmouth County
Monmouth County continues into 2026 with steady pricing,
improving buyer activity, and ongoing seller opportunity.
Active inventory declined slightly by 4% year-ov...
The Hidden Advantage Repeat Buyers Have Right Now
The Hidden Advantage Repeat Buyers Have Right Now
What if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next house? It may sound a little unrealistic. But for a number of homeowners, it’s actually doable.
Nearly 3 in 10 homes purchased tod...
2026 January Market Report for Monmouth and Ocean County
January 2026 Home Selling Trends in Monmouth County
Monmouth County is kicking off 2026 with steady pricing, strong
buyer engagement, and continued seller opportunity. Active
inventory increased just 1% year-over-year, keeping supply tight.
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