Selling A Home • April 23, 2023

Why Professional Listing Photos Matter!

by Roslyn Sibilia

Professional Photos Make a First Impression for your home.

Why professional listing photos matter. Having professional photos for your home listing is important for several reasons.

First impressions: Possible buyers look through listings online or in print. The photos are usually the first thing they see for your home. Professional photos can create a positive first impression and attract buyers to schedule a showing.
Highlighting features: Professional photos can present the best features of your home. This not only has to do with natural lighting, but also architectural details, and unique design elements. This can make your home stand out from others on the market.
Accuracy: Professional photographers use high-quality equipment and know how to capture your home in the best light. They can ensure that the photos accurately represent your home’s size, layout, and features.
Increased interest: Listings with professional photos tend to attract more interest from potential buyers than those with low-quality or unprofessional photos. This can result in more showings and offers, ultimately leading to a quicker sale.

Overall, professional photos can help you make a strong first impression, highlight your home’s best features, and increase interest from potential buyers, making them an important investment for any home seller.

I make it a point to hire a photographer to showcase you home in the best way possible, whether it be just photos, a 3D virtual tour or aerial photos. Also I virtually stage the photo should it need to be due to the rooms being vacant, as well.

When your photos are done, you will want to buy your home all over again.

Contact me today to know more!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia

📞732-995-5609

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Enjoying New Jersey • April 22, 2023

It’s National Picnic Day in Monmouth County

by Roslyn Sibilia

It’s National Picnic day in Monmouth County.

National Picnic Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated annually on April 23rd in the United States. It is a day dedicated to enjoying the outdoors and celebrating the arrival of spring. On this day, people gather with friends and/or family. Not only do they to enjoy a picnic in a park, but also on the beach, or in their own backyard. Picnics often include blankets, sandwiches, fruit, chips, and other snacks. It’s a time to relax, have fun, and appreciate nature. The origin of National Picnic Day are unclear, However, it is believed to have started as a way to celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Are you ready to celebrate warmer weather ahead?

Places to celebrate Picnic Day:

There are many beautiful parks and outdoor spaces in Monmouth County, NJ to celebrate National Picnic Day. It’s a great day for ages. Here are a few places to go.

1. Thompson Park in Lincroft: This park offers plenty of picnic tables, grills, and open space for a fun picnic. It also has hiking trails, playgrounds, and a lake.
2. Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park in Long Branch: This park has a beautiful beach and ocean views. You can also find picnic tables and grills for a seaside picnic, too.
3. Allaire State Park in Wall Township: This park has picnic areas, a lake, hiking and biking trails, and historic buildings to explore.
4. Holmdel Park in Holmdel: You can enjoy the picnic areas, playground and hiking trail. There is even a historic farmstead to visit.
5. Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown: Beautiful gardens and natural beauty surround the picnic area in this park.

Click on the following link for more parks to enjoy picnic day in Monmouth County.

Monmouth County Parks

Remember to always check park rules and regulations before planning your picnic, and be sure to follow Leave No Trace principles to help protect the environment.

Homeowners Prefer Light Exterior Paint Colors

by Roslyn Sibilia

Homeowners prefer light exterior house paint colors. Trends change over the years, nonetheless light colors are in for 2023.

These are some exterior paint colors preferred according to Realtor® Magazine.

Off-white/cream
White
Light gray
Light brown
Medium blue

Exteior House Colors-Realtor®Magazine

Lighter exterior homes have benefits.

Energy Efficiency:
1. Light colors reflect sunlight and heat.
2. The interior of the house is cooler during summer.
Aesthetic Appeal:
1. Light colors can make a home appear larger
2. Homes are more inviting.
3. Offers great curb appeal when combined with landscaping, lighting, and architecture.
Resale Value:
1. Color popularity
2. These colors are appealing to potential buyers.
3. Light colors can also increase the resale value of a home.
Maintenance:
1. Lighter colors tend to show less dirt and wear than darker colors.
2. Offers ease maintenance and cleaning.
Climate:
1. In warmer climates, light colors reflect heat.
2. In colder climates darker colors absorb heat.

Overall, homeowners prefer light exterior house colors due to many factors. These factors vary and include energy efficiency, appeal, resale value, maintenance and climate.

If you are looking to give your home a new look, then consider painting the exterior. However, if you will be selling your home, you might want to consider a light color paint.

For more homeselling tips, contact me today!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
💻 NJHomesbyRoslyn.com

Community News • Enjoying New Jersey • Living In Your Home • April 2, 2023

Making Monmouth County Home…Freehold Township

by Roslyn Sibilia

If you are looking to make Monmouth County home, then consider Freehold Township. When interviewed by The New York Times, I called this town “the hub of Monmouth County”. This town has it all and can get you anywhere you need to go.

Shopping, dining and entertainment is all around.

The Freehold Raceway mall offers shopping and dining. While shopping about, you can grab a bite either at the food court or restaurants directly outside. This mall is home to the Cheesecake Factory , PF Changs, Brio and more. Nearby in town you can find The Olive Garden, Moore’s Tavern, Esconditos, Longhornes, Mahzu, Clarizios, Tommy’s Tavern & Tap and many more! There is a meal for everyone’s taste.
When shopping is one, you can head to AMC Theaters-Freehold . I am sure you can find a favorite movie to watch. This multiplex center offers 14 theaters to catch a movie while enjoying reclining cozy seats. It’s never too late to check out the latest blockbuster!

There is easy access everywhere from Freehold Township with major routes.

Being within only about an hour to NYC and Philadelphia, you are never far from additional entertainment, shopping and recreation. If you have a urge to ski or see a concert out of state, living in Freehold Township offers an easy route to your destination. With many routes throughout, such as Route 9, 18, 33, 34, 79, 524 and 537, you can also easily access the GSP and the NJ Turnpike. Living in Freehold Township you are only about 30 min to take in the scenery of our beautiful beaches. Also, head approximately 25 minutes west to enjoy the attractions at Six Flags Great Adventure approx. 20 minutes west.

There are many opportunities for all types of recreation and sports.

Freehold Township is the home to many county parks with lots of activities for all. The Freehold Township Recreation Department, which includes events, dances and sports for children of many ages has events year round. This town also has Green Acres which is important to it’s residents to keep a balance of homes to the natural beauty around.

Freehold Township Education covers elementary schools and the Freehold Regional High School District.

The educational system is made of 2 districts. There is one for the elementary schools and one for the high schools. The elementary school district is comprised of 5 elementary schools which go from grade K through 5. The 2 middle schools have grades fro 6 through 8. The Freehold Regional HS District (FRHSD) one of the largest districts in the state, includes high schools from towns in Western Monmouth County, that also have specialized learning centers and other vocational schools , too. These towns include Freehold Township, Freehold, Manalapan, Marlboro, Howell and Colts Neck. Within the district are programs offered at the Monmouth County Vocational School District, too.

There are homes of all styles throughout the town.

Freehold Township welcomes you and awaits its newest residents. This area is home to many developments such as Poets Corner, Champions Run, Seven Oaks, College Park, Raintree and more. You can find 1 and 2 level homes, homes within developments with amenities offered and home with large yards to design as you wish. Adult communities can be found here, as well.

Homes of Freehold

Looking to make Monmouth County home and think Freehold Township is the place for you? Contact me, today!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
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Community News • Enjoying New Jersey • April 2, 2023

Senior Center Events In Freehold Township

by Roslyn Sibilia

Freehold Township Senior Center April Activities

April showers bring Senior Center events in Freehold Township.

Why is Freehold Township so desirable?

There is something for everyone and all ages.

The Freehold Township Senior Center is located at 116 Jackson Mills Rd, Freehold Township, NJ 07728 in Michael J.Tighe Park. It is easily accesed by Route 9 and Jackson Mills Road. This space is even available for parties and events and I have been there for a few, such as a sports banquet for Freehold Towship High School.

Events at this location run all year long. You are also within a Freehold Township park to enjoy the area outside.

Spring is in the air. Just moved here? It’s a geat time to get out an meet new neighbors. If you are looking for companionship, new hobby interests or events to attend with those closer in age, why not check out the schedule of events?

Events include not only painting, aerobics, movies, but also trips. You will have a full schedule that’s filled with fun.

Some of the movie playing this month is: Movies at the Freehold Township Senior Center

The Fablemans

Freehold Township Senior Center April Activities

If you are looking for other activites Freehold Township has to offer, contact me today!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
💻 NJHomesbyRoslyn.com

Community News • Enjoying New Jersey • Living In Your Home • March 28, 2023

Making Monmouth County Home…Asbury Park

by Roslyn Sibilia

Making Monmouth County Home

Are you looking to make Monmouth County your home? Well, there are many great towns to choose from. Monmouth County is centrally located in New Jersey with 4 borders: Middlesex, Mercer and Ocean Counties with our 4th neighbor…the Shoreline!

As one of the largest counties in NJ, Monmouth County is considered a favorite offering so many different types of towns. Ask any resident and they are quick to share why their town is the best. Having major highways run through it, I consider Monmouth County the “hub” of New Jersey. You can access other towns easily whether you travel north, south or west.

Featured Town: Asbury Park

Asbury Park is a waterfront town with a long boardwalk offering restaurants and shops to enjoy. It is a place for all ages. Cool off at the water park or beach. Then head to the arcade and a show. Asbury Park reminds me of an “Urban Beach”. While having a city feeling with many older residences and city like streets, the beach is nearby.

This seaside city is not stranger to many famous musicians. Many have had the start of their careers here at the Stone Pony. You can still catch concerts here showcasing many bands, such as New Jersey natives Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi. The 1920s Paramount Theatre is a historical landmark.

Where should you have a meal? A few favorites are The Robinson Ale House and Stella Marina Restaurant & Bar. Brando’s City Cucina offers great Italian food with a low light ambiance. Other places offering more casual dining are Johnny Mac’s, Wonder Bar, Asbury Ale House, Watermark and Bond Street. Cookman Street is a meeting place of restaurants and more shops and where you can find the Toast City Diner.

If you would like to know about Monmouth County or think you would like to live in Asbury Park, contact me today!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
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Living In Your Home • Selling A Home • March 25, 2023

Inexpensive Ways to Spruce Up Your Yard

by Roslyn Sibilia

There are inexpensive ways to spruce up your yard to extend your entertainment area. Not only is your yard an extension of your home, but you should enjoy it as if it was another exterior room. Upgrades do not have to be costly and little enhancements go a long way.

Even though your intertior may be updated, buyers consider the whole property. It allows them to think about enjoying and entertaining in the yard. There is value in addressing this area. It can make a big difference regarding that desired offer.

Here are 5 ways to spruce up your yard.

Outdoor lighting

Outdoor lighting can be a great way to upgrade your backyard inexpensively.
String lights, solar-powered lights, or even DIY lanterns can change the mood and add warmth to your space. They’re also practical, as they can increase safety and visibility in your backyard at night.
- http://Home and Gardens Budget Friend Outdoor Lighting

Seating Area

simple seating area can transform your backyard into a relaxing oasis.
You can create an area with chairs and a small table, or you can go all out and build a DIY bench or outdoor sofa. Look for affordable options at discount stores, thrift shops, or online marketplaces.
- Outdoor Budget Friendly Seating from Ikea

Garden bed

A garden bed can be a great way to not only add color and but also texture to your backyard.
You can build one inexpensively using wood pallets, cinder blocks, or other materials you might have lying around. Fill it with inexpensive plants and flowers to create a beautiful, low-cost oasis.

Water feature

A small water feature like a fountain or pond can add a calming ambiance to your backyard.
You can create a DIY water feature using inexpensive materials like a large bowl, pump, and rocks. It can also be a great way to attract birds and other wildlife to your backyard.
- Amazon-Outdoor Water Features

Fence

A fresh coat of paint or stain on your fence can make a big difference in the appearance of your backyard. It can also help protect the wood from weather damage.
Choose a color that complements the other elements in your backyard, and consider using an eco-friendly paint or stain to minimize environmental impact.

If you are seeking other ways to make your yard more desirable to buyers, contact me today!

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
💻 NJHomesbyRoslyn.com

Living In Your Home • Selling A Home • March 20, 2023

Spring Clean Up Tips To Get Your Home Sale Ready

by Roslyn Sibilia

Spring is in the air! March 20th, the first day of spring, is here! It’s time for addressing items this spring to maintain or have your home sale ready.

Know What To Address:

This is a great time to start spring clean-up. Winter months can be harsh on your home, so maintaining it in all seasons is important. It is not only important to address the interior, but the exterior, too. Below is a guide offer tips to get your home in shape.

Get Ready For Sale:

The Spring Real Estate Market is also here! There is a buzz in the air with buyers.If you are getting ready to sell, you should start with the items listed above. Then contact me for additional ones and for the next steps. You only get one chance to make a first impression to buyers. It is important to make it a good one. This sets the stage for the home viewing. Buyers will know what to expect on the in your home from the seeing the exterior. Even though these items might be small, buyers wonder what larger items might have been overlooked. If you start now, you could be ahead of your competition.

Spring Brush Pick Up:

Many towns offer brush pick up in the months of March and April. If you currently live in Freehold Township, here is your jump start.

Brush pick up begins Monday, 3/27.

Freehold Township Brush Pick Schedule-2023

Residents will be permitted to bring their brush items to our Recycling facility.

The Center is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm.

Click here to know what sector you reside in…

List of Sectors in Freehold Township for Brush Pick Up

Roslyn Sibilia

732-995-5609

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Selling A Home • March 16, 2023

Factors Affecting Your Home Sale

by Roslyn Sibilia

Factors affecting your home sale could set the tone of the transaction. Not only is it important to discuss key points, but it is important to work with a trusted advisor who can accurately advise you on your local market conditions. The economy and the real estate marekt are ever-changing so it is important to be current to know where your home fits in. Hence, reviewing the data provided and setting expectations can eliminate the uncertainty of selling your home at specific times.

Here are a few of the factors to consider when selling your home.

Location
Condition
Price
Terms
The Local Market

Selling your home for the highest price in the shortest amount of time is the goal. The above factors when taken into considersation together sets you up for success.

There are other factors that come about unexpectedly and to prepare for what is to come is the best way to stay ahead. I make it a point to discuss all factors involved, what to expect and prepare for changes to keep your sale on target. I can provide you with timelines and the “what’s next” to keep you on the forward path.

If you are looking to sell your home and would like a Sellers Guide for Spring 2023, contact me today!

Sold! A Successful Closing.

🏠Roslyn Sibilia
📞732-995-5609
💻 NJHomesbyRoslyn.com

Living In Your Home • March 8, 2023

Getting Organized And Staying That Way In Your Home

by Roslyn Sibilia

Getting organized and staying that way doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Making small strides is key to accomplishing the final project. For me, organization is key for me to being productive.

Here are some organization tips for homes:

Declutter: The first step in organizing your home is to declutter. Get rid of things that you no longer use or need. This will help create more space and make it easier to organize the items you do keep. Donating clothes is a way to begin while helping out others. Here’s a few to look into:

Pick Up Please

Goodwill

Categorize: Group similar items together. For example, keep all your kitchen items in one place, and all your clothes in another.

Label: Label your containers and storage boxes to make it easier to find what you’re looking for. This is especially helpful for items that you don’t use frequently.

Use storage containers: Use containers and bins to store items. This will help keep them organized and make them easier to find when you need them.

Utilize vertical space: Use wall shelves, over-the-door organizers, and other vertical storage solutions to maximize your storage space.

Create a system: Develop a system for organizing your home and stick to it. For example, you may choose to always put your keys in a specific spot or to sort your mail as soon as you bring it in.

Regularly clean and maintain: Set aside time to regularly clean and maintain your organized spaces. This will help keep clutter at bay and ensure that your home stays organized.

Why Professional Listing Photos Matter!

It’s National Picnic Day in Monmouth County

Homeowners Prefer Light Exterior Paint Colors

Making Monmouth County Home…Freehold Township

Senior Center Events In Freehold Township

Making Monmouth County Home…Asbury Park

Inexpensive Ways to Spruce Up Your Yard

Spring Clean Up Tips To Get Your Home Sale Ready

Factors Affecting Your Home Sale

Getting Organized And Staying That Way In Your Home

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