For Buyers

More South Jersey Homebuyers Are Planning To Move in 2026. Here's How To Get Ready. Momentum is quietly building in the housing market. New data from NerdWallet shows more Americans are starting to think about buying a home again. Last year, 15% of respondents said they planned to buy a home in the next 12 months. This year, that number rose to 17%. That 2% increase might not sound huge, but it signals a...

Thinking About Buying a Home in South Jersey? Ask These 5 Questions First. Deciding if you're ready to buy a home in South Jersey can feel overwhelming. You might worry about your finances, today's mortgage rates, and local housing prices. With so much to consider, how do you know when it's the right time to make your move? The truth is, while market conditions matter, your personal situation matters...

By Mike Lentz | The Mike Lentz Team – Keller Williams Realty Why is South Jersey’s 2026 housing market expected to improve? Three projections favor South Jersey’s 2026 housing market. Mortgage rates are expected to ease. Inventory has been climbing across Gloucester, Camden, and Burlington counties. Price growth has slowed enough that affordability is recovering. Buyers will see more...

Turning a House Into a Home: The Benefits South Jersey Homeowners Feel Every Day   We hear plenty of talk about home prices, mortgage rates, and affordability these days. Those factors matter a lot. But there's something worth remembering if you're thinking about buying a home in South Jersey. People don't buy homes just for financial reasons. They buy them for their lives. Homeownership can be a smart...

How To Stretch Your Options, Not Your Budget in South Jersey   One of the biggest homebuying advantages you can give yourself in today’s South Jersey market is surprisingly simple: a flexible wish list. Think of it like this. Your wish list and your budget are the guardrails of your search. When your budget needs to hold firm, there’s another lever you can pull. You can review what...

Buying a home in South Jersey this winter may offer more opportunity than many buyers expect. With affordability improving, mortgage rates easing from recent highs, and housing inventory rising, today’s market is giving buyers more choices and stronger negotiating power. This Winter Buying Guide breaks down what’s really happening in the housing market — from down payment myths and assistance...