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Monthly market reports, neighborhood deep dives, and investment analysis written by Mahesh Sangisetty — backed by real data, not guesswork.
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Leaving for Vacation? A NJ Homeowner's Before-You-Go Checklist
The most expensive home problems happen when nobody's home to catch them — a burst supply line, a tripped sump pump during a summer storm, a freezer full of spoiled food. Here's how to leave your NJ home secure, dry, and problem-free while you're away.
Jersey City's 2026 Tax Increase: What's Coming and Your Options
Jersey City's 2026 budget raises the municipal tax rate about 15% — and with school and county levies also climbing, many homeowners face a real jump in their bill. Here's what's driving it, and the options that actually help (and the one that usually doesn't).
How to Appeal Your NJ Property Tax Assessment (2026 Guide)
New Jersey has the highest property taxes in the country — and if your home is over-assessed, you're overpaying every single year. Here's how the NJ appeal process actually works, the deadlines that matter, and how to know if you have a case.
House Hacking in NJ: Buy a 2–4 Family, Live in One Unit
New Jersey's dense stock of two-, three-, and four-family homes makes it one of the best states in the country to house hack — buy a small multifamily, live in one unit, and let the tenants help cover your mortgage. Here's how the strategy and the financing actually work.
End-of-Summer Home Maintenance Checklist for NJ Homeowners
Late August is the quiet window before New Jersey's fall rains, leaf drop, and first freeze. Here's the NJ-specific checklist to knock out now — from gutters and heating to oil tanks and storm prep — whether you're staying put or listing this fall.
The Best Pizza in New Jersey: A Local's Guide by Region
New Jersey quietly makes some of the best pizza in America — from Jersey City wood-fired pies to North Jersey bar pies to Trenton tomato pies. A local Realtor's guide to the styles and the iconic spots worth the drive, organized by the counties I work.
What I Write About
Market Reports
Monthly breakdowns of median prices, days on market, and inventory across New Jersey.
Neighborhood Guides
Deep dives into Jersey City, Hoboken, Montclair, Asbury Park, and more.
Buyer & Seller Tips
Practical advice on NJ's attorney review period, property taxes, and making competitive offers.
Investment Analysis
Cap rate trends, rental demand by county, and cash flow breakdowns on real NJ properties.
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Mahesh Sangisetty | NJ Licensed Realtor #2334343 | Boutique Realty