real estate

Q. I want to buy an investment property in a beach area about an hour from my house. The summer rents would cover the mortgage and taxes and then some. What do I need to know before I do it?

If it's a historic home, the answer could be yes.

The Glen Ridge home is unique for its walls that rise in a hexagonal shape from the concrete floor. As a result, all but two corners are 60 or 120-degree angles.

A New York City couple wants to make it easier for folks to move out of the Empire State and into New Jersey.

The money dropped on a college education is considered an investment, but how long must borrowers wait before they can move forward with the typical steps of the American dream, such as buying a house?

Just like a pool or finished basement, living on a cul-de-sac is a must for certain home buyers in the Garden State.

Many Boomers are moving in the direction of renting just to "give themselves a break," according to Amber Noble Garland with Keller Williams Realty West Monmouth.

Q. Most of my net worth is in my home. What’s the best way to leave it to my kids? Should I have them sell it after I’m dead? Or does it make more sense to downsize or start renting and put the house money in an account somewhere?

Q. I’m selling my home and I can’t find receipts from some of the improvements I made many years ago. Can I still use the improvements to lower my capital gain?

Realtor in Central Jersey says renovating certain rooms in your house will be well worth it when it's time to sell.