Jeffrey David Halpern's (halpsx4) Blog

To differentiate one product from another, you need an edge.  (I know, Derek Jeter has an edge.)  You see it in car dealerships whether it is a “no money down” lease or lower interest rates, you find it in foods stores when you receive a free drink with the purchase of a sub, retail stores with t...

Why do my fellow Realtors insist on continuing to use the 9's in their pricing in today's market?  $499,999, $599,000, $649,900, $254,900 - you get the picture.  It may have worked in the days prior to the internet, search engines, etc., because the price of the home was less than it's rounded up...

Another year has ended. You have received your invoices for next year. (i.e. Realtor dues, MLS dues, E&O dues, etc) Evaluated the money you spent vs. the money you earned. You determine whether the passion is still there or if it ever was. And you say to yourself, "SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?" ...

Jeffrey David Halpern, Broker/Salesperson and Prudential New Jersey Properties (PNJP) recently listed a gorgeous colonial that has been selected as Morris County Regional Sales Center first Platinum Advantage Listing (PAL). Recently introduced, this program, exclusive to PNJP, brands their very "...

I have to believe that that timing for condominium conversion of apartments may be perfect right now. 1. The process takes approx. 6-9 months, based on town and state (DCA in NJ) approvals, Public Offering Statements, red herrings, tenant meetings, mortgage lending, renovation of vacant units, et...

As a Realtor and real estate investor for nearly 25 years I cannot understand why buyers are waiting.  Waiting for what?  Real estate prices are based on location, location, and timing, and your time has come.  Prices are at their lowest, mortgage rates are incredible and homeownership is one of ...

Just a short note to all my fellow Activerainers, enjoy the w/end with family and friends and reflect upon what this day means to you, your freedoms and your ability to speak (or even blog) without fear or reprucussion.  (except for the occasional law suit) as well as the ability to create wealth...

I recently attended a NAR seminar entitled Share the REAL STORY.  It was how we as Realtors can change the attitude of the public's perception of todays market presented by the media.  It is a grassroots approach to changing the negative to a positive and getting that buyer off the fence and into...

I recently attended a NAR seminar entitled Share the REAL STORY.  It was how we as Realtors can change the attitude of the public's perception of todays market presented by the media.  It is a grassroots approach to changing the negative to a positive and getting that buyer off the fence and into...

It is great to be part of the Activerain community.  I have heard some terrific ideas coming from this site and I look forward to speaking with fellow Realtors and prospective buyers and sellers alike.  I am Jeffrey Halpern, Broker-Manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties, Morristown office.  ...