More Homes, Better Prices: A Buyer’s Summer
July 20, 2026
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If you’ve thought about buying a home in the past few years, you may have run into two frustrations: asking prices that kept climbing
14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment
July 16, 2026
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Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn’t changed in 14 years. It’s
Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.
July 15, 2026
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If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between
The “Take It or Leave It” Attitude Is Fading from the Market – What That Means for You
July 13, 2026
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Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too. That’s why
What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026
July 9, 2026
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If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you’re not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted.
Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don’t Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.
July 8, 2026
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Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you’ve been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there,
What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community
July 6, 2026
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Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflation is high, costs are high, and
Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021
July 2, 2026
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Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home. And with affordability as tight as it’s been lately,
Certifiable Qualifications and Expertise that Ensure a Smooth and Profitable Transaction
You will enjoy many benefits and advantages by choosing to work with James Bean and his Associates that will ensure a smooth and successful outcome from the purchase or sale of your home. James has a long and storied business background with numerous credentials and achievements that support and inform the excellent performance he enjoys in real estate. While many previous professional degrees and certifications have been omitted from the following list, those that remain are significant and valuable advantages to you in buying or selling your home.
The following credentials make direct and significant contributions to the excellence of the day-to-day success of the associates’ real estate business management. With respect to the advantages documented on the page above, the certifications in pricing, negotiations, project management, luxury home marketing, professional photography, and aerial photography provide all of our clients with verifiably superior marketing products and presence; smother, timelier and more profitable transaction outcomes; and a well-developed and reliable brand presence to support clients with an advantageous platform when they enter the local, regional and international market places.
- MBA, Business Administration, Villanova University (DATA TABLE)
- MPM, Project Management, George Washington University
- Certified Project Management Professional
- NCJAR and HGAR Professional Standards Committees
- Certified Real Estate Negotiator (CREN)
- Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)
- Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) and world traveler
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
- Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) and business owner
- Licensed Federal Aviation Administration Aerial Drone Pilot
We look forward to inviting you aboard our successful and growing real estate enterprise. We have many happy clients, well-developed systems, brand recognition, operational marketing channels, orientational literature you can request and highly-qualified and experienced professionals ready to provide you with the success you are looking for. We look forward to working with you!!!
Mountain Creek, NJ
James shared his contagious enthusiasm for the restoration we did to our historical home with all the guests who visited. . James went above and beyond the expectations we had of any broker. James is fully committed to the best interests of his clients and is fair and honest with everyone.
Grand New Homes
Luxurious living, upscale amenities, secluded, natural settings in fine new or established communities.
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Cranberry Lake, NJ
Thank you, James! Multiple agents gave us very little attention, advice or service and left us stalled about what to do . James impressed us with his positive vision from the very first meeting as he showed his appreciation for our home.. Thank you for your tenacity and persevering level of energy! James went beyond our expectations and we will always be grateful!
Grand New Homes Discriminating LIfestyles
These beautiful areas are filled with high-value homes in exceptional settings that will make you feel as though you are on a perpetual vacation. .
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Lake Swannanoa, NJ
James is qualified to manage a wide variety of sales. Whether you need to sell quickly; need the highest possible price; are considering improvements to sell more quickly or just aren’t sure which upgrades will be most effective. With a few carefully selected adjustments we eliminated the drawbacks, found viable buyers and closed the sale at a very high price.
Grand New Homes Exceptional Homes
Work with professionals experienced at finding these magnificent country retreats.
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Indigot Gristmill, NJ
The support James provided to sell our home was outstanding! He gave us coaching on which updates would be best to get full market value We had lived there for 25 years, and we let a number of maintenance items slide. James was always very encouraging. I cannot say enough about James expertise and support. He always replied quickly with the right answer.
Grand New Homes Exceptional Lifestyles
Superior work and earning opportunities within commuting distance of resort living and recreational venues.
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Primary Office: Coldwell Banker Realty 24 White Deer Pl, Sparta, NJ 07871 Office: (973) 222-6521
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