Princeton Taxes Are Going Up Again: What the New 2026 Budget Means for HomeownersPrinceton Council has officially approved the 2026 municipal budget—and with it comes another property tax increase for local homeowners.The municipal tax rate is rising from 57 cents to 59 cents per $100 of assessed value, which translates to roughly $158 more annua

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In Princeton, Trendy Isn't Trendy: Why Luxury Homeowners Build for Timeless Design Everyone thinks luxury renovations start with Pinterest boards, Instagram inspiration, and whatever's trending right now.

In Princeton, Trendy Isn’t Trendy: Why Luxury Homeowners Build for Timeless DesignEveryone thinks luxury renovations start with Pinterest boards, Instagram inspiration, and whatever’s trending right now.But in Princeton? According to local builder Tom Pinneo, the real trend is… not being trendy.Tom shares how many Princeton homeowners approac

Think Your Kitchen Renovation Takes 6 Weeks? Think Again.Most homeowners assume a kitchen renovation will be finished in a month or two.Reality? A true kitchen + mudroom renovation involving structural work, demolition, foundation work, inspections, and permits can take closer to six months.Thinking about renovating in Princeton or Central Jersey?

The Renovation Mistake That Costs Homeowners Thousands, According to Tom PinneoMost renovation projects don’t go over budget because of materials or labor—they go sideways because the plan wasn’t clear before the work began.In my latest conversation with Tom Pinneo of Pinneo Construction, we break down one of the most common—and expensiveâ€

Why More Homeowners Are Renovating Instead of Moving Right NowMore homeowners are saying the same thing: “Forget it… I’m not moving.”Between higher borrowing costs, limited inventory, and today’s financial realities, many homeowners are choosing to stay put, renovate, and improve what they already own instead of making a move.Thinking abo

Princeton Planning Board Reviews 85-Home For-Sale Housing ProjectA major housing conversation is happening in Princeton this week.This Thursday, Princeton’s Planning Board will review a proposed 85-home for-sale project near 29 & Circle—bringing new ownership opportunities to one of Central New Jersey’s most competitive housing markets.What c

The Best Time to Sell Your Home Isn't When the Market Is "Perfect" Every homeowner asks the same question: "Should I wait for a better market?"

The Best Time to Sell Your Home Isn’t When the Market Is “Perfect”Every homeowner asks the same question: “Should I wait for a better market?”After more than 20 years helping homeowners across Central New Jersey, one thing is clear: There’s no such thing as a “perfect” market.I’ve seen low inventory, high inventory, bidding wars,