Franklin Lakes buyer guide

For buyers who are serious about Franklin Lakes, this episode gets tactical: how to compete in a market where well-priced homes move quickly, what contingencies Franklin Lakes sellers typically expect (and which they'll push back on), and how to structure your offer when you're coming from out of state and haven't seen the home in person.

Kathleen also addresses the appraisal dynamic in Franklin Lakes — where the gap between contract price and appraised value can be significant in fast-moving segments — and how buyers are handling appraisal contingencies in the current market.

The episode ends with a checklist for Franklin Lakes buyers at the offer stage: what your attorney needs, what your lender needs on hand, and how to position yourself as the most credible buyer in a competitive situation.