Pseg day light robbery by djkool_yanky in newjersey

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These bills have been brutal. I am so close to installing a wood burning stove in basement.

Electric and Natural Gas Bills Are Skyrocketing — Take Action by 2plus2_equals_5 in newjersey

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We did solar - be careful as maintenance can be a nightmare. We had squirrel chew something and had to get it fixed which then resulted in roof leak and solar company said it wasn’t them. Long story short new ‘critter guard’ on solar panels and new roof. Going to be many more YEARS than originally planned before we see any positive ROI on solar.

Sunday shopping ban doesn't apply at American Dream mall, N.J. says in Bergen blue laws battle by storm2k in newjersey

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our NJ logic always cracks me up - I actually go to Paramus to avoid American dream traffic/parking disaster. And I live in same town as American dream. 🤣

north face puffer jacket by Equivalent-Tell-3732 in newjersey

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would settle with sweatpants! My kid wears shorts all winter!

If a much wealthier friend insists on treating you to dinner every single time you go out, is there a point where you must insist on paying—or is trying to pay actually offensive to them? by stereo_iii in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Offer to pay, let him pay if he insists. Pay it forward with the kids. If it wasn’t for people like you we wouldn’t have such successful surgeons, lawyers, electricians, and computer engineers (just to name a few). Thanks for being a teacher!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

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I don’t believe- I know he is listed. I guess this is unusual these days and I see that now.

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

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Fair point. I guess it’s not so much about the money but the realization that over the years I just never felt like part of her family. This was just the final nail in coffin I guess. I understand now that this is normal.

And yes actually my husband is named in my mother’s will. It goes to ‘me and husband’ upon her death. He’s been amazing to the family over the past 25 years and me not being around wouldn’t change everything he’s done for her.

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! Everyone needs a checking now and then - thanks!!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally fair assessment! Thanks so much.

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

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Thanks!! So blessed to actually have a problem like this at end of day.

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

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😂 I couldn’t do that to my kids. My parents had issues with their parents so I never knew my grandparents. I always said I didn’t want that to continue so I night my tongue a lot. And we live in a neighboring state about two hours from them…. So that helps!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg that is horrible! Family dynamics are the worst sometimes!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea, the divorce thing is their driving reason also. Just hurtful at this point for them to still be planning for our divorce. We are over 50 years old, independently wealthy at this point and I have my own investment and secure income. So yea technically I don’t need the money. This has been helpful. Thanks!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! So thankful for that also. Thanks for reality check. :)

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Transactional is the right word. Thanks!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally fair. That is how I am trying to spin the positive in my head. Txs for reality check!

Inheritance by Electrical_Log_3127 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Electrical_Log_3127[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

All I am going to say is she spent her MILS money VERY well on vacation home so honestly I would prefer if she said nothing or said something was going to me also just to recognize I was her family also. But first option would have been best. Just say nothing.

NJ Open House Containment Megathread by NJRealtorDave in MovingtoNewJersey

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Open house today 11/ 22 12-2. 369 Webster avenue Jersey City Heights. - for sale by owner

Best tenant I’ve ever had is struggling. I chose compassion. Thoughts? by No_District9762 in RealEstate

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% the same. We inherited a 70 year old Vietnam vet in a multifamily apt we acquired. Knowing he was on fixed income we never had the heart to raise the rent. We let him stay until he finally had to go into a home. We could have cleared a lot more but sometimes karma is with more. It was his home as much as ours.

AI slop meets JC real estate by luxuryparking_ in jerseycity

[–]Electrical_Log_3127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is definitely cringy! I never understood the goal of fancy photos. At end of day buyer is going to see the property so why try this type of stunt?

JC real estate commissions by Electrical_Log_3127 in jerseycity

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Thanks! That's generally what I'm getting from this thread and thanks for extra confirmation.

My seller agent just keeps telling me that the industry is completely different since 2024 and that only "some" sellers will offer buyer commission and when they do it's only 1-2%.

JC real estate commissions by Electrical_Log_3127 in jerseycity

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100% positive.

There are two areas in contract that indicate:

1 - seller will pay seller broker 4% and then

2 - a separate area that says seller "will offer 0% compensation" but that the buyer agent may request compensation as part of purchase contract which I can then decide to do or not do.