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David Tibbetts

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      My Home Didn't Sell! Now What? Property Marketing Plan
  • FAQ
  • Listings
  • Contact
David Tibbetts

David Tibbetts

David has been helping buyers and sellers navigate one of life's biggest decisions for over eighteen years. Based in central New Jersey, he works across Somerset, Middlesex, Hunterdon, Monmouth, and Mercer Counties, serving a range of clients from first-time buyers finding their footing to move-up families, investors, and luxury homeowners ready for something new.

Before real estate, David spent his career in information technology. That background quietly shows up in everything he does. The way he prepares clients for what's coming, anticipates problems before they surface, and brings a calm, methodical presence to a process that can feel anything but calm.

Ask his clients what it's like to work with him, and a few things come up consistently. He answers every question. He never pressures. He treats people like family. And when the nerves kick in, as they always do at some point, he has a way of steadying the room.

His approach is straightforward: show up fully prepared, keep clients informed every step of the way, and make the process as smooth as possible. Not because it's good marketing, but because that's simply how he believes the job should be done.

David has called New Jersey home for over thirty years, after growing up in Maine and being born in Indiana. He's married with two kids and a golden doodle named Bo. When he's not working, you'll likely find him in the kitchen, watching sports, or deep into a suspense novel. Sometimes a real estate podcast too, because apparently the work follows him home.

If you're thinking about buying or selling, David would love to hear from you. Call, text, or DM him directly, or follow along on social media to see what's happening in the market.

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Recent Articles

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06 May 2026

What Happens During Attorney Review in New Jersey? (And What Can Go Wrong)

by David Tibbetts

What Is the Attorney Review Period in New Jersey Real Estate? The attorney review period in New Jersey is a mandatory 3 business day window that begins after both parties receive a fully signed...

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04 May 2026

2026 Home Design Trends: What’s In, What’s Out, and What Buyers Are Responding To

by David Tibbetts

After a decade of cool grays, crisp whites, and spaces that looked more like showrooms than homes, buyers have changed what they’re looking for. Call it quiet luxury — the idea that richness comes...

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04 May 2026

How Much Will You Net Selling Your Home in Middlesex County?

by David Tibbetts

How much will a Middlesex County home seller net at closing? Most Middlesex County sellers net between 88% and 92% of their sale price after accounting for the NJ Realty Transfer Fee, real estate...

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01 Apr 2026

Is Buying a Home Together Right for Your Family? Here’s How to Think It Through

by David Tibbetts

For a long time, multigenerational living had a reputation problem. It was the option families turned to when something had gone wrong — a job loss, a divorce, a health crisis. Moving back in...

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28 Feb 2026

What Actually Makes a Listing Stand Out in 2026

by David Tibbetts

The playbook for selling a home has changed fast. Buyers have more options, more leverage, and they are using it. Active housing inventory rose more than 16% year-over-year in 2025 — one of the...

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01 Feb 2026

The True Cost of Homeownership: What You Pay Beyond the Mortgage

by David Tibbetts

When most homebuyers calculate whether they can afford a new home, they focus almost exclusively on one number: the monthly mortgage payment. It’s the figure lenders qualify them for, the number discussed during showings,...

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31 Dec 2025

2026 Housing Market Forecast: Will the Market Find Its Footing?

by David Tibbetts

Will 2026 be the year buyers stop waiting? Forecasters are split, predicting anywhere from 1.7%1 to 14%2 growth in home sales. That 12-point gap reveals the central question facing the housing market: how much...

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30 Nov 2025

Planning Your 2026 Real Estate Moves: A Guide to the Best Buying and Selling Seasons

by David Tibbetts

Timing isn’t everything in real estate, but it can mean the difference between saving $20,000 or paying a premium, selling in 30 days or waiting three months, and negotiating from a position of strength...

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01 Nov 2025

Can You Really Trust Online Home Estimates?

by David Tibbetts

For millions of homeowners, checking their Zillow Zestimate has become as routine as checking a stock portfolio—a quick hit of seeing your home’s estimated value, right at your fingertips. With 178 million monthly users...

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01 Oct 2025

How to Spot Real Estate Scams (and Protect Your Investment)

by David Tibbetts

Real estate scams are targeting more victims than ever before, and they’re becoming increasingly sophisticated. Nearly 10,000 Americans fell victim to real estate fraud in 2024, losing over $173 million according to FBI reports.1...

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Recent Listings

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Stylish Townhome in Sayreville

Sold | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,194 sqft

Step into a home that’s as stylish as it is welcoming at 3 Siedler Ln in the Main Street Townhouse Community. From the moment you arrive, the new front steps and exterior door invites...

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Turnkey 2 Bedroom in Quailbrook

Under Contract | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,336 sqft

This turnkey 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhouse offers open concept living with an updated kitchen, updated baths, and move-in ready finishes throughout.The main level flows from the kitchen with ample counter space, a breakfast...

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Make this Ranch your Own

Sold | 3 BR | 1 BA | 1,032 sqft

A rare opportunity to make this charming ranch style home your own. Built in 1958 and lovingly maintained by its original owner, this property offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, making it a...

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Move-In Ready Cape in Middlesex

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,176 sqft

Clean, updated, and move-in ready, this Cape Cod style home offers a flexible layout across three finished levels, highlighted by hardwood floors on the main level and a bright, open feel the moment you...

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Colonial in Clinton

Sold | 4 BR | 3 BA | 2,484 sqft

Welcome home to this sun-soaked colonial in the desirable neighborhood of Kings Crossing! Upon entering, you’re greeted with volume ceilings in the foyer, living, and dining rooms as well as beautiful wood floors throughout....

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Welcome to picturesque Martinsville!

Sold | 4 BR | 2.1 BA

This stunning bi-level style house boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and plenty of natural light that streams in throughout the day. The house backs up to a serene wooded lot, providing you with...

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3505 French Drive

Prime location at Glenbrooke in Bridgewater

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA

Location! Location! Location! First floor condo situated in the highly sought after Glenbrooke community in Bridgewater. This 3 bedroom condo offers over 1,300 square feet of living space. Enjoy the patio located off the...

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Modern Townhouse in Flemington

Sold | 2 BR | 3 BA

         

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Gorgeous Colonial with Mountain Views in Warren County NJ

Sold | 4 BR | 2.1 BA | 3,360 sqft

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