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Handroll House Grand Opening

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  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Handroll House to Celebrate Grand Opening in East Rutherford EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — A new sushi destination is coming to East Rutherford. Handroll House is set to bring a fresh, elevated dining experience to the community, combining high-quality ingredients, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a modern atmosphere designed with local guests in mind. The restaurant will officially celebrate its grand opening on April 3rd at 11:00 AM. Handroll House is the latest concept from Sherif Salib, a local to the East Rutherford area with 10 years of restaurant experience and the owner of the award-winning Butterfish Sushi in Rutherford. Known for his commitment to quality and hospitality, Sherif created Handroll House to offer the community a distinctive sushi experience centered around freshness, precision, and approachability. To bring that vision to life, Sherif partnered with Chef Jeffry Undiarto, whose culinary background includes experience at the acclaimed two-star...

Big News for Big Closings: NJ’s Mansion Tax Just Got a Makeover

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Big News for Big Closings: NJ’s Mansion Tax Just Got a Makeover Governor Phil Murphy just gave New Jersey’s real estate transfer fee a bit of a facelift—and if you're buying or selling high-end property, you might want to pay attention (and maybe pour yourself a drink). The so-called “mansion tax” is getting steeper under the state’s shiny new budget. Here's the breakdown: 🏡 Sales under $2 million? Still taxed at 1%. No change there. 💸 Sales between $2 million and $2.5 million? Welcome to the 2% club. 💰 $2.5 million to $3 million? Say hello to 2.5%. 🏰 Over $3 million? You’re looking at a 3% transfer fee. But wait—there’s more! The biggest twist? The tax is now the seller’s responsibility, not the buyer’s. This change kicks in for deals closing after November 15, so mark your calendars (and maybe your spreadsheets too). The Basics: What Even Is the Mansion Tax? Since 2004, New Jersey has slapped a 1% tax on homes and certain commercial properties selling for over $1 million...