Recent Sale in Bayside/Flushing Queens 11358 - 05/25/07 02:40 PM

199-45 34th AveFlushing, NY 11358
Asking: $539,000 Selling: $517,000 Time on Market: 2 Weeks SD Frame Treasure Island Colonial in Bayside/Flushing Area Boasts 3 Br, 2 New Baths, New Eat In Kitchen, Living Room, Full Finished Basement, Private Driveway, Above Ground Pool & Patio all on a 20x100 lot. Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for full property details … (0 comments)

Recent Sale in Douglaston Queens, 11362 - 05/22/07 12:54 PM
240-59 68th AveDouglaston, NY 11362 Asking: $749,000 Selling: $737,000 This Attached Brick/Frame Two Family in Douglaston features two beautiful apartments. On the first floor there is a Sunny 1 BR Apt w/ 1 full bath, LR, FDR, and Kitchen and on the 2nd floor there is a 3 BR Apt w/ 2 full bath, LR, DR, and EIK. Home also boasts a full finished basement with Laundry Room, Attached 1 Car Garage and 2 Car Private Driveway! Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for full property information … (0 comments)

Bayside/Flushing SD Colonial for Sale - 05/21/07 10:02 AM
This Mint SD Treasure Island Colonial in Bayside features 3/4 BR, 2 New Full Baths, LR, FDR, EIK, Hi-Hats on Ceiling, Full Basement, and a Beautiful Yard with Large Deck and Shed. Home also boasts All New Electric, Roof, & Siding!
Asking: $539,000  Taxes: $1979
Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for more information or Call the office at 718-747-7747
    
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Condos Tighten the Rules - 05/20/07 11:51 AM
According to the article Condos Tighten the Rules on NYTimes.com buying a condominium is supposed to be much easier than buying a cooperative, however in recent years condo boards have been tightening the rules and the requirements have become stricter.  Furthermore, condos are more expensive than co-ops and for this reason, condo boards have more likely than not denied potential buyers for not having enough money.  Condos have adopted practices of requiring extensive applications, numerous reference letters, "Brokers and property managers agree that most condos shift into a stage of tougher review and tighter management as a building and its board … (3 comments)

Just Listed In Jackson Heights NY 11370 - 05/18/07 02:13 PM
This Garden Bay Manor Condo in Jackson Heights on the first floor features 2 BR, 1 Full Bath, LR/DR Combo, Kitchen with Tiles, and Wood Floors Throughout. Close to transportation, highways, and airport. Click here for more information

For more information please call Carollo Real Estate of Whitestone at 718-747-7747 Asking: $410,000   
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Whitestone Detached Colonial for Sale (Rie) - 05/18/07 10:21 AM
This Detached Frame Colonial in Whitestone features 4 BR, 1.5 Bath, LR, FDR, EIK, Full Unfinished Basement with Laundry Room, Attic, Private Driveway, and Large Yard on a 25x100 lot! For more information call the office today!!
For more information Call Carollo Real Estate of Whitestone at 718-747-7747 or Visit CarolloRealEstate.com today!
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3 Bad Reasons to Buy a Home - 05/13/07 12:41 PM
According to the controversial article 3 Bad Reasons to Buy a Home on MSN.com discusses the reasons why homeownership may not be for everyone afterall.  It turns out that not everyone will benefit from homeownership, as of the common misconceptions: "It's a good investment," "I'm tired of throwing away money on renting," and "I need the tax deduction." 
The recent real estate boom encouraged many buyers to purchase homes out of fear and recently, it has caused buyers to fallout of the market from fear as well.  Buyers are defaulting on their mortgages because they cannot make the payments.  Forclosures are … (2 comments)

Sixth Floor LeHarve 3 BR Coop (Krie) - 05/12/07 11:51 AM
This Sixth Floor 3 BR Co-op in LeHavre features 1 Full Bath, LR, Kitchen, an Enclosed Porch, and Spectacular Bridge Views of the Whitestone & Throgs Bridge and Waterviews of the Long Island Sound. Building Amenities include 3 Tennis Courts, 2 Outdoor Pools, Gym, Playgrounds, and Park Benches throughout the grounds.
Asking $329,999          Maintenance $1,158.47Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for additional property details
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Choice Cities For A Pied-A-Terre - 05/11/07 02:33 PM
Are you sick of suburbria?  Get a second home!
Although, home sales have been down, it hasn't stopped those from acquiring second homes.  Vacation and residential house sales have accounted for nearly 36% of home sales.  However, buyers of second homes in urban areas aren't looking for peace and quiet the suburbs offers, constrastingly, they are looking to be in the center of all the action. 
In Pictures: Choice Cities For A Pied-A-TerreRead the entire article Choice Cities For A Pied-A-Terre on Forbes.com to find out where you should buy your second home
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Malba House for Sale 11357 - 05/08/07 03:39 PM
This Gorgeous Custom Cape in Malba features 4 Sunny BR, 2.5 Bath, Beautiful Living Room with Fireplace, Formal Dining Room, Den, EIK and Full Basement. Home also boasts an Attached Garage, Private Driveway and Spectacular Bridge and Winter Waterviews all on an Oversized 100x87 Lot!!
Asking: $1,749,000
For more information Call Carollo Real Estate today at 718-747-7747 or Visit CarolloRealEstate.com today
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A Word of Advice During a Housing Slump: Rent - 05/06/07 09:25 AM
According to a recent article A Word of Advice During a Housing Slump: Rent, featured on NYTimes.com, most argue that it's always a good time to buy, the solid return of investment, the tax incentives and of course the "American Dream," that so many strive to achieve.  However, in recent years, that reasoning hasn't held true.  For the first time in nearly 15 years, buyers have faced higher monthly costs than renters and have lost money on their investments.  So, for those who opted to rent instead of buy, the numbers say you've made the right decision. 
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Time Out NY and Time Out NY Kids - 05/05/07 02:17 PM
Time Out NY and Time Out NY Kids recently did an article about apartment living in Queens, NY.  Carollo Real Estate contributed to both of these articles. 
Read Time Out NY Urban Renewal which features information about moving to Bayside, Queens
Time Out NY Kids Get a Move On which features information on Whitestone, Queens. 
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America's Most Overpriced Real Estate Markets - 05/05/07 01:31 PM
According to America's Most Overpriced Real Estate Markets on Forbes.com, using the 40 largest metro areas analysts were able to estimate price-to-earnings ratio for each market; this value was used to determine the price a homeowner would pay for one dollar of return.  Furthermore,each market's median priced home was divided by annual rents and subtracted by taxes and insurance.  Secondly, Forbes.com incorporated a second methodology; an affordability index: which is the percentage of the population who can afford to buy the median priced house. 
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Flushing Cooperative For Sale 11354 (Lavi) - 05/05/07 11:34 AM
This Beautifully Maintained Top Floor Unit in the Linden Towers Development features 2 BR, 1.5 Bath (Full Updated Bath), Large LR, Formal Dining Room, an EIK with New Appliances, and a Laundry Room at the Lobby Level. Unit is conveniently located near Shopping Mall, Supermarket, Theater, Schools, and Transportation including the Express Bus to Manhattan (Q44, Q16, Q34, Q25)! Extra Storage In Basement Available!! Call the office for more information today!
Asking $279,000              Maintenance $753.69
Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for additional property details

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Whitestone House for Sale 11357 (Mig) - 05/01/07 09:01 AM
This Mint Brick Hi-Ranch in Whitestone features 3 Sunny BR, 1.5 Bath, LR, DR, EIK, a Full Finished Basement, An Attached Garage, and Private Driveway.  Home has been recently redone within the past 2 Years with new boiler, roof, windows and fence! 
Asking: $750,000      Taxes: $3681
For more information call Carollo Real Estate of Whitestone at 718-747-7747 or Visit CarolloRealEstate.com for more property information
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