Misconceptions of Today’s Market - 12/22/08 07:35 PM
Before examining the latest data, it's a good idea to put concerns in perspective on current market conditions. Granted, there's plenty of negative economic news at the moment, and a lot of it is specifically tied to the housing market.  Still, it's also true that a lot of misleading information is floating around. The media tends to focus on the markets that have been hit hardest, and ignore those where housing has remained relatively strong.
 It's unfortunate, because misleading information scares both sellers and buyers. And when buyers and sellers are scared, it only makes matters worse. Consumer confidence falls, buyers … (0 comments)

Profile of a Foreclosure Scammer - 12/19/08 01:17 PM
The people and companies that prey upon homeowners in foreclosure use many tactics to gain the homeowner's trust. Here are some examples:
The scammer contacts you by telephone, mail, or even knocks on your door (legitimate foreclosure consultants don't seek you out, you must go to them). The scammer is smooth-talking and preys upon your desperation. He provides little or no information about the foreclosure process. Many scammers claim government affiliation. They often use "affinity marketing" -- Spanish-speakers marketing to Spanish-speakers, Christians to Christians, senior citizens to senior citizens, and so on. Some offer "testimonials" from other customers. They claim the … (4 comments)

Don't Lose Your Home to Foreclosure "Rescue" Scammers - 12/19/08 01:04 PM
   As record numbers of homeowners are defaulting on mortgages and are at risk of foreclosure, foreclosure "rescue" scammers are coming out of the woodwork in droves. These people and companies pretend to help homeowners facing foreclosure, but instead steal homes, equity, and money -- leaving the former homeowner in a more desperate financial state than before. Don't become the latest victim of these scams. Learn how the scams work, what the scammers are like, and how to protect yourself.
How Do The Scams Work?  The methods scammers use to rip off homeowners are extremely varied. But most of them fit into … (0 comments)

Premier Service Diamond Award 2008 - 12/18/08 01:48 PM
GMAC Real Estate is congratulating Irena Popilevsky on her outstanding accomplishment of achieving the 2008 Premier Service Diamond Award. in today's challemging real estate market, it is more critical than ever to provide world class service and create customers for life. Her dedication and superior customer service skills exemplify the Premier Service commitment and make her part of the elite group at GMAC Real Estate. GMAC is greatful for her continued excellence in service and all that she does.
Customer service is always my priority. Premier Service. Service You deserve. People You Trust.
Irena Popilevsky,
On Your Team.
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Lets Just Swipe Houses. - 12/18/08 01:34 PM
I have contacted one of my associates who showed my listing this past weekend looking for feedback. She's telling me that her buyer really liked the house and wanted to make an offer. Since the buyer's house was also for sale and about to go to contract, she had learned that the buyers that were purchasing her house backed out because her buyers were selling their home in New Jersey, their buyers were denied a mortgage and so they have backed out of the deal. ( confusing??? I hope not ) in other words this is a domino effect. So I keep talking to … (2 comments)

Opportunity Knocks! - 12/18/08 01:13 PM

Drive By first. Must buy as a package. Up & Comming Area. Asking 358,800
 
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Great Deal 2 lots zoned R3-2 7100 sq ft - 12/02/08 10:41 PM
Excllent opportunity 5 minutes from the Staten Island ferry. 2 lots 34.25 X 103.17 and 34 X 107 zoned R3-2 . one lot has a 2 family detached house on it.please call Irena for details   (917) 579-4455    Great for a builder or a handy person who can do repairs.
Up and Comming area. Asking 358,800

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