Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday March 11th, 2012 - WooHoo! - 02/29/12 04:31 PM
Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday March 11th, 2012 - WooHoo!
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead 1 hour the night before. We don't want anyone late for work and school right?
I swear, this is my favorite time of year.....Spring Ahead! An extra hour of daylight and each day for a few months it stays lighter out a minute a day and before you know it, the sun doesn't go down until 7:30. Gotta love it!To me, it also means Spring is practically around the corner. I can already smell the pretty flowers that will be blooming. The freshly cut … (8 comments)
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North Babylon NY Housing Market for December 2011 - 02/29/12 12:40 PM
North Babylon NY Housing Market for December 2011
North Babylon NY covers three school districts: Babylon Schools, West Babylon Schools and North Babylon Schools. So depending upon where you buy your home in North Babylon NY, will result in what school district your children will attend.
North Babylon NY Housing Market for December 2011:
December 2011 - Median Sold Price: $295,000 - 7 Homes Sold - 105 days on the marketDecember 2010 - Median Sold Price: $270,000 - 11 Homes Sold - 53 days on the market
7 homes went under contract with a median asking price of $294,000
76 North … (2 comments)
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The Flip Side About REO Agents - 02/29/12 05:13 AM
The Flip Side About REO Agents
Real estate agents and consumers think being an REO agent is the best thing since sliced bread. They make tons of money, fast. Think again.
I had the pleasure last August in helping one of my buyers buy an REO property. I also had the pleasure in speaking with the REO listing agent frequently during and after the home went to closing.
One night we were on the phone from 9 PM to 1 AM talking about REO properties and what it entails before they go onto the market. I got one heck of an … (69 comments)
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Lindenhurst NY Home For Sale - Want to Save Up To $14,000 in Property Taxes? - 02/21/12 11:07 AM
Lindenhurst NY Home For Sale*****Home Currently Under Contract*****This fabulous new construction colonial home is in the American Venice section of Lindenhurst NY. No expense has been spared by the builder! 5 Star Energy Rating which is the highest a home can be rated!This new construction Lindenhurst NY home is nestled mid block on a cul-de-sac with three bedrooms, seven rooms and a fantastic Gourmet kitchen!Energy Star Appliances (stainless steel):Stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer, tankless water heater & HVAC system. Double pane Energy Star insulated windows, Energy Star insulated doors, foam insulation which is more than an upgrade to standard insulation. Custom … (5 comments)
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Long Island Arts & Craft Shows 2012 - 02/20/12 10:42 PM
Long Island Arts & Craft Shows 2012
Melville NY Art & Craft FestivalWhere: Huntington Hilton, Melville NYDate: February 26th, 2012Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMAdmission: $5 for Adults; Children under 12 are free.This is a one day show and you get to see first-hand all the upcoming new creations for the year!Freeport NY Craft FairWhere: Freeport Recreation CenterDate: March 3rd & 4thTime: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PMAdmission: FreeThere will be a great variety of vendors and food! There will be arts & crafts, antiques, gift items, collectibles and more. This event is surely not to be missed!Spring Craft FairWhere: Holy Trinity … (4 comments)
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It Was My First Time and I Didn't Like It - 02/20/12 03:04 PM
It Was My First Time and I Didn't Like It
So there I was yesterday, being a good agent keeping an eye on the Lindenhurst NY condo market for my past seller. Looking to see what has recently sold so I can report back to her. Found a condo that sold for much higher than others sold for just a few months ago.
I'm looking at the interior photos which were very nice and couldn't believe what I was seeing and started talking to myself.....
"Why does that entry sign photo look familiar?" "Uh, and the pool photo even looks familiar." … (9 comments)
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Lindenhurst NY Homes Under Contract 2009 - 2011 - 02/16/12 12:26 PM
Lindenhurst NY Homes Under Contract 2009 - 2011
The Lindenhurst NY real estate market for homes under contract in the last quarter of 2011 ended off better than I expected. 61 Lindenhurst NY homes went under contract and so far 45 have closed. The remaining 16 went under contract towards the end of 2011 so there is the overflow into 2012. The listing prices range from $119,000 to $499,000. So far, the sold prices range from $144,000 to $450,000 which are the homes that closed in 2011. So, why is this under contract chart important to you? It shows that buyers … (5 comments)
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Lindenhurst NY Short Sale Market Report - 2008-January 2012 - 02/09/12 11:04 PM
Lindenhurst NY Short Sale Market Report - 2008-January 2012
The Lindenhurst NY short sale market in 2011 almost stayed the same compared to 2010. In 2010, 55 homes were listed as short sales and 30 sold. 50 homes in Lindenhurst NY were listed as short sales in 2011 and 33 sold.
2012 will be interesting. Short sales will continue to be around for a while. I have to assume right now that 2012 for short sales in Lindenhurst NY will be around the same as in 2010 and 2011.
If you have been considering to short sale your Lindenhurst … (2 comments)
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The Only Person I Sleep with is My Husband - 02/09/12 05:23 PM
The Only Person I Sleep with is My Husband
It's funny how buyers get advice that is old-school. Family and friends mean well but inaccurate information can lead to misunderstandings.
In January of 2009, I met with a nice couple who were first time home buyers. During my consultation with them, I let them know that I can refer them to great mortgage brokers, home inspectors and real estate attorneys that will get the job done without breaking the bank. Upon hearing that, the husband said the following, "we were told to not use anyone the Realtor® "sleeps" with". I … (26 comments)
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Lindenhurst NY Waterfront Homes - You Will Miss The Boat If You Wait To List Your Home - 02/07/12 01:42 PM
Lindenhurst NY Waterfront Homes - You Will Miss The Boat If You Wait To List Your Home
A few times a day I check my website visitor stats to see the activity. Potential buyers are already looking for waterfront homes for sale in Lindenhurst NY:
There are different types of waterfront homes in Lindenhurst NY: Bayfront and Canal location. Bayfront for the most part gives you spectacular views of the Great South Bay.
View Map of Great South Bay on Long Island in a larger map
Canal homes are just that. They are on the canal and your neighbors can … (3 comments)
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What Does Real Estate and A Box Of Chocolates Have In Common? - 02/07/12 09:46 AM
What Does Real Estate and A Box Of Chocolates Have In Common?I will never forget the first time I prospected expired listings in September 2009. The very first door I knocked on had recently expired in Lindenhurst NY and had listed with numerous real estate agents over the last four years. I knew it was going to be a challenge but didn’t expect what I was greeted with.......It was just short of 11:15 a.m. and when I knocked the homeownerflew open the screen door and screamed at me, “do you know what F’ing time it is?!?!?” I replied, “yes, it’s … (93 comments)
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Lindenhurst NY Short Sale Sold! - 02/06/12 11:14 PM
Lindenhurst NY Short Sale Sold!
This Lindenhurst NY Short Sale sold and we closed on it today. It was my very first listing and my very first short sale.
I took the listing on February 10th, 2010. Almost two years. Lost a few buyers here and there and this one took eight months under contract to get to closing. The buyers almost walked a few times. Read my post to find out how I didn't lose these buyers: Thank You Sherry at Bank of America.
This Lindenhurst NY home is a Colonial and a Legal 2 by CO. Meaning, the entire … (5 comments)
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Thank You Sheri at Bank of America - One Less Homeowner in Foreclosure - 02/06/12 10:48 PM
Thank You Sheri at Bank of America - One Less Homeowner in Foreclosure
This is one Lindenhurst NY short sale I will never forget.
After eight months under contract the buyer was going to walk. Frustrated, I wrote a blog post venting at how the short sale process at Bank of America was taking way too long. it wasn't normal.
Two weeks later I received a call on a Friday night from Sheri at Bank of America. Sheri stated that she could try and help move the process along. Since it was too late to call her back, I called her … (6 comments)
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What Is Wrong With Some of You? - 02/02/12 07:29 PM
What Is Wrong With Some of You?
My office to home is literally a five minute drive. What could possibly happen during that time? You would think not much but I beg to differ......
Lovely Lexus Lady blew a stop sign that was clear as day and missed hitting me by a few seconds. Mercedes Woman almost rammed me from behind. Mercury Man also almost rammed me from behind. Side Note: If you are going to be that close to me, put a ring on my finger. What do you think these three lovelies have in common?.................
You guess … (20 comments)
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