Kim Tavares

East Meadow House for Rent 3 BR/2.5 Baths with Full Finished Basement- Close to All

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:21:29 -0500

Kim Tavares, e-Pro, AHS | Licensed Salesperson- Coach Realtors | kimtavares@optonline.net | (631)499-1000 ext.231

Cedar Drive, East Meadow, NY

East Meadow home for rent - Like New

3BR/2.5BA Single Family House

$2,800/month

Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Sq Footage	Unspecified
Parking	1 dedicated
Pet Policy	No pets
Deposit	$2,800

DESCRIPTION

Totally renovated Ranch located in much sought after Lakeville Estates, East Meadow, NY area, close to all. Main level features wood floors, hi hats, updated kitchen and 3 BR, 2 full baths. Full finished basement has large den, 2 additional rooms, half bath, laundry room, storage room. Fully fenced backyard. Beautifully landscaped front yard.

see additional photos below

RENTAL FEATURES

Air conditioning	Hardwood floor	Living room
Bonus/Rec room	Dining room	Refrigerator
Stove/Oven	Basement	Washer
Dryer	Laundry area - inside	Yard
Cable-ready

LEASE TERMS

One year lease. Credit and income verification required by landlord. One month security, first month rent, and one month broker's fee. 2800/month plus utilites.

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Renter contact info:

Kim Tavares, e-Pro, AHS

Licensed Salesperson- Coach Realtors

kimtavares@optonline.net

(631)499-1000 ext.231

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 2, 2008, 5:08pm PDT

East Meadow House For Rent - Totally renovated Ranch with Full Basement

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 17:00:20 -0500

Home For Rent - This totally renovated Ranch home is conveniently located in the Lakeville Estates area of East Meadow, NY with desirable Barnum Woods schools. Close to all - walk to stores, restuarants, gym and a quick drive to Hofstra University, Nassau University Medical Center, Eisenhower Park, and Nassau Coliseum, and parkways.

Inside/out renovations done just 2 years ago, featuring updated kitchen, all 3 baths, windows, landscaping, moldings, doors, light fixtures, finished basement. This home is immaculate!

Main level features: Living Room with large front windows providing lots of light, Dining Room with ceiling fan, wood floors, hi hats, moldings, AC unit, Updated kitchen with room for small table, spotless full bath, 2 bedrooms, plus Master bedroom with it's own full bath.

Lower level features: large den, 2 rooms, kitchenette, half bath, storage room, and laundry room.

There's also an attached sunroom with separate entrance that may be used for storage. One parking spot available in driveway, along with street parking. Fully fenced backyard for your enjoyment.

Offered at: $2800/mth plus utilities. Required: One month security, first month rent, and broker's fee of one month, along with income verification and credit check - as per owner.

For more information/photos: http://www.finelihomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

OPEN HOUSE - Dix Hills Spacious Hidden Pines Condo Sun 7/27/08 1-3pm

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 21:23:25 -0500

Carefree Condo Lifestyle with Benefits of Single Home Living

The Hidden Pines Development is located in Dix Hills, bordering Commack, and conveniently located near all. This beautiful condo offers a newly updated kitchen with granite and stainless stell appliances, open floor plan for entertaining, a den with gas fireplace, expanded deck with hot tub, great storage, full basement and 2 car attached garage. And for those searching for a master bedroom on the main level, this is a must see! Offered at $669,000

Please join me Sunday, July 27, 2008 from 1-3pm at 14 Julia Circle in Dix Hills.

For more info: http://www.finelihomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

Reminder: Please Share the Road

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:54:26 -0500

I just wanted to send a reminder to everyone driving to

PLEASE SHARE THE ROAD!

Our roadways, highways and local streets are mostly meant to be shared by all: pedestrians, joggers, bicyclist and MOTORCYSLIST! Due to the fact that we're in NY, we don't have riding weather all year round. With the weather finally cooperating, the riders are out in full force.

My husband rides his sport bike to work from Western Suffolk to NYC, weather permitting. More often than not, he comes home with some really nerve racking stories. All these incidents he tells me about have a common theme. In these situations, it's simply that the drivers of the vehicles don't respect bikes.

Just earlier today, he said a woman cut right in front of him. (yep...lady with the Jaguar...talking to you!) And this was when we had some drizzle coming down. I don't know if this disrespect comes from knowing you're in a car and he's only on a bike. We all know who would be the winner. Just give them the same respect you would to any other motorist.

Of course I understand those who ride are doing it at their own risk, but there's no need for foolishness. Just remember there's a person riding that motorcycle, who has a family.

Long Island HOV Lane Rules

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:43:04 -0500

I'm on the Long Island Expressway at least 3 times a week, depending where my clients/customers take me. I never really gave much thought to the HOV lane except when I'm stuck in 5 mph traffic and watching cars in the HOV lane zoom by me. Even then, I never considered hopping on it, because I'm usually driving alone. But honestly, even with others in the car with me, I've stayed away from that lane.

WHY? Probably because of all the warnings of tickets and fines and points for disobeying the rules and regulations of the HOV lane. Well, I finally decided to look up some of these rules:

HOV lanes are reserved for buses and passenger vehicles with 2+ occupants only during these times : Monday - Friday 6:00-10:00am and 3:00-8:00pm. All other times, single drivers can go on the HOV lane.
And yes, children are considered an occupant of the vehicle (does not have to be a 2nd adult in the car).
Motorcycles are always permitted.
NO trailers, commercial vans/trucks are permitted.
Vehicles properly registerd for the Clean Pass program and have the DMV sticker displayed are permitted any time (regardless of how many people are in the vehicle).

No Bon Jovi But Still a Great Day in Central Park

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:37:26 -0500

My family and I decided to troop on over to Central Park yesterday (just a relaxing train ride away). Bon Jovi was giving a free concert there. Even though we didn't have tickets to this free concert, my husband and I figured we could still bring the kids there to play and maybe catch a glimpse or hear Bon Jovi. Well, with no notes of "Wanted...wanted...Dead or Alive" drifting our way, we decided to just hang out at the water park they have. The kids had a ball!! It was like a daycation.

The Lehman Brothers building was pretty awesome. And of course, we couldn't just pass by the M&M store. It was a great day (even without Jon).

PS. Happy 5th Anniversary to my Zen Master!

One Step Closer to Stopping the Intermodal...Still Need to Take Action

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:43:05 -0500

NO INTERMODAL!!!

The State Senate and Assembly has passed the Anti-Intermodal bill. This bill reinforces the law which requires the land owned by the Pilgrim State Hospital be transferred to the Edgewood Perserve. The DOT had intended to use this land to build the Long Island Truck and Rail Intermodal Facility.

Not only is this a great win for those opposing the Intermodal, it is one step closer to protecting the quality of life for the residents in the Brentwood, Edgewood, Dix Hills, Deer Park, Commack areas. The air pollution and traffic congestion on Commack Road, just south of the Long Island Expressway has been a great concern.

We still have to continue fighting! The legislation is now in the hands of Governor David Patterson. We must express our concerns to the Governor's office to ensure that he will the sign the legislation.

To Write To The Governor:
David A. Paterson
State Capitol
Albany, NY 12224

518-474-8390

To Email The Governor:
Click here to email the Governor.

International Diploma

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:59:22 -0500

Recently, I met an out of state family looking to relocate in Commack. They were very adamant about living in the Commack or Northport school district. The reason being that Commack and Northport High School are part of the IB World Schools. These 2 high schools offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

I have never heard of this program and decided to find out more about it. There are 2,378 IB World Schools in 128 countries. IB World Schools must undergo a very selective authorization process in order to be part of the program. "It is like having an international diploma", explained my buyers' daughter. The diploma is recognized around the world and highly welcomed by leading universities worldwide.

The program encourages young students to become involved in service-oriented activities and promotes intercultural understanding and respect. For more information: www.ibo.org

Commack / Dix Hills... Free Real Estate Information Seminar July 24 7-9pm

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:58:27 -0500

Internet is One of the Most Effective Tools to Selling a Home

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:34:34 -0500

Local REALTOR e-PRO® Agent Utilizing Technology To Provide Consumers With State-of-the-Art Services

July 7, 2008 – As more and more consumers begin their search for real estate-related information on the Internet, it is critical that real estate professionals are well educated in the use of technology to the benefit of both the consumer and the agent and/or broker.

Realizing the importance of technology training, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) now offers its members the e-PRO certification course -- the only technology certification program offered by NAR. The program is designed to prepare real estate professionals to make the most of Internet technology and to identify, evaluate, and implement new Internet business models.

The elite group of course graduates represents only one percent of all REALTORS in the country including Kim Tavares of Coach Realtors. “The real estate industry has undergone a fundamental change over the past five years,” Kim said. “Today, more than 70% of all buyers and sellers begin their search online. As an e-PRO certified agent, I have knowledge and tools needed to provide my clients with the information they need and the customer service they demand. It’s both hi-tech and hi-touch.”

The REALTOR e-PRO certification course is an educational program unlike any other professional certification or designation course available, comprehensive and interactive. It is specifically designed to provide real estate professionals with the technology tools needed to assist consumers in the purchase or sale of a home.

The exclusive REALTOR e-PRO certification course is presented entirely online and certifies real estate agents and brokers as Internet professionals. The course is designed to help REALTORSÒ stay at the leading edge of technology and identify, evaluate and implement new Internet business models. Once completed, the e-PRO certified real estate professional joins the ranks of a special community of highly skilled and continuously trained professionals who provide high quality and innovative online-based real estate services. Consumers can identify the e-PRO through the exclusive e-PRO Internet Professional logo. Both the content and the delivery platform were created by San Diego-based technology company InternetCrusade®. Graduates use the skills they've acquired to provide clients information on properties for sale, local communities, and the local real estate market.

For more information, e-mail Kim Tavares at kimtavares@optonline.net or call (631) 499-1000 ext.231

Dix Hills Movies On the Lawn...see BEE Movie Outdoors

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:26:11 -0500

The Town of Huntington's Movies On the Lawn Program is Back.

This year kicks off at the Dix Hills Park (by the pool) on Monday, June 30th, featuring the BEE Movie. I went to last years drive-in movie at Crab Meadow Beach with the kids. We had a great time. So bring the family, friends, and kids. Don't forget your blanket, lawn chairs ,dinner/snacks (and some bug repellent).

This is a free event that begins at darkness. Looking forward to seeing you there!

*If it gets rained out, the movie showing will be held indoors at John Glenn High School at 7:30

Commack Open House Sunday, June 22 from 12:00-2:00 Pinewood Estates Condo

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 09:28:06 -0500

Great Opportunity to own a condo in the sought after Commack School district. This Pinewood Estates unit is in the back fo the complex. It's light and bright, spacious living room and dining room have sliding flass doors to a private backyard and wood deck. Update kitchen, baths, windows and hot water heater. Washer and Dryer conveniently located upstairs. Offered at 379,000.

Don't wait - come view this Pinewood Estates condo at 28 Sandy Hill Road in Commack this Sunday from 12:00-2:00 pm.

For more info., photos, or directions: http://www.FineLIhomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

Commack Open House Sunday, June 22 2:30-4:30 Mint Split 485K

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 09:21:42 -0500

Be in for the Summer! Great Mid Block Split with updated kitchen and baths, cherrywood cabinets, hardwood floors, Anderson windows, new foof, siding. Skylight in the bathroom. Electric den in the den. brand New Sun Room with 3 Sliding Glass doors to flat yard. Professionally landscaped with pretty courtyard. Offered at 485,000.

Come join me for the Open House this Sunday, June 22 from 2:30-4:30 at 5 Blue Spruce Lane in Commack.

For more info., photos, or directions: http://www.FineLIhomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

Smithtown Home For Sale - Sprawling Ranch

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 21:47:55 -0500

Don't miss the opportunity to own this unique property. Diamond condition Sprawling Ranch situated on beautiful 1.19 Acre property with brook running along the back property line. This expanded ranch features a great open floor plan, with updated kitchens and baths, all new windows, skylight, and a great room with fireplace. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath with connecting guest suite, each with it's own outside deck. Mother/Daughter with permit. Low taxes. Exceptional value at $499,999.

Must see to appreciate. Please join me at the Open House this Sunday, June 8th from 1-3pm at 85 Brooksite Drive in Smithtown.

For photos and more info: http://www.FineLIhomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

Any questions or to schedule a more convenient showing, contact Kim Tavares at Coach Realtors at (631) 492-7060 or email: kimtavares@optonline.net

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Dix Hills and Melville Library offers a great Museum Pass Program

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:10 -0500

The Half Hollow Hills Community Library in Dix Hills and Melville is part of a Museum Pass Pilot Program. This great program allows district residents with a library card to reserve passes to:

American Museum of Natural History

Long Island Children's Museum

Old Westbury Gardens

Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum

There are different guidelines for each pass, some good for one family, some for 2 adults and up to 4 children. These passes allow for free admission to the museums and discounts at the shops and exhibitions.

I've already used the pass for the Children's Museum in Garden City. My kids loved it! You do have to reserve the passes but I must say there's not much of a wait. I don't think many people are aware of this great program so I figured I'd get the word out.

**Please remember that this is a pilot program, so the guidelines may change. Or the program might not be around too long.. Take advantage while we have it.

Otsego Elementary New Playground Burned

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sun, 25 May 2008 20:28:02 -0500

I just received a very disturbing automated message from my son's elementary school. He attends Otsego Elementary in Dix Hills NY. The school just built a brand new playground this school year. It's beautiful and all the kids loved it. The message was to notify us that this very playground was destroyed earlier today by a fire. At this time, the assistant principal didn't give too much details. I hope that if anyone knows or saw anything regarding this fire that they will come forward and speak with the school officials. To the Otsego families-we are such a strong and dedicated community,I'm sure we'll have a new playground up for the kids in no time.

Recycling Rain Water?

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:08:15 -0500

I feel like the past month or so, going GREEN, is everywhere. More than half the commercials on tv are focusing on environment friendly products or how the advertised company has changed its procedure to be more GREEN. Which is a great thing. It's amazing we all didn't have these ideas sooner.

For example, I was watching one of these GREEN programs on HGTV and there was this contraption that attaches to your roof and collects the rain water and then recycles the water to use in your sprinkler system. That's just an awesome idea.

I'm very behind on going GREEN, but I really liked this idea. Anyone know how much something like that would cost? Or any other simple ideas for going GREEN for a beginner greener like me?

SUPRISE!!!.....you've got a closing at 1:30

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:53:06 -0500

I have a deal where my buyers were looking to close this week. They wanted to be in their new home before next week because they're teachers and were hoping to work on the home during school vacation. So I was aware that their attorney was trying to set something up and get a closing going. I emailed him this morning and he told me that he was still trying to get confirmation from all parties and he'll let me know when he's got all the details. OK......but then at 12:30 I get a call from my buyers. SUPRISE!!!....we're closing in an hour. WOW, talk about insane. We met up at the home for a quick walk thru inspection and caravan over to the closing.

It's amazing how the buyers attorney got everyone to show up. In case you were wondering about this crazy situation - the rush was because today was their final day before the commitment expires and they lose their great rate and 1:30 was the only time the sellers attorney would be available, who by the way, left before the end of the closing and without his check. Then the sellers had to leave because they need to be home for the school bus drop off, so they left without their check.

Totally bizarre day, with an equally bizarre closing. But it all worked out in the end. What a great surprise - got a nice commission check and it wasn't even on my "to do" list for today! So I just want to put it out there, any of my clients or their attorneys wish to surprise me like this, please feel free. I've always loved a good surprise.

Mint Hauppauge NY Condo For Sale 218K - SOLD

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:54:50 -0500

SOLD - Don't miss this opportunity to own! Move In Condition. Updated ground level, corner condo in Hauppauge. Kitchen and bath only 3 years young, new washer/dryer. Updated Anderson windows, California closets, remote control ceiling fans and AC units.

Affordable taxes are 1318.45 with star. Low common charges of 329 include heat, hot water, community pool and tennis, and ground maintainence. Pets welcome. Convenient location - close to shopping, highway, train.

For photos and more info: http://www.finelihomes.com/OurFeaturedHomes

Contact Kim Tavares @ Coach Realtors 631-492-7060 or email.

MLSLI Listingbook - Better Way to Search for Homes in Dix Hills, Commack, Long Island

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:34:00 -0600

Listingbook.com has arrived in New York. I've gotten great feedback from my clients regarding this service website. Listingbook.com allows buyers and sellers to keep track of the real estate market.

Buyers can:

search for homes like a realtor - much easier and more efficient search than mlsli.com
keep track of "favorite" homes
receive daily Morning Reports of new listings, price changes, open houses
instantly communicate with your Realtor through integrated note messaging system

Sellers can:

receive daily Morning Reports regarding competitor homes
have a better understanding of the market
obtain activity reports for Open Houses and Appointment
Cyber CMA - request for an email market analysis

Contact Kim Tavares, Licensed Sales Agent, Coach Realtors for your free Listingbook.com account.

HELP!!! Anyone know how to Convert from pdf to jpeg

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:25:39 -0600

Need some assistance please....I joined active rain last week and some other blogging/social sites and can't seem to leave them alone. It's very addicting. My husband has noticed I've been on the computer non-stop. Well, I told him about the blogging and how wonderful it is. He pretty much laughed about that whole thing. And now, guess what he did. Yep, joined one of his own - one for bmw lovers. Anyway, he's trying to get his car photo on the site and is having trouble. So now, since I'm the blogging expert in the house, he's coming to me about this format change issue. Well, I'll show him....as soon as you show me. how do i change a photo that's in pdf format to jpeg???

Ever hear of a STAND DOWN?

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:23:25 -0600

My 9 year old son came home from school today (Otsego Elementary School) and educated me on something called a "Stand Down". First thought that came to me was "What did he do now?" Sounded like detention or something. Anyway, it's a service which provides assistance to Veterans who are in need of help, in the form of healthcare, employment, housing, etc. On the day of the Stand Down, which happens to be April 11, 2008, all agencies will meet in one place and provide helpful information and new items to the Veterans in attendance. What a great idea and a great way to say thanks to the Vets! The student council at Otsego has decided to collect Target and Walmart gift cards and good old cash to help with the purchase of the new items that are going to be given out at the Stand Down. I hope everyone reading this blog will want to contribute!

Paying for Leads??

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 15:52:42 -0600

The idea of paying for leads was mentioned to me recently at a holiday party by a relative, who's also a loan officer. I really didn't think anything of it and pretty much forgot about it. But today, another family member suggested I should look into it. Something like 4 bucks a lead. I'm not comfortable with the idea of having to pay for leads. My plan for this year was really to focus of marketing me (via internet and the old fashion paper ads). Has anyone had any experience with the pay for leads? Should I just stick with the self promotion plan or give the leads a try?

Desperately Seeking Bethpage, Plainview, Syosset Home

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 13:42:38 -0600

I have a motivated buyer who's desperately seeking a home in Bethpage, Plainview or Syosset area. Updated -home with basement in the 450 range. Highly qualified and ready to buy. Seen all the homes on MLS and none have fit the bill. If you are looking to sell or know of anyone, please let me know. Also, agents with exclusive listings, please contact me. Thanks. Kim

Out with the Old, In with the New

Kim Tavares, e-PRO, AHS - Long Island, NY (Coach Realtors) — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:19:07 -0600

Happy New Year's to All! The holiday decorations were beautiful and festive and made great photo ops for December but now that the holidays have passed, please replace the picture of the gorgeous Christmas tree in the living room with the cathedral ceilings and the garland laced foyer. Although the holidays have just passed, seeing those pics makes the listing seem old. Let's replace those holiday home pics with fresh pictures. They're just so last year.