realtor: Our Key To Success As The Realtor Team On The North Shore Of Long Island - 03/17/12 03:48 AM
 
Our Key To Success As The Realtor Team On The North Shore Of Long Island  Selling homes on The North Shore Of Long Island and meeting new people along the way has taught Larry & Sheila, Realtors with Charles Rutenberg Realty, what works and what doesn't work being in this business.  We believe when you have a passion for Real Estate as we do, it shows and when you enjoy helping others with their Real Estate goals it really shows! While having a good listing inventory brings calls from buyers, having a good presence on the web is necessary. With so many buyers looking for their homes on the internet, online visibility is … (11 comments)

realtor: What If I Want To Sell My Home Without Hiring A Professional Realtor? - 03/16/12 05:25 AM
What If I Want To Sell My Home Without Hiring A Professional Realtor? Larry And Sheila's Top 10 Reasons Why You Might Want To Consider Hiring A Professional Realtor And NOT Sell Your House Without One!1.  Pricing ~ The most important step is pricing your house properly. If you charge too little, then you'll always wonder if you lost money on the deal. If your price is too high you won't get consumers or other Realtors to see it. The longer it stays on the market, the more consumers might wonder what's wrong with it? 2. Understanding The Market ~ You need … (61 comments)

realtor: Smithtown Long Island You Want The Right Real Estate Agent - 10/20/08 03:21 PM
People want the best...
 But finding the right real estate agent here in Smithtown Long Island, or the surounding North Shore communities of Nassau and Suffolk County can be the difference between a happy, stress-free home buying or selling experience, and an unhappy, stressful experience.
First, you'll want an agent who is ready and able to make a full-time commitment to youhere in The North Shore. We can and will do that...
Second, you'll want an agent with the experience needed to know Smithtown and the local neighborhoods, schools, & market conditions.  With our years of experience in the local market, we have … (2 comments)

realtor: So Home Buyers, You Want To Know Why You Need A Real Estate Agent - 10/08/08 07:28 AM
At first, you may be able to convince yourself that you don't need a real estate agent to buy a home. When you find yourself sifting through papers you don't understand, you may begin to reconsider. Home buying is not something someone typically does often. It's not an every day event or even a yearly event. It can be emotional and stressful, especially when you don't know real estate and understand the laws, rules and regulations involved in transactions.
No Direct Cost to You - That's right...no cost to you...One misconception in real estate is that a home buyer pays commission. … (2 comments)

realtor: HOMEOWNERS PRICE IT RIGHT IN TODAY'S REAL ESTATE MARKET - 10/07/08 05:34 AM
Be aware that with the high inventory of homes on the market, buyers are more choosier and they can demand more...
Ok, so we're in the middle of a challenging market in the real estate industry. However, with this kind of market,  there are opportunities for some home sellers. The trick is to price your home right for today's market.
The most difficult reality for most sellers to face is that prices in their neighborhood may have dropped during the last year or two. Some sellers are finding that it may not make sense to sell now if the probable sale price is too low.
Most sellers … (0 comments)

realtor: C'mon Can A Dollar Help You Sell Your House? - 10/01/08 08:42 AM
Pricing is a topic that is so important.  But, can the difference of $1.00 really make a difference in a big ticket item like real estate?  We say, YES!
Isn't this true...In the retail world, we love to see things priced at $9.99.  Psychologically, it just feels better than $10.  It clearly makes a difference in our buying patterns because retailers continue to use this strategy.
Unfortunately, real estate agents have gotten into the habit of using this type of psychological when pricing  homes.  For example, you may see a home priced at $399,999 rather than $400,000.  But, we think this may be … (0 comments)

realtor: Smithtown Long Island Mortgage Update - 09/11/08 11:47 AM
Market Commentary
September 11, 2008
Mortgage interest rates remain relatively flat following a government report showing that new jobless claims remained consistent with economist's expectations.  The rapid decline of mortgages interest rates, as evidenced early in the week, has also lost steam as stocks recover from below the lowest close since 2005, easing demand for the safety of government debt.   Key reports on inflation, set to be released on Friday, will provide guidance to investors and will set the stage for the direction of mortgage interest rates going into the weekend. 
Click on the link below to take you to the … (0 comments)

realtor: Mortgage News - 09/09/08 10:14 AM
Need some good news for a change?  
 
We are happy to announce that interest rates have continued their decline following the weekend announcement by the US Treasury Department.  In fact, the 15 year fixed is near 5.5%. This presents all of us with a tremendous opportunity to get into contact with our buyers and let them know that rates have swung into their favor and now is the time to execute on a purchase. 
 
 Need to be pre-approved for a loan. Call us and we will scedule an appointment with our Coldwell Banker Home Loan Officer. Campbell Communications survey showed … (0 comments)

realtor: We Don'T Work "FOR" Coldwell Banker! - 09/06/08 05:29 PM
We were talking with a couple of other agents from our Smithtown Long  Island office about their frustration after having had worked with "customers", only to hear later that these "customers" purchased a home on their own or with another Coldwell agent  We all decided  that the general public just doesn't understand how a real estate agent makes a living.
Here at Coldwell Banker, we don't work FOR the broker.  We are affiliated with Coldwell Banker, but we are Independent Contractors.  If we as individual agents don't sell something, we don't get paid.  That is what many buyers don't seem to understand.  Someone told us that  they were working with a couple … (0 comments)

realtor: We don't work for Coldwell Banker! - 09/06/08 03:05 PM
We were talking with a couple of other agents from our Smithtown Long  Island office about their frustration after having had worked with "customers", only to hear later that these "customers" purchased a home on their own or with another Coldwell agent  We all decided  that the general public just doesn't understand how a real estate agent makes a living.
Here at Coldwell Banker, we don't work FOR the broker.  We are affiliated with Coldwell Banker, but we are Independent Contractors.  If we as individual agents don't sell something, we don't get paid.  That is what many buyers don't seem to understand.  Someone told us that  they were working with a couple … (0 comments)

realtor: KNOCK, KNOCK...GO AWAY! - 08/26/08 03:03 PM
KNOCK KNOCK...WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON A FSBO?  AT ONE OF OUR OFFICE DISCUSSIONS, WE GOT ON THE TOPIC OF WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON FSBOS AND EXPIRED LISTINGS.  IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE, EVEN BEFORE 9:00 A.M.  TO KNOCK ON SOMEONE'S DOOR BEFORE 9:00, DO YOU REALLY THINK THATS ACCEPTABLE?  TWO NEW TO THE BUSINESS AGENTS WORKING AS A TEAM SAID THEY CALLED ON THREE FSBOS BEFORE THEY CAME TO THE OFFICE MEETING. THEY SAID THEY STARTED AT 8:30 A.M. I ASKED WHAT THE  RESULTS WERE...ONE, THERE WAS NO ANSWER, THE OTHER TWO THE DOORS … (0 comments)

realtor: KNOCK, KNOCK...GO AWAY! - 08/26/08 03:01 PM
KNOCK KNOCK...WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON A FSBO?  AT ONE OF OUR OFFICE DISCUSSIONS, WE GOT ON THE TOPIC OF WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON FSBOS AND EXPIRED LISTINGS.  IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE, EVEN BEFORE 9:00 A.M.  TO KNOCK ON SOMEONE'S DOOR BEFORE 9:00, DO YOU REALLY THINK THATS ACCEPTABLE?  TWO NEW TO THE BUSINESS AGENTS WORKING AS A TEAM SAID THEY CALLED ON THREE FSBOS BEFORE THEY CAME TO THE OFFICE MEETING. THEY SAID THEY STARTED AT 8:30 A.M. I ASKED WHAT THE  RESULTS WERE...ONE, THERE WAS NO ANSWER, THE OTHER TWO THE DOORS … (4 comments)

realtor: LONG ISLAND REAL ESTATE IN HAUPPAUGE, LONG ISLAND, NY* - 08/20/08 08:13 AM
THIS HOME IS OFF THE MARKET, PLEASE CALL LARRY AND SHEILA AT 631-805-4400 FOR CURRENT HOMES FOR SALE ON THE NORTH SHORE OR SOUTH SHSORE OF LONG ISLAND.
LOW TAXES*ZONED HORSE PROPERTY*1.11 LEVEL ACRES*EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPING*GREAT FOR HORSE LOVERS/COLLECTORS/NATURE LOVERS/CONTRACTORS!
Location: Hauppauge, Long Island,New York
UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF ISLIP LONG ISLAND WITH HAUPPAUGE SCHOOLS. ZONED FOR 4 HORSES*COZY CIRCA HOME 1900 NEEDS UPDATING BUT HAS GREAT POSSIBILITIES*GREAT FOR HORSE LOVERS/COLLECTORS/NATURE LOVERS/LANDSCAPERS AND THE BUYER WHO NEEDS PROPERTY AND PRIVACY. TAXES ARE ONLY $5,186.31 w/Star! PLEASE CALL LARRY &  SHEILA 631-805-4400.  AND IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO … (0 comments)

realtor: LONG ISLAND NEW YORK REAL ESTATE FOR SALE*ZONED HORSE PROPERTY*HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK - 08/17/08 05:18 AM
IF YOU LOVE HORSES, NEED A PLACE FOR YOUR HORSES ON LONG ISLAND, AND IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PROPERTY THAT YOU CAN LIVE ON AND IS ZONED FOR 4 HORSES, THEN WE MAY HAVE THE RIGHT PLACE FOR YOU HERE ON LONG ISLAND, IN HAUPPAUGE (TOWN OF ISLIP).
ONLY $569,900 FOR 1.11 ACRES ZONED FOR 4 HORSES*HORSE LOVERS/COLLECTORS/NATURE LOVERS/LANDSCAPERS SHOULD SEE THIS PROPERTY HERE ON LONG ISLAND*LOW TAXES...$5,767.72 ARE THE TRUE TAXES, AND $5,186.31 ARE THE TAXES IF YOU HAVE STAR! LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF ISLIP IN  HAUPPAUGE (SUFFOLK COUNTY) LONG ISLAND,NY*UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY to own property in the Town of Islip … (0 comments)

realtor: NEW LISTING*LONG ISLAND REAL ESTATE ZONED HORSE PROPERTY FOR SALE - 08/17/08 05:16 AM
IF YOU LOVE HORSES, NEED A PLACE FOR YOUR HORSES ON LONG ISLAND, AND IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PROPERTY THAT YOU CAN LIVE ON AND IS ZONED FOR 4 HORSES, THEN WE MAY HAVE THE RIGHT PLACE FOR YOU HERE ON LONG ISLAND, IN HAUPPAUGE (TOWN OF ISLIP).
ONLY $569,900 FOR 1.11 ACRES ZONED FOR 4 HORSES*HORSE LOVERS/COLLECTORS/NATURE LOVERS/LANDSCAPERS SHOULD SEE THIS PROPERTY HERE ON LONG ISLAND*LOW TAXES...$5,767.72 ARE THE TRUE TAXES, AND $5,186.31 ARE THE TAXES IF YOU HAVE STAR! LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF ISLIP IN  HAUPPAUGE (SUFFOLK COUNTY) LONG ISLAND,NY*UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY to own property in the Town of Islip … (0 comments)

realtor: REAL ESTATE AGENT LONG ISLAND NEW YORK Nassau and Suffolk County - 08/16/08 07:37 AM
Long Island, New York  Nassau, Suffolk Counties
 
Long Island, named the 6th wealthiest area in the nation, is located just east of Manhattan on the southeastern tip of New York State. Extending 125 miles, Long Island is recognized for its many beautiful white sandy beaches, parks, cultural events, historical sites and museums. Visit our Long Island Links page for more area information.
Long Island schools are rated among the top in the nation. There are 56 School Districts in Nassau County and 71 in Suffolk County. Compare data on the school districts that serve the areas of your interest.
Long Island's … (0 comments)

realtor: Thoughts From An Open House Nesconset/Smithtown Long Island - 08/10/08 05:33 AM
We weren't scheduled to do an Open House today for our listing in Nesconset Long Island, but our homeowners asked if we could do one and we try to accommodate our clients here on Long Island. The first couple arrived as we were still putting out our signs, so that was a nice start to our day. They seemed to like the house very much and asked many questions and finally left (without an offer) when several other families started to arrive. Larry and Sheila separated with our own potential buyers and although we didn't get any offers, the comments were all positive. … (0 comments)

realtor: REAL ESTATE THOUGHTS OF A NESCONSET LONG ISLAND OPEN HOUSE - 07/31/08 02:45 AM
On Sunday Larry and Sheila hosted an Open House at 12 Chivalry Lane in Nesconset, Long Island. This beautiful home is for sale for only $462,500. 
For those of you that do not know where Nesconset is located, it is right next to the town of  Smithtown. Although this house is for sale in Nesconset, Long Island, it is within the famed Smithtown School District #1.We had scheduled this Open House in Nesconset to start at 1:00 p.m. however, the skies above opened up and we had to wait until things calmed down some. As we drove up the driveway to this house … (0 comments)

realtor: Feedback...Why aren't you calling? - 07/20/08 07:48 AM
So, you're lucky enough to have a listing or two, or three, and you're even luckier that it's priced right and it's even being shown by other agents. Great, right?  But, what happens when these "Agents" do show it, but don't bother to answer your request for feeback? Isn't it common practice that when you get an email or a phone message from the listing agent, that it would be nice if you would respond...you'd think huh...wrong. Recently, we were lucky enough to have 7 showings within 2 days of one of our listings. Our Brokerage automatically sends out feedback response … (11 comments)

realtor: Should I Home Stage? - 07/13/08 03:57 AM

Well, it's okay, not everyone has the ability or the desire for design, but don't you owe it yourself to use every advantage to make your home stand-out. Staging may help. Home Staging is the act and skill of making a home more attractive to the general public looking at your home. It focusus on improving a property to make it appeal to the largest number of potential buyers and making it more appealing.
Staging is increasingly viewed by some as a necessary step to take before selling a home, and many home sellers use the services of a professional home stager with expertise … (0 comments)

 
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