Do you try to be all things to all people? Focus and succeed!!!! - 04/30/08 06:21 AM
Focus on what you enjoy and do it well. I say this to my son is graduating in June and thinking about what he wants to be. I say it to my broker when he encourages me to do things that don't "work" for me. There is not only ONE WAY to go in real estate sales or any business. If you hate to cold call it will show through the call and the people who you are trying to reach will know you are nervous or unhappy and hear that uncertainty. They will not want to work with you if … (17 comments)
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Renters in the NYC Area Read This! - 04/29/08 06:59 AM
Do you currently rent an apartment or house in New York or the Metro NYC area?
Do you ever want to buy a house of your own?
If you do, then you owe it to yourself to consider Orange County NY as an
affordable alternative to high prices where you are.
Why not come out to the free first time home buyer fair,
Catch the Dream Orange County
to be held at the SUNY Orange Campus in Middletown NY on
Sunday May 4th between 10 AM and 4 PM.
There will be … (0 comments)
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Do you want to buy a house? - 04/29/08 05:41 AM
Do you currently rent an apartment or house in Orange County NY?
Do you ever want to buy a house of your own?
If you do, then you owe it to yourself to come out to the free first time home buyer fair,
Catch the Dream Orange County
to be held at the SUNY Orange Campus in Middletown NY on
Sunday May 4th between 10 AM and 4 PM.
There will be instructional information sessions on the basics of homebuying in English and Spanish, being credit smart, purchasing an owner … (4 comments)
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Do you take time for the important things? - 04/28/08 06:45 AM
Good Monday Morning.
I am back from vacation and need to get moving. I have to do my morning excercise and organize for the first day back to work. I am in the middle of "Mount Laundry" and unpacking from the trip. I need to get my broker and myself prepared for the sessions we are presenting next Sunday at "Catch The Dream Orange County", the county wide first time home buyer fair I have been working on for months now. I need to follow up on two deals that should be closing this week. Was vacation worth all … (14 comments)
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Welcome Home From Iraq Again And Thank You To You and Your Family - 04/27/08 08:34 AM
My cousin's husband, Capt. Marvin Jackson,
arrived home last night from his forth tour in Iraq.
HU-RAH.
This Marine made it home to his family in North Carolina and
all of them will be moving to Delaware shortly.
That puts them closer to her family who are mostly in NJ.
He will be stationed in Philadelphia and able to come home every night.
I would like to publicly thank him for sacrificing so much for our safety.
No matter the politics of the matter, we should all be … (7 comments)
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Dan Pizappi's Art Showcase At Pine Bush High School - 04/20/08 06:26 AM
SENIOR ART SHOWCASE DAN PIZAPPI - PINE BUSH HIGH SCHOOL
This showcase is located in the main lobby of Pine Bush High School.
Dan is my 18 year old son and is not only is a musician but an artist and a writer.
Sorry about the glare from the glass.
Pine Bush High School offers a wide variety of programs for students of varied interests and talents.
If you are looking for a new place to live, consider our little corner of the world.
I'm Paddy Pizappi - Work with Me and You'll be Happy!
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Disney World With Teenagers - What To Do???? - 04/19/08 06:14 AM
We are off to Disney World on Monday. Yeah!!!!!
My daughters Nicole (15) and Victoria (13) are dancing in the Magic Kingdom on Tuesday night and then we have the rest of the week to play. My 18 year old son, Dan, will also be with us. Does anyone have any suggestions for families with teenagers at Disney World? Any can't miss attractions? Good places to eat? I have not been to Disney World in 10 years and when I went before it was with young children. I don't think that they will be interested in the same things that … (4 comments)
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First Time Homebuyer Alternative To The Fixer Upper Handyman Special - 04/18/08 06:48 AM
There has been a lot of activity on my blog recently from first time home buyers looking for a fixer upper. I think that what many of them are looking for is really a less expensive way to achieve homeownership. One alternative to buying a house that needs major work is to buy a two family home and live in one apartment while you rent the other. Many potential buyers are surprised that most of the rental income can be counted towards qualifying for a mortgage amount higher than you could get based on your income alone. This can allow you to look for … (6 comments)
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High School Senior Art Showcase At Pine Bush Central School District - 04/17/08 06:42 AM
Senior Art Showcase at
Pine Bush High School
Last night was the opening of the Senior Art Showcase at Pine Bush High School. I just wanted to congratulate all of our talented youth on their work that will be on display in the halls of the high school all month. There were works in many media including photography, sculpture, watercolor, pastels, oils, acrylics, and mixed media. What a talented group! I also applaud the great teachers who help them realize their potential. Pine Bush High School offers a wide variety of programs for students with varied interests. They have … (2 comments)
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The Key To Getting The House You Want - 04/16/08 06:24 AM
One of most stressful times in the house hunting process is when you are preparing your offer for a property. I have gone through many negotiations and try to help my buyer clients to prepare the best offer that they can give. While we all want to feel we have gotten a bargain the truth of the matter is no one is going to give away their property. The sellers had at least one, if not more, real estate professionals helping them to price the house to sell. While some sellers are still listing their houses above market value, … (4 comments)
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Spring Comes to The Greater Hudson Valley NY - 04/15/08 05:35 AM
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Find Your Perfect Style And A "Partner" To Compliment It - 04/14/08 05:51 AM
Good Morning. As I write this I am getting ready for the week before a much needed vacation. Yeah!!!!! My family and I are heading to Florida to visit Mickey on the 21st. The week before going away is always a bit more stressful than a normal week but the reward is right around the corner so it makes it worth the extra effort. I need to make sure all my contracted deals are moving forward and fill in my main back up, Susan Taylor, who is a team member at my brokerage. Susan and I have a great arrangement to back each … (2 comments)
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Home Buyer - Who's Got Your Back? - 04/13/08 09:52 AM
So you have decided to buy a house. It will be one of the most expensive purchases you are likely to make and not something that you will do often unless you become a real estate investor. Doesn't it make sense to make to find an expert who can help you through the process? Would you trust that your best interests are being looked after if you used the attorney hired by a person who was suing you? No, you would want an expert on your side. My suggestion is to start your home search with an agent search. A good buyer's … (3 comments)
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On Stage at the Pine Bush High School Battle of the Bands Pine Bush NY - 04/12/08 08:57 AM
From a proud Mom - Love you DanLast night marked the last high school Battle of the Bands for my son Dan Pizappi who will graduate in June.He is a talented guitar player/songwriter who hopes to pursue a career in Studio ProductionTake some time to hear some of his music clicking on the link to his my space page below.Congratulations to all the performers from last night.You all played from the heart.Dan and The Dudes on stage at the Pine Bush High School Battle of the BandsHear some of Dan Pizappi's Original Songs and Covers … (2 comments)
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Have Some Fun With Me While Looking For Your New Property - 04/11/08 09:16 AM
It is so nice when we are recognized for our service. Here is a recent thank you received from one of my Buyer Clients in the Greater Hudson Valley. In Joe's case we started looking at houses in a remote secluded location and ended up in a totally different location that provided him with the peace and solitude he sought while keeping him close to the action in the revitalized Newburgh area.
"I was very pleased with the exceptional service Paddy provided. This was my first home and I had particular qualities in a house that I was looking for. … (5 comments)
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Pine Bush NY to Rock Out at the Battle of the Bands - 04/11/08 05:41 AM
PINE BUSH HIGH SCHOOL BATTLE OF THE BANDS TONIGHT!!!
April 11, 2008
The high school will be rocking tonight with the "Battle of the Bands"
Show starts at 7:00 PM
Come out to support your favorite bands
in their quest to be judged the best in the school.
Good Luck to All the Bands who will be Rocking Out Tonight.
Pine Bush School District has a wide variety of programs and opportunities for students with many interests.
If you are looking for a place for your kids to grow up this might be the spot. … (1 comments)
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First Time Home Buyer Beware Of Helpful Hints - 04/09/08 06:52 AM
A first time home buyer gets a lot of information and advice handed to them as soon as they announce that they are ready to start looking for a house. They have parents, other relatives, friends, coworkers, and even people they don't know providing "helpful hints" and "war stories" of house buying problems. These people all mean well but they can add extra stress and create problems for the hopeful buyers.
When you start looking for a home you normally search the Internet for houses in your price range in the area you would like to move to. While it … (3 comments)
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Congratulations on the Pine Bush High School Opening Night of "Beauty and the Beast" - 04/05/08 05:27 AM
WOO HOO
Just a quick post to congratulate the cast, orchestra, and crew of the Pine Bush High School production of "Beauty and the Beast" on their triumphant opening night performance. It was incredible guys. From set design and production to music, acting, dancing, and singing you rocked this one!
If you are planning to attend either the 2 PM or 8 PM performance today, Saturday April 5 and don't have tickets yet, please get to the Pine Bush High School early as last night was a sell out and today will surely be a repeat.
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Save the Date Orange County NY Renters and Home Buyers - 04/04/08 09:40 AM
Catch the Dream Banner
If you are planning to buy a home anywhere in the Greater Hudson Valley
you owe it to yourself to attend "Catch The Dream Orange County".
The event will be Sunday May 4th from 10 AM to 4 PM and will be at the SUNY Orange Campus in Middletown NY.
This is a FREE educational event which will include sessions on home buying topics including;
Home Buyer 101
Credit Smart
Agency Explained- What is a Seller's Agent, a Buyer's Agent, and a Dual Agent
Owner Occupied 2 - 4 Family Home as a … (1 comments)
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Invitation To The Real Estate Professionals In Orange County NY - 04/04/08 07:07 AM
April 7th is the last day to be included in the event journal if you plan to register for a booth at the 2008 "Catch The Dream Orange County Home Buyer Fair"
The event is looking for vendors who offer real estate related services.
Real Estate Brokers, Mortgage Lenders, Home Inspectors, Oil Tank Testing, Etc.
One booth per company or brokerage is allowed so independent contractors within brokerages should
join together to share the work and contacts gained from the event. The vendors who participated in last year's first annual "Catch The Dream Orange … (0 comments)
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You Want To Buy What??? - 04/02/08 04:23 PM
Does it makes sense? One of the responsibilities of a buyer's agent through the fiduciary relationship is to be looking out for the buyer's best interest. Often buyers will come to me asking about properties that may not be the best choice for them. Whether it is a house that is priced higher than it should be, or worse, a house that will not be affordable in the end due to the buyer's lifestyle or future income potential. It could be an investment property that will not make enough to support itself let alone make the investor money. It might be … (5 comments)
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Spend Some Time Getting Used To The Water Before You Jump In To Your Home Search - 04/02/08 05:39 AM
Spend some time in the shallow water and just get used to it. That is the first move towards learning to swim.
Your first move in moving towards buying a home should be looking at your financial condition.
You should make a list of your total income, current savings, and debts.
Many buyers find it helpful to keep a spending diary for a few months prior to begining the actual mortgage and house search.
This helps them to learn how much they are spending on regular day to day expenses.
It not only gives a picture of what … (4 comments)
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My Life Just Flashed Before My Eyes and Everything Went Blank - 04/01/08 01:26 PM
My heart almost stopped, the world almost stopped spinning, I could not believe my eyes. As I watched my entire calendar on Palm desktop cleared of any dates. No appointments for real estate, no classes, no kid related activities, no birthday reminders, no vacations, nothing, nada, zip. OMG and I had not backed up my hand held since last week. Would this problem clear the hand held which while not completely up to date at least had the shell of my schedule intact? Did I have to re-enter everything? How would I recover all those dates?
I could not believe how … (5 comments)
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