How Can I Help You Buy or Sell a Home on Staten Island, NY? - 04/30/09 01:05 PM
How Can I Help You Buy or Sell a Home on Staten Island,NY?
FOR SELLERS As a Realtor Since 1992, I can help you set a realistic competitive price, figure out approximate net proceeds, and handle almost all aspects of conducting the sale itself - from phone inquiries and appointments to open houses, showings and negotiations. FOR BUYERSI have access to the most up-to-date property listing information - the best resource for finding the right home. I will help you determine what you can afford, and assist you in finding ways to finance.
As a Realtor I can offer significant advantages … (0 comments)

Wordless Wednesday-Spring Flowers on Staten Island - 04/29/09 08:26 AM

 
Staten Island Mall in bloom - Spring Time in New Springville
Appleseed Realty GMAC real estate
Connie Pepenella 718-226-7100
pepenellare@aol.com
http://www.pepenella.com
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The Value of a Realtor - 04/20/09 01:26 PM
For Buyers - Realtors have access to the most up-to-date property listing information - making them your best resource for finding the right home. Realtors can help you determine what you can afford, and assist you in finding ways to finance & purchase.
For Sellers - Realtors can help  you set a realistic competitive price, figure out approximate net proceeds, and handle almost all aspects of conducting the sale itself - from phone inquiries and appointments open houses & showings.
What is the home buyer tax credit?  The home buyer tax credit provides an $8000. tax credit to first time home … (2 comments)

Real Estate Remains a Strong Investment in the Empire State - 04/13/09 01:39 PM
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New York is home to four of the top 25 strongest housing markets in the country. Mortgage rates are currently at their lowest point in over 50 years. Statewide median sales prices remain stable. Current market conditions are ideal for qualified buyers. Home ownership remains good long-term investment and has in fact, been ranked the best performing investment over the past 40 years. Sellers ( especially those who have been in their homes longer) are still benefiting from price appreciation. New incentives and tax credits are available to help new buyers. REALTORS are valued partner in helping … (0 comments)

Real Estate Brokers Confession - 04/06/09 07:59 PM
I can remember when I was taking out a buyer to look for a townhouse on Staten Island's South Shore.  It was a Saturday, and I lined up 5 houses in her price range. One stand out house was a 3 bedroom in Eltingville, great location and easy access to public transportation, good size home.  The advertisement for this particular unit read, "condition excellent." We arrived at the property and went in. The garage was stacked floor to ceiling with worn boxes and items tossed atop- not ready for the sellers anticipated move. Every inch of living room furniture was dumped on by clothes and more stuff. … (5 comments)