realty: Tips on How To Read Listings Better
- 10/18/08 07:18 AM
There's a good reason why real estate listings are often of full of odd abbreviations and acronyms. They're written this way with abbreviations to save space. Realtors can only use a certain amount of letters on multiple listing service to feature their listings and we want to make sure we include all the "main features" in the ad. So below is our guide to help you to decode the slang: Agp=Above ground pool AC or A/C= air conditioning appls=appliances ba= bathroom br=bedroom brk=brick 4/3= four bedrooms, three bathrooms CAC and CVac= central air conditioning and central vacuum cath ceil=cathedral ceiling c-d-s= cul-de-sac c-fan=ceiling fan … (0 comments)
realty: So You Ask, What Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid For?
- 10/05/08 01:39 AM
Yes it's true, consumers today have much more access to information that once was only seen by the real estate agent community. There are webistes out there with nearly all the properties for sale in a given location. These sites have a lot of information, including photos, neighborhood & school details. Well, that's great. But, what does all this information mean? That is where today's real estate agent is still needed and important. While our role today is very different from the past, our value as a Realtor can be as important as ever. As an agent, if your only value is your real estate license, a lockbox key/code and your car (chauffeur), then your … (0 comments)
realty: Hey Media, Stop Whining and Let's Get "Moving" Again!
- 09/25/08 09:32 AM
Does this sound familiar? "Home sales are continuing to decline..." "Is the real estate market hitting a recession? Find out tonight at 11!" Those are just a few of the headlines that have been thrown around by the media lately. In a time where people are very much influenced by what's in the news, it seems a somewhat irresponsible for the media to be feeding the housing situation with such gloomy headlines. That's right, when it comes right down to it, sales people are a driving force of our economy. An analogy may help in this case: say suddenly, all over the country, sales … (1 comments)
realty: Long Island Home Sellers, Get Your Garden Ready For the Next Season
- 09/21/08 09:27 AM
If you are thinking about putting your home on the market in the next few weeks, make some time to change your annuals or perennials that are fading in your garden in the cooler fall months.Pansies and mums are the best bet for fall color. Trim back, clean up flower beds and put some mulch down for a fresh look. Photographs of homes listed during the cooler months have a tendency to look a little blah. Adding colorful flowers, and making sure that your yard is clear of leaves will make the photos look more appealing.Buyers are looking on the internet for … (0 comments)
realty: HERE'S SOME ADVICE BEFORE PURCHASING A HOME
- 09/15/08 01:05 AM
Here's some advice of things that are needed to be done if you are going to get yourself ready to buy a house in the next 12 months instead of the next 2 weeks. Today is really a great time since rates are low and some of the loan programs will be discontinued by Oct 1 2008. Like the seller assisted down payment program. The new lending rules for interest rates will be set from your credit score after Oct. 1, 2008, so the following is some suggestions of what to do to bring your score up in this next year. Find a Realtor and discuss with them the items listed … (1 comments)
realty: Smithtown Long Island Mortgage Update
- 09/11/08 04:47 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 market news of … (0 comments)
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.
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realty: KNOCK, KNOCK...GO AWAY!
- 08/26/08 08:03 AM
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)
realty: KNOCK, KNOCK...GO AWAY!
- 08/26/08 08:01 AM
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)
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 & … (0 comments)
realty: Thoughts From An Open House Nesconset/Smithtown Long Island
- 08/09/08 10:33 PM
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)
realty: THIS SOUNDS INTERESTING
- 08/01/08 12:59 PM
Over the years we have used sites to get discount codes for items. Sites like slickdeals offer great coupon codes and alerts for items on sale. This got us thinking into how these members find the items before others. Apparently many of the members are just crazy about discounts and post them as they get circulars. Others seem to get friends and family codes from someone on the inside. After researching we recently uncovered a way for regular folks to get a free Sidekick with activation on T-Mobile. All that you have to do is identify yourself as a jetblue employee, which has friends and family program. … (0 comments)
realty: REAL ESTATE THOUGHTS OF A NESCONSET LONG ISLAND OPEN HOUSE
- 07/30/08 07:45 PM
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)
realty: Smithtown Real Estate - Houses for sale in Smithtown Long Island
- 06/16/08 01:36 AM
Each year, the Smithtown Recreation Department hosts a free Concert Series at Hoyt Farm Park on New Highway in Commack. This year, seven concerts will be presented during July and August, appealing to a wide range of musical tastes. Additionally, we will hold two Friday night Kids Concerts especially for children in the elementary grades. One of the highlights of the Summer will be the August 1st viewing of the block buster hit, BEE MOVIE on the big screen. As always the events will be free of charge! In case of light rain every effort will be made to move the … (1 comments)
realty: Homes for Sale in Smithtown Long Island - Real Estate in Smithtown
- 06/10/08 01:59 PM
THIS PROPERTY IS NO LONGER ON THE MARKET. PLEASE CALL Larry & Sheila Realtors for current homes that are listed in Nassau and Suffolk County Long Island at 631-805-4400 (c) BRAND NEW listing in Smithtown. Real Estate does not come around often in this area of Smithtown. This beautiful 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom first floor unit is located in an impeccably maintained community of SHERBROOKE. Features include: Neutral Decor, Wall to Wall Carpeting, Large Bedroom with 2 sliding Mirrored Closets, Unique Desk/Office Alcove, Modern Kitchen with Gas Cooking, Lots of Closests with New Raised Panel Doors, Freshly Painted Batroom, 2 Air Conditioning Units, Front … (7 comments)
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