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A client bought a fabulous home in a great neighborhood, and the broker was so happy he decided to send flowers to mark the occasion. Unfortunately, the florist mixed up the delivery addresses. A large wreath arrived at the client's new home with the message: "Rest in Peace." Furious at the mix-u...
11/08/2010
If you thought Realtors were having a hard time of the current market conditions you are correct, however most owners of property that are now receiving their new tax assessments in the mail are having an even tougher time, especially those hoping to sell in the near future and move on with their...
11/04/2010
I am a CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) and work closly with Richard Rubin of Rubin & Licatesi P.C. of Garden City, New York. I sat down with Rick recently and discussed the foreclosure market and the things that home owners can and can't do in the current crisis. Here's Rick's take on...
11/03/2010
Nestled against the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and situated between the Hudson River and New Jersey, Rockland County is just minutes away from the bustling city-life of downtown Manhattan. With a diverse population of approximately 300,000 residents spread across 176 square miles, Rockland...
11/03/2010
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The Nyacks - South, Central, Upper and Grandview are a collection of rivertown villages nestled along the Hudson within 1/2 hour of Manhattan. Offering all types of housing from many rentals to luxury mansions and estates, there's something for everyone.
11/03/2010
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If you've ever dreamed of living near water, Piermont is a wonderful place to be. Located on the Hudson just south of the Tappan Zee bridge, picturesque Piermont is close to NYC (15 miles), yet situated in a lushly wooded, natural setting. Although chain stores and strip malls don't exist in P...
11/03/2010
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There has been some talk in the last year that FHA loans are dead or are dying. FALSE - There were some issues with the FHA Insurance Fund about a year ago, that it was being depleted. Hence why FHA raised the mortgage insurance about 4 months ago. But this should not scare anyone regarding FHA m...
11/03/2010
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Real Estate Agents, Appraisers, and Loan Originators should supply owners and borrowers (and their Listing Agents) with a "flash card" to phone interview ANY Appraiser contacting them for access PRIOR to setting an appointment to help determine the competency level of the appraiser.Here's my list...
11/03/2010
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In today's ever changing real estate market, it is imperative that a real estate listing agent and his/her seller continuously re-evaluate the current market value of a home in a particular neighborhood. I recently had a listing in Piermont that required a price reduction due to two other homes s...
11/03/2010
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While many foreign investors in New York real estate make all-cash purchases, brokers and salespeople should be aware of the unique issues that face foreign buyers who want to obtain mortgages. Many financial institutions do not make mortgage loans to foreign individuals or their offshore corpora...
11/03/2010
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Vanessa Saunders MBA, MIMC, CIPS, is based in Piermont, NY. 12 miles north of Manhattan, on the Hudson River.
Broker owner of GPS real estate (Global Property Systems Real ) the company's team of local agents covers the Lower and Mid-Hudson Hudson Valley market area, including Manhattan, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan and Dutchess counties of New York.
As a Certified International Property Specialist and Member of FIBCI (The International Real Estate Federation) Vanessa specializes in marketing her team's listings globally. She is successful in attracting investors, relocation executives and buyers, in all price ranges, not just from local markets, but global markets.
The GPS team of full time professional multilingual Realtors are adept in assisting buyers find the ideal property and negotiating successful transactions and investments.
GPS real estate is a full service brokerage providing full relocation and EB-5 and E-2 visa assistance or simply moving you across town.
You can reach Vanessa at (845) 848 2218.
Members of the National Association of Realtors
New York State Association of Realtors
Hudson Gateway MLS
Manhattan MLS
NYS MLS
FIABCI