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2011 

The number of Americans who bought previously occupied homes rose last month. But the National Association of Realtors says it overstated about 3.5 million sales during and after the Great Recession, showing the housing market remains much weaker than previously thought.   The private trade group...
12/29/2011
What is a short sale and who benefits from a short sale? Short sales used to be an infrequent type of real estate transaction, but with current economic conditions, more and more homeowners are opting for this type of sale. A short sale occurs when a homeowner sells their home for less than what ...
12/27/2011
                                          With Chirstmas almost here, taxes are probably not first and foremost in your mind right now, but there are some smart moves you can make between now and the time the big ball drops in Times Square that will make a real difference with it comes time to de...
12/23/2011
                                                   From peak levels five years ago, home prices are down more than 30 percent, combined sales of new and existing homes are nearly 40 percent lower, and new home construction has plunged more than 70 percent. However, several factors are falling int...
12/19/2011
Here are some basic things you must have to get your home remodeling or new home building project ready for competitive bidding so you can be sure you're getting the best price possible. 1) Complete, detailed plans Your local building department doesn't require much to issue a building permit. Al...
12/09/2011
                                              You've been watching the Long Island NY real estate market for some time, and have decided you want to start thinking about buying your own home. Now what? The first step is to get pre-qualified for a mortgage to give you an estimate of how much you c...
12/06/2011
What is a Closing? - When you have found the home of your dreams, or sold your home, you as the buyer or seller will have to appear at a meeting in which all of the final legal details will be handled, this is known as the closing. Who goes to the Closing & where does it take place? - Others in a...
12/02/2011