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2010 

  "The fourth quarter saw the most sales in two yearsas purchaser took advantage of the federal tax creditprogram, increased affordability and low mortgage rates." There were 5,935 sales in the 4th quarter, 34.1% MORE than the4,427 sales in the same period a year ago and 5.9% than the 5,603 sales...
01/28/2010
By ALAN ZIBEL, AP Real Estate Writer Alan Zibel, Ap Real Estate Writer WASHINGTON – New home sales unexpectedly fell 7.6 percent last month, capping the industry's weakest year on record. The Commerce Department said December sales fell to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 342,000 from an upw...
01/27/2010
After posting info on 10 Ways to Put Off Homebuyers, it was brought to my attention that SOME popcorn ceilings may contain asbestos! After 18 years in the business, I had never heard that before.  I bet some of you may not have either.  Here are some useful links for more information on how to d...
01/26/2010
      42 Suffolk Ave, Patchogue, NY, 11772 $270,000 Single Family For Sale 4 Bed , 2 Full Bath       ‹ › › Request More Info › Printable Details F...
01/26/2010
    42 Suffolk Ave, Patchogue, NY, 11772 $270,000  Price Reduced! Single Family For Sale 4 Bed , 2 Full Bath   › Request More Info › Printable Details Flyer › Printable Photos Flyer › View Slideshow › Email to a friend › Save Listing › Mortgage Calculator › Schedule Appointment › School Info Deta...
01/26/2010
  10 ways to turn off a homebuyer By Jay MacDonald • Bankrate.com Highlights Experts identify 10 seller mistakes that turn off buyers. Dirt, odors, too many personal items make the list.   Small fixes can make a big difference in marketing a home.  What a difference a couple of years makes. Back ...
01/26/2010
Bellport Ave Bellport,  NY  11713     This property was recently listed and released by 2 different real estate companies (not mine).  We had several prospective tenants call us regarding this property.  They said that they saw an ad on Craig's List and it told them to send money to someone in E...
01/25/2010
    2906 Acorn Ave, Medford, NY, 11763 $229,900 Single Family For Sale 3 Bed , 1 Full Bath , 1 Half Bath           ‹ › < › Request More Info › Printable Details Flyer › Printable Photos Flyer › View Slideshow › Email to a friend › Save Listing › Mortgage Calculator › Schedule Appointment › School...
01/22/2010
    28 Edwin Ave, Patchogue, NY, 11772 $265,000 Single Family For Sale 3 Bed , 1 Full Bath       Details ID#: 2206461   Style: Ranch # of Families: 1 Year Built: 1965 Taxes: $7,519 Status:Active Address: 28 Edwin , Patchogue, NY, Suffolk, 11772 Description Taxes With Basic Star $6,553.75 Den With...
01/22/2010
WHAT HAPPENS NOW?The Federal Government has gotten very involved in spurring onhome sales.  It extended and expanded the home buyer tax credit.First time buyers (defined as anyone who has not owned a homefor at least 3 years) can qualify for an $8,000 credit if they are in contract to purchase a ...
01/21/2010
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