Parting is such sweet sorrow. Update March 2015. Yesterday I said good-bye and thank you for your trust and business to my wonderful clients.  We went from strangers to more then just client/broker relationship in such a short time.  House closed. Happy sellers, happy buyers and two happy Real Estate Agents. My clients had their unit "On the market" before and were disappointed with the results.  After it expired three years ago I began sending them my Staten Island Real Estate Newsletter.  While that didn't get me to know them, it helped them to know me and what I do. I got the call for an appointment to come and look at the house and meet the owners last September.  Two things that I do really hit home with them.  They felt strongly that pictures were very important in the marketing p... 01/15/2015

Coming Soon - Staten Island's Nicholas Avenue Estates! An exciting new Community has come to Port Richmond in Staten Island! The Grand Opening of Nicholas Avenue Estates on January 17th signals a fantastic home buying opportunity for the public.  Brand new two-family detached homes start at $449,900 with Two Grants available up to $65,000 for qualified buyers! Why rent when you can own? These homes for sale are a must-see for buyers seeking a top-quality home in an ideal location for transportation, shopping and recreation. The attached rental apartment - with its own entrance - income makes Nicholas Avenue Estates a unique opportunity for home ownership! Each Nicholas Avenue Estates home is a three bedroom master home with a one bedroom apartment (with separate entrance), with a total ... 01/12/2015

    Apartments for rent in Staten Island, NY If you are thinking of making a move to Staten Island, NY please preview some of the apartments available for rent.  If you have an interest in any of them, please be sure to give me a call.   Two Room Studio for Rent in Tottenville Three Bedroom High Ranch for Rent in Great Kills Three Bedroom Detached Home for Rent in Huguenot These are just a few of the available apartments in Staten Island, NY. Staten Island is home to great cultural attractions, beaches, theatres, zoo, nightlife, and more than 170 parks.  College of Staten Island, St Johns University, Wagner College and Empire State are some colleges in Staten Island.  Here you can view some of the homes for sale in Staten Island   Call Rosemarie Rivicci Licensed Real Estate Salesperson ... 01/09/2015

Verrazano Narrows Bridge At 50 Years of Age. November 21, 1964, the first day the bridge was opened, the fair was $0.50 each way, making the round trip $1.00.  Today the toll is $15.00 one way, if you don't have EZ Pass, but free the other way, to Brooklyn. No, we don't like the toll, but you must agree, it is pretty.  The photo below is on my website, available for purchase, just click on the link or picture.  It was taken this summer, it's a four exposure fireworks burst combined into one photograph. a href='http://fineartamerica.com/featured/verrazano-narrows-bridge-at-50-years-old-kenneth-cole.html' size='20'>   11/20/2014

Selling your House From A-Z   First question is, "Where do I start?" One place is to call the Agent who sold it to you.  Can't find him or her?  OK then, drive around the neighborhood and look at the signs posted on the units that are for sale.  Pick out three or four agents who have the signs and call them.  Let them know that you are in the "Discovery" phase in selling.  You want to interview them to seek their advice.  Make appointments on different days, not all on the same day.  Give yourself about 60-90 minutes for each interview.  Ask each agent the same questions.  Take notes. Sample questions might be: 1-What do I need to do to sell my house with the least cost and effort to me? 2-How will you market my home? 3-Can I see some of your marketing material? 4-Will you be here each ... 11/14/2014

479 Leverett Ave, Staten Island, New York Located in the Great Kills area of Staten Island's South Shore, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit has off street parking for two cars, is almost maintenance free, has beautiful hardwood flooring, ceramic tile, granite counter-tops and back-splash, high hat lighting, crown molding, stainless steel appliances, central air, cable ready, and more.  For most folks with 20% down, it can be CHEAPER than renting.  That's right, CHEAPER than paying rent.  Let's take a look at the numbers. List price is only $409,000 20% down payment is $81,800 Balance to mortgage  $327,200 Mortgage at today's rates, 30 year conventional 4.125% Monthly payments, principle and interest  $1,585.77 Taxes about $4,000 a year.                      $333.33 Insurance about $800 a year... 11/03/2014

  Come and see this beautifully maintained three bedroom raised ranch in Eltingville! New eat in kitchen with stainless, granite, vaulted ceiling with two remote skylights, garden window, cherrywood cabinets and so much more!! “L” shaped dining room and living room with two large windows, custom decorated and gleaming hardwood floors. Sleep under the stars in your master bedroom with large skylight equipped remote shade. Half bath for your convenience, and entrance to your serene backyard retreat with covered deck. All bedroom closets have mirrored doors. Interior doors have been upgraded to six panel doors with updated hardware. Finished basement with two large rooms, one being used as guest bedroom. Beautiful custom built in for all your storage needs. Garage, laundry, utility room, ... 10/08/2014

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Peek-A-Boo Listing In my area, 28% of sales come from our yard signs, so that's an important part of what we do in marketing our listings.  Recently, I came across a "Peek-A-Boo" sign.  Almost didn't see it.                                                     Can you see the sign?  I guess this is a secret listing. If you follow any of my posts, you already know how I dislike some pictures of the properties that some people post to "show" the unit, you know, underexposed, blurry, not level like the house or room is tilted.  So now I've added For Sale yard signs that prospects can't see.  It's almost like buyers have to trip over the sign to see it.  Funny for some to look at but not funny for the seller who wants to get his unit SOLD. Edited, folks, the sign is behind the tree, look for... 09/30/2014

House for Sale Staten Island South Shore If you live in Brooklyn and are looking for affordable housing, Staten Island may fill the bill. We have X Bus service to and from Manhattan, only steps away from my new Listing, 479 Leverett Ave. This is in the Great Kills section of the South Shore, not near the water.  Please google the address and you can see where it is, also get driving directions. There are two X Bus routes close to this property,  For X Bus schedule to and from Manhattan for Leverett Ave and Armstrong Ave, click here: http://www.rideschedules.com/schedule.html?schedule=17003, the MTA has this site information as  going to Midtown Central Park South via West Street and 6th Avenue.  The 8X Bus, going to lower Manhattan.  These buses only run during peak hours and only on we... 09/28/2014

Just Listed Great Kills Staten Island Semi Attached Unit. Priced at $429,000, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit is in "Move in condition" See my High Definition photos on my audio/video post on Youtube, click here;  479 Leverett Ave. Great Kills, S.I.N.Y. 10308 Please call me for a personal tour, just call me direct at 917-696-0275.  Don't wait, not many units like this on the market today.  Attention Brooklyn buyers, this unit has off street parking for two (2) cars. 09/18/2014

Practice makes better Whoever said "Practice makes perfect"?  I believe there is always room for improvement. Example, night photography.  Last night I was at the St. George Ferry area (Staten Island) taking pictures of the "Tribute In Light".  I took 80 exposures, with different settings, below is my favorite. If you would like to download the file for your desktop, I'll gladly email you the file.  If however you would like to make a print, please visit my Photography website, link below. 09/11/2014

                                                               LISTED $289,900 Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 2 bath Townhouse with Family Room and Garage. Home located in a Cul-De-Sac with plenty of parking. Home is in Excellent Condition! Low Maintenance Fees Include: 140 a month Olympic size pool, Playgrounds, walking trails, club house, tennis courts, snow removal, outside maint. Walking distance to shopping and transportation. Taxes: 2,399  House size 1,354  - Home sits on a quiet street with parking. Call Valerie Bartolone Direct 917-733-5240 Neuhaus Realty, Inc - NYS Lic Real Estate Salesperson   09/04/2014

                                                 Great 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Semi in Annadale!                                 This home is ready to Sell! Looking for a 3 bedroom 2 bath Semi here it is!                                                                  REDUCED! $389,000 Home features newer kitchen with corian counter tops, stainless steel appliances with sliders to deck and yard. Home has all hardwood flooring. Newer Full bath with jacuzzi tub and fully tiled. Newer 1/2 bath on first floor. Homes has most newer windows. 3 Fredricks a/c units. Full Basement with High Ceilings and ceramic tile flooring. Large yard with Deck.   Taxes $3,459 home is 14 x 39 Property 24 x 100 For appointment: Valerie Bartolone - 917-733-5240 Neuhaus Realty, Inc - NYS Lic Real Estate Salesperson Cl... 09/04/2014

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                listed at $289,900 BEAUTIFUL 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE WITH GARAGE LOCATED IN CUL-DE-SAC WITH PLENTY OF PARKING IN AN ALL IN ONE COMMUNITY. HOME IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH PERGO FLOORING THRU-OUT, CUSTOM BREAKFAST NOOK, S.S. APPLIANCES, NEWER ATTIC STEPS AND NEW OAK STEPS AND RAILINGS. SUBWAY TILE IN BATHROOM - BODY SPRAY "RAIN SHOWER". CUSTOM CLOSET ORGANIZERS IN WALK-IN CLOSETS. LOCATED NEAR TRANSPORTATION AND SHOPPING! Listed By Valerie Bartolone, Neuhaus Realty, Inc. nys lic RE Salesperson - Direct 917-733-5240Click Here to search for homes: www.valeriebartolone.listingbook.com   07/23/2014

TODT HILL STATEN ISLAND REAL ESTATE FOR SALE   Todt Hill Staten Island is among the most prestigious areas for real estate on Staten Island and among the most desirable communities in all of New York.  In fact it's geography, coincidentally (if you believe in coincedences) perches it at the highest elevation on the entire Eastern Seaboard - reaching from Florida to Cape Cod.  Todt Hill benefits from being part of Staten Island's Greenbelt, a protected area that makes Todt Hill real estate even more exclusive.     Todt Hill Staten Island Real Estate   The name Todt Hill comes from the Dutch who settled Staten Island.  Some of Todt Hill's most famous real estate is the home that was featured in The Godfather.  Lots of famous people as well as titans of industry have gravitated to real est... 07/22/2014

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Apartments for rent in Staten Island, NY If you are thinking of making a move to Staten Island, NY please preview some of the apartments available for rental.  If you have an interest in any of them, please be sure to give me a call.   Eltingville Apartment Princes Bay Apartment Tottenville Apartment House for rent in Arden Heights  These are just a few of the available apartments in Staten Island, NY. Staten Island is home to great cultural attractions, beaches, theatres, zoo, nightlife, and more than 170 parks.  College of Staten Island, St Johns University, Wagner College and Empire State are some colleges in Staten Island.  Here you can view some of the homes for sale in Staten Island!   Call Rosemarie Rivicci Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Weichert Realtors-Appleseed Group 917-8... 07/12/2014