Picking the Right Loan
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If you are shopping for a home and you are not paying cash, chances are you are shopping for mortgage loans, as well. It is important to know that every mortgage loan has its benefits, and there is no such thing as a mortgage that suits everyone’s needs. Read More
The Importance of Staging Your Home
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Home staging is not about decorating and making your home look stylish, it is about making your home a neutral space—creating a space where potential buyers can imagine themselves in the home without the distractions of someone else’s belongings. The home should speak to buyers… Read More
Enhancing Your Curb Appeal
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Enhancing Your Curb Appeal Let’s be honest, when looking for a home, the outside of the home matters just as much as the inside, maybe even more. Just like we take the time to plan what we wear to a job interview, or on a first… Read More
Decorating Touches For The Holidays
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It is officially that time of the year where everyone is out to have the best house on the block. The competition is on! Read More
Co-ops vs Condos. What’s the difference?
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Buying an Apartment In the urban environment of New York City, the housing market expands far beyond the picket fence. From modern high rise towers to classic pre-war buildings; many prospective homeowners in NYC opt to purchase apartments rather than houses. Those who own an apartment can enjoy home ownership… Read More
The Home Buying Process, Start to Finish
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Step 1: Don’t Skip the Pre-Approval Process! When making an offer on a home that involves you getting a mortgage, a pre-approval letter is required 100% of the time. Many buyers make the mistake of skipping this vital process and losing the perfect home to a different buyer who is… Read More
Dealing with Financing
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As the events of the last few years in the real estate industry show, people forget about the tremendous financial responsibility of purchasing a home at their peril. Here are a few tips for dealing with the dollar signs so that you can take down that “for sale” sign on… Read More
Preparing to Sell
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Selling your home doesn’t just mean hiring a realtor to stick a sign out front. There are a lot of preparations you should make to ensure you get the best offer possible in the shortest time. Repair. Just because you’ve gotten used to the cracks in the walls and the… Read More
Relocating to the Big City
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Moving from a small town or suburb to a large city can be an intimidating proposition. Here are a few tips to help make your move as painless as possible.Research before you move. It’s important to understand the culture you’re joining. Do research online and find out about school systems,… Read More
5 Tips for Buying a Home
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Looking to buy a home? Here are five essential tips for making the process as smooth as possible. Get your finances in order. Start by getting a full picture of your credit. Obtain copies of your credit report. Make sure the facts are correct, and fix any problems you… Read More