Real Estate
I Don’t Want To Give My House Away
“I don’t want to give my house away.” Have you ever heard this phrase? Or maybe even used it? As a real estate agent working in Staten Island, NY, I hear this phrase more often than one can imagine, especially in recent years. One ...
Warren Buffet on Real Estate: Buy!
Suppose you were looking to buy a house in Staten Island and were, say, indecisive. Given the chance, who would you ask for real estate investment advice: your mother or Warren Buffet? If you picked your mother, well I’m sure she’s a...
Realtors Decline in Numbers
As the housing market continues to struggle, the number of members of the National Association of Realtors dips below 1 million. The highly inter-dependent relationship between the number of actively practicing Realtors and the economy is w...
Top 3 Most Expensive Staten Island Homes Sold in 2011
Recession? What recession? The slowing economy has in fact been providing some great real estate opportunities for the wealthy, and it certainly has not changed their lifestyle. The proof is in the numbers. It will come as no surprise that the ...
Selling Your House During The Holidays
As the holidays approach, many wonder if it is the right time to sell their house. Traditionally, the holiday season is a very busy season for buyers and sellers alike. So what is the answer? Most real estate agents say “List!”, some...