How to Get Your House Ready to Sell Refresh your curb appeal. Imagine pulling up to your house for the first time…as a potential home buyer. Can any imperfections be easily perfected? Weed and add some flowers to spruce some curb appeal. Mow the lawn and make sure it remains maintained while the home is […]
Benefits of Owning an Older Home
Potential Benefits of Owning an Older Home Last week, I blogged about issues to consider when buying an older home. That isn’t to say, however, that you should avoid purchasing an older home at all costs. There are plenty of benefits to buying an older home. Living on Long Island, the odds are that you […]
Buying an Older Home? Consider This!
There is something to be said about buying an older home, full of character and charm and potential. More than 38% of all U.S. homes were built prior to 1970; in fact, many homes on Long Island are more than 50 years old. If you are looking to buy a Long Island home that has some […]
5 Reasons to Sell A Home As-Is
Are you looking to sell your home, however, you don’t want to waste the time, effort and energy expensed in making those repairs? Maybe you don’t have the necessary funds to allow for the repairs the house needs before selling. Many homeowners turn to me for help when they face a similar situation. I look […]
Got Mold?
Got Mold? Mold is a dangerous and inconvenient problem to have in your home. One of the worst feelings for a homeowner is to discover mold growing somewhere inside their home. Mold reproduces quickly and can get into the air. Mold needs water to grow. Finding mold is not always clear and distinct. In fact, […]
Ask the Renovator – Pocket Doors
Ask the renovator about pocket doors, which seem to be a new trend with new construction builds. Why? Pocket doors can be a great space saver! It can be a great solution to a tight bathroom where the wall space is not enough to accommodate a swinging door. Pocket doors are also good for closets. Adding […]
Tips for New Home Buyers
Buying a home can be daunting and overwhelming, especially for the first time. The dream of owning your own home does not always come along with the actual realities of owning that home! Many people bask in the idea of owning their own home without realizing all of the details that come with it. This […]
Should I Sell to a “Cash for Homes” Company?
Do “Cash for Homes” Companies on Long Island Work? You have an unwanted property that has been on the market for months with zero action. Or, you are going through a divorce and need to alleviate the added burden of listing your house for sale. Perhaps you are facing foreclosure and have let the condition […]
What NOT To Do When Selling Your House
Selling Your House One of the most important life decisions involves buying and selling your house. Over time, you have developed an attachment and reverence for your house that makes it very hard to let go and sell your house. We have gone through things you can do to sell your home quickly and efficiently […]
My Listing is About to Expire, What Should I Do?
You listed your house and signed a contract with a real estate agent. The contract agreement allowed for six months. Unfortunately six months later the house is still on the market with no buyer in sight. Your listing is about to expire, and you don’t know what to do. Do you extend the contract? Take […]