Staten Island Gets A Boost From City Jobs.....

Staten Island is favored residence for police and fire fighters. Staten Island's cost of living, quiet streets and  low crime .....main draws for public employees.

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Why The Wide Variations In Home Appraisals?

Providing appraiser with vital data and information about the uniqueness of a particular property.......is critical. Knowing that community like no other...is your best defense.......during the appraisal process. http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/17/your-money/decoding-the-wide-variations-in-...

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The Island Coffee Shop...Is Back....S.I.'s North Shore Is Thrilled !

Back in March on closing day a line forms .... with much disappointment the Island Coffee Shop closed..... So thrilled to tell you they are back! This staple establishment with devoted patrons can now visit their new location on 407 Manor Rd. Happy ! Happy Happy!  http://www.silive.com/northshore/index.ssf/2011/09/an_old_friend_the_island_c...

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Made My Day....... Staten Island's Community

Meeting New Buyers.......beautiful art work presented to me by little Rachel.....made my day!

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Weekend Safety Check....

Owning a home requires maintenance, this photo demonstrates a safety hazard. Can you identify what your concern would be ?   (Hose is attached to a natural gas line on an outside grill.)

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Driven By The Wind.......Visit To Staten Island

Nice to meet the Green Mountain Energy crew, www.greenmountain.com

on a recent visit to Staten Island's North Shore community.

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Flower Power.....

Greet buyers with happy flowers.....give them a reason to know you care.

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Who Loves The Outdoors On Staten Island ?

Clove Lakes Park S.I......beautiful park to enjoy..walking, running, picnic,           row boats, playground, restaurant, trails,nature......there is a big beautiful turtle who can be frequently seen.....

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Tribute.....Never Forget...

World Trade Center Educational Tribute Garden.....Snug Harbor Botanical Garden, located in Staten Island NY.

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Remember Those Who Sacrificied.....

World Trade Memorial Mural......Rescue 5.....North Shore Staten Island N.Y.

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When Selling a Home....Please Don't Do This....

1. Don’t slack off on home maintenance. Houses in need of TLC often attract investors or property flippers, which are known for submitting low-ball offers. To attract offers and the highest bids, sellers should attend to any upkeep and maintenance issues before putting the house for sale.

2. Make sure the home isn’t being overshadowed outside. Nothing kills curb appeal more than a home you’re selling that you can’t even see. Be sure to trim trees or bushes to ensure they aren’t blocking any windows or the exterior of the home.

3. Remove wallpaper. Wallpaper and borders can be a nuisance to remove so you might want to take these personal decor touches down before you list the home. Neutralize the homes in subtle colors that will appeal to the most buyers and allow buyers to better visualize their personal decor moving in.

4. Don’t keep an empty home empty. Buyers can struggle in picturing themselves moving in if a home is left empty. Vacant homes can feel cold and rooms can look smaller than they really are. That’s why O’Ryan reminds us why builders spend thousands of dollars staging model homes. If your listing is vacant, consider staging it to bring in furniture and accessories to help define the various rooms functions.

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Rates are great...buyers are out in full force! Have your home beat out the competition. Imagine yourself in the buyers shoes.....what creates a wow factor in you? A few excellent tips can go a long way....

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