Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Home Trend Watch: Home Owners Want More Kitchen Space

The Kitchen always seems to be the focal point of a home...... it's a gathering place for conversation, food, family time and more....it certainly is the hub of all the happenings in the home. For this reason I understand the demand for space....this area has it all going on. In my opinion your home should fit your lifestyle......comfort and ease of living.
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Monday, April 23, 2012

What Are The Updated Housing Statistics On Staten Island North Shore ?

The North Shore of Staten Island includes the communities of....Westerleigh,Willowbrook, Randall Manor, West Brighton, Ward Hill Tompkinsville, St. George, Sunnyside, Sunset Hill, Stapleton, Silver Lake, Snug Harbor, Grymes Hill, Graniteville, Port Richmond, Clove Lakes and Castleton Corners.

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The chart below illustrates recent statistics on Staten Island's North Shore housing market....

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Curious what homes have sold in the North Shore within the last 6 months? There has been a total of 275 homes sold in Staten Island's North Shore.

New listings have increased by 8.4% over the last 3 months.Pending sales have increased by 6.4% year to date. And closed sales are down 29.6% year to date.

If you breakdown particular areas of the North Shore....Westerleigh, Sunset Hill, Sunnyside, Royal Oak, Silver Lake, Clove Lakes and Castleton Corners.....you will see new listings decreased by 16.1%......pending sales have increased by a strong 53.2% year to date....and closed sales are up by 23.9%

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Island wide the housing inventory shrank 9.6% or 3,000 units.

The housing market is closely tied to the broader economy. A recent update from NAR's chief Economist reports signs of recovery in the housing market. This is a positive sign...why wait to make a move? Mortgage rates are still historically low.. proper guidance along with great resources helps to make the home buying or selling process less emotionally trying.

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There are two kinds of Real Estate professionals....those who understand the emotional and financial complexity of selling or buying a home .....and those who don't.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

What A View... Where Is Casa Belvedere On Staten Islands North Shore?

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What a view!

 Couldn't resist taking a picture...beautiful water view, last evening at Staten Island Chamber Of Commerce Business After Hours.Which was held at the spectacular  Casa Belvedere "The Italian Cultural Foundation", located in Grymes Hill on Staten Island's North Shore.

At Casa Belvedere you can enjoy programs showcasing the rich history and culture of Italy. Looking for Italian Cultural events, language, arts, history, fashion, cinema and cuisine....certainly check out Casa Belvedere "home with a view".

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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

6 Painting Tips for Freshening Up Exteriors

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine

Photo Credit: Paint Quality Institute

Springtime is the best time to give a home a fresh coat of paint, according to the Paint Quality Institute.

“By painting in moderate weather, you’ll likely get a longer-lasting paint job,” says Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert for the Paint Quality Institute. Zimmer says that exterior painting is best to do when temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but not when it gets too hot. “Very hot days can cause the paint to dry too quickly and impair good paint film formation,” she notes.

Some more tips for exterior painting from Zimmer:

1. Paint in the shade and avoid painting in direct sunshine. Sunlit surfaces can be 10 to 20 degrees hotter than the air temperature.

2. Don’t paint when it’s too windy. Wind can cause latex paint to dry too quickly as well as cause dust and other contaminates to imbed in the paint, possibly creating a surface ripe for mildew, Zimmer says.

3. Avoid the rain. Wait for another day if it’s rained within the last 24 hours. If several days of rain is forecast, postpone your painting for several days until a rain-free week.

4. Prime the surface. Apply a coat of primer to any new surface that has never been painted, or spot-prime areas where paint has worn away, Zimmer suggests.

5. Don’t skimp on paint. Use top quality 100 percent acrylic latex paint. It’s durable, flexible, colorfast, and can often last 10 years or more compared to ordinary paint, Zimmer says. To make the paint last even longer, apply at least two coats–a coat of primer and coat of paint, or two coats of house paint, she adds.

6. Don’t postpone painting. Postponing painting the exterior of a home that is long overdue can actually cause damage to a home. Exposed wood can begin to rot and other types of exterior siding also can suffer when the paint starts to wear off, Zimmer says.

Weather is great.....time to get painting! Create great curb appeal.....a fresh coat of paint.....clean fresh look...combined with Spring flowers and trees. Now that's wow factor!
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Friday, April 13, 2012

Staten Island's North Shore...How Do You Keep Happy and Healthy?

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New York City's greenest borough....what a great time of the year to get outside and enjoy. Silver Lake Park and golf course....walk, jog, golf, bird watch also enjoy tot park and dog park. Spectacular trees in bloom  surrounding the beautiful Silver Lake reservoir.

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Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Can You Identify This Style Of House?

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Having a difficult time figuring out this style of house?

Consider when planting a tree in front of your home the growth habits. Always consult a professional landscaper or gardener about growing habits of trees prior to planting.

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Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Do You Like Upbeat And Unique? Check Out What I Found On Staten Island's North Shore!

Looking for a boutique with unique style...a fresh look?

Definitely check out......

"The Richmond Hood Company", located in West Brighton on Staten Island's North Shore.

My recent interview with Tariq, owner of

"The Richmond Hood Company"....has a dynamic Lifestyle Boutique.

Local artist's have their creative designs here...Staten Island wear, urban action sports wear, street wear, unique one of a kind designs..create your distinctive look.

Where to stay active on Staten Island's North Shore... sport enthusiast, parks or arts and recreation. When looking for a neighborhood to call home...see what's happening in the area. Staten Island's North Shore has diversity with a unique blend of home styles. Check out locally and nationally what is happening in the real estate market..

"Spend a day on Staten Island and explore what our wonderful Island has to offer".

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Also join me on facebook..... http://facebook.com/northshoreholly

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There are two kinds of Real Estate professionals...those who understand the emotional and financial complexity of buying or selling a home....and those who don't.

Thank you and have an extraordinary day!

Posted via email from Holly Wiesner Olivieri , The Staten Island Real Estate Resource