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New York...Support the Tax Cap!
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 10:11am. 252 Views, 0 Comments.
A record number of REALTORS come to Albany to advocate for tax cap; Governor announces cap deal
More than 320 REALTORS traveled from across the state to participate in NYSAR's annual Lobby Day on Tuesday, May 24. These REALTORS spent the day urging their legislators to approve a two-percent property tax cap, along with directing their attention to other REALTOR legislative priorities. REALTORS were encouraged by Lt. Governor Robert Duffy and Assemblyman Joe Morrelle to continue their support of a 2-percent property tax cap. Later in the afternoon, NYSAR President Nick Gigante and NYSAR CEO Duncan MacKenzie participated in a press conference where Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced he and legislative leaders had reached a deal on the tax cap.
But our work is…
Heading to Albany for Lobby Day
Monday, May 23rd, 2011 at 12:31pm. 266 Views, 1 Comments.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Westchester County, NY
OUR A G E N D A
1. Support a property tax cap (A.3982 / S.2706) now. We also endorse mandate
relief to accompany a cap, but with Westchester and Putnam Counties having
among the highest property taxes in the nation, we don’t have the luxury of waiting
for mandate relief to be enacted. (John Kope)
2. Do not fund State budget deficits – or allow local governments to fund local
deficits - with new or increased real estate transfer taxes (S.1447) or mortgage
recording taxes (A.3307). It makes no sense to increase closing costs in the midst
of a persistent real estate recession, and especially not when New York already has
Shhhhh - I have a secret to tell. Home Sellers Listen Up!
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 at 9:23am. 852 Views, 0 Comments.
I have a secret to tell...shhhhh, agents do not want you to know this. Why? I mean after all, doesn't the listing agent represent you - The Seller? What could they want to hide? Let's find out.
Recently Rich Levin wrote a nice article on Open Houses. Specifically - How an agent (and not necessarily the listing agent) can generate business through one.
I do have to agree with Rich Levin, he is almost spot on with this advice and it is because of this advice that I advise sellers NOT to allow the listing agent to perform an Open House on their property. But first, let me start with what I disagree with.
In the very first paragraph Rich Levin points out "Furthermore, a listing agent has a fiduciary responsibility to the seller. Practitioners…
You listed your home, now how safe is it? (The Great Electronic Lock Box Debate)
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 at 7:47pm. 418 Views, 0 Comments.
So you researched your agents and made your choice. The professional pictures have been taken and the listing is entered into the Multiple Listing Service. You sit back, give a big sigh of relief as you await the buyers to come a knocking! But wait, how do the buyers get in? Did you forget to ask your agent this important question?
Throughout the region a Lock Box is a common tool in the listing agents arsenal. Its a simple device that allows us to store the keys to your house under lock and key. Ah, but there in lies the problem...the key! What kind of key, who has this key, when can the key be used?
Many years ago a lock box consisted of a simple combination dial like a master lock. If you knew the three letters and in which order, you had access to…
New York Carbon Monoxide Detector law to take effect Monday, February 22
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 8:31pm. 28893 Views, 0 Comments.
On February 22, 2010, "Amanda's Law" will take effect. The law requires carbon monoxide detectors in every 1-2 family property; apartments in a multiple dwelling; and all condominium and cooperative apartments where the dwelling unit has appliances, devices or systems that may emit carbon monoxide or has an attached garage. Real estate licensees must be aware of the new law and advise clients and customers of the same.
I am all for this law, in fact I still do not understand why all New Construction buildings, residential, commercial or industrial are not required to have Sprinkler Systems, but that's another story. So how different "Amanda's Law" is from the Law that went into effect way back on March 6, 2003? Well that law pertained to any one or…
Open Houses...Not Worth the Risk to Sellers
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 8:29pm. 303 Views, 0 Comments.
Do Open Houses benefit the seller? Its a highly debated subject among Realtors and I have discussed it at length with many of them from all over the country.
Lets first look at what an Open House is. There are basically two types and the names vary by area.
- Public Open House: This is usually done on a Sunday somewhere between 12pm and 5pm though some innovative marketing gurus have started Twilight Open Houses for those homes that have special appeal due to landscape lighting. It is hosted my the listing agent or another agent at the office and the public (aka Guests) are invited in to view the house. Most agents attempt to have guests register prior to viewing the home. This is usually accomplished by asking them to fill out a form or sign in…
Does anyone really know what is happening?
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 8:29pm. 266 Views, 0 Comments.
As a Real Estate Broker, I believe it is my job to keep track of the industry, try to make some sense of it and inform my agents and clients what is happening locally.
One way I do this is by keeping tract of Real Estate reports. I have over a hundred news feeds I scan through every day. Looking at each headline today, something really stands out....Confusion!
Let's take a look at a few headlines that cam in this morning:
- Mortgage Rates edge up
- Some see hints of a bottom
- Sales of new homes sink.
- Lennar readies for New Home surge
- US Real Estate Confidence drops
Each headline seem to contradict the next. SO what is happening...Uncertanity!
We have always had a saying in Real Estate, It's Local. And that is what we are seeing here. When we…
Federal Short Sale Guidelines or HAFA are getting closer!
Monday, February 22nd, 2010 at 8:25pm. 293 Views, 0 Comments.
Most of us dread April 15th, but this year, April has a whole new meaning. That's because on April 5th. the New Federal Short Sale Guidelines will take affect.
Ask most REALTORS about a Short Sale and unless they are experts at it, they will run from it. Why? Well let's take a look at the current process.
At this point the seller and buyer are bound by contract and this is where everything goes horribly wrong. Unlike a traditional sale, there is…
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