While the commercial market still faces its share of challenges, Realtors specializing in commercial real estate expressed confidence in the marked improvement seen in the market over the last year at a commercial economic issues and trends forum at the Realtors Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo. National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun led a panel … [Read more...] about Commercial market continues recovery
Commercial market continues recovery
Latest real estate transfers
Real Estate Transfers during the period of April 1 to 15, 2015. Wading River 11792 J. & L. Heller to J. Enghauser, 212 Creek Rd., One Family Year-Round Residence, .25 Ac., $680,000; on April 8, 2015. Riverhead 11901 R. Krudop by Exr. to Fernando Bustamante, 5506 Sound Ave., Acquired Development Rights, 33.97 Ac., $830,000; on April 9, 2015. J. & C. … [Read more...] about Latest real estate transfers
8 easy tips for a successful open house
Holding an open house is a great way to show off your home to potential buyers. But how do you make sure people actually show up to browse the merchandise? Here are some tips from seasoned local realtors who know exactly what you need to do to not only get people through the door, but to make sure they like what they see once they’re inside. 1. Pay attention to your curb … [Read more...] about 8 easy tips for a successful open house
Experts: Easier-to-get mortgages may not draw more buyers
Most experts surveyed in the latest Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey said it's going to get easier to get a mortgage in the next several years, but they were divided about whether that would spur more renters to buy homes. The survey, sponsored quarterly by Zillow and conducted by Pulsenomics LLCi, asked panelists about their expectations for mortgage availability, home … [Read more...] about Experts: Easier-to-get mortgages may not draw more buyers
What you need to do to avoid a $250 surcharge on your flood insurance policy
If you have flood insurance on your home, listen up. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has begun charging a renewal surcharge on all flood insurance policies, effective April 1. The surcharge is $25 if the policy insures your primary residence and $250 if the insurance is for a second home. To be eligible for the lower surcharge, however, property owners mus fill … [Read more...] about What you need to do to avoid a $250 surcharge on your flood insurance policy