Monthly Archives: May 2009

1031 Exchange – What Is It?

Posted on May 27, 2009 by Elaine

Many real estate investors who own investment and business properties in Brooklyn, New York are not aware of the opportunity to save thousands of dollars in capital gains taxes by using a 1031 Exchange, which allows you to exchange rather … Continue reading →

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First Time Home Buyer Tip – The Good Faith Estimate

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Elaine

If you are a first time home buyer in Brooklyn, New York (or anywhere for that matter) who is shopping for your first home and need to get a mortgage to pay for it, you’ll want to know about a Good … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Sellers – Lawn Care Tips To Get Your House Sold

Posted on May 19, 2009 by Elaine

If you want to sell your Brooklyn house as quickly as possible and for the best possible price, your home must make a good first impression.  One of the things that can make or break that first impression (or curb appeal), is … Continue reading →

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I Have An Accepted Offer, Can the Seller Sell To Someone Else?

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Elaine

Question:  I have signed, accepted offer on a property, the Real Estate Agent is holding an Open House this weekend.  Can the seller sell to someone else, like someone from the Open House? Answer:  The short answer to this question is yes.  … Continue reading →

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First Time Home Buyers Seminar in Brooklyn

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Elaine

You are invited to a First Time Home Buyer’s Seminar. Weichert Realtors HP Greenfield 1712 Utica Avenue Between Avenue H & I 718-692-4444 Saturday, May 16, 2009 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Wednesday, May 20, 2009 from 7:00 pm … Continue reading →

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Parking Is Getting Easier in Fort Greene/Clinton Hill

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Elaine

One of the first things I did when I moved to Clinton Hill, Brooklyn was get a parking ticket.  I got another a few days after that, and my car was completely towed away one bright and sunny Monday morning when … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Seller – 3 Tips For Selling High In A Buyers Market

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Elaine

So, you are ready to sell your Brooklyn house, co-op or condo apartment and the value of property in your area has plummeted.  There’s a little glimmer of hope of a market recovery, but nothing concrete.   How do you sell your … Continue reading →

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Learn How to Sell Your Home For More Money by Watching TV

Posted on May 4, 2009 by Elaine

One of my favorite expressions is “knowledge is power”, and there’s no better way to empower yourself then by learning how to make your Brooklyn home sell for more money. A great way to do that is by watching television. Of course, … Continue reading →

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