One of the decisions you will face during your home buying process is whether or not to lock in your interest rate for your mortgage. The term,” Lock” means that the lender will hold that interest rate for a specific period of time. Rate locks are usually 15, 30, 45, or 60 days with adjustments…
DetailsBank appraisals can affect your home in more than one way and with real estate having limited inventory and high demand this will be a problem you face. When a home has multiple offers it sells higher due to people bidding above asking price. Yet once it comes time to apply for a mortgage, the…
DetailsThe thrill of finding a new home may sound exciting but here are a few thoughts before taking the big leap. Let us answer all of your questions so you are prepared to start your house hunt! If you are unsure if you should rent or buy, think long term. The real question…
DetailsIf you are in the process of finding the perfect home and selling your current one, it may seem like a difficult and daunting journey. Finding the right realtor doesn’t have to be! Once you decide on the realtor to represent you, they will do all of the leg work. Before you start house hunting,…
DetailsArticle courtesy of ALX Interiors on Staten Island. Mixing patterns and colors in your home can be daunting. Certain palettes and patterns create beautiful contrasts, while others make you cringe like your 4th grader singing off-key. Cute–but not what you expected. To prevent such unforgettable faux pas, here are 3 rules to live by when considering…
DetailsThis article is a featured writer Paul Denikin a DIY expert! Visit Pauls website here. Winter is coming (and no, we’re not talking about the latest episode of Game of Thrones)! As summer winds down, it’s important to prepare your house and yard for the changing weather, inevitable cold, and the home maintenance required.…
DetailsIt seems like everywhere you turn there is a new way to find out your “credit score”. While there are many factors that go into qualifying you to purchase a home your credit score is most important. Credit scores are one of the main factors that can have an effect on your interest rate and…
DetailsCharles Martino and Martino Realty are pleased to present our Second Quarter 2017 Staten Island Residential Market Report. We sincerely hope that the information found within assists you in making the correct decisions regarding your property or a potential property you may be interested in acquiring. Martino Realty is always here to help. Do not…
DetailsOnce known as the “forgotten borough”, Staten Island is the new hot spot when looking for real estate. Developers are flocking to the North shore of Staten Island as it is undergoing a major facelift. With plans of building more water-front apartments and attractions, there is no stopping this borough from major changes. Other parts…
DetailsWhen you find your dream home there is a sense of relief, that is until there is another bidder. Bidding wars can be discouraging but when you have the right realtor they can guide you through this process with ease. One of the biggest problems in today’s market that no one discusses is losing a…
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