Get behind the wheel with any prosperous prospector and you’ll discover one common characteristic steering their success: control. Agents who control their careers can predict the road ahead and avoid (or overcome) oncoming obstacles. Agents who aren’t in control collide with risky habits and practices that push them off course and ultimately crash their careers.…
As quick as 2019 came it’s on its way out! It’s time to take a look at what 2020 has in store for interior design and color pallets. Behr color of the year is named “Back to Nature S340-4”, a muted and subtle green shade was unveiled a few months ago at a journalists premier…
Looking to reduce your housing expenses? Two Family homes is a great alternative! While affordable housing for 1st time home buyers is hard to come by, considering a 2 family is a great alternative! Today, multifamily homes are more popular than ever among first time homebuyers who hope to reduce their housing expenses by renting…
S The plan to build a wall which started in 2017 has now entered into a formal project partnership agreement with the Army Corp of Engineers to construct fortifications along Staten Island’s eastern shore. This project was started by Governor Andrew Cuomo and calls for a series of dams, earthworks and concrete barriers. (Courtesy of…
These last few years have been a sellers’ market according to statistics but just recently have started to change. On a national level year over year from August of 2017 to August 2018, there has been a 3% decrease in price change, 7% increase in inventory and an 8% increase in the change of price-reduced…
Image via Pexels Spring is in the air and we are coming out from hibernation! This time of year always makes us feel motivated to take up projects around the house. If you are a homeowner, chances are there are a few post-winter tune-ups your house needs, as well. No worries, we are here to…
This South Shore neighborhood on Staten Island was once known for its oysters and summer homes. Used as a fishing village in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, Princess Bay was famous for their oysters that could be found in prominent seafood restaurants in Manhattan and London. The Abraham Manee House is one of the…
Staten Island doesn’t get enough credit for its ever-growing real estate and eclectic restaurants. You can find an assortment of international food and new shopping centers being built within the next few years. The Staten Island Mall is currently in expansion bringing more shopping, dining, and entertainment. Staten Islanders can expect a Dave & Busters®,…
Known today for its luscious greenery and recreational activities Clove Lakes Park is a home buyers dream! Nestled between Grymes Hill and Emerson Hill, Clove Lakes Park derives from the Dutch word, “Kloven” meaning cleft. Clove Lakes Park is the valley and brook between Emerson and Grymes Hills. In 1683 Governor Thomas Dongan was a…
Looking for Real Estate on Staten Island? Oakwood has a lot to offer when searching for a neighborhood on Staten Island, New York. This town is centrally located on Staten Island and is by the bay which makes it very desirable due to how close it is to the beach. Prior to the 21st century,…