I have the following properties available that are not currently listed in the MLS. If you are interested in any of these properties call me or visit me online at Albany NY Real Estate
Latham-Raised ranch on a great lot with 4BR,1.5B and a great remodeled cherry kitchen. Available in the $230,000 range
Cohoes Hill- 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom bungalow with original exposed wood work and rear workshop. Soon to be Available in the $130's range
Down town Albany office building- includes first floor retail, 3 floors of office space and owners apartment. Elevators service to all floors and entire building is sprinklered. Available in the $600,000 and opportunity to take over owners existing business.
Albany-3BR,2.5 colonial syle home for lease at $1,500/month. Ready for immediate occupancy.
Once you find your dream home a it is critical to have a home inspection completed by a licensed home inspector to locate any potential defects or deferred maintenance. Over the years I have been on countless home inspections and seen many many problems that could have cost buyers tens of thousands of dollars if they hadn't had an inspector take a look at the property. A qualified inspector will complete a structural, pest, and radon inspection and put you at ease with your home purchase.
In Albany, much or housing stock is older and I see many of the same problems time and time again. Some of the most common problems include roof issues, chimneys, drainage. Roofs are typically worn, leaking, or improperly flashed or vented. Chimneys typically need to be repointed or lined. Homes generally need gutters and grading for drainage issues. Below Is a photo I took this week on a house next to the home I was having inspected. It is good example of home important good ventilation and insulation is to a roofing system. The icles were caused by melting snow and an ice dam from inadequate attic ventilation. The ice has actually come through the roof and soffits and if left unchecked will cause a significant amount of damage over time.
For the names of some reputable home inspectors visit me online at albany ny real estate
I had a closing last week on new construction built by a local builder. This was a luxury home that cost my buyer client well over $600,000. I won't name the builder for obvious reasons but it is a well know local builder. During construction there was a major drainage issue with the property that cost roughly $2,500 to fix. The builder kicked and screamed and refused to complete the works necessary to keep my client happy. The builder even refused to meet with my buyer. In the end, the work was completed but the builder completely alienated my clients for an expense so small in light of the transaction size is should have been completed with out a second thought. What ever happened to the client is always right? I would have thought the builder would want my buyer to be a raving fan and tell all his friends about his work. Now my client will mostly likely go out of his way to tell anyone he can how unhappy he was with the builder. I can almost guarantee this incident will cost the builder at least one future sale in this development. I promise if we do business together you will not go away unhappy with something I do. I simply won't let it happen. If you aren't happy I will make it right! Visit me online at Albany New York Real Estate
The economic outlook is fairly bleak. Job layoffs, Christmas sales are down, homes sales for November fell in the ballpark of 39% over 2007. I understand that many Realtors need every last dollar in this market. However, Realtor commissions SHOULD NEVER BE FIGURED ON REPAIR CONCESSIONS in my opinion. I had an agent today at one of my closings submit a bill that figured her fee on a sale price that included a repair concession. I should say this is the same agent that lost a file and called me a week ago looking for a copy of an the executed contract so she could submit her bill and get paid. I represented the owner. We gave a repair concession to the buyer of about $2,000 for various structural issues with the property. This is $2,000 my seller will never see and is essentially a reduction of the sales price. Why would you charge a commission on this money? I have seen this done many, many times and I totally disagree with this practice. Sure times are tight but Realtors shouldn't nickel and dime sellers in this market. It is practices like this that give Realtors a bad name in my opinion. My promise to you. I will never nickel and dime you by charging a commission on repair concession money that you never see as a seller! Also of note is an email I received from the same agent stressing how important doing the right thing for her clients is. This had nothing to do with working in the best interest of her client. It only had to do with trying to squeeze every last penny out of her commission. It amazes me that this practice is even legal in New York. Have questions? Visit me online at Albany NY Real Estate
Well its about time. The Greater Capital Region Association of Realtors expects up to a 15 percent decline in the number of licensed Realtors in the Capital Region according to a recent article published in the Business Review. Currently there are 3,500+- Realtors in the Capital Region. This is simply too many Realtors. In 2008 roughly 8,000+- homes were sold in the Capital region. Since each sale generally has a listing and selling agent, this equates to roughly 16,000+- sides. It averages out to less then 5+- home sales per agent on average which is close to the national average of only 6 homes sales per agent per year. As in any industry the top performers do the bulk of the business. The top 100 agents in Albany sold just over 27% of the homes in 2008 as of today according to the Capital Region Multiple Listing Service. The reduction in the number of Realtors in the Capital region will weed out the worst performers and be good for consumers. If you are considering hiring a Realtor be sure they are in the top 100 agents in the Capital Region or they may not be around next year! If you have questions visit me on line at Albany NY Real Estate
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Kevin Clancy has been providing real estate brokerage and appraisal services to the Capital District for over 18 years. He is a New York State licensed real estate broker, Insurance broker, and general certified appraiser. Kevin is a HUD approved broker and started his career specializing in the sale of HUD homes. Kevin's appraisal experience ranges from vacant land and single family homes to multi-tenant office buildings and retail centers. A graduate of Siena College with a degree in marketing, Kevin obtained an MBA from the University at Albany in the Spring of 2005. A portion of this degree requirement included an in-depth research paper on residential real estate in the Capital Region. During his career Kevin spent several years evaluating residential and commercial real estate throughout the northeast. This includes more then an estimated 10,000 residential homes in the Capital District. This is more homes than a typical Realtor will evaluate in an entire career! For a thorough evaluation of your home prior to listing, Kevin's experience speaks for itself. Kevin's past experience makes him the perfect choice to meet any of your Capital Region or Albany Area real estate sales or appraisal needs. Services include full service and discount brokerage, appraisals, property management, and general consultation services. Need a home? Search thousands of homes at Albany NY Home search or our main site at Albany NY Real Estate for appraisals visit us at Albany NY Real Estate Appraisals If you Need an Albany NY Realtor for buying a home in Albany NY or Selling a Home in Albany NY give us a call!
Remember its not about me! Its about you! Let me be your exclusive buyer representative and mention you want the free 13 month home warranty. I will provide a free home warranty on the property for 13 months after you purchase it to take the worry out of home ownership! This offer is only available for a limited time so hurry!
"Kevin Clancy is by far one of the best if not the best real estate agent
in the Capital District. He is knowledgable about the field, his website
is exceptional and he makes himself accessible to his clients.
But most importantly, Kevin has a high standard of integrity ... simply
put his integrity is not for sale. Good or bad, he will tell you what you
need to know to make an informed decision. In a competitive market such as
this one, finding an agent that gives it to you straight is hard to find.
We highly recommend his company and we always welcome the opportunity to
tell others to use his services. Thank you again Kevin for your patience,
tenancity and professionalism. It was a breath of fresh air to work with
you."
Thomas and Ingrid Williams
Troy, New York
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When I listed my property for sale with Kevin, I didn't really expect or need to sell it. I gave Kevin a "walk away" price with my minimum to let it go.
Less than 1 week after listing the property, Kevin came back with 4 different offers. This guy knows the market! All of the offers were viable, and all were well over my walk away number. He kept in touch with me along the way, but did all of the negotiating on my behalf. The house went for higher than the listing price, and almost 20% more than my original "dream" number for the house. In today's market no one could ask for more than that.
I have bought and sold numerous properties in the past, but never have I dealt with someone so attentive, helpful, and full of good advice. Kevin's experience is evident, and I am grateful for his assistance during this process. He made it easy. I highly recommend Kevin and Clancy Real Estate.
Amy P.
Rexford, NY
6/27/2008
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"While looking for our first home, my wife and I worked with a few different realtors during our search. Kevin was, without a doubt, the best realtor "Kevin is a true professional who simply gets the job done! He's a valuable asset to anyone's team." October 27, 2007 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity Bob Eberle, NYREIA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity Charis Ng -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity Paul Gallagher
that we encountered and the reason we chose to utilize him exclusively!
Kevin is a tireless worker, an active listener and just a true professional.
Kevin knows the real estate market and all the financial complexities that
come with buying a home (which made him a tremendous resource for us as
first-time/inexperienced buyers).
If we are in need of his professional expertise, we will certainly use Kevin
again and we highly recommend him without reservation."
Tom and Denise D, Clifton Park, NY
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hired Kevin as a Real Estate Agent in 2006, and hired Kevin more than once
"I highly recommend Kevin. I listed a house with him and he brought me 3 offers within the first 2 weeks. He keeps me updated frequently and is a full-service expert in his field. He also recommended an excellent lawyer for the closing. I am very pleased and satisfied with Kevin and will definitely use him again for any future real estate transactions. Kevin Clancy is the owner of Clancy Real Estate. Alway deal with the owner! Thanks again, Kevin for helping me sell that property so quickly." October 23, 2007
hired Kevin as a Real Estate Agent in 2007
"Kevin has always offered me great advice. He knows value and where to find it. Kevin is an agent who understands how to work with investors... which I rarely find." September 30, 2007
hired Kevin as a Real Estate Agent in 2006
"Kevin made the process easy, and his knowledge and experience greatly helped us through the sale, from listing to contract to closing. In fact, his negotiations specifically resulted in a sale price higher than the listing price. We recommend Kevin to anyone looking to sell a home in the Capital District."
Jim M.- Director of a Commercial Real Estate funding company
"... Kevin has a great understanding of the market and more importantly how to position his clients. Great service, a professional approach and an intimate understanding of the local RE market. I highly recommend his firm."
Dear Kevin, As a first time home buyer, I really appreciated your patience and diligence. Through every step of the process I felt like you were there holding my hand. You followed up with members of my purchasing team (attorney, broker, etc.) and even called to check on me while I waited for my financing to get settled and the closing date to arrive. You exhibited professionalism and did a great job representing my interests whenever a challenge developed, such that I worried very little, knowing that you were on my team. This was the first of many real estate purchases for me and I look forward to working with you in the future.
Sincerely, Michele B., Albany, NY
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