Authored by: Laurie Mindnich
August 23rd, 2008
For those interested in purchasing a home on the North Fork of Long Island, but unsure about eligibility for a loan, a great place to begin is at the New York State Mortgage Agency.
As prices come down, reaching levels of attainability for more buyers, awareness of state sponsored mortgage loan programs bear watching.
For example: For VA purchasers, up to $5000.00 is available toward closing cost assistance .
That’s a nice incentive for VA qualified purchasers.
If you are selling a home on the North Fork of Long Island, and have a prospective buyer that might fall into the parameters of any NYSMA program, understand it to develop a selling strategy.
The website www.nyhomes.org provides time frames for buyer qualification. Knowing how long a program takes might offer a bit more clarity for a move in date. And a move out date. Having a good feel for a closing date works for all involved.
If you are buying a home on the North Fork of Long Island, awareness of loan programs provides an edge, and possibly more buying power.
For example: For a first time buyer seeking a “fix up” property, check out the Remodel New York term sheet.
The site provides all income level requirements, purchase price requirements, and parameters, as well as all lenders that are participants.
As many eye a fix up property as an opportunity, a loan program like the above might be interesting.
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I'm going to repost this, since it is sure to be a big turnout.
The 38th annual event will take place on Sunday, July 6th.
Hosted by the Cutchogue Lions Club, the location will be
at the Capital One Bank Operations Center on the Main Rd. (rt. 25) in Mattituck.
Enjoy the movie from a previous show!
The Cutchogue Lions Club will be hosting a HUGE LOCAL EVENT, the Classic Car Show.
For car lovers all over Long Island, this event brings the best of the best, and offers classic car lovers the opportunity to appreciate the work and dedication present with Classic Car Restoration.
The event will take place on Sunday, July 6th. Please visit the above site for additional details/directions- it's certain to be a fun day for all.
Denise and Greg say, "Hope to see you there!"
Options Realty: Proudly serving the North Fork of Long Island.
Photo: Denise & Greg - Copyright 2007 Options Realty
Authored by: Laurie Mindnich
May 18th, 2008
On an otherwise uneventful day, I happened to meet a couple visiting our area.
Through the course of our conversation, Jean mentioned that she does embroidery. Interested, because the look of embroidery for logos is so much nicer than a transfer type look, I asked about her specialties.
Mentioning that logos are one of her areas of expertise, she offered to send me a catalogue of items, in addition to a sample of the embroidery of our logo.
I was absolutely shocked when, within a few days, I received a sweatshirt in the mail, fully embroidered and beautifully done, with our logo- I was simply astonished.
THAT was Jeans “sample” for me- a sweatshirt that had PERFECT STITCHING on the flawless logo.
Now completely intrigued, I asked about baseball hats with the logo- we’re having an outdoor party, and want to make sure that the “sphere” exits with Options. Real Estate is a “remember I’m here” business, even with family.
Today, three days after our conversation, I received in the mail the hat pictured above. It’s so gorgeous that I had to photograph it in an artsy way (can you tell how thrilled that I am)?
Without quoting prices, I will mention that these hats are INEXPENSIVE, but look like a MILLION. My next order will include black hats- and there will be a “next” order.
It’s so hard today to experience a business that responds immediately; offers quality at a low price; and clearly takes pride in what they provide to the consumer- and when it happens, the individual responsible often doesn’t know how appreciated the integrity level is. JEAN, AND JV EMBROIDERY, WE APPRECIATE YOU!
If you need anything embroidered, JV Embroidery is located in Hicksville, NY (Long Island). Jean does all kinds of embroidery- it’s terrific (and terrifically inexpensive) for the real estate contingent- hats, visors, t-shirts, etc.
Quality merchandise for marketing never goes out of style.
Whether it’s a single item or a ton, check out the offerings. I can only tell you that I was amazed.
Jean and Vinny, may your business burst at the seams- just not on my orders.
JV Embroidery
45 Charles Street
Hicksville, New York 11801
1-516-827-9209
Oh- and if you’re looking for property in the North fork area of Long Island, give us a call- maybe you can have a hat, too!
Authored by: Sean Stark
The following is data collected from mlsli indicating properties that have gone under contract on the North Fork from each village / town and hamlet from April 01, 2008 through April 29, 2008:
Aquebogue NY: 2 sold; $350k*, $469,9k
Baiting Hollow NY: 5 sold; $70k*, $165k*, $409,9k, $479,9k, $519,9k
Calverton NY: 1 sold; $159,9k
Cutchogue NY: 2 sold; $779,7k, $1,399m
East Marion NY: 2 sold; $399k, $449k
Greenport NY: 1 sold; $399k
Jamesport NY: 2 sold; $529,9k, $599,9k
Mattituck NY: 1 sold; $415k
New Suffolk NY: 1 sold; $749k
Riverhead NY: 16 sold; $74,9k, $82,5k, $89k, $119,9k, $155,5k, $180k, $199,9k, $199,9k, $249,9k, $279k, $299k, $299k, $299k, $350k, $379k, $609,5k
Southold NY: 5 sold; $395k, $549k, $1,650m, $13,294m*
For the purposes of this update, “sold” refers to under contract; * indicates “closed” pricing.
For condominium reports, scroll down.
If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in any village/town on the North Fork of Long Island, email us for a comprehensive look at your area- we’ll get right back with you!
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Authored by: Options Realty
April 28th, 2008
Vacation/Retirement Condos on the North Fork of Long Island- April 2008 Report
The following is an update of condo sales/closings for the North Fork of Long Island April 1-April 28, 2008. Areas reported:
Aquebogue NY
Baiting Hollow NY
Riverhead NY
Jamesport NY
Southold NY
East Marion NY
Greenport NY
April 1, 2008 through April 28, 2008 results:
Total condos available: 92
Total condos sold: 4
Available condos can be viewed by going to “North Fork Condos”, entering desired location, and proceeding to properties on the MLSLI (multi list service). Click on “more info”, and photographs/details will appear. To view any properties of interest, call or email us:
Options Realty: 631-727-2227
email: stark@optionsrealty.com
All information is deemed reliable, obtained from a third party (mlsli) but not guaranteed.
Photos: 2008 Options Realty - Laurie Mindnich
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