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Cheap Home Renovations

Your home is your sanctuary, your personal space. It should be a place that is welcoming to both you and others. When you buy a home from Tom Crimmins Realty, you are buying not just a house, but a place of potential: of memories, growth, and comfort for years to come. For our eager buyers, there is nothing more exciting than decorating their new home to their personal style. But often, as we get busy and caught up in our lives, years pass by, and our home decor falls to the wayside. Professional renovations can be complicated and costly, not to mention the weeks spent dealing with strangers in your home. But fret not, here are a few do-it-yourself tips to bring the life back into your home.

Paint, Paint, Paint

Do you feel like your house is dull…

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Eminent Domain: The Terrifying Thing the Government Can Do to You

The government can take your home or any property of yours at a whim. This is not the same as the IRS taking your home because you owe them money; the government has the power to take private property for public use by a state, municipality, or private person or corporation authorized to exercise functions for public character, following the payment of just compensation to the owner of that property.  

This government right is called Eminent Domain. 

How Does It Work? 

You own or live in a house and there is going to be a new highway built or a further expansion of an already existing one to relieve the congestive traffic. In order to do this, the state needs to find room to expand the highway, and your home happens to be in the best location for…

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SI Live's Home of The Week! " Country Living in the City!"

Definitely a Home You Won't Want to Miss!

We've mentioned this gorgeous home and here it is again, this time on SI Live! Welcome to 465 Henderson Avenue located in peaceful Randall Manor. When you arrive at this stunning home, you'll soon find it to be a slice of country living hidden away in the city. Huge amounts of land included in this property, the backyard sprawls out with room for your hearts desires. But let's not focus on just the yard, as the home itself is stunning in of itself. The article found on SI Live showcases all of the photos of the property and highlights some of the lovely features which you can read about on their website, and you can also read more on our page about 465 Henderson Here. When you enter this house, it'll feel…

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65 Van Pelt Avenue | Staten Island, NY | 10303

This gorgeous oversized two family home has recently been completely renovated. It sits on a huge lot and includes a two car detached garage. The interior of the home is bright and airy with hardwood floor throughout.  Located in Mariners Harbor with a bunch of shopping centers, restaurants, and bus routes around. This house in the perfect location with extremely convenient living. This house has a total of 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a fully finished basement with access to a side yard. Also features a 5 car driveway! Live here and have a great income from renting out the 2nd unit or even invest here and rent out both units! 

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27 Lakeview Terrace, Staten Island, New York

This stunning lakeside retreat home with a water view will simply take your breath away. This 2 bedroom, 2 and a half bathroom home is located near the Staten Island Train, Verrazano Narrows Bridge, and express bus stops for easy access off the island to New Jersey, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.  It's a great place to  kick back and relax, with a huge lounging area, hot tub, and outdoor shower. Inside you'll find a very modern taste kitchen with all stainless appliances. A living room with a fireplace for a very cozy winter and a dining room with a breathtaking water view. Work from home? There's a private office with plenty of space to work in…

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Easy Ways to Travel From Staten Island

Being stranded on an island is a terrifying occurrence, however that is never the case on Staten Island. If you're ever feeling like you're stuck in a rut, traveling to and from Staten Island is an easy feat due to its limitless forms and availability of transportation. 

Free Modes of Public Transportation

Free modes of transportation such as the Staten Island Rail Road or the SIRR brings you across the island all the way from South Shore at Tottenville station to the last stop, Saint George Ferry station all the way in North Shore. The last stop on the SIRR connects you to the Saint George Ferry Terminal which is a completely free and convenient ferry terminal that travels to and from Manhattan and Staten Island. From there you can enjoy the…

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366 Bryson Avenue Sold!

 Congratulations to Peter and Evelyn on the sale of their home! We here at Tom Crimmins Realty wish you only the best in your new home, wherever that may be, and we hope its all that you dreamed it would be.

Congratulations as well to Paula West-Mejia on another job well done! Keep up the great work!

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254 Oakwood Avenue Sold!

 Congratulations to Daniel Price and Adam Bronko on the sale of 254 Oakwood Ave! These two agents of ours are on a roll this summer!

Congratulations to the new homeowners of Oakwood as well as the former homeowners of Oakwood, we hope your new homes are even better than the last!

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45 Kingsbridge Avenue Sold!

Congratulations to Abe and Sheri Aruch on another job well done, keep up the good work, your on a roll!

Congratulations as well to the previous homeowners, we here at Tom Crimmins Realty wish that wherever you go, your new home feels like home!

The new homeowners of 45 Kingsbridge Ave, we wish you only the best and hope that your new home is even more memorable than the last!

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345 72nd Street | Brooklyn | NY | 11209

This two family, attached, 2,000 square foot, home is located in the lovely neighborhood of Bay Ridge which is in Brooklyn. The basement is full and finished. There are five spacious bedrooms, three total bathrooms. The back and front yards are both maintenance free.

Being located in a friendly neighborhood with convenient stores, restaurants, banks, transportation,  other amenities, this home is surely in move in condition. 

If interested, please contact: 

Francine Gilberto

A NYS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

 718-986-7950

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