Tom Crimmins Realty Blog - Real estate

Tourist Views from the Staten Island Ferry

Views from the Ferry:

The Staten Island Ferry is a passenger ferry service run by NYC’s Department of Transportation. It is a free way to travel between the boroughs of Manhattan and Staten Island. The ferry travels a single route around New York Harbor for 5.2 miles in roughly 15-20 minutes on average. The ferry is located in St. George of Staten Island and travels to Whitehall of Manhattan. The Staten Island Ferry is not necessarily only used by tourists as it is also used by commuters but there are still beautiful views that can be caught during the ride.

While traveling on the Staten Island Ferry, there are many tourist views that can be spotted during the ride. Traveling on the Ferry gives the people the opportunity to see the skyline of…

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27 Prices Lane

RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED FOR SALE IN TRAVIS

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Welcome to 27 Prices Lane! This single family home is located in Travis. Conveniently located close to shopping, transportation, and restaurants. This is a 2600 sq ft home and has everything you could possibly need. The first floor is open concept and has a living room, dining room, bedroom, and kitchen. The kitchen leads to the gorgeous gazebo right outside. The second floor has 4 large bedrooms, the master bedroom has a private bathroom and a walk-in closet. The finished attic can be used as an extra room or for storage. This home has 3 zones gas heat and 2 zones…

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1100 Clove Road Unit 5O

RESIDENTIAL - APARTMENT - CO-OP FOR SALE IN CLOVE LAKE

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Welcome to The Fountains! Unit 5-O could be yours! This building has so much to offer. The Fountains is a luxury high-rise building with a 24 hour door man, in ground pool, and laundry room in the building. All utilities and taxes are included in your monthy maintainence fee. This unit is located on the fifth floor and features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 three-quarter bathroom. The unit has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, a terrace, and a lot of closet space! This unit is overlooking the Clove Lake Park. Just a shot distance to the park,…

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37 David Street

RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED FOR SALE IN GREAT KILLS

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Welcome to David Street! This gorgeous home is located on a beautiful tree-lined street. This home sits on a 6,000 sq ft property with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1 3/4 bathroom. Hardwood floors are all through out this gorgeous home. The first floor features the living room, dining room, kitchen, and a 3/4 bathroom. The second floor features 3 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. The long driveway and garage allows for easy parking every time. The front,side, and back yards are big and would be great for entertaining. This house is close to shopping,…

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151 Dawson Circle

RESIDENTIAL - TWO FAMILY - DETACHED FOR SALE IN BULLSHEAD

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Welcome to 151 Dawson Circle! This 2 family home has been renovated from the top to bottom! This gorgeous home invites you with European doors. The main unit of this home features 2 master bedrooms, 2 bedrooms, 3/4 bathroom, 1/2 bathroom, a living room, dining room, and a kitchen with energy efficient appliances. The second unit features a kitchen, living room, dining room, 2 bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Beautiful hardwood floors and tiling are all throughout this home. The large front,back, and side yard are perfect for entertaining guests and you can even turn…

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What is a Handyman Special?

Pros & Cons of a Handyman Special:

When it comes to buying or selling a home, have you ever heard of the term “The Handyman Special.” It is a specific home being sold at a lower price due to the amount of work and repairs that are needed to be put back into the house. Houses that need lots of restorments and work are known as the Handyman Special. Finding your ideal house at an affordable price is proving to be almost impossible or are you interested in a fantastic deal on your future house? Or the complete opposite, are you looking to flip a home? There are several factors that might influence your decision to buy a handyman special as your future house. Investing in these homes could be beneficial based on the amount of work that has to be put…

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Rising Insurance Costs

Guest Blog by: Jude Romano - Founder & CEO of The Insurance Goat

One of topics at top of the surface today... is rising insurance cost.

It's important for consumers to understand what is going on and why a big change in pricing. The cost to rebuild a home has gone up significantly due to material cost rising. The insurance companies are raising coverages due to the rising cost to rebuild.

The cost of insurance from a year ago is up between 25-40%. Within good reason of inflation hitting even the insurance industry. Some best practices are available to help mitigate some of the increases.

For tips on how to reduce rates be sure to stay in touch with The Insurance Goat. Call us @ 1-833 INS GOAT, visit us @ www.theinsurancegoat.com & Follow us…

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The 2/1 Buydown

Guest Blog by: Daniel Boxman of Think Mortgage

In today’s current rising rate environment, many buyers are taking advantage of the 2/1 rate buydown. This loan product has been available for a while but has gained popularity over the last month or two due to the increase in mortgage rates. The 2/1 buydown gives buyers the ability to lower their interest rate 2% below the current market rate for the first 12 months of their mortgage payments and 1% below for the next 12 months before the rate increases to the current market rate in which the loan was locked.

For example: if the current market rate is 6.75% and the buyer uses the 2/1 buydown, their first 12 mortgage payments will be at 4.75%. Their next 12 payments will be at 5.75% and on the 3rd year…

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154 Kell Avenue

RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED FOR SALE IN WESTERLEIGH

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Come make this house your home. This house is located in the popular neighborhood Westerleigh. This lovely 3 bedroom house features an eat-in kitchen, an oversized 26x45 full finished basement, and a door to the rear yard. The first floor features a dining room, kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and 2 spacious bedrooms. The basement has the potential to add bedrooms, home office, and become an entertaining room. This home is fully alarmed. Make sure to book your appointment today!

Tom Crimmins Realty! It’s more than just buying and selling houses.…

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567 Delafield Avenue

RESIDENTIAL - SINGLE FAMILY - DETACHED FOR SALE IN WEST BRIGHTON

THIS HOUSE FOR SALE CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE TOMCRIMMINSREALTY.COM AS WELL AS NYC.FLEXMLS.COM (MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE)

Welcome to 567 Delafield Avenue! This gorgeous colonial home sits on a charming tree lined block. This home could use some updating. This house boasts 9' ceilings hidden above the dropped ceiling...Hardwood floors are underneath the carpeting! This house has 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 half bathroom. The front yard, side yard, and back yard are all spacious and perfect for entertaining. The side porch is gorgeous and can be used all year around. In 2022 a brand new house to street sewer line and water main were replaced. The hot water heater and roof…

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