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Closing Costs Made Simple!

Closing costs are fees paid at the home closing, which is when the title of a residence is transferred from the seller to the buyer. These costs typically include real estate commissions, escrow fees, document recording fees, lawyer fees, title insurance fees, survey fees, and taxes. These costs can also include the expenses the home has incurred by buyers and sellers during any negotiations. Closing costs vary widely based on where you live, the property you buy, and the type of loan you choose.

What "Costs" Are There?

 Here is a list of fees that may be included in closing: 

• Application Fee: This fee covers the cost for the lender to process your application. 
• Appraisal: This is paid to the appraisal company to confirm the fair…

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The Monthly Newsletter from US Mortgage Corp for March 2018

TRIGGER LEADS HURTING BORROWERS, SAYS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) wrote to Congress on February 21st of this year seeking a ban on the sale of trigger leads.

THESE U.S. REGIONS WOULD FEEL GSE REFORM THE MOST Discussion of GSE reform has heated up once again.

SURVEY SAYS: CONSUMERS WARY OF EMBRACING DIGITAL IDENTITY Digital identity is an electronically verified set of attributes that uniquely describe a person and can be beneficial in providing simplified application…

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98 Parkview Loop | Bulls Head, Staten Island

Enclosed insulted porch leads you into this two bedroom condo.

Level 1: living/dining room combo, kitchen, fully tiled 1/2 bath, laundry with year old washer/dryer.

Level 2: master bedroom with walk in closet, 2nd bedroom and fully tiled main bath, large linen closet and pull down attic stairs.

Very Conveniently located in the heart of Bulls Head. Close to grocery, bank, restaurants, NYC transportation, easy access to SI expressway and minuted to the Staten Island Mall.

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18 Park Court | Silver Lake, Staten Island

Desirable Silver Lake Courts. Better than new 2013 Side Hall Colonial features a 2 story entry with an open concept floor plan. A banquet sized dining room, laundry, powder room, an amazing eat in kitchen with Vanilla cabinetry - Expresso glazed, highlighted by granite counter tops and Island and High End stainless appliances (Wolf and SubZero) with access to deck/ yard.

Opens to family room with remote fireplace, gleaming rich hardwood floors abound, wainscoting and crown moldings throughout illustrate the craftsmanship of this fine home. Second floor features: 2 incredible lavish baths, and 4 bedrooms including the En Suite Master, pull down attic access. Lower level: spacious recreation room, 3/4 bath, child's playhouse, side entry, utility room,…

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56 Trent Street | Bay Terrace, Staten Island

Situated on a charming tree lined street in Bay Terrace, Staten Island, sits this spacious 2 family detached home - in need of a little TLC. Hardwood floors throughout, this home features a 2nd floor apartment with 3 bedrooms and lots of closet space. You also have 1 full bathroom, large eat-in-kitchen and a combo living/dining room. 

This 1st floor apartment has 2 bedrooms with lots of closet space as well, 1 full bath, eat-in-kitchen and combo living/dining room. Finished basement has full bath and sliders that take you out onto the backyard patio. 

Set on a 50' x 100' plot with a front, side and backyard - this home can be a great investment opportunity.

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Condo Vs House: Which Is Best For Your Lifestyle?

Some people love living in condos, while others prefer a Staten Island home. When it comes to deciding between the two, you can't always rely on someone else’s word. You need to form your own opinions and see what suits your needs. Staten Island condo living and home ownership are two radically different experiences, and serve two very different types of lifestyles. Here are a few considerations if you’re trying to decide which you should invest in.

House: Best If You Have A Furry Friend

Depending on your family pet or furry friend's size and species (like bird), you may want to consider a detached house over a condo, simply for the amount of space available. If you have dogs, you should consider that many condominiums don't allow certain numbers,…

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106 Lexington Avenue | Port Richmond, Staten Island

Perfect home for first time buyers in Port Richmond, Staten Island! Brand new from top to bottom featuring beautiful hardwood floors, kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, large finished attic with extra room. Full basement can easily be finished. Centrally located in Port Richmond Center - this home is a must see!

Contact Ross Buxbaum for more information and to set up a showing appointment in this entirely renovated Port Richmond, Staten Island home at (718) 619-7976

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The Staten Island's Seller's Real Estate Market

The Staten Island real estate market is forever changing. We are without a doubt in a true seller's market. In a normal Staten Island market or at least the trend that has been going on for the last 7 to 10 years we historically have approximately 3500 homes for sale at all times. Well get ready for this this. 

We currently have only about 1000 homes for sale on Staten Island! What does this mean? Basically with inventory this low, prices have gone substantially up. Homes listed are selling quickly and sometimes through bidding wars.

What does this mean for buyers?

A buyer cannot be choosy or drag their feet. They have to be very aggressive and make sure they are working with an aggressive and experienced real estate agent. 

It is a seller's…

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218 Decker Ave | Port Richmond, Staten Island

You'll love this charming Colonial, corner property on an over-sized lot with meticulously landscaped trees and shrubs in Port Richmond, Staten Island. Four bedrooms, formal dining and living rooms, eat in kitchen, sunroom, new roof and windows, high ceilings and wood trim. Convenient public transportation, including express buses to NYC, New Jersey and Staten Island Ferry., Lively, well established community with nearby shopping.

Call Patricia Paolillo to set up a showing appointment for this Port Richmond, Staten Island home at (347) 424-7051.

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How to Stage Your Home in Just a Few Minutes

In an ideal situation, a seller will have ample time to prepare a Staten Island home to list for sale. This may include time to make necessary repairs, to thoroughly clean the home from top to bottom and properly stage. However, in those cases when time is not available to complete all of these steps, there are a few necessary steps that should be followed to get the home in show-ready condition in a very short period of time.

De-Clutter As Much As Possible

De-cluttering the home is an important step in staging, and this is because it can make the home look cleaner and can show off the square footage in the home. When time for staging is limited, it may be necessary to simply hide items away in closets, cabinets and drawers. Wishful thinking - these…

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