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HIGH RANCH IN THE HEART OF ANNADALE

17 RATHBUN AVENUE

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

ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL AND COMPLETELY UPDATED HIGH RANCH IN THE HEART OF ANNADALE. FEATURES EVERYTHING BRAND NEW FROM TOP TO BOTTOM INCLUDING A KITCHEN AND 3 BATHROOMS. AND IF THAT WASN'T ENOUGH THEN THIS HOUSE ALSO FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW ELECTRIC, APPLIANCES, NEW PELLA WINDOWS, ETC. THERE IS PLENTY OF SPACE WITH A LARGE BEDROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR THAT HAS ITS OWN PRIVATE BATHROOM. IT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR SEVERAL EXPRESS BUSES TO THE CITY, AS WELL AS, NEAR PLENTY OF AREAS TO SATISFY ANY SHOPPING NEEDS. ALSO, TO WRAP UP NEIGHBORHOOD THERE IS ALSO A NEARBY PARK WHERE YOU CAN SPEND…

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When you're packing all your furniture or items from your old home into your new house, it can be overwhelming. You have to worry about not breaking the items, choosing and calling the moving companies, thinking of what to pack, etc. 

 

Regardless of how difficult things might be, Tom Crimmins Realty knows best with these useful packing tips:

1. Find and Pick Out Moving Companies

Before you move to your new home, you should find and hire a moving company. There are many options online, you have to find the one catered to your budget and location. Whether you are moving to another borough, blvd, avenue, or street, keep an eye out for the perfect moving company for you. For more advice, click here. 

2. Donate, Sell, or Get Rid of Some Things

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When you're moving from your old home into your new Staten Island home, you want to keep your furniture tidy as possible. If you don't, the furniture could become extremely messy, which won't match the beauty of your brand new home.

So, here are some tips to help you out:

1. Needed Supplies

In order to keep your furniture from any damages, you should have these items in stock:

  1. Basic Tools for disassembling furniture like screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
  2. Plastic Bags 
  3. Plastic Trash Bags
  4. Cardboard Boxes
  5. Masking Tape
  6. Newsprint/Newspaper
  7. Bubble Wrap
  8. Furniture Dolly

You can wrap your furniture with items from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7. Then, wrap or cover those materials with masking tape to tightly secure your furniture. If you…

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9 Oak Street

The house address is 9 OAK ST, STATEN ISLAND, 10305. The house features alluring 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The bathrooms have a bathtub and a nice shower. Additionally, There is really nice hardwood flooring throughout the house in the living room and dining room. The kitchen has white cabinets, and it's neatly furnished. One bonus to the house is a nice large built-in garage for your car! It also includes a private yard for you to go outside and relax. This house is close to express buses and the Verrazano bridge. .IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR MORE HOMES IN STATEN ISLAND PLEASE CLICK HERE TO BE DIRECTED TO OUR WEBSITE TO VIEW MORE OF OUR MLS LISTINGS AND/OR CONTACT US AT 718-370-3200 DURING OFFICE HOURS. WE OFFER A LARGE SELECTION OF…

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The Conference House (also known as the "Billopp House") is a historic house on the South Shore of Staten Island, in the beloved neighborhood of Tottenville. It was built in the 16th century and is famous for holding the Staten Island Peace Conference on September 11, 1776. 

History

Captain Christopher Billopp came to America in 1674 after years of service in the Royal Navy. He was given a land patent on almost one thousand acres on the southernmost tip of Staten Island. Archaeological evidence shows that the Raritan band of the Lenape camped in the area and used the location of a burial ground, now known as Burial Ridge. 

According to legend, Captain Billopp's seamanship secured Staten Island to New York, rather than to New Jersey - a bet was…

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Why Should We Improve Our Dining Rooms?

Many people have dining rooms in their house even if it's part of their kitchen. It is one of the most important rooms to be featured in the sale of a home due to how often homeowners socially interact in the space that can be found at the heart of any family's get-together. Dining rooms are not just for eating with the family however, as they are often also used for hosting food parties, having game nights, or interacting with our friends and family. This particular room is special because we can bond over the simplest things with our friends and family while we enjoy our meals. After all, food makes us very happy, and we want to express that happiness in the dining room also!

Some Tips to Improve our Dining…

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Remodeling any part of your home can be a hefty task. If it is your first time remodeling it is even more intimidating. Today we are focusing on remodeling your bathroom and if you haven't before, you may not have given any though to the bathroom fixtures. It isn't simply just choosing a faucet so here are some tips on remodeling your bathroom. 

The initial step after deciding to remodel is definitely the budget. Setting a spending limit is crucial because it will help keep you from being led astray by expensive yet beautiful fixtures. Make sure you set  comfortable amount as your limit and try your hardest not to exceed the amount, and most importantly, make sure you love what you choose. 

It is easy to be overwhelmed by choices so prioritize what…

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Lets be honest, the products for our pooches can be a little on the pricey side. However, you can still spoil your pets without draining your wallet. Here are some simple DIYS that you wish you would've known about earlier.

 

Homemade Ice Pops

Dogs can get overheated in the summer, especially short nosed breeds, so it's important to take precautions to make sure your pup stays cool! However, not only is this treat yummy, it also helps them from getting over heated. To make this yummy treat, you will need :

  1. 1 Large Frozen Banana
  2. 2 Tablespoons of Natural Peanut Butter 
  3. 2 Tablespoons of Honey
  4. 17.6 Ounce Container of Plain Greek Nonfat Yogurt
  5. Sturdy Dog Chews

Step One - Add the frozen banana, peanut butter, and honey into the…

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Many home buyers have thought they found the perfect Staten Island house, signed the dotted line and believe they’ve watched enough home improvement shows to know if they’re getting a good deal. And then some make the mistake of skipping a home inspection in order to save a little cash. Do the right thing by you and your dream home and hire a home inspector!

The home inspection consists of a very detailed look throughout the home. The main goal of a home inspection is to make sure that the home is safe to live in.For example, the inspector will take a close look at the roof to make sure it is well intact. They will also check to see if there is any structural or mechanical damage such as broken heating systems, or a collapsing floor. The basement will…

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Right in the heart of Staten Island, just minutes away from the Staten Island Mall, lies Lighthouse Hill, a quaint neighborhood full of greenery and large, open houses. Lighthouse Hill lies right between a large array of parks and is only minutes away from both the mall and historic Richmond Town, giving residents a way to experience any range of environments. The hill's name comes from Staten Island Range Lighthouse, also called the Ambrose Channel Range Light, or affectionately called the Staten Island Light. The lighthouse is the rear range lighthouse companion to the West Bank Lighthouse. 

About the lighthouse

A 90-foot tower built in 1912, it sits about 5 miles northwest of its companion, 141 feet above sea level on Lighthouse Hill (also called…

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