Category Archives: Tips & Advice

Dear Maura; When Brokers Get Caught in the Middle?

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Maura Jarach

Several months ago I helped a great couple sell their home which after living there for over 20 years was in fair condition. Certain areas of the property were a bit dated. With a little staging we were up & running & the … Continue reading →

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Dear Maura: The Emotions of Moving; Can I Afford to Move?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Maura Jarach

As an agent we’re always excited by a call to visit a potential client’s home to take a look and evaluate the property. The most frequently asked question regardless of the property’s size: “Is this the best time to put … Continue reading →

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Dear Maura: The Emotions of Moving; Change is Scary!

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Maura Jarach

I was recently invited to a potential client’s home to visit and assess their choices regarding selling & buying. For privacy lets call her Susan. So, Susan hasn’t moved in 24 years! Can you imagine how the functions of the … Continue reading →

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Real Estate Industry Discovers Importance of Consumer

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Douglas Heddings

Yes you read that correctly. Two times per year, one of the largest real estate conferences is held to discuss new technology and innovations to assist real estate professionals in improving their businesses. I have spoken a few times on … Continue reading →

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Rent Stabilization, Rent Control, and Shadow Inventory on NY1 News

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Douglas Heddings

Our very own Kristin Hurd is featured on NY1′s Ask the Expert segment today with the second part of the segment to air Monday. Check it out: Experts Explain Real Estate Lingo

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Social Media is Incredibly Humbling

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Douglas Heddings

I find the prospect of staying connected in the world of social media a bit overwhelming at times.  For those who know me, I do my best to utilize most of the social media “channels” in both my business and … Continue reading →

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My Continuing Education

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Michelle Churchill

As brokers, we become so focused on closing the deal that we forget a huge piece of each and every transaction involves real live people. I have been a broker for years. I’m a good broker, but I think a … Continue reading →

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Price Reductions: Don’t Take Them Personally…Agents!

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Douglas Heddings

That’s right! I am referring to agents who get personally attached to properties that they are representing for sale. Some readers may remember my post way back in May 2006 regarding my love affair with an Upper West Side penthouse. … Continue reading →

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To Stage or Not to Stage; That is the Question!

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Maura Jarach

Often times I’m asked as a broker whether staging is worth it-will it “really help”? The answer is a resounding YES! I think the idea scares some homeowners because they have a perception that it’s an all or nothing proposition. Staging … Continue reading →

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2011 NYC Summer Events Calendar

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Douglas Heddings

Check out our newly released Summer Events Calendar to keep up to date on all of the fun and exciting happenings in the NYC area this summer.

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