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Negative equity in homes has gotten less negative! (Video)

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Since the financial crisis and subsequent price devastation in the real estate market that began around 2007-2008, home prices have rebounded and by extension the number of American homeowners suffering negative equity or underwater mortgages has declined! In 2013 alone 3.9 million mortgages rose to positive equity positions with the percentage of mortgages that are […]

How do you choose a real estate agent?

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For example let’s say you want to buy or sell a home or commercial property on Long Island or in New York City! Some of the property legwork can be accomplished on your own but when it comes time to seek the help and advice of a real estate professional, how would you choose between […]

Best home improvements if you are going to be selling! (Video)

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An article in The Hallmark Abstract Sentinel yesterday, ‘Tips for negotiating the purchase your first new home!‘, presented some tactics for first-time home buyers to use when trying to negotiate the best price with the selling home owners! But what about some strategies that the current homeowner can use to maximize the value of their house […]

Mistakes to avoid when choosing the listing agent for your home!

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Follow @Hallmark Abstract Service A list of nine mistakes sellers should avoid when choosing the listing agent for their home! When the time comes to sell your home it is often a difficult decision that ultimately gets made for any one of a number of reasons. For instance sellers may be downsizing with the children […]