A MODERN WATERFRONT MASTERPIECE
When the owners of 25 Rebellion Road commissioned architect Ray Huff to design their home, they had a very specific vision in mind. They wanted a modern and clean design that would have little to no wasted space. Huff combined their vision with his unique design style and crafted a home that is truly one […]
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American Confidence In Housing At An All-Time High
Fannie Mae just released the July edition of their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). The HPSI takes information regarding consumers’ confidence in the real estate market from Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey and condenses it into a single number. Therefore, the HPSI reflects consumers’ current views and forward-looking expectations of housing market conditions. Great News! The index reached its highest level since Fannie […]
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Rent Vs Own
Owning your own home vs. renting may lead to some great options, such as locking in your monthly payments and having the freedom to customize your living space. Whether you rent or own, you have to cover someone’s mortgage costs. You may as well be doing so to build your own wealth, rather than that […]
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Amazon is selling entire houses for less than $20,000 – with free shipping
There are a number of strange but intriguing cabins and homes for sale on the internet giant — their prices may be shockingly low, but there are often additional costs and significant downsides Residential builders have found a new home: Amazon. Prefabricated and modular housing — with homes prebuilt in factories — is having another […]
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Here’s what a starter home will cost you in every state across the country
A “starter home,” a temporary stop on the way to that coveted “forever home” of the American Dream, is defined by Zillow Z, +0.23% as housing in the lower third of the market in terms of price. For years, inventory of these smaller, more affordable homes has been drying up amid nosebleed real-estate prices and the younger generation’s […]
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Should I Refinance My Home?
With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to refinance? There are many reasons to refinance, but here are three of the most common ones: Lower your interest […]
Read MoreThe Cost Of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition
Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2020. The higher your interest rate, the more money you will end up paying for your home and the higher your monthly payment will be. Rates are still low right now – don’t wait until they hit 5% to start searching for your dream home! […]
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Never Be Bored This Summer on Long Island
Lobster rolls, outdoor bars and strolls through history. Now that the chill is in our rear view mirrors and warmer days are straight ahead, it’s prime time to enjoy the food, drink and scenery we lust after when a Pulse article pops up on Facebook. Consider this guide, which is based on page views, the ultimate […]
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6 Amazing Places to Camp on Long Island
We have it all here. The greatest city in the world at our fingertips, top-rated beaches, wineries to rival any on the West Coast, incredible dining and…camping. Yep…camping. Fans of sleeping under the stars really have no reason whatsoever to cross a bridge. Here are two reasons why local happy campers should consider staying put. […]
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Summer in the City
When summer finally breaks through to warm the winter-weary of New York, the beaches of Queens should be at the top of your seasonal to-do list. The Rockaways are making their comeback as urbanites look for a beach oasis within city boundaries. Sandy spots are welcoming beach bags under umbrellas, in quiet spots that feel […]
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