It's that time again.  Summer is here, the weather is nice, why not take a stroll to one of our many weekly open houses!

 

    OPEN HOUSE

     SUNDAY 6/24

   1-4 PM

RESIDENTIAL

88-16 RUTLEDGE AVE 

GLENDALE, $649K

CHARMING TUDOR BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED THAT OFFERS HARDWOOD FLRS, LR W/ FIREPLACE, FORMAL DR, EIK THAT LEADS TO A SUNNY REAR DECK, 1/2 BATH, SPACIOUS MBR W/ LG CLOSETS, MASTER BATH W. JACUZZI TUB, LG 2ND BR W/ LG CLOSETS, 3RD BR, F.BATH W. STEAM SHOWER RM. FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT W/ FAMILY RM, FIREPLACE, .5 BATH, LAUNDRY RM, LOTS OF STORAGE & CLOSET SPACE.

    

HOSTED BY AFSHIN & DIANE

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CO-OPS

102-36 64TH AVENUE #3A

FOREST HILLS, $185K

SPACIOUS & SUNNY 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH OPEN VIEWS. LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH DINING AREA, RENOVATED & WINDOWED EAT-IN-KITCHEN WITH PANTRY, WINDOWED BATHROOM, GREAT CLOSET SPACE, BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS.
 

HOSTED BY ANDREW
 
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102-55 67TH DRIVE #6J

FOREST HILLS, $349K

BEAUTIFUL 2B-2B, ONE BATH TOTALLY RENOVATED, TOP FLOOR, HARDWOOD FLOOR, EIK, FORMAL DINING, SUNNY, CLOSETS GALORE, ONE BLOCK TO TRANSPORTATION
 
HOSTED BY MARGARET
 
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65-41 BOOTH STREET #3A

REGO PARK, $198K

VERY LARGE RENOVATED 1 BEDROOM. DINING/FOYER, LIVING ROOM, BEDROOM, BATH. HIGH CEILINGS, WOOD FLOORS, RENOVATED KITCHEN, LOTS OF CABINETS. MINT CONDITION.
  
HOSTED BY NANCY & JEFFREY
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THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS IS CLOSER THEN YOU THINK! 

Once More U.S. Senate May Approve Home Tax Credit Extension

Once more, the U.S. Senate may approve an extension on the home buyer tax credit as new home buyers struggle to complete their new home transactions. The terms to extend the home buyer credit will give buyers more time to close on their home.

Only homeowners who have already signed their sales contract before April 30th will be eligible for the newest tax credit extension. Even home builders are scrambling to meet the tight deadlines to finish the homes they have started. Builders around most of the nation are required to have a certificate of occupancy attesting that the home is finished or that it meets building codes.

The Realtors® group helped push for this extra extension. Therefore, the $140 million cost will be funded by refusing businesses the ability to deduct from their taxes penalizing damages that are paid when losing lawsuits for judgments.

The tax extension proposal was approved by a Senate vote of approval 60 – 37. Another proposal was also added to the bill, which will extend benefits for those who have lost their jobs. This extension, if approved, will go through the end of November.

This is not the first time the home buyer tax credit has been extended. Now, only time will tell if the big finale will be extended once again.

Money Saving Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Many people who didn’t take advantage of the first-time buyer tax credit are still planning to purchase a home this year. Therefore, we’ve got some money saving tips for first-time homebuyers who want to save money since they missed out on such a big tax credit.

A few simple, yet smart steps in the wealth of opportunities in today’s marketplace can save first-time buyers thousands of dollars. So, here are some ways to save:

* Don’t buy a home if you’re not planning to stay – Many people find it hard to commit to staying in one place for more than a few years. So, if you’re one of those who find it hard to commit, owning a home may not be for you just yet. You could end up losing money if you sell sooner than a few years.

* Begin with your credit – Most homebuyers need a mortgage to purchase a home. Therefore, you should make sure your credit is as clean as possible. You can check your credit and get copies of your credit report to see what you need to do to make your credit score more appealing to lenders. If you preview your credit report a few months before you begin your house hunt, you will have time to fix any problems or errors on the report.

* Select carefully between rate and points – When selecting a mortgage, you will usually have the option of paying additional points (a portion of the interest that you pay at closing) in exchange for a lower rate. If you plan on staying in the home more than three years, taking the points could be the better deal. In the long run, a lower interest rate will save you money.

* Using a home inspector – No one wants to buy a home that has a lot of potential problems. A home inspector will give you a clear outlook on what you are buying. A home inspector report will also help you back out of a deal if the house has major problems. It can also help you negotiate the home price when accounting for needed repairs.

* Professional help – Although you can find unlimited access to home listings online, many home buyers find it more helpful when using a professional real estate agent. A professional agent will help you with strategies while bidding on a home and they have your best interests in mind.

Purchasing real estate is always an excellent investment decision and buying a property in the right area will make all the difference. You can find several great communities within Queens County that are worth your visiting.

Making Kew Gardens Your New Home

Making Kew Gardens your new home in Queens, New York can be a great move. The community itself is just east of Forest Park and the neighborhood of Forest Hills and Forest Hills Gardens, making it easily one of the best communities in Queens. Kew Gardens is also an easy 30 minute commute to Midtown Manhattan.

Those seeking to purchase a home in Kew Gardens will find that the area is filled with four and ten story apartment buildings. Many of these apartment buildings are rentals. However, some of them are co-op.

Co-ops make for convenient living in the city. Purchasing a co-op is slightly different than buying a house. When you buy a house, you are buying the property where you live. When you buy a co-op, you are buying into a corporation, which is usually a limited liability (LLC). Once you purchase your shares of the co-op, you have an apartment that you and your family can live in. And, co-ops are generally cheaper than buying other real estate.

So, if you think purchasing a co-op apartment is the best decision for you and your family, then come visit the Kew Gardens community and see what we have to offer.

OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY, 6/6

1-4 PM

68-20 SELFRIDGE STREET #6A 

FOREST HILLS CO-OP     $199K

TOP FLOOR BEAUTIFUL 1 BR, 1 BATH CO-OP. RENOVATED BATHROOM, CALIFORNIA CLOSETS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, OPEN KITCHEN, WESTERN EXPOSURE. RENOVATED LOBBY, SHARED BACKYARD. EXPRESS BUSSES Q53, Q11, Q21, Q54, OM15 EXP, QM12 EXP.

HOSTED BY JEFFREY & ANDREW

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                                                     102-55 67 DRIVE #6J 

FOREST HILLS CO-OP     $349K

BEAUTIFUL 2B-2B, ONE BATH TOTALLY RENOVATED, TOP FLOOR, HARDWOOD FLOOR, EIK, FORMAL DINING, SUNNY, CLOSETS GALORE, ONE BLOCK TO TRANSPORTATION

 

HOSTED BY MARGARET

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92-04 68 AVENUE 

FOREST HILLS HOMES    $825K

DRAMATIC WOLOSOFF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNED ENGLISH TUDOR, SUNKEN LR W/ FPL & LEADED GLASS WINDOWS, 2ND FPL IN BASEMENT

HOSTED BY MARK, SOPHIE, & JOHN

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THE NEW HOME OF YOUR DREAMS

IS CLOSER

THEN YOU THINK!!!

Homebuyer Tips

Are you interested in purchasing a Queens home?  These homebuyer tips will help you in the home buying process:

1. Do Your Homework.  Compare houses of comparable amenities and size in the neighborhoods you are interested in by visiting websites such as trulia.com or zillow.com.  It's important to remember that the prices listed on these sites should be used for reference only, since they can be a few months out of date.  Your Realtor® will be able to get you the most recent figures for houses in a neighborhood.

2. Credit is King.  Nowadays, in order to get a good interest rate, you need a credit score of more than 700.  You will want to go over your credit report to fix any mistakes there may be that can have an adverse affect on your credit score.

3. Get Your Credit Score Free Online.  Go to http://www.annualcreditreport.com/ for your free credit report from one or all of the credit reporting agencies.  This is the only federal government sanctioned site for an absolutely free credit report.  However, you will pay a small fee for your credit score.

4. Consider a Lower Bid.  Since list prices are based on contracts that were placed approximately 3-4 months ago, you may want to consider offering 10-15% below the list price.  The current market value may be lower than those in place at the time of the contract.  Again, your Realtor® will be able to get you the most recent figures for houses in a neighborhood.

5. Get Pre-Approved, Not Pre-Qualified.  In the past, you only needed to be pre-qualified to have an idea of what your price range would be before you looked at a home.  However, times have changed.  Being pre-approved will show you as a serious buyer, help you negotiate your purchase price and let you know exactly how much you have to spend.  Sellers are more confident in a buyer who already has a loan.

6. Consider New Construction.  February marked the fourth month in a row that sales of newly constructed homes fell.  So, there is room to negotiate on prices.  You should always check out the reputation of the builder before you buy.

7. Get an Inspection Report.  It doesn't matter whether you are buying an older home or a brand new one.  You will want to get an inspection done before you buy.  Just because it is a new home, doesn't mean that it will be problem-free.

8. Always Read the Title Report.  You will want to make sure that any new additions are fully permitted with the appropriate agencies.

We hope these homebuyer tips help you out.  If you are looking for a Queens home, contact Queens Realty today!

OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY, MAY 23

1-4 P.M.

CO-OP

67-30 DARTMOUTH ST. # 6N

FOREST HILLS,     $199K

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT ON A BEAUTIFUL TREE-LINED STREET. RENOVATED & WINDOWED EAT-IN-KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, NEW CABINETS, NEW FISHER & PAYKEL REFRIGERATOR, GE MONOGRAM DISHWASHER & GE LG MICROWAVE. RENOVATED & WINDOWED BATHROOM. BEAUTIFUL HARDWOOD FLOORS. MAINTENANCE INCLUDES GAS & ELECTRIC. GREAT LOCATION! CLOSE TO SHOPPING & TRANSPORTATION.

HOSTED BY GENEVIEVE & ANDREW

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CO-OP

105-07 66 ROAD #5C

FOREST HILLS,   $185K

 

RENOVATED KITCHEN & BATH, CERAMIC TILED FLOORS IN KITCHEN, HARDWOOD FLOORS IN LIVING AND BEDROOM, BUILT IN CLOSETS, SUNNY.

 

HOSTED BY MARGARET

 

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RESIDENTIAL

111-19 76 AVENUE

FOREST HILLS,     $1.15M

LARGE ENGLISH TUDOR HOME IN IMPECABLE CONDITION. LOVELY BACKYARD & COMMON AREA. NEW KIT W/ GRANITE COUNTERTOPS & TILE FLR. 4 BRS, 2.5 NEW BATHS. FINISHED HARDWOOD FLRS. CAC & NEW ANDERSON WINDOWS ALARM SYSTEM. SECURITY DOORS. FRONT YARD SPRINKLERS/ DET GARAGE W/ PARTY DRIVEWAY. ENHANCED STORAGE SPACE IN BASE & ATTIC. QUIET TREE LINED BLOCK, CLOSE TO BUSES, SUBWAY, & P.S. 101 SCHOOL.

HOSTED BY NEIL & BRADLEY

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RESIDENTIAL

71-06 HARROW STREET

FOREST HILLS,     $1.688M

DETACHED COLONIAL 2 FAMILY IN THE HEART OF FOREST HILLS AT THE CORNER CONTINENTAL AVE & HARROW ST. LOVELY LARGE ROOMS WITH HIGH CEILINGS. NEW WOODEN FLOORS ON THE FIRST & SECOND FLOORS. FIRST FLOOR HAS AN EAT IN KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, & TWO SUN ROOMS, PLUS A OFFICE. SECOND FLOOR IS AN APARTMENT WITH A SEPARATE ENTRANCE ON 71 AVE. FINISHED BASEMENT HAS TILE FLOORS. ALL NEW BATHS.

HOSTED BY NANCY, MICHELE, & IRENE
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