Sean Stark's (options) Blog

Authored by: Laurie Mindnich October 20th, 2007 There was a recent publication, offered to New York Realtors, by the New York State Association of Realtors (NYSAR). There is encouragement provided via a caveat at the top, “This update on government and politics in New York State is a weekly publi...

Authored by: Sean Stark October 19th, 2007  A good article came my way this week via Realtor Magazine that discusses the topic of open houses. Are Open Houses an antiquated form of advertising if 80% of home buyers use the Web to search for properties? Here’s the link. Is the Open House What It U...

Authored by: Options Realty October 19th, 2007  Market update: Zip Code 11933, Calverton/Baiting Hollow, New York: Well, activity in the area is reflective of current market issues. No question- it’s taking longer to sell properties on the North Fork. While pricing with respect to levels of a few...

The Cat Stevens tune has been in my head since reading the Newsday article that can be found here.   What of the numerous young people finding the cost of living on Long Island impossible?   There seem to be two colliding trains of thought: the younger contingent is leaving due to expenses and a...

 Authored by: Options Realty October 14th, 2007  With the real estate sales venue holding properties for a longer period of time than they might have several months ago, are there properties on the North Fork that offer investment potential? There is no question, as we speak with buyers and selle...

Authored by: Sean Stark October 10th, 2007  Country Trails New Construction Homes at Baiting Hollow in Riverhead We had the chance to visit Country Trails not too long ago. We are always interested in the new construction arena. One particular plan offering that Country Trails offers is the Chris...