Things are changing for Westchester County Real Estate--Flood zones-beware of them. There has been some talk about new flood zones in Westchester and Putnam County. If you were previously not in a flood zone, you might be know. You can go to http://www.floodsmart.gov to find out, but I recommend (if it shows up as in the flood zone) you have your insurance company determine if you really are in a flood zone. Visit My Web Sites at  http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity  http://www.thomassantore.energy526. Past Blogs  Our Westchester County Real Estate-Homes priced well are still SELLING!!!!                            12/09/2008

LOOKING TO SELL MY VACANT LAND, SHOULD I HAVE A SURVEY DONE? The answer is YES. Already having a survey of your property when you market it will speed up the selling process in more ways than one. 1st, buyers looking at your property will be able to determine where it begins and ends. This is important if your property is to be built on so set backs can be gaged as to whether or not the buyer can put what they want on the property. 2nd, you want to made aware of the possibilities of potential legal problems, such as encroachments and easement that are on the property. 3rd, you need to make sure of what you are selling. A friend of mine bought a piece of property a few years ago and there was no survey. The owner was not willing to pay for one so he sold the property to my friend for les... 12/09/2008

Westchester County Real Estate--Homes that are priced well are still SELLING!!!! Especially in Yorktown. There have been some homes that came on the market in the last 6 Months that had accepted offers in the first 6 weeks of being on the market. Why do some homes sell faster than others? It's a very easy question to answer. The homeowners priced there homes according to the present market and made sure the condition matched the price. These two combinations make for a quick and good sale when the competition is not priced accordingly. As more and more people realize this, their will be able to sell thier homes also. We also need to do away with agents overpricing a home just to get the listing. Having a few well priced listings is better than a lot of overpriced listings. Visit My Web ... 12/08/2008

Are you looking to sell your VACANT LAND? How to find the right AGENT to SELL your Property!!! Listing your VACANT LAND for SALE can be very trying. Most agents in the business have never listed or even sold a piece of VACANT LAND. You are going to want and AGENT with EXPERIENCE in BOTH LISTING and SELLING LAND. The first way to do this is to ask them for a list of PAST and PRESENT LISTINGS. If they can not produce these than they are not the right agent for you. The second thing you want is a list of actual sales. This is sometimes more important than a lot of listings because it shows they can get the job done. The third thing is their knowledge of what it takes to get approvals in your area to build on the property. Also the knowledge of who can help you get these approvals and the r... 12/08/2008

Cool Head, Easily Said When I first explored the public relations field, an early mentor told me that the foundation of the practice was really common sense and, primarily, always encouraging clients to keep a cool head, no matter.  Some may say, easily said, but hard in practice, considering that all human activity is, after all, human. Too view this full post, go to:  http://publicrelationstoday.blog.com/  For additional information, contact Bill Primavera at bill@primaverapr.com or WilliamPrimavera@aol.com 12/08/2008

Marketing Tips #10, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! 31. A personal photograph is very important. A classic head and shoulders shot is more memorable than a full body shot and more professional. 32. Business cards can serve two purposes. You can include a resource or chart on the reverse side. 33. Websites and blogs are an extension of you. Remember to answer e-mails and question as quickly as possible. treat them as they were phone calls. 34. Your personal logo is very important and should set you aside from your competition. Visit My Web Sites at  http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity  http://www.thomassantore.energy526. MORE TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips #9, Westchester... 12/06/2008

11/23/-12/05/08-Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 Coldwell Banker is continuing to dominate Yorktown Heights Real Estate. Again there are 22 offices in the town of Yorktown. We are just 4.5% of the offices in Yorktown. Coldwell Banker of Yorktown was the listings agent on 16% of the homes that closed between 11/23/-12/05/08. We were the listing agents on 50% of the new listings and 33% of the listings that went to a pendings status. Coldwell Banker and it's superior Internet advertising, combined with it's elite core of agents has again made the difference in this up ans down market we are presently experiencing. These stats are based om WPMLS stats. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my ... 12/05/2008

Marketing Tips #9, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My tips are as basic as you can get. This is part of what makes them very doable for everyone!!! 27. I have spoken about the Internet, fliers, postcards and e-mail. These items all have a place in marketing your listings. Don't make a mistake by only using a couple of these items. You should use them all. 28. Photographs are very important! you should take a course or 2 to familiarize you with pixels and sizing for the Internet and for printed ads. 29. virtual tours have become very important. Most buyers will start their home sear.ch on line and if homes do not have a virtual tour they will be passed by. 30. What ever type of advertizing you use make sure you contact information is esily found on them. Always include you ... 12/01/2008

Local Businesses in My Own Hometown Respond To the Economic Downturn    Communications and price points head the list with customers        The financial crisis that captured headlines in late September has reached global proportions, and the news seems worse each day about how it is affecting all aspects of American life.  Most of us, however, relate to bad news on a very local level. How is the economic downturn affecting our businesses in our own areas? Too view this full post, go to:  http://publicrelationstoday.blog.com/  For additional information, contact Bill Primavera at bill@primaverapr.com or WilliamPrimavera@aol.com 11/29/2008

More Marketing Tips #8, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My tips are as basic as you can get. This is part of what makes them very doable for everyone!!! 23. One of the easiest ways to get a home sold is to sen t copies of new listings to the top agents in your area. Sell them on the price and they will sell your home. An e-mail flier will get the job.   24. This one is a bit of a recap. Put your name , picture and all your contact information on everything. The exception to this is your closing gift. The followup items mentioned in the previous tips will get you the referrals. 25. Listings with many photos will ensure that Internet buyers will not pass you over. The more picture the better the chances you will get a buyer from the Internet. 26. Sellers who feel you have do... 11/28/2008

A popular search in our area are homes for sale in the Yorktown Central School District. I have made the search easy for buyers looking for a home in Yorktown. Please check out the following link: Homes for sale with Yorktown Schools.   Michael TrinchitellaYorktown Heights NY Real Estate Putnam Westchester Real Estate   11/26/2008

Coldwell Banker is just dominating Yorktown Heights Single Family real estate!!! In the last 60 days Coldwell Banker has been the listing agent on 36% of the single family home that have sold in Yorktown Heights. (based on WPMLS reported sales) In a time when sales are hard to come by I think you need a team of successful agents to represent you in the sale of your home you need to call; Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs Selling your vacant land-This was a better year than last year to be selling your vacant land!! Weekly Inventory 11/15/08-11/211/06/-11/23/08-Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 3/08-... 11/25/2008

Selling your vacant land-This was a better year than last year to be selling your vacant land!! Last year at this time we closed on 25 vacant land deals in upper Westchester and Putnam Counties. This we have closed on 29 up 14% from last year. There are also 10 deals in contract, of which 6 are pending. This is a far cry from the 54 vacant land deals closed in 2006. Even if all the pending and in contract deals close we will still be down 18% from 2006. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs 11/06/-11/23/08-Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 3/08-Report-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New... 11/25/2008

11/06/-11/23/08-Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 Coldwell Banker has continued to get the job done in Yorktown Heights. Again there are 22 offices in the town of Yorktown. Coldwell Banker of Yorktown was the listings agent on 66% of the homes that closed this week. Coldwell Banker and it's superior Internet advertising, combined with it's elite core of agents has again made the difference in this up ans down market we are presently experiencing. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs Weekly Inventory 11/15/08-11/23/08-Report-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598   Sold!!! 1297 ... 11/24/2008

Weekly Inventory 11/15/08-11/23/08-Report-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 This week continues the trend in Yorktown Heights, New York 10598. Only 3 single family homes were listed in Yorktown Heights. On the other hand 12 single family homes left the market. This consisted of 2 in contract, 6 canceled, 2 expired and 2 that were sold. The 8 (expired and canceled) have not come back on the market. This trend is making it easier for the homes that are priced right to sell in a short period of time. Here in Yorktown Heights single family home prices are remaining stable. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs Sold!!! 1297 Ivy Rd , Mohegan Lake, Y... 11/23/2008

  Why would you want to live in Westchester County, New York? Well there are many reasons people choose to live in Westchester County, New York. One is the income level here is higher than in most areas of the country. But we also are a stone through away from New York City. There you can go to a Broadway play, see the Knicks , Rangers, Mets and Yankees play. Travel a short distance to the Meadowlands and see the Jets, Giants and Nets play. Also if you are into stand up comedy you can go to the Comic Strip Live, the Laugh Factory, Dangerfields and many other clubs highlighting stars and future stars. I could not even start to list the restaurants in Westchester and New York City. We have access to 3 local airports with flights to almost anywhere. The Metro North Train System for local t... 11/21/2008

More Marketing Tips #7, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! These tips may seem like they are getting to be so basic, well they are. 19. It is very important that when you sent any thing to a past or current client that you address it to them personally. 20. If you can find the time to hand write something it will make all the difference. 21. Items like calenders and notepads with your picture and information on the keep you in their mind. 22. When you sell a home give you buyers some postcards with the picture of their new home on it to send to friends. Remember always include you contact information on the. I will keep them coming Past Post! Marketing Tips 6, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 5, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketi... 11/21/2008

Marketing Tips 6, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! More great Basic Marketing that we always overlook because it is so simple!!! 16. Past customers and clients are the greatest source of referrals. When you keep in touch with them via e-mail and postcards they will send you great referrals.  17. Only about 10-11% of buyers end up using the same realtor on ytheir next real estate deal. Try a programed marketing program to stay on top of this. 18. E-mails are a great follow up tool, but it has a short attention span for most people. Try to ad some print product in between your emails to keep their attention.  MORE TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips 5, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 4, Westchester County real estate-What it takes Marketing Tips ... 11/17/2008

Marketing Tips 5, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! At this point you are realizing that these are very basic things to do. But I always say we need to get back to basics. So here we go!!! 13. This is a real important one to remember. When doing a CMA you are also interviewing the seller to see if you will be able to sell the home and if the sellers fit what you are looking for in a seller. I do not list all the home that sellers want to hire me for. 14. Look for people who have similar areas of interest within the different groups you frequent, Business Groups, Churches, etc. And tailor your marketing to that common interest. 15. Create your marketing plan for the year. Make sure you stick to your plan in every respect while allowing a little room in your budget for new str... 11/15/2008

Marketing Tips 4, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My next installment of easy marketing ideas to get you started. 10. When ever you are out let people know you have a Real Estate Practice. Everyone is interested in Real Estate. 11. Always have your business cards on hand to give. It is one of the cheapest form of advertising. 12. If you are with a national brand you should use the brands identity to tie in your ouw marketing. MORE TIPS TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips 3, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 2, Westchester County real estate-What it takes!  Marketing Tips, Westchester County real estate-What it takes!             11/14/2008