April, 2011 // Posts published in April, 2011
The Truth About Staten Island: Free book highlights wonder of Pouch Scout camp
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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (April 29, 2011) – On a beautiful, quiet Thursday evening two weeks back, as the sun set among budding trees behind the Greenbelt Nature Center, members of the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods and the Committee to Save Pouch Camp gathered to promote what they hope is another effort to preserve what ...
Committee For 5th International Real Estate Symposium Double-Checks Program For May 6 Conference
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (April 28, 2011) – With Staten Island’s 5th International Real Estate Symposium set for May 6, the event’s dedicated committee met for the final time this morning prior to the event. This year’s conference will feature renowned global-commerce experts, who will discuss the ins and outs of attracting and servicing clients in ...
Federal Reserve: Recovery Proceeding at Moderate Pace
(May 27, 2011) — Information received since the Federal Open Market Committee met in March indicates that the economic recovery is proceeding at a moderate pace and overall conditions in the labor market are improving gradually. Household spending and business investment in equipment and software continue to expand. However, investment in nonresidential structures is still ...
Will the Cost of Buying A Home Increase Even If Prices Fall?
The cost of buying a home may increase even if prices continue to soften. The total cost of a home is determined by two factors: The price of the property The expense of financing the purchase (assuming you are not paying all cash) Check with a local real estate professional to determine where prices are ...
Staten Island Shadows Nation’s Rocky Real Estate Rebound, SIBOR Reports
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (April 25, 2011) – Sales of existing homes on Staten Island during January, February and March reflect the nationwide average for the same period, according to the latest report from the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR). Clinging close to the national figures, Staten Island’s rolling average for the three months showed ...
The Truth About Staten Island: Bernikow JCC Seeks To Help Islanders With Job Fair On May 11
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Staten Island Job Fair and Networking Event will be held May 11 at the Joan and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center in Sea View. “This event is part of our continuing effort to assist our community members, many of whom are in dire need of a job or employment counseling,” ...
Blogging Advice For Real Estate Pros
According to Teresa Boardman of Inman News™, “The easiest way to create blog posts is while you’re on the go — they can easily be created with a smartphone. It doesn’t take much time or effort.” To read Ms. Boardman’s blogging tips, click here.
The Truth About Staten Island: If You Haven't Experienced Its Splendor, You Haven't Experienced New York
Tired of “reality” shows maligning the places you love? Watch this video and feel good again.
The Truth About Staten Island's Largest Golf Outing: Stephen Siller TUNNEL TO TOWERS National Golf Tournament Raises Money, Builds Homes For Disabled War Vets' Homes
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The date Nov. 11, 2011 — 11/11/11 — promises to be memorable. In addition to it numerical alignment, the date is significant in its connection to the LARGEST GOLF OUTING held on Staten Island. The event is part of the 3rd annual Stephen Siller TUNNEL TO TOWERS National Golf Tournament. All of the ...
Survey: A Home Still Best Long Term Investment
After a five-year swoon in home prices, many assume that housing may have lost its luster as an investment. However, a nationwide Pew Research Center survey shows this drop in values has done little to shake the confidence of the American public in the investment value of homeownership. According to the survey: Fully eight-in-ten (81%) ...
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