STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island has a lot to offer, especially when it comes to a strong sense of community.

According to the Staten Island Advance, "Appleseed Homes owner Tony Whalen gave away 350 free hot dogs while associate broker Kathy O’Leary Garbarino manned an outdoor raffle game with prizes."

The Staten Island  Board of Realtors (SIBOR) would like to share the following article from the Staten Island Advance and SILive with our readers because it highlights the joy shared between business people and residents in our borough:

Beautiful weather combined with friendly merchants offering free samples attracted hundreds of people to Forest Avenue in West Brighton yesterday for the annual Spring Stroll sponsored by the Forest Avenue Business Improvement District.

At many stores along Forest Avenue between Hart Boulevard and Broadway, visitors were offered free food, games and other goodies between the hours of 4 and 8 p.m. Rustic Music featured musicians playing hard rock classics like Deep Purple’s “Smoke on the Water” and Ted Nugent’s “Cat Scratch Fever.”

Appleseed Homes owner Tony Whalen gave away 350 free hot dogs while associate broker Kathy O’Leary Garbarino manned an outdoor raffle game with prizes. READ MORE …

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

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Sales Are Up. Prices Still Have a Way To Go.

By THE KCM CREW

– Reposted with permission of Keeping Current Matters

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Inquiries:

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: info@RelevantPR.com

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – SIBOR’s sixth annual International Real Estate Conference was a busy event, but it didn’t stop Staten Island Realtors from taking time to raise dollars on behalf of those in need.

“We are proud to have donated $500 in proceeds from the conference for the Hope and Heroes Children’s Cancer Fund,” said Sari Kingsley, chairwoman of the event that took place on April 20 in the Vanderbilt at South Beach.

“The success of the conference could not have happened without the generous contribution of the sponsors,” Ms. Kingsley said.

The major sponsors of this year’s International Real Estate Conference were Empire State Bank (diamond level) and Café Gourmand (garnet level).

Additional sponsors included: Cornerstone Realty Partners, Relevant Public Relations; Agatha Josefiak Real Estate; Claire Properties;  Your Professional Development.com; attorney Christopher J. Arrigali; Compass Realty Central; Wonica Realtors & Appraisers; Tristar Mortgage  Corp.; United Mortgage Corp.; United National Realty; Century 21/Papp Realty, and Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

GIFT CONTRIBUTERS

Gift contributors to this year’s conference included: Coby Electronics; Staten Island Advance/SiLive; Bella Grossman, Realtor; Carlo Hair Salon; Michael Dukhovny, Realtor; The Pink Elephant Restaurant; Charm Skin Care;  Café Gourmand; Brioso Ristorante; Angelinas Ristorante; Christopher Michael Hair & Beauty Salon; Domenick’s Bakery, and Sari Kingsley, Realtor.

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Contact: Barton Horowitz

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: Bhorowitz@RelevantPR.com

STATEN ISLAND. N.Y.  — The Rally to Protect the American Dream is just a week away, and the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) wishes to share its enthusiasm with our members.

This time next week REALTORS from across the nation will be standing shoulder-to-shoulder united in the belief that home ownership is worth fighting for.

Your response has been tremendous. We are expecting a huge crowd and everyone is pumped up!

If you have questions and/or concerns now is the time. Drop an email to rally@realtors.org.

The following information should help you make the most of this historic occasion:

WEATHER FORECAST

It changes everyday. It is May and rain is always a possibility. It can also be warm and sunny. So plan appropriately. Every member will be provided with a clear rain poncho in the event of rain. The Rally will proceed rain or shine.

If the weather is treacherous and has to be moved indoors it will occur at the Marriott. We see no weather event on the horizon that makes us think that this will happen. Weather Report can be checked here.

T-SHIRTS AND MORE

Starting Tuesday the Rally Information Desk will be open at the Marriott Wardman Park. It is located right outside the main ballroom and you can’t miss it. You need stop by this desk and pick up your Rally backpack.

Your members need to do this too. The backpack will include a blue Rally t-shirt, a seat cushion, energy bar, bottle of water, and other goodies. You need to be wearing that t-shirt and carrying your backpack when you board the bus to the Rally.

BUSES TO THE RALLY

Buses will pick members up at participating NAR Midyear hotels from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Check for bus pick-up locations at the Rally Information Desk or on signage at your hotel. Get on one. There will be staff at your hotel to assist. We need everyone at the Rally and in position no later than 10 a.m.

There will be music and fun during the pre-Rally emceed by Tom Salomone.

RALLY LOGISTICS

Each Regional Vice President will draw a number from a hat to determine your state’s position in the Park. These locations will be announced at 59 1/2 Minutes. On Wednesday we will have fliers and maps that note your Region’s designated area at the Rally.

When you get to the Park you should head to that area. NAR staff will be prominent in red t-shirts to help you navigate where to go. Association leadership should plan on arriving early at the Rally to stake your claim.

We hear that you all plan to bring your state flags. So flag bearers should be there before members start streaming in.

FOOD TENTS

Upon arrival there are food tents where you can pickup a breakfast box. It will have juice but not coffee. Get caffeinated before you come. The nearest Starbucks is a few blocks away. If your members are arriving via a bus as a daytripper, they will collect their backpacks in these tents as well.

WONDERUL PROGRAM

We have a great program. Sen Isakson (R-GA) and Rep. Hoyer (D-MD) will be our political speakers. We have a great group of REALTORS® speaking about the benefits of home ownership. And we have a big cool surprise at the end so stick around for that. You will get a lunch box after the Rally so head to the food tent to get one before you get back on the bus. If you have members that require special seating or assistance please email rally@realtors.org so that we can contact them about their needs.

BUSES TO THE TRADE EXPO AFTER THE RALLY

After the Rally get back on a bus and head to the Trade Expo at the Marriott Wardman Park. This will be a great Trade Expo with lots of cool features, food and fun. Be sure to stop by and drop off your “Key to Home Ownership” from your Rally backpack at the REALTOR® Party booth.

VIRTUAL RALLY

In addition to the sea of blue rallying in the park, Moe Veissi, President of the National Association of Realtors, has set a challenge to have 100,000 members take part from home. Starting on May 16th, members can share their support for the Rally online at realtorrally.org.

Rally On REALTOR® Party! About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Inquiries:

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: info@RelevantPR.com

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — STAPLETON — The architecturally diverse hideaway that includes one-block-long Harrison Street — and sections of Quinn, Brownell and Tompkins streets — may be on its way to designation as a Historic District by the city Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC).

The agency describes the tiny area, also known as “The Nook,” as “a rare surviving mid-to-late-19th-century residential village enclave in New York City.”

The frame and masonry buildings, most of them constructed from the 1840s through the early 1900s, provide “a significant reminder of the period when Stapleton was an important business center and transportation hub, and one of the most populous villages on Staten Island,” LPC notes.

READ MORE …

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Inquiries:

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: info@RelevantPR.com

It’s likely you’ve heard the term “short sale” thrown around quite a bit. But what, exactly, is a short sale?

A short sale is when a bank agrees to accept less than the total amount owed on a mortgage to avoid having to foreclose on the property. This is not a new practice; banks have been doing short sales for years. Only recently, due to the current state of the housing market and economy, has this process become a part of the public consciousness.

To be eligible for a short sale you first have to qualify!

To qualify for a short sale:

• Your house must be worth less than you owe on it.
• You must be able to prove that you are the victim of a true financial hardship, such as a decrease in wages, job loss, or medical condition that has altered your ability to make the same income as when the loan was originated. Divorce, estate situations, etc… also qualify.

Now that you have a basic understanding of what a short sale is, there are some huge misconceptions when it comes to a short sale vs. a foreclosure. We take the most common myths surrounding both short sales and foreclosures and give a brief explanation. LET’S BUST SOME MYTHS!!

1.) If you let your home go to foreclosure you are done with the situation and you can walk away with a clean slate.  The reality is that this couldn’t be any farther from the truth in most situations. You could end up with an IRS tax liability and still owing the bank money. Let me explain. Please keep in mind that if your property does go into foreclosure you may be liable for the difference of what is owed on the property versus what is sells for at auction, in the form of a deficiency balance! Please note this is state specific and in most states you will be liable for the shortfall, but in some states the bank may not always be able to pursue the debt. Check your state law as it varies widely from state to state.

Here is an example of how a deficiency balance works

If you owe $200,000 on the property and it sells at auction for $150,000, you could be liable for the $50,000 difference if your state law allows it.

Not only could you be liable for the difference to the bank, but in some situations you could also be liable to the IRS! Although there are exemptions (mostly for principle residences) under the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act, there are times when you could be taxed on both a short sale and a foreclosure, even in a principle residence situation. Since the tax code on this is a little complicated and I am not a CPA, I advise always talking to a CPA when in this situation as you are weighing your options. Hard to believe?  Well, believe it or not, the IRS counts the difference between the sale and the charged off debt as a “gain” on your taxes. That’s right-you lost money and it’s counted as a gain! (I didn’t make that rule, that’s a wonderful brainchild of the IRS). Banks and the IRS can go as far as attaching your wages. Not to mention if you let your home go to foreclosure you will have that on your credit, as well.

Guess What?  A short sale can alleviate your liability to the bank, in most situations. There are also exceptions to this, but in most cases banks are releasing homeowners from the deficiency balance on a short sale.

2.) There are no options to avoid foreclosure. Now more than ever, there are options to avoid foreclosure. Besides a short sale, loan modifications along with deed in lieu are also examples of the many options. In most cases (but not all) a short sale is the best option. Either way, there are more options today than there have ever been to avoid foreclosure.

3.) Banks do not want to participate in a short sale, or, it is too hard to qualify for a short sale. Banks would rather perform a short sale than a foreclosure any day. A foreclosure takes a long time and creates a huge expense for the banks; a short sale saves both time and money. Banks have more foreclosure inventory than ever before, and certainly do not want any more. Banks more than ever welcome short sales. Qualifying for a short sale is easier than you think, you need to have a true financial hardship, or a change in your finances and your house has to be worth less than what you owe on it. Not only do consumers, but banks also now have government incentive to participate in short sales.

4.) Short sales are not that common. At this present time, short sales range from 10-50 % of sales in various markets and it is predicted that in 2012 we will have more short sales than any other year, to date. Due to economic changes in the last few years, this is something that is affecting millions of Americans. Short sales are in every market, and are not just limited to any particular income class. This has affected everyone from all facets of life. A short sale should be looked at as a helpful tool, not a negative stigma. That is why the government is offering programs that actually pay consumers to participate in short sales. It is not just affecting one community; it is affecting communities and consumers across the nation.

5.) The short sale process is too difficult and they often get denied. Though the short sale process is time consuming; it is not as difficult as the media would have you believe. The problem is that most short sales are denied because of a misunderstanding of the process.  It is true that if the short sale process is not followed correctly there is a good chance of getting denied. An experienced agent knows how to avoid this. Short sales require a lot of experience, and a special skill set. If you are looking to go the option of a short sale make sure your agent is skilled and experienced in this area.

6.) Short sales will cost me money out of pocket. A short sale should not cost you any out of pocket money. In fact, you could get between $3000-up to $30,000 to participate in a short sale. In many ways, a short sale may put you in a better financial position than prior to the short sale. Almost every short sale program now has some type of financial incentive for the home owner, as long as it is a principle residence, and we are even seeing relocation money being paid on some investment/second homes. As a seller of a property you should never have to pay for any short sale cost upfront to any professional service. Realtors charge a commission that is paid for by the bank. In most communities there are also non-profits and HUD counselors who can help you with foreclosure prevention options for free. The only potential cost you could incur is if the bank would not release you from a deficiency balance in the short sale, which is happening less and less now.

7.) If I am behind on my payments, I can perform a short sale any time. The farther you get behind on your payments, the harder it is to get a short sale approved. The closer a property gets to a foreclosure the harder it is to convince the bank to perform a short sale. As they get closer to a foreclosure sale more money is spent, thus deterring them from doing a short sale. If you think you need to perform a short sale, time is of the essence; the sooner you start the process, the better. Waiting too long can trigger the ramifications of a foreclosure, losing the ability to do a short sale as a viable option.

8.) I have already been sent a foreclosure notice so I can’t perform a short sale. For the most part just because you received a foreclosure notice or notice of default it does not mean that you do not have time to perform a short sale. The timeline and specifics do vary from state to state, but having done short sales all over the country, I have seen banks postpone a foreclosure to work a short sale option as close as 30 days prior to the scheduled foreclosure auction, but the longer you wait the less chance you have. If you have received a legal foreclosure notice, please reach out to a professional right away. The longer you wait, and the closer you get to foreclosure, the fewer options you have. If you have received a notice to foreclose this means the bank is filing paperwork and starting the process to take legal action to repossess the house. You still have time at this point to prevent foreclosure, but do not hesitate! The closer you get to the foreclosure date the harder it becomes to negotiate with the bank for whichever option you choose.

9.) I was denied for a loan modification, so I know I will get denied for a short sale. Short sales and loan modifications are handled by two separate departments at the bank. These processes are totally different in approval and denial. If you got denied for a modification you can still apply for a short sale; in some cases you can get a short sale approved faster than a loan modification, as some loan modifications are denied because they cannot reduce the loan low enough based on the  consumers income.

10.) If I go through a short sale I cannot buy another house for a long time. The time to buy another house depends on your entire credit picture and can vary from 12-24 months. There are even a few FHA programs that allow for a purchase sooner than that. I have worked with clients who went through a short sale and bought another house in less than 12 months.

These are just a few of the common myths surrounding short sales and foreclosure. With the options available today, no homeowner should ever have to go through foreclosure, and hopefully this information can help a few more homeowners think twice before walking away from their home not realizing the possible long term ramifications a foreclosure can have.

—Reposted with permission of Keeping Current Matters

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Inquiries:

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: info@RelevantPR.com

Are You a Buyer Looking to Purchase a Short Sale?

By BRANDON BRITTINGHAM

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. —  The owners of a 1-week-old Staten Island shop greeted 32,000 potential customers on Sunday [May 6] .

The business, Bay Street Bicycles, is strategically located along the final stretch of the 40-mile 2012 TD Five Boro Bike Tour.

“We were in front of our store, cheering-on the cyclists as they made their way to the festivities at the St. George Ferry Terminal,” said Elizabeth Fiordaliso, a co-owner of Bay Street Bicycles.

Situated at 1375 Bay St., Fort Wadsworth, the bike shop offered a convenient pit stop for cyclists seeking quick repairs, biking accessories – or even a new bike.

“Our mechanics were primed and ready to tackle any biking situation they were faced with, from a flat tire to a broken chain,” Ms. Fiordaliso said. “And, of course, we had plenty of water on hand.”

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The scenario at Bay Street Bicycles will repeat itself on Saturday [May 12] when cyclists participating in the second annual Tour de Staten Island peddle passed the shop, said John Conte, Ms. Fiordaliso’s business partner.

“These events are providing us with a wonderful marketing opportunity,” Conte said. “The Tour de Staten Island begins and ends at the Richmond County Bank Ballpark at St. George, so we’re anticipating some additional business exposure as a result.”

GRAND OPENING

Bay Street Bicycles’ official grand opening will coincide with the Tour de Staten Island. Shoppers who buy a bicycle that day will receive a free helmet with their purchase.

Ms. Fiordaliso, a Bulls Head resident and West Brighton native, and Conte, a South Beach resident, carefully surveyed the Island before choosing the North Shore site for their enterprise.

“We worked with advisers at the Small Business Development Center at the College of Staten Island. The cost-free guidance they provided to us is priceless, and, after review, they supported our concept and choice of location,” Conte said.

TOP-QUALITY BICYCLES

Ms. Fiordaliso describes Bay Street Bicycles as a bicycle emporium designed for the avid cyclist or competitor. Bicycles at the store range in price from approximately $400 to $2,000.

“The bikes we sell are definitely not the ‘box store’ variety,” Ms Fiordaliso said. “We wanted to veer away from commonplace Staten Island bikes and provide our customers with something very special.”

Bay Street Bicycles sells such top-quality brands as Italian high-performance bicycles by Bianchi, globally admired Felt bicycles and long-respected Schwinn bicycles.

“These are top-quality bicycles designed to last for years and years to come,” Ms. Fiordaliso said.

A full-service seven-day-a-week operation, Bay Street Bicycles can suit busy schedules by delivering purchases and performing repairs in the shop, or at a customer’s home or office.

For more information, Bay Street Bicycles may be reached at 718-273-0891.

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Media Contact: Barton Horowitz

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: Bhorowitz@RelevantPR.com

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation are pleased to announce that Partners in Preservation is coming to New York City.

The Alice Austen House Museum, in the Staten Island, N.Y, community of Rosebank, is in the running for grant money from the 2012 Partners in Preservation Initiative, a community-based program which provides preservation grants for local historic places.

To assist the Alice Austen House Museum, simply log onto http://partnersinpreservation.com/ and cast your vote for this important Staten Island site. You can vote once a day, every day through May 21.

The online venue of Partners in Preservation offers information about 40 New York City historic sites.

Other Staten Island places included at the Partners in Preservation Web site include: Rossville AME Zion Church, Staten Island Museum @ Snug Harbor and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Shrine.

Go online to learn more about the 40 historic places and vote.

About The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR)

The Staten Island Board of REALTORS® (SIBOR) is the largest not-for-profit trade association in Staten Island, N.Y.

SIBOR exists to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically; and to promote the preservation of the public’s right to own, transfer and use real property.

Comprised of over 1,600 members, SIBOR serves real estate agents, brokers and affiliated professionals throughout the borough and surrounding areas.

SIBOR is the provider of the Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Inc. (SIMLS), which works as a clearinghouse through which more than 250 local real estate firms exchange information on properties they have listed for sale. Together, its members participate in over 3,000 real estate transactions every year.

All SIBOR members belong to the New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

SIBOR may be reached at 718-928-3220 and visited online at http://siborrealtors.com.

Media Inquiries:

Relevant Public Relations, LLC

Headquarters: 718‑682‑1509

Mobile: 917‑715‑8761

Email: info@RelevantPR.com