How to finance a condo!

When it comes to getting a mortgage for a condo, Hallmark Abstract Service was fortunate to enlist the services of expert mortgage originator and author Tim Lucas who provides some of the basics to obtain financing for this property type.

College Application Essays - Avoid the Stress

Are you ready to rumble in the 2014 Long Island Fight for Charity? (Video)

For anyone who would like help raise money for three great Long Island charities including The Genesis School for children with autism and who wants to get into shape and climb into the boxing ring, the LI Fight for Charity could be for you!

Allergies–Already!

Bitcoin, the health of housing and rich New Yorkers!

This article contains links to stories about Bitcoin and the IRS, the 25 wealthiest NYC suburbs and the health off the housing market in New York State and across the country!

A Balanced Vegetarian Diet Is Good for All

Teen Girls’ Fitness: More Crucial than Fat Concerns

Real estate psychology, affordable housing and 7 reasons to own a home!

Three great articles from Hallmark Abstract Service on real estate and taxes, an infographic on whether someone is ready to buy a home and what Mayor Bill de Blasio's next move is going to be!

5 REASONS TO SELL NOW

College Application Essays coming to Syosset Library

Buying a home? Do you believe in ghosts?

Great story by attorney Elan Wurtzel about home buying clients who almost got a whole lot more than they were bargaining for!

Price your home right...the first time!

Should a real estate agent list a house at whatever price the seller wants or is their job to lead the seller to the correct listing price?

Yard Sale Depot (Open Weekends 10-5pm)

US Economic Calendar: Week of March 31, 2014

For anyone involved in the real estate market, mortgage market, stock market or any other market it is important to know the data to be released that can have an impact. This article provides the schedule for the week of March 31, 2014.

Indoor Yard Sale Store

Watch the Tax Code Activity in Washington!

Knee Surgery in Kids May Cause Arthritis Later

What do home prices and NASDAQ stocks have in common?

Have home prices had their run from the bottom and are now rolling over or has the last three months simply been the pause that refreshes?

Secrets to being a real estate entrepreneur! (Infographic)

The infographics in this article provide some tips and advice for those of us who in one way or another work in a capacity that includes the title of entrepreneur.

According to Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey

Short sale activity slides due to the cost of uncertainty! (Chart)

This article talks about short sales, debt forgiveness, taxes and the need for Congress to extend the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act so that underwater homeowners can do the transactions needed to keep the housing market recovery on track!

Reduce Cancer Risk with a Healthy Diet

A darker side to living in NYC!

If the recent death of L’Wren Scott taught any lessons it's that the stresses and pressures of 'keeping up with the Joneses' and trying to portray an outward persona much different than reality can sometimes be too much for anyone to take!

New York City apartment rentals: How far does a $1 go?

This article looks at the cost of renting an apartment in New York City and provides a comparison of what is available at various prices in the different boroughs.

Two-minute video of the history of the world!

This two-minute video shows the history of the world from the big bang through today (2012 actually). It was made for a school project and is well worth the time to watch!

US Economic Calendar: Week of March 24, 2014

These are the US economic statistics and other data that will be released during the week of March 24, 2014.

Yard Sale Depot (Open Weekends 10-5pm)

Spring has sprung so it’s time for the garden! (DIY Video)

Now that spring as well as the spring selling season is upon us the curb appeal of a house will take center stage. This video will help start the process of landscaping.

College Application Essays - Avoid the Stress

Rate this architectural design! (Poll)

This article contains photos of extremely unique and outside the box multifamily residential architecture in Singapore that includes a poll at the end for your opinion.

Selfies: More than Just a Picture?

Homes: Who’s buying and why? (Video)

Do different generations have different ideas and thought processes that go into the decision making for potentially buying or selling a home? This short video examines the question.

Colonoscopy Dramatically Decreases Colon Cancer Rates

Zombie (Foreclosure) Update

This article examines what a Zombie Foreclosure is and what if anything is being done about them?

A Fresh, Innovative Vegan Recipe

Fit on Your Bike, Don't Make the Bike Fit You

Golden Gloves is coming to Glen Cove, New York on Thursday, March 27!

The New York Daily News Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament is coming to Glen Cove next week!

WHY YOU NEED TO USE A REAL ESTATE AGENT, PART 2! (INFOGRAPHIC)

If you are buying or selling a home this infographic provides 10 reasons why you should us an experienced real estate agent and not try to go it alone.

Bracketology: What are the odds?

This article gives a pictorial explanation of just how long the odds of winning the $1 billion in the Warren Buffet Quicken Loans NCAA Tournament Challenge actually are!

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