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Attention Nassau County Homeowners: The March 1st Deadline is Coming!
If you own a home in Nassau County, there is one date you need to circle in red on your calendar: March 1st
This is the hard d...
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The $50k Mistake: Why You Shouldn't Renovate Your Kitchen Before Selling in Rockville Centre
Stop. Don't spend a single dime renovating your home until you read this.
I am Chris Manteria with Coldwell Banker American Homes, and right now I see sellers in Rockville Centre and Oceanside making huge financial mistakes. They are dropping $30,000, $40,000, or even $50,000 on brand-new kitchens and bathrooms right before they list.
I'm not saying don't renovate if you plan to live there for a while. But if you are doing it specifically to sell? I have to be the honest voice that tells you: You are not getting that money back.
The "Clean Slate" Reality Here is the truth about our local market. Buyers in E...
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New in Town: A Look Inside Pink Bakery's Grand Opening in Rockville Centre
One of the reasons I have spent over 20 years in real estate here in Southwestern Nassau County is the community. There is nothing quite like the energy of a walkable downtown village. Rockville Centre is famous for its dining and nightlife, and as of this week, it just got a little bit sweeter.
I recently had the privilege of attending the Grand Opening of the Pink Bakery, and I wanted to share the experience with you. If you are looking for a new spot for coffee and a treat, or just want to see what is new on Park Avenue, keep reading.
A Dream Realized on Park Avenue
Located at 24 N. Park Avenue, nestled perfectly between local staples Press 195 and Blue Mo...
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The Hidden Costs of Selling a Home in Rockville Centre & Oceanside (Is Your
Selling your house for $800,000 does not mean you get a check for $800,000
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Stop! Don't Renovate These 3 Things (What Actually Sells Homes in Nassau County)
I walked into a listing in yesterday and my heart just sank.
The seller was so proud. He showed me a brand-new, $20,000 bathroom renovation he had completed specifically to get the home ready for the market.
The problem? The tile choice was... specific. And I knew, immediately, that the first thing a buyer would say is, "We're going to have to rip this out."
That is $20,000 of equity gone. Poof.
As a broker who has navigated hundreds of transactions here in Nassau County