Deciding if a Month-to-Month Lease is Right for You
Typically, the vast majority of renters use the standard year-long contract when they’re leasing property. However, there’s also another option for paying your rent throughout your stay. Some people decide to utilize a month-to-month lease where they periodically reevaluate and decide to renew their contract throughout the year. Here are some[…]
The Merits of Becoming a Landlord
With rent prices peaking and the value of homes quickly rising, there has never been a more lucrative time to become a landlord. To many people, owning a rental property might seem like a prime opportunity for a steady income. However, there are plenty of other responsibilities and expenses that factor into the equation. If you’re interested in[…]
- September 20, 2016
- long island commercial real estate, rental property
Staycation Ideas for Embracing the Comforts of your Home
Destination vacations are overrated. Planning a trip away from home can be expensive, time-consuming, and stressful. Instead, why not turn your next vacation into a staycation by transforming your home into a relaxing paradise. All you need are a few DIY touch-ups, some creativity and a renewed outlook. Use some of these staycation ideas and your[…]
- September 17, 2016
- residential real estate, design, Tips, Summer
Measuring the Necessity of Renters Insurance
When renting property, a landlord or the homeowner will usually cover maintenance expenses and resolve most problems. However, what happens if there’s a robbery or a fire? Contrary to popular belief, some accidents that may arise aren’t the responsibility of the landlord. For protection from those incidents, there’s renters insurance.
To Rent or Buy? That is the Question
If you’re in the market for a commercial or residential property, then perhaps the biggest lingering question is if you should rent or buy. In order to better inform your potential decision, read through the advantages of each choice for both property types.
- August 24, 2016
- Buying, residential real estate, Tips, Renting, commercial real estate
Why the Town of Mineola is the Perfect Place for your Business
Choosing the right town for your company can often be complicated and time-consuming. You want to choose the place where your business will flourish the most. An ideal town is centrally located and usually packed with all the amenities you can dream of. But is there really a town out there that fulfills all of your requirements? Well, the Town of[…]
- August 12, 2016
- long island commercial real estate, commercial real estate, Mineola
How to Keep up with Property Management Maintenance
Landlords and commercial property owners have the important responsibility of managing and overseeing regular maintenance and repair of their building’s facilities. Along with all of the regular upkeep, it is important to do everything you can to keep your tenants happy. This means taking care of all duties and obligations that the property[…]
What is a Smart Home?
With the increasingly rapid progress of technology, every sector of our lives is being improved and built on with the consumer in mind. These technological advances are starting to make their way into residential real estate and our homes. Houses that utilize this state-of-the-art technology and devices have been coined “smart homes”. A smart home[…]
- August 05, 2016
- residential real estate, design, property value, Luxury Homes
S&D’s Guide to Open House Etiquette for Home Buyers
Usually in residential real estate, the potential home buyer always has the upper hand. It’s up to them to make offers and negotiate. The process of selling hinges on their actions. However, it’s essential not to get too ahead of oneself. You should always practice proper open house etiquette when looking at potential homes. Be sure to follow[…]
- August 03, 2016
- Buying, residential real estate, Tips, realtor, open house
All the Latest Commercial Real Estate Trends
Within the past few years, there have been numerous advances in technology and the way that people work. Companies and jobs are changing as new methods of conducting business arise globally. Several of these advancements have a direct effect on the commercial real estate industry. Workplaces everywhere are evolving to keep up with the rapid[…]
- July 27, 2016
- office, office design, Mixed Use, commercial real estate, commercial real estate trends