USD 27.9 Billion for the Narrowest House in New York

Written by admin on 30 December 2011 – 7:22 am -

Although only 35 feet wide per side only, but the selling price of homes in the West Village, New York, it’s not like the form of small buildings and narrow, the house is sold at a price of Rp 27.9 billion.

As quoted from wcbstv.com, on Wednesday (26 / 8), because the small building, then to address it only takes half an address, ie, Bedford st No. 75 1 / 2.

Just imagine, three-story house also has a basement and has only 2.7 meters wide and 12.8 meters long, it has various facilities need a complete household.

Starting from the refrigerator, a bathroom on each floor, gas stove, fireplace and even a small garden at the rear of each floor.

In addition to his unique condition, the house with a red brick wall was found to have their own history.

The house was built in 1800 it was once inhabited by famous people, such as actor Cary Grant and John Barrymore, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Edna St. Vincent Millay, cartoonist William Steig, and anthropologist Margaret Mead.

History of this house who also driving up the sale price.


Tags: , , ,
Posted in Business, Interest, Marketing, Mortgage, Real Estate | Comments Off

Tips on Selling Your Property

Written by admin on 15 December 2011 – 7:21 am -

Parting with your property can bring lots of fun and excitement but it is also hard work.

You need to first fix up all those small problems that you have ignored for many years. You also need to decide if you are going to sell it by your self or to make use of a professional real estate broker. The transaction will take time, and will depend greatly on the local real estate market.

Some mental and emotional preparation is needed too. Are you looking forward to moving up to a new dream house or facing the uncertainty of a major move across the country? It might well be hard leaving the memories behind or you might be keen to start a new life without the house you have lived in the last chapter of your life.

To keep your feelings under control concentrate on the multitude of practical matters that need your attention.

There are many questions to be considered in order to influence whether your home will sell or stand empty and weigh you down like a millstone around your neck. A house for sale should be visually appealing and in good condition. It should attract potential buyers driving down the street so pay attention to the following:

•  Are the lawn and shrubs well maintained?
•  Are there cracks in the foundation or walkways?
•  Does the driveway need resurfacing?
•  Are the gutter, chimney (if the house for sale has one) and walls in good condition?
•  Do the window casings, shutters, siding or doors need painting?
•  Are garbage and debris stored out of sight?
•  Are lawn mowers and hoses properly stored?
•  Are the kids toys tidied up?

It is important to clean up the mess inside as this will affect the descision of prospective buyers. These people prefer clean and comfortable homes. It is better to touch up the interior part of your homeby putting a fresh coat of paint in the most used areas for example. This will clean as well as brighten up the rooms and will help to dispense off unwanted odours.

Wash the walls where paints are not appropriate (for example wall paper, paneling and tiles). Wash all floor and bathrooms tiles. Clean or better yet shampoo dirty carpets (Again this is _very_ important to get rd of unwanted smells). Get rid of clutter. Clean out all closets, basement and attic. Use self storage if necessary. Replacing air filters and put some fresh plants in will help keep the dust down and the pleasant scents up.

It is natural that sellers want to get top dollar for their home, but know that this will scare off potential buyers. It may also cause the property to languish on the market for many months. A reduction in price later may lead buyers to wonder if there is something wrong with the home. Here are some factors to consider in putting in the right price for your home:

•  The location
•  Economic conditions
•  Supply and demand in the local housing market
•  Seasonal influences
•  Local schools
•  Average home prices in the neighborhood
•  Home’s extras (like pool, fireplace, central air etc)

In determining the value of the home, you will probably be better to seek the advice of an estate agent or appraiser. Agents can prepare a market analysis
for you, showing the recent selling prices of three neighborhood properties comparable to your own. They can also help you adjust for the unique features of the home you’re selling.

If the seller has too little information about the home selling market, it’s better to contact a realtor. In finding a realtor, find someone that you feel comfortable with.

First ask your friends and acquaintances for any recommendations but make the final decision based on your needs. A realtor should show you research to support any recommendations, this includes information about recent sales, current listings and recent expired listing in your neighborhood.

The realtor will be knowledgeable in the area in which the home is located. They will get better co- operation from other agents. You should ask for references from the realtor as he or she should be willing to give you names of previous clients. Look for a realtor who can tell you what he or she knows from experience in the market, and not what they think you want to hear.

These home selling tips can avoid headaches when selling your home. Do not make yourself regret everything for not doing the right thing. Don’t underestimate the demands of buyers as many people now wish to move in.


Tags: , , , , , ,
Posted in Marketing, Real Estate | Comments Off

Best Cars Floor Mats on CarID

Written by admin on 3 June 2010 – 9:05 am -

weathertech-floor-matsIf you are one of those drivers who pay good attention to their cars, you must also care on your car floor. For protection and comfort, drivers will wear cars floor mats. Unfortunately, most cars floor mats easily curl or do not alter the shape on certain weather. Carid.com, the best car accessories online store, supplies the best floor mats for your car. This online store offers WeatherTech floor mats for your cars. It will fit all the time. It wears the greatest material and is available on many colors. Check on the website and shop online through it now!

Incoming search terms:


Tags: , , ,
Posted in Business, Car, Fashion | Comments Off

Buying Life Insurance After Being Diagnosed With Cancer

Written by admin on 10 February 2010 – 11:05 pm -

The American Cancer Society estimates doctors will diagnose over 1.4 million new cases of cancer in the U.S. in 2007, with more than 559,650 cancer-related deaths. If you are among the majority of cancer patients and survive for at least five years following your diagnosis, you may face another fight: buying life insurance.

Buying life insurance for cancer patients is challenging, but not necessarily impossible. Your chances for securing a policy depend greatly on the type, stage and grade of the cancer, and even on the treatment plan. There is a relationship between the rate you’ll receive and the curability of your cancer. Certain types of skin cancer, for example, are considered very low risk by life insurance companies and a skin cancer history may not even impact premiums.

Applicants with common and treatable forms of breast and prostate cancer may be able to get a “standard” rating under ideal circumstances. But patients with a history of leukemia or colon cancer may fall into a “substandard” or “high substandard” rating at best, or receive declines. Anyone with cancer that has metastasized likely won’t be able to obtain a policy.

Dr. Charles Levy, senior vice president and chief medical director of AIG American General Domestic Life Insurance Cos., says, “We’re better and better able to differentiate the risks of individual cancers.” Life insurers like AIG American General have sophisticated tables to determine premiums, where they can factor in cancer types and treatments. The end result is better premiums because applicants aren’t lumped together as an “average.”

Most insurers will not offer a policy to someone who is still undergoing treatment for cancer. Depending on your type of cancer, the life insurer may also want to add a surcharge, also called a temporary flat extra. For example, AIG American General sometimes charges temporary flat extras for two to five years, depending on the applicant’s cancer and treatment. The good news is that although these extra premiums can be expensive, they will automatically disappear after a set period of time.

Cancer insurance risk specialists

While a dedicated life insurance agent will search cancer insurance companies to find insurers that will sell you a life insurance policy, in some cases you may be better off seeking out a broker who specializes in finding life insurance for people who have a history of cancer.

These brokers will know the specific questions underwriters will want answered when considering your application. Many brokers have developed relationships with several insurers, so they know which companies offer the best-priced life insurance policies for cancer survivors. Some brokers have experts who specialize in gathering your medical records and organizing them.

By directing your application to life insurers that will view your application most favorably, these brokers will help you find the most accurate price quotes and the lowest premiums for life insurance. Always check the financial strength of the insurer before you buy any policy and be sure that the agent or broker you choose is licensed in your state.

Life insurance strategies for cancer survivors

If you are a healthy cancer survivor, life insurance is even more feasible. There are things you can do to ensure you’re getting the best premium offers possible for your situation.

1. Gather all possible medical records before you apply, from the first pathology report to medical records to treatment records. That ensures medical underwriters have the most complete picture of you, your health, and your cancer history. Having all those records before you apply for cancer insurance will reduce delays in your application process, because your life insurer is going to request them and will wait for them. The information you provide can garner you better premiums in the end: The less life insurer underwriters knows about you, the more likely they are to have to assume you are the highest risk and offer you high premiums accordingly. According to Levy, “If it’s fuzzy, we’re more likely to err on the side of conservatism.”

2. Make sure you have complied with your doctor’s treatment plans. For example, says Levy, if your doctor asked to see you back in one year and you haven’t been back in four years, get to your doctor for your check-up before you apply for life insurance. Your life insurer is not going to offer you a policy without before seeing the results of that check-up. Similarly, if you’ve had breast cancer and you’re due for a mammogram in December and you apply for cancer insurance in October, your life insurer will likely wait for the results of your next mammogram.

3. Get prices from several companies. Policy costs can vary a great deal among companies.

4. See if you can get group life insurance through a professional, fraternal, membership, or political organization to which you belong.

5. Consider a “graded” policy (one with limited benefits) if you cannot get full death benefits. In the first few years of a graded policy, the company pays only the premiums and part of the face value if the insured person dies of a condition, such as cancer, that existed before the policy took effect. If the insured person dies after the specified grading-in period, the company will pay the full face amount of the policy.

If your cancer has been successfully treated, and you are otherwise in good health, you can likely obtain a cancer life insurance policy. If you can show that you are healthy and your treatments have gone well, several insurers may compete for your business.


Tags: , , , , , ,
Posted in Finance | Comments Off