Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of…
Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, John Martelotti - Staten Island Real Estate Sales
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, John Martelotti - Staten Island Real Estate Sales, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One
If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in…
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, John Martelotti - Staten Island Real Estate Sales, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?
Historically low mortgage rates are a big motivator for homebuyers right now. In 2020 alone, rates hit new record-lows 16 times, and the trend continued into the early part of this year. Many hopeful homebuyers are now wondering if they…
Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, John Martelotti - Staten Island Real Estate Sales, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
How to Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality This Year
In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of…