JOSEPH RANOLA - YOUR REAL ESTATE EXECUTIVE

Since September, mortgage rates have been on a rollercoaster. They first dipped into the low 6% range only to climb past 7% by the end of...

Homeownership is amazing—but it’s also a total lifestyle shift from the rental days. From surprise plumbing issues to finally being able...

If you're about to buy a home, you might think you've budgeted everything. But are you prepared for all the fees that come with closing...

Thinking about updating your home? You're not alone. Over the past five years, 94% of homeowners completed a major renovation project....

For the first time since 2020, housing affordability improved year over year. This is largely due to a drop in mortgage rates, which have...

By now, you’ve probably heard about the news: the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut is the fi in four years.  But what does that really...

Getting a mortgage on Staten Island doesn't have to be complicated! Navigating the world of mortgages can be daunting, especially for...

Being a first-time homebuyer in Staten Island doesn't have to be painful! Embarking on the journey of purchasing your first home is a...

Assumable mortgages are all the rage on Tik Tok...but are they real? With rates on an upward spiral since mid-2022, assumable mortgages...

$3,000/month will now get you $453,000 in purchasing power, up from $416,000 in Q4 2023. With rates recently falling to ~6.7%, buyers...

Zillows new system allows you to build credit by paying rent- a win for renters! Building credit is an essential step towards eventually...

Millennials, tired of being locked out of the market, are ready to jump in...no matter the rate! Taken from the geniuses over at...

Navigating Staten Island's Real Estate Market: Trends and Predictions Introduction Navigating Staten Island's real estate market is...

One of your most vital decisions is choosing the perfect neighborhood to call home. Your neighborhood shapes your daily life, so explore...

Welcome to the modern era of home buying, where digital tools and online resources will empower your Staten Island home search. Let's...

The Importance of Pre-Approval: How to Get Started Congratulations on taking one of the first steps towards homeownership—getting...

Congratulations on taking the exciting step towards homeownership! Among the crucial decisions you'll encounter on this journey,...

Congratulations on taking the exciting step towards homeownership! As a first-time homebuyer, you're embarking on a thrilling journey...