NY State MLS Blog


11/27/2019

Why it is a Good Idea to Buy a House in the Winter

Although we'd all like to decide when we'll buy a house and move, there are always other circumstances that can push the move to be sooner or later than we had planned, and it can be very stressful. It's a popular opinion that winter is the worst season to buy a home, but there are actually many advantages of house hunting in wintertime.It's obvious why real estate experts have declared
 
11/27/2019

On-Demand Webinar: Secrets to a Healthy (Client) Relationship

Can your MLS save your relationship? Looking for relationship advice? We're here to help. With our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool, you can keep track of every message with your sellers, buyers, and your most promising leads all from one central platform. We'll teach you the basics of our CRM, as well as our favorite under-utilized tricks to get the most out of your
 
11/21/2019

How to Find the Right Storage Unit for Your Needs

There are many situations when a storage unit might prove to be useful. Unfortunately, many people may face some difficulties when it's time to find the right storage unit for their specific needs. From thinking that all units are the same, to being overwhelmed by loads of different options, people with little or no experience with renting storage units often find themselves baffled. With that
 
11/19/2019

How to Winterize Your Lawn

As soon as you start pulling out your winter socks and sweaters, it's time to turn your attention to your yard. To guarantee a healthy, green lawn come springtime, winterize your lawn in late fall. Now's the time to set up your lawn for success next year. Aerate Help your cool-season grasses take a deep breath by aerating
 
11/12/2019

4 Home Improvement Projects to Do Before Putting Your House on the Market

Homeowners preparing to put to a house on the market can make upgrades and improvements to increase the value of the home and get the best possible deal in a sale, but all home improvement projects are not equal. Some may add great value to the home at minimal expense, while others done at great expense add little value when the house is put up for sale.Extensive remodels or renovations that
 
11/11/2019

Our Fall/Winter 2019 Webinar Schedule is Here!

Ready to take your career to the next level? Join us for our educational webinar series by registering for a session below. Feeling ambitious? Register for all of them. We look forward to seeing you there! Secrets to a Healthy (Client) Relationship On DemandLooking for relationship advice? We're here to help. With our Customer
 
11/07/2019

New Year, New Home: 5 Ways to Prepare for Your New Home

Boy, does time fly fast. In just a few months, it will already be 2020. Some of us have made big leaps in our life in an effort to end this last year of the decade with a bang. One of those big leaps may be buying a new home. If you did, here are five ways you can prepare for your new home. 1. Spruce Up Your Previous Home
 
11/04/2019

Back in the Game? How to Get Your Real Estate License Back

Many people come in and out of the real estate industry for many different reasons. If you're a former real estate agent looking to get your license back after it's lapsed, it can be frustrating trying to understand all of the changes that have occurred in New York State real estate law since you last had a license. It's also difficult to get accurate information, as multiple sources give
 
10/30/2019

How to Add Warmth To Your Home For Fall

With the fall and winter months upon us, it's important to make sure your home is cozy and optimized to enjoy the cool weather from indoors. There is nothing more comforting than coming home after a long day to a snug, inviting home. We have compiled some tips and tricks to easily add more warmth to your home for the upcoming