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Published On: July 26, 2010
Town Of Babylon Going Green Program - They Will Finance Home Improvements!
You must own a home in the Town of Babylon to qualify. They will finance the following home improvements:
- Reinforce attic and basement insulation.
- Replace, improve or install high energy efficient heating systems.
- Install ventilation to exhaust moisture.
- Improve air duct and sealing to ensure that cooled or heated air does not escape.
This program so far has saved the average participant over $1,000 a year on their energy bills.
To get started, you must complete the self-check home inventory form or call the LIGH Hotline: (631) 422-4411 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (631) 422-4411 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
For the rest of the steps you need to take, visit their How It Works page. Make sure to read everything on this page. You do have to pay $250.00 for the audit they will conduct. If you end up participating in the Green Home Program, the $250 will go towards the cost of the alternations they would perform on your home.
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Published On: July 26, 2010
LIPA Rebates & Promotions - Saving Energy, Money and Protecting The Environment
LIPA has on their website rebates you can download and they have instant rebates. The following products that apply for the rebates are:
Also visit their energy efficient program page.
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Published On: July 26, 2010
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Published On: July 26, 2010
Babylon NY Condos Real Estate Market Report For Whaler's Cove -
Quarter Ending 6/30/10
There are 2 condos currently available at Whaler's Cove:
3 condos closed during the 2nd Quarter of 2010:
Whalers Cove Condo Development is located in Babylon Village on the South Shore of Suffolk County.
Whalers Cove is conveniently located just minutes from Babylon Village shopping, restaurants, and the Long Island Railroad for those that commute via train to work.
There are 152 condos in Whalers Cove with 1 & 2 bedrooms and maintenance fees start at $170.00 and up. You even get a private patio. Every condo is different. Some have updated kitchens and baths, some do not. 1 condo recently closed at $323,000 for 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and Eat-In-Kitchen.
Whalers Cove is in the highly sought after Babylon Village School District.
Just minutes away from Main Street, Deer Park Avenue and Sunrise Highway. And a convenient 20 minute drive to MacArthur Airport located in Islip, NY
There are so many amenities surrounding Whalers Cove: Babylon Village pool, Argyle Park, Captree Boat Basin, Babylon Town beaches, and Robert Moses State Park.
You will never be bored when you own a condo in Whalers Cove!
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village Real Estate Market Report For January 2010
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village
Real Estate Market Report For February 2010
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village Real Estate Market Report For 1st Quarter 2010
About Whalers Cove Condo Development
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Published On: July 26, 2010
West Babylon Co-Ops Real Estate Market Report For Fisherman's Wharf - Quarter Ending 6/30/10
There are 4 co-ops currently available at Fisherman's Wharf:
8 co-ops at Fisherman's Wharf closed during the 2nd Quarter of 2010:
The maintenance fees include property taxes, heat, landscaping, pool maintenance, the unerlying mortgage, etc. They are up to 65% deductible on your taxes but always consult with your tax professional.
Fisherman's Wharf Co-Ops West Babylon Real Estate Market Report For The 1st Quarter 2010
Fishermans Wharf Co-ops West Babylon Real Estate Market Report For February 2010
Fishermans Wharf Co-Ops West Babylon - Closed Units For 2009
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Published On: July 26, 2010
North Babylon Homes For Sale Real Estate Market Report For W/E 6-27-2010
Every week I'll be posting North Babylon homes for sale, under contract and sold for the previous week.
The chart below represents 12 Newly Listed Homes in North Babylon last week. Week ending 6/20/10 there were 4 newly listed homes just to compare.
The chart below represents 2 homes Under Contract last week.
The chart below represents 3 Homes Sold in North Babylon last week:
If you are looking to sell your home and want a competitive market
analysis, which of course is free,call me anytime (631) 703-0201(631) 703-0201 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting or Email Me
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Published On: July 1, 2010
West Babylon NY Homes For Sale Real Estate Market Report For W/E 6-27-2010
Every week I'll be posting West Babylon homes for sale, under contract and sold for the previous week.
The chart below represents 12 Newly Listed Homes in West Babylon last week:
The chart below represents 2 Homes Under Contract in West Babylon last week:
The chart below represents 3 Homes Sold in West Babylon last week:
If you are looking to sell your home and want a competitive market
analysis, which of course is free, call me anytime at: 631-703-0201
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Published On: July 1, 2010
Lindenhurst NY Real Estate Market Report For W/E 6-27-2010
Every week I'll be posting Lindenhurst homes for sale, under contract and sold for the previous week.
The chart below represents 7 newly listed Single Family homes in Lindenhurst last week. There was only 1 REO.
The chart below represents homes Under Contract in Lindenhurst.
The chart below represents homes that Sold/Closed in Lindenhurst. For the most part, the days on the market looks great!
If you are looking to sell your home and want a competitive market analysis, which of course is free, call me anytime at: 631-703-0201
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Published On: July 1, 2010
Babylon Village NY Real Estate Market Report For W/E 6-27-2010
Every week I'll be posting Babylon homes for sale, under contract and sold for the previous week.
The chart below represents 5 Newly Listed Homes in Babylon last week:
The chart below represents 1 home Under Contract in Babylon last week.
The chart below represents 2 homes Sold in Babylon last week.
If you are looking to sell your home and want a competitive market
analysis, which of course is free, call me anytime at: 631-703-0201
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Let's Talk Colon Health!
Sometimes, this seems to be an embarrassing subject to talk about to some. Some are afraid to get a colonoscopy but it's vital to do it because it can save your life.
A friend of ours as we speak is getting chemo treatments once a month for six months. Why? The answer is obvious but let's rewind to 5 months ago...
Our friend was admitted to the hospital with stomach pains. Once in the emergency room, he told the doctor he hadn't pooped for 5 days. Of course he never told his wife this. She found out right there and then. So, he undergoes all the tests and they see that his colon is really clogged. Yep, sounds gross but it is what it is. I used to be on his case when I found out that at 60 years old he never had a colonoscopy. He knew I would be ticked off at him. I never said how I felt but he knows it because he knows me.
They do surgery and discover the cancer. He was riddled with it. They said they think they got most of it but chemo treatments are in order to make sure they get rid of it all. After the first few chemo treatments he was feeling fine. The other day my husband spoke with our friend and he is now feeling the effects of the chemo. He thought it was going to be smooth sailing with treatments.
Please, when you turn 50, get the colonoscopies. It can save your life!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Operation Homefront a non-profit organization dedicated to helping soldiers in need and CDW-G a technology 
serivce provider, have partnered to provide donated laptops to wounded soldiers in the DC area.
Soliders recovering at Fort Belvoir and Walter Reed will be able to connect with family, take courses, stay in touch with friends and keep up with the news with the donated laptops.
In addition to the laptop computer donations, Office Depot will match any Lexmark printer purchase from May 30 through June 5, 2010 with a printer donation to Operation Homefront to be distributed throughout the US.
If you have recently replaced your computer and it is still in good working condition you can contact your local chapter of Operation Homefront to see whether it would be acceptable for donation.
Since Operation Homefront was founded in 2002 they have has provided more than $92 million dollars of funding to programs to benefit military families.
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Published On: June 24, 2010
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Published On: June 24, 2010
North Babylon NY Sold Homes Prices For 2008 Thru May 2010
2008 was a great year wasn't it?
Sold prices decreased 9.87% in 2009 compared to 2008.
Sold Prices increased .33% so far for 2010 compared to 2009.
The average sold price from January 2010 Through April 2010 was $300,566 The chart below was for last month:
The chart below represents average sold prices in North Babylon month to month for 2009:
Recent Posts For North Babylon:
North Babylon Real Estate Market Report Newly Listed Homes Month Ending 4/30/10
North Babylon Real Estate Market Report Homes Under Contract Month Ending 4/30/10
North Babylon Real Estate Market Report Homes That Sold Month Ending 4/30/10
North Babylon Short Sale Real Estate Market Report 1st Quarter 2010
Comparable Market Analysis When Selling Your Home: What It Really Means
If you want monthly market reports for North Babylon, email me and I will sign you up! Enjoy your day!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
West Babylon NY Sold Homes Prices For 2008 Thru May 2010
2008 was a great year wasn't it?
Sold prices decreased 10.77% in 2009 compared to 2008.
Sold Prices decreased 1% through May 2010 compared to month ending April, 2010. Here is the chart from last month:
The chart below represents average sold prices in West Babylon month to month for 2009:
Recent Posts For West Babylon:
Fisherman's Wharf Co-Ops Real Estate Market Report For Month Ending 4/30/10
West Babylon Real Estate Market Report Newly Listed Homes Month Ending 4/30/10
West Babylon Real Estate Market Report Homes Under Contract Month Endng 4/30/10
West Babylon Real Estate Market Report Sold Homes For Month Ending 4/30/10
West Babylon Short Sale Real Estate Market Report 1st Quarter 2010
If you want to receive monthly market reports for West Babylon, email me and I will set you up! Enjoy your day!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Babylon Village Sold Homes Prices For 2008 Thru May 2010
2008 was a great year wasn't it?
Sold prices dropped 13.24% in 2009 compared to 2008.
The Average Sold Price from January Thru April 2010 was $461,459 so that is a 3.25% decrease compared to the end of May 2010. This doesn't mean that Babylon is in a downward spiral. This is a month by month reporting.
Here is the chart for period ending April 2010:
I am seeing many Babylon listings expiring in the upper 500K and over range. Why? Due to job losses across Long Island, that buyer pool that normally could afford that price range 3-5 years ago, cannot at this point. That buyer pool has been reduced.
What do you do if you want to sell your home? You have choices:
- You can reduce the price to market value in order for it to sell. In your eyes, that may be giving away your home and I understand that. But market value is determined by how much a buyer is willing to pay. Buyers are educated. They know what is market value and what is not.
- Leave it off the market until you see signs that it's a seller's market.
Right now, it's truly a great time to sell your home. Why? Mortgage rates are below 5% as of this writing. Buyers are taking advantage of that and so can you. If you are comfortable with what you can sell your home for and when you sell, you will be buying low. You can't sell high and buy low at the same time. Food for thought :)
Below is a month to month chart for Average Sold Prices during 2009 for Babylon:
If you would like to receive market reports for Babylon Village, contact me and every month I will send you market reports via email which will help to keep you informed about the real estate market for Babylon Village. Enjoy your day!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Lindenhurst NY Sold Homes Prices For 2008 Thru May 2010
2008 was a great year wasn't it?
Sold prices decreased 7.57% in 2009 compared to 2008.
Sold Prices decreased 5.48% through April 2010 compared to 2009. But, compared to April, 2010 sold home prices increased 1.02%. The average sold price last month was $292,000 Here is the chart for last month:
The chart below represents sold prices in Lindenhurst for 2009:
Recent Posts Regarding Lindenhurst, NY:
Lindenhurst Homes That Sold Month Ending 4/30/10
Lindenhurst Homes Under Contract Month Ending 4/30/10
Lindenhurst Newly Listed Homes Month Ending 4/30/10
Lindenhurst Short Sale Market Report For 1st Quarter 2010
Lindenhurst - What A Great Place To Live, Work and Play!
**All data is provided by the Mulitple Listing Service of Long Island**
If you want to receive monthly market reports for Lindenhurst, contact me and I will sign you up! Enjoy your day!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village Real Estate Market Report Month Ending 5/31/10
Condos Currently Available: 2
(No newly listed condos for May 2010)
Average Listing Price: $326,938
Average Property Taxes: $3,726
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village Real Estate Market Report For January 2010
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village
Real Estate Market Report For February 2010
Whalers Cove Condos Babylon Village Real Estate Market Report For 1st Quarter 2010
About Whalers Cove Condo Development
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If you want real estate market reports for your area monthly, email me and I will sign you up. Pleas specify the area(s) you want. Enjoy your day!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Fisherman's Wharf Co-Ops West Babylon Real Estate Market Report Month Ending 5/31/10
There were no newly listed co-ops during the month of May.
Under Contract: 1
Current Listing Price: $218,900
Original Listing Price: $223,900
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Days On The Market: 157
Maintenance Fee: $985.97
The maintenance fee includes property taxes, heat, landscaping, pool maintenance, underlying mortgage, etc. They are up to 65% deductible but consult with your Tax Accountant.
Sold Units: 2
One unit was a 1 bedroom and sold for $176,000 with 60 days on the market.
The other was a 2 bedroom and sold for $180,000 with 112 days on the market.
Fisherman's Wharf Co-Ops West Babylon Real Estate Market Report For The 1st Quarter 2010
Fishermans Wharf Co-ops West Babylon Real Estate Market Report For February 2010
Fishermans Wharf Co-Ops West Babylon - Closed Units For 2009
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About West Babylon
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Published On: June 24, 2010
How Much Stuff Cost In 1960
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Senior Citizen Organizations In Suffolk County And New York State
Suffolk County Office For The Aging - They administer Federal, State and County programs for people over 60 years old.
Catholic Charities - They ensure seniors can live independently while maintaining physical and emotional health.
NYS Tax Relief for Seniors - Free and unbiased help for public benefits.
Housing Guide For Senior Citizens - Lots of information about resources and requirements.
Senior Employment Program - 90 Higbie Lane - West Islip, NY 11795 (631) 661-6040
ElderCare Resource Center - There are a ton of resources here including senior housing, for Veterans, assisted living help, planning for Long Term Care, etc.
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Jones Beach Rescue Volunteer Organization
Jones Beach Rescue is a volunteer organization that believes Jones Beach can be the world class public beach it once was. They are committed to the restoration and enhancement of the park's historic and natural resources, and will work with the Regional Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation to support work that improves the user experience.
To learn more about Jones Beach Rescue, receive more information about events or to get involved, please email Jones Beach Rescue at: jonesbeachrescue@gmail.com
Or you may contact Alexandra Parsons Wolfe - Society for the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities at: (631) 692-4664 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (631) 692-4664
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Published On: June 24, 2010
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Piping Plover Needs Your Help!![]()
They raise their babies in the same areas we play in. They are not easily seen because of their unique ability to blend in with the sand. This makes it difficult for predators to see them.
The Piping Plover is an endangered species. If they die, we will never see them again.
When you are at the beaches and parks you can help them by:
- Respecting all areas fenced or posted for the protection of plover and other wildlife.
- Not approaching or lingering near their nests.
- Not leaving or burying trash or food scraps on the beach. Any garbage will attract their predators.
- Beach-goers and kites approaching the nests seem like predators to the Piping Plover.
So please, stay away from their nesting areas. There is plenty of room for all of us!
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Free Skin Cancer Screenings In New York and Connecticut
- Jones Beach Boardwalk, Central Mall - June 24th, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Call (516) 352-4227 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (516) 352-4227 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
- Penfield Beach, Fairfield, CT - June 25, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Call (203) 854-9911 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (203) 854-9911 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
- Jones Beach Boardwalk, Central Mall - July 14th, 2010 from 10-2 p.m. Call (516) 352-4227 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (516) 352-4227 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
- Penfield Beach, Fairfield CT - July 16, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Call (203) 854-9911 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (203) 854-9911 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
- Greenburgh Pool, Greenburgh, NY - July 22nd, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Call (203) 854-9911 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (203) 854-9911 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
- Penfield Beach, Fairfiled, CT - August 6, 2010 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Call (203) 854-9911 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (203) 854-9911 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for details.
Be Sun Smart
- Self monthly body exam.
- Moles changing.
- Anything new on your skin.
- Reason to see a Dermatologist immediately.
- Tanned skin is damaged skin.
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Published On: June 24, 2010
Babylon Luxury Sold Homes Through 5/31/10
There were 3 luxury homes in Babylon that sold:
Please note the Days On The Market (DOM). Not long at all. So far, that is a good sign. The first one even had a bidding war!
About Babylon
What is now Babylon Town and Village was originally part of Huntington Town and known as South Huntington (or Huntington South). Lightly settled from 1689, its main industry, in common with much of the area along Great South Bay and South Oyster Bay (both actually lagoons), was the harvesting of salt hay, which was used as cattle feed and bedding.
When a community grew up in the area by 1803, prominent local citizens sought to adopt a new name. An influential local lady, Mrs. Conklin, was used to living inland in what is now considered Dix Hills and was at unease with the home site that her grandchildren would be raised in. The bible-reading Mrs. Conklin compared the new hamlet to the biblical city of Babylon and proposed that name in apparent defiance of the area's rather bawdy reputation as a stop-over place for travelers on Long Island's south shore. Her son Nat was appalled by the use of an "unholy" name. The family legend states she replied: "But it will be a new Babylon." The name stuck, despite some effort to change it.
Babylon School District
The Babylon School District consists of Babylon Elementary School, Babylon Memorial Grade School, and the Junior-Senior High Sch
