Holly Wiesner Olivieri

Do You Believe Home Ownership Matters ?

Do you believe our families and our homes are the center of the American Dream ? Are those homes… and our lives in them the focus of creating a beautiful, cozy functional way of living for the ones we love ? Home is the one place where we create our own environment that is unique to our own lifestyle. This belief of home ownership has been the American Dream for 234 years and is the core value of this country.

Home ownership remains the American dream… you develop positive differences in people’s family relationships and their finances while connecting to the community. Society benefits as well…studies have shown students from families that owned houses scored higher on Achievement Tests than those of families who rent. There also is a stronger community and civic connection .

Clearly from the 2011 NAR- Harris poll: Young adults do believe and are committed to one day becoming home owners. Following the path of their parents and grandparents .Young adults do feel it has been more difficult to achieve the American Dream… yet acknowledge doing so would provide a healthy stable environment for raising a family. In my opinion home ownership does matter…continuing to be the true value of our nation.

Are you, a friend or relative looking for expert advise and knowledge in buying or selling Staten Island real estate?

Check out my “New Website” http://HollyWiesnerOlivieri.com

SINY’s North Shore Expert page http://facebook.com/northshoreholly

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There are two kinds of Real Estate professionals….those who understand the emotional and financial complexity of buying or selling a home…. and those who don’t. Have an extraordinary day!

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Van Duzer Days… Huge Outdoor Venue, Tomorrow On Staten Island’s North Shore.

Make sure to check out Van Duzer Days tomorrow

July 21………one huge outdoor venue in the neighborhood of Stapleton. Featuring small local businesses, local artists, musicians, photographers and so much more. Looking for a day of fun for everyone…smiling faces, local businesses engage in the rich diversity of this vibrant North Shore community.

Some of the local businesses recently interviewed in

“North Shore Buzz” will be in attendance……

Sal Vulcano of Full Cup….also known from Impractical Jokers truTV

Tariq Zaid of Richmond Hood Company

Ira of…. Ira’s Curiosity Place will be looking for you tomorrow, so enjoy and have a great time!

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Looking for a home in Staten Island’s North Shore?

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Thank you and have an extraordinary day!

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Pending Sales Are Up 30% On Staten Island’s North Shore.

The Staten Island North Shore communities of Snug Harbor, New Brighton, Livingston, Randall Manor, West Brighton, Port Richmond, Mariners Harbor, Graniteville, Arlington, Bloomfield and Elm Park have pending sales up by 30% and new listings are down 22.6%

The chart below shows updated statistics on the North Shore of Staten Island.

The recent momentum in housing has plenty of economists and forecasters convinced that the worst is behind us. The housing market has reached the bottom at least according to 44 forecasters surveyed by The Wall Street journal.

With such positive signs…..more homes should be appearing on the local market. Why not….start looking to buy your dream home…..or get your home listed on todays local market?

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Looking for a home in Staten Island’s North Shore ?

Local community video’s - http://NorthShoreBuzz.com

Thank you and have an extraordinary day!

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Home Trend Watch: Home Owners Want More Kitchen Space

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The Kitchen always seems to be the focal point of a home…… it’s a gathering place for conversation, food, family time and more….it certainly is the hub of all the happenings in the home. For this reason I understand the demand for space….this area has it all going on. In my opinion your home should fit your lifestyle……comfort and ease of living.
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6 Painting Tips for Freshening Up Exteriors

6 Painting Tips for Freshening Up Exteriors

On April 16, 2012, in Curb Appeal, Remodeling Adviser, by Melissa Tracey

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By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine

Photo Credit: Paint Quality Institute

Springtime is the best time to give a home a fresh coat of paint, according to the Paint Quality Institute.

“By painting in moderate weather, you’ll likely get a longer-lasting paint job,” says Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert for the Paint Quality Institute. Zimmer says that exterior painting is best to do when temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but not when it gets too hot. “Very hot days can cause the paint to dry too quickly and impair good paint film formation,” she notes.

Some more tips for exterior painting from Zimmer:

1. Paint in the shade and avoid painting in direct sunshine. Sunlit surfaces can be 10 to 20 degrees hotter than the air temperature.

2. Don’t paint when it’s too windy. Wind can cause latex paint to dry too quickly as well as cause dust and other contaminates to imbed in the paint, possibly creating a surface ripe for mildew, Zimmer says.

3. Avoid the rain. Wait for another day if it’s rained within the last 24 hours. If several days of rain is forecast, postpone your painting for several days until a rain-free week.

4. Prime the surface. Apply a coat of primer to any new surface that has never been painted, or spot-prime areas where paint has worn away, Zimmer suggests.

5. Don’t skimp on paint. Use top quality 100 percent acrylic latex paint. It’s durable, flexible, colorfast, and can often last 10 years or more compared to ordinary paint, Zimmer says. To make the paint last even longer, apply at least two coats–a coat of primer and coat of paint, or two coats of house paint, she adds.

6. Don’t postpone painting. Postponing painting the exterior of a home that is long overdue can actually cause damage to a home. Exposed wood can begin to rot and other types of exterior siding also can suffer when the paint starts to wear off, Zimmer says.

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Weather is great…..time to get painting! Create great curb appeal…..a fresh coat of paint…..clean fresh look…combined with Spring flowers and trees. Now that’s wow factor!
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Do You Like Upbeat And Unique? Check Out What I Found On Staten Island’s North Shore!

Looking for a boutique with unique style…a fresh look?

Definitely check out……

“The Richmond Hood Company”, located in West Brighton on Staten Island’s North Shore.

My recent interview with Tariq, owner of

“The Richmond Hood Company”….has a dynamic Lifestyle Boutique.

Local artist’s have their creative designs here…Staten Island wear, urban action sports wear, street wear, unique one of a kind designs..create your distinctive look.

Where to stay active on Staten Island’s North Shore… sport enthusiast, parks or arts and recreation. When looking for a neighborhood to call home…see what’s happening in the area. Staten Island’s North Shore has diversity with a unique blend of home styles. Check out locally and nationally what is happening in the real estate market..

“Spend a day on Staten Island and explore what our wonderful Island has to offer”.

Check out my New Website…. http://HollyWiesnerOlivieri.com

Also join me on facebook….. http://facebook.com/northshoreholly

Let’s connect on twitter ……. http://twitter.com/hollyolivieri

There are two kinds of Real Estate professionals…those who understand the emotional and financial complexity of buying or selling a home….and those who don’t.

Thank you and have an extraordinary day!

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Are You The Buyer Closing The Deal……In Staten Island’s North Shore?

Spring is in the air… birds are singing.. flowers blooming…fresh air…open windows. What a feel good time to consider making that move to purchase a new home. Yesterday’s buyer is closing the deal on his Staten Island North Shore purchase.

When looking for a particular community to call home…..drive around, see what’s happening in the area. Talk to neighbors, you will be pleasantly surprised how willing most are to boast of their neighborhood. Staten Island’s North Shore is a community filled with diversity, culture, parks with an easy commute to NYC and Brooklyn.

Are you looking for a home in Staten Island’s North shore?

Check out my “New Website” just launched

http://HollyWiesnerOlivieri.com

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Where On Staten Island’s North Shore ……Is The Best Deal?

Who isn’t looking for best deal? Let’s face it knowing what is available, and getting the best value is key…. This certainly is true in real estate….most buyers today want to take advantage of the current market.…with much opportunity to be had. Except…. are buyers fully informed?…. or mislead and not getting a grasp of what truly is going on in the local market.

The chart below provides current data of Staten Island’s housing market.

I encourage you to get updated data….and use these resources that will help you to decide what is best for you. Inventory changes…life events change…real estate is local….knowing what is happening locally is vital in purchasing investment properties…. your first home or upgrading to your next home.

Stay informed and connected in Staten Island’s North Shore http://HollyWiesnerOlivieri.com http://facebook.com/northshoreholly

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Where On Staten Island’s North Shore ……Is The Best Bang For The Buck?

Who isn’t looking for best bang for the buck? Let’s face it knowing what is available, and getting the best price is key….and in the cards for everyone. This certainly is true in real estate….most buyers today want to take advantage of the current market.…with much opportunity to be had. Except…. they are still very much uninformed, mislead and not fully getting a grasp of what truly is going on in the local market.

The chart below provides current data of Staten Island’s housing market.

I encourage you to absorb all the information available….like Ira’s Curosity Place….inventory changes…life events change…real estate is local….knowing what is happening locally and being provided with current information is critical in purchasing real estate….similar to purchasing a treasure from Ira.

Stay informed and connected in Staten Island’s North Shore http://HollyWiesnerOlivieri.com http://facebook.com/northshoreholly

Thank you and have an extraordinary day!

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Where I found A Great Breakfast Value In SINY’s North Shore!

I love to be greeted with friendly smiles….great service….delicious breakfast with unlimited coffee…all for under $15.00 ……what a wonderful neighborhood place to meet and eat….. on Staten Island’s North Shore.