It’s a dream we all have – to own our own home and stop paying rent. But if you’re like most renters, you feel trapped within the walls of a house or apartment that doesn’t feel like yours. How could it when you’re not even permitted to bang in a nail or two without a […]
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Congratulations, you are on your way to owning your very own home! Follow these suggestions (and the advice of your Realtors ®) so that escrow and settlement with go as smooth as possible. You will be asked for a down payment on the home you are purchasing. You can choose to put down as much […]
You’ve found your dream home, the seller has accepted your offer, your loan has been approved and you’re eager to move into your new home. But before you get the key, there’s one more step–the closing. Also called the settlement, the closing is the process of passing ownership of property from seller to buyer. And […]
Before the offer to purchase is created, it is very important that you have been at least pre-qualified or better yet pre-approved by a lender. This is one of the best negotiating tools a buyer can have. It shows the seller that you are financially able to purchase the home. After you have found the […]
If you are a first-time home buyer, use the guide below for helpful hints and tips and learn how to avoid common mistakes when buying your first home in Staten Island. Pre-Qualification: Meet with a mortgage broker and find out how much you can afford to pay for a home. Pre-Approval: While knowing how much you can […]
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"Hal and Jason from YHSGRA are the best real estate agents you can find in New York area. They are professional, knowledgeable and very experienced. The communication with them is a breeze, they always reply messages, answering your questions in a timely manner. Hal sold 2 houses for me in the past 5 years. Each one was sold higher than my expectations, within less than a week of time. "
Cyril Zh
"Hal and his team were amazing. They said the process would go quick and it did. From beginning to end, Hal and his team were there. You want an agent who is going to listen, be mindful of your needs and concerns, and finally deliver. That’s who Hal is."
Carmen Diaz
"They are good people and Professional."
Sabrina
"I could not have been happier with the his service! My house sold in 4 weeks of being on the market! Hats off to Hal Blake! Very warm and not pushy at all!!"
Philipson7
"I am so glad I used Hal Blake to sell my home. I can honestly say Hal was diligent with all aspects of the sale thruout the whole process. He is personable yet extremely professional. Hal was my go to guy whenever the lawyers and the bank seemed to be dragging their feet. He made me feel like my home was his most important sale. It was very refreshing. I would highly recommend using Hal Blake for your real estate needs."
marashaj
"Mom was getting too elderly to handle her house in the Oakwood section of SI. Hal was professional kind and as others reviewers attest, honest. I myself am a realtor but not in NYC so we listed with Hal and never looked back. He was very helpful in all aspects of the sales and moving process. He never pressured Mom but managed to procure a fair offer which Mom thought over and accepted. If we had any further business to do in SI this broker is the one we would gladly call again."
JS G
"From the first meeting I had with Hal, I was impressed! He outlined every step of the selling process and All the different ways he would market my home for sale. Not only did he do EVERYTHING he spoke about, he had my home in contract in less than 30 days! I highly recommend Hal and his team if you are buying or selling, I'm sure you will be as happy as I am with the professionalism , great service and the extremely smooth process ."
Stephen Novelli
"Hal is very good and helpful. He found my house in one day and he helped me close in less than 45 days. I was a first time home owner and he helped me step by step and he had no problem answering all of my questions. He was always there when I needed him and even after the house closed he took me to the DMV and helped me get discounts with EZ pass as well as showing me around the neighborhood. He was amazing, I can't say enough good things about him. Any further home buying needs me or my family need I will definitely look to him in the future."
staceyli8158
"Hal came highly recommended and I was very happy with the service he provided. He was extremely professional. He knew the neighborhood and market conditions. He made himself available to show the property when we were not able to."
stuartk63
"I was a first time homebuyer, and Jason made it a simple and stress free experience. Always available, always answering my non-stop questions ... overall outstanding service and highly recommended!"
zuser20150527085020892
"Can't say enough how pleased we were to have Jason represent my uncle's estate. He was always available to address concerns and got the job done even though the toughest of times. Thanks again guys."
George Edgeworth
"Hal was very helpful and caring to my needs and always called me back no matter what he might have been doing. He also gave me the best advice to help me in the process of selling my home. I didn't know Hal before me selling my home and I feel that we can actually say we became friends in the process of selling my home. I am very glad that I had the pleasure to meet him and of course him selling my home. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends."
Saveria Camia
"Hal sold my mom's condo in Four Brothers community. He was very professional, honest and went beyond the call of duty to help assist my family in the process. Since my family lives in another state, Hal handled every detail without us EVER having to go to Staten Island. He was always there to answer every question and I would recommend him."
bemackler
"Mr. Blake is a professional who is truly knowledgeable in real estate and all aspects of selling and has a lot of valuable resources; he is reliable, responsible, punctual, honest, attentive, never pushy and an absolute pleasure to work with. Honestly, he is the last realtor that I really trust and pleasure to deal with. He guided us through every single step of the way, was always available to answer any questions and give his own professional and honest opinion, and made this whole process a very pleasurable and smooth experience. He absolutely exceeded our expectations and we truly think that if it wasn't for him we never sell our house the price we want. If you want a true professional who really cares, listens, and goes above and beyond, Mr. Blake is your guy! Thank you very much Mr. Blake. Definitely I will recommend your excellent service. "
TolitsGarcia
"This was my first time buying a home, and Hal couldn’t have been better. He walked me through the process with true expertise, honesty and clarity. Extremely accommodating and thorough from the first time meeting him until day of closing. Any home I wanted to see, he would have a showing booked within minutes. Every call and text was answered and responded to immediately. He was early to every meeting/showing and I could tell he had my Best interest as his priority.he made buying a home a lot less daunting. I’d highly recommend working with him, a true professional."
user08624123
"Jason Blake is an excellent, down to earth realtor who I strongly recommend. From the beginning, he thought of everything and guided us wisely every step of the way. No stone was left unturned. His advice was spot on and it helped to sell our home very quickly and without issues. His communication skills are also very much appreciated. Any questions or concerns were quickly responded to in a clear and concise manner. Progress updates came expeditiously. Definitely work with these guys if you're ready to sell your home!"
Janine Maisano
"I just want to thank you for your help in selling my mother’s home. It wasn’t easy for me. Your carry & compassion helped me do what is best."
Carol Ann
"Hal and Jason were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. What was truly remarkable was their willingness to give honest and detailed feedback throughout the entire process. I highly recommend them!"
rbrthllrd
"After several price reductions with my listing agent I decided to CALL HAL. I took my listing off the market for 30 days and relisted the house with HAL. He had 2 FULL ASK OFFERS for us in 24 hours. WE COULD NOT BELIEVE IT!!! It was a fair price for our home and we were SO HAPPY! HAL is the BEST in the business. If you want to SELL you home... CALL HAL!!!"
K Taylor
"I need to extend our gracious thanks to Hal Blake for helping my sisters and I in selling my parent's home. When deciding to put their house on the market, we were guided by Hal's expertise and professionalism. To our surprise Hal sold their house for us in one day. Yes that is correct one day. Hal was instrumental and helpful to both us the seller as well as the buyer. We the seller were stress free because of Hal's assistance. I would highly recommend Hal's service for both a seller and buyer because he truly worked for both sides."
Trish Geraghty
"Hal was a pleasure to deal with. Besides for being very knowledgeable in his field, he was extremely patient and helpful. Hal made sure to explain the process and was quick to respond to all of my questions. Hal constantly made sure that the process ran smoothly and that each party was on the same page. I wouldn't think twice before referring Hal to my friends and Family. He is an exceptional broker and a great guy."
jcohen268
"I worked with Helen, an agent at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, to find our literal dream apartment!! The process was seamless, I'm so happy and grateful and highly recommend her if you need an agent in Brooklyn."
Sabrina Nacmias
"Hal is the most hard working and dedicated broker I ever dealt with. Hal sold my home within 30 days of listing the property. I highly recommend him to buy or sell your home."
visiontrendinc
"Hal did everything he could to streamline the process. He often handled things that he didn’t need to simply to save me a trip into SI. I have been in business for 30 years, and I can confidently say that you will not find ANY better, kinder, more knowledgeable and more professional realtors in the SI area that Hal and Jason Blake. "
Dr Randi Ross
"I would highly recommend Hal to represent in a real estate deal. He spends the time to understand individual requirements and incorporating his local market knowledge focus on what is important for each client. He communicates well and at the right frequency to keep all parties informed each step of the way and offer guidance when needed. There are a lot of real estate agents out there that have rights skills to help with the purchase or sale, Hal, however distinguish himself by providing the white glove service to make it a pleasant experience to offer a comprehensive real estate brokerage solution."
unayyar1
"Recently my husband and I were interested in selling our home. We reached out to Hal Blake who was not only incredibly responsible yet two days after having our home on the market we received an offer that we accepted. During our transition, Hal always responded to our calls, texts, and emails. Hal Blake is extremely knowledgeable, professional and provided an outstanding service. Thank you Hal for being so amazing!!!"
sglinares4
"Hal and Jason were very responsive, kind, knowledgeable and always professional and respectful. Always, considering our thoughts and opinions. We had a great experience and highly recommend you to seek Hal and Jason's assistance when looking to buy or sell. Thank you! We are happy and enjoying the sunshine state."
Millie Ison
"I appreciate Hal’s real estate service on selling my condo timely and more importantly smoothly. Thank you."
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