Feng Shui Gift Certificates to Ring in the Chinese New Year! Looking for a unique gift to give your family member, friend or even co-worker?  A Full Feng Shui Consultation or Assessment is a great option. Giving someone the opportunity to re-focus their energy and create a deep and profound connection with their surroundings can help inspire them to shift their life in a more positive direction and learn techniques on how to maintain that motivation.  2014 has just begun and the Chinese New Year is right around the corner, starting January 31st, 2014. This is a great time to gift another or even yourself with a Full Feng Shui Consultation or Assessment.   To purchase and schedule visit: Feng Shui Gift Certificates 01/02/2014

Why Do Banks Reject Mortgage Applications in Crown Heights Brooklyn? Discover Top Reasons of Mortgage Application Rejections and How You Can Avoid Them Why do banks reject mortgage applications in Crown Heights Brooklyn NY. Getting a mortgage loan approved is no easy feat nowadays. Bank policies have turned a lot stricter in the past few years and today only 55% of the overall mortgage applications get approved. If you are thinking about a new home or a refinance, you need to know all the facts beforehand to avoid any problems later on. What exactly are the reasons that result in a loan rejection? What criteria do the banks use in judging an application and how can you get your loan approved? Keep reading to find out. Reasons of Loan Rejection You Haven’t Documented Your Income Properly... 12/12/2013

I have had clients, friends and even family ask me, "What is Your Success Rate?" I had never thought of my past clients in terms of a scale or tape measure, and even if I had, would never be able to "graph" their success rate?  Taking it a step further while thinking about it later, would it have meant my success in inspiring them to actually make the suggested changes?  Or being able to give them other perspectives so they can start to look at their lives and situations differently and begin to change into a different way of thinking?  I make it a point to keep up with my clients but some will not contact me after a consultation.  I later find out they did not make the changes or had taken advice on what to do to change the Energy. I wondered if Success is only measured not in HOW the ... 12/01/2013

 How to Finance Investment Properties in Brooklyn Heights NY! How to finance investment properties in Brooklyn heights. The residential real estate market is quickly getting back in focus of investors. With the economy situation improving day by day, a lot of people consider it a good call to invest in real estate and earn big profits. While the prices are certainly looking on a brighter side, financing on the other hand is getting difficult t come by. The rules are strict and the tight credit in the market is making it difficult or a lot of people to qualify for loans. However, the good news is that you can make steady progress and avoid a lot of hitches if you plan and research for several financing options in advance. Here are a few tips that can help you get eligible for good financ... 11/21/2013

NURTUREart Benefit 2013 - Nonprofit - Brooklyn, NY Education Program Exhibition   According to its website, Nurtureart is a non-profit dedicated to giving new artists exhibition opportunities and resources. George Robinson, founder, realized his vision to help emerging artists of the next generation with the company's unique arts programs that connect practicing professional artists and curators with teachers and students. Its Education Outreach Program provides life skills to underserved Brooklyn youth, while its special events bring a diverse public together to form a vibrant art community. A select group of students from I.S. 136, Charles O. Dewey Middle School, (my husband is Principal) exhibited their art work at the Bernarducci Meisel Gallery, 37 W. 57th St., NY, on October 28, 20... 11/09/2013

I am not sure about you but I have always be fascinated by the New York Marathon. As a little girl, I watched the marathon on tv. I always thought to myself "Why do these people run?" "How could they possibly run for that long of a period of time?" I admire these runners. I was never a runner. Yes, I ran as a kid playing sports but I never imagined myself running a marathon -- the thought actually scared me.  One day, as I was creating a bucket list of things I never imagined doing, I put down a 1/2 Marathon and a full Marathon in my lifetime. Well, March 18, 2012, I completed my first 1/2 Marathon in NYC. I must say, this was the most amazing experience and memory of my lifetime so far. As I trained for this race and ran that day the answers to my questions as a little girl were answer... 11/03/2013

Keller Williams Realty Empire - Brooklyn, NY is so proud to be a part of the 1st Annual Walk to the Bridge & Back to Support Breast Cancer! Come Join Team KW CARES on October 26th at 9:30 am at the 69th Street Pier in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn!    https://www.facebook.com/events/524014554353152/ 10/17/2013

Inspecting the plumbing system is one of the most important part of a home inspection. Incorrect plumbing can not only result in leaks and mold growth behind walls and floors, it can also result in harmful gases entering into the living space. Except for a toilet, every fixture should be provided with a trap. There are several different types of traps, but the correct type in residential dwellings is key in keeping out harmful sewer gases.                                                                        Types of Traps & Uses In order to prevent sewer gases from entering the house, drains are protected by traps. A trap is a curved section of a drain pipe that fills with water, the water in the trap is the seal that keeps out sewer gases. Sufficient trap depth of, 2 inch min, but no... 10/04/2013

    East Flatbush and Flatbush Brooklyn New York homes Sold September 2013     For the month of September 2013 the Brooklyn mls posted the following residential East Flatlbush and Flatbush Brooklyn residential 1-3 family homes sold   Linden Blvd asking $ 599,000 sold $575,000 9/13/2013 Tilden Ave asking $ 369,000 sold $505,000 9/27/2013 East 45th asking $489,000 sold $465,000 9/26/2013 Albany Ave asking $409,000 sold $409,000 9/27/2013 East 43rd st asking $384,000 sold $360,000 9/12/2013 East 35th st asking $370,000 sold $350,000 9/24/2013 Kings Hwy asking $375,000 sold $353,000 9/24/2013 East 28th st asking $ 339,000 sold $325,000 9/11/2013 Clarendon Rd asking $399,000 sold $395,000 9/4/2013 East 39th st asking $399,000 sold $399,000 9/17/2013 East 40th st asking $479,000 sold $474,500... 10/01/2013

  Last Weeks Brooklyn New York Real Estate Market Report Week Ending Sept 27th, 2013   For the week ending September 27th, 2013 the Brooklyn mls posted the following real estate activity:   Residential 1-3 family homes in Brooklyn New York New Listings 49 Sold Listings 26 Pending        43   Avg Sell Price $636,153 Median List Price $594,000   Vacant land in Brooklyn New York for Sale New Listings 3   Commercial Properties in Brooklyn New York For sale New Listings 5 Sold Listings 2   Avg Sell Price $650,000 Median List Price $699,000   Multi family homes in Brooklyn New York for Sale New Listings 14 Sold  Listings 1 Pending         2   Avg Sell Price $1,450,000 Median List Price $1,499,000   Co-op and Condo Real Estate Homes for sale in Brooklyn New York New Listings 34 Sold Listings  ... 09/29/2013

  Flatbush Brooklyn residents and Store owners  NYC DOT Wants your input Re: Street Improvements For Flatbush Ave bet Empire and Nostrand- Monday Sept 30th, 2013   In an effort to reduce congestion along the Flatbush Ave corridor in Flatbush Brooklyn,  New York City DOT (Department Of Transportation) will be seeking community input regarding implementing street  improvement methods that will benefit  both padestrians and motorist.   Public meeting schedule  Monday, September 30th, 2013 Time: 7:30 p.m. Location:  Erasmus Hall Auditorium, 911 Flatbush Avenue   For more  information call  (212) 839-7744 or visit the NYCDOT    Flatbush Brooklyn New York     09/28/2013

How Feng Shui Changed My Life: How 3 hours with an Expert gave me everything I wanted "Nothing was really wrong in my life, yet nothing was quite right. All kinds of exciting professional opportunities kept knocking on my door but then would fall apart for various reasons out of my control. Money was getting tight, but I was getting by. I kept going out with really great guys, but not one of them was quite right for the long term. My kids were thriving, but it seemed as if we were disconnected in ways I couldn’t identify." Read the ful Feng Shui article at "How Feng Shui Changed My Life: How 3 hours with an Expert gave me everything I wanted" by Emma Johnson of the Real Deal by RetailmeNot. 09/23/2013

Midwood Park Brooklyn Feng Shui Consultations hotpads.com New York and Long Island Feng Shui Expert Laura Cerrano has been helping numerous clients world wide transform their lives for over 13 years. No matter the scale of your project, Ms. Cerrano will gladly assist your team in guiding them through the Feng Shui developmental stages until completion. She will remain connected to your team of developers for future guidance if requested. Through your process of development you will gain greater understandings along with deeper insights on how to incorporate the principles of Feng Shui into your architectural plans for a new construction, corporation, small business or home redesign and renovation project. Full Description and Breakdown of Fees   09/23/2013

Feng Shui Assessment for your Brooklyn New York Apartment Buying a home, selling one or moving into an apartment?  Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island can make your home feel warm and inviting while incorporating simple Feng Shui remedies to attract that perfect buyer, great help and get your home sold…Quickly.  I work with Real Estate Agents to give them the “edge” they need with the constant evolving market. In today’s Real Estate market, including a on-site home Feng Shui assessment along with the other required services is extremely common and is requested by clients and Real Estate agents across the Nation., If you are unaware of this lifestyle in home buying and selling, I invite you contact me so you can enhance your knowledge and understanding, for this service is becoming a necessi... 09/02/2013

Cracks in exterior and foundation walls can be a huge and costly problem. They can be a result of any number of conditions, such as on going settlement, soil conditions, undersized footings, added weight and the list goes on and on. Whatever the reason, foundation cracks can be a fortune to repair. At a home inspection done not too long ago, several serious cracks were found in the foundation walls as well as the interior walls, and the basement showed more problems. The picture above shows a clean crack, indicating that it recently occurred. At times cracks like this gets wider towards the bottom of the wall. It's important when foundation cracks are found on the exterior, that the opposite side is inspected to determine how serious it is. If you notice the picture below it's serious. ... 08/19/2013

Feng Shui Brooklyn Customized Apartment Consultations Times for home and business consultations are typically 2-3 hours please keep in mind fees are all the same no matter the size of your home, business or apartment.  Fees are based the amount of time we work together on-site.  First: An on site interview is provided to help you understand the specific areas of your life you are certain to enhance with Feng Shui. This requires sharing information about key events of your past, which paved the way to your current life situations and understanding your future plans.  This allows insight into your main intentions for why you are having a Feng Shui consultation. Usually clients have 2-3 key areas in their life they wish to focus on during the consultation. Please keep in mind, what tends t... 07/21/2013

DownTown Brooklyn New York Feng Shui Assessment Description and Fees Times for home or business assessments are typically 1 hour Buying a home or selling one?  Feng Shui Manhattan and Long Island can make your home feel warm and inviting while incorporating simple Feng Shui remedies to attract that perfect buyer or get your home sold…Quickly.  We also work with Real Estate Agents to give them the “edge” they need with their clients. In today’s Real Estate market, including a home Feng Shui assessment along with the other required services is becoming more common and requested by clients and Real Estate agents across the Nation. For those who are seeking a New York City apartment or Long Island home, Ms. Cerrano can also attend open houses with you to perform a Feng Shui assessment on th... 07/08/2013

One of the Secrets behind the Science to Feng Shui Manifestation It's important to remember Feng Shui starts with the thoughts you send out to the universe followed by the actions you take to nurture those thoughts.  The placing of objects, artwork, and arrangement of furniture at home is to help remind you of those thoughts and new found goals. They also help to keep you connected with your newly enhanced personal energy.  Those items are mirroring your goals and self.   Placing those objects in specific areas of your home can help maintain the energy in a positive direction because your mind has already agreed to shift the energy thus creating a physical agreement with self to change and open up to new ideas in various areas of your life. It's important to really take your time when m... 07/01/2013

Dumbo Brooklyn New York Feng Shui Assessment Description and Fees Times for home or business assessments are typically 1 hour Buying a home or selling one?  Feng Shui Manhattan and Long Island can make your home feel warm and inviting while incorporating simple Feng Shui remedies to attract that perfect buyer or get your home sold…Quickly.  We also work with Real Estate Agents to give them the “edge” they need with their clients. In today’s Real Estate market, including a home Feng Shui assessment along with the other required services is becoming more common and requested by clients and Real Estate agents across the Nation. For those who are seeking a New York City apartment or Long Island home, Ms. Cerrano can also attend open houses with you to perform a Feng Shui assessment on the s... 07/01/2013

$185,000 , 1 bedrooms, 1 full baths, 0 half baths, 750 square feet     Luke Constantino | Keller Williams Empire | (212) 300-3919 9524 Fort Hamilton Pkwy Apt 503, Brooklyn, NY Beautiful coop in a beautiful location! 1BR/1BA Co-Op   offered at $185,000 Year Built 1959 Sq Footage 750 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $458 per month DESCRIPTION Bay Ridge: Peaceful, quiet upper Bay Ridge area. 750 sq/ft -1 bedroom with living room coop. Elevator building, Parquet floors throughout, new laundry room in basement. Across the street from a beautiful, family friendly park, very close to Shore Promenade, Belt Parkway, Verrazano Bridge, excellent shopping, restaurants, bars, nightlife, etc. Check "Walkscore" site for all g... 06/30/2013