Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Buying a Distressed Property
Buying a home is a big step, and you want to make sure the get the absolute most for your money. At the same time, savvy home buyers are always looking for ways to cut costs, and one way to accomplish that goal may be through buying a distressed home. For those who aren’t… Read More »
Establishing a Guardianship
There’s a tremendous value placed in our country on personal freedom and independence. As adults, each one of us has the right to decide for ourselves where and how we live, as well as how we choose to conduct our affairs. While others may not agree with our choices, there is often very little… Read More »
Construction and Zoning Disputes
The desire to build your own home or business is part of the American dream. The idea of building something that is custom to your needs and being able to oversee the whole process is something people often dream about for years before finally being able to make their dream a reality. Financing the… Read More »
Personal Injury Claims Involving Car Accidents
Car accidents leading to serious personal injuries can be terrifying, and victims are often immediately pressured by their insurance provider to accept a settlement for their claim. And here, many victims often unknowingly settle a claim for much less than it is worth, not understanding the pressure applied by the insurance company is a… Read More »
South Bronx a Hot Market for Investors
Our neighborhood has come a long way over the last 40 years. The Bronx is no longer burning, and it is no longer making headlines over its high crime rate. To the contrary, a recent flurry of headlines have reported on how new development has made the South Bronx an up-and-coming place for investors… Read More »
Energy Improvements to Increase Your Home’s Value
Everyone wants to save money. For homeowners or buyers, having a home that is energy efficient makes sense. Why waste money in heating, cooling, and running excess electricity through your home when there is an easier, more environmentally and budget friendly way? Whether you’re looking to sell or buy a home, knowing what types… Read More »
Flipping Houses Continues to Net Profits
Several years ago, a new word came into our vernacular: house flipping. A host of television shows, news articles, and infomercials sang the praises of buying old or run down houses at below market value, making renovations and improvements, then ‘flipping’ it and selling the house within the year, pocketing a tidy profit in… Read More »
Making the Decision to Buy a Vacation Home
After a long, cold winter, summer is finally here, which means one thing: vacation. Most of us look forward to our summer vacation all year long, and many people have family traditions that dictate going to the same spot each year. Maybe your family enjoys spending a week or two at the beach, or… Read More »
Investing in Rental Properties
Investing in real estate can be a good move now, with housing values slowly increasing as interest rates remain low. Many people dream of having a rental property to offset the rest of their expenses; a property that not only pays for itself, but that pays for a number of other things too. While… Read More »
Options in Nursing Home Care
Planning for long-term care, for yourself or for a loved one, is something that most of all will be called to do at some point. Over the last five years, over 10 million people have needed some form of long term care, and 70% of people age 65 and over will require this type… Read More »