Author Archives: Doug Heddings

Economic Stimulus Package: Part II

Posted on February 14, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Yesterday, in part I of this Article, I discussed the main components of the Economic Stimulus Package. Today, in Part II, I will address (i) who will benefit from these higher limits; and (ii) what the effect this law will … Continue reading →

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Economic Stimulus Package and Loan Limits-What Effect Will it Have? PART I of II

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Doug Heddings

It has been reported in the news that the House and Senate recently passed the Economic Stimulus Package. The Package will become law once it is signed by the President which should happen some time this week, possibly as early … Continue reading →

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Is Being the First to View a Property An Advantage?

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Doug Heddings

With inventory still incredibly low in most parts of the Manhattan residential real estate market, eager buyers are hopeful that they and/or their agents will be the first to spot and view properties as they come on the market.  Being … Continue reading →

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Inventory is Low…This is What I Need…Are You Listening Sellers?

Posted on February 11, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Instead of the loosening of inventory that I had so hoped for this busy winter season, a further contraction seems to be a harsh reality.  So in the sincere hope of procuring some very special properties to bring to market, … Continue reading →

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Videoblogging and Podcasting Gaining Steam

Posted on February 8, 2008 by Doug Heddings

All of my readers know that I’m a huge fan of videoblogging and hope to have some new and interesting episodes of TGTV coming really soon.  I recently participated in a panel discussion and Q & A at Inman’s Real … Continue reading →

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Manhattan’s Parking Nightmare from IntoTheBox.TV

Posted on February 7, 2008 by Doug Heddings

From IntoTheBox.TV comes this great piece on the emotional and financial pain that is parking in NYC.  Check out Wait For Parking: Prior to taking the plunge and paying an exorbitant amount of money for a parking space in our … Continue reading →

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Some Real Estate Agents Are Just Stupid

Posted on February 6, 2008 by Doug Heddings

Transcript of a phone call that just took place in my office with a seller’s agent representing a new exclusive property: Jennifer (from my team): Hi, this is Jennifer Breu from Doug Heddings office at Prudential Douglas Elliman.  We noticed … Continue reading →

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Easy Come…Easy Go…More Gazumping Evidence of Active Manhattan Real Estate Market

Posted on February 6, 2008 by Doug Heddings

For those wondering if there is still an inventory shortage in the Manhattan real estate market, I’m here to tell you…ABSOLUTELY!  Gazumping just doesn’t happen all too often in falling real estate markets and I and many of my colleagues … Continue reading →

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Getting The Most From Your Real Estate Agent

Posted on February 4, 2008 by Doug Heddings

I actually have a moment to breathe…and blog today and I’m inspired by an email that I received from one of my buyers this morning regarding our property tour on Friday and 4 open houses on Sunday (I have removed … Continue reading →

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Friday Link-O-Rama

Posted on February 1, 2008 by Doug Heddings

I continue to be incredibly busy and apologize for the weak number of posts this week.  It has been unavoidable as ech day has been busier than the previous.  So as many of my readers know, when I’m swamped, I … Continue reading →

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