A TEAM Movie

Fox Movies announced that there will be an A Team movie. However, very little is being said or promoted about it. I happen to catch it on a Google Alert. I even found the trailer for it, and it is listed on the Fox Movies website, but the website isn’t active.

Wikipedia has an article about it. At first I thought it was a fluke, but Fox Movies has it on its website with a release date of June 11, 2010

When I was little, I grew up watching the A TEAM television show. It was one of my favorite shows growing up. Thanks to technology, I now have the show on DVD and can watch it whenever I choose to.

The show featured Mr. T as Sgt. B.A. Baracus, George Peppard as Col. John “Hannibal” Smith, Dirk Benedict as Lt. Templeton “Faceman” Peck, and Dwight Schultz as Capt. H.M. Murdock.

As the shows opening credits says they escaped from a military prison and escaped to the Los Angles underground. If people were able to locate them, they were able to hire them take care of their problems. The show was very entertaining, especially being little.

So now they are taking it to the bring screen. They had always talked of a reunion and it never happened. The movie was suppose to happen a long time ago. So to finally see a trailer for the movie, is one step closer.

The new movie has some big stars so play the roles, Liam Neeson is to play Hannibal, Bradley Cooper is to place Face, Quinton Jackson is to play BA, Sharto Copley is to play Murdock, Jessica Biel is to play a love interest of Faceman, Patrick Wilson is to play Col. Lynch.

Finally Dirt Benedict (original Face) and Dwight Shultz (original Murdock) is to make cameo appearances in the movie.

Stephen J. Cannell the orignal writer of the A TEAM also has a part in writing the movie. The movie trailer looks awesome, I am just now hoping that the trailer matches the movie, and actually comes out with a great product.

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Licensed Associate Broker
Clove Lake Realty, Inc.
1267 Clove Road
Staten Island, New York 10301
Office: 718-556-7797

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This Old House – 30th Anniversary

This Old House is celebrating it’s 30th anniversary. It’s so hard to believe that it’s been on that long. I’ve been watching that show most of it’s time span.

This Old House is featuring a project in Roxbury, Massachusetts, in which they will be rehabbing a foreclosed property, and turn it over to two new families.

This Old House features Master Carpenter, Norm Abram, General Contractor, Tom Silva, Heating Expert Richard Trethewey, and Roger Cook does the landscaping. Kevin O’Connor is the current show host, while Bob Vila was the original host, and then Steve Thomas. The show is aired on PBS, which is channel 13 here in New York.

Every year they do about two projects. They chose a project mostly in Massachusetts, in which where they are live and work, and generally for the summer months move out into the US and abroad to a warmer place, and work on a project there. The show is only a half house, and I am dedicated in watching it weekly.

I’ve always been fascinated with home improvement work, and always learn a thing or two from the show. I apply that knowledge to what I do in my own home, as well as use that for my future home.

The This Old House website also provides valuable research information you can use for research. They also added videos to the website as well. They also have a magazine as well. All provide valuable information in owning and maintaing a home. Some renters even take advantage of the information to maintain a property they are renting.

I’ve had the opportunity and privilege of meeting all of the cast members of This Old House and have either autographs or pictures. The stories will be pages, so I’ll leave it at that. If you ever want to hear the stories, I love telling them. They are so down to earth.

You might ask how i got so interested in watching This Old House. My dad was a stockbroker growing up, and my mom was a homemaker. None of them had knowledge of home improvement, until they started watching the show. My parents said I was three when I first started watching it, and having stopped since.

My parents said I took an interest in the show, and therefore decided to let me watch the show since it wasn’t violent and was a simple how to show.

Since being so little I wasn’t allowed to use power tools. They were very strict about it, and i respected them. They told me that i could cut a finger off, and I decided not to go for it. Eventually when I was ten they allowed me to use power tools, and I started with a sabre saw. One of my parents would watch, and I would have to tell them about what I read about safety.

Norm has that infamous line…Before we do anything, lets talk about shop safety. Be sure to read, understand, and follow all safety rules that come with your power tools and ends with there is no important rule than to wear safety glasses.

Thankfully, I never seriously injured myself, and was successful in the projects I have completed.

A few times I have research the idea of getting a job with the crew, even if it meant doing the grudge work. My dream would be to hose the show. I would leave everything, and move to Massachusetts for it.

Congratulations to This Old House for making it this far. There are many more years to come.

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Andrew McDermott
Licensed Associate Broker
Clove Lake Realty, Inc.
1267 Clove Road
Staten Island, New York 10301
Office: 718-556-7797

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“Amanda’s Law”

New carbon monoxide detector law to take effect February 22
Last year, Gov. David Paterson signed a bill amending the Executive Law requiring carbon monoxide detectors in every one-to-two family property, apartments in a multiple dwelling, as well as all condominium and cooperative apartments only where the dwelling unit has appliances, devices or systems that may emit carbon monoxide or has an attached garage.

The new law is known as “Amanda’s Law.”

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Licensed Associate Broker
Clove Lake Realty, Inc.
1267 Clove Road
Staten Island, New York 10301
Office: 718-556-7797

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How’s the market?

I was in a conversation the other day with a good friend who knows I am in the real estate business. They asked me this question:

My friend: How’s the market?

Andrew McDermott: Overall the market is doing well.

Andrew McDermott: I’m curious when you ask how’s the market, would you be interested in specifically how much homes are selling for in your neighborhood and how long they are taking to sell?

My friend: Yes.

Andrew McDermott: What I do for my friends, family and other people in the neighborhood is send a quick email that gives you an up to the moment analysis of how well the market is doing in your neighborhood.  Would you like me to send that to you?

My friend: Yes

Andrew McDermott: Cool, what’s your email address.

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Have you checked?…

When was the last time you checked your credit report? If you have not done so, you should, especially if you are looking to purchase a new home for the first time or upgrade or downgrade your current living standards.

Every year, you are entitled to a Free credit Report from each of the credit bureaus. Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. It allows you to see all of your accounts, and allows you to address any discrepancies.

You need to pay extra to see your credit score. The report is free on your anniversary date. You want to make sure that you have a credit score of 700 or higher. Any lower, don’t worry, there is always a way to fix it or improve it.

While I am only a Real Estate Agent in Staten Island, New York, experience shows by having a higher credit score means a better interest rate, and less headaches. Especially since the banks are being strict on who they lend their money to.

My only brief suggestion is that you want to stay on top of any credit card, car loan, or mortgage payment. The day that you are late, is when trouble usually happens, and it will take a while to clear up on your credit report.

If you know you are going to be late with a payment, call the company. Let them know you are going to be late. Let them know the date and the amount. They can note it in the system, and may possibly help you avoid late fees. Don’t keep it a consistent pattern or you will be on that company’s watch list.

Budgeting, and knowing what you spend can be an extremely valuable resource as well. You can see where your money is going, and you can sometimes find unnecessary spending. My website has a mortgage calculator, in which you can estimate payments, so that you can set a budget for yourself.

Also, don’t forget the utility bills, as well as an emergency fund in case something haywire goes on in your house.

Raising your credit score doesn’t happen overnight, and you can’t pay the credit bureau’s to raise it for you. You need to be smart in what you do, and communication and doing your homework is the key.

As of right now, people don’t get credit for paying their rent on time. Credit cards, personal loans, car loans, are the big ticket items. Make sure that you pay them, and possibly a little over the minimum payment.

Andrew McDermott is an Associate Broker with Clove Lake Realty in Staten Island, New York. Clove Lake Realty is located at 1267 Clove Road, Staten Island, New York. Around the corner from us is the Clove Lake Book Store, and we are across from Clove Lakes Park.

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Energy Saver Guide for Homeowners

Click here for an Energy Saver guide for homeowners

Andrew McDermott, GRI, Your Personal Real Estate Consultant for Life at Clove Lake Realty. Clove Lake Realty is located at 1267 Clove Road, Staten Island, New York, and is around the corner from the Clove Lake Bookstore.

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SAVE NOW with the Homebuyer Tax Credit

Here is a brochure on the Tax credit that was extended by Congress. This will provide you with the answers about the tax credit and who qualifies.

Extend Tax Credit

Andrew McDermott, GRI, Your Personal Real Estate Consultant for Life at Clove Lake Realty. Clove Lake Realty is located at 1267 Clove Road, Staten Island, New York, and is around the corner from the Clove Lake Bookstore.

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U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy out out an energy savers booklet. These are tips for saving energy and money at home.

Click on the link below to read the information.

U.S. Department of Energy

Andrew McDermott, GRI, Your Personal Real Estate Consultant for Life at Clove Lake Realty. Clove Lake Realty is located at 1267 Clove Road, Staten Island, New York, and is around the corner from the Clove Lake Bookstore.

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Tax Exemptions for Property Owners

For people who reside in the New York City area, the New York City Department of Finance came up with a website that shows you which tax deductions you are eligeable for.

http://nyc.gov/html/dof/html/property/property_tax_reduc_taxreductions.shtml

If you are a little confused by it, show it to your accountant or tax professional. Since I am in the business of helping people buy and sell homes, I figured I will pass this information along to my readers.

The article appeared in the Saturday, January 9, 2010 Staten Island Advance. State Senator Andrew Lanza was the person who initiated this effort.

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