Nothnagle Listings Now on YouTube

Nothnagle Realtors announced videos of their listings are now available on YouTube™, offering a new and innovative way for consumers to search for homes.

Properties listed with a Nothnagle agent will have a guided, narrated video tour automatically posted to YouTube™. Viewers can watch professional, quality videos in widescreen format while listening to a detailed description of the property. The videos also feature a closed-captioned narration.

Nothnagle listing videos on YouTube™ are easy to use, providing substantial property details along with video. All property details are fully searchable, allowing potential buyers to search by price, listing agent’s name, street name, town, zip code, school district and more. It is easier than ever to contact the listing agent to schedule showings or to get more information. Consumers are provided with a variety of options to contact the listing agent, including email, phone and text messaging.

Viewers can link to the property detail page on Nothnagle’s award-winning website, www.Nothnagle.com. From the website, consumers can schedule an appointment, view a property flyer, map the property, calculate mortgage payments, save the property search and contact a customer service specialist using the “Live Chat” feature.

“With millions of consumers searching YouTube™ every month for real estate, Nothnagle Realtors is seizing the opportunity to maximize the power of video,” stated John DeCarolis, Chief Information Officer. “While our competitors may be cutting back in today’s market, Nothnagle is committed to making significant investments in emerging technologies. Buyers, sellers and agents continue to Get More with Nothnagle Realtors.”

Nothnagle Realtors has a long history of innovation, particularly with video technology. Nothnagle’s “Sunday Showcase of Homes” television show was the first of its kind when launched in 1985. In 2003, guided tours were added to the website and later followed by Nothnagle.TV, allowing consumers to create their own custom video tour on-line.

It's a Great Time to Buy in Rochester

If you're on the fence or waiting for the "right" time to buy....this is it! First-time buyers have an unprecedented opportunity to maximize the $8,000 tax credit. But even repeat buyers have plenty of opportunity in this market. Interest rates remain at historic lows, there is a healthy supply of inventory out there and Rochester area homes are maintaining their value. Call a Nothnagle agent direct or 899-MOVE to find out how Nothnagle Realtors can help you find your dream home!

Join us for Buyer Seminar - May 19

Join us for a free first time home buyers seminar on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. The seminar will be held at the Ontario branch located at 1450 Route 104 Ontario, NY. The seminar will cover the home buying process; a mortgage broker will be available to review various mortgage products; and, there will be an explanation of the 2009 tax credit (up to $8000) for first time home buyers. Free credit reports and pre qualifications! Attorney tax advice! Free gifts and refreshments served. Please call (315-524-2331 x166) or e-mail (lfisher@nothnagle.com) to register. Presented by Larry Fisher and Jennifer Ryan.

Assessment Grievance Deadline Approaching

In many towns in New York State, Grievance Day is scheduled for the fourth Tuesday in May. This year, Grievance Day is May 26th. If you feel that your assessment is incorrect, you can contest it. The first step is to file a complaint. The NYS Office of Real Property Services has published detailed procedures on What to Do if You Disagree With Your Assessment. Call your local assessor to confirm dates, times and locations or to receive assistance in filing your complaint.