About the Port Jefferson, New York Area  Long Island's Historic Seaport , Port Jefferson , is a historic ship-building village nestled at the far end of the harbor, past the big homes that dot the high-banked eastern bluff looking down over an orderly yet varied fleet lying at their moorings. Port Jefferson is a visitor's dream, and one of the most picturesque of waterside villages to be found on Long Island . The Port Jefferson real estate market reflects the areas historic, colonial roots. Few villages can claim such a broad array of assets as Port Jefferson, from its waterside location at the head of a beautiful deep water harbor to its enviable position as a busy downtown area in the heart of Long Island 's prestigious north shore. These natural resources, combined with the friendly people who live and work there, make Port Jefferson a truly unique location. Be sure to check this Website's Online Home Search for an up-to-date overview of the Port Jefferson real estate market. Port Jefferson is located approximately 56 miles east of New York City , in the northern part of central Suffolk County . A stroll down tree-lined streets, where many shops and restaurants occupy historic buildings, clearly affirms the village's commitment to maintaining its "small town" appeal. From its beginnings as a waterside home for the Setauket Indians, to its present-day position as a popular day-trip destination, Port Jefferson has grown and prospered. Throughout this 300-year evolution, the strength of the village has been, and continues to be, the sociable people who live in its beautiful homes and who work in its shops, restaurants, and offices. This "human asset" combined with the village's unique location, has inspired much of its industry, from shipbuilding to tourism. Surrounded by some of the most beautiful and prestigious homes on Long Island, and serviced by three major hospitals and a state university, Port Jefferson is a wonderful place to live, work and play. Residents treasure its past and plan carefully for its future. Port Jefferson is recognized for having a top rated school district.  Request my Free Port Jefferson, Stony Brook, Setauket and Old Field Relocation Package. It's packed full of useful and important information about the Port Jefferson, Stony Brook, Setauket and Old Field, New York area. Don't move here without it! Remember: I'll send it to you for free and without obligation. Just fill out the form and I will send it right out... It's my job to know EVERYTHING about Port Jefferson, Stony Brook, Setauket and Old Field! Ask me any question. Or request a FREE information package. There's no obligation, and I promise to get back to you quickly... 
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Titles >Holding Title to A Condo
With condominiums becoming increasingly popular among today's homebuyers, it is a good time to clarify the terms of ownership that seem to confuse many people. Condo-type residences most commonly fall into two categories - condominiums and townhouses.
A condominium is usually a multi-story structure. Each owner-resident has a deed of ownership for his own unit and owns the space within the unit, but not the land under the structure. Therefore, condo units can be stacked vertically. Condo owners share title to the common areas of the development, including land, exterior of buildings, hallways, roofs and swimming pools -- all areas used by all occupants. Each owner pays property taxes on their unit. Also, a monthly fee is paid to the homeowners' association that is used for managing and maintaining all common areas.
A townhouse, or town home community is usually a series of single- or two-story housing units, each linked to each other horizontally by common walls. Each owner hold title to their unit and the land beneath it, thus these units cannot be stacked vertically. Typically, a townhouse unit will be a two-story residence, with the living area downstairs and bedrooms upstairs. Common areas belonging to the townhouse development are owned jointly. Each townhouse owner pays property taxes and association fees.
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Who is "Fannie Mae" and why is she a big name in real estate?
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"Fannie Mae" is the real estate industry nickname for FNMA, or Federal National Mortgage Association, the stockholder-owned corporation that purchases mortgages from mortgage lenders. |
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