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New York is one of the most highly regarded cities in the world. The state is known for its big history as a financial, cultural, entertainment and manufacturing center. Attracting millions of tourists every year, New York is also the third most populated state in the country. Renting a home or apartment in Queens, Long Island and various boroughs in the city is a wonderful experience. Finding that special place to call home is a rewarding feeling for you and your family. In many instances, renters do not have to deal with the stress of home remodeling, repairs and inspections. Gaining assistance from real estate agents can help in dealing with making that all important decision. Asbestos is a natural fibrous mineral used in millions of homes throughout the twentieth century as a form of insulation, piping, roofing and flooring. However, there is no concern unless there are plans for remodeling or disturbing asbestos. As one of the greener cities in the country, New York is adapting new methods of Eco-friendly insulation that not only provide a healthy alternative to asbestos, but can save on annual energy costs. At the present time, there is a growing list of green insulation alternatives which replace the need for asbestos. Many cities in the United States are adopting a new green paradigm. New York has focused on reducing its environmental impact and lowering its carbon footprint by installing construction practices that better suit lighting, heating and Eco-friendly habitable insulation. Asbestos that is well maintained causes no risk. Most experts suggest leaving it un-disturbed, as this can allow its fibers to become airborne. Sometimes the best action is no action at all in regards to asbestos. Long term exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can potentially lead to the development of mesothelioma, a lung ailment caused only through asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma treatment has varied effects on victims. The age of diagnosis and latency period typically have a direct impact on patients. The risks involved with asbestos were hidden from public or worker knowledge for financial gains by manufacturers. The negligence involved with most asbestos-related incidents has lead to mesothelioma attorney firms providing assistance in advocating and protecting victims’ rights for their wrongful illness. Recently, congress passed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act into law. Included in this act were extensions to the tax incentives placed for energy efficiency in 2005, as well as new credits for homeowners who remodel or build using Eco-sustainable methods. Some of the measures that are eligible for tax credits include added insulation to walls, ceilings, or other part of the building envelope that meets the 2009 IECC specifications, sealing cracks in the building shell and ducts to reduce heat loss. Storm doors paired with U-factored rated wood doors are also eligible. Recycled building materials that are healthy alternatives to asbestos include the use of cotton fiber, lcynene foam and cellulose. With an increase in technology and public awareness, the United Nations Environmental Program states that the use of recycled building materials such as cotton fiber insulation can reduce energy use by 25 percent. The numbers continue to improve as more Eco-friendly options become available. These kinds of figures have attracted those who were unaware of Eco-friendly construction.

For Rent: Gorgeous Whitestone Garden Apartment

MLS#: 1021882

Gorgeous Whitestone Garden Apartment On Second Floor Features 2 Br, 1 Bath, Lr, Eik, Heat & Hot Water Included, Absentee L/L, Excellent Conditon, Gazebo On Complex & Avaliable 8/15/08!

Call Carollo Rentals 718-224-3083 or Visit CarolloRentals.com

$1537.80/month

For Rent: Detached Cape in Freeport

MLS#: 1021975

This Detached Cape In Freeport Features 4 Br 2 Full Bath, Lr, Fdr, Eik, An Unfinished Basement, Oak Floors Throughout, New Electric, Attached 1 Car Garage And Private Driveway All On A 79X146 Lot!

Call Carollo Real Estate of Nassau 516-741-3333 or Vist CarolloRentals.com

$2600/month

For Rent: Luxury Brick Renovated College Point Townhouse

MLS#: 1019807

Luxury Brick Renovated Townhouse In College Point Features Second Floor Spacious 3 Br (3rd Br May Be Used As Wired Home Office/Den), Classic 1 Full Bath, Eik W/Marble, Large, Elegant L/R, Classic Hardwood Floors Throughout, Includes 2 Parking Spaces, Ground Fault A/C Outlets, Enclosed Yard, D/W Hook-Up, Absentee L/L, High Cathedral Ceilings, Great Custom Closets, Luminous Skylight, Near Shopping & Transportation - Q65/76/20 & QM2/2A, #7 Train & Lirr.  Visit CarolloRentals.com $2000/month

For Rent: Gorgeous Whitestone 3 BR Apartment

MLS#: 1019798

Gorgeous Whitestone First Floor 3 Br, 1 Bath, Lr, Fdr, Eik Features Built In D/W & Microwave, Absentee L/L, 3 A/C, Hardwood Floors, Cermaic Tile, Driveway Parking, Freshly Painted, Professionally Cleaned, Near Shopping, Transportation & In S/D #25.  Visit CarolloRentals.com

$2300/month

For Rent: Absolutely Gorgeous Brick Bayside Hills Townhouse

MLS#: 1020860

Absolutely Gorgeous Brick Attached Bayside Hills Townhouse Features 3 Br, 2 Baths, Lr, Dr, Eik On Three Floors With Studio Apartment That Features Full Bath & Kit, Mahogany Hardwood Floors Throughout, All New Modern Appliances Including Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, Central Heat, 2 Car Garage In School District #26.  Visit CarolloRentals.com $2600/month

For Rent: Commercial Office Space

MLS#: 1020880

Whitestone Office Space Avaliable: Units Are Side By Side & Boast 1000 Square Foot Each, Brand New Tiles, A/C, Freshly Painted, Ideal For Medical Office Or Day Care Center, Includes One Parking Space For Each Unit & Tenant Pays Own Utilities.  Visit CarolloRentals.com $1700/month

For Rent: Commercial Office Space

Newly Renovated Office Space On Prime Northern Boulevard Includes Heat & Cac, Initially Set Up For Medical Office With Ramp, Drop Ceiling, Hvav Seperate Meter, Carpet Throughout & New Batheroom With Granite.

$3,200/month

Newly Renovated Office Space Features 850 Square Feet On Prime Northern Boulevard Includes Heat & Cac & 1 Bathroom.

$1,995/month

Even Renters Aren’t Safe

According to an interesting article Even Renters Aren't Safe featured on the NYTimes.com, though renters believed they were safe and had avoided the subprime mortgage crisis by opting to rent rather than buy it turns out they weren't as unaffected as they thought.  Many renters are finding themselves in situations where the building or home they are renting is going into foreclosure.  Though it seems unlikely that a rental property producing income would go into foreclosure, many rental properties throughout the United States are.  Though analysts predict this problem to be predominately of lower to middle income markets, this problem is rapidly expanding nationwide.  Furthermore, the article goes on to iterate the point that the housing crisis has effected New York City quite differently than throughout the country. 

Read the entire article Even Renters Aren't Safe on NYTimes.com to find out how the New York City rental market compares to rental markets elsewhere throughout the country

Image Courtesy of NYTimes.com

For Rent: Lovely Hempstead 2 BR Apartment

MLS#: *1007178

Lovely 2 Bedroom apt in Hempstead, 1 Full Bath, LR, Kitchen, New Appliances & Carpet, Absentee LL, Street Parking , Available April 1st. Tenant responsible for Utilities.  Visit CarolloRentals.com or Call 516-741-3333 $1450/month