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Bankruptcy Solutions
The purpose of federal bankruptcy legislation, sometimes known as Title 11 of the United States Code or the “Bankruptcy Code,” is to provide an opportunity for financial reorganization or a fresh start for legitimate debtors who are unable to fulfill their obligations.
Foreclosure Solutions
As you are undoubtedly aware, many homeowners are in arrears on their mortgages as a result of the 2020 recession brought on by the coronavirus. At first, most lenders had been understanding and would have granted a brief suspension of the late payments.
Debt Negotiations & Settlements
Clients regularly hire the Law Office of Ronald D. Weiss, P.C. to represent them in negotiations with banks, mortgage holders, credit card issuers, auto financing providers, landlords, tax authorities, and other creditors.
Mortgage Loan Modifications
The most common strategy used by our firm to prevent a house in severe mortgage arrears from going into foreclosure is a mortgage modification. Mortgage modification and other potential Retention Options are the potential goals of most homeowners in foreclosure because most people experiencing serious hardships with their mortgages are looking for “Retention Options
Credit Card Solutions
For consumers, credit card debt and other unsecured personal loans are the most common types of debt. There are a few legal options for handling credit card debt, including the following: Litigation, bankruptcy, and/or negotiated settlements are the three options.
Debtor Litigation Defense
Many of The Law Office of Ronald D. Weiss, P.C.’s clients face the possibility of litigation or collection activities from their creditors because they are accused of having debt that they are unable to pay or because they contest the existence, amount, or obligation of the debt.
Landlord Tenant Solutions
Landlord-Tenant Law is one of our firm’s areas of expertise; we defend landlords and tenants in a variety of legal proceedings before the Landlord-Tenant Court and the New York Supreme Court. When it comes to eviction and/or collecting large amounts of past due rent.
Distressed Real Estate
A. Pre-Contract When a seller (the “Seller”) sells real estate to a buyer (the “Buyer”), there are usually a number of important steps involved. A seller will first list their property on the market for sale. A real estate broker is frequently hired by the seller to help locate possible buyers for their property.
Student Loan Solutions
In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes,” as Benjamin Franklin famously said. This phrase has recently been amended by popular opinion to include student loans. Since most jobs these days require a bachelor’s degree, the amount of debt that Americans owe on their student loans
Tax Debt Solutions
Many people have trouble keeping up with their tax payments to the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (“NYS”), which includes sales taxes, income taxes, payroll taxes, and other state taxes, as well as the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (the “IRS”), which includes individual income taxes.
Table of Contents
- WELCOME: Queens Village, Queens
Queens Village, situated in the eastern part of the New York City borough of Queens, is predominantly a residential middle-class neighborhood. It shares borders with Hollis to the west, Cambria Heights to the south, Bellerose and Elmont (in Nassau County) to the east, and Oakland Gardens to the north.
The community offers various shopping options along Braddock Avenue, Hillside Avenue, Hempstead Avenue, Jamaica Avenue (NY 25), Francis Lewis Boulevard, and Springfield Boulevard. Belmont Park race track, located just east of Queens Village in Elmont, Nassau County, adds to the area’s attractions.
Residents enjoy proximity to Cunningham Park and Alley Pond Park, as well as the historic Long Island Motor Parkway (LIMP), known for hosting the Vanderbilt Cup racing competition at the turn of the century. William Kissam Vanderbilt, a descendant of the family associated with the New York Central Railroad and Western Union, constructed the LIMP, which now forms part of the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway.
Queens Village falls within Queens Community District 13, encompassing ZIP Codes 11427, 11428, and 11429. It is served by the New York City Police Department’s 105th Precinct and is represented by the New York City Council’s 23rd District.
- History
Queens Village has a rich history dating back to the 1640s when it was founded as Little Plains. This historical legacy is honored by a sign above the Long Island Railroad Station in the area. In 1824, Thomas Brush established a blacksmith shop, which flourished and led to the development of several other shops and a factory. This burgeoning community came to be known as Brushville. The arrival of the railroad on March 1, 1837, marked a significant milestone, with the first station initially named Flushing Avenue, then Delancy Avenue, and finally Brushville by November 27, 1837.
In 1856, residents voted to rename the area from Brushville to Queens. However, the name “Inglewood” was also used for both the village and the train station in the 1860s and 1870s. Despite these various names, Queens Village persisted as a vibrant community. After the incorporation of the Borough of Queens into the City of Greater New York in 1898 and the creation of Nassau County in 1899, the border between Queens and Nassau County was established directly east of Queens Village.
By 1923, the Long Island Railroad added “Village” to its station’s name to avoid confusion with the county of the same name, officially cementing the neighborhood’s identity as Queens Village. The area experienced a housing boom during the 1920s and 1930s, attracting a diverse population seeking the serene and less-crowded atmosphere offered by its charming Dutch Colonial and Tudor homes. Today, Queens Village continues to thrive as a testament to its rich history and enduring appeal.
- Subsections
Bellaire
Bellaire, situated in western Queens Village adjacent to Hollis, encompasses the vicinity surrounding Jamaica Avenue and 211th Street. It holds the distinction of being the largest section within Queens Village. While Bellaire is recognized as a distinct area, it often falls under the broader designation of Queens Village. Historically, there existed a Long Island Rail Road station named Bellaire. Additionally, 211th Street, previously known as Belleaire Boulevard, features traffic medians that serve as reminders of its past significance as the primary route traversing this segment of Queens Village.
Hollis Hills
Hollis Hills constitutes an affluent subsection, generally delimited by Springfield Boulevard to the east, Grand Central Parkway to the south, Hollis Hills Terrace to the west, and Kingsbury Avenue and Richland Avenue to the north. Its slightly elevated position above sea level is attributed to the retreat of glaciers during the last Ice Age. Notably, a small pond known as Potamogeton Pond is situated at Bell Boulevard on the north side of Grand Central Parkway.
The architectural landscape of Hollis Hills predominantly features Colonial, Tudor, and Ranch-style homes. This neighborhood is particularly attractive to the upper-middle class, with some properties fetching prices exceeding $1,500,000. Resembling a quasi-suburb akin to Douglaston, Hollis Hills boasts detached residences set on spacious, tree-lined lots. Within Hollis Hills, Surrey Estates stands out as a smaller enclave characterized by architecturally notable homes surrounded by mature trees. Bounded by Union Turnpike, Springfield Boulevard, and Hartland Avenue, Surrey Estates exudes charm and character.
Among the notable institutions in Hollis Hills are The Chapel of the Redeemer Lutheran, Hollis Hills Jewish Center (established in 1948), American Martyrs Catholic Church, the Windsor Park Branch of the Queens Public Library, the John Hamburg Community Center, Kingsbury Elementary School (P.S. 188), Hollis Hills Civic Association, and Surrey Estates Homeowners Association.
- Demographics
Queens Village, like many areas of Queens, reflects a diverse demographic landscape. The neighborhood is predominantly Caribbean American, with significant populations of Guyanese, Hispanic, Indian, Filipino, and Jamaican individuals among the 48,670 residents. Historically, Queens Village had a sizable Jewish community, but many Jewish families have since relocated to other parts of Queens and Long Island. Nonetheless, a small Jewish presence remains, complemented by an increasing number of Middle Eastern Jews. Additionally, there has been a rise in the Asian American population.
According to the 2010 United States Census, Queens Village had a population of 52,504, marking a 9.0% decrease from 2000. With an area of 1,611.17 acres, the neighborhood boasted a population density of 32.6 inhabitants per acre. The racial composition was diverse, with 50.2% African American, 16.0% Asian, 6.3% White, and smaller percentages of Native American, Pacific Islander, and individuals from other racial backgrounds. Hispanic or Latino residents accounted for 18.4% of the population.
Community Board 13, encompassing Queens Village and other areas, had 193,787 inhabitants as of NYC Health’s 2018 Community Health Profile. The average life expectancy was 82.9 years, surpassing the citywide median. Most residents were youth and middle-aged adults, with a smaller proportion of college-aged and elderly individuals.
Regarding socio-economic indicators, the median household income in Community Board 13 was $85,857 as of 2017. Approximately 13% of Queens Village residents lived in poverty in 2018, lower than the rates for Queens and New York City overall. Unemployment stood at 8%, slightly below the borough and citywide averages. Rent burden was 50%, less than the rates for Queens and New York City. Consequently, Queens Village was categorized as high-income relative to the city and not undergoing gentrification.
- Police and crime
Queens Village falls under the jurisdiction of the 105th Precinct of the NYPD, situated at 92–08 222nd Street. In 2010, the 105th Precinct ranked 17th safest out of 69 patrol areas for per-capita crime. As of 2018, Queens Village’s rate of violent crimes per capita, with a non-fatal assault rate of 29 per 100,000 people, is lower than that of the city as a whole. Additionally, the precinct’s incarceration rate of 378 per 100,000 people is lower than the citywide average.
Over the years, the 105th Precinct has seen a decrease in crime rates across all categories. Between 1990 and 2018, crimes decreased by 79.4%. In 2018, the precinct reported 9 murders, 24 rapes, 197 robberies, 405 felony assaults, 266 burglaries, 589 grand larcenies, and 164 grand larcenies auto. These figures indicate ongoing efforts by law enforcement to maintain safety and security within the Queens Village community.
- Health
As of 2018, Queens Village experiences a higher rate of preterm births compared to other areas citywide, with 111 preterm births per 1,000 live births (compared to 87 per 1,000 citywide). However, births to teenage mothers are less common in Queens Village, with 8.8 births per 1,000 live births (compared to 19.3 per 1,000 citywide). The neighborhood has an about-average population of uninsured residents, estimated at 11% in 2018, similar to the citywide rate of 12%.
In terms of environmental factors, Queens Village has a lower concentration of fine particulate matter, a deadly air pollutant, compared to the city average. Twelve percent of residents are smokers, which is slightly lower than the city average of 14%. However, rates of obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure are slightly higher in Queens Village compared to citywide averages. Additionally, 20% of children in Queens Village are obese, compared to the citywide average of 20%.
Despite these health challenges, the majority of residents eat some fruits and vegetables daily. However, only 74% of residents describe their health as “good”, “very good”, or “excellent”, slightly lower than the city’s average of 78%. Queens Village has fewer supermarkets compared to bodegas, indicating a potential disparity in access to fresh and healthy food options.
The nearest major hospitals serving Queens Village are Jamaica Hospital and Queens Hospital Center, both located in Jamaica.
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