May 13, 2009 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 15 hen the time comes for you to sell a home, buy a home, rent, lease or to invest in real estate, take the time to select a professional to represent you full time. You look into which bank or investment company will handle your money … It is even more important to select a Professional Realtor who will protect your interest in any real estate transaction. Not all real estate sales people are Realtors, nor are they a full-time practitioner. In a real estate transaction, thousands of your dollars are at risk, and the Realtor who represents you will have a fiduciary responsibility to you. You will be guided by a professional who abides by a National Code of Ethics and one who has spent multiple months in continuing training and educational classes just to prepare themselves to serve you better. Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan, SRES Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan is a full-time Realtor with Terrie O’Connor Realtors in Allendale and is dedicated to serving your real estate needs. You might be a first time buyer, a renter or landlord, perhaps a homeowner desiring to sell your house or even a more mature adult who needs information, guidance and assistance in securing a retirement home. Home is where you belong, and Bud can help you through the tough “what if’ choices you are considering. Bud is specially trained to help you with relocation options and even adult community options. Before you make a commitment via a contract, call Bud for a private consultation at your home. There is never a fee for any consultation. Select the right Realtor and you can spend more time thinking about your next home and less time wondering if you’re making the right move. Professionalism is Bud’s duty to you. Give him a call today at 201- 201-825-0800x39 and rest assured you’ll be more comfortable henceforth. F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses Patrick `Bud’ O’Hagan, Realtor David Anthony Carpets: purveyors of fine handmade rugs W A carpet ties your décor together like nothing else can, but to find that perfect carpet is no easy task. That is, unless you let Dave Zisa of David Anthony Carpets do the searching for you. With over a decade of experience in the business and contacts literally all over the world, Zisa can locate exactly what his customer – either a designer or a homeowner – needs, or he can have it custom-designed to their specifications. Honing his skills by dealing strictly with the handmade rug Dave Zisa importing trade, Zisa decided to open David Anthony Carpets five years ago to share his expertise with area homeowners. Originally on Godwin Avenue, he moved his showroom to 18 Goffle Road in the quaint Victorian building eight months ago, where the lighting is better to appreciate his handsome wares and the parking is more convenient. David Anthony Carpets carries a huge inventory of fine handmade carpets from every rug-producing country, from moderately priced decorative rugs to semi antiques to collectible antiques in traditional to contemporary designs. It also has a selection of handmade tapestries, pillows and ottomans. Customers may bring in their furniture or drape fabric swatches for Zisa to match, or he will make in-home consultations at no-charge. David Anthony Carpets also specializes in carpet repairs, fiber guarding and cleaning. His staff is comprised of old-world craftsmen knowledgeable in the handling of heirlooms to preserve their integrity and value. “They are the best,” Zisa says of his staff. Since Zisa is mostly out on the road, David Anthony Carpets is open limited hours or by appointment. Call 201-612-8666. Summer is a great time to explore music! rom The Top Music Studio will offer wonderful opportunities this summer for students in instrumental, vocal and musical theater camps. This summer marks the beginning of the “Find The Musician In You” program. This will allow students to try an instrument or voice lessons for a week to see if it is the right fit for them. Once again, the Theater Camp returns to From The Top for young actors who would like to experience musical theater. Students will learn audition techniques and all aspects of musical theater as they put together a mini musical. The Instrumental and Vocal Camp is a great forum for students to receive concentrated study in ear training, theory, history, rhythm, composition as well as training on their respective instruments while preparing for a recital. In addition to our summer camps, From The Top Music Studio provides first-rate individual instrumental and vocal lessons to children and adults of all ages while keeping the lessons fun and exciting. The studio’s team, under the direction of Lisa Plasse, is comprised of the finest teachers in the metropolitan area. These teachers not only hold degrees in music perforLisa Plasse mance and/or education but continue to perform professionally. From The Top Music Studio offers recitals and coffeehouses for children and adults, special needs music classes, music therapy sessions and music ensembles. Ms. Plasse created the FTT Performance Series, which consists of faculty recitals, in an effort to raise money for The Susan Richman Music Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a high school senior majoring in music in a college or university. From The Top Music Studio celebrates its 10th Anniversary this season. The studio is located at 47 Prospect Street, Midland Park. Contact (201) 4458780 or fromthetopmusicstudio.com F The Baseball Card Store: More than cards ave Lancaster and Mike Healy opened The Baseball Card Store in Midland Park in 1989 and have made it a welcoming spot not only for serious collectors, but also for teens on the way home from school or parents and grandparents looking for a nice gift. Here they get advice, the hottest releases and camaraderie, and the kids get to discuss the highlights of their The Baseball Card Store day and to pick a free sweet treat. The Baseball Card Store is a direct dealer with TOPPS, giving them a Home Team Advantage. As an added service, the store maintains a list of Topps Factory Set collectors and notifies them yearly when the new sets are in. An added asset to collectors is that the store has a number of suppliers that give it preference on the newest, most sought-after releases. And the service is always knowledgeable and caring. The store is also a direct dealer with Steiner Sports, and Upper Deck Authenticated. They are the leaders in autographs, such as Jeter, Wright, Reyes, A. Rod and Eli Manning, to name a few. They also carry a full line of Ultra Pro supplies, such as binders, pages and top loaders. Gift wrapping is free, and shipping is available via UPS or Priority Mail. The Baseball Card Store is located at 45 Prospect Street, Midland Park. It is open Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m. till 6 p.m.; Mondays and Thursdays till 8 p.m. Call 201-4459007 for information. D