RELOCATE TO GARDINER NY

At the base of the Shawangunk Ridge is the quaint town of Gardiner New York.  A short distance from New Paltz, Gardiner is a favorite destination for tourist and homebuyers. The attraction of the Gardiner area include 3 season farmers markets, wineries, skydiving, world class rock climbing, local shops and boutiques and the great hiking and biking trails. Gardiner real estate is highly sought after.

Visit the Town of Gardiner  website for Gardiner government information. The population is 2,948 in 1,124 households and the average age is 39.16. The local business association promotes shopping local at the wonderful local businesses.  

Gardiner is in the Wallkill School District.  Elementary School depends on the Gardiner neighborhood.

The crime rate in Gardiner is below the national average. With the national average at 1.0, Gardiner’s crime rates are .37 for murder, .18 rape, .07 robbery, .67 assault,  burglary .35, larceny .36, auto theft .08, with a total overall crime rate at .25.

The Current Real Estate Market in Gardiner NY- Homes for sale

Currently, there is 1 townhouse and 1 condo for sale in Gardiner with an average price of $124,200. The average price for the 55 single family homes is $534,630, with prices ranging from $82,200 to 2,990,00. The average days on the market are 245. There is something for everyone in the Gardiner real estate market.  Some of the most beautiful homes in the Mid-Hudson Valley are here in Gardiner with some of the most fantastic views.

Gardiner is a popular commuter location it is approximately 75 miles from New York City. Gardiner is a community that draws visitors in with the “step back in time” feeling.

Search Gardiner real estate to see the homes for sale in Gardiner.  There are great deals, the interest rates are historically low. There is a great time to buy! For more information or to see any listing in Ulster County, call Barbara Carter Realtor, (845)505 3160. It would be my pleasure to share the beauty of Gardiner NY Real Estate with you.

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Protect Yourself Against Burglary

I came across this interesting article in the Washington Post recently called “Anatomy of a Burglary,” which reveals some surprising statistics about break-ins, including a few ways to protect your valuables and deter thieves.

Some interesting facts:

·   Most burglaries occur between 10AM and 3PM.

·   The typical house burglar is a male teenager who lives within a couple of miles of your home.

·   Burglars spend on an average between 8 and 12 minutes inside your home.

Not only did the graphic detail the most common entry points for a burglar, but it also offered these helpful tips for protecting your home:

·   A home with a security system is 3 times less likely to be broken into than a home without a security system. (Even if you don’t have one, buying the stickers for them can deter an amateur.)

·   Consider alternatives to the master bedroom for hiding valuables. It’s the first place most burglars go.

·   Burglars want to spend fewer than 60 seconds breaking in. Anything you can do to lengthen that time will increase the likelihood they’ll pass on your house.

·   The appearance of an unoccupied home is what typically attracts burglars. Not bringing the garbage cans in after trash day or having a pile of delivered newspapers on the driveway can be a big sign you’re not around.

To see the article, visit the Washington Post site here:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/artsandliving/homeandgarden/features/2007/burglary-070507/graphic.html

Protect your home and your valuables! Common sense is often enough to keep you from becoming a victim.  And remember: Keep an inventory of your possessions for insurance purposes.

Are you concerned about your neighborhood? The crime rate in New Paltz is well below the national average. The national average is 1.0. In New Paltz, murder is .31, rape .58, robbery .09, assault .77, burglary .39, larceny .73, auto theft .1. The total crime rate in New Paltz is .36. If you are considering moving to the Mid Hudson Valley call me to help you find a home in an area with a low crime rate like New Paltz.

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Homes for sale in New Paltz, New York

2011 was a tough market for home sellers and real estate agents in New Paltz. At the end of a long tough year what are the current homes on the market in New Paltz?

The following homes are listed with Ulster County Multiple Listings Service:

Active listings maybe currently active, back on the market, pending continue to show (and accepted offer but not yet in contract), or pending continue to show with a major contingency.

11 Townhouse/ Condominiums are listed as active- average days on the market is 174, Prices range from $230,000- $89,900.

67 Single family homes are currently listed of those 9 are pending continue to show. Prices range from $1,200,000 to 59,000. Average days on the market are 168.

1 73 acre horse farm is listed for $895,000 listed for 260 days.

1 single level structure currently used as a church is listed at $219 and has been on the market for 34 days.

5 unit are available on a continuing care retirement community. Prices range from $453,000- $212,000.

Pending properties in New Paltz, total 9, ranging in price from $85,000- $374,900. The average days on the market is 254.

In the past 6 months, 38 residential sales, ranging in price from $69,900 to $795,000 have been registered in New Paltz.  The average days on the market was 177.

The homes for sale in New Paltz are a wide variety of styles, price ranges and basically something for everyone. We are seeing many more buyers who looed for homes before the real estate bubble burst and as they look now are amazed at the great deals.

If you would like to search the Ulster County MLS, on your own go to http://www.UlsterNYHomes.com where I offer a free MLS IDX. These are live feeds of listings from the MLS with the most up-to-date information on the internet. If you would prefer to receive listings directly from Barbara Carter, New Paltz Realtor you can email at any time at UlsterHomes@yahoo.com.

My promise to you is that I will return your call personally as soon as possible.

This information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed

Relocating to New Paltz?

New Paltz is a highly desired location for the City of New Yorkers. Noted for it’s beauty and the hub of activity in the Mid Hudson Valley, New Paltz is an easy commute only 90 minutes from Manhattan.

The Historic Hudson Valley is full of things to see and do, all within minutes of New Paltz and all it has to offer.

Some of the local attractions are:

New Paltz New York is a great place to visit and an even better place to live. If you are looking for activities there are all these and much more available. The sports enthusiast can enjoy local games and the Hudson Valley Renegades. If you are more of a active sportsmen there is plenty of opportunity for fishing and hunting. Most importantly is the peace and relaxation of being alone in the silence of nature and recharging,

Come to New Paltz and never be bored. Call Barbara today for the local assistance and attention you need in a New Paltz Realtor.

New Paltz New York Community Overview

People looking to relocate to New Paltz New York are interested in learning more about the area. Previously I posted a

New Paltz NY Relocation Package . With links and information to be used when relocating.

A community overview of the New Paltz area is helpful as well.

The population growth since 2000 is 8%. With a total population of 18,279 and a desity of 300 people per mile. Average household size is 2.3 and there are 26% of households with children. New Paltz has 6790 households and the median age is 30.28.

Currently there are 96 single family homes on the Ulster County MLS. This includes condos, townhouses, and all single family residents. The housing inventory is 54.8% owner occupied, 38.5% rented and 6.7% vacant. Annual residential turnover is 16%, the 5 or more year residency is 38% with a median year residency of 3.46%. Average rents are $754 for a studio, $817 for one bedroom, $979 two bedrooms, $1241 three bedroom and $1541 four bedroom.

The crime rate in New Paltz is well below the national average. The national average is 1.0. In New Paltz, murder is .31, rape .58, robbery .09, assault .77, burglary .39, larceny .73, auto theft .1. The total crime rate in New Paltz is .36.

The climate and weather are typical of the northeastern United States with four seasons. The variable temperatures are January high 32, low 17 and in July the average high is 80 and the low 63.

The weather risk is below the national average. With a US national average risk of 100, New Paltz has an average of 73 for hurricane, 68 for earthquake, 33 for tornado, 115 wind, 24 hail, giving New Paltz a overal risk of 57 for weather.

Median income for New Paltz is $57993. 83% of the population is white collar and 17% blue collar. Unemployment rate is 7.7.

The educational climate in New Paltz is higher then the national average. Those with Grad Degrees 22.4%, Bach Degree 25.9%, Assoc Degree 8%, some College 13.9%, High School Grad 23.2 %, some High School 4.6%, no high school 2%.

The perfect place to live amid the beautiful Mid Hudson Valley. Call Barbara 845 505 3160 today to locate a perfect home at a perfect price! You're going to love it here.

One of the most popular places for second homes and relocation in the Mid-Hudson Valley is New Platz New York. New Paltz,  a small college town at the base of the Shawangunk Ridge is famous for it’s rock climbing.  Home of Minnewaska and Mohonk Mountain House and 90 minutes from Manhattan, New Paltz is a frequent destination for many.

Many people express the interest in homes in New Paltz as second homes, commuter homes, student housing and primary residents looking to be in the New Paltz School District.

Over the past year, according to the Ulster County MLS,  102 listings on single family homes in New Paltz expired. With all New Paltz has to offer it makes me wonder why would so many listings expire.

The most popular excuse for an expired listing is- the market. Buyers are really nervous to purchase a home.  The media certainly does not foster confidence.  With interest rates historically low and home prices lower then they have been in years, one would think this would be a great market. But the market is dictated by buyers and sellers. Market value is the price a seller is willing to sell for and the price a buyer is willing to pay.  So in the New Paltz market there must be a gap between the buyer and seller.

The home may not have been ready to be on the market. Homes listed should be neat and clean. Minimize furniture, decorations and personal photos.  If you have a Shawangunk mountain view, Wallkill River view or have great landscaping- wash the windows and open the curtains and blinds. Highlight those sought after features.  One of the criteria buyers request in New Paltz is a mountain view.

There may not have been enough pictures on the listing. Ask your agent to take lots of pictures. If you have a  fireplace light the fire for showings and pictures. Take pictures of the yard but inside pictures as well. Buyers tend to skip over listings with one picture or worse yet no pictures. Be sure there are indoor pictures of various rooms. Buyers think if there are just outside pictures that there must be something wrong inside.  Don’t give the appearance that you are hiding something.

Ask a friend to come in for an honest opinion on how your home smells. Buyers are turned off by funky odors.  If there is an odor find what it is and eliminate it. If it is a litterbox, store it outside while on the market or clean more often. If an odor is from mildew, use Clorox to clean areas with the mildew.  The most welcome scents are baked goods in the oven, a scent of cleaning liquid, and fresh air. If the weather permits open the windows.

Price, price, price, listen to your agent on the market value of the home.

Market, market, market, ask your agent to market extensively on the internet.

If you have a home to sell in New Paltz, NY you are in a very good position. New Paltz is a highly desireable area.

When we look a the highly successful people we see a common thread, they pursue their vision, often without financial security, facing long odds they ignore their own self-doubt. When the world tells them “it’s not safe,” they listen to their own voice despite “prevailing wisdom.” They have a vision and they pursue it.  They grasp the gold ring and "go for it".

In the future they get to look back on their life and see the path that lead them to great success. At the time, the path wasn’t easy, yet in retrospect, it looks very much like the only possible path they could take.

I think in twenty years or even ten years, we’re going to see people kicking themselves because they did not buy a home this year. As their teenage sons and daughters graduate, enter the future job market and begin searching for their first home, they’ll turn to their parents and say, “Seriously? You’re telling me when I was in middle school, you could get a 30-year fixed for under 5%?”

Too many people are in fear of the housing market. They seem to know there is tremendous opportunity, but can’t shake the vision of all those who were part of the housing crisis

Yes, there is uncertainty, but this is the best time you’re ever going to see. Take control of your future and buy a home. Those that do will certainly be rewarded with the satisfaction of looking back and realizing they bought at just the right time.

There’s certainly no risk to exploring the opportunity. I’d love the opportunity to sit down with you and plot a possible course to the best investment you could make. Contact me today at Ulsterhomes@Yahoo.com or on my cell 845 505 3160.

The Holiday Season is a busy time when we spend time with family and friends.

Are you hosting out of town guests?  Going the extra mile when hosting out-of-town guests can be both affordable and reflect the charms of your town.  Here are some handy tips I like to share with clients who have friends staying in the wonderful Highland and New Paltz areas.

For the guest room:

•       Clear out a nice space for your guests items. Even a section of a closet or a dedicated set of shelves / drawers will help them feel welcome.                                                                                                                                                      

•       Fresh flowers are a great way to make an average guest room seem like a little dose of “B&B” treatment.

•       Leave a couple bottles of water and a few snacks.

•       Provide local information on the nightstand; local maps, history, and points of interest such as Mohonk, Minnewaska, the Hudson Valley Rail Trail, Water Street Market, etc.

On arrival:

•       Giving guests a spare set of keys and showing them how to use the alarm (if you have one) is a great way to make sure they can come and go as they please.

•       People are often starving after a long day on the road! Have some food available as soon as your friends arrive.

•       Let them know “what’s mine is yours” right away. Books, blankets, whatever they need. Don’t assume they’ll ask or feel comfortable with your possessions.

While they’re staying:

•       Take them food shopping at a local specialty store.  If they like to cook, plan to make a meal together.  It can be intimate, relaxing, and affordable.

•       Go beyond the tourist destinations! Show them “how locals do.”

•       If they drink, offering a little “wind me down” cocktail at night is nice.

•       If it doesn’t break the bank, find small, local souvenir you can send them home with.

By the way, I’d love to meet your house guests!  They might just like Highland and New Paltz so much, they’d consider moving here.  If you’re out and about, give me ring or drop me a line so we can meet!  Contact me today:

Barbara Carter

John J Lease Realtors

550 Route 299

Highland NY 12528

Cell: 845 505 3160

Web: http://www.UlsterNYHomes.com

Email: UlsterHomes@yahoo.com