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relocation: Dutchess County - It's A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood ...Won't You Be My Neighbor? - 07/18/08 12:47 PM
Friday, July 18, 2008 - Poughkeepsie Journal. - It doesn't get any better than this! I'd like to think everyday is a good news day. Well, at least today was and I dedicate this post to the Poughkeepsie Journal for the good news that appears on the front page of our local paper. Isn't this a great way to start the weekend? This is a reminder why Dutchess County is such a great place to live. You know it's a good palce to live when the headlines read as follows....
IBM - Quarter earnings one of the best (our major area employer).
Balloon Festival - Local … (3 comments)
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relocation: Buyers: Don't Underestimate Your Time Frame! - 05/21/08 10:17 PM
When planning to purchase a home to coincide with a particular date such as the expiration of a lease, or the sale of another home - it is important that a buyer understands the importance of a well thought out time frame. Just how long the home buying process might take depends on many factors.
A home buyer should consult with a real estate agent to determine what the average time frame is for the locale. A buyer cannot assume when moving from a state where the typical home sale closes in 4 weeks that it is the same way all over the country.
First time home buyers often make the mistake of underestimating … (5 comments)
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relocation: From State To State - Real Estate Is A Different Game! - 04/12/08 12:05 AM
I specialize in relocation and feel it's important to mention - the process of a Real Estate transaction differs from state to state. So many agents do not know this. So many buyers and sellers need to be educated to this fact. A transaction in Ohio can close in 4 -6 weeks, while a transaction in NY can take 7-9 weeks (attorney state).
Always use caution when planning to simultaneously coordinate two transactions involving two different states. There should always be a back up plan.
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relocation: Poughkeepsie, New York - Just Listed - 12/26/07 12:58 AM
MINT CONDITION SOUTHSIDE HOME, SITUATED ON A DOUBLE LOT. MANY NEWER FEATURES & UPDATES PLUS HARDWOOD FLOORS, AN ENCLOSED FRONT PORCH, WALK-UP FINISHED THIRD FLOOR. A LARGE DECK LEADS TO THE FENCED YARD AND ABOVE GROUND POOL. CLOSE TO BUS ROUTE, WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPS, SCHOOLS & PARK. 5 MINUTES TO ROUTE 9. MOVE IN - WITH NO TO DO LIST! … (0 comments)
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relocation: Dutchess County, NY - Schools - 12/18/07 10:13 AM
Often, relocations are happening this time of year. If you are considering a move to the Dutchess County Area, or are an agent from another part of the country trying to assist somebody with a move here, you might be interested in the link below which provides information for these various school districts:
http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/repcrd2002/c13_dist.html
· Arlington Central School District · Beacon City School District
· Dover Union Free School District
· Hyde Park Central School District
· Millbrook Central School District
· Northeast Central School District
· Pawling Central School District
· Pine Plains Central School District
· Poughkeepsie City School District … (2 comments)
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relocation: Corporate Relocation - Tis The Season - 12/15/07 09:55 PM
For budgetory reasons, many companies wait until year end (or the start of a new year) to transfer employees.
A new job in a new location! The opportunity can open doors and horizons for you and your family. It may be one of the most rewarding experiences of your career.
The critical decision to accept a new position is only the first of many which surround the relocation process. Such decisions may seem overwhelming. You need a real estate professional who specializes in relocation - an agent who can help make the transition to your new destination smooth and successful. If you are moving to the New York City area, … (3 comments)
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relocation: Here Comes The Snow - Selling Your Home In The Winter Months - 12/12/07 08:36 PM
The weather system that froze Midwest states is expected to arrive in the Northeast after the Thursday morning commute, according to NBC WeatherPlus meteorologist Bill Karins. "Everyone will get to work just fine, but getting home should be ugly," he said. "A heavy burst of snow and sleet will fall from New York City to southern New England, especially between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Snow totals from the first storm could be 4-6 inches in Boston, New York City and other Northeast areas. By Saturday night, heavy snow and blizzard conditions are likely from central Pennsylvania, central New York and … (5 comments)
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relocation: Historic Sites of Dutchess County, New York - 12/06/07 11:32 AM
Favorite Dutchess County Historic Sites
There is plenty of history in the Hudson Valley region, and there's no need to even leave Dutchess County to find it!
Bannerman Castle - located in FidhkillDescription:The Scottish-style castle on the Hudson River was built in the early 1900s when purchased by David Bannerman. 2-hr. cruise around the island on the "Pride of the Hudson" tourboat. Historic lecture. An "On-Island" guided tour of Bannerman Island on "The Pollepel."
Clermont State Historic Site - located in ClermomtDescription: Country estate of seven generations of the prominent Livingston family. Restored mansion, visitor center, exhibit galleries, … (1 comments)
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relocation: Curry - Tastes better than it smells! - 12/05/07 03:12 PM
It's a definite turn off! Cooking odors that linger, pet odors, a house that smells like the "chain smoker" who lives there - these are few of my unfavorite things. It's also the hardest thing to address with a seller. This is the first thing I notice when I step into a house. At the risk of offending my clients, I recommend charcoal odor absorbers - available in most hardware stores. These work to actually remove, absorb, expel and neutralize odors. They last for several weeks. I also recommend the Arm & Hammer Pet Odor Powder. I had a listing that was being marketed during a humid spell. The basement was damp and to add to … (1 comments)
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relocation: News Media - Here They Go Again - 12/02/07 10:04 PM
Inducing panic again! This time it's not about the stormy real estate market, but a "winter storm" warning that involves only a few inches. How can this be considered responsible news reporting? Last night I watched with amazement as the weatherman was urging viewers in the NY City area to brace themselves for our first winter "storm". As he went on and on, he seemed so excited to be reporting on what was going to be a breaking story in just a few hours, 1-3 inches of snow.!!! Gee, I would consider that our first "snowfall" but it can hardly constitute a "storm". In Upstate NY today, the snowfall (or, dusting of … (0 comments)
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relocation: Home For The Holidays! - 11/29/07 09:21 PM
Every year around this time sellers question me about putting their home on the market at holiday time, or in some cases taking it off the market temporarily. If they definitely need to sell quickly, I discourage these sellers from waiting. This time of the year, potential buyers are also serious buyers. In fact, alot of relocations happen this time of year. Rule of thumb...keep decorating to a minimal. Selling your home around the holiday season gives every homeowner the long awaited and legitimate reason for simplifying! Avoid the garish colors of bright red and green and keep colors subtle. Use white lights. Fresh pine adds fragrance and warmth but the aroma of snicker … (1 comments)
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relocation: Don't leave home without it! - 11/27/07 04:16 PM
You know how I know when I'm getting old? I answered a business related call from another agent the other day which came in on my house phone as I was getting ready to leave for the office. Now, I'm a great multi-tasker so I just continued to talk business as I gathered my briefcase and day-timer, packed a little lunch for later in the day and let the dog out. When I was finally ready to leave, I pulled out of the garage, backed down the driveway and as I headed out of the neighborhood I even waved to my … (3 comments)
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relocation: Poughkeepsie, NY - 11/26/07 02:21 PM
LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC DISTRICT, THIS CIRCA 1881 HISTORIC VICTORIAN BOASTS ALL THE ORIGINAL ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS. GENEROUSLY SIZED ROOMS, HDWD FLOORS, DECORATIVE MOLDINGS, HIGH CEILINGS, 3 FIREPLACES, FRENCH DOORS, ROCKING CHAIR PORCH, FINISHED WALK-UP, MASTER SUITE W/SITTING AREA & FIREPLACE. SECOND FLOOR SUNROOM W/CATSKILL VIEWS. NEW ROOF & GUTTERS. CLOSE TO METRO NORTH TRAIN STATION, HOSPITALS AND LOCAL COLLEGES.. OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY!
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relocation: The Humorous Side Of Thanksgiving - 11/21/07 01:06 AM
What we're really talking about is a wonderful day set aside on the fourth Thursday of November when no one diets. I mean, why else would they call it Thanksgiving? ~ Erma Bombeck
Thanksgiving is an emotional holiday. People travel thousands of miles to be with people they only see once a year. And then discover once a year is way too often. ~ Johnny Carson
Thanksgiving, man. Not a good day to be my pants. ~ Kevin James
Thanksgiving dinners take eighteen hours to prepare. They are consumed in twelve minutes. Half-times take twelve minutes. This is not coincidence. ~ Erma Bombeck
I … (3 comments)
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relocation: Mid-Hudson Valley - 11/19/07 11:12 AM
$879,900 - EXQUISITE QUALITY! A UNIQUE HOME IN A VERY PRESTIGIOUS UPSCALE NEIGHBORHOOD. BRAZILIAN CHERRY FLOORS, SOARING CEILINGS, EXPANSIVE WINDOWS, WIDE MOLDINGS. ENORMOUS DREAM KITCHEN W/CHERRY, GRANITE & STAINLESS TOP OF LINE APPLIANCES. 1ST FL MASTER SUITE W/LIMESTONE BATH. 4CAR HEATED GARAGE W/HYDRAULIC LIFT. SECLUDED 6 AC. WOODED LOT. NEAR THE TACONIC STATE PARKWAY. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS - NEIGHBORHOOD SETTING WITH SECLUSION. SUPERIOR SCHOOLS!
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relocation: Open House Activity - Pleasantly Surprised - 11/18/07 10:51 PM
I started out reluctant to host an open house today (the Sunday before Thanksgiving). First let me preface this in saying the property has been on the market for a little over a year. I was the original listing agent, and after two 6 month listing periods (with another agent in the middle), I am back in the picture. Now, in regard to hosting today's open house, I had flashbacks of making the same efforts (three open houses) a year ago and getting little results - one time, only one inquisitive neighbor stopped in. So, I headed off feeling a little under the weather and unenthusiatic with a bag packed with reading materials. I … (4 comments)
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relocation: Apple or Pumpkin? - 11/16/07 07:16 PM
So, which do you prefer????
What makes a house a home is what goes on inside....the people who make up a family, love, the memories (good times & bad), holidays and traditions. When I think of the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, the first thing that comes to my mind is PIE. I never can decide if I like apple or pumpkin, so I always have a slice of both. And, how about you? I am going to make it just a little difficult - what if you can't have both......Apple or Pumpkin????
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relocation: Is The Media Scaring Buyers? - 11/15/07 12:23 AM
Virgin blogger here. My first session and probably the first of many blogs to come. I am an Associate Broker and ABR in Dutchess County, NY (Hudson Valley Region - midway between NY City and Albany). These are indeed adventurous times. Right now, our region is a little healthier than in other parts of the country but one of the greatest challenges we have as agents here is reassuring buyers that it really is a good time to buy. We do not have a local news station so our community relies on news from national broadcasts and news sources of nearby major city affiliates. The media does not … (7 comments)
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Carol Culkin, Dutchess County
Poughkeepsie,
NY
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