http://activerain.com/blogs/donny Hey it's all about Real Estate . . . Buying a home? Selling a Home? House / Condo / Co-Op / Investment Property en-us http://activerain.com/blogsview/2306686/project-planning-getting-help-realizing-when-you-need-it- <p><strong>Getting Help...Realizing When You Need It!</strong></p> <p>It's finally spring and many of us have sprung into action!&nbsp; Are you spring cleaning, planning spring projects, or perhaps even getting your home ready for sale? Contact a local&nbsp;Westchester Realtor! You can find a great professional right here at <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com">Prudential Centennial Realty</a>.&nbsp; One thing is for sure, if your home project is to help get the house ready for sale, you want to do it right and have a good understanding of what potential buyers are looking for.</p> <p>The second step is to really think about your project.&nbsp; Renee Ursem, professional organizer said, "I consider myself a do-it-yourself kind of gal. My husband and I take care of our own yard, pool, and house. We're picky about how things are done, so we choose to do many things ourselves. It works pretty well."</p> <p>She explains, a few months ago, the couple decided to touch up the doors and baseboards in their house. Since the previous owners had left paint, she figured it would be a quick little project-a little paint here, a little paint there, no problem.</p> <p>Well.....apparently there were a few glitches in her plan.</p> <p>The first problem surfaced when the paint (which had been labeled) didn't match the surface being painted. Maybe it just needed to dry? When the dry paint still didn't match the doors, they didn't panic; they just decided to paint the doors (cut-outs and all).&nbsp; Seems like a natural solution to a minor problem, right?</p> <p>Armed with the right color and proper tools, the second day was spent rolling and brushing on the paint. The lack of light made it hard to see, and the paint didn't roll on as easily as expected. It was going to need a second coat.</p> <p>"That's when reality struck," said Renee, "this was going to take a lot longer than I wanted or expected."</p> <p>Now, mid-project, it became evident, that she needed help.&nbsp; Assessing the project in its entirety and thinking about potential issues prior to starting, may eliminate problems all together.</p> <p><strong>Tip:</strong>&nbsp; Cheryl Long (Editor in Chief of Mother Earth News) is a proponent of testing paints, cleaners or any other products that may have any effect on finish, color, materials, etc. of the surface on which you are using them.&nbsp; EVEN IF YOU HAVE USED THE PRODUCT, OR ONE SIMILAR BEFORE.</p> <p>Renee decided to call a professional Handyman to help her out.&nbsp; A local contractor, (there are several in Westchester, or you can refer to your realtor at <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com">Prudential Centennial Realty</a>), was able to give her a bid quickly and help her out right away.&nbsp; The handyman was able to get the entire project done in less than a day.&nbsp;</p> <p>A week later the doors were painted better and faster than they could have ever done alone. It was almost a pleasure for them to write that check, knowing that instead of spending months frustrated, they could use the time to do something fun.</p> <p>The point here is that when it comes to do-it-yourself projects, know when to say when!</p> <p>It is time for you to get some help? Here are some things to consider:</p> <ul> <li>Be specific. "I need help with my finances" doesn't work. Do you need help saving money, setting up a budget, doing taxes, or filing your financial documents? Knowing what you need is half the battle. </li> <li>Determine the type of help needed. Do you need a contractor, a professional, a coach, or just some extra hands? </li> <li>Do some research. Ask friends for recommendations. Look online. Get some bids. Don't assume that you can't afford help.&nbsp; Always refer to professionals that have experience with home buying/selling or perhaps just have great references for local handymen, like a <strong>Westchester County Realtor</strong>. Prudential Centennial Realty has&nbsp;a list of handy experts waiting for you! </li> <li>Assess the problem area's costs. What is <strong>not</strong> getting that project done costing you now? Time, energy, a relationship, your sense of peace, future goals? </li> <li>Look ahead. What could you do <strong>after</strong> the project is complete? Getting it done will help you move on to bigger and better things. </li> <li>Formulate a plan. It may be possible for you to pay for help right away. Maybe you need to do some of the work yourself. You might need to save for it. It could be done in stages. The point is to figure out a way to get it done so you can move on. </li> <li>Get started. At some point you just need to take the plunge. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Once the project is done - enjoy it!&nbsp; Congratulate yourself on a job well done and admire the handiwork!</strong></p> <p><strong>Or, if your project was part of getting your home ready for sale, contact <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com">Prudential Centennial Realty</a>now.&nbsp;</strong></p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Thu, 19 May 2011 22:16:55 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2306686/project-planning-getting-help-realizing-when-you-need-it- http://activerain.com/blogsview/2303955/long-island-sound-and-westchester-ny-a-choice-home-for-plants-animals-people <p><strong>Long Island Sound a Choice Home for Plants, Animals, People!</strong></p> <p>Did you know the Long Island Sound is an estuary? If you've got a blank look on your face, you're not alone. Many people are aware of estuaries, but don't recognize them by their somewhat presumptuous name.</p> <p>If you're looking for homes along the Long Island Sound, you'll be glad to know this is some of the most highly-sought-after Westchester County. If you're shopping for home in Mamaroneck, you've come to the right place! Our listings feature so many beautiful homes in Mamaroneck, Larchmont, New Rochelle, and much more.</p> <p>Here is just one example of one of our <a href="http://3115441.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">waterfront listings in Mamaroneck.</a></p> <p><strong>What is an Estuary?</strong></p> <p>When salt water from the ocean mixes with fresh waters from rivers and land water sources, an estuary is created. This is just one of the features that makes the Long Island Sound so special and an incredibly desirable place to be.</p> <p>Unlike many estuaries, Long Island Sound has two connections to the sea and a multitude of major rivers. In 1987 this area was designated a "National Estuary" by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.</p> <p>This mix of fresh and salt water helps create an optimal environment for plant and wildlife. Sustaining habitat is abundant here for feeding, breeding, and nesting.</p> <p>In addition to being an environmental miracle, the Long Island Sound is a major contributing factor to the local economy with about $5.5 billion annually pouring into the region from boaters, anglers, swimmers, and tourists.</p> <p>This isn't such a bad place for people to live-it's fabulous and more than 8 million people agree as they live in the Long Island Sound watershed.</p> <p><strong>Great Waterfront Property Available</strong></p> <p>If you're ready to become a part of the Long Island Sound's complex and beautiful eco system, explore some of our waterfront community profiles. Then contact <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Prudential Centennial Realty </a>for a tour and more information about this amazing region.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 18 May 2011 15:40:28 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2303955/long-island-sound-and-westchester-ny-a-choice-home-for-plants-animals-people http://activerain.com/blogsview/2297348/beautiful-waterfront-home-for-sale-in-orienta-point <p> </p><table border="0" cellpadding="60"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" width="934"> <tbody> <tr> <td height="70" width="934"> <table border="0" cellpadding="20" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p>&nbsp; <strong>Mamaroneck NY&nbsp; --&nbsp; $2,750,000</strong></p> <p>WATERFRONT HOME In Orienta! Enjoy gorgeous views while lounging by the gunite pool, or from any room of this beautiful and spacious home. BYOB! Private dock is perfect for boaters. Renovated eat-in kitchen with granite counters, 2 stoves,(8 burners total), 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers, and lots of cabinets and counter space. Beautiful,level,landscaped grounds on quiet cul-de-sac.</p> </td> <td>&nbsp;</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3115441&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank"><img src="http://imageserver.1parkplace.com/Wpmls/extracted/3115441_1.jpg" alt=""><br><img src="http://tools.1parkplace.com/mlswizard/images/system/btn.moreimages.gif" border="0" alt=""> Click here to see more images </a><br><br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <hr> <ul> <li>Donald Reich </li> <li>Phone: (914)600-6045 | Cell: (914)260-2518 </li> <li> <a href="mailto:dreich@prucentennial.com">dreich@prucentennial.com</a> </li> <li> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/" target="_blank">www.reichrealestate.com</a> </li> </ul> <strong>4 Bedroom <p>&middot; 4.5 Bath &bull; Single Family</p> <hr> <br> <table cellspacing="2" border="0" cellpadding="2"> <tbody> <tr> <td>Year Built:</td> <td>1959</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Sq Footage:</td> <td>4800</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bedrooms:</td> <td>4</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bathrooms:</td> <td>4 Full, 1 Half</td> </tr> <tr> <td> <br><img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/info.png" border="0" alt=""> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3115441&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank">Full Details ...</a> </td> <td> <br><img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/map.jpg" border="0" alt=""> <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?t=h&amp;q=1064+Bayhead+Dr%2cMamaroneck%2c+10543" target="_blank">Map Location ... </a> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br> <hr> <br><strong>Estimated Tax:</strong> $53000 / 2011<br> <p>&nbsp;</p> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm" target="_blank"><img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/mlsearch.jpg" border="0" alt=""> </a></strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="70" width="934">Listing Courtesy of Prudential Centennial Realty <a href="http://www.1parkplace.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/poweredby_img2.png" border="0" alt=""> </a> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>&copy; 2011 Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities. An independently owned and operated broker member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial company. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Used under license. Equal Housing Opportunity.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Sun, 15 May 2011 09:21:52 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2297348/beautiful-waterfront-home-for-sale-in-orienta-point http://activerain.com/blogsview/2278843/first-quarter-2011-market-report-for-westchester-county-ny <p>With one quarter closed for 2011, the economic conditions seen during 2010 continue to affect sales activity in Westchester.</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Number of Homes Sold:</strong></p> When comparing 1Q 2011 to 1Q 2010, the number of single-family homes sold in Westchester is less than 2010 results. Average final sales prices were also slightly below those seen in 2010 for the same period. The poor weather conditions in Westchester during January and February as well as global political unrest &amp; increasing commodity prices, impacted overall showing traffic and will most likely affect sales for 2Q and 3Q 2011 <p><em>To continue reading the 2011 First Quarter Report, please</em> <strong><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/uploads/00000048525/1Q-Market-Update-Report.pdf" target="_blank">click here</a></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 04 May 2011 15:59:37 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2278843/first-quarter-2011-market-report-for-westchester-county-ny http://activerain.com/blogsview/2277019/bronxville-summer-farmer-s-market <p><strong>What: </strong><strong>Bronxville Summer Farmers' Market</strong><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>When: </strong><strong>May 28-Nov. 19, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain or shine)</strong><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Where: </strong><strong>Stone Place</strong><strong> at Paxton Avenue, Bronxville, NY</strong></p> <p><strong>Vendors: </strong><strong>Contact Mary Liz Mulligan, 914-479-2246, <a href="mailto:m1m5950@gmail.com"><strong>m1m5950@gmail.com</strong></a></strong><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Bronxville Farmers' Market Welcomes Summer May 28</strong></p> <p><strong>It's been a long, cold winter. If thoughts of fresh fruits, vegetables, homemade breads, jams and jellies are dancing in your head, get ready for the<a href="http://www.bronxvillechamber.com/farmers-market/" target="_blank"> Bronxville Chamber of Commerce Summer Farmers' Market</a>.</strong></p> <p><strong>The Summer Market opens May 28 and will take place every Saturday on Stone Place at Paxton Avenue in <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/bronxville-ny-homes/" target="_blank">Bronxville, NY</a>. The Farmers' market will be open 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., "rain or shine" according to the Chamber's online announcement.</strong></p> <p><strong>Want to get in on this well-organized and extremely successful event? Simply contact Mary Liz Mulligan at 914-479-2246 for all the details. You can email her too at <a href="mailto:m1m5950@gmail.com">m1m5950@gmail.com</a>.</strong></p> <p><strong>Bronxville</strong><strong>, NY is an affluent village in Westchester County, NY. In fact, it was once the home of late President John F. Kennedy. The Kennedy family bought a 21-room mansion on a six-acre estate where the future president participated in Boy Scouts from 1929 to 1931. There are many stunning </strong><strong>Bronxville</strong><strong> NY</strong><strong> homes for sale</strong><strong>. Area residents love the upper-class atmosphere, elegant architecture, fine homes and community facilities.</strong></p> <p><strong>It's activities like the popular Farmers Market that bring people of the village together to enjoy the area's abundance. </strong></p> <p><strong>If you are shopping for </strong><strong>Bronxville</strong><strong> NY</strong><strong> homes for sale</strong><strong>, contact Prudential Centennial Realty today. One of our licensed real estate professionals will be glad to give you a tour of the area featuring<a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/bronxville-ny-homes/" target="_blank"> </a></strong><a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/bronxville-ny-homes/" target="_blank"><strong>Bronxville</strong><strong> NY</strong></a><strong><a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/bronxville-ny-homes/" target="_blank"> </a>homes for sale</strong><strong> based on your expressed wants and needs. Just 15 miles north of Manhattan, Bronxville is a serene community with a celebrated level of education in <a href="http://www.bronxville.k12.ny.us/" target="_blank">Bronxville schools</a>.</strong></p> <p><strong>Bronxville Farmers' Market a Bronxville Tradition</strong></p> <p>Established in June 2002, the <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/bronxville-ny-homes/" target="_blank">Village of Bronxville </a>and the Bronxville Chamber of Commerce are reported to have joined together to create a venue for vendors from throughout New York State's Hudson Valley. " ... all goods are in compliance with the New York State Department of Agricultural Markets," according to the <a href="http://www.bronxvillechamber.com/">chamber's website.</a></p> <p>Vegetable and produce vendors even honor W.I.C. and Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program checks. At this market you will find:</p> <ul> <li>fresh produce, including organic produce and specialty items </li> <li>pasture raised-meats and poultry </li> <li>honey </li> <li>maple syrup </li> <li>pickles </li> <li>cheese </li> <li>breads </li> <li>baked goods </li> <li>quiche </li> <li>dips </li> <li>soups </li> <li>herbs </li> <li>lavender and lavender products </li> <li>local wines </li> <li>field-cut wild flowers </li> <li>bottled milk </li> <li>granola </li> <li>soups </li> <li>cookies </li> <li>hand made soaps &amp; lotions </li> <li>home spun fibers for &nbsp;knitting and chutney </li> </ul> <p>Don't miss this delicious and green tradition!</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 03 May 2011 17:33:22 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2277019/bronxville-summer-farmer-s-market http://activerain.com/blogsview/2272996/may-first- <p><strong>Today is the first day of May!!</strong> We had sunshine, 65 degrees, and buyers looking for homes. What more could I ask for? I guess a sale or 2 would be nice, but one step at a time. This is definitely shaping up to be a good spring. Better than last year, though still not as good as a 5 years ago.</p> <p>I hope everyone else had a great May First too!</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Sun, 01 May 2011 18:14:44 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2272996/may-first- http://activerain.com/blogsview/2268808/cute-3-bedroom-colonial-with-oversized-yard-in-new-rochelle-ny <table border="0" cellpadding="60" style="width: 100%; height: 100%; font-family: Georgia, Serif;"> <tr> &lt;!-- Posting Container --&gt; <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="text-align: left;" width="934px"> <tr> <td height="70px" width="934px"> <table cellpadding="20px" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> 22 Mount Tom Rd, New Rochelle NY </span> </td> <td style="width: 50%; text-align: right;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> $399,000 </span> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #F8F8F8; padding: 20px 20px 20px 20px;"> <div style="float: left; width: 50%;"> &lt;!-- Replace Main Image And Link --&gt; <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3113272&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank"> <img src="http://imageserver.1parkplace.com/Wpmls/extracted/3113272_1.jpg" style="height: 288px; width: 384px;"><br> <img src="http://tools.1parkplace.com/mlswizard/images/system/btn.moreimages.gif" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle;"> Click here to see more images </a> <br><br><br> <strong>Contact Information</strong> <hr style="color: #6B4129; width: 300px;"> <ul> <li> Donald Reich, MBA </li> <li> Phone: (914)600-6045 | Cell: (914)260-2518 </li> <li> <a href="mailto:dreich@prucentennial.com">dreich@prucentennial.com</a> </li> <li> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">www.reichrealestate.com</a> </li> <li style="display: none;"> </li> </ul> </div> <div style="float: left; width: 45%;"> <strong>3 Bedroom &bull; 1.5 Bath &bull; Single Family</strong><br> <hr style="color: #6B4129;"> <br> <table cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2"> <tr> <td>Year Built:</td> <td>1947</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Sq Footage:</td> <td>1456</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bedrooms:</td> <td>3</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bathrooms:</td> <td>1 Full, 1 Half</td> </tr> <tr> &lt;!-- Replace Property Details --&gt; <td> <br> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/info.png" border="0"> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3113272&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank">Full Details ...</a> </td> <td style="padding-left: 15px;"> <br> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/map.jpg" border="0"> <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?t=h&amp;q=22+Mount+Tom+Rd%2cNew+Rochelle%2c+10805" target="_blank"> Map Location ... </a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br> <div style="display: block;"> <strong>Property Description</strong><br> <hr style="color: #6B4129;"> <p> Cute colonial on oversized lot with expansion possibilities. A perfect home to grow into! Great location, walk to schools. Large living room, formal dining room. Generous sized masterbedroom upstairs. Partially finished basement, patio and huge yard perfect for summer entertaining. <br></p> <hr> <br><strong>Estimated Tax:</strong> $12991 / 2011<br> </div> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/mlsearch.jpg" border="0"> </a> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="70px" style="padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" width="934px"> <div style="float: left; width: 50%; padding: 10px 0px 0px 20px;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> Listing Courtesy of Prudential Centennial Realty </span> </div> <div style="float: left; width: 45%; text-align: right;"> <a href="http://www.1parkplace.com" target="_blank"> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/poweredby_img2.png" border="0"> </a> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> &copy; 2011 Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities. An independently owned and operated broker member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial company. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Used under license. Equal Housing Opportunity. </td> </tr> </table> </td> &lt;!-- End Posting Container --&gt; </tr> </table> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:37:09 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2268808/cute-3-bedroom-colonial-with-oversized-yard-in-new-rochelle-ny http://activerain.com/blogsview/2268758/westchester-county-foreclosures-and-inventory <p><strong>Westchester</strong><strong> County</strong><strong> Foreclosures and Inventory</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Foreclosures are available in greater numbers than they have ever been. Although this is definitely a sad situation for those who are impacted by foreclosure, it does appear that the Westchester&nbsp;foreclosure activity has not caused any serious damage in terms of excess inventory or further depressed the pricing structure of our local residential real estate market for the remaining homes in inventory. &nbsp;</p> <p>Many statistics we see reflect the national real estate market, not the local real estate market. Though it is true, nationally there is continued cause for concern about backlogged processing of foreclosed properties as well as those homes in which owners have fallen behind in their payments, but they are yet-to-be-filed for foreclosure actions. Here, in Westchester, we find our market is improving.&nbsp;</p> <p>Foreclosure filings on at the Westchester County Clerk's office reflected a 50 percent decline in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to 2009. Many foreclosure filings in our area are resolved through the short sale process. Realtors who are active in this submarket, like Prudential Centennial Realty, will yield lower sales prices than those we would see in a normal transaction. However, this fact does not necessarily mean there was a loss of value among the unimpaired properties on the market.</p> <p>Even more good news for the Westchester New York real estate market is that as we closed out the year 2010, there were 5,703 total Westchester NY homes for sale. That's 6 percent more homes in our inventory than at the end of 2009. Inventory has steadily-albeit slowly-increased since 2007. In the past 12 months the co-op/condo segment has contributed to a lot of our inventory accumulation as many first time home buyers and moderate income buyers still remain cautious about entering the home owner market. Overall, though, Westchester County NY inventory is not at all excessive. In fact, the current inventory is at about the same level as it was in 2005-2006 before the recession took hold. &nbsp;</p> <p>What does this all mean to you?&nbsp;</p> <p>That's easy, if you are looking to buy or sell a home, it is more important than ever to get the help of a professional Realtor. At <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Prudential Centennial Realty</a>, we understand the ever-changing real estate market of today and are here to help you understand it too.&nbsp;</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:59:30 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2268758/westchester-county-foreclosures-and-inventory http://activerain.com/blogsview/2265914/westchester-county-spca-walk-a-thon <p><strong>Westchester</strong><strong> County SPCA</strong><strong> Walk-a-Thon and Pet Fair</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>When: April 30, 2011</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Where: FDR State Park</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Special Note: If you can't make it - we encourage you and your pet to become a Virtual Walker Online! Cats are welcome to join our Virtual Walk too!</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Spring has sprung in our area - and soon so will the puppies and kittens! Join the Westchester County SPCA in one of their most exciting fundraising events of the year, the Westchester County SPCA Walk-a-Thon and Pet Fair! If you own Westchester New York real estate, or if you're shopping for a home in Westchester County, this is an event to watch.</p> <p>Your participation will help save the life of a homeless animal just by registering and collecting pledges.&nbsp;Sharing the message will help educate others about spay and neuter programs and the many cats and dogs waiting for a forever home in our area.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Top Dog Fundraiser will win an awesome 1 week vacation! Spend your week away petting your pet on a lake front property on Indian Lake in the Adirondacks! Other prizes for top fundraisers will include one full year of free pet grooming compliments of PAWfection or a $1,000 gift card to Bob's Discount Furniture. There will be lots more prizes to win too!&nbsp;</p> <p>You can also help support the annual fundraiser by becoming a Sponsor or Vendor. (Email: <a href="mailto:lisa@spca914.org">lisa@spca914.org</a>)&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What to expect at the Walk-a-Thon &amp; Pet Fair</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Enjoy some social time with other animal lovers while your pet gets to know a few new friends as well.&nbsp;</p> <p>Tara Rosenblum with News 12 Westchester will cut the official rawhide race start ribbon.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Then, you will have to high-tail it with your buddy through the 2.5 mile walk.&nbsp;</p> <p>After that, spend your day with your beloved pet enjoying live music from Kacey of 100.7 WHUD, enjoy some great eats, play some games, work on crafts with your kids and shop in our vendor village! &nbsp;</p> <p>From there, head home with your pooped out pet knowing you did a good deed for a great cause!&nbsp;</p> <p>Here at <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Prudential Centennial Realty</a>, we would like to say thank you to all of the many volunteers and board members of the SPCA who help to make Westchester County a better place to call home.&nbsp;If you are looking for a home in Lower Westchester, feel free to <a href="#mce_temp_url#">browse my website</a> or call me at 914-260-2518.</p> <p>For more information: <a href="http://www.spca914.org">http://www.spca914.org</a> or <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com">http://www.reichrealestate.com</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 27 Apr 2011 13:13:13 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2265914/westchester-county-spca-walk-a-thon http://activerain.com/blogsview/2256737/how-to-price-a-home-to-sell <p><strong>How to Price Homes to Sell in the <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Westchester NY Real Estate Market</a></strong><a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/category/westchester-ny-real-estate-market-report/" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a></p> <p>We all know the economy has hit the residential real estate market in Westchester County NY hard - not as hard as many other cities, but it has definitely made an impact.&nbsp; Many people are now confused about pricing their homes for sale.&nbsp;The best way to figure out your home's value in today's market is to speak to a Westchester County NY licensed real estate professional.&nbsp;It's important that you also do a bit of research on your own so that you can make informed decisions regarding the pricing of your home.&nbsp;</p> <p>Our area's real estate price trends over 2010 have been quite complicated.&nbsp; The highest median sale price recorded in Westchester County was in the third quarter of 2007, when the median was $730,000.&nbsp;Ever since, we have seen the prices fall to the most recent low point, which was in the first quarter of 2009 at $532,000.&nbsp; Since then we have seen the prices improve when, surprisingly, in the third quarter of 2010 in the midst of recession, a new record median of $730,250 was reached.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;Does this mean the value of every home in our area is coming up that drastically?&nbsp; It'd be great, but that is not the case.&nbsp;</p> <p>The erratic prices we saw trending in 2010 didn't have much to do with appreciation, depreciation, or even foreclosures.&nbsp; In Westchester County NY we saw a large ratio of high-end ($1M +) homes selling. That threw our median off a bit.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sales of high end homes accounted for 23 percent of the total sales in 2008, then fell off in 2009 to only 17 percent of all sales.&nbsp;It bounced back again in 2010 to 28 percent, this resulted in a new record high median of $730,250.00.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;As the last few years have taught us all, things can change fast.&nbsp; And, in the fourth quarter of 2010, the high end market only represented 16 percent of all closed homes in Westchester County NY. This means the median home price in our area fell back to $576,500 by the end of 2010.&nbsp;The median sale price at the close of the year stood about 3 percent above the 2009 level, which can be attributed to actual home appreciation rather than statistical artifact.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What does this all mean to you?</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong></strong></p> <p>If you are<a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank"> looking to buy or sell a home </a>it is more important than ever to get the help of a professional Realtor.&nbsp; At Prudential Centennial Realty, we understand the ever-changing real estate market and are here to help you understand it too.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="#mce_temp_url#">&nbsp;Contact&nbsp;me</a> for assistance in pricing your Westchester NY home for sale! Looking for a great home to buy?</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:09:09 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2256737/how-to-price-a-home-to-sell http://activerain.com/blogsview/2242609/back-on-the-market-4-family-house-in-mt-vernon-close-to-shopping-metro-north <table border="0" cellpadding="60" style="width: 100%; height: 100%; font-family: Georgia, Serif;"> <tr> <td> <table cellspacing="0" border="0" cellpadding="0" style="text-align: left;" width="934px"> <tr> <td height="70px" width="934px"> <table cellpadding="20px" width="100%"> <tr> <td style="width: 50%;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> &lt;!-- Replace Address --&gt; 147 E Prospect Ave, Mount Vernon NY </span> </td> <td style="width: 50%; text-align: right;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> &lt;!-- Replace Price --&gt; $699,000 </span> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="background-color: #F8F8F8; padding: 20px 20px 20px 20px;"> <div style="float: left; width: 50%;"> &lt;!-- Replace Main Image And Link --&gt; <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3111295&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank"> <img src="http://imageserver.1parkplace.com/Wpmls/extracted/3111295_1.jpg" style="height: 288px; width: 384px;"><br> <img src="http://tools.1parkplace.com/mlswizard/images/system/btn.moreimages.gif" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle;"> Click here to see more images </a> <br><br><br> <strong>Contact Information</strong> <hr style="color: #6B4129; width: 300px;"> <ul> <li> Donald Reich </li> <li> Phone: (914)600-6045 | Cell: (914)260-2518 </li> <li> <a href="mailto:dreich@prucentennial.com">dreich@prucentennial.com</a> </li> <li> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">www.reichrealestate.com</a> </li> <li style="display: none;"> </li> </ul> </div> <div style="float: left; width: 45%;"> <strong>N/A Bedroom &bull; N/A Bath &bull; Single Family</strong><br> <hr style="color: #6B4129;"> <br> <table cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2"> <tr> <td>Year Built:</td> <td>1920</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Sq Footage:</td> <td>5000</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bedrooms:</td> <td>N/A</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Bathrooms:</td> <td>N/A</td> </tr> <tr> <td> <br> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/info.png" border="0"> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm?cirrusServiceID=225&amp;listingID=3111295&amp;mlsID=58" target="_blank">Full Details ...</a> </td> <td style="padding-left: 15px;"> <br> &lt;!-- Replace Google Map Link --&gt; <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/map.jpg" border="0"> <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?t=h&amp;q=147+E+Prospect+Ave%2cMount+Vernon%2c+10550" target="_blank"> Map Location ... </a> </td> </tr> </table> <br><br> <div style="display: block;"> <strong>Property Description</strong><br> <hr style="color: #6B4129;"> &lt;!-- Replace Agent Remarks --&gt; <p> Great 4 Family Home. Excellent location. 3 units rented, 1 vacancy. Driveway with 9 parking spots for extra income. Great Location. Walk to Metro North &amp; Shopping. Priced to sell! <br></p> <hr> <br><strong>Estimated Tax:</strong> $20993 / 2009<br> </div> <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000366749.htm" target="_blank"> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/mlsearch.jpg" border="0"> </a> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td height="70px" style="padding: 0px 10px 0px 0px;" width="934px"> <div style="float: left; width: 50%; padding: 10px 0px 0px 20px;"> <span style="color: #F8F8F8;"> Listing Courtesy of Prudential Centennial Realty </span> </div> <div style="float: left; width: 45%; text-align: right;"> <a href="http://www.1parkplace.com" target="_blank"> <img src="http://boss.1parkplace.com/craigslist/templates/blue/images/poweredby_img2.png" border="0"> </a> </div> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> &copy; 2011 Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities. An independently owned and operated broker member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial company. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the Rock symbol are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Used under license. Equal Housing Opportunity. </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:59:56 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2242609/back-on-the-market-4-family-house-in-mt-vernon-close-to-shopping-metro-north http://activerain.com/blogsview/2240098/now-is-the-best-time-to-buy <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <b style=""><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; color: #C00000;">Now Is The BEST Time To Buy</span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Westchester County, NY</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">To put it simply, prices are down, interest rates are low. It&rsquo;s a great time to buy. Do I see prices going up in the near future? Probably not (although you never know). Prices might even go down a little bit. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Even though interest rates are starting to rise, and are well off their lows, rates are still down significantly compared to recent years.<span style=""> </span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In other words, prices are clearly closer to the bottom then they are to the top. Interest rates are closer to the low than the high.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Many buyers are still nervous about the real estate market, and want to wait it out. They will wait and wait till prices start rising. By then, they will have missed out. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Think about the logic here: buy when prices are down, or buy when prices are up? <b style="">It&rsquo;s a no brainer &ndash; now is the BEST time to buy!</b></span></p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Mon, 11 Apr 2011 16:36:54 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2240098/now-is-the-best-time-to-buy http://activerain.com/blogsview/2231308/new-500-000-income-limit-for-basic-star-property-tax-exemption <p>In New York State, the Basic STAR Property Tax Exemption now has an income limit of $500,000. So if you earn MORE than this amount, you will no longer be eligible for the STAR.</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/uploads/00000048525/STAR%20exemption.pdf" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> </strong>for more information on the new limitations</p> <p>Feel free to contact me with any questions</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:44:28 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2231308/new-500-000-income-limit-for-basic-star-property-tax-exemption http://activerain.com/blogsview/2230088/i-heard-you-sold-your-house- <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>I Heard You Sold Your House</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong></strong><br><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/xLGDAU3hHWw?version=3" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" height="390" width="640"></embed><br><br><strong>Donny Reich, Prudential Centennial<br>914-260-2518<br></strong><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/"><strong>http://www.reichrealestate.com</strong></a></p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 05 Apr 2011 22:53:07 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2230088/i-heard-you-sold-your-house- http://activerain.com/blogsview/2229712/events-in-pelham-ny <p><strong>Pelham</strong><strong> NY</strong><strong> - Events to Put in Your Calendar</strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>2011 Relay for Life of <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/pelham-ny-homes/" target="_blank">Pelham NY</a></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;The American Cancer Society has strived for several decades to provide funding and resources for cancer research and to support cancer patients, survivors and their families.&nbsp; In today's world, it is difficult to find anyone that has not been touched by cancer.</p> <p>&nbsp;Isn't it about time we all ban together to help find a cure and support those who are struggling, or thankfully, have even beaten cancer?&nbsp; Wouldn't it be nice to stamp out the C word from our vocabularies completely?&nbsp; Here's your chance to participate in making this dream a reality Pelham NY!&nbsp; Sign up for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/pelham-ny-homes/" target="_blank">Pelham, NY </a>on June 4, 6 p.m. through June 5, 6 a.m. at Glover Field.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;This could be the most life changing 12 hours of your life - and very well could mean life for one of our many benefactors.&nbsp; The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is an event that gathers people in communities around our great nation for the opportunity to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones who have lost their battle to cancer, and to fight back against this terrible disease.&nbsp; At the Relay for Life, teams of people will camp out and take turns walking or running in honor of cancer patients/survivors/lost ones everywhere!&nbsp; Each team will have a member participating at all times, for the entire 12 hours.&nbsp; Why?&nbsp; Because cancer never sleeps.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;Though every Relay for Life may differ, there are traditions that are the same no matter what location you are in.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Celebrate - The Survivors Lap</strong></p> <p>This is what kicks off every event.&nbsp; The Survivors Lap is an inspirational time when survivors are incited to lead the trek together to help everyone celebrate the victories they have achieved over cancer.&nbsp; It's an emotional way to show that Relay participants really are helping to create a world where we are cancer free.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Remember - The Luminaria Ceremony</strong></p> <p>The lap is one of the most touching throughout the relay.&nbsp; After dark, participants honor those who have been touched by cancer and those whom we have lost.&nbsp; Candles are lit inside bags filled with sand, each one bearing the name of a person touched by cancer.&nbsp; Often, participants walk this lap in silence.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Fight Back - The Fight Back Ceremony</strong></p> <p>To close the event, there is the Fight Back Ceremony.&nbsp; This is where you can make a personal commitment to save lives by taking up the fight against cancer.&nbsp;</p> <p>No matter where you are, there's a place for you at relay for Life.&nbsp; Sign up for the Pelham 2011 Relay for Life by emailing:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:sarah.hess@cancer.org">sarah.hess@cancer.org</a>.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Prudential Centennial Realty</a> Cares</strong></p> <p>It is community events like this one that make <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/pelham-ny-homes/" target="_blank">Pelham, NY </a>and the surrounding communities so endearing to the people who live here. If you are looking for a Pelham home for sale, or if you have a home for sale in or&nbsp;near&nbsp;Pelham, <a href="mailto:dreich@prucentennial.com" target="_blank">contact me</a> today. We're working every day to make your real estate network and your community stronger than ever.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:56:10 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2229712/events-in-pelham-ny http://activerain.com/blogsview/2229374/why-move-to-ardsley <p><strong>There are so many reasons to move to Ardsley, NY!&nbsp; </strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you want to move to <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/ardsley-ny-homes/">Ardsley, NY</a>, our real estate listings are great-but there's much more to Ardsley than quality homes for sale.&nbsp;</p> <p>Part of the attraction to Ardsley is its varied commerce. In Ardsley we have one local business called LIFE-The Place to Be, and it really is!&nbsp;In these tough times, it's hard to chase the American dream, but Steven and Sharon Zuckerman have created a little slice of the American dream in Westchester County NY.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>LIFE-The Place to Be is a 29,000 square-food special events and family fun center.&nbsp; Some of the services and features of the facility include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Full service catering by Abigail Kirsch&nbsp; </li> <li>Casual buffet menu provided by LIFE &nbsp; </li> <li>Events accommodations for 30 to 500+ people&nbsp; </li> <li>Ceremony site available on premises&nbsp; </li> <li>Kosher catering available&nbsp; </li> <li>All event essentials are included -tables, chairs, china etc.&nbsp; </li> <li>No need for rentals </li> <li>Permanently installed plasma &amp; projection screens&nbsp; </li> <li>4 Mini AMF bowling alleys&nbsp; </li> <li>Rock climbing wall&nbsp; </li> <li>Laser tag&nbsp; </li> <li>3,000 square feet of high-end arcade games&nbsp; </li> <li>Located minutes from the Tappan Zee Bridge &amp; 15 miles north of NYC&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>Prior to its redevelopment by the innovative team, LIFE-The Place to Be was actually industrial space.&nbsp;Hard to believe when you look at it now.&nbsp;The space itself reflects the creativity of its creators, and truly sets the bar for any contemporary event.&nbsp;</p> <p>Providing all modern amenities including wireless internet, permanently installed plasma and projection screens, LED lighting technology, and a state-of-the-art sound system, is just the start to making sure whatever you plan in LIFE will be nothing short of spectacular.</p> <p>LIFE offers an abundance of fun for all ages; arcade games, AMF Mini-Bowling, Laser Tag and a climbing&nbsp;wall are just a few of the many possibilities.&nbsp; The space offers activities for kids&nbsp;and adults with a separate ultra lounge area for adults to enjoy cocktails.&nbsp;</p> <p>What's the best part about <a href="http://lifetheplacetobe.com/" target="_blank">LIFE-The Place to Be</a>?&nbsp; It's open to everyone!&nbsp; They offer memberships, parties, day fun and more.&nbsp; Plus, by checking out their online calendar, you can track specials, events and more.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>As for us here at <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Prudential Centennial Realty,</a> we're just glad to list LIFE-The Place to Be as yet another reason to investigate Ardsley Real Estate! Another great resourse for Westchester information is <a href="http://www.westchestermagazine.com/" target="_blank">Westchester Magazine</a>.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:29:49 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2229374/why-move-to-ardsley http://activerain.com/blogsview/2226909/residential-real-estate-in-westchester-ny-fact-vs-fiction <p><strong>Residential Real Estate in Westchester NY Fact vs. Fiction</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>In these trying times, it is easy to get caught up in the negative information we all hear about the residential real estate market.&nbsp; With record lows in many areas of the country, these stories seem to be taking top billing.</p> <p>The truth is, in 2010 the Westchester residential real estate market saw an encouraging 13 percent year over year increase in sales over 2009.&nbsp; Granted, 2010 did not see as dramatic a raise over 2008. However, 2010 residential real estate figures did see a 1 percent increase over 2008.&nbsp; This is good news!!&nbsp;</p> <p>The Westchester Putnam Association of Realtors, Inc. posted 5,586 residential transactions for Westchester County NY in 2010.&nbsp; In fact, Westchester County posted exceptional reports of 4,014 house sales which is just under 20 percent growth in sales over 2009.&nbsp; Additionally, condo sales in Westchester County showed an increase of 14 percent over 2009.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>The year overall, was a strange composite impacted greatly by the first-time home buyers tax credit.&nbsp;The first half of the year, and specifically the second quarter, saw double digit growth in sales compared to 2009 statistics.&nbsp;This was a wonderful rejuvenation of our market, and the real estate industry as a whole was very optimistic.&nbsp;Initially, the first-time home buyer's tax credit required homes to be signed by April 30 and closed by June 30. Though the credit was extended to September 30, this did result in a boom of sales of condos and cooperatives, which, here in Westchester County are appealing to first time home buyers as they are generally more affordable.&nbsp; The single family housing market did benefit as well, though not to the same extreme.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>Once the credit had ended, third quarter sales were reported at 5 percent less than the previous year, and fourth quarter sales took a major hit at 25 percent below 2009.&nbsp; All-in-all however, a 13 percent increase is to be celebrated.&nbsp; &nbsp;There is a wealth of information provided to consumers on <a href="http://www.westchester.com/news/westchesternews/real-estate.html" target="_blank">real estate news about Westchester NY</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>Looking ahead, there are many issues in 2011, which should drive buyers to our market. Those include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Mortgage interest rates are still low, averaging 5% (or less) for a 30 year fixed loan.&nbsp; </li> <li>Foreclosures are becoming more manageable, and at a less threatening level for Westchester County NY.&nbsp; </li> <li>Our current residential inventory offers a wide variety of choice to home buyers.&nbsp; </li> <li>Home prices are now 8 - 15 percent from the top of the market in 2006-2007.&nbsp; </li> <li>Local unemployment rates are steadily dropping, albeit slowly, but we did see a one half percentage drop from the beginning of 2010 to the end of 2010.&nbsp; </li> <li>The Dow Jones Industrial Average has seen a gain of about 10 percent over the past year, and continuing increases are expected in 2011.&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>Considering all of this information, it is easy to dispel the negative and start to focus on the facts.&nbsp;Westchester NY realtors want our local residential real estate buyers and sellers to know, things are starting to look better here in Westchester County.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>Here at Prudential Centennial Realty, we want to help you focus on the facts.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">Visit my website</a>, or contact me today and we'll share more good news with you.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:00:06 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2226909/residential-real-estate-in-westchester-ny-fact-vs-fiction http://activerain.com/blogsview/2217411/hastings-on-hudson-powered-by-historic-river-energy <p><strong>Hastings-On-Hudson</strong><strong> Powered by Historic River Energy</strong></p> <p>The historic Hudson River flows through Westchester County and with it, an inexplicable energy that feeds River Towns born along its edges.</p> <p>Hastings-On-Hudson is among the River Towns that have taken that energy and shaped it into thriving communities. The majesty of the river and the aesthetic power drawn along the Hudson's wooded banks helped create life here once. Now the river sustains it.</p> <p>Just north of Yonkers and south of Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-On-Hudson NY is one of the original River Towns and a favorite of artists of all kinds through generations (perhaps because of the magnificent views there, or maybe because of the historic ambiance that embraces the human spirit). With the Manhattan skyline for a backdrop, the view from this quaint village is unbelievable. The George Washington Bridge sprawls over the mighty river and is in plain view-almost making the vision seem surreal.</p> <p>In 2008 <em>Westchester Magazine</em> gave Hastings-on-Hudson an award for having the "Best Main Street" in the county. The community's secret? It's simple. History. History is what binds this River Town's past to its future. You see, futuristic people feel grounded among the structures (most built around 1900) and in the knowledge the community will thrive on foundation built by hands throughout the ages.</p> <p>Croton-On-Hudson capitalizes on its history and encourages locals and residents to embark on a self-guided historic walking tour known as Museum in the Streets. When you buy a Croton-on-Hudson home, you are buying a piece of the past. There are 32 historic sites on the walking tour.</p> <p>There are so many delightful scenes made possible by the river here. Locals love to picnic at MacEachron Waterfront Park. Kayaking is a favorite sport here too. We at Prudential Centennial can't wait to tell you about all of the Rivertowns that wind along this life-giving river's beautiful banks.</p> <p>If you are looking for a home to buy in<a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/hastings-on-hudson-ny-homes/"> Hastings-On-Hudson&nbsp;NY</a>-or, if you want to sell your <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/hastings-on-hudson-ny-homes/">Hastings-On-Hudson </a>home-let Prudential Centennial Realty empower you with the strength of our local and worldwide network of real estate professionals, home buyers, and home sellers. No home sale or purchase is more important than yours.</p> <p>Learn more about Hastings-On-Hudson homes and the general area by following this link. <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/hastings-on-hudson-ny-homes/">Hastings-On-Hudson</a>.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:03:24 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2217411/hastings-on-hudson-powered-by-historic-river-energy http://activerain.com/blogsview/2217285/dobbs-ferry-farmers-market-a-sure-sign-of-spring <p><strong>Dobbs Ferry Farmers Market a Sure Sign of Spring</strong></p> <p>Just step outside and breathe that air! Signs of spring are everywhere and one of our favorite signs is the return of the Dobbs Ferry NY Farmers Market!</p> <p>Dobbs Ferry is among the historic Hudson River Towns nestled along the east bank. It's just north of Hastings-On-Hudson and just south of Irvington. Don't get us wrong ... winters here are absolutely stunning. But we miss the Farmers Market when our world is covered with snow and ice. Fridays are about to come to life.</p> <p>The Dobbs Ferry Farmers Market begins March 18 and will operate every Friday throughout the summer and on into fall. Be there by 10 a.m. to get the best goods! The market will remain open until 4 p.m. You'll find this fresh event on the corner of Cedar Street and Main Street. If you lived in a Dobbs Ferry home, you'd practically already be there.</p> <p>Prudential Centennial Realty licensed professionals are among the most experienced when it comes to helping people buy and sell homes along the river front. Dobbs Ferry NY homes are particularly popular due to a thriving community that flows as smoothly as the mighty Hudson.</p> <p>Contact Prudential Centennial Realty today for assistance in finding your dream home or selling your Dobbs Ferry home. We have a powerful worldwide network of buyers, sellers, and Realtors.</p> <p>To learn more about the charming River Town of <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/dobbs-ferry-ny-homes/">Dobbs Ferry NY</a>, follow this link!</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:51:48 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2217285/dobbs-ferry-farmers-market-a-sure-sign-of-spring http://activerain.com/blogsview/2215102/kudo-s-to-greenburgh- <p><strong>Kudos to Greenburgh NY's Management of Town Resources</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;If you're looking for an affluent New York community that's as prudent with its spending as you are in these tumultuous economic times, look to Greenburgh &nbsp;NY.</p> <p>&nbsp;In 2010 <em>Money Magazine</em> ranked Greenburgh among America's most wealthy communities. Located in Westchester County, 89,604 residents enjoy a median annual family income of about $127,376. The median Greenburgh home price in town shrouded by history is only $518,750, according to <em>Money's</em> 2010 report.</p> <p>&nbsp;"One of a handful of communities with a AAA bond rating from Moody's and Standard &amp; Poor's, local government keeps taxes low and spends money where it counts," <em>CNNMoney.com</em> reported online.</p> <p>Among the town's attributes cited by Money Magazine is the Dial Democracy program that allows residents to attend Town Board meetings via telephone! Service to residents seems to be a priority here and that lends to the strong ties between wonderfully diverse citizens.</p> <p><strong>Greenburgh Homes Close to Country's Heart</strong></p> <p>Greenburgh real estate is prime thanks in part to its close proximity to the heart of Manhattan. Many professionals enjoy the easy 20-mile commute to the cultural center of the world. The buzz of the big city with famous historic sites, professional sports, Broadway theatre and exquisite dining is attractive to high-energy professionals. But then, so is the somewhat subdued lifestyle in this well-to-do suburb where friendly neighborhoods and sprawling country estates are all a part of the lush landscape.</p> <p>With well-managed coffers, this town takes full advantage of the natural environment maintaining manicured parks and large tracts of dense woods. The infrastructure here is solid thanks to the foresight of town leadership and careful planning.</p> <p>Many Greenburgh NY homes reflect the Revolutionary War period in the area's history. These historically significant properties add to the area's ambiance. Beautifully-preserved cemeteries, buildings, bridges and other structures make the colorful past come alive.</p> <p>Art exhibits and museums speak to the community's commitment to culture and education. In fact, many area schools are widely recognized for excellence in education. The quality of education is among the top reasons people buy Greenburgh homes.</p> <p><strong>Let Donny Reich of Prudential Centennial Show You Around</strong></p> <p>Prudential Centennial agents specialize in helping people buy and sell Greenburgh homes. If you are shopping for the perfect home in this community, contact us today. Have a home to sell in Greenburgh? Our powerful professional network will be with you all the way.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:28:43 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2215102/kudo-s-to-greenburgh- http://activerain.com/blogsview/2206761/what-s-your-home-worth-prudential-centennial-s-2010-market-report <p>Are you ready to get off the real estate roller coaster ride? At Prudential Centennial Realty we don't have the power to stop the roller coaster, but you can feel assured we watch every single up and down movement with deep interest. You see, there is no bad real estate market. Some fluctuations lend themselves to a buyers' market and others reward sellers.</p> <p>As licensed real estate professionals, we take the charge of staying informed seriously. We insist on having answers when our clients come to us with questions about every community in our coverage area. That's just one of the reasons we produced "2010 ... A Comprehensive Guide to the Year in Real Estate." This publication delivers a complete review of sales in your neighborhood, market statistics, and makes some predictions for 2011.</p> <p>If you have a&nbsp;home to sell in New Rochelle&nbsp;or if you want to buy a home in Scarsdale, or if you're interested in property in White Plains, this publication is a must read.</p> <p>You can get a copy of our free publication online <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000368581.htm" title="Market Report 2010 " target="_blank">2010 Market Report</a>.&nbsp; It's easy to download and ridiculously easy to read. This publication is created for home buyers and home sellers in Westchester County who care about making informed decisions about property sales and purchases.</p> <p>Our report could be worth thousands of dollars to you. The complete market summary is written by Prudential Centennial Realty and is based on data from the Empire Access Multiple Listing Service. The information is broken out in each area by elementary schools for an up-close look at each and every neighborhood.</p> <p>Prudential Centennial Realty is serious about helping you find your&nbsp;Westchester home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Please, review this important <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com/3/W0000019719/P0000368581.htm" target="_blank">market report</a> and feel free to contact&nbsp;us with any questions or comments</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Thu, 24 Mar 2011 22:40:33 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2206761/what-s-your-home-worth-prudential-centennial-s-2010-market-report http://activerain.com/blogsview/2204617/westchester-county-park-receives-grant <p><strong>Westchester County Park Receives Grant</strong></p> <p>Just in time to celebrate Spring - the Westchester County NY Parks department has found a friend in Con Edison.&nbsp; With some 18,000 acres of county parkland to maintain, County Parks Commissioner, Kathleen O'Conner was very appreciative of the $15,000 grant from Con Edison.&nbsp; The grant was provided by the company's on-going green initiatives.&nbsp;</p> <p>The announcement came on Friday March 11, 2011 from Sandra Miller, Director of Public Affairs for Con Edison.&nbsp; "Con Edison has a long-established tradition of contributing to and maintaining the social, cultural, and economic vitality of our service areas.&nbsp; To do this, we've committed ourselves to supporting organizations whose activities advance strong, viable and stable communities.&nbsp; We are happy to support the environmental programs of Westchester County Parks Department with this grant," Miller said.</p> <p>Interestingly, the electric giant has also long been a pivotal community partner for much of New York.&nbsp; In fact, in 2008 the Scenic Hudson area received a $45,000 grant from them for land-preservation and an environmental group to help create new waterfront parks and enhance public access to the Hudson River in Westchester County.</p> <p>Since then, there have been countless other donations from small to large, as well as the many volunteer hours employees of Con Edison have dedicated to the county's parks and recreation.</p> <p>Kathleen O'Conner said, "Public/private partnerships like the one we have with Con Edison help us to provide valuable environmental education programs to the public and to responsibly manage the natural resources in our 18,000 acres of parkland.&nbsp; This grant is a clear demonstration of Con Edison's strong commitment to the environmental vitality of the community."&nbsp;</p> <p>What many community members may not know is that the list of endangered species in Westchester County includes many, many plants, insects, amphibians, reptiles and a few mammals.&nbsp; The funding from this grant in particular, will be ear-marked for endangered species research, as well as supporting educational topics on sustainability and green living.&nbsp; The grant will also aide with the county's Children's Summer Ecology program and the Conversations on Conservation Caf&eacute;' series.</p> <p>Additionally, it is worth noting other programs will be funded to teach backyard bird-watching and habitat maintenance.&nbsp; Birds have been the most affected in terms of endangerment in Westchester County.&nbsp;</p> <p>Kudos to Con Edison for being such a responsible Community Partner!!&nbsp; And, don't forget to check out Westchester County Parks this season!</p> <p>Click this link for&nbsp;additional information on<a href="http://www.westchestergov.com/parks/NatureCenters05/EndangeredSpecies/EndangeredSpeciesList.pdf" target="_blank"> Endangered species of Westchester County</a>, For&nbsp;information&nbsp;grant go to <a href="http://www.friendsofwestchesterparks.com/" target="_blank">Friends of Westchester Parks</a>.</p> <p>Partnerships and programs like these are just part of what makes buying a Westchester County home so great. If you need help finding a Westchester County home, or if you have a home to sell in Westchester County, <a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">contact me today</a>!</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Wed, 23 Mar 2011 21:54:27 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2204617/westchester-county-park-receives-grant http://activerain.com/blogsview/2201808/westchester-ny-residential-market-summary-2010-review <h3 id="post-1570">&lt;!----&gt; </h3><p>&nbsp;<strong>Westchester</strong><strong> NY Residential Market Summary - 2010 Review</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;<strong><em>The News... 2010 was a welcome relief from the dismal real estate market of 2009. </em></strong></p> <ul> <li>Overall sales volume was up from last year's poor results. This was due, in part, to federal tax incentives initiated in 2009, as well as pent up demand for housing. Many buyers who wanted or needed housing bought a home in 2010. </li> <li>On average, sales prices have remained fairly steady with prices still hovering around the pre-boom years. </li> <li>Mortgage rates continue to remain at historic lows. Although these rates bounced around during 2010, market experts agree that rates are not anticipated to dramatically change during 2011.&nbsp; </li> <li>Per the Westchester County Clerks office, the number of foreclosure filings in Westchester decreased approximately 20% from an all time high of 3,113 units recorded in 2009 -but total filings in 2010 were still above 2008 levels of 2,206 units. </li> <li>National &amp; local indicators (<em>such as: corporate earnings, unemployment rates and equity markets</em>) show signs of an improving economy. This has helped to stem any further deterioration in consumer confidence and home buying initiative. </li> <li>The real estate market continues to be a Buyers' Market - what affects a buyer's decision to invest in a home directly affects a seller and their ability to sell a home. </li> <li>The market was "choppy" based on factors affecting a buyers' decision (i.e., job security, mortgage rates, consumer confidence, etc) - buyers remain extremely price conscious. </li> <li>Buyers continue to actively search for homes on the internet using a variety of websites (<em>some estimates show that over 90% of buyers initiate their search for a home on the internet</em>). They are extremely knowledgeable, tracking homes coming onto the market; monitoring inventory and price decreases. </li> </ul> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:07:54 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2201808/westchester-ny-residential-market-summary-2010-review http://activerain.com/blogsview/2199887/scarsdale-real-estate <p><strong>Real Estate&nbsp; - REAL Buyers for REAL Sellers</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Though the economy has hit the real estate industry the hardest by far, real estate seems to have taken a step forward in the last quarter of 2010.&nbsp; Granted, the step may have been a baby-step, but any forward momentum should be met with optimism.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>In fact, the year 2010 was a year that the real estate industry as a whole would like to forget, unfortunately, Scarsdale was not impervious to this slump.&nbsp;&nbsp; 2010 was all about change for the residential market.&nbsp; New buyer and seller expectations in terms of pricing, foreclosures, short sales, various loan programs that have never been available before, government funds for buyers, and many times extended lengths of time to close were all concepts our marketplace faced over the past year.</p> <p>2011 is a year of anticipation, and optimism for many in the real estate industry.&nbsp; The financial sector has been making progress, and the New York City economy is expected to have a positive impact on Westchester County, and hopefully, Scarsdale in particular.&nbsp;</p> <p>Residential real estate in the coming year will be positively impacted by the relative job stability of our area, meaning income growth for potential buyers.&nbsp; Historically, these issues have impacted our real estate market in a positive way.&nbsp; The stability of our local business make up will inevitably draw new buyers to our market.&nbsp; Taking into consideration our economic stability and that many buyers are looking for that "Opportune Moment" to buy, and given the new expectations of buyers and sellers, Scarsdale is poised for forward momentum in our real estate market.</p> <p>The truth is, buyers have become more conservative and value driven than ever.&nbsp; These values will continue to drive the market, and are expected to result in an on-going, slow but steady, drive toward our middle market.&nbsp; This particular market segment can fill many needs in terms of land space, home size, design and overall manageability of the property by a small to average, dual working family household.&nbsp; Though it is true, in all price categories, buyers seem to be looking for definite signals from sellers that they are really serious about selling, and not waiting to foreclose or short sale.&nbsp; That signal is Realistic Pricing.&nbsp; Buyers, by definition, are looking to buy.&nbsp; The catch is; they are looking to buy from sellers that actually want to sell.&nbsp;</p> <p>Yes, the market is making a slow comeback.&nbsp; Sadly, we are still not fighting off buyers like we have in years past.&nbsp; For a healthy recovery for all of Scarsdale NY, and Westchester County, we all need to look at the market with a keen eye.</p> <p>Your Prudential Centennial Realty licensed professional can help you determine the best price for your home, or help you find the home that is best suited for you and your budget.&nbsp; Call upon them to give you experienced, expert advice about the Scarsdale housing market.&nbsp;</p> <p>Housing in Scarsdale NY&nbsp;is fully expected to continue on its path to recovery.&nbsp; And, though warmer weather will bring hot buyers, the good news is that we are off to a solid start right <strong>now</strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp;<a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com">http://www.reichrealestate.com</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:56:33 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2199887/scarsdale-real-estate http://activerain.com/blogsview/2198504/spring-summer-in-new-rochelle <p><strong>Soak Up Spring and Summer Sun at New Rochelle's Five Islands Park</strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Spring is in the air and its time to start planning the season's recreational outings. It's easy to shake winter off in New Rochelle, NY,&nbsp; especially at Five Islands Park.</p> <p>&nbsp;If you're planning to purchase a New Rochelle NY home, rest assured you'll find plenty of planned recreational activities here for the whole family.&nbsp; What's more, there are acres and acres of open space for your enjoyment throughout the community.</p> <p>Five Islands Park encompasses 15 acres of pure joy. Sunbather's flock to the beach to soak up the sun and watch gentle waves slap a sandy shoreline. There's a large grassy area here where children can run and play to their hearts' content. Families frequent the well-maintained picnic areas and pavilions not far from a large playground.</p> <p>Equipped with a beautiful outdoor amphitheater, Five Islands Park is a great place to enjoy spring and summer concerts. New Rochelle is proud of a wide array of barbecue pits, picnic tables, and benches perfect for nature lovers.&nbsp;</p> <p>Imagine living in a New Rochelle NY home where you have fast access to the pedestrian bridge that links Big and Little Harrison Islands to Oakwood Island. The park even features shuffleboard and horseshoe courts.</p> <p>&nbsp;Seeking a little solace? This is the perfect park in New Rochelle for nature walks. Be sure to watch for small wildlife along the way.</p> <p>Like to fish? You'll love the fishing dock on Big Harrison Island. There's a little something for everyone here.</p> <p>Five Islands Park is located just off LeFevre Lane in New Rochelle and it's open from sunrise to sunset.</p> <p>If you're looking for a New Rochelle home, or if you have a home to sell, contact your New Rochelle licensed real estate professionals at Prudential Centennial Realty. This community is just 16 miles from the heart of Manhattan.&nbsp; You can make the commute in just about 32 minutes on the Metro-North commuter railroad express line.</p> <p>Follow this link to learn more about <a href="http://prudentialcentennial.com/new-rochelle-ny-homes/">New Rochelle</a>.</p> <div class="agent_signature"> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/4/6/5/1/ar130074877115648.jpg" height="140" alt="" style="float: left;" width="100">Donald Reich</p> <p>Associate Broker, Prudential Centennial</p> <p>914-260-2518</p> <p><a href="http://www.reichrealestate.com" target="_blank">reichrealestate.com</a>&nbsp;* <a href="http://www.wykagylhomes.com" target="_blank">wykagylhomes.com</a></p> </div> Donald Reich (Prudential Centennial) Sun, 20 Mar 2011 20:38:02 -0700 http://activerain.com/blogsview/2198504/spring-summer-in-new-rochelle