hudson valley: Selling your Home in Today's Market: Is pricing it right really that important?
- 12/20/11 07:55 AM
In one of my recent posts I introduced to you How to Sell an Ulster County Home talking about what I feel are the most important things sellers need to do in order to sell their home in Ulster County, NY. Maybe you are selling a Hudson Valley home. At the end of the day it doesn't matter where you are selling, what does matter and what you are about to here Mr. & Mrs. Seller, are the realities and truths behind selling in today's ever-challenging market. It's how I see it, and I know this advice to hold true because my clients … (0 comments)
hudson valley: How to Sell an Ulster County, NY Home
- 12/17/11 07:07 AM
Selling homes in Ulster County isn't as easy as it used to be. Gone are the days in which anyone could put any seemingly appropriate price tag on a property and have it sell in the first couple weeks. Nowadays, it's a little bit more involved. Pricing your home right is crucial, but many factors today are restricting home sales and I'm not just talking about local limitations. National and even global economic troubles have plagued the housing industry for almost 4 years now. Even the political landscape here at home is affecting the market. Gridlock between parties and their inability to bring … (0 comments)
hudson valley: Cedar-Sided, Stone Ridge, NY Contemporary in Private & Secluded Setting!
- 11/28/11 04:15 AM
59 Mill Road - Stone Ridge, NY 12484 Overview Maps Photos Description $375,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2,600 sqftLot: 6.00 acre(s) Location 59 Mill RoadStone Ridge, NY 12484USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below:http://listings.realbird.com/fblike.aspx?href=http%253A%252F%252Flistings.realbird.com%252FE8B7E3C9%252F116734.aspx&layout=standard&show_faces=true&width=300&action=like&font&color … (0 comments)
hudson valley: How-To Winterize Your Home: Tips, Tricks, & Helpful Advice
- 11/23/11 10:36 AM
As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, the winter season in the Hudson Valley is getting into full swing. Preparing your home for winter is very important. With fuel prices through the roof, and tough times economically all around, you'll want to preserve and make the most of your heat in order to keep living costs down. If you live in Ulster County, NY and you want to stay cozy & comfortable without cranking up the heat, there are a number of simple, practical, and common-sense tips to help maximize the warmth of your home. It Gets Cold in The Catskills! Give Your Home A Winter Check-Up! Winters … (3 comments)
hudson valley: How To Buy An Ulster County Home In 5 Phases - Phase #5 - Contract to Closing - Almost There, But Not Done Yet
- 10/20/11 08:55 AM
Buying a home may seem easy and uncomplicated on the surface, and if you have a good agent they’ll do their part to make it so. But for some, it can be mind-blowing and scary, full of paperwork and pitfalls. Setbacks can be very demoralizing if you’re unprepared. In our 5 part series on how to buy, we talked about everything from timing in Phase #1, to getting educated in Phase #2, to house hunting & identifying in Phase #3, and even broke down key aspects to negotiating in Phase #4. But at this point, once a deal is together, a buyer … (2 comments)
hudson valley: Blacktop Driveways & Maintenance
- 10/10/11 09:20 AM
There are plenty of benefits to having an asphalt (blacktop) driveway. Asphalt is extremely durable and resistant to the elements. The dark, smooth surface camouflages stains and is pleasing to the eye. For colder climates and areas with harsh winters like the Hudson Valley, a blacktop driveway can be very practical. It is (relatively) easy to remove snow, dead leaves and other debris from asphalt. The black, semi-porous surface absorbs sunlight and warmth to help prevent ice from developing. A blacktop driveway does require a little maintenance, so here are a few general tips to help keep your asphalt in awesome condition! Drainage: Where's That Water Flowing? This spring brought record rainfall to Ulster County, NY. Drainage is … (2 comments)
hudson valley: How To Buy An Ulster County Home In 5 Phases - Phase #4 - Offers & Negotiations - Being Prepared and Well-Represented
- 09/20/11 05:59 AM
Once a buyer feels they have found a suitable property, it may be time to make an offer. This is the beginning of the end of the buying process. Upon reading our previous blogs phase 1, phase 2 & phase 3, the buyer should have made contact with a bank or mortgage professional to determine where they stand in terms of purchasing power. When it does come time to make an offer, the buyer is ready to act. Not having all ducks in a row could cost a buyer the house they want. Good properties in good locations are often seen by multiple buyers, so you … (2 comments)
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