jennifer fivelsdal: Buying a House in Dutchess County NY - Do you need Privacy? Part 3 - 08/19/09 11:06 PM
One popular request from buyers looking for a house in Dutchess County is for privacy. Finding privacy does not mean you are limited to just certain areas of the County; instead privacy can be found in Southern Dutchess as well as Northern Dutchess.
Where you decide to get the privacy will … (11 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Buying A House in Dutchess County NY what you should know - Part 1 - 08/15/09 11:08 PM
Dutchess County is located about 75 miles from New York City and is a second home market for many seeking a country estate or cottage.  The County is accessible by air, road, and rail; there are two Metro North lines, the Harlem line in the east and the Hudson line which … (5 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Nature And Marketing Challenge - Buying A Home Should Be Smooth Sailing - 08/15/09 08:12 PM

Buying a home is one of the major decisions you will make in your lifetime.  It would thus make sense, not to do this alone but rather, to seek professional advice.
I am sure you want this process to be as smooth and pleasant as possible; so, use a Realtor who … (9 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Uncle Chippie's Old Fashion Burger Shop - Red Hook NY - 08/07/09 09:10 PM
Red Hook is one of those towns where you are not likely to find a fast food chain; instead you will find many Mom and Pop operations.
One shop that was missing was a good burger shop, and in May '08 Chippie and Cathy filled the gap by opening their nostalgic … (11 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Red Hook Final Winter Market of the season - February 14th 2009 - 02/12/09 10:58 PM
Yes, that's right. This is the last Red Hook Winter Market event of the season.  The two previous events were a huge success and we hate to see it end. However, it is also an indication that spring is around the corner. Hey!.
 
 
 
Date - Saturday February … (13 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Thank You Buyers and Sellers - 02/27/07 01:20 PM
 
As realtors we tend to remember the deals that go bad or a client's lack of appreciation.
Yet if you think about it there are many more who show their appreciation; and to all those buyers and sellers I want to say, THANK YOU! You brighten my day and inspire me to … (16 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Seniors will have a few more choices in housing in North/North East Dutchess County New York - 02/15/07 01:02 PM

RED HOOK COMMONS - RED HOOK
In early December I did a post on the construction of the Red Hook Commons as you will notice what a difference a couple months make.  This facility will probably be ready for occupancy in the summer and the application process will get started in another … (4 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: THE THOMPSON HOUSE - THE FIRST HOSPITAL IN RHINEBECK NY - 02/09/07 12:23 PM

Yesterday I had a closing on a piece of Rhinebeck real estate.
Anway what is interesting about this property is its history.  Commonly referred to as "The Thompson House,"   this was once a stately residence but in 1903 based on a grant from the Thomas Thompson Trust was converted into a 14 … (5 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Clermont State Park, Columbia County New York - 02/02/07 08:19 PM

VEIW OF CLERMONT                                                           HUDSON RIVER AND CATSKILLS MOUNTAIN
                                                   VIEW OF THE FRONT OF HOUSE
Clermont is the oldest Hudson River Estate in the Mid Hudson Valley.  This was the home of the Livingston family from 1728-1962.
The First owner was Robert Livingston, a land aristocrat and statesman.  He was also instrumental in … (8 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: The Village of Tivoli, NY - 02/02/07 12:22 AM
Tivoli is a small close knit community in the township of Red Hook.  It runs along the Hudson River and provides spectacular views of the Catskill mountain.
This village was incorporated in 1872 and because of it's proximity to the Hudson River it was once a stop on the steamship route.  Because … (8 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Where Did The Snow Go? - 01/31/07 10:03 PM

 Last night we had a dusting of snow, and you might be wondering why that would be of interest.   The fact is, I live in the Northeast and today is the last day of January and this is all the snow we have gotten so far.
This strange weather has resulted in plants … (6 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Home Inspection Report Styles Which Do You Prefer? - 01/20/07 09:30 AM
 
I have had the opportunity to work with many home inspectors and I have noticed at least three different reporting styles.
•1.     On the spot and handwritten
•2.     Exhaustive template style
•3.     Concise, customized informative style
  
1.   On the spot and handwritten
  PROS.
The buyer will have the report immediately with the exceptions of items such as … (15 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: How Do You Cope With A Power Outage? - 01/16/07 07:19 PM
 
 With the recent ice storm in several states , many including some of my fellow New Yorkers lost electricity.  This was on the minds of many; and while listening this morning to the local radio station WAMC the question posed to the public was:
How do you cope with a power outage?
Here … (10 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Do You Want The Most Expensive House In The Neighborhood? - 01/15/07 06:47 PM
    
Several months ago I was approached by a potential seller who wanted me to take a tour of her house.  This was a beautiful 3000 square feet Colonial home, top of the line construction, appliances, flooring, décor and landscaping; a house anyone would be proud to move into.
At the end of … (11 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Dutchess County Market Report - 01/13/07 09:37 AM
On Friday I woke up to this leading story in the Poughkeepsie Journal , "Dutchess home prices edge higher." I knew then that I would be hearing from some of my sellers; sure enough, before the day ended I received the calls.  Since I had the article readily available I reviewed … (4 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: 345 FITZSIMMONS ROAD,MILAN, NY 12571 - 01/12/07 11:39 PM

90 acres with frontage on Roe Jan. A 3 BR. 1900 farmhouse and several out buildings. A perfect spot for a country estateor several mini estates.  Enjoy fishing and hunting in your backyard.                   $1,650,000
HEATED OVERSIZED GARAGE                                   SMALL HOURSE BARN
 
BERKSHIRES VIEWS                                               RIVER FRONTAGE
This property is only about 90 miles from NYC.  … (0 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: 147 Guski Road, Red Hook, NY 12571 - 12/30/06 07:56 PM

This 2 bedroom Log Cabin on 3.49 acres is a perfect hideaway.  Just 90 miles from NYC.  Yet  close to Rhinebeck, train and the performing art center at Bard.
Features
Granite countertop
Antique wood Flooring
2 Fireplaces
Wired speaker system upstairs and down stairs
Climb to top of hill for a spectacular view of valley below and … (2 comments)

jennifer fivelsdal: Multiple Listing Services Why So Many? - 12/03/06 10:20 PM
As year end approaches, I am getting the Multiple Listing Services bills.  This made me think of the recent consolidation of hospitals ordered by the governor of New York.  Hospital provides life saving services yet they are being asked to consolidate.
So why do I need to belong to several services in … (9 comments)

 
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