How Dark Is Dark? Thoughts About Nights In the Country.
It is beautiful at night in more rural areas. You will see more stars than you have ever seen before. It is truly an amazing sight when I go outside and look up on a clear night. There are more shooting stars to wish upon and a clearer view of the constellations. The reason for this is that the further away from the lights of the city and more heavily populated suburbs the less artificial light is put out into the night. When … (6 comments)
orange county ny real estate: Moving On Out To The Country - How Much Land Do You Want? Part 1 of a Series
- 06/08/08 01:44 AM
I want land lots of land...Are you sure?This is my front yard. At 11 Acres this is only a small part of my land. There is another huge hay field beyond those trees before we get to the street. One of the first things that you will need to decide as you move to the country is "How much land do you want to buy?" Many people want to move to a rural area because they want more space. They come from a city where there is extremely dense building or a suburban development where the lot size is often very small … (9 comments)
orange county ny real estate: Moving On Out To The Country - An Introduction To A Series Of Blogs On "Country Life" Updated with links to series
- 06/07/08 01:09 AM
I Love Living in the Country.This is my driveway. It is longer than some blocks in the city. (You will note that it is not paved and it does require a lot of mantainance) I moved here from my original hometown in suburban Bergen County NJ to find a very different life. I have many clients who have come from New York City and areas closely surrounding it that have found some unexpected challenges when learning how to live in this area. Moving to a more rural location may be quite an adjustment for someone who is used to living in … (13 comments)
orange county ny real estate: I Will Buy A House Of My Own Someday....
- 05/30/08 03:59 AM
But I'm not ready to buy a house! So you know you want to buy a house someday but you are not ready yet. What are you doing to get ready? If you are not working towards that goal today you will not get there anytime in the near future. If you are serious about becoming a homeowner someday, you need to find out where you are today and what you need to do to get yourself in the position to be able to buy. Many potential homeowners think that they are not ready when they really are. Don't let yourself down … (10 comments)
orange county ny real estate: How To Look For Real Estate.
- 05/29/08 01:09 AM
If you are thinking of buying a house or a piece of property you should be looking for an agent to work for you. If you look for someone who promises you that they will find you exactly what you are looking for at the lowest price possible then you are asking to work with someone who is not being truthful with you. None of the properties available at any given time will meet all of your wants and if, by some miracle, you could find the perfect property I can assure you of one thing, it won't be the "deal of … (6 comments)
orange county ny real estate: New York What Are You Going To Do This Summer?
- 05/18/08 12:02 AM
Still wondering what you are going to do with your summer? Finding a place to get away that is close to home is becoming more and more important with the current gas prices. The Greater Hudson Valley of New York offers so much to do for New Yorker's who want to take a break from the city. We have mountain trails to hike, cliffs to climb, and lakes, rivers, or streams for water sports and fishing. You can ride a horse, pick fruits and vegetables, or visit historic sights and reenactments. There are fairs, festivals, and fireworks. We have wonderful restaurants, great … (0 comments)
orange county ny real estate: To The Home Buyer- What Did You Forget When You Made Your Offer?
- 05/15/08 10:40 PM
After an extensive search you have found the house you want and bid on it. You negotiate and joyfully have an accepted offer. Do you really remember the house you bid on? Hopefully you get the chance to look at it again before the walk through. When you come for the home inspection or later to measure windows for treatments take some time to look at the house and listing again. Was everything you thought to be included in the sale mentioned in your offer or contract? If not try to work things out before you get to the closing table. … (2 comments)
orange county ny real estate: Take A Tour In Your Target Area - How To Start Your Search The Easy Way
- 05/13/08 11:32 PM
So you have spoken with a mortgage company and know how much you are qualified for and you are ready to start looking at houses. Getting a feel for the local area and the current market value of houses for sale in your target location is one of the best ways to start the actual business of your home search. May I suggest working with a single agent to set up a tour of 4 or 5 houses in your target area as a great way to begin. Touring several houses in one trip will make it easier to learn what … (6 comments)
orange county ny real estate: Right in the Corner- Pine Bush School District
- 02/24/08 03:40 AM
If you live in the New York City metro area and are looking for a good place to buy, you owe it to yourself to check out the Pine Bush area. About an hour drive to the city with bus and trains available for commuters you will find quaint villages or more open spaces. There are nearby shopping and cultural opportunities. The Pine Bush School District touches three counties, Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan. We have four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. There are many special programs for the children who go to school here. The high school currently has … (0 comments)
My blog will deal with working with buyers, my life as a mother of 3 teenagers and how to fit real estate into the other aspects of my world. I will also speak on volunteer efforts to assist my community
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