August 1 thru August 15, Valhalla, NY - Cultural Heritage Celebrations - 07/31/10 06:33 PM
August 1 thru August 15, Valhalla - Cultural heritage celebrations featuring traditional foods, music, dance and more! Kensico Dam Plaza:
•Yiddish, August 1, 4-7 p.m.
•Indian, August 15, 1-7 p.m.
Admission and Parking are free. (914) 864-PARK. www.westchestergov.com/parks


 
This community event is provided as a service. As event information is provided by organizers and can change without notice, we advise you to contact organizers directly to confirm all details. Every effort is made to provide information that is accurate. However, information of this community event is subject to change at any time by the organizerses.
Every season, Anthony Stokes Pereira, … (1 comments)

Croton, NY - Celebrate River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor, August 1, 12-6 PM - 07/31/10 06:23 PM
August 1, 12-6 PM, Croton - Celebrate River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor, which will feature fishing, hearth cooking, brick making, modern boat building, on-water opportunities, music, picnic food, and storytelling. Adults $12, Seniors $10, Children $6, Members and under 5 free. For more information please call (914) 271-8981 or visit www.hudsonvalley.org  
Visitors to this grand celebration of the environment can win one of three Fujifilm camera prizes by taking images at the event and posting them on Flickr! The festival-style River Day, which takes place from 12-6, is devoted to the history and ecology of the area's watershed.
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ORANGE COUNTY, NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT, JULY, 2010 - 07/30/10 03:12 PM
The Orange County residential market was up signifi cantly, with transactions rising 33.5% from last year and 85.3% from the fi rst quarter, but this increase in activity did not prevent a decline in pricing. The average sales price was down 6.9%, the median was down 7.4%, and the price per square foot down 4.9% from last year. Given that the Home Buyer Tax Credit was expected to signifi cantly drive up buyer demand pending the expected June 30th closing deadline, the relatively moderate increase in sales (lower than the increase in the higher priced markets in Westchester or Rockland) demonstrates … (1 comments)

DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT, JULY, 2010 - 07/30/10 03:06 PM
The Dutchess residential market experienced a surge of activity in the second quarter, with transactions up 24.1% from last year and 67.5% from the fi rst quarter. This increase in activity had its expected effect in stabilizing pricing, with the average and the median both up slightly. Although the price per square foot was up 23.7% from last year, we regard that as a quirk in the mix of properties sold last year, and believe that the 3.3% decline from the fi rst quarter is a more reliable measure of pricing behavior.
Although we expected that the Home Buyer Tax Credit … (0 comments)

ULSTER AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES, NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT, JULY 2010 - 07/30/10 03:02 PM

Sales in the Ulster County residential market surged again in the second quarter, with transactions up 46.3% from last year and 65.3% from the fi rst quarter. Although the Home Buyer Tax Credit had some impact in driving those numbers, Ulster County buyers had access to the tax credit for all of 2009, so many buyers motivated by the credit had already purchased last year. Although pricing is now down 28.1% from the height of the market in late 2007, and is now down to 2003-04 levels, we've now seen pricing stabilize at the $235,000 range for the past year. … (0 comments)

PUTNAM COUNTY, NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT JULY 2010 - 07/28/10 09:34 AM
The Putnam residential market experienced a significant increase in activity in the second quarter, with transactions up 40.5% from last year and 48.4% from the first quarter. Although part of the increase is simply a Reflection of the weak activity in the early part of last year, following the financial crisis of late 2008, the 184 sales marked the second-highest level of transactions since the middle of 2007. This increase in activity, though, has still not stabilized pricing in Putnam, which continues to lag with the average down 2.3% and the median down 5.6%. Pricing in Putnam is now down to … (0 comments)

The Westchester, New York Residential Real Estate Market Report July 2010 - 07/27/10 09:46 PM
The Westchester residential real estate market surged in the second quarter, with dramatic increases in both transactions and sales prices. The 1,200 sales marked the highest number of sales in a quarter in almost three years, up 70.2% from the weak second quarter of 2009 that reflected the depressed buyer activity in the six months following the October 2008 financial crisis. More telling, transactions in the quarter were up 19.4% from the second quarter of 2008. This rise in buyer demand had its expected effect on prices, with the average up 7.7% and the median up 7.2% from last year at … (0 comments)

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NEW YORK RESIDENTIAL MARKET REPORT - 07/27/10 09:00 PM
The Rockland residential market surged in the second quarter, with a dramatic increase in transactions and a stabilization of pricing. Spurred in part by closings generated by the Home Buyer Tax Credit, transactions in the quarter were up 64.7% from last year and 83.4% from the fi rst quarter. The results of the second quarter are encouraging, with the 387 sales marking the highest level of quarterly transactions in almost two years. This surge in activity had its expected effect on pricing, stabilizing the average and median sales price but driving the average price per square foot up 7.7%. Although prices … (0 comments)

The Real Estate Market in Westchester and the Hudson Valley / Anthony Stokes Pereira - 07/27/10 08:18 PM
The real estate market in Westchester and the Hudson Valley surged in the second quarter, with a 46.4%Increase in sales from last year and a 64.9% increase from the first quarter. Transactions were up from last year in every county in the area, and the regional 3,283 sales marked the highest number of quarterly transactions in almost two years. This increase in buyer activity had its expected effect in stabilizing the overall pricing environment throughout the region-some counties even saw price increases, although that was largely caused by the welcome return of the high-end luxury market.
The dramatic increases from last … (0 comments)

The signs of a termite infestation are unmistakable - How to Spot Termite Damage! - 07/27/10 11:15 AM
Termites are eating wood in 49 of the 50 US states. You will find them everywhere but Alaska and they are causing almost One-Billion dollars in damage each year. Termites love to eat wood.  Houses are made with wood elements.  Ergo, termites want to eat at your house.  But since termites usually live and dine unseen, how can you tell if you have a few hundred unwelcome dinner guests?
The signs of a termite infestation are unmistakable. You can hear them in your walls. If you hear faint movement and tapping, it is likely to be termites.
You see their droppings. Cleanliness … (4 comments)

2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Co-Op. Hillcrest Point Comples. Spring Valley, NY 10977 - $126,000 - 07/23/10 03:05 PM
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4 Bed / 1 Bath. Cape / Spring Valley, Ny, Short Sale $179,000 - 07/23/10 03:03 PM
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Co-Op in Hillcrest Point, Spring Valley, NY - 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $91,000 - 07/23/10 02:59 PM
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1 Bed, 1 Bath. Co-Op Priced to Sell $95,000 - Spring Valley, NY - 07/23/10 02:54 PM
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1 Bed, 1.5 Bath with Full Basement. Co-Op $140,000. Spring Valley, NY - 07/23/10 02:50 PM
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4 Bed / 2.5 Baths Raised Ranch in Hillcrest, NY $399,000 - 07/23/10 01:55 PM
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Open House 12pm - 3pm Sunday July 25th, 2010 - Spring Valley, NY 10977 - 07/23/10 01:50 PM
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Open House 1pm - 3pm, Saturday July 24th, 2010 - Spring Valley, NY 10977 - 07/23/10 01:45 PM
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Rockland County, NY Real Estate - Buying or Selling A Home, Choose an Accredited Home Inspector. - 07/15/10 05:28 PM
According to the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI), real estate transactions often hinge on the competence of the home inspector involved in the sale. Yet, many home buyers assume that the home inspector they hired has the training and knowledge to conduct a high quality home inspection.
If you're hiring someone to inspect the home you want to buy, or you're a seller trying to find out if there are any hidden problems that need fixing before you put your home on the market, here are five things you need to know:
1. Choose an Accredited Home InspectorSeveral professional home … (0 comments)

Just because the gardens in the front and backyard of your home look green doesn't mean they are environmentally sound. - 07/10/10 06:27 PM
According to experts, typical homeowners are unaware that they usually apply seven times more chemicals per acre to their gardens than those used in agriculture, much of which has the potential to run into local lakes and leach into groundwater.
There are ways, however, to make sure you are living green and making your landscaping as environmentally sensitive as possible. Here are the top five "greener" landscaping ideas:
Plan
In order to have environmentally friendly landscaping, it is important to take the appropriate steps. By hiring a landscaping service to conduct a thorough site analysis at the onset, you'll be better … (0 comments)

Lawnmower Maintenance can help your Lawn make the cut. - 07/10/10 06:22 PM
Knowing when to mow your lawn can set the pace for healthy growth, but lawnmower maintenance can help your lawn make the cut.
With just a few steps, you can take care of your most important lawn maintenance tool before and during the mowing season to get the best results from your mower and the best-looking lawn.
The best place to start is to have your lawnmower tuned up and serviced. Maintenance is an affordable process, especially if you've spent invested hundreds on your mower. You want to make sure you get good performance and a long lifespan. The goal is … (0 comments)

Transform your Garage into a useful Work and Storage Space - 07/10/10 06:19 PM
In so many homes, the garage is a cluttered dumping ground where you stick things that don't otherwise seem to have a place to live. Sometimes, this is so much the case that there's not even room to park your car. Sound familiar? If so, now might be the perfect time to transform your garage into a useful work and storage space. Doing so can add significant value to your home in the eyes of potential buyers. Best of all, a garage re-haul project doesn't have to involve a huge investment of either time or money.
Out with the Old
It … (1 comments)

COMMUNITY EVENTS SUMMER 2010 / WESTCHESTER, PUTNAM & DUTCHESS COUNTIES - 07/10/10 06:12 PM
WESTCHESTER, PUTNAM&DUTCHESS COUNTIES:
July 6 thru 15, 7 PM, White Plains - The Fort Hill Players are the group that swings into your neighborhood to bring you laughter and you don't even have to dress up! Join us in a White Plains Park near you. (914) 946-5143.  www.forthillplayers.com
July 8, August 12, Poughkeepsie- Sunset Sensations: A Unique Wine&Food Sampling Series. Enjoy a magnificent Hudson River sunset while sipping fine wines paired with delicious culinary creations. Hors d'oeuvres feature seasonal vegetables from the heritage gardens at Locust Grove. Visitors are treated to informal wine pairing presentations Locust Grove Estate, 2683 South Rd. … (0 comments)

COMMUNITY EVENTS SUMMER 2010 / ROCKLAND, ORANGE & SULLIVAN COUNTIES: - 07/10/10 06:10 PM
ROCKLAND, ORANGE&SULLIVAN COUNTIES:
July 7 thru 9, 10-5 PM, Warwick - Sidewalk Sale. Local wares&great buys. Warwick Merchants Guild, Downtown Warwick (845) 987-6700
July 7 thru July 28, Wednesdays, 7:30 PM, West Nyack - Summer Concert. The "Bronx Wanderers" will be playing 60's music at Germonds Park, Germonds. Rain location: Felix Festa Middle school. (845) 639-2000. www.town.clarkstown.ny.us
July 7 thru August 26, 6:30-8:30 PM, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Newburgh - Jazz Series. Come and celebrate a summer of Jazz with 18 free concerts! This season's program is even bigger and better! Regional and international musicians and all genres of jazz are included-from … (0 comments)

Rockland County, NY Realtor - Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty - 07/09/10 05:03 PM
   
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Buying A Home - Understanding Your Credit Scores before you apply for a mortgage loan. - 07/09/10 04:48 PM
When you apply for a mortgage loan, one of the first things your lender will do is check your credit history, but they don't read through your credit reports page by page. They get a snapshot of your credit called a credit score.
Fair Isaac Corporation is the company that compiles your credit scores based on the information in your credit reports.
You've probably noticed the use of plurals - scores, reports. That's because there are three credit bureaus, along with Fair Isaac, that are under the jurisdiction of the Federal Trade Commission. The three bureaus are called Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
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Do you wish your home were bigger - Make Small Home Inviting! - 07/08/10 11:07 AM
 
Do you wish you had a bigger house? If you do, you're not alone. The National Association of REALTORS® says the desire for more space is the most commonly reported reason among homebuyers between the ages of 25 and 44, as well as repeat home buyers.
Not every home owner can afford to live large, but with a little creativity you can make a small home more attractive. 
Think Cozy: There's something to be said for a compact home - it's efficient, less expensive to heat and cool and requires less stuff to fill it.
If you're buying your first … (1 comments)

Don't miss this chance! A True One Bedroom Co-Op at the price of a studio / Spring Valley, NY - 07/07/10 11:25 AM
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"Great Deal! Great Rates!" Looking for an investment property? / Spring Valley, NY - 07/07/10 11:16 AM
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Short Sale - 4 Beds, 1 Bath Cape in Spring Valley, NY $179,000 - 07/03/10 01:04 AM
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1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Co-Op in Spring Valley,NY $100,000 - 07/03/10 01:02 AM
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1 Bed / 1.5 Baths Co-Op with Full Basdement. Spring Valley, NY $140,000 - 07/03/10 12:59 AM
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Priced To Sell!! 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath Co-Op in Spring Valley, NY $126,000 - 07/03/10 12:54 AM
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Priced To Sell!! 1 Bed, 1 Bath, Hillcrest Point Complex. Spring Valley, NY - 07/03/10 12:47 AM
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Priced To Sell! 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathroom Raised Ranch, Hillcrest, NY $399.99 - 07/03/10 12:42 AM
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Buying A Home - Get To Know The Loan Process! - 07/02/10 02:59 PM
It's important to understand the mortgage loan process before you're involved in it. First, you need to prequalify for the loan with your financial institution. This involves answering a few simple questions, which in turn begins the application process. The type of home, approximate cost of the home, how much you'll want to borrow, the type of loan, and personal identification information, along with financial and

employment histories, make up the prequalification phase. This is typically done on a single form and requires, at this point, no authentication or documentation.
There's more to buying a home than the mortgage loan. … (2 comments)

Going Green - Home Energy Ratings, How Can They Help You? - 07/02/10 02:45 PM
A home energy rating is the standard measurement of a home's energy efficiency, which can be very useful when it comes to selling or buying a home. If you're looking to buy a home, energy ratings let you easily compare the energy costs from one home to another and can help you qualify for an energy-efficient mortgage. And if you're in the market to sell, a home energy rating can help you identify cost-effective ways to lower your home's energy costs, which can be a great way to attract potential buyers. (It's also a great way just to save some money … (0 comments)

Tax Credit Deadline Extended - 07/01/10 09:33 PM
Great News! Congress has passed an extension of The Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline, the Homebuyer Assistance and Improvement Act (H.R. 5623). The extension applies only to transactions that have ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010 that have not yet closed.  The legislation is designed to create a seamless extension the new closing deadline for eligible transactions is now September 30, 2010.  There is will be no gap between June 30 and the date the President signs the bill into law, this is a huge win for homebuyers and for the Real Estate industry.
Remember that Congress only … (0 comments)

The Senate passed the National Flood Insurance Program Extension Act of 2010 - 07/01/10 08:50 PM
The Senate passed the National Flood Insurance Program Extension Act of 2010 (H.R. 5569), an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program until September 30, 2010. This will allow transactions to move forward. The bill is retroactive and covers the lapse period from June 1, 2010, to the date of enactment of the extension.

Anthony Stokes Pereira, Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty
I can help you with every aspect of buying or selling your home because I'm experienced, because I am a Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Real Estate Professional . . .and because I care.   
As your … (1 comments)

 
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Anthony Stokes-Pereira - Realtor

Nanuet, NY

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Address: 95 South Middletown Rd, Nanuet, NY, 10954

Office Phone: (845) 624-8100 x 168

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This blog is dedicated to the Rockland County, NY. Real Estate Market. My Real Estate Blog provides fresh perspective on our market activity. Real Estate is not just about selling or buying properties; it is about communities, people and families. I go above and beyond what is traditionally expected of a REALTOR. I am your source to Rockland County NY Real Estate information. Traditionally, REALTORS were always the people to ask about what was happening in a particular community, since REALTORS are intimately involved in the places they live and work. I love our communities I love the villages, the towns, the schools, the restaurants, the parks, the people! And I know what's going on, because I am connected to the people and places in the communities I serve. So I would like to be your resource for real estate and community information. I will be posting my own analysis of the local real estate market, based on my expertise and experience in these markets, and I'll also be posting information and analysis of local events and happenings. Remember: The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their Realtor is based on trust, shared goals and understanding. I strive to continually improve and to do this I listen and take the needs and wants into consideration.


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