rockland county: August 2008 Real Estate Market Update on the Rockland County River Towns - Palisades, Piermont, Grandview, Upper Grandview, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and Upper Nyack - 10/14/08 06:50 PM
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley and include Palisades, Sneden's Landing, Piermont, Upper Grandview, Grand View, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: July 2008 Rockland County, NY Real Estate Market Update - 09/17/08 01:09 PM
July 2008 vs. July 2007 YTD - Single Family HomesNew inventory (the number of homes going on the market) decreased 11% (2,131 YTD 2008 vs. 2,392 YTD 2007). There was a 31% decrease in the number of sales (634 YTD 2008 vs. 915 YTD 2007). The average sales price decreased approximately 7% to $517,776. … (0 comments)
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rockland county: July 2008 Market Update on the Hudson Valley River Towns - Palisades, Piermont, Grandview, Upper Grandview, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and Upper Nyack - 09/17/08 07:36 AM
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley and include Palisades, Sneden's Landing, Piermont, Upper Grandview, Grand View, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: The Value of a Home Inspection - 09/17/08 07:30 AM
Buying a home is a large investment and knowing as much as possible about a property before you buy it is imperative. That's where a professional home inspection comes in. A home inspection is an objective, visual examination of a home and an evaluation of the home's mechanical systems, plumbing and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: June 2008 Rockland County, NY Real Estate Market Update - 08/23/08 07:34 AM
June 2008 vs. June 2007 YTD - Single Family HomesNew inventory (the number of homes going on the market) decreased 9% (1,864 YTD 2008 vs. 2,047 YTD 2007). There was a 32% decrease in the number of sales (495 YTD 2008 vs. 728 YTD 2007). The average sales price decreased approximately 7.4% to … (0 comments)
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rockland county: June 2008 Market Update on the Hudson Valley River Towns - Palisades, Piermont, Grandview, Upper Grandview, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and Upper Nyack - 08/19/08 05:27 PM
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley and include Palisades, Sneden's Landing, Piermont, Upper Grandview, Grand View, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Market Update on the Hudson Valley River Towns - Palisades, Piermont, Grandview, Upper Grandview, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and Upper Nyack (edit/delete) - 08/12/08 03:13 PM
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley and include Palisades, Sneden's Landing, Piermont, Upper Grandview, Grand View, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Should Buyers Wait to Buy in a Declining Price and Rising Rate Environment? - 08/12/08 03:06 PM
The following was sent to me by Joseph Rand, Managing Partner of Prudential Rand Realty. It truly is great food for thought for buyers trying to "time the market."
Here Goes....
There was a great article in the New York Times on Sunday about the interplay between prices falling and rates rising. … (0 comments)
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rockland county: The Fundamentals of Selling Your Home - 07/18/08 12:03 PM
Even though the market has slowed, there are buyers out there and by focusing on three basic fundamentals - condition, accessibility and price - you can give yourself an edge in this market. Condition matters. While it's usually not necessary to undertake expensive repairs, fixing the small things like dripping faucets, … (0 comments)
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rockland county: WOW - 07/14/08 02:41 PM
SO it's been a month since my last post WOW !
time is FLYING by
4th of July was SO far into the summer when we were kids,, now it's the beginning and I already see back to school sales !
I'm trying to make a promise to ENJOY the days … (0 comments)
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rockland county: 3 Level Townhouse Stlye Unit in Suffern! - 06/20/08 01:05 PM
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rockland county: twilight open house 6/26/08 6:00-8:00 2 S.Mary Francis, Tappan, NY 10983 - 06/19/08 02:40 PM
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rockland county: swimming pool - 06/09/08 08:17 AM
are you for or against ?
my husband , not a swimmer is ANTI pool ,,, I do swim and have 4 boys I am PRO pool
my husband ,,,who leaves the house at 6:30 each morning , is anti-pool ,,,,, I stay home all summer with 4 boys and I … (1 comments)
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rockland county: Summertime - 06/06/08 10:41 AM
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SO ,,, yes we are about to have our 1st heatwave ! and I wore a sweatshirt this morning ,,,,,,
get ready now
The Summer rush is on now , and so for the real estate market right ,, all those sellers/buyers with school age children RUSHING to get … (4 comments)
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rockland county: Slip covers help give rooms an updated look! - 06/03/08 10:10 AM
I just finished staging a beautiful home that just needed a few finishing touches. The living room and family room appeared dated because of the gold crushed velvet couches. I purchased SureFit Slip Covers at Bed Bath & Beyond for $198. These slip covers are fantastic!!! They are like Spanks for … (48 comments)
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rockland county: a tank of gas ? - 05/29/08 01:45 PM
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there we go ,, over $4/gallon ,,,, 4.19 in the city !
4.07 on the corner
I think there will be less driving vacations this summer,,,but house hunting might start earlier and go full strength thru the summer
Make your clients day and money better ,,,,, make sure each … (0 comments)
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rockland county: what a virtual tour can do for you - 05/16/08 08:41 AM
We truly believe that if you are not marketing with a virtual 360 walkthrough tour , you are not doing the best job you can ! ,,,,,,,,, it's not just relocated employees home shopping via the internet , but busy LOCAL house hunters
If they can view a virtual tour online … (0 comments)
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rockland county: my first entry - 05/14/08 08:22 PM
HI
I would like to introduce myself , I am Deirdre Astigarraga
Along with my husband , we have created ,,, YourOpenHouse.net
we specialize in 360 degree immersive walkthrough tours,,which means , your visitors will experience a virtual open house !,,,, they can walk from room to room and tour … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Rockland County Spring Cleaning: Give Back . . . and Some Pain There, Too - 04/14/08 10:09 AM
It is that time of year again, isn't it? The temperature is rising. (In Rockland County, it is supposed to be in the high 70s on Friday.) Grass is turning green. Flowers are beginning to bloom. Leaves are sprouting on trees.
And, based upon the items that I see curbside … (2 comments)
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rockland county: "Test Drive" Buyers - 04/07/08 09:52 PM
Recently I visited to local BMW dealership in our area in search for a new affordable but sleek looking vehicle. I was a little wary of going to BMW because I didn't want to step outside of my budget for the car. However, my husband, a BMW-aficionado, and certified BMW technician … (6 comments)
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rockland county: Rockland Home Staging in the News - 04/03/08 07:39 PM
Recently I was interviewed for an article in Hudson Valley Magazine. The article is entitled What’s Your House Worth Now?
By Karen Maserjian Shan
The article focuses on housing trends in the Hudson Valley and how to complete a successful real estate transaction.
I was honored to be quoted in the … (19 comments)
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rockland county: Mirror Mirror on the Wall . . . You've just got to GO !!! - 03/29/08 03:25 PM
When putting our Rockland County NY home on the market for sale it is important to get rid of anything that is going to date the home, even though these design choices were all the rage at one time. Sometimes the things that were so expensive to install at the time … (28 comments)
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rockland county: Chasing vs. Serving - 03/26/08 06:07 PM
Posted by Derrick Carpenter in North Bergen NJ. He writes a post every week called Start with the End in Mind on Blogspot. This a little ditty his coach, Mike, wrote but he sent this to me on myspace and I wanted to share it with you, my peers and fellow readers. … (2 comments)
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rockland county: Orange and Rockland 11th Annual Realtor Convention - April 2, 2008 - 03/26/08 09:15 AM
The Rockland County Board of Realtors and the Orange County Association of Realtors will host the 11th Annual Orange and Rockland Realtor Convention on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Anthony's Pier Nine on Route 9W in New Windsor, NY.
The last day to register for this convention is Saturday, March 29, 2008.
Visit this link to … (19 comments)
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rockland county: At ERA, I'm SELLING HOUSES - 03/25/08 04:23 PM
When you're buying a home, buy with no major repair worries – choose a house covered by the ERA Home Protection Plan® *. It's your best protection against costly, unexpected repair bills after closing.
The ERA Home Protection Plan is an exclusive ERA® program to protect you against expensive repair … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Rockland County NY Photos - 03/24/08 10:19 PM
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rockland county: The Mortgage Guys Remind You to Spring Ahead - 03/03/08 11:53 AM
The Research Department of The Mortgage Guys of Domus Mortgage has learned that Daylight Savings Time will commence at 2 a.m. on March 9, 2008. Rather than keeping this valuable information to ourselves, we thought that we would provide a service by passing it along to the general public.
As you know, setting … (1 comments)
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rockland county: Friends of Karen-UPCOMING EVENTS - 03/03/08 10:37 AM
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rockland county: New City Fire - Homeowners Insurance - 02/25/08 12:59 PM
I recently wrote about a fire that spread through a Bardonia housing complex. Less than 1 month later, another fire made the news here in Rockland County. Early this morning, a fire damaged a New City home. It appears t the cause may be from lighting a cigarette. The situation was quickly handled by the New … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Bardonia Fires... Reasons for Renters Insurance - 01/31/08 01:41 PM
Unexpected fires spread though an apartment complex in Bardonia this past weekend. Firefighters from Nanuet, New City, West Nyack, Pearl River and Orangeburg joined forces to help residents. Everything was handled properly and luckily no one was seriously injured.
However, many people lost furniture, plasma screen tvs, and expensive wardrobes Some renters think if they dont … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Market Update on the Hudson Valley River Towns - Palisades, Piermont, Grandview, Upper Grandview, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and Upper Nyack - 12/13/07 11:25 AM
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley and include Palisades, Sneden's Landing, Piermont, Upper Grandview, Grand View, South Nyack, Nyack, Central Nyack and … (2 comments)
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rockland county: New Rockland County Property Database - 11/12/07 02:31 PM
Prospective homeowners, today more than ever, are more educated on the home buying process. They know which houses they want to see, they know pricing, location and some history on the house.
The Rockland Journal News recently launched a new website to even further the homebuyers education. All residential and commercial … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Endless Possibilites for Homeowners - 11/01/07 09:13 AM
i work closely with a Project Manager for an Environmental Engineering company. I was amazed to hear about a job his company has currently undertaken. A homeowner in the village of Montebello would like to add an addition to their home. Sounds simple enough right?
Wrong.
The proposed site has a stream running through the backyard passing … (0 comments)
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rockland county: united water mailing - 10/23/07 09:27 AM
if you are a Rockland County homeowner, chances are you have received or will soon be receiving a notice from United Water. I have not seen the letter yet but numerous clients have called to inquire if they should add the insurance protection to their utility bill. It appears they are … (1 comments)
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rockland county: Premier Service - An Overwhelming Success! - 10/16/07 06:46 PM
GMAC Real Estate is recognized within the real estate industry for its commitment to providing Premier Service as well as its leadership, innovation and commitment to the growth of its network. "We believe this is the best time to increase our service capabilities and enhance our recognition with the brand-name power … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Halloween Provides Perfect Opportunity to Show-Off Homes for Sale - 10/15/07 06:53 PM
During the month of October, many home sellers who have found themselves still dealing with a home being on the market after the high spring and summer selling seasons could be missing out on a prime opportunity to market their home creatively, and possibly get the home sold. "Halloween presents a … (0 comments)
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rockland county: trick or treat - 10/02/07 11:59 AM
Halloween is right around the corner. I wanted to pass along some helpful hints to homeowners to ensure 100 percent safety. Make sure there are no leaves on your driveway or front steps that Spider Man and Cinderella may slip on. Put all outdoor lighting on. *** A great deal of children today suffer … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Mt. Fuji Steakhouse in Hillburn, NY Says, “Irashaimase” (Welcome) to Japanese Peace and Tranquility Where You Least Expect to Find it - 09/18/07 02:33 PM
Visible from commuter traffic's rush and flow on the NYS Thruway (I-87), atop a privately owned mountain, a single orange flag waves above a mysterious edifice. This is Hillburn, New York's Mt. Fuji Steakhouse, one of three Mt. Fuji hibachi restaurants located in the New York, New Jersey area.
Accessible from … (3 comments)
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rockland county: HOGAR First time Home Buyer Program - 08/02/07 08:47 AM
I recently read an article in the Rockland journal news about a not for profit housing group named H.O.G.A.R. (Housing Opportunities for Growth, Advancement and Revitalization). Located in Haverstraw, the group educates Rockland County residents with credit counseling, the home buying process and sponsors affordable housing development.
I met with a counselor and learned about … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Home Staging; Avoid a Groundhog Day Experience - 07/28/07 08:17 PM
Home Staging; Avoid a Groundhog Day Experience
Remember the movie, Groundhog Day, with Bill Murray? In 2006, Groundhog Day was added to the United States National Film Registry as being deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."
Having your house on the market is the same as living in the real estate version of … (3 comments)
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rockland county: Mortgage Payment Problems? - 06/04/07 02:01 PM
This is the first post to my blog on Active Rain. I wanted to start off with a primer on Short Sales. I welcome any feedback or questions.
Mortgage Payment Problems? Consider Short Selling Your Property
What is a Short Sale? A Short Sale is the sale of a home when sales proceeds do not … (5 comments)
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rockland county: Multiculturism in Rockland County - 05/21/07 10:24 PM
Yesterday, I stood in Memorial Park in Spring Valley, proud to be in Rockland County. I stood amongst my peers celebrating our Haitian Culture and Pride. As the sun beamed on my face, it dawned on me the diversity in this county and how blessed we are, as Americans, to be … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Flood for thought - 05/03/07 03:12 PM
As Real Estate professionals, we want our clients to realize their dream home. Unfortunately, the torrential april nor easter in Westchester and Rockland County saturated many homeowner's experience of first time home buying. Some clients just bought their starter home and hadn't even unpacked before the flooding ruined their contents.
As a homeowner's insurance agent in New City NY 10956, I have … (0 comments)
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rockland county: How I used chocolate to market my Home Staging business. - 03/14/07 02:30 PM
Well it has been about one month since I set out on my chocolate house marketing adventure so I thought I would tell you how it went. Allthgether I visited 15 real estate offices in Rockland County in one week period. The response was overwhelmingly positive. I met the nicest people in my travels. Realtors … (24 comments)
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rockland county: FSBO Orangeburg NY (Widget) - 03/13/07 03:25 PM
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rockland county: Rockland Home Staging - Some recent before and afters (Widget) - 03/08/07 10:13 PM
Call Rockland Home Staging Today to take the guesswork out of getting your home ready for sale. (845)731-9510http://www.rocklandhomestaging.com/
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rockland county: Is Real Estate your dream job? - 03/04/07 06:34 AM
Realtor Magazine Online recently reported that nearly four out of five U.S. workers - 84 percent - say they aren't employed in their dream jobs. This statistic really surprised me. It means that only 16% of Americans are living the dream. Another thing that I found surprising was the at jobs that reported … (48 comments)
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rockland county: Rockland Home Staging - 02/25/07 02:21 PM
Rockland Home Staging - We turn home browsers into home buyers.
Selling a home can be an exciting yet stressful time. Each person who views your home is a potential buyer and first impressions are critical. By using proven and inexpensive home staging techniques, Rockland Home Staging will accentuate the positive aspects … (5 comments)
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rockland county: RELOCATION to or from Rockland County, NY - 11/18/06 09:45 AM
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rockland county: ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY PROFILE - 11/13/06 08:51 PM
I can't believe nobody has posted this information yet! So here it is from my favorite source, Wikipedia.
Rockland County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York, 16 miles north-northwest of New York City. As of 2000, the population was 286,753. It is part of the New York … (0 comments)
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rockland county: Pearl River - 11/12/06 10:57 PM
Pearl River is a hamlet (and a census-designated place) in Rockland County, New York, United States. The population was 15,553 at the 2000 census.
Pearl River is in the western part of the Town of Orangetown.
Pearl River is also the site of One Blue Hill Plaza, Rockland County's first commercial skyscraper and … (0 comments)
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rockland county: What is home staging anyway??? - 10/09/06 06:17 PM
I've just opened a home staging business in Rockland County NY. I am so excited about my new company and eager to tell people about it. Usually when I tell people I've opened a Home Staging Company they say, "Oh, that's great... What's home staging?" I usually say something like, Home Staging is … (6 comments)
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