agent brenda: Who You Work with Matters...!
- 07/24/23 01:28 PM
I hear myself say it a lot: "Who you work with matters". It's not just a catchy phrase, it's the truth. And with each residential real estate transaction - especially during these past few, extra-crazy years - it becomes more and more apparent that it's the absolute truth. Buying and/or selling a home is typically an individual's BIGGEST financial transaction. The great majority of consumers do utilize a real estate agent to help navigate the process but quite honestly, it baffles me that more people don't actually interview agents before choosing one that best suits their wants & needs. There are over 82,000
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agent brenda: What's Poppin' in NY's 518 Real Estate Market?
- 04/19/23 05:32 AM
Spring is OFFICIALLY here & with it, the real estate market that I anticipated in my last post is no longer a speculation (revisit it at Wintertime Market Update). So what IS happening in New York's Capital Region Real Estate Market this spring? A LOT! Here are the details: Is the market crashing? NO! Inventory is LOW! SUPER LOW!! This is a BIG topic of conversation & here are the numbers to back it up: On Feb 21st, there were 1510 residential properties seeking buyers. "We all" (i.e. our local real estate world) anticipated this number to climb as we moved into March
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agent brenda: The One About the Condo in Saratoga Springs, NY
- 03/20/23 03:09 PM
73 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs, NY joins the 2023 list of SOLD properties! It would be easy to stop there & just report that the property sold in 2 days and for 102% of asking price. But the REAL story is behind the data... Back in January, I was asked by some Active Rain ambassadors to present to the Tuesday Zoom group. They wanted to learn more about Saratoga Springs. I'm always up for sharing & looked at this as an opportunity to learn more about the group I was part of so of course, my answer was "Sure! I'm in!!". And on
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agent brenda: What I Love About Scotia-Glenville, NY in Feb & Beyond
- 02/27/23 04:59 AM
As February winds down, love is still in the air. And it's not too late to share what I love about my hometown as part of the monthly challenge within our Active Rain community. The town of Glenville was incorporated in 1821, is directly across the Mohawk River from Schenectady &, most frequently, is accessed via the Western Gateway bridge. My family moved to Glenville in 1982 when Dad's employer, General Electric, closed a plant in Maine & transferred him to the main plant in Schenectady, NY. An easy commute of 2.5 has made Glenville an obvious choice for many GE employees
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 20 Old Fort Av, Rotterdam, NY
- 02/17/23 05:13 AM
20 Old Fort Av, Rotterdam, NY $225,000 This ONE owner split ranch is located in a charming neighborhood within the well-respected Schalmont School District. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 half bath, this home has a long list of great amenities including a spacious & fenced yard, central air, newer roof (Aug 2018), new whole house generator (April 2022), front & rear yard sprinkler system, main level laundry, great flow to the exterior through the laundry room & den and SO MUCH MORE! The main level features a bright & spacious eat-in kitchen, living room, full bath with newer, walk-in shower (Dec 2019),
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 73 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs, NY
- 02/14/23 10:13 AM
73 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 $700,000 Are you ready for carefree, luxurious living? Would you love to have everything you want and need within a two block radius? Do you want a home with spacious living areas, great natural light and tons of storage? This 3rd condominium offers all of this and MORE! Unit 304 of 73 Railroad Place features 1583 square feet, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. You'll be pleased to find hardwood floors throughout, a gas fireplace, elegant built-ins, two open air spaces plus a screened porch to watch the world go by, amazing closet space throughout & an
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agent brenda: Zoom Call 1.31.23 Brenda Mayette Saratoga Springs, NY Architecture
- 02/02/23 06:45 AM
I was flattered to be asked to present to Active Rain's "Tuesday Zoom Crew" about our Saratoga Springs area. Residing in Glenville, Saratoga County is a close neighbor & I often find myself within its borders helping to bring buyers & sellers together & new life chapters to begin via real estate. Sharing this information allowed me to reflect upon what I already knew: there are some amazing gems within the Capital Region & I was proud to share such with those in other regions. Meanwhile, I'm also grateful for technology which allows those of us literally around the world to form
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agent brenda: 1170 Regent St, Niskayuna, NY 12309
- 01/19/23 01:14 PM
Affordable, adorable & turn-key! 1170 Regent St, Niskayuna, NY 12309 $230,000 This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is located within the charming & walkable Old Niskayuna. The front porch was insulated & enclosed in 2020 & offers a great place to relax or simply have a spacious entry before stepping into the warm living area. The living room & adjoining dining room are bright & feature hardwood floors. The working kitchen has been updated and boasts soft close cabinetry and a gas range. All of the bedrooms are on the second floor along with a full & updated bath. And... there's one of my favorite
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agent brenda: How to find good Customer Service in Real Estate
- 10/10/22 06:38 AM
I have always been a "stickler" for customer service... I'm a firm believer that no matter how big or how small the transaction, a customer should ALWAYS feel some genuine, human interaction and appreciation any time they interface with a business. This expectation isn't limited to retail; it should be felt in healthcare, the insurance industry, and countless others including my personal favorite: Real Estate. This past weekend, I could actually devote many of its hours to things that I wanted (& needed) to do and just a few to work. I returned home from some errands noting that I had a
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agent brenda: STUNNING CONDO! 107 N Ridge Estates, Troy, NY
- 06/09/22 11:22 AM
107 North Ridge Estates, Troy NY $187,500 Relax & enjoy the easy life in this stunning condo! Offering 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths, this second floor end-unit boosts a new, custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances, soft close cabinets & a granite countertop. Enjoy the open & spacious living area and the bonus of a private balcony. This home has an attached one car garage, great storage & a convenient location. Tour this property here!
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 117 Fabian Dr, Rotterdam, NY 12306
- 02/02/21 09:02 AM
117 Fabian Dr, Rotterdam, NY 12306 $219,900 Just when you thought the real estate market was frozen, here's a house that's ready to become YOUR home sweet home! This three bedroom, one bath Rotterdam split ranch with a sunroom is a charmer with added amenities that are sure to please. This home features an eat-in kitchen with a full array of appliances. Enjoy expanded dining in the bright dining room with bay window overlooking the spacious back yard. Hardwood floors are found throughout the main living
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agent brenda: Agent Brenda's 2020... The Results are In!
- 01/15/21 05:21 AM
It's a wrap... ! As is company tradition, we assembled this week to reflect on last year's business accomplishments. This year's theme was fitting: Regroup, Refocus & Recharge. And we did so Zoom-style for obvious reasons. While it would be easy to focus on the challenges that we all dealt with during 2020, there were far too many successes to fall into that "rabbit hole"... Miranda Real Estate Group can now say that it has helped over 10,000 homes change ownership and passed the related $2 billion sales mark! WOW! Miranda Real Estate Group remains the #1 Independent brokerage in the Capital Region. Miranda
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 27 Gifford Av, Fultonville, NY 12072
- 11/16/20 08:26 AM
27 Gifford Av, Fultonville, NY 12072 $200,000 This 14 year young ranch has southern exposure & is located at the end of a cul de sac within a lovely neighborhood. You'll be pleased to find hardwood floors throughout, a combined living room - dining room, central air, a fenced yard with patio and deck footings making an expansion of your outdoor space an easy reality. The walk out basement (with 9 ft ceilings!) is ready to become added living space and currently houses the laundry and tremendous space for storage. Fonda-Fultonville Schools. Public Utilities. Minutes to the NYS Thruway giving you an easy commute to
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 307 Mariaville Rd, Rotterdam, NY 12306
- 11/12/20 05:07 AM
307 Mariaville Rd Rotterdam, NY 12306 $175,000 IT'S A CHARMER!! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod style home within the Schalmont School District has been improved upon since it's purchase with a long list of improvements and amenities.... Granite countertops & a subway tile backsplash, new sink, new furnace, central air, gutter, new garage door, updated electrical, improved fencing, the addition of a roof ridge vent, cosmetic improvements throughout, & MORE! The first floor features hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen, livingroom, full bath & two bedrooms. The second floor houses a large bedroom and ample storage. Outside of the living space, you'll be
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 227 Third St, Scotia, NY 12302
- 10/21/20 05:30 AM
NEW LISTING! 227 Third St, Scotia, NY 12302 $170,000 Charm, updates, space & walkability await! Be settled in your new home and new community in time to celebrate the end of the year. This 3 bedroom, 1 at1/2 bath traditional house has a handsome & tidy exterior. The enclosed porch is a fantastic place to greet your guests or curl up with a book on a lazy, autumn afternoon. You'll be pleased to find hardwood floors throughout, a wood burning fireplace in the livingroom, and an updated kitchen with a brand new floor , stove & refrigerator. The first floor also features an updated half bath
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 23 Woodside Dr, Glenville, NY 12302
- 10/06/20 09:33 AM
NEW LISTING! 23 Woodside Dr, Glenville, NY 12302 $200,000 This handsome 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home is situated in a lovely neighborhood & close to schools, shopping in Glenville's Town Center, restaurants & places of worship. You'll be pleased to find a brick exterior, hardwood floors, a deck, an updated kitchen (2015), fireplace, 2 car garage, & plenty of storage. The basement is dry and the yard is spacious. Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake Central School District Public Water Septic See more details here! Proudly marketed by "Agent Brenda"/Miranda Real Estate Group
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 2190 Pattersonville-Rynex Corners Rd
- 10/05/20 08:26 AM
NEW LISTING! 2190 Pattersonville-Rynex Corners Rd, Rotterdam, NY 12306 $275,000 If you're looking for a truly peaceful setting where you can enjoy the grandeur of Mother Nature in every season, then look no further! This one owner home was literally built with the hearts and hands of its owners and has been proudly and attentively cared for throughout its six-plus decades of "life". You can literally see for 100+ miles! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch features views from each room, hardwood floors, a spacious eat-in kitchen, a whole house generator, central air, newer roof (approx 11 yrs), and nearly 4 acres to call your
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 1286 Garner Av, Schenectady, NY 12309
- 09/30/20 05:30 AM
1286 Garner Av, Schenectady, NY 12309 $180,000 This 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home has been invested in since day 1 of ownership! You'll be pleased to find hardwood floors, woodburning fireplace, solid surface countertop & newer kitchen appliances, on-demand hot water, a new furnace, new 200 amp electrical service and SO MUCH MORE!!!!!! The first floor features a spacious living room, dining room, kitchen, den & half bath. Crown molding is already in place. The second floor houses all of your sleeping quarters plus a laundry room and a fantastic full bath straight out of a magazine! Two of the bedrooms connect
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 15 Lee Rd, Glenville, NY 12302
- 09/22/20 01:45 PM
NEW LISTING 15 Lee Rd, Glenville, NY 12302 $230,000 A spacious corner lot in a lovely neighborhood that is close to Glenville's Town Center is where you'll find this lovely 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch rambler. One story living awaits with fantastic storage and spacious rooms. You'll be pleased to find hardwood floors ready to be unveiled, a new refrigerator (2020), updated & upgraded 200 amp electrical service, a whole house generator, newer furnace (2012), new water heater (2011) & a brand new roof!! The hard stuff has already been done... bring the fun cosmetic ideas to update this solid home! There's a
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agent brenda: NEW LISTING! 199 West Circular St, Saratoga Springs, NY
- 09/22/20 01:10 PM
NEW LISTING! 199 West Circular St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 $300,000 All of the fun of Saratoga Springs without the McMansion price tag!! This 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath traditional home is situated on a corner lot and was completely updated in 2012. You'll be pleased to find the charm of yesteryear in the hardwood floors & interior doors along with all of the modern amenities including a gas fireplace, central air, a modern kitchen & updated baths. Fantastic covered porch to unwind on and a great patio to host your next happy hour. Don't miss this charmer! SEE MORE HERE! Contact "Agent Brenda" for more
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