dutchess county relocation: Relocating For A New Job Opportunity? Don't Sell Yourself Short....
- 09/07/10 02:18 PM
So, you've been offered a new job, which will result in having to move to a new town. Everything is happening so fast. There's so much to consider all at once. Sell your house, buy a house, new schools for the kids, arranging for movers - and the list goes on. Initially, you might have scanned real estate websites to determine housing affordability. But, wait! Did you only glance at home prices without researching the taxes? Yes, don't forget those property and school taxes? While your at it, check out the state income tax - how does it compare to where you … (4 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Understanding The Mindset Of Employee Relocation
- 10/16/09 04:35 AM
Dear Carol, I look forward to my house hunting trip this upcoming weekend. I'll be in town for three full days but much of my time will be spent meeting with directors of the new division I will begin working for next month. Therefore, I have limited time to view property .... I have selected these 10 listings as my top choices for my price range...... Sellers - Do you understand the mindset of a buyer who is moving to your area due to a corporate relocation? Maybe you are also selling your own home to relocate to a new town for a new job. All the more reason why you … (5 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County NY - Town Information
- 07/12/09 01:25 PM
Are you considering a move to Dutchess County? Are you wondering where you might want to live? If you are new to this area or just visiting, please take a few minutes to browse the links below for information specific to each Dutchess County town. You'll see that each community has its own uniqueness. Dutchess County is located in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York and is conveniently situated between Albany and New York City. The area continues to attract businesses and new residents. Many residents commute to jobs in Westchester County, Connecticut or Manhattan because Dutchess offers more affordable housing than in other … (0 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Town of LaGrange - Dutchess County, NY
- 07/12/09 08:48 AM
The Town of LaGrange in Dutchess County is a scenic Hudson Valley Community located approximately 75 miles north of New York City. LaGrange has long been attractive due to the close proximity to a major north/south route, and the bucolic, scenic countryside. The town is mainly a residential area with most conveniences located in nearby Poughkeepsie. LaGrange includes the communities and hamlets of Arthursburg, Billings, Freedom Plains, LaGrangeville, Manchester Bridge, Moore's Mill, Noxon, Red Oaks Mill, Rombout Ridge, and Titus. The town of LaGrange's name derives from the ancestral estate of the Marquis De Lafayette, who toured the area in … (0 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Poughkeepsie, NY - Information & Home Sales Statistics
- 07/05/09 08:35 AM
Poughkeepsie (pronounced /pəˈkɪpsiː/) is one of the original towns of Dutchess County. The county's first house was erected here by Peter Pieterson Lassen in 1688, where its footprint can be observed in Bowdoin Park. Poughkeepsie, founded in 1687, lies on the east side of the Hudson River, halfway between New York City and Albany. Poughkeepsie has a number of notable institutions for arts and entertainment and is the home of two state-of-the-art hospitals, St. Francis and Vassar Brothers, both with heliport facilities. Vassar College Distance to New York City: 81 MilesMetro-North Commute to Grand Centra: From Poughkeepsie Station - 107 minutesArea: 31.2 square … (2 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County, NY - Demographics Statistics
- 07/05/09 08:00 AM
Dutchess County is located in the Mid-Hudson Valley, halfway between New York City and Albany. The area continues to attract businesses and new residents. Employment and business opportunities continue to increase. Many residents commute to jobs in Westchester County, Connecticut or Manhattan because Dutchess offers more affordable housing than in other suburbs closer to New York City. Commuting to points south is made easy via I-84, the Taconic Parkway, I-87 and Metro North commuter trains. Considering a move to Dutchess Count? The link below offers insight on Dutchess County: http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/36/36027.html
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dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County Is The New Up & Coming
- 06/05/09 01:03 AM
I must admit, I was not too impressed with Poughkeepsie when I first moved to the Hudson Valley from a large Metropolitan city in the Midwest. That was 10 years ago. How things have changed. Could it be that this town sort of grew on me, or is it the transformation that has taken place over time which makes me like this place more? Okay, maybe it's a little bit of both. Perhaps I was a bit shallow back then too. As I remember, I was first disappointed because there wasn't a Starbucks and yet Dunkin Donuts was everywhere. Eventually, Starbucks found Poughkeepsie and the neighboring towns of … (4 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County - Purchase Offers Are UP 27% From This Time Last Year!
- 05/05/09 06:21 PM
Think it's a buyer's market in Dutchess County? Think again. Here's the late breaking news from The Mid-Hudson Multiple Listing Service. The numbers released today show that purchase offers are up 27% from this time last year. The average number of days on the market is down by 7 days from March 2008. This is another subtle indicator that the local market is picking up. Buyers who have been waiting might now be finding themselves very disappointed. While prices have fallen considerably and interest rates are at an all time low, the market has started to shift a little and some agents are even reporting … (5 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County Homes Sales Are Picking Up!
- 04/10/09 06:03 PM
The Poughkeepsie Journal reported this week that the real estate market in the Mid-Hudson Valley is beginning to pick up pace. In March, accepted purchase offers rose 27.2%. Homes sold faster in March 2009 compared to a year ago with the average days on the market decreasing by 7.7 percent to 120 days. One local broker had been quoted for the article to say "new federal first-time home buyer tax credit of up to $8,000, combined with mortgage rates at 5 percent and even below, are the keys". http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20090408/BUSINESS/904080323/1003/NEWS11 Personally speaking, my office recorded almost twice the amount of listing appointments this week compared to 3 weeks … (3 comments)
dutchess county relocation: City Of Poughkeepsie, NY
- 01/06/09 09:28 AM
The City of Poughkeepsie was founded in 1687 and is located midway between New York City and Albany, the state capitol, on the east side of the Hudson River, which recently has been declared to be a National Heritage Area. Poughkeepsie is a small city with a total land area of just 4.8 square miles. It is surrounded on three sides by the Town of Poughkeepsie and on the west by the majestic Hudson River. The name Poughkeepsie is derived from the native Americans that lived in the area. The City has a long and important history. The courthouse on Market Street … (3 comments)
dutchess county relocation: The Town of LaGrange in Dutchess County, NY
- 01/06/09 09:00 AM
The Town of LaGrange in Dutchess County is a scenic Hudson Valley Community located approximately 75 miles north of New York City. LaGrange has long been attractive due to the close proximity to a major north/south route, and the bucolic, scenic countryside. The town is mainly a residential bedroom community area with conveniences located in nearby Poughkeepsie. Educational Facilities - The Town of LaGrange is served by the Arlington Central School District. The following schools are within the town: Arlington High, LaGrange Middle, Titusville Intermediate, Overlook Primary, LaGrange Elementary and Noxon Road Elementary Schools. The town is also home to the … (0 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Hopewell Junction, NY - Ranked #31 Most Desirable Places In 2005
- 08/11/08 04:44 PM
Are you considering a move to Hopewell Junction, NY? You'll be sure to find it a great place here! In fact, Hopewell Junction was ranked #31 on Money Magazine's Most Desirable Places to Live for 2005. One of the reasons for this is that Hopewell Junction is the closest town to the Dutchess County southern border. This makes the commute to NY City approximately one hour. Cross the border of the county south, and home prices are significantly higher. Hopewell Junction has great schools, including one Blue Ribbon elementary school. The hamlet of Hopewell Junction offers an array of businesses, services and everyday conveniences. There are great parks and recreation … (1 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County - It's A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood ...Won't You Be My Neighbor?
- 07/18/08 05:47 AM
Friday, July 18, 2008 - Poughkeepsie Journal. - It doesn't get any better than this! I'd like to think everyday is a good news day. Well, at least today was and I dedicate this post to the Poughkeepsie Journal for the good news that appears on the front page of our local paper. Isn't this a great way to start the weekend? This is a reminder why Dutchess County is such a great place to live. You know it's a good palce to live when the headlines read as follows.... IBM - Quarter earnings one of the best (our major area employer). Balloon Festival - Local … (3 comments)
dutchess county relocation: From State To State - Real Estate Is A Different Game!
- 04/11/08 05:05 PM
I specialize in relocation and feel it's important to mention - the process of a Real Estate transaction differs from state to state. So many agents do not know this. So many buyers and sellers need to be educated to this fact. A transaction in Ohio can close in 4 -6 weeks, while a transaction in NY can take 7-9 weeks (attorney state). Always use caution when planning to simultaneously coordinate two transactions involving two different states. There should always be a back up plan.
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dutchess county relocation: Dutchess County, NY - Real Estate Is Holding It's Value!
- 02/18/08 12:02 PM
If you are a buyer who has been waiting to time the bottom of the real estate market in Dutchess County, you may have already waited way too long. The reality is - our local market is holding value. Waiting to purchase real estate here could be a huge mistake! According to Mid-Hudson MLS, the average selling price of a home here in January 2008 was $371,990. Compare this number to one year earlier - January 2007, when the average selling price was $348,553. See, our local market began changing before the rest of the country and before it became national news! The average selling price in … (5 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Suburbia’s Northward Crawl From New York City
- 01/01/08 02:52 PM
MORE AND MORE CITY DWELLERS ARE MAKING DUTCHESS THEIR NEW HOME....COME TRY DUTCHESS ON FOR SIZE! - AND AFFORDABILITY! The Dutchess County Region of New York is also the heart of the Hudson Valley! After three test rides from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminal, Kelly McCurry and Mark Giordano were convinced they could live some 75 miles north of the city: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/03/11/realestate/11WCZO.html?ex=1331269200&en=d0bfe1471f67d327&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
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dutchess county relocation: Show Me Your Average Home For $375,000
- 12/30/07 06:06 AM
The current average selling price in Dutchess County is just over $375,000. So, I am wondering just what this would buy in other areas of the country. I am creating this post to encourage other Realtors to share and compare. Here is what $375,000 looks like in my community - I am hoping to get a nationwide comparison: … (12 comments)
dutchess county relocation: Apple or Pumpkin?
- 11/16/07 11:16 AM
So, which do you prefer???? What makes a house a home is what goes on inside....the people who make up a family, love, the memories (good times & bad), holidays and traditions. When I think of the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, the first thing that comes to my mind is PIE. I never can decide if I like apple or pumpkin, so I always have a slice of both. And, how about you? I am going to make it just a little difficult - what if you can't have both......Apple or Pumpkin????
So, you've been offered a new job, which will result in having to move to a new town. Everything is happening so fast. There's so much to consider all at once. Sell your house, buy a house, new schools for the kids, arranging for movers - and the list goes on. Initially, you might have scanned real estate websites to determine housing affordability. 
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