rockland county: Spectacular Grand View Victorian
- 03/07/14 04:33 AM
Built in the late 1800's this quintessential Victorian has been sympathetically upgraded over the years leaving many of the original features in place. There are three beautiful fireplaces with ornate mantles and hearths, ceiling roses, deep moldings, beautiful hardwood floors, leaded and stained glass windows with the Fleur-de-lys, coat of arms motif and much more. The addition of a sun-room spanning the entire eastern wall with a large wrap around deck outside, made so much more of the fabulous location of this property commands. Further upgrades include a professional grade kitchen, air-conditioning, new bathrooms, a sumptuous master suite with private deck and bathroom … (0 comments)
rockland county: The Feng Shui of Living on (or near) Water
- 08/09/13 09:04 AM
Properties on lakes and rivers have always been popular among buyers, especially for homes in the Hudson River towns and on the pristine lakes in New York's up-state counties. Oddly, there seems to be a disproportionate number of buyers of Asian descent interested in these properties. One reason Asian buyers favor water properties may be the practice of Feng Shui. The term Feng Shui literally translates to "wind-water" in English. Pronounced "phung shway," it is the ancient Chinese art of the placement and arrangement of space to achieve harmony with the environment. It is practiced in many Asian countries, including China, … (0 comments)
rockland county: A Coptic Christian Church in Rockland County
- 06/05/13 10:52 PM
I thought I knew about most of the world's religions, or at least heard of them. But when I listed a Rockland County home for sale at 1 Stammers Drive, in Stony Point, I couldn't help but notice a large brick church with a massive parking lot along the way. The sign outside referred to it as a Coptic Christian church. That was a new one to me! It turned out to be the St. Pachomius Coptic Orthodox Church of Stony Point, NY. Located on Swim Club Road, the Egyptian Coptic Church provides services and outreach to members of its faith. … (0 comments)
rockland county: Rockland County FEMA Disaster Assistance Center Opens
- 11/08/12 06:36 AM
We are now able to confirm that the Rockland FEMA Disaster Assistance Center is OPEN at the Rockland County Fire Training Center FIRE TRAINING CENTER 35 Firemen’s Memorial Dr Pomona, NY 10970 (845) 364-8800 You will be able to register there or online Contact: www.DisasterAssistance.gov - or you can also apply via smart phone at m.fema.gov. Tel: Registration phone number at 1-800-621-3362; those who have a speech disability or hearing loss and use TTY, should call 1-800-462-7585 directly; for those who use 711 or Video Relay Service (VRS), call 1-800-621-3362. For those who suffered damage as a result of Hurricane … (0 comments)
rockland county: There's still time to go apple picking in the Hudson Valley!
- 10/18/12 01:50 AM
by Vanessa Saunders If you've been putting off your annual trip to the orchards for fall apple picking, you'd better get a move on. Because of a lighter than usual crop, this year's apple harvest will end early. If you wait 'til the end of October to pick fresh apples upstate, there may not be any! Here's are several orchards near Rockland County that offer apple picking and much more.WESTCHESTER COUNTYHarvest Moon Farm and OrchardAlong with 25 varieties for apple picking and three varieties of pears, this family-run farm has plenty for kids to do. Lots of livestock to pet including … (1 comments)
rockland county: Piermont NY - Classic Riverview Colonial and Guest Cottage Hit Market!
- 09/28/12 09:23 PM
A true Piermont classic with lovely river views. Offering new kitchen, bathrooms, windows and skylites with many renovations including electrical wiring throughout. Ready for you to move into and start enjoying this wonderful village's eclectic lifestyle. The property leads to the Erie Railroad Trail and is moments to the village center with it's many fine restaurants, galleries and amenities. Tallman State Park, The National Esturine Preserve, Piermont Landing, 3 Marina's and a true village lifestyle just 12 miles from the George Washington Bridge. Easy commute via PIP, express bus or train via TarryTown/Pearl River. Check out the virtual tour for many … (0 comments)
rockland county: Rockland County Firework Display Schedule: JUly 4th 2012
- 07/03/12 10:15 PM
Good News! The cloudy skies are set to clear for tonights fireworks celebrating Independance Day! Rockland County, NY is hosting two mega displays this evening, Enjoy! 7 PM, Pearl River Annual Pearl River Holiday Concert & Fireworks will be held at the Gazebo, Central Avenue. Fireworks begin at 9:45 PM. Free.845-359-5100. www.orangetown.com
Dusk, Nyack Enjoy the annual fireworks display at Memorial Park. Free. 845-358-0229. www.nyack.org
There are many other fireworks displays on the other side of the Hudson in Westchester over the next few days too!
With all the continuing news about the bad housing market in America, there is a bright spot on the Hudson. Here at GPS real estate we actually have a waiting list for moderately priced single family homes in Piermont, Rockland County, NY.
There are only 17 single family homes currently for sale in Piermont. Seven are priced at or over $1 million. There are only two for sale between $450,000 and $700,000, the most popular price bracket.
Piermont has long been a desirable place to live. With its location overlooking the Hudson River, its close proximity to … (1 comments)
rockland county: Where Did All the People Go?
- 12/10/11 04:20 AM
Ever wondered where people are moving to? As a Realtor that works with many corporations and investors it's important to understand the "Migration" patterns and demographics of home owners in order to ensure that we are marketing our listings correctly. Recently Jon Bruner of Forbes, with the help of IBM, created an interactive map of the USA. It provides traffic pattern information instantly, together with demographics that up until recently would have taken days to collate.
For example, you can instantly see from the Rockland map above, that more people are moving out than into the county. It's also easy … (2 comments)
rockland county: The Economy of Feminomics
- 12/09/11 12:21 AM
Economist and creator of Feminomics® Lisa Kaess interviews 6 business women to get main street's perspective on the new economy. www.feminomics.com - Local business woman from Nyack is spotlighted. Please come to the preview today at the Nyack Center and also receive 20% off goods at many stores in the village today also! http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10151021798405265& … (0 comments)
rockland county: Short Sale Shocker!!
- 11/30/11 11:53 PM
A lovely young couple called me last week, they asked if I would be able to show them any short sale properties in the area and proceeded to provide me with their information, pre-approval, etc. Both are working in good jobs but plan on starting a family sometime in the near future and hope to find an affordable home by buying a short sale property. Their long term plan is to get a better than starter home at a starter home price and hopefully stay in it while bringing up a family.
I was delighted to send them several … (3 comments)
rockland county: Tappan Zee Bridge Meetings - What you need to know
- 10/20/11 10:39 AM
Do you know about what's in store for the Tappan Zee Bridge and how it can impact the value of your property in not just the River towns but Rockland in general? In a Recent Journal News article it appears that the plans for Mass Transit to be added to the bridge have been dropped, Please be aware of the upcoming meetings and make sure that you know the implications of what is being decided. Please join the Federal Highway Administration, the New York State Department of Transportation, and the New York State Thruway Authority for Public Scoping Briefings on the … (0 comments)
rockland county: Catch 22 for sellers AND tenants in Rockland County, NY
- 08/15/11 02:07 AM
Interesting how things change isn't it? In New York's smallest county Rockland situated just a few miles north of NYC on the west side of the mighty Hudson River, rentals from single family homes to river view apartments, have always been readily available and much more affordable than those of upscale Westchester on the east side of the river. Commuting to New York isn't quite as easy as from the eastern shores where frequent Grand Central bound trains are available. Rockland residents mostly commute by bus to 42nd St., which is a little over an hour's ride, or drive down the leafy … (1 comments)
rockland county: Looking for a fun job in Rockland? This might be your chance
- 05/06/11 10:14 AM
There will be a Job Fair held in Hillburn for the New Baseball Stadium in Pomona! Date: Saturday May 7th, 2011 Time: 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Location: The Bubble at the St. Lawrence Center - 115 Torne Valley Road, Hillburn NY 10931 Click the link below for information about the job fair and learn more about the New Home of the Rockland Boulders. https://www.rocklandboulders.com/positions Good Luck!! … (0 comments)
rockland county: Lots to do in Rockland NY during May
- 05/01/11 02:22 PM
What a great month this is promising to be. To start this busy month of May in Rockland County, NY the weather today was spectacular! Let's hope that the weather holds for some of the months events that include a Fishing Tournament at the Light House Restaurant & Marina in Piermont on May 27 thru May 29 (More details to follow) and for next weekend's huge cycle event Gran Fondo when over 5000 cyclists are expected to ride through our county. On the housing front we will be holding a county wide open house weekend Sat 14 & Sunday 15th May, more details … (0 comments)
rockland county: 31 Days in May Blog Challenge
- 04/28/11 01:15 AM
My husband says "Why? Aren't you busy enough? Why do this to yourself?" I say, Active Rain has become such an important part of my business that I will rise to the challenge and am grateful to those that put it together for "dangling the carrot," so to speak! And anyway May has sooooo much going on in the counties of Rockland and Orange New York, that I feel confident that this will be a breeze! Hopefully my readers will think so too... … (3 comments)
rockland county: Short Sales are worth the fear of loss when they are done right...
- 04/18/11 02:42 AM
I'm finding that a lot of Realtors are turning their buyer clients away from Short Sales. We all know that historically they have been difficult to negotiate. We've gone from seeing multiple offers and the selling agents having no clue as to handle them, attorneys that have no clue as to handle a short sale correctly, followed by months of frustration for all concerned. Now it appears that short sales are seeing minimal traffic or worse, no offers at all. Which ultimately leads to expired listings and even worse for the sellers, foreclosure. Buyer agent's are clearly fed up with months of angst of dealing … (2 comments)
rockland county: How High Hopes Lead to Low Results
- 04/08/11 01:07 AM
I'm finding more and more sellers are attempting to "test" the market by listing at a price I find hard to believe a competent Realtor would even consider going to market with. "I'll list with you, but only at my price" is becoming prevalent. How many of us have heard the cry "I'm not giving my home away?" I would be making a decent living if I only got a dollar every time I heard those words! However, it seems to be an ever increasing plea from homeowners desperate to recover their "investment" needed for retirement, or more often than not … (6 comments)
rockland county: More things to worry about at night: Should your home be insured against these oddball threats?
- 04/06/11 09:34 AM
You say there's no need to worry about your homeowner's insurance. What could happen? Fire? Theft? Your boiler's water breaks? It's not uncommon to feel secure in the knowledge that your insurance company has you completely covered. But what about these odd but possible disasters? We bet you're not covered for at least some of these, all of which have happened recently in the United States! Before you start losing sleep, you can help yourself by first finding out what kind of policy you have. If you don't want to figure it out on your own by deciphering a ream of … (1 comments)
rockland county: Home with attached professional office in Pearl River, NY
- 03/06/11 10:20 AM
Zoned Mixed Use Professional/SFR A wonderfully situated home plus suite of offices ideally suited to anyone wishing to work from home - Currently has 5 exam rooms + reception Plus 3 bed-3 bath home. The lower level (former staff quarters) offers further room for improvement with outdoor access. There is a large yard to the rear with patio and small deck. Pretty trees & Landscaping Can be sold with existing tenant in professional suite if exisitng income desired or bring your own business - Ideal for Chiropractor/CPA/Realtor etc.. Busy street off Middletown Rd close to CVS and Main St. Click … (0 comments)
Vanessa Saunders MBA, MIMC, CIPS, is based in Piermont, NY. 12 miles north of Manhattan, on the Hudson River.
Broker owner of GPS real estate (Global Property Systems Real ) the company's team of local agents covers the Lower and Mid-Hudson Hudson Valley market area, including Manhattan, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Sullivan and Dutchess counties of New York.
As a Certified International Property Specialist and Member of FIBCI (The International Real Estate Federation) Vanessa specializes in marketing her team's listings globally. She is successful in attracting investors, relocation executives and buyers, in all price ranges, not just from local markets, but global markets.
The GPS team of full time professional multilingual Realtors are adept in assisting buyers find the ideal property and negotiating successful transactions and investments.
GPS real estate is a full service brokerage providing full relocation and EB-5 and E-2 visa assistance or simply moving you across town.
You can reach Vanessa at (845) 848 2218.
Members of the National Association of Realtors
New York State Association of Realtors
Hudson Gateway MLS
Manhattan MLS
NYS MLS
FIABCI
Built in the late 1800's this quintessential Victorian has been sympathetically upgraded over the years leaving many of the original features in place. There are three beautiful fireplaces with ornate mantles and hearths, ceiling roses, deep moldings, beautiful hardwood floors, leaded and stained glass windows with the Fleur-de-lys, coat of arms motif and much more. The addition of a sun-room spanning the entire eastern wall with a large wrap around deck outside, made so much more of the fabulous location of this property commands. Further upgrades include a professional grade kitchen, air-conditioning, new bathrooms, a sumptuous master suite with private deck and bathroom … (0 comments)
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