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Things to Consider When Buying an Older House
Posted on 10/26/2020
Things to Consider When Buying an Older House
Photo by Wulfman65 via Shutterstock When you’re thinking about purchasing a home, an old house versus that new one is something to ponder. If you’ve thought about buying an older home, consider each of these areas before making an offer. Have your agent write contingencies into your contract, and by all means, don’t forego an inspection. Consider HazMat...
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How to Stage Your Home for Different Buyers
Posted on 10/19/2020
How to Stage Your Home for Different Buyers
Image by engin akyurt from Pixabay Staging can be a controversial topic for many home sellers, especially considering the effort and costs it takes to properly prepare the home. But there's no doubt the investment is worth it for many homes in that staging can transform the property entirely for the benefit of the bottom line. We'll look...
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Multi-Generational Living is a New Trend
Posted on 10/12/2020
Multi-Generational Living is a New Trend
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Housing priorities of young families and retired couples can vary. More and more households are combining by necessity or for the added convenience. When households combine, invariably, some adjustments will be necessary. However, the needs of young families with babies and toddlers are not really so different from the "aging in place"...
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Posted on 10/05/2020
How to Negotiate in a Seller's Market
Post Photo by Mohamed Hassan via PixabayIt's easy to believe you don't have much leverage if you're getting ready to buy in a seller's market. Unfortunately, that sense of frustration can result in desperation, which can ultimately lead to overpaying on a home. Before you accept your fate, consider how you may have more power than you think. Start...
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Posted on 09/28/2020
New Construction: How to Design Your New Home
Photo by Jean van der Meulen via Pixabay You are nearing the end of a building project when your general contractor reminds you that it will soon be time to finalize your lighting, fixtures and appliances. You have been looking and saving different ideas for months, so it seems it should be easy to make your final decisions...
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Posted on 09/27/2020
Briarcliff Manor, NY Real Estate Market Update
Click here to view Briarcliff Manor, NY blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...
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Posted on 09/21/2020
Reasons to Improve Your Home's Interior
If you intend to sell your home in the near future, you may want to upgrade your residence's interior. In fact, there are many reasons to improve your home's interior before you list your house, and these reasons include: 1. You can differentiate your residence from the competition. For a seller who wants to help his or her home...
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Posted on 09/14/2020
How and Where to Install Insulation
Image by Lutz Peter from Pixabay Insulation keeps you warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer by reducing either heat coming in or escaping from your home. You might think that adequately insulating a home would be part of the home-building process. But since many new homebuyers don't consider insulation when buying, many home builders only...
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Posted on 10/23/2020
11 Leawood Drive, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 is now new to the market!
There is simply no way this author can overstate how many wonderful memories, special occasions, and friendship this house has seen over the past two decades. And now, the owners are reluctantly turning over this wonderful home to the next lucky buyers! Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, the house lives WAY bigger than most three-bedrooms in the neighborhood, with the three-season Sunroom (200 sq. ft.) and newly finished Family Room/Guest Area (400 sq. ft.) NOT included in the listed square footage. Extra amenities and features abound, including a pellet stove, exterior speakers over the Patio, and an invisible dog fence. This house is truly move-in...
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Posted on 10/21/2020
Another Property Sold - 52 Hudson Watch Drive, Ossining, NY 10562
This is a truly wonderful end unit in Hudson Watch with terrific upgrades and low taxes!! This two bedroom home has everything you are looking for, with HOA amenities like landscaping, snow removal, a wonderful pool (when open) and tennis court to compliment everyday living! This townhouse style single family home is your own retreat, with a stunning extended patio in the back, a Trex deck off the Master Bedroom for morning coffee, a one of a kind Office area (including high end built in furniture and desk) to work from home, and updated Master Bathroom, renovated Hall Bathroom, and newer HVAC so it is truly turn key ready. Add to all of...
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Posted on 09/27/2020
Video Tour - 31 Tappan Terrace, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
A home unlike any other in this wonderful neighborhood! In 2003, the current owner lovingly and completely transformed a typical 1950's Ranch into her dream house! The Master Bedroom was extended to almost twice the original size to allow for TWO walk-in closets, a second linen closet, and a large sitting area. The modern Master Bath has beautiful tile work, a large vanity with double sink, and Jacuzzi tub. The Eat In Kitchen boasts a wonderful, upscale area for cooking; and a separate, beautiful space for meals, complete with vaulted ceiling and door out to a Trex deck where you can enjoy outdoor dining, or just your morning coffee...
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Posted on 09/26/2020
31 Tappan Terrace, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 is now new to the market!
A home unlike any other in this wonderful neighborhood! In 2003, the current owner lovingly and completely transformed a typical 1950's Ranch into her dream house! The Master Bedroom was extended to almost twice the original size to allow for TWO walk-in closets, a second linen closet, and a large sitting area. The modern Master Bath has beautiful tile work, a large vanity with double sink, and Jacuzzi tub. The Eat In Kitchen boasts a wonderful, upscale area for cooking; and a separate, beautiful space for meals, complete with vaulted ceiling and door out to a Trex deck where you can enjoy outdoor dining, or just your morning coffee...
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