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Posted on 10/18/2020
Mortgages for the Self-Employed
Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay When you’re self-employed, it’s difficult to decide whether you are ready to buy a house. After all, your income might come in spurts instead of having a regular check every week or two. Being prepared for the mortgage process increases the chance that your application will be approved. Self-employed people have more hurdles...
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Posted on 10/11/2020
Property Type: What to Ask before Settling In
Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay The number of architectural styles in any given neighborhood can be overwhelming to home buyers, especially if they don't feel immediately called to one type. To help narrow it down, the property you choose should reflect everything from your budget to your lifestyle. The more you account for how you interact with the...
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Posted on 10/04/2020
Buying a Condominium? Pros and Cons to Consider
Image by Wayne Feickert from Pixabay Whether you are buying a condo as a starter home, downsizing or if you just don’t like taking care of a yard, a condo might be the perfect situation for you. However, even with the plus of not having to maintain a yard, condos do have other pros and cons. Low Maintenance...
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Posted on 09/27/2020
Top Ideas for Kitchen Renovations
Photo by Solomon Rodgers via Pixabay When you've been in the same home for a while, it is common to get an itch to switch things up a little bit. For many homeowners, this means renovating the kitchen. Renovation is a great way to not only add a little bit of style but also increase the value of...
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Posted on 09/20/2020
Steps to Take Immediately Following a Flood
Photo by Pete Linforth via Pixabay Floods can be devastating. Not only do they damage many of your personal belongings, but they can also lead to devastating problems with your home. The good news is, you can make the process easier by following a few steps in the immediate aftermath of a home flood. Contact Your Insurance Company...
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Posted on 10/18/2020
Video Tour - 12 Heritage Drive #D, New City, NY 10956
Say hello to an exceptional Tri-Level townhome that s ready for its close-up in House Beautiful as well as for a personal meeting with the most discriminating buyers. First-time listed, it boasts the best location in an elite development. Oversized sliding glass doors in a spacious living room/dining room lead to a large patio with scenic trees and foliage. Your culinary spirit will be awakened by a dazzling top-of-the-line custom kitchen with maple cabinetry, Frigidaire SS appliances, and hardwood flooring. Features include: elegant master en-suite with walk-in closet, a luxurious custom bath, second BR, replaced windows, a bonus...
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Posted on 10/18/2020
12 Heritage Drive #D, New City, NY 10956 is now new to the market!
Say hello to an exceptional Tri-Level townhome that s ready for its close-up in House Beautiful as well as for a personal meeting with the most discriminating buyers. First-time listed, it boasts the best location in an elite development. Oversized sliding glass doors in a spacious living room/dining room lead to a large patio with scenic trees and foliage. Your culinary spirit will be awakened by a dazzling top-of-the-line custom kitchen with maple cabinetry, Frigidaire SS appliances, and hardwood flooring. Features include: elegant master en-suite with walk-in closet, a luxurious custom bath, second BR, replaced windows, a bonus...
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Posted on 10/12/2020
50 Carolina Drive, New City, NY 10956 now has a new price of $499,000!
New City, NY. A lovingly maintained and beautifully expanded Colonial Cape majestically awaits on one-half acre of prime property. The allure begins with a lemonade porch, and continues into a gracious living room with hardwood flooring under carpet. Your culinary spirit will soar as you enjoy an expanded country kitchen with abundant cabinet space, SS appliances, and entry thru French sliding glass doors to a Trex deck overlooking a level rear yard. A sizable family room is ready to host lasting memories. Features include: generously sized bedrooms with an expanded master, second-floor bath with skylight, full finished basement with bar,...
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Posted on 10/02/2020
Another Property Sold - 37 Twin Elms Lane, New City, NY 10956
New City, NY. Outstanding Split Level, impeccably updated and basking in abundant natural light, awaits a discriminating buyer. Look closely at this mint turn-key home, and you will see a lovely combination of form and function. An etched glass front door welcomes you to a living room/dining room with gleaming hardwood flooring leading to an updated eat-in kitchen with easy access to an oversized deck that overlooks a level backyard ready for summer enjoyment. Prepare to be pampered in a state-of-the-art, luxurious custom spa-like bath. Enjoy 4 bedrooms, gracious family room with new door leading to patio, updated powder room, all new...
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Posted on 09/30/2020
Another Property Sold - 39 John Street, New City, NY 10956
New City, NY. Every ingredient in this beautifully updated and expanded Colonial Cape sitting pretty in one of New City s most sought-after neighborhoods can be found right here. Celebrate space when you enter a gracious living room w/ a stone fireplace, leading to a spacious dining room and an inviting family room. Your culinary spirit will be inspired by an eat-in kitchen w/ Stainless Steel appliances, granite counters & a chic glass back-splash. Unique features include: ceiling fans, abundant recessed lighting, gleaming hardwood flooring, vinyl siding, replaced windows, central A/C, replaced front door, walk-out full basement, and a...
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Posted on 09/30/2020
6 Farview Court, New City, NY 10956 now has a new price of $385,900!
New City, NY. The possibilities are endless in this completely renovated Cape, boasting outstanding curb appeal, set on a cul-de-sac, and resting on a beautiful level parcel of land. This house enjoys a new eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and Corian counters waiting to tempt your culinary spirit, a totally renovated full bath, replaced windows -- including an appealing bay window in the living room, fresh paint, new carpeting, and a three-season room off the dining room that is ready to host lasting memories. Room for expansion can be found in a full attic and basement waiting to be finished. Features include: young roof,...
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Posted on 09/17/2020
Video Tour - 50 Carolina Drive, New City, NY 10956
New City, NY. A lovingly maintained and beautifully expanded Colonial Cape majestically awaits on one-half acre of prime property. The allure begins with a lemonade porch, and continues into a gracious living room with hardwood flooring under carpet. Your culinary spirit will soar as you enjoy an expanded country kitchen with abundant cabinet space, SS appliances, and entry thru French sliding glass doors to a Trex deck overlooking a level rear yard. A sizable family room is ready to host lasting memories. Features include: generously sized bedrooms with an expanded master, second-floor bath with skylight, full finished basement with bar,...
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