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Posted on 07/26/2020
3 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 07/19/2020
How to Find the Best Green Home Builder
Are you familiar with “green” home builders? They are contractors who construct homes from sustainable or renewable products. These green home builders use durable materials in building all kinds of homes ranging from individual bungalows to expansive, real estate developments. Just like traditional builders, they handle diverse types of construction but build in a way that minimizes waste....
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Posted on 07/12/2020
Does Your Home Have Unpermitted Additions?
Image by Sue Smith from Shutterstock House owners frequently remodel, upgrade, or otherwise make changes in their homes for which they do not secure a permit. While some changes do not require permitting, others do. The challenge comes when you attempt to sell the home. You may run into a problem when a buyer makes an offer on...
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Posted on 07/07/2020
How Much Time Do You Need to Create a Home Listing?
There is no surefire formula to craft the perfect home listing. Instead, a seller must allocate the necessary time and resources to ensure a listing hits the mark with buyers. If a seller fails to do so, this individual may struggle to stir up interest in his or her home. Perhaps worst of all, this seller's home may linger...
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Posted on 06/28/2020
How Selling Your Home Impacts Your Taxes
Photo by Acharaporn Kamornboonyarush from Pexels In a nutshell, if you have owned a home for five years and lived in it for at least two out of five years, or if you’ve owned the house for two years and lived in it the entire time, a single person has a $250,000 tax exemption. If you are married,...
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Posted on 06/21/2020
Choosing a Security System for Your Home
Image by Andrey_Popov from Shutterstock Burglary is one of the more common types of crimes in the US today. Every day, many homeowners wake up or get back from work to discover their homes robbed. Given the financial, psychological, and physical damage that can happen, protecting your home is always ideal. You don’t have to be a victim....
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Posted on 07/27/2020
27 N Little Tor Road, New City, NY 10956 now has a new price of $539,000!
New City, NY. Irresistibly enchanting, this expanded Split-Level house is in mint condition. A vintage gem w/ 2 access roads, rock walls, specimen plantings, & a paver walkway leads to a delightful, sophisticated & impeccably kept home. A screened 3-season room, LR/DR w/ hardwood flooring, built-in bar, custom kitchen w/ large island, granite counters & wood burning stove are just the start. The allure continues w/ a luxurious master BR suite boasting tray ceilings, gas F/P, master bath w/ BainUltra whirlpool tub & steam shower, and his & hers walk-in closets + dressing room. Charming family room, walk-up attic and third...
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Posted on 07/18/2020
Another Property Sold - 286 S Mountain Road, New City, NY 10956
Captivating, unparalleled panoramic water views and access to New City s coveted Lake Lucille await in this extraordinary contemporary ranch celebrating abundant space and an open floor plan. Offering a refined lifestyle and profound serenity, the allure begins with outstanding curb appeal and a circular drive. Walls of glass, rich natural light, cathedral ceilings, skylights, two wood-burning fireplaces, high-end finishes, eat-in kitchen with granite counters and entry to deck with awning featuring stunning views and mesmerizing sunrises and sunsets will dazzle you. Be pampered in a romantic master bedroom suite with whirlpool tub and...
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Posted on 07/15/2020
39 John Street, New City, NY 10956 is now new to the market!
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 07/07/2020
37 Twin Elms Lane, New City, NY 10956 is now new to the market!
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 07/07/2020
5B Heritage Drive #B, New City, NY 10956 is now new to the market!
New City, NY. If this impeccable, updated Tri-Level Condominium feels instantly enticing, that s simply you falling in love with it. A sharp paver patio welcomes you to this light and bright, move-in-condition unit. Enjoy a sparkling white, eat-in kitchen with an easy pass-through window to the dining area, boasting new flooring and recessed lighting. A master en-suite bedroom with walk-in closet, finished basement, private laundry, one-year home warranty protection plan, club house, swimming pool, basketball & tennis courts, and tot playground are an irresistible combination of enchanting amenities. Charming outdoor entertaining and...
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Posted on 06/30/2020
27 N Little Tor Road, New City, NY 10956 now has a new price of $549,000!
New City, NY. Irresistibly enchanting, this expanded Split-Level house is in mint condition. A vintage gem w/ 2 access roads, rock walls, specimen plantings, & a paver walkway leads to a delightful, sophisticated & impeccably kept home. A screened 3-season room, LR/DR w/ hardwood flooring, built-in bar, custom kitchen w/ large island, granite counters & wood burning stove are just the start. The allure continues w/ a luxurious master BR suite boasting tray ceilings, gas F/P, master bath w/ BainUltra whirlpool tub & steam shower, and his & hers walk-in closets + dressing room. Charming family room, walk-up attic and third...
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