Price Reduced on 3062 Quinlan Street in Yorktown Heights

Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  Just Reduced!!! Hurry...Hurry...Before It's Too Late. 3062 Quinlan Street, a 2,850 sq. ft., 2 bath, 4 bedroom 3 story "Colonial". Now MLS® $575,500 - Underpriced Plenty.

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Contemporary For Sale in Mahopac, NY

Don't Dream A Dream - Buy One!

• 1,984 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm, 1.79 acres "Contemporary Raised Ranch" - MLS® $400,000 - Great Buy For The Money!

Mahopac, Carmel-Kent-Mahopac Area  -  We're Putting You On - to a great opportunity to own this home with super easy commute to Westchester and highways! 1.79 acres of splendid privacy and a large deck for all your entertainment & barbecues. Spacious, warm Sun Room invites family enjoyment and a Living Room with plenty of room for big comfortable chairs and sofas. Lower level features Family Room, potential 4th Bedroom/Den and bath. Marble baths, hardwood floors and 2 car garage. Convenient to everything. Great buy for the money! STAR Deduction of $1,093.

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Ranch For Sale in Cortlandt Manor

Charm, Location and Convenience!

• 1,104 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm ranch - MLS® $295,000 - Can't Miss at This Price

Cortlandt Manor, Cortlandt  -  Nature has provided wooded area surrounding this lovely Two bedroom home yet within convenient distance to all necessary amenities. Sunny modern kitchen boasts stainless appliances & vaulted ceiling in sunken Family room w/Wood Burning Stove for entertaining. Lower level has office space possibilities with a separate entrance, work area & storage. Roof and Boiler replaced. Located near parks, schools, shopping and has easy access to main h'way.

Charm, low taxes, privacy, and convenience add up to the joy of owning this home - can't miss at this price.

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Open House in Yorktown Heights on Sunday

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Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  We invite everyone to visit our open house at 3062 Quinlan Street on November 1 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

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Open House in Yorktown Heights on Sunday

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Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  We invite everyone to visit our open house at 3062 Quinlan Street on October 4 from 1:00 AM to 3:00 AM.

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Price Reduced on 3062 Quinlan Street in Yorktown Heights

Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  Announcing a price adjustment on 3062 Quinlan Street, a 2,850 sq. ft., 2 bath, 4 bdrm 3 story "Colonial". Now MLS® $600,000 - New and Improved Price!.

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3 Story For Sale in Yorktown Heights

A Place To Call Home!

• 2,850 sq. ft., 2 bath, 4 bdrm 3 story "Colonial" - MLS® $620,000

Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  Do You Need More Space? Experience the spacious layout of this 4-bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial home on .8 acres. Great features include spacious LivingRoom, Formal DiningRoom, welcoming FamilyRoom with fireplace, and wet bar. Fully equipped Kitchen, JenAir cook top center island, w/all the counter space & cabinets desired. Hardwood floors thru out Plus huge 16X20 low maintenance Deck for all your entertainment & barbecues. The Perfect Blend of Comfortable Living, Choice Location, and Affordable Price.

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5 Tips for Making Vacant Homes Feel Less Vacant

1.  Rent furniture - Staged homes tend to sell for more and in less time.  Depending on your market and      budget, renting furniture for keyrooms can make a big difference.  If renting doesn't work, leaving a few pieces of furniture can provide a sense of space.

2.  Keep it comfortable - Leave the utilities on and keep the temperature at a comfortable level.

3.  Remove ghost lines - Hide the effects of furniture.  Paint the walls the same color, shampoo the carpet, and replace rugs so there is no evidence of what used to be there.

4.  Hire a maid - Make sure the home remains fresh amd clean.

5.  Keep up curb appeal - Hire a lawn maintenance service.  Make sure the lawn gets watered and the landscaping stays alive.

Source: Realtor Magazine

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2009 First Quarter Market Statistics

According to total closed sales accumulated by the Westchester-Putnam MLS, the first quarter of 2009 lagged behind 2008 sales by 37%.  Westchester’s single family house market with a decrease of 41% from the first quarter of 2008. Putnam County down 31% from same period last year. 
 
The median sales price in Westchester of $532,000 in the first quarter of 2009 represents a 15% decrease from the $622,500 median posted in 2008 first quarter.  In Putnam County the median sales price of $342,450 is 11% decrease from the $386,500, in the same period of 2008.

After a slow start to the year our housing market started to show signs of activity in March as buyers take advantage of the favorable market conditions, low interest rates and federal stimulus package incentives.  Have we hit bottom?  Only time will tell, will keep you posted.

For our local area, see following 2009 first quarter sold stats:

Zone 1 consist of Cortlandt, Peekskill, Yorktown, portion of Somers and New Castle. 

Zone 1	Unit Sold	Average List Price	Average Sold Price	Days on Market	Average Sq Feet	% of List to Sale Price
Single Family	95	$426,150	$401,419	204	1900	94.2%
Condo	29	$297,810	$279,790	186	1313	94%
Co-op	9	$122,735	$114,311	275	780	93.1%

Putnam encompasses Carmel, Kent, Southeast, Patterson, Philipstown, and Putnam Valley.

Putnam	Unit Sold	Average List Price	Average Sold Price	Days on Market	Average Sq Feet	% of List to Sale Price
Single Family	131	$389,306	$368,002	210	2091	95%
Condo	23	$281,513	$271,313	177	1425	96.3%

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New to Market 17 Pembrooke Ct in Putnam Valley

Putnam Valley, Putnam County  -  17 Pembrooke Ct, a 1,900 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm townhouse. $349,000 - New to Market.  

Don't miss out on this value! Lovely vistas from the wrap around deck of this beautiful end unit at Highfields. Home offers open Livingroom/Diningroom floor plan, large Bedrooms with walk in closets, and Familyroom w/custom bar. Plus, bonus room that can be used as a den/office or bedroom, hardwood floors, and plenty of storage. Low monthly maintenance inc: Lawn care, garbage, snow removal, Pool. Beautiful community conveniently located & situated on Westchester County line.

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Apartment For Rent/Lease in Yorktown Heights

IDEAL RESIDENTIAL RENTAL!

• 1,500 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm apartment "Contemporary Ranch" - MLS® $1,750 USD Monthly

Yorktown Heights, Yorktown  -  Ideal Residential Rental And this Landlord will consider Pets! Picture perfect 2 bedroom apartment, set On 3.5 Acres. Enjoy the Wall Of Glass providing breathtaking views of stream & woods that can be seen from LivingRoom, DiningRoom, & Master BedRoom. Large Rooms thru out, Catherdral Ceiling, Natural light thru out, & WBS in Living Room. Convenient To RR, Highways, Shopping & Schools. In Move In Condition. You Will Not Be Disappointed.

Pets Will Be Considered At Owners Discretion. Call Today!

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President Bush Signs Mortgage Relief Bill

                                        

President Bush signed into law legislation that helps
homeowners facing foreclosure and extended a lifeline
to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Highlights:

a.  Permanent increase of Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac loan limits to $625,000. 
     The current limit of $729,750 was set to expire 12-31 and revert back to $417,000.
b.  $300 Billion to back cheaper mortgages for troubled home owners.
c.  3.9 billion to help fix up foreclosed properties. 
d.  $15 billion in tax cuts including a $7,500 tax credit for some first time home buyers.

The Federal Housing Tax Credit of $7,500 for first-time buyers might be the oppprtunity of a lifetime - Another reason for not waiting and buying now. Only homes purchased on or after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009 are eligible.

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Local Market Stats

In anticipation of the second quarter stats for Westchester/Putnam I decided to research our local market. The following are housing statistics for the month of June 2008.    

Zone 1 consist of Cortlandt, Peekskill, Yorktown, portion of Somers and New Castle. 

Zone 1	Units	Average List Price	Average Sold Price	Days on Market	Average Square Feet	% of List Price
Single Family	53	$547,583	$521,269	178	2165	95.19
Condos	17	$333,153	$318,056	151	1362	95.47
Co-Ops	7	$174,057	$165,214	193	928	94.92

Putnam encompasses Carmel, Kent, Southeast, Patterson, Philipstown, and Putnam Valley.

Putnam	Units	Average List Price	Average Sold Price	Days on Market	Average Square Feet	% of List Price
Single Family	51	$395,180	$375,775	181	2487	95.09
Condos	8	$259,588	$252,363	177	1219	97.22
Co-Ops	0	0	0	0

 

How to price to sell and still make a profit

The asking price you set for your home significantly affects whether you will profit in the sale, how much you will profit and how long your home will sit on the market. Your real estate agent's knowledge of the overall market and what's selling - or not selling - will be invaluable in helping you determine the price. The objective is to find a price that the market will bear but won't leave money on the table.

Here are some points to consider: Time. Time is not on your side when it comes to real estate. Although many factors influence the outcome, perhaps time is the biggest determinant in whether or not you see a profit and how much you profit. Studies show that the longer a house stays on the market, the less likely it is to sell for the original asking price. Therefore, if your goal is to make money, think about a price that will encourage buyer activity.

Value vs. Cost. Pricing your home to sell in a timely fashion requires some objectivity. It's important that you not confuse value with cost - in other words, how much you value your home versus what buyers are willing to pay for it. Don't place too much emphasis on home improvements when calculating your price, because buyers may not share your taste. For instance, not everyone wants hardwood floors or granite countertops.

Keep it simple. Because time is of the essence, make it easy for the buyers. Remain flexible on when your agent can schedule showings. Also, avoid putting contingencies on the sale. Though a desirable move-in date makes for a smoother transition between homes, it could cause you to lose the sale altogether.

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Important Questions to Ask Your Agent

Qualifications are important. However, finding a solid, professional agent means getting beyond the resume, and into what makes an agent effective. Use the following questions as your starting point in hiring your licensed, professional real estate agent:

1. Why did you become a real estate agent?
   
2. Why should I work with you?
   
3. What do you do better than other real estate agents?
   
4. What process will you use to help me find the right home for my particular wants and needs?
   
5. What are the most common things that go wrong in a transaction and how would you handle them?
   
6. What are some mistakes that you think people make when buying their first home?
   
7. What other professionals do you suggest we work with and what are their credentials?
   
8. Can you provide me with references or testimonials from past clients?

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