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Posted on 03/22/2020
Selling Your Home: How It Affects 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 03/15/2020
When Your Homeowner’s Insurance Has Holes
Image by Brasil Creativo from Shutterstock If this is your first time owning a home, your mind is likely consumed with plans to replace the carpet or upgrade the appliances. You want to get the best deals and save money where you can. One area not to skimp, though, is in your homeowner's insurance. The last thing you...
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Posted on 03/08/2020
Convenience Is an Affordable Feature for Home Buyers
If you're in the process of searching for the ideal home for you and your family, there are many things to think about and evaluate. While factors like the quality of neighborhoods and school districts may top your list, another important feature worth prioritizing is convenience. Since life is already complicated enough, it makes sense to simplify your...
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Posted on 03/01/2020
Benefits of an Inflatable Hot Tub
If you have been looking for a way to revamp your home, an inflatable hot tub might be the spark you need. With an inflatable hot tub in your back yard, your loved ones will get the opportunity to spend quality time together and enjoy the health benefits of the bubbly water without putting a damper on your...
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Posted on 02/23/2020
How To Find A Good Neighborhood When You Have Children
When you’re searching for a place to live if you have kids, or even if you’re planning on having kids in the future, the neighborhood you choose is of concern. When you’re single, it’s easy to fill your desire for the city. You live near bars, clubs, conveniences, and more. Once you start thinking with a family in mind,...
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Posted on 02/16/2020
Can You Afford a Second Home?
If you have always wanted to own a second home in the mountains, near the beach or just about anywhere else, now may be the ideal time to transform your dream into a reality. The housing market offers many opportunities for property buyers – even those who already own a residence. If you understand what it takes to navigate...
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Posted on 02/09/2020
When Should You Sell Your House?
There is no right or wrong time to sell a home. However, it is important to remember that selling a home is a life-changing decision. And as such, the decision to sell a home should not be taken lightly. If you are unsure about whether now is the right time to add your house to the real estate market,...
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Posted on 02/02/2020
Landscaping for Curb Appeal
Post Image by Jo Ann Snover from Shutterstock There are many ways you can make your house attractive to prospective buyers. Curb appeal goes a long way when it comes to first impressions. Your yard is one indication of the amount of time you’ve spent caring for your property in general. Buyers are undoubtedly attracted to homes that have...
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Posted on 01/26/2020
Homebuying Tips: Track the Housing Market
If you want to purchase your dream house at a great price, you should monitor the real estate sector closely. That way, you can identify housing market patterns and trends and map out your homebuying journey accordingly. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you track the housing market so you can speed up your home...
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Posted on 01/19/2020
Maintain Your Focus During the Home Selling Journey
As a home seller, it sometimes can be tough to balance short- and long-term goals. Lucky for you, we're here to help you streamline your house selling efforts and ensure you can maintain your focus as you proceed along the property selling journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you stay on course after you...
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Posted on 03/17/2020
Another Property Sold - 127 North Chatsworth Avenue, Larchmont, NY 10538
"Currier and Ives" meet "Norman Rockwell" in this picture post card quintessential "close-to-all" Classic sun-filled 5 Bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Shingle and Stone Center Hall Colonial. Set back on a grassy knoll on deep grounds, this picturesque property in a desirable Larchmont location, is on the market for the first time since 1958. With architectural features, gleaming hardwood floors, expansive stone and slate patio in a private setting, it is a perfect place to unwind and entertain, providing a rare opportunity for the discerning buyer who desires to add their personal touch and vision with possible expansion possibilities. Recently painted...
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Posted on 03/12/2020
1625 Urban Street, Mamaroneck, NY 10543 is now new to the market!
For Nature Lovers who would like to unwind on the deck or lush lawn and view the Herons, Kingfishers and Orioles, this young, fresh 4 Bdrm/2.2 bath Colonial, nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac in desirable Harbor Heights, around the corner from the newly renovated Warren Park, is flooded with natural light, and offers an open floor plan with updated kitchen with white cabinetry, new stainless appliances, center island granite countertop, greenhouse window in DR, spacious LR/FPL with FD to rear deck, PDRM, with mudroom off garage, an additional convenience, to complete first floor. With all 4 bedrooms on the second, including MSTR...
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