Townhouse For Sale! 68 Center St., Highland Falls, NY

68 Center St., Highland Falls, NY 10928 View Map

Highland Falls, NY. Well kept and maintained tri-level townhouse for sale! No HOA fees and low taxes. Conveniently located near Palisades Parkway, Bear Mountain Bridge, Metro North and West Point.

Details

Asking Price:

$135,000

MLS:

4442118

Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms:

1.5

Contact Info

Amalie Thomas

Email

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Townhouse For Sale! 12 Hillside Ln, Valley Cottage, NY

12 Hillside Ln., Valley Cottage, NY 10989 View Map

Valley Cottage, NY. Welcome to this spectacular townhouse! Just move right in and enjoy the custom designed floor plan on your main living area with natural light accenting its beauty. Open floor plan allows you to entertain your guests from every angle of this living area. Your kitchen includes granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, sliders leading to a peaceful deck with nature calling at its best. Spacious living room and formal dining room, lovely powder room. Your third level boast 3 bedrooms. Freshly painted master bedroom with a master bathroom that was also custom designed. The other bedrooms are nicely sized. Another feature on this floor is the conveniently located laundry facility. Two car garage, storage room and lots more. EZ access to major highways and shopping areas. There really isn't anything to think about - this townhouse has it all!!

Details

Asking Price:

$389,815

MLS:

4433380

Sq. Feet:

1626

Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms:

2.5

Contact Info

Maria Segarra

Email

All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Home For Sale! 58 Brianbeth Pl., Tappan, NY

58 Brianbeth Pl., Tappan, NY 10983 View Map

Tappan, NY. Meticulously well maintained Mayflower style home. Home features open floor plan that you will most definitely enjoy entertaining your guests. Two-way sliders from the upstairs kitchen and upstairs family room that boast a palladium window overlooking the plush backyard park like setting. You will enjoy the best of natural light with the skylights too. Spacious updated eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops, formal dining room. The main living room is truly a handsome size. Hardwood floors throughout, Jacuzzi in the main hallway bathroom, master bedroom with a full bathroom. The lower level provides a ready in-law suite with a lovely fireplace and living room area, a bedroom and sitting and/or den with sliders to the patio. There is also a full bathroom in this area and kitchen making it a perfect area for your guests to stay. Also, the roof is 6 months young and the house also has fairly new windows. Conveniently located to shopping areas and an ez commute to NYC!

Details

Asking Price:

$569,520

MLS:

4412179

Sq. Feet:

2237

Lot Size:

.38

Bedrooms:

4

Bathrooms:

3

Contact Info

Maria Segarra

Email

All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Why It's Worth What It's Worth: Factors Affecting Home Value

Why It's Worth What It's Worth: Factors Affecting Home Value
Most of us know the mantra that answers," What are the top three factors that determine a home's value?" If you responded "Location, Location, Location" you're right. But what makes for a good location? And what is it about a particular home that gives it value?

Part of the answer is subjective – one person's ideal feature can be another person's deal breaker. But in general there are factors that affect a home's value and attract, or detract from its appeal to buyers.

Virtually every buyer will be a seller one day, so it pays for both potential buyers and sellers to pay attention to the characteristics that help determine how you present or future home will be valued relative to similar properties in your neighborhood:



Home Characteristics:
•Area (square feet)
•Structural condition
•Total number of rooms
•Number of bathrooms
•Number of bedrooms
•Fireplace(s)
•Central air
•Full, dry basement
•Size of garage
•Energy efficiency, utility costs
•Landscaping, curb appeal


Community Characteristics:
•Quiet, safe, clean, attractive neighborhood
•Overall positive public perception of the community
•Adequate fire and police protection
•Quality public schools
•Libraries and other cultural institutions
•Proximity to shopping, restaurants, recreation
•Access to public transportation
•Well maintained infrastructure; roads, parks and other public recreation facilities
•History of solid property values
•Planned changes to zoning, or proposed development projects that could significantly alter the character of the community


Perhaps the main reason many people choose a particular home is that it simply feels like home. Smart buyers and sellers also keep in mind that a home also represents a big investment in time and money.

Before you decide to buy or sell, talk to a professional at ERA Tucker Associates, Inc. about a comparative market analysis.

ERA Tucker Associates, Inc.
845-623-5200
www.TuckerERA.com

Price, price, price What the heck?

I just finished listening to a major national news station. What did I learn that they do not know "What the Heck" is going on?

I am an active broker, instructor of real estate, active in my real estate communities and on the front lines with my team of agents. We know what is going on. Ask us.

So let me put this in perspective. The old saying was Location, location, location, throw that out and let’s look at today's consumer.

1- Shop till they drop
2- Price is king
3- Interest rates don't matter, as long as the price is right.
(So that is why they shop till they drop)
4- Negotiate till you get the price you want.
5- What tax credit, we don't care, price is king.

Now I know that sounds tough, but today's consumer is a different type of buyer. The days of buying a home and staying forever are over. Most consumers buy a home, for price and convenience of their current life styles. Interest rates, so long as it is not a double digit does not matter, just the monthly payment with taxes. They know that they will not be their forever so who cares about the interest.

What today's consumer is looking at are a great value, great price, terms and conditions that will benefit them. That is why, we see many buyers wait it out for a short sale home situation, foreclosure properties or looking at hundreds of homes (whether it is online or with a realtor). They are willing to wait for great buys.

So forget the location and price it right. A home priced correctly, will sell quickly with terms that will work for both a buyer and seller.

Stop looking at all the data and focus on the property at hand to sell.

Make it the "Star of the show and not one of the cast" price it right!

Sharon Tucker
ERA Tucker Associates, Inc.
www.TuckerERA.com

Spring Fun

Welcome the Spring and watch the flowers grow !

Help for First Time Buyers

Mortgage options are available, but one most make the call and do the homework. When a buyer is looking for a mortgage, I always suggest that they contact three different types of loan companies. Bank and Mortgage Broker. Ask for their options and programs and ask for it in writing. "Good Faith Estimate".
Than sit down with all three and look at all the options, fees and the "APR".
All in all, make sure that you are comfortable with the monthly payment, which includes "PITI" the principal, interest, tax and insurance. Than add on an additional 50% of the that number for your own living expenses. (food, auto, personnel or and a trip for fun).

Now do you really have enough money to live on each month? Only you can answer that question. Be Real!

You house is your home and it is a place to relax and kick back, but not if the burden to live there is great.



Real Estate
Help for First-Time Buyers
By BOB TEDESCHI
Published: March 3, 2010
The State of New York Mortgage Agency, or Sonyma, is offering 30-year affordable-housing loans at 4.75 percent.

Open House Invitation August 9, 2009

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NEW CITY, NY, OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 8/9/09
FROM 1PM-3PM. Wonderful 4 BR split level! Beautiful .69 acre pvt property! Great location for ez commute! $398,000. Stop by or call ERA Tucker Associates, 845-623-5200. www.tuckerera.com. Dir: New Hempstead Rd W, rt – Old Schoolhouse Rd, rt – Stoneham Ln, lft – Butternut Dr to # 17.

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, MONSEY, NY, OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 8/9/09
FROM 2PM-4PM. Totally updtd 2 bdrm 2 bth co-op! Custom designed décor w/neutral colors. Kit w/granite counter tops & new appliances! Pvt deck! $154,899. Stop by or call ERA Tucker Associates, 845-623-5200. www.tuckerera.com. Dir: Rte 59W, lft – Kennedy Dr, rt –Secora to Valley View Gardens to # 2 Secora Rd, #C7.

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NEW CITY, NY OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, 8/9/09
FROM 2PM-4PM. Spectacular 6 Bdrm 3.5 Bth Bilevel on almost ¾ acre property! Beautiful backyard! New designer kit w/center island, stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. Hardwd flrs! Clarkstown Schools! $685,000. Stop by or call Steve, ERA Tucker Associates, 845-623-5200. www.tuckerera.com. Dir: Little Tor Rd No, rt – Phillips Hill Rd, lft – The Promenade, to # 33.

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Welcome Steve Bloom

Join me in welcoming Steven M. Bloom, Associate Broker!

Professionalism and experience mark the 38 year career of this real estate expert in buying and selling of real estate property.

With extensive experience for almost 4 decades , Steven Bloom is the agent to help guide you through your next real estate transaction.

Graduated from both Hofstra and St. John's Universities.

As a former professor of real estate at both St. Thomas Aquinas and Dominican Colleges, he is a proven leader and trainer in the real estate community. As a certified builder he is excelled as a new home specialist.

Whether it's buying or selling you'll know you're in expert hands with a proven track record of hundreds of satisfied clients. Join the list of the satisfied. Remember Steven M. Bloom. Service is My Business with the high powered ERA Team behind me.

Call Steve for all your real estate needs! 845-623-5200 x228

July Real Estate

I can't believe it is almost the middle of July. Well Summer is almost over and the deadline for the $8,000 credit is drawing to a close. If you are ready to buy and use this program you must be closed by December 1, 2009. It seems a far way off, but it is truly around the corner with the end of the Summer. Start looking for a home and give yourself the time you want to preview and pick a home of your dreams. Call us to preview any home for sale in Rockland County New York, ERA Tucker Associates, Inc. 845-623-5200.
www.tuckerera.com

Beauty of Homeownership !

The "Beauty of Homeownership", raise your family, raise your dreams and build your life. Call us today to help you build a dream!
ERA Tucker Associates, Inc.
845-623-5200
www.tuckerera.com

Short Sales from the buyers eyessss

What is a Short Sale? From the Buyer’s eye… If you are considering buying a home during the current market of 2009, you might run into homes on the market, which are a “Short Sale”. A short sale maybe the opportunity you have been waiting for to buy a home in today’s market conditions. A Short Sale to a buyer means you will need patience, patience and patience! Why both you ask? Because a short sale is when the seller of the current home is selling their property for less than they owe and they must receive a bank approval to accept these types of reduced offers. As a buyer, you need to be patient during the process and understand that the owner conditionally accepts the offer, prepares contracts and submits the entire package to the bank holding there mortgage and than waits! What are they waiting for? The current owner is waiting to see if the bank will accept the offer presented, based on an analysis of the market value of the home and the present homeowners ability of repayment. A homeowner has the right to sell the home at any price, but it is the homeowners responsible to pay off all debt to the bank, so that you the buyer can receive free and clear marketable title with no past liens attached to the property. So you see it is still in the hands of the bank to decide to release the homeowner of the debt differential. The homeowner needs to submit to the bank a current financial picture and explain there hardship position. This takes time and the banks are inundated with these requests. Therefore, patience is critical for the buyer. The bank reviews the application and if they feel that a possible hardship exists, they will than have an appraisal of the home and the value of the loss to the bank. If the bank feels that it would be in their best interest to accept the offer they will, if not they will turn the offer down. So when making an offer on a short sale make sure you are offering reasonable current market value of the property, because if it is a bargain in today’s market the bank will let the property foreclose and sell it after it owns the home. Buyer’s attorneys suggest that the down payment be of a smaller value than the normal 10% at contract signing. This is due to the fact the process can take as long as 3 to 6 months for the bank approval. Until the bank approves the offer it would be wise to hold off on a home inspection, because it could be wasted dollars. Make sure the attorney that is representing the buyer has an opt out provision that if they do not have an accepted offer from the bank by a certain date or time frame that the buyer can be fully refunded their down payment. Finally, if your offer is approved be ready to move quickly! Get your home inspection done and be ready to close within approximately 30 days. I hope this opens your eyes to a Short Sale.
Sharon Tucker, ERA Tucker Associates, Inc.
www.tuckerera.com
845-623-5200

It's a Wonderful Life!

"Can't you understand what's happening here?
Don't you see what's happening?
Potter isn't selling. Potter's buying!
And why? Because we're panicky and he's not.
That's why. He's picking up some bargains.!
-George Bailey from "It''s A Wonderful Life"

Help me sell my home

Help me sell my home, before the bank takes it. We are hearing it all the time. I need to sell my home and sell it quickly!
We have a program that might work for you, our "Five Point Marketing Point" ! This proven method of marketing your home has a set time line for working together to get your home SOLD!
If you are ready to be part of the solution call us today!
Sharon Tucker Broker, ERA Tucker Associates, 845-623-5200 www.tuckerera.com