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Luxurious Brick Victorian Majestically Sited Overlooking The Hudson River
Friday, January 18th, 2013 at 1:18pm. 1385 Views, 0 Comments.
When looking for homes for sale in Upstate New York, the Ulster County Real Estate market offers a variety of choices; from charming country retreats, to beautiful historic properties and outstanding luxury homes, and everything in between!
There are so many wonderful locations and properties throughout the Ulster County and Hudson Valley area, with rolling meadows, gorgeous farms, sweeping mountain views and stunning river views. This historic and luxurious home is just one of my favorites!
Located in Kingston NY, this spectacular second Empire Brick Victorian, that was previously on the market, features outstanding Hudson River views, 13 park-like acres, a carriage house and a caretaker's house, a gazebo and fountains add to the beauty that all of…
Fun Holiday Events Happening Throughout Ulster County
Thursday, December 6th, 2012 at 2:09pm. 1218 Views, 0 Comments.
Ulster County, has been referred to as the heart of the Hudson Valley area, featuring outstanding majestic mountain views of the Catskills and Shawangunks, as well as incredible Hudson River views. With the charm of quaint small towns, beautiful meandering country roads, historic towns and diverse culture, the area thrives and shines all year round. And during the Holiday season, festivities are in full swing. Below is just a short list of the many different events and activities taking place around the area. So, if you're out and about, stop by and check things out, you'll have a blast!
Uptown Kingston Snowflake Festival & Open House
Friday, December 7th from 5-8PM: Stockings and little stuffers to first 1,000 visitors. Follow the balloons for…
Fun Fall Activities In Ulster County, New York
Friday, October 26th, 2012 at 9:46am. 871 Views, 0 Comments.
Located in Upstate New York, Ulster County is a place that is known for its natural beauty and quaint charm, making it the crown jewel of the Hudson Valley. The beautiful quaint towns throught the Ulster County area has always been a popular weekend travel destination for many people who live in New York City because it offers a relaxing retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Aside from being a great place to visit, Ulster County is also a great place to live. Whether it is spring, summer, fall, or winter, Ulster County has a variety of unique activities and events for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. One of the best seasons for fun activities and events in Ulster County, though, is fall.
Fun Fall Activities And Events In…
Stage Your Home for Increased Value and Faster Sales
Thursday, October 25th, 2012 at 12:31pm. 752 Views, 0 Comments.
Your home is one of your most valuable assets. Getting it ready to put on the market takes time and work from both you and your real estate agent. An Ulster County MLS Top Producing agent can guide you in all the steps to ensure that you put your best foot forward when staging your home. Money spent staging your home translates to a quicker sale and a higher selling price.
There are many levels of staging from simple painting and new curtains to a full-blown interior decorating makeover. The decision regarding how to stage your home should largely be driven by the type of buyers that you expect to be shopping for a home like yours. Hiring an agent who is familiar with the Ulster County real estate markets is your best bet for getting the information you…
What Is Zillow's Zestimate?
Sunday, September 9th, 2012 at 8:51am. 894 Views, 0 Comments.
Many websites are available to view Ulster County real estate, such as realtor.com, homes.com, trulia.com & zillow.com. These national real estate websites have become more and more popular over the years, especially Zillow which displays their own estimated value (Zestimate) on each home for sale. The value of a home is an important number to both buyers and sellers. Both parties need this number to be accurate. If the number is understated, the buyer is likely to push for a price close to this number while the seller will probably not agree with the number. If the value is overstated, the seller likes the number and the buyer does not.
Zillow calls its home value number a Zestimate. Both home owners and home buyers can see this number and while it often…
Woodstock, NY is a Wonderful Place to Live
Monday, August 13th, 2012 at 3:26pm. 1364 Views, 0 Comments.
If you're thinking about buying a home, and you are not currently looking at Woodstock NY homes for sale, you need to. Woodstock is a place of fun and excitement as well as being rooted in history. Woodstock, kown as the "Colony of the Arts", is a hot spot destination for many "Manhattanites", who enjoy a peaceful, serene setting, yet convenient to everything! From weekend rentals, to second homes, and country retreats, many visitors to the area love it so much, they have made the move!
A Brief History
Woodstock, NY was founded in 1787. Hudson River School painters began moving there in the late nineteenth century. Sick of industrialization, Ralph Radcliffe Whitehead and Hervey White arrived in 1902 and the arts and crafts community of Woodstock was…The Time for Buying a Luxury Home Has Greatly Improved
Friday, July 13th, 2012 at 1:58pm. 753 Views, 0 Comments.
The recent real estate report of May 2012 has given a boost of confidence to companies associated with real estate. The people who sell luxury homes across the land have even more reason to celebrate. Improved conditions in the market are enticing more transactions for properties priced at $500,000+.
Defining Luxury Home Loans
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the two largest conventional mortgage lenders, have long held in place some guidelines about loan amounts. One rule is the maximum mortgage that they will underwrite. As of this writing that maximum rests at $417,000. For all intent and purposes, that amount would seem more than fitting for the vast majority of American looking to buy a home. But you might be surprised to learn that…
How Ulster County Stacks Up!
Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012 at 10:48am. 825 Views, 0 Comments.
Is the Ulster County Real Estate Market improving? This infographic shows Ulster County Market trends as compared to the entire New York State real estate market. See how Ulster County stacks up in new listings, closed sales, inventory and median price. Statistics show May 2012 compared to May 2011.
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<br> <p><a href="http://www.murphyrealtygrp.com/blog/how-ulster-county-stacks-up-against-new-york.html"><img src="http://www.murphyrealtygrp.com/images/ulster-county-real-estate-stats_1094.png" border="0" alt="Ulster County Real Estate Market Stats" /></a></p><p>For more <a href="http://www.murphyrealtygrp.com/">Ulster County Real Estate Stats</a> visit MurphyRealtyGRP.com </p>Home Staging - Curb Appeal AND Pix Appeal
Thursday, June 28th, 2012 at 4:26pm. 621 Views, 0 Comments.
Everyone has their own individual taste and style, and when trying to sell your home, there’s one common factor, you want the home to show the best it can, make it as appealing as possible, and draw the potential buyer in. This has been more commonly known as “curb appeal” or the first impression a property conveys to potential buyers as they pull up in front. A house that looks unattractive from the street won't sell, as the mantra goes.
As the internet keeps growing, with social media websites exploding and more and more people browsing the web, a properties "pix appeal," or attractiveness in photos posted in online listings, is equally important. The latest study by the National Association of Realtors® revealed that more than 90% of home…
Ulster County - Heating Up The Calendar Of Events
Friday, June 22nd, 2012 at 4:11pm. 548 Views, 0 Comments.
If you haven’t noticed, summer is here! Some of us love it and think it’s about time; others can’t seem to function in the heat. Either way, it looks like it’s going to be a beautiful weekend here in Ulster County NY and throughout the Hudson Valley.
Even in the sweltering heat, Ulster County offers something for everyone. Some may decide to take a relaxing weekend, stay inside and soak up the air conditioning, while watching the kids run through the sprinklers. Others may decide to hop in the car, blast the air, or role down the windows and take a scenic drive down one of the many beautiful country roads throughout the county, from winding country roads through the beautiful Blue Mountains and the Catskill Mountains, to beautiful scenery along…
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