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Goshen, NY Real Estate News

By Marie Meyer, Orange County New York Realtor
(Keller Williams Realty)
Where is my muse this evening?  Still absorbing my day, I would imagine.  Some days are designed purely for input.  Today was one such day ... the most beautiful of New York autumn blue sky and sunshine, sparkling colors with peek-a-boo lights, stop by the side of the road, warm your face, take it all in kind of day.  No clouds, no existential angst.  To be is all there is and it is good.  And then I realize that I left my camera behind but decide to forgive myself, laughing that I see life in blogs of time.  A journey I cannot share in the Rain as I would like to; words are all I have now. I take country roads from Cornwall to Goshen, through Mountainville's valley and mountain views, interrupted by Washingtonville's main thoroughfare where I get a ticket at a sticker checkpoint.  A T...
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By Katheryn DeClerck, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, CBR, GREEN, GRI, RSPS, SREs
(Howard Hanna | Rand Realty)
Extraordinary circa 1789! This special home is off the beaten path nestled on 1.9 acres. From the moment you step into the gracious entry foyer you will be delighted. Features include front and rear parlors, an immense dining room, hardwood floors with inlaids, moldings and pocket doors. With a total of 8 bedrooms including a 2 bedroom apartment with separate kitchen and living room, this home perfect for the large extended family. A full walk up attic too!
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By Katheryn DeClerck, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, CBR, GREEN, GRI, RSPS, SREs
(Howard Hanna | Rand Realty)
THIS IS A BIG FRIENDLY COLONIAL WITH 5 BEDROOMS. There are hardwood floors in the formal living room and dining room. The kitchen has been renovated. There is a den, a woodstove in the family room and a workout room in the finished basement. The master suite has a walk in closet and a private bath. The oversized deck is perfect for the large family gatherings. All this on just over 1/3 of an acre in a commuter friendly neighborhood. A home warranty is included. Asking $335,000.
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By Katheryn DeClerck, ABR, AHWD, C2EX, CBR, GREEN, GRI, RSPS, SREs
(Howard Hanna | Rand Realty)
This 3 bedroom home has new everything! New: roof, furnace, siding, septic, bath, kitchen, hardwood floors, electric. Make this your first home! Perfect for the growing family. Other features include a large enclosed porch, big eat in country kitchen, basement and shed. Convenient to highways. Good commuter location. Don't settle for a condo when you can buy a home with a half acre yard. Your search will end with this home.
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By Anthony Stokes-Pereira, Realtor
(Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty)
The Orange County United Way sponsors "Touch-A-Truck" at The Orange County Government Center, a family-friendly event that allows children and guests to see, touch, and learn about a variety of vehicles such as fire trucks, dump trucks, excavators, cement mixers, cherry pickers, and others. For more information please call 845-457-4774 or visit www.uwoc.orgReal Estate Information: For assistance with any of your real estate needs, please call or visit me, whether it's to get started on helping you realize your goals and dreams, or just to ask a question. I would welcome the opportunity to make a difference for you.Goshen Real Estate Information: http://www.anthonystokespereira.com/ For Buying and Selling Real Estate, please contact; Anthony Stokes Pereira of Prudential Rand Realty at (8...
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By DDR Realty, Orange County NY
(DDR Realty)
March 2 thru March 8 is National Consumer Protection Week. Orange County, NY Executive Edward A. Diana and Department of Consumer Affairs Commissioner Charles Mitchell marked National Consumer Week with special outreach programs designed to heighten awareness of consumer issues.The Orange County Department of Consumer Affairs wants to protect the residents of the county and would be residents of Orange County from fraud, deception and unfair business practices. Its goal is to promote an atmosphere of trust for consumers in the marketplace by providing consumer assistance and advice in handling problems encountered with the county's business community.Staff members from the New York State Attorney General's Office are on hand to assist consumers with issues. For further information, plea...
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
Do you remember when a copper penny was worth, well, a penny? That hasn't been the case for a while.U.S. pennies used to be made primarily of copper. Those minted 1793 to 1837 were pure copper. In following years the copper content of pennies fluctuated somewhat, but aside for a brief time in 1943 when pennies didn't contain any copper at all, the copper content of pennies has ranged a pretty steady 88% to 95%.  All that changed however in 1982. In 1982 the copper content of a modern U.S. penny dropped to 2.5%! So what happened to warrant this change? What happened is, copper has increased dramatically in value. A metal that was worth 75.7 cents a pound as recently as January of 2003 is now in 2008 worth $3.16 a pound. The value of copper has increased four fold in the last five years. ...
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
Why do so few people exercise their right to vote? Here we are, living in arguably the greatest democracy on earth, and most adults never do the democratic thing, VOTE. I always try to be among those casting ballots. Even in the off years when only "minor" officials are up for election, I make my appearance. The "minor" is in quotes for a reason. There are no minor officals. Everyone is a cog in the wheel. Everyone has a part to play in a democracy, and my part is to help those I believe can do the job best get their chance. How about you. Will I see you at the voting booths this Tuesday?
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
In an effort to assist New York State's military veterans and strengthen the state's communities, SONYMA (the State of New York Mortgage Agency) and the New York State Division of Veteran's Affairs have partnered to create The Homes for Veterans Program. By providing among other features a lower interest rate, greater closing cost assistance, and zero points, The Homes for Veterans Program will make the purchase of a home possible for many who until now were unable to do so.This mortgage program has been created as a gesture of gratitude to New York State's military veterans. In the words of Priscilla Almodovar, President and Chief Executive of SONYMY, "As we join together to build stronger neighborhoods, we thank you for your service, and we would like to help you get a step closer to ...
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
There are a lot of similarities between time and money.Both can be saved.Both can be wasted.Both can be lost.Most of us recognize the importance of controlling our finances, and we have taken actions to make the most of the money we have. We take steps to increase the amount of money in our possession. Money is always on our minds.We budget our money. We keep records of how we spend our money. We monitor our credit scores. We invest our money. Unlike money, however, our time is finite. There isn't much we can do to increase our time. It is, therefore, all the more important that we take similar actions concerning our time. Time should always be on our minds.We should budget our time. We should keep records of how we use our time. We should monitor the value of what we do with our time. ...
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
It's that time of year again. Days are getting shorter, and there is a hint of cooler weather in the air. Most of us look forward to this as a happy season, full of cheer and love. Halloween is upon us: Thanksgiving and Christmas will follow in short order. Before we know it, our days will be full of joyful holiday planning and festive decorating in anticipation of cozy get-togethers with family and friends. In our joy, let's not overlook the circumstances of others. It is an unfortunate fact: holidays are a very painful time for some. Depression is a common occurrence during holidays. There are those who dread the coming holiday season.People are likely to become depressed this time of year because observing the joy of others reminds people of their own not so happy circumstances. Perh...
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By Rosario Lewis, GRI, SRES - DDR Realty - Orange County, NY
(DDR Realty)
ARM mortgage payments aren't the only payments adjusting at an alarming rate. The latest news about this winter's heating costs is equally grim. The cost of heating oil, for example, is projected to go up a whopping 28%! The usual excuses are being given for the increase; higher oil prices and lower supply. But knowing the excuses doesn't make making the payments any easier.Oil users may be hit the hardest, but they aren't the only ones facing increases in heating cost. Natural gas is expected to rise by 5%, and electricity is expected to increase by 7%.These increased costs will prove challenging for many and devastating for some. So, what is a homeowner to do? You can insulate, turn down the thermostat, and throw on another blanket. After that, all we can do is hope for a mild winter!
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By DDR Realty, Orange County NY
(DDR Realty)
Mr. Chuck Mitchell was recently appointed to the position of Orange County Commissioner of Consumer Affairs. Mr Mitchell previously held the positions of Deputy City Clerk and Common Council Clerk for the City of Middletown, NY. He will be the first Commissioner of the recently reorganized Orange County Department of Consumer Affairs.One of the major issues Mr. Mitchell will handle is the "Mortgage Foreclosure Scams". If you are a home owner in Orange County, NY and are experiencing difficulty paying your mortgage or facing foreclosure on your home, the Orange County Department of Consumers Affairs would like to hear from you. They would like to have all of the facts before you pay some third-party person or outfit to help you with your mortgage problems.For more information contact the...
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By Deborah (Debbie) Schiraldi, Lic. RE Associate Broker
(RE/MAX Benchmark Realty Group)
Goshen is one of the focal points of Orange County; the area offers homebuyers country charm in the town or village Victorian flair. The bonus is easy to New York City. Once a major heart of Standardbred racing industry, the Harness Racing Museum, Historic Race Track, and Hall of Fame of the Trotter are a must visit for a memorable, all age, entertaining trip.  The architecture of the historic homes in the village is reminiscent of stepping back in time to another era, well worth touring the streets. Village life includes convenient walking access to dining, quaint shops, Heritage Trail (walking/bike), library, banks, businesses, and much more! The Orange County Government Center is centrally located in the village. Horse, dairy, and produce farms are linked with the town of Goshen, alo...
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By DDR Realty, Orange County NY
(DDR Realty)
If a buyer has the cash or can qualify for a mortgage, the buyer can purchase a HUD home. A HUD home is a 1 to 4 unit residential property acquired by the US Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as a result of a foreclosure action on an FHA-insured mortgage. HUD becomes the property owner and offers it for sale to recover the loss on the foreclosure claim.HUD Homes are initially offered to owner-occupant purchasers. Following the priority period for owner occupants, unsold properties are available to all buyers, including investors. All properties, available for purchase by the public, are offered for sale at web sites maintained by management companies under contract to HUD. For the states of New York and New Jersey, the management company is National Home Management Solution, LLC (NHMS...
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By DDR Realty, Orange County NY
(DDR Realty)
If you own a home in New York State, you may be entitled to a school tax exemption. This exemption is know as New York State's School Tax Relief or STAR. If you own your own home and are not receiving STAR, contact your local town hall or your local assessor.The information below is from the New York State Office of Real Property Services.New York State's School Tax Relief (STAR) Program includes the Basic and Enhanced STAR Property Tax Exemptions, as well as the Middle Class STAR Rebate Program.The Basic and Enhanced STAR Property Tax Exemptions are homestead exemptions. Basic STAR is available to anyone who owns and lives in his or her own home. Enhanced STAR is available to senior homeowners whose incomes do not exceed the statewide standard.Source: http://www.orps.state.ny.us/star/
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