Wow, what a mild winter we have had with warmer than normal temps and no snow to speak of! It’s already starting to feel like spring. Along with the spring season comes renewed optimism that perhaps the real estate market will begin to turn the corner. One would think that due to the nicer...
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  An Update on the Current Pawling Real Estate Market   With the change of seasons generally there are changes in real estate market activity. September and October tend to be busier than November and December. Once we get closer to holidays, the public’s mindset starts to change to family and friends. The hustle...
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  Update on the Current Pawling Real Estate Market   The dog days of summer are now upon us and I hate to sound like a broken record, but the area Real Estate market is still extremely slow. If we are in a recovery I can tell you for sure that housing is not...
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SHOW OFF YOUR HOME – EVERY TIME!   These tips can help your house make the best impression, every time it is previewed by sales professionals or shown to prospective buyers:   EXTERIOR:   Remove toys, newspapers, yard tools and other clutter. Tidy up; pick up after pets. Park vehicles in the garage or...
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Looking back on the last four months since my November report, not much has changed in Real Estate. The market as a whole is still struggling and activity seems to be sporadic. We have just gone through a very difficult winter. Bad weather and cold temperatures have helped keep buyers at bay. The same...
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Looking back since my report last July, not much has changed in the Pawling real estate market. The market as a whole is still struggling and activity seems to be sporadic. The same problems continue to plague real estate sales. The economy, political environment, job market, foreclosures, high inventories and consumer confidence are putting...
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The Heart of the Matter will be a regular feature: Reflecting on the last six months, I must say, the challenges in our local real estate market have been daunting.  I am sure most of you are aware that the government’s $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers has expired. This took effect...
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