Buying a home is a huge deal. First-time buyers transform from renters to owners in a single transaction, a change that has far-reaching implications about how you see yourself. Being an owner grounds you in your community.When you buy a home, you create deep community connections in a way renting never can. After all, when you’re a renter,...

As you've gotten older, you have become successful at living an energy efficient lifestyle. You purchased a fairly green home and have developed good habits for living green. Now you have children who are reaching an age to start doing things on their own and contribute to household chores and upkeep. Awesome. Just remember that you’ll need to...

Here are five things you need to put in check before putting your house out for sale: Curb appeal and Entrance The saying "don't judge a book by its cover" does not apply to real estate. Both the front and back of the home should be eye-catching. Making sure to mow the lawn, plant flowers, ensure paint is...

The one piece that complements a living room as much as the paint is the curtains. After the furniture arrangement, new paint and other decorations, selecting the right curtain to crown your living room’s beauty can add a final touch to your interior design concept. And as much as you want to choose the best curtains for your...

There's a lot of excitement when buying a first home. One of the most important things to look into that doesn't necessarily come naturally to most, is knowing your neighbors. In today's society and culture, people are reluctant to form relationships. Technology has played a role in the detriment, but on the flip side, it has enhanced the...

Hopefully, you've made plans in case of emergency and prepared your family by discussing your arrangements and creating an emergency kit. However, surviving the crisis is only part of the battle. The recovery takes a lot longer and requires even more early planning. You can prevent a lot of damage to your home by designing it or updating...

As recently as 20-25 years ago, most people thought “staging” was for the theater and model homes. The idea of professionally temporarily decorating a home to sell it was not on the average homeowner’s radar. All that changed with the advent of TLC, HGTV, and other networks dedicated to home buying/selling and renovating shows. If you’re selling a...

WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN?! This attractive and affordable 1-bedroom co-op in White Plains offers an updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and a separate dining area with a built-in butler's pantry. Other features include a sunny living room, large bedroom, three big closets (two walk-in), an updated bathroom, hardwood floors throughout and cable-ready wiring. A washer/dryer is allowed in the unit. The building's common areas and hallways are being updated. White Plains is thriving!!! Enjoy an easy walk to “The City Center,” for shopping, groceries, theaters, restaurants and night life. Stroll to “The Westchester” and “Galleria”...

Garden-style living doesn't get any better in Westchester! This spacious, renovated one-bedroom, one-bath co-op in sought-after Pinewood Gardens features a Juliet balcony overlooking beautiful grounds and nearby woods. Plus, it's conveniently located within a couple of minutes to downtown Hartsdale and Central Avenue's vast array of dining, shopping, fitness and public transportation options. There's plenty of unassigned free parking throughout the complex. Garage parking is wait-list and costs $75/month. Other features include four closets; a large children's playground and BBQ/picnic area for al-fresco dining, fun and relaxation; free...

Garden-style living doesn't get any better in Westchester! This spacious, renovated one-bedroom, one-bath co-op in sought-after Pinewood Gardens features a Juliet balcony overlooking beautiful grounds and nearby woods. Plus, it's conveniently located within a couple of minutes to downtown Hartsdale and Central Avenue's vast array of dining, shopping, fitness and public transportation options. There's plenty of unassigned free parking throughout the complex. Garage parking is wait-list and costs $75/month. Other features include four closets; a large children's playground and BBQ/picnic area for al-fresco dining, fun and relaxation; free...

Fully renovated one bedroom co-op with private patio and assigned parking.. This one bedroom has a new kitchen with Quartz counters and stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, range and refrigerator. The bathroom has been renovated with new tile, toilet, vanity and sink. The large bedroom has an oversized walk-in closet. The dining area has a pass thru to the new kitchen and opens to the large living room. The complex has Palidades and Hudson views as well as an outdoor pool, picnic area and exercise room. Maintenance is before the STAR Credit. Assigned Parking!! Minutes from the Glenwood Metro north Station with a very short...

Chic and stylish living in Bronxville! One of a kind apartment located in the desirable Sunnybrook Gardens. This stunning unit boasts a spacious living room with dramatic beamed ceilings, fine detailed moldings, lighted built-ins and a custom electric fireplace. Modern dine-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and blue pearl granite countertops. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, all new doors, newer windows, plenty of closets and freshly painted. A real gem!!! Walk to Bronxville Village and train. Close to parkways, shopping, walking and biking trails, great restaurants and quick 20 minute drive to Manhattan. Complex offers...