Photo by DenisProduction.com via Shutterstock Ever had to move in a hurry? The job offer is great, but the training starts in a week … three states away. Time to pack up the house—quick! Here are some tips to make the process of relocating all your possessions easier and faster. Buy Your Boxes If possible, buy your moving...

Photo by PhotoMIX Ltd. via Pexels Worried about package theft, break-ins and other crime? Even if you have a home security system, there are still steps you can take to make your home less appealing to thieves and criminals. From installing some high tech (but surprisingly affordable) gadgets to caring for your home’s exterior, you can help make...

Image by TeroVesalainen from Pixabay Is your workspace feeling a little blah lately? The new year is just the right time to make a change! Make it part of your New Year's resolution to create a cheery, bright, and welcoming workspace by upcycling your old, dingy file cabinet into this blackboard-sided, pretty yet utilitarian piece of office furniture!...

Image by Nancy Buron from Pixabay If you're like many homeowners who prefer a natural landscape plan, your outdoor living space undoubtedly features lush vegetation and bright, blooming flowers. However, you might also have the sense that something is missing but can't quite put your finger on what it might be. If this describes you, the missing element...

Curb appeal is a difference-maker during the home selling process. If you understand how to upgrade your residence's curb appeal, you may be better equipped than ever before to enjoy a fast, profitable house selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you improve your house's curb appeal. 1. Prioritize Lawn Care and Maintenance If...

Although all home buyers have different tastes, expectations, and preferences, there are several things you as a home seller can do to make your home more appealing. Three priorities worth keeping in mind are spaciousness (or, at least, the appearance of it), brightness, and cleanliness. Whether your home is a compact cottage or a large colonial, a feeling of...

Escape the problems of Manhattan to the splendid privacy and safety of GLENHOLME. Extensively renovated by the current owner, this smart home has exhilarating Hudson views, a cascading brook, wide lawns and a large bluestone terrace. Enter via a triple wrap-around veranda. Foyer leads to a spacious drawing room with 4 sets of French doors, wood fireplace, and coffered ceiling, intimate parlor and study, each with a fireplace. The gracious dining room features a bow-shaped window wall and fireplace, with secret passageway to the gourmet eat-in kitchen, with a Decor stove, 2 Miele dishwashers, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, wine cooler and two...

You need to instantly escape Manhattan NOW to ultimate safety behind this intercom privacy gate, private drive, and hidden Hudson Riverfront Sanctuary! Breath-taking capacious Great Room/Dining/Kitchen combo with 12' coffered ceiling, mahogany floor/ceiling WBF and a magnificent wall of skylit picture widows directly facing the Hudson River & new Mario Cuomo Bridge. French doors to huge riverside deck and approximately 100' dock. New chef's kitchen, state-of-art appliances, granite counters, mahogany cabinets. All new baths feature marble/tile. Home office possibilities abound on thee levels of living space. Star's master suite features...

Photo by Free-Photos via Pixabay Plants can enhance the look and feel of your home, and some can even improve your indoor air quality. But if you have pets, you need to be selective about the plants you bring into your home. Choosing the right plants allows you to enjoy a lush indoor herb garden or a striking...

STONEWALL FARM features 19 consecutive parcels totaling 740 acres, Westchester's largest equestrian estate and is dedicated to raising championship thoroughbred horses. The SMART, slate roofed house was designed by top designers in 2004 and is 24,000 sq ft. Wide center hall to parlor and solarium open to bluestone terrace. Dining room connects to butler's pantry and vast eat-in chef's kitchen, den. Two story library features leather floors. There's a 2,200 bottle wine cellar, tasting room, game room and pub. Eight bedrooms, 8 full baths, 4 half baths, and 9 fireplaces. The elevator services all levels. Private top master floor has commanding...

STONEWALL FARM features 19 consecutive parcels totaling 740 acres, Westchester's largest equestrian estate and is dedicated to raising championship thoroughbred horses. The SMART, slate roofed house was designed by top designers in 2004 and is 24,000 sq ft. Wide center hall to parlor and solarium open to bluestone terrace. Dining room connects to butler's pantry and vast eat-in chef's kitchen, den. Two story library features leather floors. There's a 2,200 bottle wine cellar, tasting room, game room and pub. Eight bedrooms, 8 full baths, 4 half baths, and 9 fireplaces. The elevator services all levels. Private top master floor has commanding...

If you want to find and purchase a great house at a budget-friendly price, it helps to enter the homebuying journey with a plan in hand. Lucky for you, we're here to help you prepare for all stages of the homebuying journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips so you can set yourself up for success as...