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Enjoy Favorable Mortgage Loan Terms by Improving Your Credit
Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 9:08am. 219 Views, 0 Comments.
If you are interested in purchasing a home, one of your biggest concerns is probably related to cost. After all, purchasing a home involves making a significant investment and taking on a responsibility that will last for years. Whether interested in Chevy Chase real estate or a home in Ulster County, you want to be sure to get the best price possible while also keeping your interest rate down. In order to increase your chances of getting a low rate and enjoying other favorable terms, it is in your best interest to take steps now to start improving your credit. Since your credit rating will have a significant impact on the terms that you receive, here are five things you can start doing today to improve your credit rating.
Tip #1: Pay Bills on Time
The…
Events in Ulster County This Weekend
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 at 1:50pm. 293 Views, 0 Comments.
I always become saddened when the time of year comes around when the different famers markets in Ulster County close for the winter. I was thrilled to hear that there is now a winter farmers market that is open December through April, every first and third Saturday from 10am-2pm. It is located indoors, meaning rain or shine at Bethany Hall of the Old Dutch Church in Uptown Kingston, 328 Wall Street, Kingston, NY 12401. There are 20 different vendors with items ranging from vegetables, meats, breads, milk, olive oil, wine, arts and crafts and so much more! This Saturday will feature Chef Ef, who will be making amazing seafood dishes in honor of Mardi Gras. Don’t miss it! For more information click here.
Ulster County, NY has so much to offer…
The Rondout Waterfront
Monday, February 13th, 2012 at 2:48pm. 292 Views, 0 Comments.
While in Kingston, NY there is an area on the waterfront called the Rondout. This area, while small definitely has a huge amount of character. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and offers row house style apartments for rent and condo conversions for sale. The architecture ranges from Victorian, Federal, Greek Revival, Gothic, Italianate, Romanesque, Queen Anne, Renaissance Revival, and Colonial Revival. If you are vacationing, you simply cannot leave without seeing the Rondout.
There are many area attractions and activities in this part of Kingston, NY. Visit the trolley museum, the nautical museum, and art galleries, many of the shops, restaurants or flower gardens. The marina is a local hot spot in the…
Two Top 10 Coolest Small Towns in America!
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 at 10:26am. 466 Views, 0 Comments.
We all know Ulster
County is a fantastic
place. The area is home to thousands of miles of hiking trails, scenic roadways,
restaurants and more! 
The area has plenty to offer any one who visits! There
are plenty of family activities to do, from children’s museums, to parks. And
don’t worry; there are plenty of things for adults to do too. Ulster County
is home to world glass spas, golfing, shops breweries and wineries! So no
matter what you like to do, whether it is be outdoors or shop till you drop
there is something in Ulster
County for you.
Every year budget travel publishes the Top Ten of American’s Coolest Small towns for Budget Travel In order to qualify the town must have a population below 10,000 people, and it has to…
Fantastic Home! Gardens and a Creek!
Monday, October 10th, 2011 at 1:25pm. 349 Views, 0 Comments.
This 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath country retreat gives you everything that one could ask for & more! Walk inside & you will be instantly intrigued by all of the details & pride of ownership that this home has to offer. Original oak floors, gorgeou
s tin ceilings, spacious livable square footage & high ceilings throughout. The kitchen is four years young with textured walls, butcher block & corian countertops, all new GC Pro Series appliances & a window that overlooks the creek. Outside, you'll feel like you're in your own little oasis with English Gardens, pear & apple trees, and little pathways to navigate you through the property with 1,000 feet of creek frontage w/ access to kayaking & fishing. This house is a true delight not to mention there is a delightful…
Amazing Brick Home, In Historic Uptown Kingston!
Friday, September 30th, 2011 at 8:35am. 470 Views, 0 Comments.
There is endless charm in this meticulously maintained,
tastefully decorated five bedroom brick colonial. This is one of Albany Avenue's
most beautiful homes. Curved archways leading to the formal living and dining
room with detailed moldings and raised 
panel walls. Enjoy the cozy kitchen with
breakfast nook, brick floor and walk-in pantry or relax on the screened-in
porch which opens to the bluestone patio overlooking the large, beautifully
landscaped, fenced backyard. Family room with den/office and full bath has a
separate entrance and heating zone, perfect for in-laws, guests, college
student or home office. Second floor bedroom has a huge, sunny, roof-top deck.
Full finished staircase leads to the third floor with lovely, fifth bedroom…
Gorgeous End Unit in Twin Ponds!!
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 at 12:41pm. 177 Views, 0 Comments.
Interior designed Twin Ponds End Unit with large grassy buffer gives this home a spacious feel before you enter. This end unit features four bedrooms and 3.5 baths, a spacious foyer, brand new updated kitchen with all new stainless appliances, granite countertops & sliders out to a private back deck. So lovely! Yes, there’s a 1st floor Master Bedroom which is currently being used as a family room, the upstairs master bedroom suite has vaulted ceilings & skylights. Lower level is just fabulous with two additional bedrooms, or whatever use you choose!
This home is perfect for first time home buyers or for someone looking to downsize from a larger family home! There is still plenty of room to entertain and have guests over any time of the…
Amazing Well Established Horse Farm,Minutes to HITS
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 at 7:46am. 197 Views, 0 Comments.
This is an amazing "one of a
kind" established working Thoroughbred horse breeding farm in the Hudson Valley.
This property also comes with an agricultural tax exemption. You find
meticulously maintained brick ranch, 16 stable horse barn (36x 132) (2 foaling
stalls 12x16 with cameras 14 single stalls) +/- 17 acres! Along with two bedroom,
one bath caretakers home for you to use as a guest house or whatever you see
fit! There are several paddocks and
rolling
meadows for the horses to roam. There is a huge
Storage barn with four large bays, loft and store facility that could be used
as a tack shop. Many different uses on this farm, must see, close to
"Horse shows in the Sun" major highways and can be subdivided! This
horse property is…
Contemporary Light Filled Home,With Seasonal Hudson River Views!
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011 at 12:25pm. 187 Views, 0 Comments.
This light filled three bedroom
Co
ntemporary home boasts an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, oversized
windows and seasonal views of the Hudson River.
Set up at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on an oversized lot adjacent to Town
land, this home has been beautifully landscaped & cared for by the current owner.
Enjoy the large deck extending across the front for relaxation & take a
stroll to the Town Beach, Park, Marina or Hudson River, all just down the street.
This home is an affordable home for many first time home buyers. It boasts a modern feel, perfect for anyone w ho loves the minimalist style architectures, with the large windows and open floors plan, and your home will be light and airy all year round. And what a bargain…
Saugerties Mum Festival!!
Monday, September 26th, 2011 at 1:40pm. 256 Views, 1 Comments.
The Mum Festival is one of the trademark events of the Hudson Valley. The Mum Festival takes place, this year, on Sunday October 2nd. Just one week after the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival. You can enjoy the beauty of the sometimes underrated flower. There are many activities for those with a green thumb and those without a green thumb too! The Mum Festival weekend begins with the Mum Bowl beforehand. The Mum Bowl is a game played by the Saugerties High School Football game. At the football game there is the corition of the Mum Queen. It is very similar to a homecoming game, and the crowning of the homecoming princess. For anyone who remembers high school, we all know it is a big deal! This Mum Festival takes quite a bit of time to plan; the committee meets…