Seller's Guide

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What Happened in 2011 with the Ulster County Real Estate Market??

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012 at 3:16pm. 205 Views, 0 Comments.

Ulster County Real Estate 2011 in a Nutshell!!  

2011 was an interesting year for Ulster County real estate. Overall total units sold were down 15%. However flying in the face of that trend was a 3.6% increase in the average sale price of homes. This increase represents the first such increase year over year since the market topped in 2007.  Average days on market for homes sold increased by a minimal 3%, and the list to sale ratio remained steady from 2010 at 93% of asking price. Interest rates remain at the lowest level since the 1950.

What does this mean to buyers and sellers? On the buyer side it makes sense to strongly consider a purchase in 2012. The increase in average sale price could signal the beginning of a rebound in the market…

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Seller Tips - Preparing A Home For Sale

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 at 2:33pm. 687 Views, 0 Comments.

Statistics show that buyers make up their mind about your home based on their first seven seconds of viewing!! Today you have to be the nicest home in your price range to attract buyers. In general, it's taking longer to sell a home, so they have to be priced accordingly and show extremely well. We also recommend removing some personal belongings such as photos and mementoes. The point is to depersonalize the space so potential buyers can see themselves in it. In addition, here are some great tips for preparing a home for sale: • Entrance Should Be Freshly Painted And Seasonally Decorated • Exterior Freshly Painted Or Power Washed • Windows Should Be Sparkling Clean • Exterior Plantings Trimmed And In Good Condition • Misc…

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Real Estate Myths

Monday, November 3rd, 2008 at 3:24pm. 717 Views, 1 Comments.

All Real Estate agents are the same. Most Americans hold a driver's license. Does that mean that they all drive the same way? Real Estate agents and drivers are licensed by their state. But people drive differently, and real estate agents approach their jobs differently as well. Buyers and sellers should choose their agent carefully. Designations such as Accredited Buyer Representative, Senior Real Estate Specialist, Graduate Realtor Institute indicate a level of higher competence. Length of experience can also indicate a level of expertise. Another area of distinction is personal referral. Buyers and sellers may want to talk to family, friends and neighbors about their experience in real estate and obtain names of Real Estate agents to contact. A strong…

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Ulster County Home Value

Sunday, March 9th, 2008 at 7:23am. 390 Views, 2 Comments.

Ulster County Home Value

Click Here To Get Your Free Ulster County Home Value If you have been reading some of my other blogs, you will remember that the Ulster County real estate market differs greatly from other markets around the nation. Due to this difference, national averages and real estate statistics associated with today's market usually don't apply to Ulster County, this is especially true with Ulster County home value. During the current downturn, Ulster County listing inventory has increased creating a slight shift resulting in better pricing but has not dropped at rates consist ant with that of the rest of the U.S. Our Ulster County home values stay this way due to the impact of the NYC home buyer segment on our second home market.…

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