New Paltz NY has something for everyone. As a follow up to two of my earlier blogs some additional information. As a follow up to: When Visiting New Paltz be Sure to Stop By Water Street Market Local Film Competition in New Paltz. Are you an amateur film maker? Liberty View Farm, Arts for Peace and Water Street Market are sponsoring a summer film competition. The film should "capture the essence on New Paltz". The positive image film can either be fiction or nonfiction, no more than 10 minutes, in DVD format and submitted by August 4, 2008. Films will be shown on Monday evenings at the "Water Street Cinema" at 10 Main Street Water Street Market in New Paltz. The films will be judged and prizes awarded. For more information please call: Theresa Fall 1 Mohonk Ave. New Paltz, NY 12561   ... 07/09/2008

Some days are just perfect for showing houses to prospective buyers. For the past two days I have had the pleasure of working with out of town buyers. I spent time with two couples who were drawn to the Hudson Valley for several reasons the main one being the close proximity to New York and Albany. Both days were perfect to show homes. The temperature was about 80 degrees with little to no humidity. The sky was blue and the Hudson River, as always, was magnificent- the Valley in it's splender. This is the kind of day when  I, sell myself on the area in which I live. Riding from home to home it was a pleasure to enjoy the views of the river in Highland and the mountain in New Paltz. This is why I love what I do and why I love where I live. Each season has it's own beauty, which I enjoy.... 07/01/2008

Discover the early American History of New Paltz. The strong sense of history can be felt with a visit to Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz. In 1677, twelve Huguenots purchased about 40,000 acres of land near the Wallkill River from the Esopus Indians, The Huguenots were French Prostestants who fled religious persecution in northern France. They came to America seeking freedom of Religion. The Huguenots established a community and the original twelve, the Duzine, served as the legislative and judicial body of the community. The homes of the original founding families  and their descendants still stand today. Seven stone house dating back to the earlt 1700's and a burial site and the church built in 1717 are all part of this National Historic Landmark. The stone house museums are ava... 06/29/2008

Living in New Paltz is like living in the middle of forever changing art. The views are familiar but always different. The Shawngunk Mountains are not the largest mountains around but they are unique and breathtaking to see. I keep my camera with me always and sometimes I catch a nice shot. Here is one I took about a week or two ago as a rain storm was moving out. The steam was rising off the earth and the sun came shining through. Awesome! 06/26/2008

There's now more data to look at and the New Paltz market reflects the downturn in the market.The number of units sold between 1/1/08 and 5/1/08 is almost half of the units sold during the same period on 2007.Number of units '08: 12Number of units '07: 27Sales volume is obviously down, but average prices have risen:Average sales price '08" $388,083Average sales price '07: $306,166There are currently 79 active listings in New Paltz including 9 condos, ranging from 1a 2-bedroom bungalow for $225,000 to a high-end B*B on the market for $2,400,000. There are currently 4 deals in contract. 05/19/2008

Buying or selling a home is the single most important and often the largest financial transaction most people make. According to researchers it is also one of the most stressful life events. Knowing what to expect and having good information can help you make the best decisions. When you sell your home yourself, there are some challenges you can expect:  * Pricing * Marketing * Qualifying the buyer * Staging and showing your home * Negotiating the sale * Follow-up with the details of the transaction until it closes As licensed real estate agents, we would be happy to provide you with a free estimate of value for your home. We can either provide you with a price range based on comparable properties, compiled from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Or, if you would like a more precise ev... 05/18/2008

The Ulster County MLS sponsors agent caravans twice a month in New Paltz. There are other caravans in other areas of the county. It is a chance for sellers and agents from any office in the MLS to showcase their listings to agents from other offices. It is also a time to get together and share comradery, personal stories and friendship- (and on the best caravans- lunch)-. For the most part we all enjoy working in co-operation. The competition is healthy. Today, we got to see homes in all price ranges, sizes, and styles. One of the requests that inevitably comes up is for feedback from the other agents as to price. Todays caravan had some really great homes at really great prices. As agents, it is disheartening to have a listing at a great price that sits on the market for sale. We all h... 05/13/2008

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4 Bedroom New Paltz Saltbox 48 South Ohioville Road, New Paltz, NY 12561 View Map Lots of house for the money! 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Detached 2 car Garage, Viking stove, Sun-room, Finished Basement, and more! This home is spacious and full of charm with wood beams, wide plank floors throughout, exposed brick, and wood stove in dining room and basement. The kitchen has lovely mosaic tile back splash and laundry hookups in the pantry to eliminate trips to the basement for folding duty. This home is waiting for your personal touch. Details Asking Price: 339,000 MLS: 20080490 Sq. Feet: 2268 Lot Size: 1.71 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 # of Floors: 2 Garage Size: 2 Car Property Amenities - Attic- Deck- Grass Lawn- Yard- Tile floor- Living room - Bonus/rec room- Office/den- Dining Room- Stainless ... 05/06/2008

Exit Realty Services~10 Main Street~Water Street Market~ Suite 424~ New Paltz NY Serving Ulster, Orange, Rockland and Sullivan Counties Water Street Market at the base of the Gunks~ Great food, antiques, gifts, real estate and more with mountain views!   April 4,2008- May 4, 2008 Active listings          New Paltz- 68         Highland     95 New Listings                           17                           26 Sold                                      2                              4 Pending                                8                               6   05/04/2008

Charming Farm House 31 Shivertown Road, New Paltz, NY 12561 View Map Beautifully renovated, this charming farmhouse needs to be seen to be appreciated. It's loaded with character and natural light that offers views of the gunks right in the town of New Paltz. The new addition adds to the layout that uses the square footage perfectly. So many new items are throughout the home that the new siding, insulation, floors and top of the line boiler are not to be missed. Currently an organic farm with tiled fields, cisterns, workshops/barns, etc, the land is 100% usable and all at a great price. So much to offer with many possibilities. Details Asking Price: $299,000 MLS: 20081656 Sq. Feet: 1632 Lot Size: 1.20 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 # of Floors: 2 Garage Size: 2 Detached Year Built: 1940 Prop... 04/21/2008

 The process of selling a home can sometimes be complicated-the terminology can beconfusing, procedures may be unclear, and even the participants can be ambiguous! Butyou can sort it out and understand the process if you learn a few terms, get to know thepeople involved and their roles, and become familiar with your obligations and what youshould expect.First of all, brokers cooperate to help you sell your home. The first step you take is tomeet with a real estate agent at your home. This is called a listing appointment, and it'syour first contact with a listing broker (or listing agent). You hire the listing agent (whoworks for a listing broker) to sell your property through a listing agreement. You pay thebroker with a listing commission, and the agent receives a split of the payment.... 04/08/2008

Please join me in welcoming Tina Capalbo to the ActiveRain community and Exit Realty. Tina is now an agent at Exit Realty Services in New Paltz NY. After taking sometime off from real estate Tina has joined our New Paltz team and will be a great asset to us all! Welcome Tina! 03/31/2008

This is Scruffy, an exceptionally smart and affectionate dog who's time was up at the shelter. Scruffy had been badly abused, malnourished and her fur was stiff like wire. For some time, we had been taking dogs like Scruffy home to stabilize their life and help find them a new home. Temporary dogs were also good company for our other dog. No one wanted Scruffy, and we became so attached to her that the end result is obvious. Now we wouldn't give her away for anything. She also can be helpful with dog loving real estate clients!The point of this message is to suggest that there is another alternative to buying an expensive purebred dog at the mall. If you look for a dog at a shelter, remember that they have often been badly treated and are scared. Dogs like Scruff know what you have done... 03/13/2008

Most every interaction involves some level of negotiation. Whether it is deciding who cooks dinner, choosing which relatives to invite to a party or reaching agreement on an important business deal. This course presents many persuasive techniques and may just be an "eye opener." The instructor will include examples from his career to illustrate real life application of each approach. Learn how to assertively ask for a raise, buy a car at a better price, get lower rates on motel rooms or just improve your negotiating skills and relationships. Ken Wishnick received training at the MIT-Harvard Program on Negotiation and has been negotiating solutions to complex projects and programs throughout his career. He is a NY Licensed Real Estate Salesperson at Coldwell Banker in New Paltz and holds... 03/11/2008

The news has been filled with nightmare stories of tumbling home prices, unsold houses and doom and gloom in the housing market. If you're thinking of selling your home, this course is designed to help you get the straight talk. Learn the most recent Ulster County trends for home sales and pricing. Learn marketing strategies to make your home stand out from the pack. Consider the alternative approaches to managing a sale and weigh the pros and cons of each. The course will include training on the selling process from start to sold. Whether you ultimately decide to sell on your own or have a real estate agent manage the transaction, the tools you learn in this class can help sell your home more quickly and for a higher price.Ken Wishnick is a NY Licensed Realtor Associate at Coldwell Ban... 03/11/2008

For outdoor activists, rugged and challenging trails is part of the great mountain experience. However, not everyone is physically fit enough to tackle the challenge. How is one to enjoy great mountain views and get some exercise without packing an oxygen tank? The answer is the many old carriage trails that meander through the Mohonk Preserve and Mohonk Mountain House property.These historic trails are fairly level and easy to navigate. A trail map can be obtained at the Mohonk Preserve Visitors Center on Route 44/55 just west (right) from the intersection with Route 299. In fact, the visitors center has a large scale model of the preserve property in the lobby and one of their friendly staff can visually point out the particulars of where you will be going. A favorite walk of mine tha... 03/11/2008

 The Mohonk Mountain House, on the ridge of the Shawangunk Mountains adjacent to New Paltz, NY is, in my opinion, one of the most inspiring places in the United States. Now, I know some people might have other opinions, but I'd like to hear theirs while they are walking along the trails taking in some spectacular views and really fresh mountain air. I have had, as I call it, many pilgrimages to the 5,000 acre resort with my family. For me, it is a place of spirituality. In ways I can't fully explain, I find meaning and excitement about life in the awesome vistas and sounds of nature here.Insider tips on going to the preserve--- If a $500 a night room price doesn't set you back too much, this the premier way to go and get meals included. If you are on a budget see below:1) Check the loca... 03/11/2008

Well, I went away for the weekend only to come home and find "I couldn't get there from here"...After travelling through New Paltz in an attempt to go over Mohonk...this is what we found...INCREDIBLEI have lived here most of my life and have never seen this road so flooded...it looked like a huge lake...all roads were closed so...we proceeded to take Rte 32 N only to find          it to was closed....off to take back roads to Esopus to cut across on 213...CLOSED...now what??      Police station might be next but...I am an appraiser and do have enough roadways in my feeble brain...lets try Gardiner...that bridge is higher....sssoooo, my grumbling husband turns the car around once again and we head back through New Paltz to  Route 208 S to Rte 44-55...               You would never know t... 03/11/2008