Are You Heating Your Home in Newburgh NY with Oil?    Then you might like to save money and participate in a Price Protection (CAP) Program Are You Heating Your home in Newburgh NY with Oil? Then you might like to save money and participate in a Price Protection Program.Different parts of the country people heat their homes with different sources. It can be electric, propane, natural gas or oil in Orange County NY. Knowing how to set up  the utilities prior to moving into your new home can be confusing with what company to call. If you have Natural Gas or Electric, then a simple phone call to set up the account is all you would need. Prior to closing a buyer would let the company know the date of the closing. Questions you would be asked is about personal credit and location of the prop... 08/05/2012

Okay ... USA Today ~  NBC News ~ Business Insider ~ Mark Zuckerberg is NOT Competing in the Olympics ... Let's Focus on the Athletes Samyr Laine is NOT just a Roommate! Recently, I wrote a blog post about Samyr Laine, competing in the London 2012 Olympics. I spoke of a young man that I remember as a small child going to school with my daughter in Newburgh NY. All grown up, this young boy became an exceptional athlete and scholar. Quite an accomplished man, he is now at the 2012 Olympics in London England, and ready to compete! So, what does Mark Zuckerberg have to do with this? Well, Samyr and Mark were roommates at Harvard during their freshman year of college. Purely by chance, they were thrown together like most freshmen attending college. Nothing more.. nothing less.  The Olympic Op... 07/29/2012

New Construction Homes for Sale in Orange and Ulster County What School District Will My New Home Be In?   Location is an important concern when purchasing a new home. I frequently get asked about the school districts in the area. While it is a truly subject part of the process, I can certainly guide you to the information that you may be looking for. Orange and Ulster County NY are unique in that some areas share a school district between them. Home owners from three towns can all have their students in the Wallkill School District. Confusing for many as the  lines drawn by the town don’t always make sense. Trust me on that concept.  People from the same town living across the street can have a different district. Good bad or otherwise, it is just the way it goes. Knowing that when you... 07/26/2012

Did You Know That You Can Easily Search for Homes by School Districts?  Search Now for Your Home in the Wallkill School District   Finding the right home for sale can take a good deal of time and effort. Knowing where to look can be confusing. If you are deciding the location based on what school district you want to live in, the process can be streamlined from our multiple listing service for you. This eliminates wasting time on homes that don't meet your needs.   The Wallkill School District is located in both Orange & Ulster County NY. Many people don’t realize this when they start their search to buy a home.It can present some additional choices when looking for a home. When Living in the Hudson Valley, the school districts can overlap. You can live in one district and pay property ... 07/21/2012

New Homes Under Construction in Newburgh NY at $236,995 Two New Homes are well underway on O’Brien Lane in the Town of Newburgh NY So Much Value at This Price! Schedule an appointment to come view these new homes before they are gone! On Wordless Wednesday .... the price leaves us with nothing more to say! Janis Borgueta is a Realtor® in Newburgh NY. Her blog is about living, working & Real Estate in The Hudson Valley.  If you would like more information about Real Estate & Living in the Hudson Valley, contact Janis. If you like what you read here come visit again, and please subscribe to this blog. 07/18/2012

4 O’Brien Lane Newburgh NY Under Contract New Homes are Selling in Newburgh NY   SOLD   A Three Bedroom Colonial Ready and Waiting is a rarity in Newburgh. This home is now with fully executed contracts and we are just waiting for the mortgage process to fall in place. Everyone is excited to be moving forward and in a few short weeks new home owners will move into this beautiful home on O'Brien Lane in the Town of Newburgh. New Homes are selling in Newburgh NY as the values are fabulous. Resales don’t have all the bells and whistles that a new home has, and many in the area need a good deal of repairs. New Homes in Newburgh NY come with a builders warranty making them even more attractive to buyers. This home includes it all. Nothing for the new owners to do but move in their things and... 07/13/2012

Homes for Sale in Newburgh NY  ~  Search the Orange County NY MLS THE TIME TO BUY IS NOW! IT'S TIME TO GET OFF THE FENCE Yes! It is a great time to buy a new home. Homes are selling and more are entering the market on a daily basis. Prices are down, but by just a fraction  from last year at the same time overall in the local Real Estate Market. There are some great prices and values for buyers looking to make the move now. No way to know just when the market will show increased prices, but with that may come increased interest rates. Interest rates are amazingly low! No crystal ball can give this information, but with guidance from a Realtor you can see trends and get a better understanding of the current local situation. As a buyer, you will find so many choice homes to pick from in Or... 07/13/2012

 Just My Photos – Looking Cool in the Pool  Speechless Sundays .. with Mr. Frog   It is not easy being GREEN but worth the effort. Mr. Frog has the right idea. Taking a swim to stay cool looks like his best option. I may have to follow his suggestion. The heat on the east coast has been off the charts lately. Me...? I love summer and although I am quite hot, there are no complaints from me. It could be snow! Stay cool! Maybe take a swim with a frog or two? Janis Borgueta is a Realtor in Newburgh NY. Her blog is about living, working and real estate in The Hudson Valley. If you would like more information about Real Estate in Newburgh NY and Living in the Hudson Valley, please subscribe to this blog. When you are looking to buy a new home....Search the MLS for New Homes in Newburgh NY   07/08/2012

             Ferry Crossing Condominiums for Sale              Waterfront Condos in Newburgh NY Ferry Crossing Condos The “Ferry Crossing” Gated Community of condominiums is located in the City of Newburgh NY. A great choice for condo living at an affordable price. LOOK around and you will enjoy some pretty amazing views of the Hudson River and the Newburgh Beacon Bridge. Surprisingly these one, two and three bedroom condos start in the $110K+ to just over $200K price range for this amazing waterfront location.   Just 63 Miles north of NYC these condos are a great value to own. Built in 1978 a cozy but smart design and large windows for great views. Each unit is a little different, but all have a great use of space and have storage space. Currently only two units for sale in the complex... 07/06/2012

  Newburgh NY is an Easy Commute to New York City   Why Live in Newburgh NY? An easy commute to NYC! Commuting to NYC for work has become quite common place. Newburgh is  only 63 miles north of New York City! Living in the Hudson Valley provides all the amenities of a suburban location with easy access to the I -87 and I - 84. It is a one seat ride on Metro North to Grand Central Station. Stewart Airport is in the town of New Windsor and provides domestic flights at an ever increasing number each year. Expansion projects underway will lead to more flights and jobs for our area.The Newburgh Beacon Bridge crosses the Hudson River and connects Newburgh to the east side of the Hudson River. Imagine a lifestyle with green grass and trees and privacy while being close enough for a commute. Yo... 07/05/2012

Peaceful Court Subdivision in Newburgh NYA Neighborhood That Lives Up to it’s Name. Peaceful Court  is a ten lot subdivision of New Construction Homes in Newburgh NY. Currently, these  colonial and bilevel style homes are a work in progress. Four homes are now completed and occupied, and two are currently under construction. These homes boast an address that is sure to delight anyone seeking privacy and a quiet place to call home. All on a private road with lot sizes up to 5 acres. Designated green buffer zones surround these new homes to keep it  looking rural and giving tree-lined lots a true country feel. When driving down the windy roads of Newburgh, you will notice that city life is gone and you are in an area of beautiful homes in the suburbs. A Subdivision in the Town of Newburgh... 07/04/2012

 Balmville Estates Subdivision in Newburgh NY  consists of seven single family homes on a small cul de sac called Osage Lane. Located in the tiny Hamlet of Balmville, New York this new subdivision of homes is currently under construction, and selling out quickly. Lucky homeowners are now moving into a charming quiet neighborhood of custom homes. Lots are approximately an acre of land with town water and natural gas. Balmville is a  well established residential community with an intereting history. Balmville New York  is home to the Delano Estate - Mount St Mary College Campus, Powelton Club, The Balmville Tree and StoneGate Farm. To find us, travel north up the Hudson River from NYC you will find the Town of Newburgh NY. A popular place to live and still have a  convenient commute. Metr... 07/03/2012

 Just My Photos ~ Farms in the Hudson Valley Newburgh NY is only sixty three miles north of New York City. In any direction I can find myself surrounded by different scenery. Farms are just minutes from my doorstep. I love the contrast that I encounter by just heading in a different direction. Orange and Ulster County have many dairy farms that are open to the public. Sunday brunch is a popular gathering and the views are never ending. There is always something that catches my eye to create another photo. Janis Borgueta is a Realtor in Newburgh NY. Her blog is about living, working and real estate in The Hudson Valley. If you would like more information about Real Estate in Newburgh NY and Living in the Hudson Valley, please subscribe to this blog.  When you are looking to buy a new hom... 07/01/2012

Hold Off On Using Those Credit Cards! When Buying a new home in Newburgh NY obtaining your mortgage is a HUGE part of the process. With your Newburgh NY Realtor, you searched and searched and found that special house you want to call home. You found a bank that would issue a PreQual letter. The deal has been negotiated and the home inspection was flawless. You are ready to sign contracts and go forward. Now you apply for the actual mortgage. All your ducks are in a row and you start to relax a bit.   This is NOT the time to go shopping for new furniture!! If you read the documents on the loan application and all the fine print you are informed warned NOT TO TAKE ON NEW CREDIT OR DEBT once the loan process has begun. Banks frown on this and you can lose the ability to purchase your dream... 06/30/2012

                   July 4th ~ Orange County NY Fireworks ~                            Where Are the Fireworks? UPDATES 2016                  While Living in the Hudson Valley I have been known to watch fireworks from a different vantage point or two. Breaking up the routine allows for a different experience. I love to see how different communities can celebrate with a different style. Not all locations have fireworks on the same day, so going to more than one in a year is even a possibility!Every year communities in the Hudson Valley arrange for some great firework displays. This year is no exception. Looking at the weather report for July 4th, I believe that we will be in for some hot and clear summer weather. July 4th brings out the crowds with BBQ’s, swimming pools and street fairs. ... 06/29/2012

What Do I Bring to My Real Estate Closing in Newburgh NY ? The Day Has Arrived! What should I Bring to The Closing? This question arises every time there is  a closing. Real Estate is local and in Orange County NY there is an attorney for both parties along with the title company and a bank attorney. Everyone has their part to inform the buyer and seller what needs to be done. It can be quite a hectic time with making sure that everything is in order. As your Realtor, I go over details to make sure nothing is forgotten from my end. Ultimately I get asked the question of what is needed to go to the closing table. One last reminder for certain details is always best to calm any last minute  jitters. The Buyer: Photo ID for all parties involved. Anyone one the mortgage or the deed must be ... 06/27/2012

I’m Buying My First Home in Newburgh NY ~ When Is the Closing? Always Have a Back Up Plan! When buying a home there are many questions and many answers. Not everything is absolute and if you read many parts of the legal forms they don’t seem to answer the most basic questions. Most buyers are not trained in the legal jargon and after reading contracts you may still walk away with questions. I find my buyers  come back after meeting with attorneys and ask me “when do we actually get to move in?” or what does that “on or about date ” clause really mean? It can be hard to predict as many different factors go in to the process. When signing a binder or contracts there are specific dates and deadlines to be met. They fall in a range though. Even with that set of guidelines, there is still th... 06/26/2012

Samyr Laine ~ Olympic Hopeful from Newburgh NY        Opening Ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London England In Only Thirty-One Days athletes from all over the globe will be competing for GOLD, BRONZE or SILVER showing mastery of their sport. Many years of training brings any athlete to this venue. It is the culmination of long hours of hard work, sacrifice and an enormous amount of  discipline.  I find it interesting hearing the stories of the athletes and how they reach this moment in their lives.  In Newburgh NY, our Olympic Hopeful is Samyr Laine. He will be competing in Track and Field  in the Triple Jump. His passion for sports began in high school and Samyr is now headed to London, England and  the 2012 Summer Olympics. He is not only an inspiration to our community in ... 06/25/2012

New Homes In Newburgh NY ~ What is for Sale?                                            Buyers Find Value and Quality!               Why Not Search for A New Home in Newburgh New York?New Homes In Newburgh NY are more popular now than ever. The inventory of new homes already built is low and value is up. Combine that with low interest rates and your brand new home can be a lower payment than renting. Best yet, you are building equity. The value and quality is sure to please.Currently listed on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) are a total of 30 New Construction Homes in Newburgh NY available for sale.  The thing is that only 5 are actually under construction and 1 left that is almost complete and still available. 24 homes are just on paper as “to be built”. Seems that as soon as we get... 06/24/2012

   July 4th Fireworks Celebration Newburgh NY 4th of July Fireworks Display Over the Hudson River!Wednesday July 4th 2012 ~ 9pm  The Newburgh NY Waterfront is host every year to some amazing Fireworks over the Hudson River. The display begins Wednesday, July 4th at approximately 9pm and will be launched over the Hudson River from a barge. Celebrations for the holiday begin earlier in the day with a street fair and vendors. Great food at the Newburgh Waterfront Restaurants keeps the public happy. If you are lucky enough to time it right, you can have dinner along the Hudson River with a spectacular view of the Fireworks. The idea is to reserve your table now for the big event!     Noon - 6 pm Art Show at Unisco Park on the Waterfront6 pm - 9 pm- Music by Dr. Magkneetoe9 pm - Fireworks on... 06/23/2012