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    Wordless Wednesday - The moon on a dark night

    Moon on a dark night

     

    The moon as seen through tree branches

    Wordless Wednesday is a reminder to me to post a photo but I find it impossible to be completeley wordless so forgive me.

    I have always found the sky moon amd stars fascinating, I remember as a  child I would spend hours  star gazing and daydreaming and I even loved the nights when it was pitch black except for the moon.

    So it was not a surprie that I would want to capture this scene.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com         

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    Sylvan Lake - Dutchess County NY

    Swans on Sylvan Lake

     This was inspired by my recent open house visit on Sylvan Lake.  Sylvan Lake is located in the town of Beekman in Southern Dutchess County NY.  The lake was once home to a mining quarry so parts of the lake are very deep.  It is a great place to go swimming, scuba diving, and fishing.

    The day  of my visit was a bit overcast, however, I was entertained by the birds, beautiful swans and a flock of smaller birds.

     Dock on Sylvan Lake

     Along Sylvan Lake can also be found a very popular camp site, a great location because of the many attractions within a few miles.

     

    Birds on Sylvan Lake

     You will also find a housing complex known as Chelsea Cove.  Residents of this complex have direct access to the lake.  I just checked the mutliple listing service and there are properties available  ranging from $139,000-250,000.

    Homes along Sylvan Lake

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com         

          SEARCH FOR A HOME IN THE MID HUDSON VALLEY



    Hyde Park NY Real Estate Market Report - October 2009

     

    Hyde Park Market Report - October 2009

    In Hyde Park NY during the month of October there were 21 closed sales in the single family detached market.  There were 3 mobile home in the mix as well as several foreclosures.  The selling price range from $48,100 a foreclosure to $323,000.

    Hyde Park continues to be an area with a good inventory under $300,000.  Now that the Tax Credit  has been extended I am sure we will continue to see the Hyde Park inventory moving.

     

                                       DOM       AVG LIST PRICE     AVG SQFT         AVG $/SQFT

    ACTIVE            15           22          $259,980               1800                 $144

    OFFER               4          125         $302,075                2273                $133

    OFFER CS         8          131         $219,150                1691                 $130

    CONTRACT       4          109         $109,400                1274                   $86

    SOLD              18          92          $219,105                1550                 $141

    SOLD MH          3         183         $85,800                  1200                  $72

                                                   

                                                                       AVG SOLD               AVG $/SQFT

                                                                         $209,833               $135

                                                                     MH $70,333                $59

        ****MH -Mobile Homes                                                              

                           

    STREET                              SOLD PRICE

    N. Quaker                            $48,100             

    Bircher                                 $95,000

    Prince Road                        $145,000

    E, Dorsy Lane                     $150,000

    Madison Ave                       $165,000

    East Market                        $172,500

    Douglas RD                        $174,900

    Cardinal Road                    $180,000

    Hemlock                             $215,000

    Kirchner Ave                       $225,000

    South Drive                        $233,000

    Honeywell LN                     $245,000

    Hillman Drive                      $283,000

    Patricia LN                          $290,000

    W. Pine RD                         $300,000

    Kristi                                   $307,500

    Roosevelt Road                  $323,000     

                         

     

    If you would like to find a home in the Hyde Park area start your search here:

    HYDE PARK HOME SEARCH

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com   

    I would love to assist you with your real estate needs.   



    Rhinebeck NY Real Estate Market Report - October 2009

     

     Rhinebeck NY Market Report - October 2009

    Rhinebeck NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - OCTOBER 2009     

    During the month of October in the town of Rhinebeck there were two million dollar listings: $4,200,000 and $12,000,000 on River Road which has views of the Hudson River.  However just one sale was recorded in the village of Rhinebeck, a big contrast to September when there were 6 sales.

    Here is the break down for single family detached homes.               

                                     DOM     AVG LIST PRICE     AVG SQFT         AVG $/SQFT

    ACTIVE          9             21               $2,191,700           4276             $513

    OFFER           1             97               $199,000              1762             $113

    Contract       2            104               $814,000              3930             $207

                                                                            

                                                    

                                                

     VILLAGE OF RHINEBECK NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - OCTOBER 2009                      

                                     DOM     AVG LIST PRICE     AVG SQFT         AVG $/SQFT

    ACTIVE          1                29             $320,000            1660             $193

    Offer CS        2               283            $424,000            2500              $170

    Contract       1                 71             $429,000           1350              $318

    Sold              1                 36            $220,000            1715              $318

                                                   

                                                      AVG SOLD               AVG $/ SQFT

                                                     $217000                          $127

                                                     

    STREET                              SOLD PRICE            

    E. Market St             $217,000

      

    ****Source of data Mid-Hudson Multiple Listing Service Inc (MHMLS)

    OTHER MARKET REPORTS  - 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - September 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - August 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - July 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - June 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - May 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report -  April 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - March 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - February 2009

    Rhinebeck Real Estate Market Report - January 2009

    Start your search here for homes for sale in the Rhinebeck NY

     

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  



    Wordless Wednesday - View from an open house

    Swans on Lake

    Today was my day for attending Brokers open house in Southern Dutchess County NY.  I saw a total of 4 homes; a cape, a brick split level, a townhouse and a beautiful log house overlooking a lake.  The last house I viewed was the log house and this is just one of the view you would see.



    Red Hook NY Real Estate Market Report - October 2009

    Red Hook NY Market report October 2009

     

    RED HOOK NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - OCTOBER 2009     

    In the month of October there were seven sales in Red Hook  in the single family detached category.  Three of the seven sales were over 400,000; it is good to see activity in the part of the market that has been stagnant.

    Properties on the market in Red Hook during September ranged from $118,000 - $745,000

    So here is the breakdown of the October real estate market in the town of Red Hook, and the village of Red Hook.        

                                     DOM     AVG LIST PRICE     AVG SQFT       AVG $/SQFT

    ACTIVE          12           19          $374,475              2595               $144

    OFFER            1           238         $565,500              3010               $188

    OFFER CS        3          284         $284,617              2097               $136

    CONTRACT     4            70          $214,600              1350               $159

    SOLD             7           131         $429,257              2578                $167

                                                   

                                                               AVG SOLD               AVG $/SQFT

                                                                   $409,664                 $159

                                                     

                                                              STREET                 SOLD PRICE            

                                                             Orlich RD                 $187,000

                                                             Read Road              $219,000

                                                             Linden Ave              $254,650

                                                             Route 9G                $ 280,000

                                                             Elm Street               $482,000

                                                             Williams RD             $700,000

                                                             W. Kerley Corners   $745,000

     

    VILLAGE OF RED HOOK NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - October 2009

                                      DOM     AVG LIST PRICE     AVG SQFT         AVG $/SQFT

    ACTIVE          2             21           $246,750         1489                   $166

    OFFER            1           115           $109,900       1300                     $85

                                                                                             

                    

     

    OTHER MARKET REPORTS  - 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - September 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - August 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report- July

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - June 2009

    Red Hook Real ERstate Market Report - May 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report -  April 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - March 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - February 2009

    Red Hook Real Estate Market Report - January 2009

     

     Start your search here for homes for sale in the RED Hook NY

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     

    **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted

    Data for report obtained from the Mid Hudson MLS

     



    Dutchess County Real Estate Market Report - October 2009

    DUTCHESS COUNTY NY REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - OCTOBER 2009

    Dutchess County Single Family home sales october 09

                                                 SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED

                                  AVG.                Median          # of Sales      DOM        Inventory

    October 08          $305,897          $275,000           131             128           2249

    September 09     $303,491          $270,000           136             130           2074

    October 09          $298,982          $265,000           155             128           2027

     In Dutchess County NY during the month of October 24 more single family detached properties closed than the same time last year. 

    The number of months it would take to clear the present inventory is 13.07 months(2027/155) which is an improvement over September's absorption rate of 15.25 months. The current sales dollar volume is up 15.6%  over the same time last year, both positive trends.

     

      

    DUTCHESS COUNTY NY CONDO/TOWNHOUSE MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 09

    Dutchess County NY Condo & Townhouse Sales in October 09

                                        Single Family Attached (Condos/Townhouses)

                                 AVG.                 Median          # of Sales         DOM         Inventory

    October 08            $239,516         $212,000                26               126            373

    September 09       $226,373         $230,000                50               133            382

    October 09           $194,708          $183,000                25               111            386

    The Single Family Attached Properties (condos, Co-op, townhouses) in Dutchess County NY during October saw a 50% drop in the number of sales when compared to September. And a 3.8% decrease over same time last year.

    The absorption rate on the Condo/townhouse market is 15.44 months (386/25) a big difference from last month when the absorption rate was 7.64 months.  The current dollar sales volume also was less than 50% of last month and 21.8% less than same time last year.

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    I enjoy living in Dutchess County; and it is a pleasure for me to help consumers with their real estate needs.  If you are considering buying or selling real estate please give me a call.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams

    Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com         

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    *****Data to compile this report was obtained from the Mid Hudson MLS System



    Speechless Sunday - Sea Grapes

    Wild Sea Grapes

    These are sea grapes.  You will find this interesting plant along the beach in tropical climates.  The fruit is  green but when ripe turns purple.   I can remember that as a child I had fun gathering and eating this unusual fruit.

    Take a look at the leaves, they are round large and waxy and this always gets my attention.  The wood is also used to make furniture and dye is also a by product of the plant.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com and www.jfivehomes.com

    SEARCH FOR A HOME IN DUTCHESS COUNTY



    Sellers stop shooting yourself in the foot. Have that Broker's Open House

    Wednesday is a typical Broker's Open House Day in Dutchess County NY.  Agents can find these open houses by looking on the Multiple Listing Service; although, not all agents make use of this tool.   Most agents will send out email invitations and now and then you will get a direct phone call.

    Last Wednesday I saw several homes and each was a different style and price range.  I got to thinking about those sellers, although they are in the minority, who refuse to have any sort of open house; to me that is like shooting themselves in the foot.

     

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    So here are 5 reason why a Broker's Open is a must:

    1. By holding a Broker's Open House many agents will see the house at once and this will cut down on the number of calls from agents wishing to preview the property for their buyer clients.
    2. If you and your agent had a disagreement on the best price to list the property,  agents will provide feedback on how they feel the property is priced in relation to the existing market.  Carefully reviewing all feedback can help you and your agent .  Sometimes right after an open house there will be a price reduction and that's not an accident.
    3. Agents will also give feedback on property condition and sometimes will volunteer additional ideas on what could be done to make the property more saleable.
    4. When agents come to the open house it will be easier for them to recommend your home to a prospective client.  It is not uncommon for an agent to call a client right from the open house to let them know that the property matches their criteria so they should make arrangements to see it ASAP.
    5. A Broker's open house is a marketing tool, Keep in mind that most buyers still seek the assistance of  a real estate agent.

    So if you resisted having a broker's open house in the past maybe you should reconsider, as doing so could get your property sold sooner.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com and www.jfivehomes.com

    SEARCH FOR A HOME IN DUTCHESS COUNTY



    A Lovely Red Hook Sunset

    A Red Hook NY Sunset

    This evening while running an errand I came across a beautiful scene.  It was just about the time when the sun was setting; I was just going by an open field in Red Hook when I noticed the the colors in the sky and that big ball of fire.  At that point I just had to pull over and get my camera out;  and I was glad I did because this was truly a magnificent scene.

     

     

    Start your search here for homes for sale in the RED Hook NY

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted



    Wordless Wednesday - A Caribbean Delight The Colorful Bougainvillea

    Bougainvillea

    Pink Bougainvillea

    The Bougainvillea is a beautiful plant that comes in a variety of colors; these can be found in California, Florida and the islands.  This flower loves sunshine and will do especially well near the ocean.

    As winter approaches I am already missing the colorful outdoor plants.  I remember when I was growing up we had several colors of the Bougainvillea surrounding the house.

    If you happen to have this wonderful plants, here are some tips on the care of the Bougainvillea.

    Thanks to Steve Hoffacker's post which made me think of my childhood.



    Budds Corner to Pitcher Lane - Red Hook NY

    Budds Corner is located between Route 9 and Route 9G in the town of Red Hook.  So named after the Budds family and there are still members of this family residing on this street.

    On Budds Corner can be found a couple large farms.  I was once told that the corn crop need to be knee high by the the begining of July so when I go by in the summer I make a mental note.

    This is also a great spot t to shoot some lovely sunsets.

    One of my favorite spot on this road is going by a farm where a gnarly tree stands alone in the middle of the field.

     Budds Corner Gnarly Tree

    Make a right off Budds Corner on to Pitcher Lane, Here you will find Grandiflora Nusery a popular place for plants a a favorite spots for many with second homes in the area. Next stop is the Greg Farm, a place where you can pick your own fruits; my favorite is Blueberries.

    In a Barn on the Greig's Farm you will find Gigi Market,  here I find the only brownies I really love; everyone I have given them  to agrees.

    Next door to Gigi's you will find Alison's Winery.

    Enjoy this brief tour of the fall colors from Budds Corner to Pitcher lane.

     

    Start your search here for homes for sale in the RED Hook NY

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted

     



    Buying a house in Dutchess County NY - What type of Architecture can you expect to see - Part 8

    When you decide to buy a home in Dutchess County there might be several factors to consider.

    • Your needs.  Do you need a one level home, such as, a ranch because you can't climb stairs or do you want a multi-level home with a bedroom on the first floor?
    • Are you only interested in older homes?
    • Are you looking for a house in move-in condition or are you open to a potentially large renovation project?
    • Where in Dutchess County do you want to live, in a village or a rural town?

    First, let us take a look at some of the older architecture to be found in Dutchess County

    The Dutch houses  are some of the earliest homes in the area (1650-1800) The Luykas Van Allen House (in Columbia county) is an example of a Dutch home.  Because the Dutch had great influence on the Hudson Valley region these homes can be found in several counties.

     

     Red Hook Library ITALIANATE    - 1855-1870

     

     

      Greek Revival

                                                          GREEK REVIVAL - 1825 -1855

     

     

     Georgian architecture       GEORGIAN - 1700-1790

     

     

     French Second Empire Architecture

     

     

    FRENCH SECOND EMPIRE - 1855-1880's

     

     

     

    There are many other types of architecture to be found in Dutchess County however the most common are:

    Ranches

    Raised Ranch

    Split Level

    Neo Colonial

    Here is a slide show of homes you will see in Dutchess County, the slides are just examples and are not necessarily representations of properties presently listed.

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    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com and www.jfivehomes.com

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    Speechless Sunday - Sand Dunes

    Sand Dunes

     

    Coastal sand dunes are fragile areas along a beach and are vital to the preservation of beaches as they help to limit soil erosion.  The blades of grass keep the sand from getting blown away by the wind.

    So when using the beaches what can we do to protect the ecosystem so that future generations can enjoy the scenic beauty?

    •  Avoid walking on the dunes
    • Don't ride your bikes or any vehicles on dunes

    I don't think this is too much to ask.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 

     

     



    Can you believe it! time to set the clocks back

    The saying goes: "spring a head fall back. " Yes on November 1, 2009 at 2:00 AM it will be time once again to set the clocks back one hour.  Caution, only in States where Daylight Saving Time is observed.

    This is also a good time to make various preparation to deal with the winter weather and to check out safety devices to make sure they are in working order.

    Since we never seem to have enough time it will be great to have an extra hour if just for one day.

    I don't think many of us wait for 2:00 am to set the clock back, usually you will do this before going to bed.  If you have several clocks in the house make sure to change them all.  One yearr I did not do this and woke up in a panic because I thought I was late for an appointment.

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     SEARCH FOR A HOME IN DUTCHESS COUNTY



    Wordless Wednesday - Windmill

    Windmill

    I love to think outside of the box, so while on vacation in Cape Cod last summer I thought a windmill was the perfect measuring tool.  I achieved my goal, it made me feel so small.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  



    Condos in Northern Dutchess County NY

    I would have to say that condos make up a small part of the new and resale market in Northern Dutchess.   Condos in Ducthess County NY 

    Northern Dutchess condos are perfect for people downsizing because they don't want to take care of a house or as an investment made by parents to insure their  student have a place to live while at college. Also Popular  with young professionals.

    1.  Condos are governed by covenants and bylaws and are enforced by the condo association.  When considering a purchase these documents should be reviewed prior to signing a contract; because you would want to know about any restrictions as well as what the HOA fees include.  Some complexes might even have additional rules and regulations

    2.  Reserved fund - this fund is used to make repairs of common areas.  However if a major project is necessary; for instance repaving of the parking lot each unit owner will get a special assessment; this will be added to the monthly HOA payment.

    3.  Maintenance - there is usually a property management company hired to take care of the complex.  It might be a good idea to investigate the management company.  I recently listed a a unit which was in excellent condition however the hallway was not well maintained, torn carpet.  The owner indicated the work should have been completed months ago but was still not done.  This affected the sale , the condition of the hall was a turn off for many potential buyers.

    4.  Amenities - these differ from complex to complex, ranging from play area and swimming pool to tennis court and fitness center.

    5.  Storage - Some condos have separate storage units  with lockers as well as garage, others have storage in the basement.s

    6.  Laundry - Some allow washer and dryer in the unit, others have a coin operated laundry in the basement.

    Keep in mind you will be living close to someone else so hope and pray you will get along.

     Search for Condos in Northern Dutchess and surrounding areas

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted

     

     

     

     



    Annandale-on-Hudson - Montgomery Place to Bard College

    In my last post I took you for a ride on River Road to the point where it becomes Annandale -On -Hudson.

    Annandale- On -Hudson is a hamlet in the town of Red Hook and it has its own zip-code 12504 and post office housed on the Bard Campus.

    On the way, you will go by a well known historic site Montgomery Place with it's beautiful gardens and a working farm.

    You will also pass some old buildings that have been restored, then you will start seeing buildings on the Bard  College Campus.

    Noteworthy sites include the gatehouse, Parliament of reality, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts and Ward Manor.

    Our next tour will include other buildings found on the Bard College Campus.

    You could say, Annandale-On-Hudson is mostly Bard College.

     

     

     

     

    Start your search here for homes for sale in the RED Hook NY

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted



    River Road a designated scenic route - Red Hook NY

    River Road is a very scenic route stretching from Rhinebeck to Red Hook.  You really don't have to guess as to which river it is near, the Hudson River of course.

    On River Road you will find beautiful homes, estates, farms, open fields and fantastic views of the Catskill Mountain and Hudson River in some spots.

    River Road is a route you will take if you get off the Kingston Rhinecliff Bridge and is heading to Bard College or to a performance at the Fisher Center.

    On the way you will past  the well known Migliorelli farmstand, and Poet's Walk a park operated by Scenic Hudson.

    River Road has many bends so you have to be careful not to get too carried away with the scenery.  You will get to a crossroad where Barrytown Road crosses River Road which then becomes Annandale Road.  Bard College is located in Annandale so my next Blog post will take you from this crossing right to Bard College.


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    Start your search here for homes for sale in the RED Hook NY

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com  

     **** Informational only; deemed reliable but is not guaranted



    Speechless Sunday - Reach out and touch a cloud

     

    Low Clouds

    This looks like it was about to storm but never did.  Maybe it was just the time of day the shot was taken, early evening.

    Sitting on the white sands, listening to the waves and watching the cloud formation can really make me forget all the stresses in life, if just for a while.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 



    Saugerties NY one of the 10 coolest towns in the US

     

    Congratulation to the town of Saugerties for being named one of the top 10 coolest towns in the US.  Saugerties is located on the banks of the Hudson River and has a very rich history.

    Saugerties is known for it's antiques, the very popular Saugerties Garlic Festival, the Winston Farm (site of Woodstock 94) and Hits.

    Visiting Saugerties I always enjoyed looking in the antique stores and was also captivated by the wonderful architecture.

    Cantine Field is a 127 acres recreation complex where many events are held such as the Garlic Festival as well as a variety of sports.

    I have listed and successfully sold  two homes that backed up to Cantine Field and was concerned that this could be a negative.  To my surprise both homes were sold quickly as I soon discovered that many of the residents wanted  a front row seat to the events held at the park.

    One thing I discovered about Saugerties is that the residents really love their community and are eager to fill newcomers in.  When I had those properties listed near the Cantine Field I went door to door to tell the neighbors about my listings and everyone was welcoming and provided me with valuable information.  From this interaction with the community I even picked up another listing a year later from a lady whose door I had knocked on.

    So if you want to get-away for a weekend Saugerties is a great destination.

    Saugerties NY top 10 coolest town

     

     

     Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 

     SEARCH FOR REAL ESTATE LISTINGS IN SAUGERTIES



    Are you really selling any real estate?

    It is very common for people to ask if I am really making any sales in real estate and then to give me that look as if to say, "poor thing. How are you surviving?"  I suppose this is understandable when you look around and see all the for sale signs; some having been up over a year.

    Yesterday, the question came up several times, starting with a visit to my financial consultant, next, running into someone in the store and then again during a telephone conversation with a friend I had not spoken to for a while. Don't get me wrong, I do send out information when I list and sell properties.

    My usual response to such a question would be yes, and I am presently working with buyers and sellers.  My problem is, I hate tooting my own horn, although my husband reminds me that real estate is a sales business and a little tooting does go a long way.  I am the type of person who would not show up for an award if I knew about it ahead of time, so tooting my own horn is just something that is uncomfortable for me.  I prefer providing a a good experience for my clients.

    I admire the way my friend Bill Gassett always does a blog after selling a property, so yesterday I decided I would expand on my answer to those asking if I was actually making sales.

    And this is how I responded. Yes! I am selling real estate, as a matter of fact, October is not over yet and  in the last 3 weeks I sold a property on Elm Street and do you know what was great about that? I saw more properties like the one on Elm  St that were priced over $ 400,000 moving; actually a couple pending right now  were listed over $700,000.

    Real Estate Sold in Red Hook NY

    I sold a ranch in Gallatin on a large parcel and over the last couple months I had many calls from people interested in purchasing it, some who had look at it months before.  This too showed me that there were many people who still wanted to own real estate.

    Next, I told them about my listing that I had an accepted offer on in 40 days althouugh the days on the market for the area exceeded 100 days.

     I thought about it for a moment, and then I  said, those 3 transactions in October would account for over 1.2 million dollars of real estate sales.  And the reposone to that was: Wow! I guess you are selling real estate.

    I failed to mention that these were all non-distressed and cash sales.

    So, I just have to drill it into my head that people really like to hear your success stories.

     

     

     Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 

     

     



    Historic Elmendorph's silent auction November 7th in Red Hook New York

     

     

    Elmendorph Red Hook NY

    On November 7th The Friends of the Elmendorph will hold a silent auction, a fundraising event to help with the maintenace of this beautiful space.

    Back in December, I wrote about the Elmendorph to bring attention to the highly successful winter market.  At that time, I mentioned that it was The Friends of the Elmendorph who were instrumental in saving this building from a state of disrepair.

     The event will feature a dinner, a silent auction, and Jazz music provided by the Will Smith Trio.

    It is advisable to make a reservation ahead of time, by doing this the cost will be $45 dollars per person while at the door it will cost you $50.  To insure a seat please RSVP no later tham October 31st.

    If you would like to contribute items for the  Elmendorph silent auction, please call Emily Trap at: 845-758-2713

    For more detail information please visit the Elmendorph website.

    DATE: November 7th

    TIME: 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM

    COST: $45 per person - $50 at door

    Per the Friends of the Elmendorph please send checks payable to Friends of Elmendorph
    PO Box 44, Red Hook, NY 12571

    LOCATION:  7562 North Broadway, Red Hook, NY

    DIRECTIONS

     

     Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 



    Keller Williams Realty Team Ribbon Cutting Event in Fishkill NY

    On Wednesday October 21st, Keller Williams Realty Team  and the Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to introduce their new location at :

     Keller Williams Realty Team

     1401 Route 52 Suite 100, FishKill New York 12524

    Telephone# 845-298-8900

    This was also an opportunity for everyone to meet the new operating principal; Dave Roche who just relocated from Arizona.

    The office really appreciated the fact that many Chamber members turned up for the occasion,  also fellow agents from local brokerages, as well as  Keller Williams agents who came up from Westchester and Orange Counties.

    After the ribbon cutting it was a great occassion to meet other agents as well as business people from the community.

    Many thanks to those who sponsored the event and I must say everyone enjoyed the food- a shout out to the caterer.

     

    Dave Roche Keller William Realty Team Fishkill NYKeller William Realty Team Grand Opening

    You can see my full photo set of the occasion at Flickr.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com 



    Wordless Wednesday - How do you know you are near Tivoli?

    Tivoli NY Water Tower

    Coming down the hill and looking at the wonderful catskill mountain , suddenly this water tower appears as part of the landscape.  Besides providing water to the village of Tivoli, the Tivoli water tower is a sort of landmark,  if it wasn't there you wou miss it.

    Jennifer Fivelsdal- Associate Broker- Keller Williams Realty Team - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com  and www.jfivehomes.com