I have been reading a lot of articles lately in Local and National publications that have pointed out the trend of builders turning away from large, expensive "McMansions" and trying to build smaller, more affordable homes. It seems that the Builders that have been featured in these articles have been having great success sticking to this idea. One of the Builders featured in a local publication is offering homes under 1,500 sqaure feet, which he describes as "cottage style". They have designed and built more than 50 homes throughout Sullivan County, New York and they are attracting city dwellers looking for second homes as well as local people just looking to downsize.
We are hoping to be able to use this information to help builders that are following this trend find some affordable lots that they can build on.
Are you seeing similar trends in your area? I was curious to see how widespread this was.
I love Pine Bush all year round, but it is particularly beautiful this time of year. Many local shops and homes are decorated for Christmas and with the recent snowfall, it really looks magical. Here are some photos that I thought that I would share with everyone:
There are many more beautiful homes in Pine Bush. Also, the businesses did such a wonderful job with their windows.
Happy Holidays to everyone! Enjoy the time off with your families!
So, if you like the snow, you are a happy person! Here in Pine Bush, we got snow Friday afternoon and it continued into Saturday. We got a break for a few hours, and then it started again Sunday. We probably ended up with about 8-10 inches, with more in certain areas. It is really beautiful to look at, but what a mess for commuting! Our RJ Smith Realty office here in Pine Bush closed at 1PM on Friday and then again on Sunday. We rarely have to close early, but the roads were pretty dangerous! This week is typically a quiet week in real estate (as I am sure most of you would agree), but with this weather, it is going to be really quiet. It may be a good time to get some cleaning and organizing done-catch up with contacts, go over your Christmas card lists, etc.
If you love the snow and winter sports from sledding to ice skating to snowmobiling, the Hudson Valley is a great place for you to call home. It is really beautiful this time of year. If you may be interested in looking at homes in the Hudson Valley, please call me - I would be happy to help.
Weather permitting; the following are some activities for KIDS taking place in our area:
Saturday, December 20th
Green Gifts Workshop for Children: 10PM-noon at the Wallkill River Art School, 242 Ward Street in Montgomery. Children will make their own gift wrap and use it to wrap compact fluorescent bulbs. $30, includes lunch. Call 457-ARTS
Coats to Warm Little Bodies: 2-4PM at the Interactive Museum in Middletown. The Girl Scout Brownie Troop 674 will be giving away coats to children in the community in need of a warm coat. 341-2626
Welcome Winter: 2PM at the Stony Kill Environmental Education Center, Route 9D in Wappingers Falls.
Teen Center: 7:30PM-10:30PM at the Middletown YMCA, 81 Highland Avenue in Middletown. Open to children ages 13-17. A variety of activities including basketball, dances, swimming, art and music.
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Working with a Team of professionals. I don't try doing it all... Serving the Orange, Ulster & Sullivan Counties. Please go to our website @ www.teamrjsmith.com & see what way our Team can help.
I have over twenty-one years of real estate and related construction experience with sixteen years as a Licensed Sales Associate and Associate Broker. I have been at R.J. Smith Realty in Pine Bush, New York for 17years. For the past 15 years, I have been a member of Team RJ which is a Team of 13 highly qualified and diversified professionals. The Team approach offers multiple advantages for clients including expertise in all types, styles and sizes of properties. I am the listing specialist for the residential and land listings of TEAM R.J. I also also coordinate the new home construction, residential re-sales and land sales from inception to close for Team R.J. and work directly with each seller.
I recently obtained my Accredited Staging Professional (ASPTM) designation. I enjoyed learning about how to help Sellers make their house look as presentable as possible and in turn, attract more Buyers and Sell their home faster. I am happy to be able to offer this exciting new service to my clients.
I am a member of the Orange County Assoication of Realtors, the New York State Assocaition of Realtors, the Orange County Chapter of Certified Residential Specialists, the National Assocation of Realtors, the Greater Hudson Valley Multiple Listing Services, the Graduate Realtors Institute, the Residential Sales Council and the Senior Advantage Real Estate Council.
I am a graduate of Pine Bush High School in Pine Bush, New York and I love to be able to work in the community where I grew up. I am involved in the Town of Crawford with many different organizations including Orange County Meals on Wheels, the semi-annual Street Clean-up and most recently, the Walden Road and Gun Club.
I have received various awards for my sales over the years including several Excellence in Sales Gold Awards from the Orange County Assocation of Realtors.
When I am not working or volunteering, I enjoy softball, volleyball, water skiing, snowmobiling, gardening and scrapbooking.
Please visit our website at http://www.teamrjsmith.com/ for more information
My home town, located in the Hudson Valley in Northern Orange County. Watch this video you will learn about a community you will want to call home.
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We would like to thank you and the RJ Smith Realty team for all that you did towards the sale of the family property. Deciding to sell was a difficult decision for my parents. They felt that they could ask your opinion, and they valued your judgment. In the beginning they resisted your suggestions of a "For Sale" sign, but as soon as one appeared, we began to see a high rate of traffic. In a short time the right person fell in love with the property, and the closng process began. eaving everything in our hands gave them a feeling of confidence. Once againk, thank you and R.J. Smith for your excellent service to our family.
The Comfort Family
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At 83 years old I was faced with selling my home in Sullivan County. This was a very emotional time for me. My husband and I purchased our home in 1950 and had many memories in this home. Now I found myself being alone and not being able to take care of the home and didn't want to be a burden on anyone for help.
At the urging of a friend, I contacted RJ Smith Realty and worked with Sue J.. Sue J. helped me out from start to finish. She is a very compassionate and honest realtor. She made this transition a very smooth one. She was able to find the perfect buyer that would appreciate the home like I had. From the start of the sale to the final day she showed great responsibility, knowledge and integrity. I would hope that you are as lucky to find her and work with her. The sale of your home will be the smoothest possible.
Olga Kistakos
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I haven't worked with Sue J. on a sale of any real estate, but she has been very instrumental in helping the senior citizens with their housing needs. She has worked hard promoting Schulyer Crossing Senior Complex and is now working on additional senior housing needs with builders, the town and seniors. If you have any questions the seniors know that Sue J. has time to answer or find out the answer - you can call on her.
Sue J. also delivers meals on wheels to myself and other seniors. It is great to see her face weekly just to say hello or ask her questions. She is a great asset to the community. Mrs. Babby
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