As the proposed new Tappan Zee Bridge which spans the Hudson river between Rockland, NY to Westchester, NY reaches the final stretch before construction starts, some South Nyack residents are facing the fact that their homes may be snatched by the state of NY by Eminent Domain. Others may have temporary easements issued, allowing construction to go forward but would have their property returned when the project is completed.
AOver six acres of South Nyack will be swolled up by the proposed new approaches, loosing tax dollars for the village in the process. Current owners will be compensated for the loss of their property at "The fair market value" aas determined by state officials. For residents objecting to both the project or wishing to dispute the value placed on their property there are several things to do. Read more...
The cycling event Gran Fondo New York, which will be taking place once again on May 20, 2012 It is the second edition of this event. www.granfondony.com
The organizers are currently recruiting volunteers for the event: http://gfnyvolunteer.eventbrite.com/
Like last year, Gran Fondo has an aid station right in Piermont, and we're also looking for directional volunteers along the route in Piermont/Alpine/Orangetown/Nyack/Congers.
I'm wondering if you could help me with getting the word out about volunteering at Gran Fondo 2012. Volunteers get an event t-shirt, musette bag and noisemakers. There will be 6,000 cyclists from all around the world coming to take on the 100-mile course from NYC to Bear Mountain and back.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact
Lidia / info@granfondony.com and tell her Vanessa from Bunburys sent you!
granfondony.com
Gran Fondo New York brings Italian cycling culture to the world's greatest city.
Ever heard of the village of Piermont? If not you should check it out sometime. It's a charming village just south of the Tappan Zee bridge about 15 minutes north of the George Washington Bridge, nestled at the bottom of the Palisades alongside the mighty Hudson river. There's lots to do here, plenty of restaurants including Peter Kelly's Restaurant X, a charming Italian bistro, Portofino and many more to choose from. The famous hang out of Lance Armstrong, Bill Murray, Al Pacino and many more is cosy coffee shop Bunburys, whose homebaked muffins have become legendary to cyclists on the east coast that now call the 9W challenging ride from Manhattan the Muffin Run!
Walk through Tallman State Park along the cliffs of the Palisades or the mile long pier that stretches out into the middle of the Hudson, ideal for a stroll, fishing or just people watching, (look carefully, there's usually a few famous faces to be seen.)
Coming up soon during the month of lovers the village retailers are holding a special weekend of Valentine Gift specials where you are sure to find something for that someone special in your life. Come and visit you'll be sure to enjoy your visit.
This is a wonderful thing
What a great idea! Now we can enjoy our weekly farmers market year round in Piermont at the Piermont POP UP. Piermont Pop Up is a quarterly pop up and gallery with unique and beautiful things - something for everyone.
Check them out on Facebook at http://facebook.com/piermontpopup
Nyack’s decrepit marina is finally undergoing reconstruction. New bulkheads, walkways and docks are being replaced; construction is expected to be complete before the end of Spring this year. The village is also considering hiring a private marina operator, and is researching flood insurance options.
Good news indeed for those that live close by in the Claremont condominiums and patrons of the Riverclub Restaurant who overlook this rundown eyesore.
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GPS real estate is a full service real estate brokerage specializing in the sale and rental of New York State properties.
Vanessa Saunders is the CEO and Broker of Global Property Systems Real Estate. Her extensive background of over 25 years in global marketing offers our clients a sound business model. Vanessa holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration and another in International Mass Communications, with certificates from the Harvard School of Business in Conflict Resolution and Contract Negotiation. She holds the coveted CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) designation and is a member of FIABCI (The International Federation of Real Estate Brokers.) Other real estate designations include Corporate Relocation Specialist, Luxury Property Specialist and Historic Homes Specialist.
A former fortune 500 corporate senior executive with companies that include British Airways The George P. Johnson Group, and The World Trade Center’s Association, Vanessa has lived on 4 continents. She was constantly relocated worldwide, and relied heavily on the expertise of the Realtors to help make educated real estate decisions. When her office at the World Trade Center was destroyed in 2001 her husband insisted that she change her career. For Vanessa it was an easy decision to enter the world of real estate. “After all I knew first-hand what a difference a good Realtor makes when buying or selling, and even more so when purchasing overseas.” Said Saunders.
Why GPS?
“After 10 years with large corporate agencies,” Saunders said, “ I learned that to stand out from the crowd it was necessary to go into business as a broker myself in order to provide the additional services and true global marketing it takes to ensure client satisfaction in the difficult market conditions.”
GPS real estate was born of the necessity to widen the buyer pool when the American market became so challenging and well qualified buyers became a scarcity. GPS specializes in international marketing, and can now say that over 80% of their listings sell to global investors and overseas buyers. “It's a great niche in this difficult marketplace,” says Saunders. “Our clients benefit from a great team of multi-lingual real estate, internet and marketing professionals who work together to provide exceptional services for our sellers by marketing our listings locally, nationally and globally.”
Relocation Specialists
GPS real estate’s experienced relocation specialists work diligently with buyers to find the homes and locations that they desire. “Because we are used to assisting buyers from all over the world, our team is adept at matching the right homes to a buyer’s requirements.” Says Saunders. The GPS team takes pride in not just finding the right property, but to ensure that buyers are fully acclimated to the town or village they choose.
Preventing Foreclosures
In 2009 at a Star Power conference for the nation’s top Realtors, Saunders saw the need to become certified in handling short sales to prevent owners from going into foreclosure. She has held the CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) designation since the spring of 2009, and has successfully saved over 20 families from the stress of foreclosure. “Most agents in this area shy away from short sales as they have become notoriously hard to negotiate. I have been fortunate in teaming up with the top NY real estate attorney Richard Rubin of Rubin & Licatesi P.C.” continues Saunders. Mr. Rubin heads up a negotiating team of experts adept in expediting the enormous amounts of paperwork necessary to complete the transaction in a timely manner.
Saunders’ global business background is a major advantage for buyers and sellers alike.
Look What my clients in Rockland & Orange County New York have to say about my services:
chateaujohvc.rr.com -
chateaujo@optonline.net
I would say that she's smart, assertive and a great marketer. She's up front and forthright which is essential in this market. She's knows the market and has wonderful energy about her work. She's also very ethical which today is rare and most important is that she is not a wimp! I wasted 6 months with another agent who did nothing, and at the beginning of a down market Vanessa sold my townhome in 90 days. What I would say to a friend is, that if you want to get your home sold Vanessa will give you an honest evaluation of what you can expect to get. She has great marketing savvy and that is so important in these economic times. She's continually adding to her education and working on her skills. She is not just a part time agent/broker; this is her career and it shows in her successes!
Scott and Patti Stankevich -
ss.trim@optonline.net
When Vanessa approached us, we had tried three other agents with the largest firms in the area and were quite frankly at the end of our tether. The morning she called us was coincidentally the day our previous contract had ran out. Her confidence was overwhelming and when we met her in person we knew she would do everything she could to sell our home. She started by pulling up her sleeves and helping us stage our home for "success"! It worked!! A week after listing we had it under contract having several offers we accepted the best which was above asking price in what is the worst real estate time of recent history. We can't recommend Vanessa enough. Her upbeat, nothing is a problem and relentless passion for success is refreshing, and changed our mind a,bout Realtor's in general.Thanks Vanessa keep up the good work. We tell all our old friends and neighbors you are the only one to represent them when the time comes for them to sell.
STEVEN M LANDAU ESQ -
landaulaw@aol.com
I HAVE KNOWN VANESSA FOR OVER 10 YEARS
IN THAT TIME I HAVE DONE MANY TRANSACTIONS WHERE VANESSA WAS EITHER ON THE BUY OR SALE SIDE.
ON EVERY DEAL VANESSA STEERED HER CLIENTS WITH WARMTH, GRACE AND CHARM -SHE TOOK THEIR FEELINGS INTO ACCOUNT AND MADE THEM FEEL THAT THEIR OPINIONS ACTUALLY MATTERED (A RARE THING THESE DAYS )
SHE KEEPS ME INFORMED WHEN SHE HAD UPDATES AND KEEPS THE LINES OF COMMUNICATION OPEN BETWEEN ALL PARTIES
I WOULD RECOMMEND VANESSA TO ALL OF MY CLIENTS FOR HER HARD WORK, DILIGENCE AND CARING MANNER
YOU ARE LUCKY TO HAVE HER
Dr. & Mrs. Stuart Knapp -
knappstuart@aol.com
I was impressed w/Vanessa when we hired her as our realtor of choice, although working for a different broker. Since joining GPS real estate we have been impressed with her global marketing strategy.
We expected the house to sell in the midst of a "down" market. Vanessa delivered.
We were consistently delighted with her upbeat, yet hard driving nose to the grindstone approach.
We would say "if you want the job done right-hire Vanessa."
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