Archive for September, 2009


Consider Family Needs When Relocating

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If you’ve been asked to relocate to a new city, ask yourself this question: Is my employer considering my ENTIRE family when offering to provide me with relocation services?

In an effort to win the war for talent and protect their return on investment, employers are finally recognizing the need to provide viable services and support not only to their employee, but to each member of the transferring family as well.

family needs Consider Family Needs When RelocatingFamily issues have always been a concern in relocation but it’s recently become more of a hot topic as employers find the need to be more flexible with their policies to meet the specific needs of each family. I co-authored an article for Mobility Magazine on this subject that published this month.

To read the complete article click here.

Open the Door to Great Values This Sunday

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This coming Sunday, September 13th, Houlihan Lawrence brokerages throughout the region are hosting our annual  Autumn  Open House Tour.

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Sarosca Manor, Purchase

 

An effortless way to see a wide selection of homes  in varying price ranges and locales throughout Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties, the tour will feature many “Just Reduced”  listings - a great way to discover some of the best values around.

 

Visit www.houlihanlawrence.com for a complete list of Open House listings.

 

Getting Better With Age

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Due to its long and rich history, the Hudson Valley has always been sought-after for its splendid antique homes.

Many of these homes, some dating back to the Revolutionary War era, have been updated to modern luxury standards without sacrificing any of their period charm. Here is a  small sampling of the many lovely vintage homes we are currently representing for sale.

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Remote – Cornwall-On-Hudson

Graceful 1907 Colonial-Offered at $1,475,000

A treasured estate owned by the same family for more than a century.    Near the Hudson River.

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The Locusts – Scarsdale

Late 1700s – Offered at $3,495,000

Home of Revolutionary War Hero, Major Popham. Approximately 6000 sf of living space plus guest house.

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Circa 1847 Colonial – Offered at $3,395,000

One of Orienta Point’s grand period homes with a porch, terraces and pool.

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Grande Folly – South Salem

1900 Queen Anne Victorian  - Offered at $2,595,000

Framed by magnificently planted grounds bordering the Waccabuc River with mature perennial gardens and pool.

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The Lorillard House – Rhinebeck

1870s Italianate Colonial – Offered at $1,850,000

Once part of the vast Astor estate, Ferncliff, featuring 33.5 acres with a large carriage house and barn.

 

For more information on these listings, please visit our website.

August’s Most Viewed Home

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The most viewed home on HoulihanLawrence.com for the month of August is a Tuscan Villa style home located a half acre in the Village of Bronxville.  Priced at $2,700,000,  this home has a Chef’s kitchen with granite counters and limestone floors with radiant heat, five bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. For details and more photos visit our website.

Vietnamese Art Comes to Westchester

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Among the special properties  we have listed for sale is Rockledge in Rye, NY, a newly constructed estate manor offered at $8,175,000.

Next Sunday, September 13th from 1-5PM, visitors to the Open House at Rockledge will be rewarded with a rare chance to view and purchase original Vietnamese Art while touring this exceptional residence.

Vietnam’s unique political background and rich history have joined together to create one of the most exciting periods for private VietnameseArt Vietnamese Art Comes to Westchestercollectors. Don’t miss this opportunity to view both the traditional masters, as well as up and coming Vietnamese artists in one of Westchester’s most spectacular homes. A portion of the art sale proceeds will benefit the East Meets West Foundation.

For more information on the Open House at Rockledge, visit our website or contact Susy Glasgall.

Experience the Sweet Life in Mamaroneck

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A rooftop garden, fitness center, library and beautifully landscaped courtyard are just some of the great amenities offered at Sweetwater, a new community of charming pre-war condominiums in Mamaroneck.

Just steps from downtown Mamaroneck, Sweetwater’s convenient locale insures that there is always something interesting happening nearby.

The Village of Mamaroneck offers miles of scenic shoreline on Long Island Sound,  first-rate theater, film and dance at the Emelin Theater as well as  fine restaurants, shops and a movie theater along bustling Mamaroneck Avenue.

Boating enthusiasts will enjoy the town’s scenic waterfront featuring 5 marinas and a covenient boat ramp at Harbor Island Park.

Kayaking is becoming increasingly popular as well, and the Kayakers Alliance of Larchmont and Mamaroneck welcomes beginners and experienced kayakers alike.

For more information on Sweetwater, view this video or visit our website.

Sales Around The Region

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A sampling of recent home sales for properties listed and sold by Houlihan Lawrence throughout the region.

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Bedford Corners

4 acres in gated community

Sold for $2,450,000

Yorktown House 150x150 Sales Around The Region

Yorktown Heights

1920′s Farmhouse with pool

Sold for $850,000

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Hopewell Junction

10 Year-Old Colonial

Sold for $435,000

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South Salem

On 24 acres bordering preserve

Sold for $1,045,000