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Houlihan Lawrence Connects with Christie’s International Real Estate Members

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on February 15th, 2012
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HL Christie Logo 197x300 Houlihan Lawrence Connects with Christies International Real Estate MembersThis past Monday, Houlihan Lawrence joined other leading real estate affiliates from around the country at Christie’s Rockefeller Center headquarters for their Northeast Regional Conference. A great opportunity to share insights on today’s luxury market, this event was open only to Christie’s affiliates, an elite group of luxury specialists who like Houlihan Lawrence are leaders in their respective marketplaces.

Many of Houlihan Lawrence’s sales associates attended to hear what’s happening in the global luxury market and to build relationships with their peers at top real estate companies from around the nation. Speakers from Christie’s Real Estate and Auction businesses reported on one of their most successful year’s ever and announced plans for further global expansion into important markets such as Beijing, Moscow and Dubai.  Great news for Houlihan Lawrence as this continued expansion offers greater international exposure for our listings more than ever before.

Additionally, prominent experts reported on the ever-growing role of technology in the marketing of luxury properties and a panel of top salespeople, including Susy Glasgall of Houlihan Lawrence’s Rye Office, reported on conditions in their local marketplaces.  Overall, the outlook was extremely optimistic and reports of the return of high-end  buyers were widespread, even in previously depressed markets such as Miami. We were especially pleased to hear that interest in the top properties in Manhattan seems to be continuing unabated as well, which always bodes well for our local region. We may be enroute to a stronger year in luxury real estate than originally predicted if this surge of activity continues.

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And The Nominees Are

0 Comments By Kerry Barger on February 13th, 2012
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With the Grammys wrapping up last night and the Oscars just a couple of weeks away, the country is abuzz with the seemingly endless award season that pays homage to the “best of the best” in music, television and film. To jump on this train of recognition, we must acknowledge the prestigious nominations received by Houlihan Lawrence from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.

Our company was nominated in four different categories, with an individual nod going to Gay Rosen of our Larchmont Brokerage as a 2011 Propopoly Top Blogger Award nominee. Her blog, Guide Me Home 2 Westchester, gives readers careful insight into various towns and villages throughout Westchester County with Gay’s own personal twist. We’ve also been recognized on a companywide level for our stellar blogging efforts, with a 2011 Top Propopoly Website Award nomination—these sites give buyers an inside look into the communities they’re considering as a potential home.

Houlihan Lawrence has also dubbed as a 2011 Performance Award nominee for a Top 5 – Most Outgoing Closings Award. To top this off, our company has received a nomination for the Million Dollar Award for Most Outgoing Closings with a sales price of $1 Million and Higher. Another congratulations is in order for all of our agents across Westchester, Dutchess and Putnam counties, as we were selected for a 2011 Performance Award nomination for Peek Producers, a Pinnacle Award.

We’ll report on the winners next month, but our agents and staff should be proud just for the opportunity to be recognized on a global level for our achievements. Cheers to a successful 2011, and ever onward to 2012.

A Very ‘Giant’ Weekend Here in the Hudson Valley

1 Comment By Kerry Barger on February 3rd, 2012
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Residents across Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties (and all of New York and New Jersey, for that matter) have a lot to smile about this weekend, and it’s not just because of the mild temperatures and beautiful sunshine. Staten Island Chuck, our own version of Punxsutawney Phil, predicted an early spring—but do you know that he also foresaw a Giants’ Super Bowl win, too?

According to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Chuck is right about 80 percent of the time. Sure it’s just a prediction, but you shouldn’t take an animal’s inner intuition for granted. Remember Paul the Octopus, who was 8-for-8 in predicting the 2010 World Cup’s final rounds, including the championship match? And don’t forget about Princess, the camel from Popcorn Park Zoo in New Jersey, who’s correctly predicted five of the last six Super Bowls (and has selected the Giants for a big championship win this weekend, too.)

Animal ESP aside, it’s been a painstaking two weeks for most of the Hudson Valley as media fanfare and talk of a 2008 Super Bowl replay have weighed heavily on the minds of Giants fans far and wide. Even some Jets fans have been forced to take sides when faced with the challenge of choosing between their stadium-sharing rivals or Tom Brady and his flowing locks of quarterback supremacy. In a LoHud story written by Richard Liebson, White Plains lawyer and loyal Jets fan Dave Mayeri says it’s an awful dilemma, but at the end of the day, decides he’s better off sticking with a fellow New York team.

While some Westchester residents are cringing at the thought of this year’s Super Bowl, others are ready to celebrate this Giant occasion. Yorktown Patch recently posted a story with the best spots and Super Bowl deals across Northern Westchester. What better way to wrap up the 2011—2012 NFL season with a $70 all-you-can-eat-and-drink at Brodie’s Pub in Mohegan Lake, or by dropping just 30 cents for boneless wings at South Side Grille in Yorktown. Be sure to read Liz Giegerich and Plamena Pesheva’s article to get the inside scoop.

And then there’s the power of a little friendly competition. The Poughkeepsie Journal reports that public officials across New York and Massachusetts have engaged in a football war, putting their respective states’ most famous goods on the line. According to Joseph Spector and the Journal Albany Bureau, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo will send Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick 46 cases of the state’s Greek yogurt, 46 dozen bagels from Ess-a-Bagel in Manhattan, and 46 cheesecakes from Junior’s in Brooklyn if the Pats win. And if the Giants prevail, Patrick will send Cuomo 46 Centerville Pies from The Pie Ladies, Legal Sea Foods clam chowder, and six cases of Food Should Taste Good chips.

Whether you’re a diehard fan putting everything on the line this Sunday, a sidelined aficionado whose team just didn’t cut it this year or a fair-weather football-watcher, we’ve got just one question for you: Who do YOU think will reign supreme in Indy this Sunday?

Houlihan Lawrence’s Gallery of Homes Early Spring 2012 Is Here

0 Comments By Frederick Romley on January 26th, 2012
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Houlihan Lawrence’s Early Spring 2012 Edition of the Gallery of Homes magazine has arrived. Browse over 1600 homes for sale in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties and beyond.

The print edition is available to pick up from any of our Offices and at street boxes located in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties as well as select Manhattan locations.

Click the cover to view the digital edition.

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5 Best Things To Do in Rye, NY

0 Comments By Gay Prizio on January 19th, 2012
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Rye, NY is the smallest city in Westchester County, but overflowing with community amenities and charm that make Rye an easy place to love and live:  

  1. Golf & Recreation: Rye Golf Club, with a public 18-hole golf course, large pool and baby pool.
  2. Enjoy the Long Island Sound: Rye Oakland Beach and Rye City Marina
  3. Community Activities for all ages: Rye YMCA, Rye Arts Center, Rye Nature Center, Rye Library, Rye Historical Society, The Rye Garden Club
  4. Close to New York City: Rye feels like a New England beach community, but is just 36 minutes to Grand Central Terminal.
  5. Eat at great restaurants: Ruby’s Oyster Bar, Frankie and Johnnie’s Steakhouse, Morgan’s Fish House, Water Moon, Rye Grill and Bar, Cafe Livorno, Town Dock.

For more information about living in Rye, take a look at our Rye Community video:

Houlihan Lawrence 4th Quarter 2011 Market Report

1 Comment By Frederick Romley on January 17th, 2012
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Houlihan Lawrence 4th Quarter Market Report 231x300 Houlihan Lawrence 4th Quarter 2011 Market ReportHoulihan Lawrence has just released our 4th Quarter 2011 Market Report for New York’s Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties. Here is an excerpt from the report:

2011 marked a year of relative stability in the residential real estate market north of New York City, in contrast to the volatility seen in global financial markets.

Following the big bounce in home sales in 2010, we experienced modest declines in both units and median prices in 2011 across most of the region.

In Westchester, the median single-family home sold for $600,000, down 4.7% from 2010. In Putnam, median prices were up 3% to $320,000, breaking a 5-year downtrend during which prices declined a total of 25%. In Dutchess County, single-family home values were down 5% to an average of $246,000.

Although closed sales in the 4th Quarter showed the largest declines of the year compared to 2010, this reflects a lull in contracts signed during the August-October period. By November, buyer confidence had returned, and a notable number of deals were put together over the final 6-8 weeks of the year. Based on listings in contract at year-end – which typically close within 45-60 days – the stage is set for a relatively strong start to 2012, with the highest and lowest price ranges outperforming everything in between. [MORE]

Houlihan Lawrence Helps Form Tri-State Alliance

0 Comments By Frederick Romley on January 13th, 2012
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Top New York Metro Real Estate Firms Join Forces to Launch Tri-State Alliance To Better Serve Consumers. Four Brokerages share listings and data to create unique online experience

In an initiative aimed at streamlining the home buying and selling experience in the New York metro area, four top residential brokerage firms have joined forces to create the Tri-State Alliance, a partnership launched today to share exclusive property listings online. The brokerage firms include: Houlihan Lawrence serving Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties in New York; Halstead Property serving New York City, the Hamptons, Fairfield County in Connecticut, Hudson and Essex Counties in New Jersey and Columbia County in New York; Coach Realtors serving Nassau and Suffolk Counties of Long Island; and Turpin Realtors serving Somerset, Morris, Hunterdon, Essex and Union Counties in New Jersey. Each firm’s exclusive listings will be searchable across all four brokerage websites, which collectively receive millions of visitors annually. The Tri-State Alliance brings together 68 office locations, more than 2,900 sales agents and nearly 8,000 exclusive listings.

“By combining our considerable resources, we are increasing the visibility of our exclusive listings which will help both our sellers and buyers,” said Chris Meyers, a Principal of Houlihan Lawrence. “In addition, we are increasing the brand awareness of our individual firms in markets where we might not have a bricks and mortar presence. It’s an extremely smart, efficient and effective way to further promote our companies and showcase our talented agents.”

“This move is unprecedented in our industry, and we are extremely proud of all of our efforts to develop this alliance that will better benefit consumers in a one-stop experience. This unique sharing and collaboration among independently owned and non-franchised brokerages developed from the mutual friendship and respect each brokerage has for one another,” stated Diane Ramirez, President of Halstead Property.

The four owner/brokers of each firm began discussing this unique and forward-thinking collaboration in early 2011. Last August, the four company owners met in the New York City offices of Halstead Property to formally begin the process. “Months of planning and collaboration went into making this happen, each brokerage, technical and marketing departments worked closely towards a single goal,” stated Georgianna Finn, owner of Coach Realtors.

“We are excited to be a part of this wonderfully collaborative effort, the result of which is a comprehensive search tool that will prove invaluable to consumers in the tri-state region. In addition to providing high quality listing data from the various regions we cover, each of our websites offers valuable resources like community profiles, property videos and helpful tips for navigating today’s real estate market,” John Turpin, President of Turpin Realtors.

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Front Row: Chris Meyers, Principal – Houlihan Lawrence, Georgianna Finn – Owner, Coach Realtors Back Row: John Turpin –President, Turpin Realtors, Diane Ramirez –President, Halstead Property

Out and About in Kent

0 Comments By Gay Prizio on December 7th, 2011
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Kent is located in north-central Putnam County, just south of Dutchess County. Kent is considered a rural region with many beautiful lakes, ponds, reservoirs and rocky mountain ranges.
Equidistant to either historic Cold Spring Village on Metro North’s Hudson Line or to Brewster on the Harlem Line, Kent has become a popular second home market.

608 Farmers Mill Rd Carmel NY 150x100 Out and About in KentAs a retreat from the hustle and bustle of New York City, Kent offers its own brand of sophistication. This 1850′s Kent farmhouse was recently featured in a home design magazine that showcases a newly designed gourmet kitchen with modern finishes that add just the right amount of edge to this historic home. This home located at 608 Farmers Mills Rd Carmel, NY is on the market and also features working shutters, a fireplace, an outdoor kitchen, and magnificent gardens designed by the landscape designer owner.

E6D80307F41D11E09392EF7CC0ED00E9 330035 1 1 Out and About in Kent Another home for sale in Kent is 57 Stonegate Ct Carmel, NY, a four-story weekender home that invites the outside in with wraparound decks on all levels. Seasonal views of the reservoir turns this tree house into a houseboat with five bedrooms, a playroom, a separate office suite with private entry, and a family and exercise room.  A summer living room and two-story living room with fireplace complete this have-it-all retreat.

If you would like to know more about Kent, please visit our Kent Town Guide on houlihanlawrence.com

Houlihan Lawrence’s Winter 2011 Gallery of Homes Magazines Has Arrived

0 Comments By Frederick Romley on November 15th, 2011
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Houlihan Lawrence’s Winter 2011 Gallery of Homes Magazine has arrived in our offices and street box locations.
Click the cover to browse the latest edition of over 2,000 listings in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties.

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Whole Foods Opens in Westchester’s Ridge Hill

0 Comments By Gay Prizio on November 9th, 2011
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whole foods 150x112 Whole Foods Opens in Westchesters Ridge HillJust in time for Thanksgiving, residents of Southern Westchester are thrilled to have Whole Foods Market open at Westchester’s Ridge Hill, the new lifestyle center in Yonkers, directly off I-87 and the Sprain Brook Parkway.

Whole Foods Market is known for its natural and organic products, sourced from the top taste makers from local communities and all around the world. This 50,000 square foot store features a mouth watering selection of prepared food from sushi and seafood to a BBQ shack and taco bar.

For aspiring cooks, Whole Foods Market at Westchester’s Ridge Hill holds in-store cooking classes. Students can expand their recipe repertoire at Whole Foods state-of-the-art Culinary Centers, lead by master chefs, artisans and authors.

ridge hill 150x92 Whole Foods Opens in Westchesters Ridge HillIf you are thinking about living in this new neighborhood that features not just Whole Foods, but 12 city blocks of retailers, restaurants and entertainment, Monarch at Ridge Hill are luxury condominiums that offer endless amenities and modern living in Westchester County. Here is a sampling of just a few of the available homes at Monarch:

This 2 bedroom residence features an open kitchen, stainless appliances, sustainable bamboo flooring and a 372 square foot terrace.

This one bedroom residence boasts a corner location with south and east exposures.

Monarch has over 42 different floor plans and the best way to experience Ridge Hill and Monarch is to visit and see for yourself. Monarch’s Sales Center is open Thursday through Tuesday from 10am to 5pm. Please call 914-375-3710 for an appointment.

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