Buying and Selling Homes in Westchester County

Real Estate Tips


These tips contain information written to assist you in updating, remodeling or restoring your house in Chappaqua, Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Briarcliff Manor, Dobbs Ferry or Irvington. Please select the report(s) that interest you and they will be emailed to you immediately.

And, JUST IN CASE you are thinking of REMODELING... Take a look at this. for cost analysis and what you can recoup at the sale of your property.

Your House Renovations and/or Remodeling and how they may affect Property Value in Westchester, NY.

It is always best to make an appointment with me in order that I might assess what upgrades or remodeling may truly benefit the value of your house in the eyes of a buyer.  One of the most important things that is usually overlooked is the presence of too much clutter or personal items that truly distract a buyer.

Some Questions that I can answer if you invite me to tour your Home.  What I will be looking for as a REALTOR* and could be potential negatives or positives for the buyer of a home in Westchester County, NY.

  • Curb Appeal --- Landscaping
  • Front Entrance and Door
  • Entry Hall / Flooring
  • Kitchen  --- Appliances, Counter Tops, Flooring and Cabinetry 
  • Powder Room
  • Living Room --- Fireplace
  • Terrace, Patio and/or Deck
  • Window Treatments
  • Master Bathroom / Bath
  • Hall Bathroom
  • Bedroom(s)
  • Basement --- Storage, Family Room, Walk out
  • Garage
  • Back Yard --- Level / View
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