One of the biggest questions for first-time homebuyers is, "How much can I afford?" Before you start looking for a home, you should absolutely have your budget in mind. You don’t want to fall in love with a home that’s out of your price-range only to be disappointed that you can’t afford it. Here are some tips on how to determine your home-buying budget. Can you use your rent as a good ...

NEW YORK -- Central Park offers Manhattanites more than just a place to walk their dogs and throw a frisbee; it's home to countless sports leagues, nature trails and even a zoo, all just a short walk from the hustle and bustle. For homeowners at several of Douglas Elliman Real Estate's newest Manhattan listings, the world's most famous park is never too far away.Located at the southern ...

NEW YORK -- Earlier this month, Douglas Elliman Real Estate's nationwide agents and employees gathered at Radio City Music Hall in New York City for the firm's annual awards celebration, known as "The Ellies."Amassing $24.6 billion in nationwide sales in 2016, Elliman posted a 10 percent increase from 2015. In celebration of the firm’s growth, expansion and world-class ...

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Although the weather this winter has been wet and gross, Westchester residents don't necessarily need to catch a flight in order to go for a swim. In fact, thanks to several unique listings by Douglas Elliman Real Estate, doing a cannonball can be as easy as putting on a pair of trunks and walking downstairs.'Longmeadow', the estate at 41 North Broadway in ...

MIAMI -- National real estate brokerage firm Douglas Elliman was in Miami this December, as one of the most prominent names in luxury homes showcased some of their most exclusive listings at the 2016 Art Basel festival in Miami BeachOriginally founded in 1970 in Basel, Switzerland, Art Basel is the world's premier art showcase for Modern and Contemporary Art. It is held annually in ...

NEW YORK -- Who says the warm weather has to end on Labor Day? According to Douglas Elliman Real Estate, enjoying an endless summer is easy, thanks to several of their listings from across the country.Miami has long been a winter escape for snow-covered New Yorkers, and Douglas Elliman's listing at 288 S. Coconut Ln. in Miami Beach offers the best of tropical luxury. Located on Palm ...

NEW YORK -- From sitting in traffic to paying a small fortune for a beach cottage, getting to the shore is no stress-free task. That's why more and more vacationers are heading to the woods when looking for a secluded summer retreat. According to Douglas Elliman Real Estate's market reports by Jonathan Miller, median home prices in the Hamptons -- New York's 'it' seasonal escape -- hit ...

GREENWICH, Conn. -- For homeowners seeking privacy, luxury and a touch of history, Douglas Elliman's property listing on 42 Lower Cross Road in Greenwich offers the best of all worlds. Situated on ten acres of Greenwich's historical 1600 acre Conyers Farm plot, the 6,100 sq. ft. home was originally built as one of the first properties on the now famous land tract.Conyers Farm was ...

GREENWICH, Conn. -- Like many people, homes can start to show signs of wear and tear after age 40. A recently-listed 6-bedroom Colonial at 11 Hedgerow Lane in Greenwich, built in 1975, looks like new inside and out.The property is listed for $5,985,000 by the Stevens Kencel Group at Douglas Elliman and agents Lyn Stevens and Robin Kencel. The property sits on 2.27 manicured, level acres ...

BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- A 5-bedroom stunning country stone Manor home with more than 11 acres combines privacy, elegance and warm in a quiet section of Bedford Corners.The home at 72 Guard Hill Road is listed for $5,895,000 by Douglas Elliman agent Camille Branca. She will host an open house on Sunday, Feb. 7, from 1-3 p.m.“It’s completely private and noise free,’’ Branca said. “It’s ...