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 ...

The best moments of summer are when your days are full of nothing to do but relax poolside. These days, pools are more popular than ever as people seek to make their homes a true oasis. However, adding a pool to your home can be time-consuming and local pool contractors are booked for months to come. If you are looking to enjoy a pool this summer, these homes offer stunning pools that ...

Between riding and selling horse properties, Sally Slater knows the ins and outs when it comes to everything from buying your first equestrian estate, to how taking care of horses teaches you how to relate to people.What is a lesson you’ve learned while riding that has helped you personally?Sally Slater: Riding and working with horses has taught me so much about life! It has taught me ...

On March 4, Douglas Elliman, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, announced the winners of the 2021 Ellie Awards, which honor the firm’s top performing agents throughout the nation for 2020. Top performers from Westchester and Connecticut were among the honorees this year.“While this past year was extremely challenging, our talented ...

Six Bedroom High Performance Home Boasts New Standards In Air And Water Quality With Unparalleled Energy Efficiency. A spacious, luxurious, and eco-friendly home has hit the market in Scarsdale offering a new standard in modern conveniences and clean energy/healthy living. This one-of-a-kind, home was conscientiously built with non-toxic or minimally-toxic products to maximize the ...

Historic Estate With Modern Luxuries There are houses, and then there are exceptional houses. Waterbury Farm, a stunning 1929 Cotswold stone manor in Armonk, falls decidedly into the latter category. The sprawling estate sited on nearly 13 acres evokes a sense of historic charm while offering updated modern luxuries. Lucky for anyone searching for a unique property in Westchester, this ...