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By Paddy (Patricia) Pizappi, Real Estate Associate Broker Hudson Valley NY
(Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty)
Want to know what price houses are selling for in the towns that make up the Minisink Valley Central School District?  During the month of October there were 14 homes that sold within the towns that make up the District.  The selling prices on single family residential houses ranged from $90,000 to $433,000.  The median of the data available shows us that homes are selling at close to 95% of the listing price at the time of sale.  This tells us that homeowners are listing the houses that are selling at very close to market value.  If you are out there looking at homes this is important for you to know. This is also something you will not learn from the listing agent or the homeowner trying to sell his home on his own. It is important for you as a Real Estate Buyer to determine the value...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
I saw this in the news today and thought it important enough to post.   There is a crew of daytime burglars targeting Orange County, New York to Sussex, New Jersey to Pike County, Pennsylvania in a channel across 3 states.   They are kicking open doors while the residents are at work.  They are stealing whatever can be grabbed quickly; cash, jewelry, TV's, laptops, electronics and other valuables.  Four burglaries have occurred in less than two weeks in my immediate area of Greenville, Minisink and Wawayanda.   The police and FBI also believe they may be knocking on the doors to see if anyone is home before they kick them in.  They may also be pretending to look for a particular person if someone happens along.PROTECT YOURSELF!1.  Always lock all your doors and windows before you leave ...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Another great joke received in my email inbox!                             A guy is driving around the back woods of Montana and he sees a sign in front of a broken down shanty-style house: 'Talking Dog For Sale ' He rings the bell and the owner appears and tells him the dog is in the backyard.The guy goes into the backyard and sees a nice looking Labrador retriever sitting there.'You talk?' he asks. 'Yep,' the Lab replies. After the guy recovers from the shock of hearing a dog talk, he says 'So, what's your story?' The Lab looks up and says, 'Well, I discovered that I could talk when I was pretty young. I wanted to help the government, so I told the CIA. In no time at all they had me jetting from country to country, sitting in rooms with spies and world leaders, because no one figured ...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes Real Estate in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing!   I was driving along with my window open and I was at a spot where I had to drive pretty slowly when I heard all kinds of noises from branches cracking, breaking and falling.  So I pulled over and was looking into the woods when I saw the source of the sounds.  There were at least 15-20 of them but they were hard to spot because the woods were so thick.  These birds were so heavy and a lot of the branches so dead that as they landed on the branches 20 and 30 feet in the air the branches were breaking off and falling t...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes Real Estate in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing!
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
INGREDIENTS: 2 Cups unseasoned croutons 2 Cups onion & garlic croutons 1/4 Cup butter or margarine melted 2 Cups grated cheddar cheese 2 Cups milk 8 eggs, beaten 1 Tbsp prepared mustard 10-12 slices cooked bacon (crisp and crumbly) DIRECTIONS: Coat a 9 x 11 x 2 pan with vegetable spray. Place croutons in dish and pour margarine over croutons Sprinkle grated cheese over margarine and croutons. Mix milk, eggs and mustard and pour over cheese mixture.  Sprinkle evenly with bacon. BAKE AT 325º FOR 45 MINUTES.  ALLOW CASSEROLE TO STAND FOR 15 MINUTES AFTER REMOVING FROM OVEN.  ENJOY!
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
When I went to look at Nick Pappas's blog yesterday, (a new member of Active Rain) I read a tear jerker of a story with a funny ending.  His co-worker Kathy York had done an incredibly kind thing that might have her doing some serious explaining to her husband.  If every person out there paid it forward once a week every week maybe there would be a little less sorrow, hunger and loneliness in the world.  To Kathy York I salute you, you are truly a gem in a crowd of slightly polished rocks.
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
  Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone everyday with family in the military. May it all be over soon and our family members safely home. Cell Phones for Soldiers is taking cell phone donations to send overseas to soldiers for free phone talk time. (http://www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com)
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Here is an update of new kitty pictures on the gorgeous cat I got from Andrea Swiedler last month.   She is finally getting along with Frankie; or should I say Frankie is getting along with her.  Lots of jealousy issues you know.   She still insists on sleeping in the dirt.  (Why oh why?)  She is growing in leaps and bounds and is definitely attached to me.   Anytime I want to get computer work done I have to shut myself in a room by myself because she is either chewing on the computer cord or feels the need to type herself.    And if she is sleepy she must climb onto my lap or the keyboard because that is more important you know!  I love her to death and and it is wonderful to see the two of them zipping around the house playing with each other.   So again Andrea I thank you thank you ...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
                                        Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing.   We watch out for your best interests and help guide you through the entire process.  If you are thinking of buying or selling in the Sullivan or Orange County area we would be happy to assist you!  Please contact me or visit our website for more information.    SEARCH HOMES IN ORANGE COUNTY, NY                GRI, ABR, CHMS, RECS, REM   Minisink Valley Homes                   Office 845-355-8439    debbiewalsh@minisinkvalleyhomes.com       http://debbieminisinkvalleyhomes.org.mlxchange.com  
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
If you are a first time home buyer or someone who has not owned another principal residence at any time during the previous 3 years prior to purchase you may be eligible for the $8000 home buyer tax credit.    But you must hurry;  you must close on this new home by December 1st, 2009 to be eligible for this credit.    As a result many consumers are shopping the market in order to take advantage of this tax credit.  After you and your Realtor have shopped around and picked the home you would like to make yours you must next plan the home inspection.  Most often your offer on this home is contingent on the findings of your home inspection.  You should have the home examined top to bottom to make sure that the biggest investment you will ever make is not going to come tumbling down around ...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing.              GRI, ABR, CHMS, RECS, REM   Minisink Valley Homes                   Office 845-355-8439    debbiewalsh@minisinkvalleyhomes.com       http://debbieminisinkvalleyhomes.org.mlxchange.com  
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
There is now a new website that will provide information about sex offenders living within a 2 mile radius of an address that you enter into the site.  You may also sign up for email alerts to let you know when an offender moves into that radius around your entered address.   Currently on the state site when you search for offenders you are searching by zip code and you are not quite sure exactly where the offenders are falling in the area.  This site will narrow their location down for you to a more specified area.   Being able to sign up for the email alerts is a big advantage as well so you won't have to check the sites on a daily basis any more.  National Alert Registry and Family Watchdog are both popular offender search sites.  To see the New Orange County Sex Offender Registry Se...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
I had a really nice phone call today.  But first let me explain what prompted it.  Last week on my way home after a listing appointment I was riding behind several  motorcyclists.  As we came up the road we were on, they crested the hill ahead of  me and disappeared over the top.  One second later a car coming the other way flagged me as she went by so I stopped and backed up to her thinking she was in some sort of trouble.  I saw she had a baby in the car and was instantly concerned.  She said the men that were in front of me had just been struck by a vehicle and someone needed to call 911.  I immediately called 911 and headed for the top of the hill in the direction I had already been headed.  As I came over the top I could see the motorcycles laying in the road, the men and two diffe...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing.              GRI, ABR, CHMS, RECS, REM   Minisink Valley Homes                   Office 845-355-8439  debbiewalsh@minisinkvalleyhomes.com     http://debbieminisinkvalleyhomes.org.mlxchange.com
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
  1.    AVON Skin So Soft Bath Oil rubbed on all exposed skin. 2.     BOUNCE dryer sheets can be rubbed on all exposed skin. 3.     TEA TREE OIL can be rubbed on all exposed skin. 4.     VICKS VAPOR RUB can be rubbed on all exposed skin. 5.     Eat more garlic or use garlic juice to rub on all exposed skin. (or garlic pills) 6.     Remove any standing water. 7.     Grow plants like marigolds, lemon grass, rosemary or horse mint around your patio or outside party areas.  They are not liked by mosquitoes and you can crush their leaves and rub them on your skin for protection from mosquitoes.                                                                                                                                                                                             8.      Next...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved.  This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing.              GRI, ABR, CHMS, RECS, REM   Minisink Valley Homes                   Office 845-355-8439  debbiewalsh@minisinkvalleyhomes.com     http://debbieminisinkvalleyhomes.org.mlxchange.com  
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
I was running home at lunchtime yesterday and there in the road was what I thought was some garbage that had fallen off the back of a truck.  As I came right up on it I was in for a big surprise as you can see.  I pulled around it, grabbed my camera, and then my neighbor and I CAREFULLY helped it off the road to safety after I snapped some pictures.  Enjoy!!  What a scary looking snapper he is-especially with those claws! Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved. This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes in Slate Hill, NY.  Thank you for not plagiarizing.              GRI, ABR, CHMS, RECS, REM   Minisink Valley Homes                   Office 845-355-8439  debbiewals...
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By Debbie Walsh, Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036
(SHAHAR Management)
Do you love to go camping or have you never been?  June 27th has been named the GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT by the National Wildlife Federation.  Held every year this national campout invites everyone of all ages to camp out for one night whether in their backyard or in a public campsite noted on the national website.  People come from all over the United States to participate.  You can register to participate in the campout on the website even if you are going to campout on a different night in June.  June is Great Outdoors Month which celebrates the valuable recreational opportunities across the United States. There are 4 campsites in Orange County that show up on the campout map that participate in the GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT:10990:   210940:    112771:    1So get your fa...
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