Real Estate Blog for Hudson Valley Buyers and Sellers

Things to Do in Highland Mills, NY: Schunnemunk Hikes, Vineyards and Easy Day Trips

By Ammar Iqbal | Real Estate Salesperson, eXp Realty Highland Mills is a quiet hamlet in the Town of Woodbury in Orange County, NY. It sits right off Route 32 and close to Interstate 87, so it's easy to get around. Here are some of the best things to do if you live here or are thinking about moving.

Buying a Home in Winter in Middletown, NY: Pros, Cons and What to Check

By Ammar Iqbal | Real Estate Salesperson, eXp Realty Most people think spring is the time to buy a home. But buying in winter in Middletown, NY can work in your favor, as long as you know what to look out for. Here's a simple guide. The Upside: Less Competition Fewer buyers shop between November and

How to Grieve Your Property Tax Assessment in Orange County, NY

By Ammar Iqbal | Real Estate Salesperson, eXp Realty If your property tax bill feels too high, you may be able to lower it by challenging your assessment. In New York this is called "grieving" your assessment. Here is a simple look at how it works for homeowners in Middletown and the rest of Orange

Woodbury, NY Listing Expired? A Fresh Plan to Relaunch

By Ammar Iqbal | Real Estate Salesperson, eXp Realty When a listing in Woodbury expires, most sellers I talk to feel two things at once: disappointed, and a little wary of the next agent who calls. That is fair. So let me just be straightforward. Homes come off the market unsold all the time, and it