The beauty of barn doors

(BPT) – Barn doors moved out of the farmyard and into the house a long time ago. Recently, however, they have become an even more popular and useful feature in residential design. It’s not hard to see why. “Many homeowners hear the term ‘barn door’ and think of reclaimed, rustic wood, which may not be a look they’re interested in,” says Linda Jovanovich of the American Hardwood Information Center. “But contemporary barn doors offer many more aesthetic choices than their traditional image suggests. We’ve noticed […]

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Join @almaxrealty #moreismore social media campaign

The way people buy and sell things has inherently changed in the last decade. Why should real estate be any different? The industry as you know it is lagging dreadfully behind, but Alexander Maxwell Realty is disrupting the system with a bold, new outlook on what is necessary to become a successful real estate agent. Contrary to the notion that you’re all lazy and entitled, Millennials are overtaking the workforce and the real estate market. Almax Realty understands your need for a cutting-edge environment to thrive […]

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Are you selling Your Hudson Valley Home? Here are a few things to consider before your first price drop.

Are you selling Your Hudson Valley Home? Here are a few things to consider before your first price drop. By Realtor Maxwell Alexander It’s the end of a crazy summer here in the Hudson Valley’s real estate market. Bidding wars are far less frequent and the average number of buyers trying to get the same property went down from dozens to just a few. So your house might be in perfect shape and you’ve priced it right, but still, due to seasonal market fluctuations, your […]

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Why is my home not selling? Top 6 real estate marketing blunders that could be hindering your home sale during fall season in the Hudson Valley.

Why is my home not selling? Top 6 real estate marketing blunders that could be hindering your home sale in the Hudson Valley. By Realtor Dino Alexander The beautiful fall has finally arrived in the Hudson Valley. People are flocking from all around the world to watch the natural phenomenon of foliage and pick some pumpkins and apples on a farm trail plus do a wine tasting or two in a winery next door. Fall is by far the busiest time in the Hudson Valley […]

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Essential staging tips that will help you sell your house flip faster by Realtor Maxwell Alexander

Essential staging tips that will help you sell your house flip faster. By Realtor Maxwell Alexander When it comes to selling homes, clutter and overly personalized decor is usually the biggest issue that deters buyers from considering a home, but with flips, it is totally the opposite! Flipped homes usually don’t have their inhabitants and hence lack any baggage that comes with living in a space for years. So what do you do to make it come across as an actual home and sell it […]

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Sold: Modern Hudson Valley Farmhouse in Marlboro, New York

Sold: Modern Hudson Valley Farmhouse Listing Details: Expand MLS ID : 5050862 Status : Sold Village/Town : Marlboro, NY School District : Marlboro Asking Price : $299,900 Property Type : Single Family Basement : Wine Cellar Year Renovated : 2019 Sq Ft : 1424 Sq.Ft Lot Size : 1 acre Year Built : 1879 Floors : 2 Bedrooms : 3 Bathrooms : 2 Listing Broker : Alexander Maxwell Realty Listing Agent: Maxwell Alexander (Licensed Real Estate Salesperson), Phone: 845-518-2750 Welcome to the historic (circa 1870) Hudson Valley Farmhouse in the heart […]

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4 Lesser-Known Tips for Selling Your Hudson Valley Home Faster

4 Lesser-Known Tips for Selling Your Hudson Valley Home Faster by Realtor Maxwell Alexander If you’ve told anyone you’re getting ready to put your home on the market, you’ve probably gotten some advice. Everybody who’s ever sold their home is likely eager to tell you how to go about doing it. Most likely, they’ve told you what you already know: Remove clutter, paint with neutral colors, spruce up your curb appeal and keep the home squeaky-clean for as long as it’s on the market. But […]

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What to Do If You’re Facing Foreclosure on Your Home

What to Do If You’re Facing Foreclosure on Your Home No one buys a home imagining that one day they’ll be facing foreclosure. Because of this, very few people have a plan for how to deal with the situation if it does arrive. And with such a stressful and traumatic prospect casting a shadow over your life, it’s easy to put off doing anything about the problem until it’s too late. However, if you’re having trouble making your mortgage payments and your lender is getting […]

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How to design your kitchen like a Millennial – Kitchen Design Trends by Hudson Valley Style Magazine

How to design your kitchen like a Millennial – Kitchen Design Trends – Hudson Valley Style Magazine by Maxwell Alexander, Designer, Realtor®, Editor in Chief of the Hudson Valley Style Magazine Ah, Millennials, it warms my heart writing about Us – the most consciously awaken generation humans produced so far. We literally design the world around us in sync with Nature and the Universe. So what does it means to design a kitchen like a Millennial? Kitchen is the new Living Room As Millennials are […]

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Five Factors That Impact How Quickly Your Hudson Valley Home Will Sell

Five Factors That Impact How Quickly Your Hudson Valley Home Will Sell by Maxwell Alexander, REALTOR®, N.Y.S. Licensed Real Estate Sales Person, Alexander Maxwell Realty When you put your house on the market, it can be difficult to tell how long it will be on there before it is sold. This makes planning for other things, such as moving out and buying a new place, harder to do. Here are five factors that can impact how quickly your home will sell.  Neighborhood Appeal Consider your […]

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How to Know When You Should Sell Your Rental Property

How to Know When You Should Sell Your Rental Property by Dino Alexander, REALTOR®, Principal Broker, Alexander Maxwell Realty Hudson Valley used to be a summer vacation destination for generation, however, the way we live and work has changed. Thanks to advances in technology, many are able to work form their home office and choose to live outside of busy cities like New York. In the same time, the number of vacation homes in the Hudson Valley and specifically in Catskills, Woodstock area has declined and […]

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How to win a bidding war when buying a house in the Hudson Valley - Step by step guide by an experienced real estate investor/seller.

Multiple Offers Situation? Bidding War? Here are the DO’s and DON’Ts

Multiple Offers Situation? Here are the DO’s and DON’Ts by Maxwell Alexander, REALTOR®, Experienced Real Estate Investor, Alexander Maxwell Realty There is a shortage of inventory in many real estate markets in the United States. If you are shopping for a home in the Hudson Valley, chances are you’ve been there a few times – Multiple Offers Situation, Bidding War, tears, and disappointment… But does it have to be this way? Here are quick DO’s and DON’Ts from a Realtor® who has been on both seller’s […]

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Alexander Maxwell Realty has revolutionized Hudson Valley Real Estate Industry with its Strategic Marketing Approach

Press-Release: Alexander Maxwell Realty has revolutionized Hudson Valley Real Estate Industry with its Global Marketing Approach Kingston, NY, USA – June 24, 2019 Alexander Maxwell Realty has just opened its doors on Wall Street in Kingston’s Stockade District with a bold promise of taking Hudson Valley Real Estate Industry to the whole new level. Thanks to the advancements of technology followed by the influx of new generation of tech-, design-, and style-savvy consumers, the way people buy and sell things has inherently changed in the […]

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How to Ensure You Get the Best Price When Selling Your Hudson Valley Home

How to Ensure You Get the Best Price When Selling Your Hudson Valley Home by Maxwell Alexander, REALTOR®, N.Y.S. Licensed Real Estate Sales Person, Alexander Maxwell Realty Whether you are selling your home to move to a new city or just to relocate to the other side of town, you will no doubt want to receive as much money for the property as you can. Luckily, there are a few tips you can follow to ensure your final selling price is as high as possible, such […]

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Five Factors That Impact How Quickly Your Hudson Valley Home Will Sell

Five Factors That Impact How Quickly Your Home Will Sell by Dino Alexander, REALTOR®, Principal Broker, Alexander Maxwell Realty When you put your house on the market in the Hudson Valley or beyond, it can be difficult to tell how long it will be on there before it is sold. This makes planning for other things, such as moving out and buying a new place, harder to do. Here are five factors that can impact how quickly your home will sell.  Neighborhood Appeal Consider your surrounding neighborhood. […]

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Who is Shopping for Real Estate Today?

If you are selling real estate, this information can help you to adjust your marketing strategy, give you an idea on how to stage your home or where to look for your buyers. If you are in search of a home yourself, knowing who is your competition can give you an advantage as well: You might be able to adjust your search criteria and get a better deal where it’s less crowded. Whether you are selling or buying real estate, we are here to help! […]

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3 Solid Signs It Might Be Time to Sell Your Hudson Valley Home by Dino Alexander, Principal Broker, Alexander Maxwell Realty

3 Solid Signs It Might Be Time to Sell Your Hudson Valley Home by Dino Alexander, Principal Broker, Alexander Maxwell Realty The decision to buy a new home and move can be a difficult one. Your current dwelling is “home” to you, the place where you’ve put down roots and made lasting memories. You’re probably very attached to it. So, you’re not going to move on a whim. You’re not going to move just for the sake of moving or because you’re tired of waking […]

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Are you thinking about investing in the Hudson Valley Real Estate? Here is Why You Should Buy a Single-Family Home Instead of a Condo.

Are you thinking about investing in the Hudson Valley Real Estate? Here is Why You Should Buy a Single-Family Home Instead of a Condo.

Top Three Reasons You Should Buy a House Instead of a Condo by Dino Alexander, REALTOR®, Principal Broker, Alexander Maxwell Realty Condos are very tempting properties to buy, especially if you’re in the market for the first time. They are frequently cheaper than houses. The low monthly payment for amenities is also attractive for people with busy lifestyles. There’s also a perception that condos can be used to temporarily build up equity until you’re ready to move into a proper home. Although there is truth […]

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Top 4 Reasons why You Should Sell Your Home with an Experienced Realtor

Why You Should Never Try to Sell Your Home without a Real Estate Agent by Maxwell Alexander, REALTOR®, N.Y.S. Licensed Real Estate Sales Person, Alexander Maxwell Realty When trying to sell your home, it can be tempting to go it alone. However, when you take a look at some of the things that can go wrong during a real estate transaction, you will quickly realize why this is rarely a good idea. Indeed, there are a number of excellent reasons why you shouldn’t attempt to sell […]

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