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First Time Home Buyer

Exploring Different Types of Mortgages

Hey there, house hunters in the Hudson Valley! Alisha Anglin-Pagan here, your friendly neighborhood realtor, ready to guide you through the exciting world of homeownership. Today, we’re diving into a crucial aspect of buying a house: understanding the different types of mortgages. Finding the right mortgage can feel overwhelming, like navigating a maze. But fear […]
First Time Home Buyer, Home Buying

10 First-Time Homebuying Tips in the Hudson Valley

Congratulations! You’ve decided to embark on the exciting journey of homeownership in the Hudson Valley. Whether you envision a charming colonial in Rhinebeck or a cozy cabin nestled amidst the Catskills, this picturesque region boasts a variety of settings to suit your dreams. But before you get swept up in browsing real estate listings, take […]
First Time Home Buyer, Home Buying, Home Owners, Howeowner Resource

Garbage Disposals and Septic Systems: A Match Made in…Trouble?

Garbage disposals and septic systems: a match made in…trouble? If you’re a homeowner with a septic system, you probably think twice about what goes down your drains. And you should! One of the most common debates among septic system owners is whether or not to use a garbage disposal. Is it the kiss of death […]
Home Owners, Howeowner Resource, Renovation, Selling Your Home

Renovation Ideas for Your Home: Boost its Value

Dreaming of transforming your haven into a space that reflects your unique style and boosts its value? Look no further than strategic renovation ideas for your home! Whether you’re aiming to create a luxurious spa-like bathroom, a welcoming outdoor oasis, or an accessible haven for aging in place, renovations can unlock a world of possibilities. […]

First Time Home Buyer Exploring Different Types of Mortgages Hey there, house hunters in the Hudson Valley! Alisha Anglin-Pagan here, your friendly neighborhood realtor, ready to guide you through the exciting world of homeownership. Today, we’re diving into a crucial aspect of buying a house: understanding the different types of mortgages. Finding the right mortgage can feel overwhelming, like navigating a maze. But fear […]

First Time Home Buyer 10 First-Time Homebuying Tips in the Hudson Valley Congratulations! You’ve decided to embark on the exciting journey of homeownership in the Hudson Valley. Whether you envision a charming colonial in Rhinebeck or a cozy cabin nestled amidst the Catskills, this picturesque region boasts a variety of settings to suit your dreams. But before you get swept up in browsing real estate listings, take […]

First Time Home Buyer Garbage Disposals and Septic Systems: A Match Made in…Trouble? Garbage disposals and septic systems: a match made in…trouble? If you’re a homeowner with a septic system, you probably think twice about what goes down your drains. And you should! One of the most common debates among septic system owners is whether or not to use a garbage disposal. Is it the kiss of death […]

Home Owners Renovation Ideas for Your Home: Boost its Value Dreaming of transforming your haven into a space that reflects your unique style and boosts its value? Look no further than strategic renovation ideas for your home! Whether you’re aiming to create a luxurious spa-like bathroom, a welcoming outdoor oasis, or an accessible haven for aging in place, renovations can unlock a world of possibilities. […]

Co-op Is Co-Op Ownership Right For Me? Howdy, neighbors! Alisha Anglin-Pagan here, your friendly real estate guru at Howard Hanna Rand Realty. I’m here to bring you the inside scoop on a special housing option in our neck of the woods – the cooperative apartment, or “co-op” for short. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and charming towns of the Hudson Valley, you’ll […]

Home Decor The Ultimate Guide to Successful House Showings Hey there, future home sellers! As a real estate expert and blogger, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to prepare your home for successful house showings. Selling your home can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience, and you want to ensure that you make a great impression on potential buyers. That’s why I’m here […]

Howeowner Resource How to Avoid a Foreclosure: Overview and Process For many homeowners, the thought of losing their home to foreclosure can be a frightening and stressful experience. If you’re struggling to make your mortgage payments due to financial difficulties, I want you to know that you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll explore what foreclosure is, how it works, and most importantly, what options […]

First Time Home Buyer FHA Mortgage: Pros and Cons When it comes to home buying, there are many different types of mortgages available. One option that may be suitable for some individuals is an FHA mortgage. FHA mortgages are backed by the Federal Housing Administration. They are designed to help people who might not be able to qualify for a traditional mortgage obtain financing […]

Howeowner Resource 10 Tips For Selling Your Home in 2023 Selling your home can be an overwhelming and stressful experience, but with the right strategy and preparation, you can maximize your chances of selling your home quickly and at a good price. Whether you are a first-time seller or a seasoned pro, there are certain steps you can take to make your home stand out […]

Howeowner Resource Turning your investment property into an Airbnb: Is it for you? Turning your investment property into an Airbnb: Is it for you? As you try to figure out the best path for your investment property, you may be bombarded with different options. With the right strategy, it can reap great financial benefits. But, with so many options available, it can be challenging to determine which path […]

Investing Real Estate: The Key to Financial Security Investing in real estate can be an important component of a well-rounded investment portfolio and a key factor in achieving financial security. It offers a number of benefits that can help diversify an investment portfolio and provides protection against inflation. Main Benefits One of the main benefits of real estate investment is the potential for […]

Home Buying Final Walkthrough on Closing Day It took me a while to post this video on YouTube of my final walkthrough on closing day because…I’m lazy, with video editing at least. Sue me! This past Monday was closing day for my clients! Yay! They were moving from Forest Hills in Queens to Cortlandt Manor in Westchester County. I got there a little […]

Family Fun December Happenings of 2021 Here are some December Happenings version 2021! Yes, I am a bit late with this post and I do apologize about that! Since working with so many transplants from the city, many of whom are eager to get to know the area, I am bombarded with a plethora of questions on what to do up […]

Howeowner Resource Fall Market Update: Is the Fall a Good Time to Sell? Fall Market Update Before I dive in, I just want to share a bit about what is going on in our market in Orange County, New York. New listings for single family homes is down so far, compared to this time last year from 569 to 404, a -29% decrease. As for those that sold, […]

Home Buying 12 Tips for an Easier Move As exciting as it is to move into a new home, not many people look forward to the actual moving day. Whether you are moving across town or across the country, moving is stressful. Here are some helpful hints from expert movers to make the big day a little more bearable. 1. Schedule your move […]

Family Fun Getting Out: Our day at Space Farms: Zoo & Museum We couldn’t resist this wonderful weather anymore. Being suck at home due to the winter weather AND COVID has been a nightmare so finally being able to get out, while social distancing of course, has been godsend! It was near the mid 60’s today with mostly clear sky’s. We took a little drive (okay, maybe […]

Howeowner Resource What is a mortgage forbearance? Experiencing a short-term hardship? A mortgage forbearance may provide temporary payment relief to assist you. These hardships typically come from dealing with a job loss, disability, illness, a recent disaster, divorce, death of a wage earner or other unique circumstances. In this video, I describe a brief definition on what a mortgage forbearance is. If […]

Home Tours Tour with me: Get this view for $250K?!? I had an appointment this past weekend (November 8th) to show a lovely home out in Newburgh, NY. It was a bit outdated since the last owner had it custom built and lived in it for many years. Sadly, the owner has passed away and it’s now an Estate Sale. Although it was outdated, definitely […]

First Time Home Buyer The 5 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Your First Home Buying your first home can be an anxiety-ridden process, and that potential anxiety gets amplified for anyone who’s embarking on homeownership for the very first time. There’s so much to do and so much you don’t know that “being overwhelmed” hardly seems like an appropriate description of how it feels. And even though you don’t […]

Home Staging 5 Home Seller Strategies for Staging Your Home Perfectly There’s a reason why people love looking at photos of homes for sale — it’s rare that we get to see a place look it’s very best which makes it so appealing when we do. Also, scrolling through gorgeous room after room helps serious buyers see themselves settling down in those very rooms which makes […]