Deeds and Leases

Tax Credits for Solar Water Heaters A federal tax credit makes energy-efficient solar water heaters a more affordable and sustainable option for many homeowners. Read Tax Credits for Replacing Heating and Cooling Systems Upgrading to an energy-efficient heating and cooling system can save hundreds on your utility bills and up to $1,500 on your tax [...]

New York State will offer cash advances of up to $8,000 on the Federal homebuyer tax credit for borrowers using a State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) mortgage to purchase a home beginning January 1, 2010. Homebuyers will be able to use SONYMA’s new Tax Credit Advance Loan (TCAL) toward their down payment or [...]

This afternoon the agents in the Houlihan Lawrence Bronxville office received an email about Santa letters in a sleigh at the UPS Store in Bronxville Village. Children have written Santa for toys and clothes that their parents cannot provide this year due to the tough economic times. I know how difficult it is to open [...]

It look like the $8k “cash for coops” (my version of cash for clunkers) will be extended until April 30 2010 when congress takes a final vote at the end of the week. While details are not finalized, it appears that the income limit will double, and there will be a new provision allowing long [...]

This spacious home located in the Winchester, 900 Palmer Rd. in Bronxville NY is a rarely available gem! The apartment features a large reception area, over sized living room, gracious dining “L” and modern kitchen. A long hall brings you to the master bedroom with ensuite full bath, and the second bedroom and hall full [...]

What a great house! Classic raised ranch, lots of space with 3 beds, 3 full baths plus expansion possibilities! Located on a shy quarter-acre lot is sought-after Longvale, in the Bronxville PO section of Yonkers. Easy walk to Bronxville Village! This lovely home features, a new roof, new exterior paint job, large updated eat-in-kitchen with [...]

The New York Times is reporting on a proposal by the FDIC that would ask banks to provide up to six months of loan repayment forbearance in certain circumstances (job loss etc.), if the homeowner had reasonable prospects for future employment. This sounds like a good idea, and since almost everyone knows of someone who [...]

What wonderful news. The fabulous facility will be breaking ground shortly in Yonkers. This is a far superior location than their current NYC location and will afford the children a state-of-the-art facility with everything they need to make their lives better. While times are tough, any support you can provide will be well worth it! [...]

I was browsing yesterday and I came upon this great site, full of design ideas and some do-it-yourself tips as well. Some of the designs are a little different, but that can be a good thing especially if you are ‘stuck’ on what to do. Challenge your usual stylistic tendencies: you might be surprised. This [...]

I found this website this morning and thought I would share it. Think of it as a free Craisgslist. Just drive up and take what you want! I really do not understand who has time to drive around NYC and take all these pictures, but it IS “Green,” so bravo. My only thought is if [...]