Don’t Just Walk on Your Floors Make Them Over | Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Rockland County NY

Hi everybody, Here’s an article on floor makeovers for all you Rockland County homeowners and homebuyers out there,  that I thought you might like. Let me know what you think

Don’t Just Walk on Your Floors Make Them Over | Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate

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I specialize in working with First Time Homebuyers & Sellers. You can contact me for information on  selling or purchasing property for sale in all of Rockland and Orange County.

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty

50 S. Liberty Dr. Stony Point, NY 10980
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County & New York City Renters, What Are You Waiting For?

I have to tell you this has been gnawing at me for so time now. There are some many great (and temporary) incentives to buying a home right now, that I really can’t believe the amount of renters that are still holding out on buying their first home (NYC and Rockland County renters I’m mainly talking to you).

There are the record low interest rates, the huge inventory of competitively priced homes, and the $8,000 you get from the government as a first time home buyer. Two out of three of these reasons are not going to last for very long and that’s the low interest rates and the $8000 credit.
Now, I know that buying your first home can be a little intimidating, so I’ve put together a few web links to help you search for your dream home and help you get it, here they are… 

Researching Your Future Neighborhood  (one of my previous blog posts)
 
Home Search       (search for homes in Rockland County & Orange)

First-Time Homebuyer Credit Information 

This is the time to act, so take a deep breath, do your research, and grab hold of that good ‘ol American Dream before it slips through your fingers. You don’t want to end up waiting to long and then wishing you had acted sooner. 

Happy Hunting

 

I specialize in working with First Time Homebuyers. You can contact me for information on  purchasing property for sale in all of Rockland and Orange County.

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty

50 S. Liberty Dr. Stony Point, NY 10980
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Prudential Rand Realty Is Now Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty…GO GREEN!!

                                                  

Yes it true, our company has changed from Prudential Rand Realty to Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty. The news was as much of a surprise to me as it probably is to you. You cannot believe how excited I am about this change. It feels like a breath of fresh air in a market that certainy needs a positive change.

For 12 years the top real estate company in Rockland County was Prudential Rand Realty, and now guess what?…  Rockland County is still RAND COUNTRY!  It’s still us. We’re the same people giving you the same great service, except now the service we provide will be much much better. The new internet technology alone is going to set us apart from everyone else.

I must admit that at first the news had me a little worried, I had a lot of questions, but my main concern when I heard about the change was, How will this impact my clients?… How is this better for them?  Oh Boy did I get my answer. I’m a firm believer in using the internet’s full potential for my clients and this is exactly what Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is all about. I was shown all the new programs to market my Home seller’s properties and get them sold, and all the new programs that help my Home buyers find the home of their dreams, and all in an easy and stress-free way. I am not easily impressed, but I must say I was blown away. 

There are only good things in our future and I have no doubt that my clients will be completely satisfied with all we have to offer.  I’ve earned  your trust in the past and this change will help me keep your trust now and into the future.

Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty…GO GREEN!!!!

 

See you all next time

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in all of Rockland County

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Agent REALTOR®
Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty

 

Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

 

 

Rockland County Mortgage Rates As Of April-20-2009

Hi everybody, here are the current mortgage rates as of April 20, 2009. The Springtime market is in full bloom. This is a great time to both buy and sell.

Today’s Rates
30-yr Fixed Conforming	4.875%
30-yr Fixed Conforming Jumbo	5.75%
15-yr Fixed Conforming	4.625%

See you next time

 

 

 

You can contact me to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor®

Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty

(845) 300-1741

I am accepting referrals.

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty

Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Living In Rockland Expo, May 24th 2009

Hi everybody,

If you’re thinking of moving to Rockland County or if you currently reside here you don’t want to miss the Living in Rockland Expo being held at the Joseph T. St. Lawrence Community Center in Hillburn, NY on May 24th. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

I think it’s so great that they’re doing this Expo, prospective and current residents can learn about different services that Rockland has to offer, and for the children there will be balloons, face painting, and toys. There will also be local bands that have agreed to play at the event.

I will be taking a few of my client homebuyers to the event so that they can get informed about the community and see how great it is to live in Rockland County. If you’re interested in buying a home in Rockland County and would like to go to the event give me a call and we’ll make a day of it

For more information about the event click HERE

See you all there!  

 

 

 

You can contact me to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in all of Rockland County.

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County Mortgage Rates As Of Monday, March 23-2009

Hi Everybody,

Here are the mortgage rates for Monday, March 23rd.

Today’s Rates
30-yr Fixed Conforming	5%
30-yr Fixed Conforming Jumbo	6.125%
15-yr Fixed Conforming	4.875%

The spring market is here and mortgage rates are super low. If you’re currently looking or are thinking of buying a home now is definitely the time.

If you want to search for listings click on this link  

Rockland & Orange County Listings.

 

See you next time

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741 email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County St. Patrick’s Day Parade

On March 22nd you can just call me Marilyn O’Malave    cause I’m going to the St Patricks Day parade in Pearl River to have some good ‘ole irish fun!

I hope to see you all there, just  follow this for this link more information about the parade.

See you at the parade!!!

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County Current Mortgage Rates As Of 3-17-2009

Hi Everybody,

Here are the current mortgage rates as of March 17, 2009…

 

Today’s Rates
30-yr Fixed Conforming	5.125%
30-yr Fixed Conforming Jumbo	6.125%
15-yr Fixed Conforming	4.875%

See you next time

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

 

 

 Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

Keep Rockland County Beautiful!

 Hey everybody,

I am so proud of being a Rocklander and I’m sure all of you are as well. The beauty of Rockland County is just breathtaking, so lets keep it that way, take a look at the information below to see how you can help, and…

Lets Keep Rockland Beautiful!!!

 

See you next time

 

 

What’s your plan for Earth Day? Pass it on!   Quick Links Register a Cleanup Crew  Map of Sites and List of Who’s In You Tube of Trash Cans Can U Help? Raise $$$ for supplies (trash bags, shirts, ads, banners, litter grabbers) – please consider a donation! Current Sponsors and sponsor info     Bossy Frog donates tune to cleanup kids! A fun giveaway for your hardworking, litter-grabbing kids – listen to the tune on on KRB’s homepage, and request your copy via Email.   Stop Pollution Storm drains run to streams, carrying trash, lawn chemicals, grass clippings, dirt and other pollutants into our local water bodies, the sources of our drinking water.   Help the Earth   Clean a stream    Build community   Pick up trash   Meet a neighbor   Plant a flower     Invite a friend…  Alert your group…  Call KRB! 845-708-9159 krbexdir@aol.com Mark your calendars — spread the word! Keep Rockland Beautiful, a local nonprofit organization, coordinates the Great American Cleanup in Rockland. Somebody in your area is organizing a cleanup, and he or she needs your help. Can you commit a few hours to work on helping clean a park or stream, or plant flowers? Can you invite friends or put up a poster? KRB supplies trash bags, tools, and treats for volunteers, plus any organizational support you need. Wondering where to go and who to talk with? Check out our map of cleanup sites from last year, or just give us a call and we’ll help you to connect you to your local cleanup crew or start your own. Reach Andy at 845-708-9159, email krbexdir@aol.com, or drop by the office at 10 Maple Ave, New City (Clarkstown Town Hall).   Register Online and Win a Free Lawn Machine!  Your online registration automatically enters your name in a raffle to win either a gas powered weed wacker or leaf blower, courtesy of Troy-Bilt and Keep America Beautiful! See www.KeepRocklandBeautiful.org for more info.

Rockland County, Do you Have A Lot Of Clutter? Try “FreeCycling”

Hi Everybody,

As a realtor in Rockland County NY I’ve seen my fair share of homeowners and renters  who end up with lots of unwanted items that they need to get rid of fast. Of course you could always throw it out but why not give it away and keep it out of our landfills.

If the item is still in decent shape you could always give it away at  an online recycling network such as www.freecycle.org. This website is kind of like craigslist except no buying or selling is allowed, the things have to be given or taken away for free. The local Rockland County freecycle site is at Freecycle.org in Rockland County.

This is a great way to clear up some space and do something great for the environment, so please check it out and make sure you read all the rules of  participation.

See you next time

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

 Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

Rockland County Mortgage Rates As Of 2-17-2009

Hi Everybody,

Here are the mortgage rates as of February 17, 2009. The Spring market is right around the corner and the interest rates are still super low, so go out and start your home search today!

Today’s Mortgage Rates

30-yr Fixed Conforming 5.625%         30-yr Fixed Conforming Jumbo 6.000%         15-yr Fixed Conforming 5.500%       See you next time

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

 Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

Rockland County Current Mortgage Rates As Of 1-30-09

 

Hi everybody, here are the current mortgage rates as of January 30, 2009.

 

 

 

		TODAY		LAST WEEK
30 yr fixed		5.33%		5.41%
15 yr fixed		5.06%		5.11%
5/1 ARM		5.59%		5.77%
30 yr fixed jumbo		6.84%		7.01%
5/1 jumbo ARM		5.97%		5.98%

 

 

 

 

 

 See you next time

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County.

Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 I am accepting referrals.

 My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

Rockland County Market Report Of Sold Properties For 2008 With Finance Summary

According to the Rockland County MLS there were a total of 1454 residential single family houses and condos sold in Rockland County from January 1, 2008 to December 31, 2008. Considering how the sales market has been nationally I would say that Rockland County is definitely ahead of the game. I thought it would be interesting to know how they were paid for so in the following chart I have separated the total numbers sold by the type of financing that was used to purchase these homes.

Those numbers are impressive. Look it over and let me know what you think.

 

Financing                 #Homes Sold                        Average Sale Price 

ARM                           20                                            $453,975

CASH                        119                                           $406,824

FHA                            57                                            $369,703

FIXED                       986                                          $435,810

FMHA                        4                                               $460,125

SONYMA                  13                                             $221,192

SRMK                        250                                          $490,057

VA LOAN                  5                                              $309,900

TOTALS                   1454                                         $438,139

 

See you next time

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at

(845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 

 I am accepting referrals.

 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

Rockland County Mortgage Rates As Of January 13, 2009

Hi everybody, here are the current mortgage rates as of January 13, 2009.

They are still very low and prices of homes have come down significantly,

this is definitely the time to buy.

 

 

		TODAY		LAST WEEK
30 yr fixed		5.08%		5.33%
15 yr fixed		4.75%		4.97%
5/1 ARM		5.75%		5.86%
30 yr fixed jumbo		6.92%		7.05%
5/1 jumbo ARM		6.04%		5.96%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 See you next time

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 I am accepting referrals.

 My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

 

 

Happy New Year Rockland County!

Hi everybody, I just want to take this time to wish you all a very Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year!!!!

 

Lets make it a great 2009!!!!!!

 

 

 

See you next time

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 

 I am accepting referrals.

 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

Rockland County Current Mortage Rates As Of 01-01-2009

Hi everybody, here are the current mortgage rates for Rockland County.

 

 

30 yr fixed mortgage                 5.26%              5.29%

15 yr fixed mortgage                 5.07%              5.23%

5/1 ARM                                 5.86%              5.83%

30 yr fixed jumbo mtg               6.96%              6.85%

5/1 jumbo ARM                       5.91%              5.87%

 

 

See you next time

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at

(845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 

 I am accepting referrals.

 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

 

Fine Home For Sale In Montebello NY / Beautiful Fully Renovated Colonial Listed At $899,000

This is a home listing at our office that is priced to sell and is absolutely gorgeous. The moment I walked in to view it I got all dreamy eyed. It is truly a thing of beauty.

This home has been completely renovated and restored to its natural beauty.  It’s a 1900 colonial in beautiful Montebello New York. It is estimated at 3,400 sq.ft. on 2.36 acres of land and is ajacent to the all to desired Spook Rock Golf Course.

It features granite counter tops, cherry cabinets, a kitchen island, stone backsplash, G.E. profile appliances, enclosed sun porch, walk-in closets, hardwood floors thru-out, two fireplaces, a waterfall pond, wetbar, wine cooler, wine closet, and so on, and so on, and so on… you get the idea.

Take a look at the beautiful pictures, but believe me they don’t do it justice.

It is listed at $899,000

If you want more information or to schedule a showing give me a call at (845) 300-1741 or email me at malavemarilyn@aol.com

Thanks for looking

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 

 I am accepting referrals.

 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County Mortgage Rates As Of 12-12-2008

Here are the current mortgage rates for Rockland County. Your eyes are not deceiving you, these are the correct numbers. This is a great time to apply for a mortgage or get refinanced, the savings would be tremendous. Talk to a mortgage expert today, don’t let this pass you by.

 

 

30 Year Conforming Fixed Rate    5.250% 0 Points

15 Year Conforming Fixed Rate    5.125% 0 Points

5/1 ARM Conforming                     5.375% .5 Points

30 Year Jumbo Fixed Rate            5.625% 0 Points

 

 

 

 

 

See you next time

 

 

You can contact me to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

 

I am accepting referrals.

 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Marilyn Malave Licensed Real Estate Agent, REALTOR® Prudential Rand Realty Direct: (845)300-1741 Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com Website: Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

 

Rockland County Current Mortgage Rates As Of 12-02-08

Hi everybody, here are the current mortgage rates for Rockland County. As you can see they dropped dramatically since the last time. No one knows how long it will last so if you’re looking to buy, please, please, please talk to a mortgage agent now.

30 Year Conforming Fixed Rate 5.625% 0 Points

15 Year Conforming Fixed Rate 5.250% 0 Points

5/1 ARM Conforming 5.500% .5 Points

30 Year Jumbo Fixed Rate 6.000% 0 Points

 

 See you next time

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com 

 I am accepting referrals. 

My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com

Rockland County Foreclosure Prevention Workshop For Homeowners

Hi everybody, I am very excited to be sharing this information with all of you. This is something that is very important if you are facing foreclosure in Rockland County.

My company Prudential Rand Realty will be doing a Free Foreclosure Prevention Workshop for homeowners, It will be held at the Comfort Inn and Suites 425 East Rt. 59 Nanuet, NY on Tuesday, November 25^th from 6:00-9:30pm.

 

This workshop was made to educate struggling homeowners and let them know that they have options. There will be Government officials and agencies there giving FREE facts about foreclosures to all who attend.

 

If you are facing or possibly facing foreclosure I urge you to attend. You do not have to give your personal information, just go and listen, and hopefully you’ll come away with all or most of the information you need to help you in these difficult times. And as always, I am here to help just call or email me.

 

 

 

 

 

You can contact me to purchase a property or to list your property for sale in all of Rockland County. Marilyn Malave Licensed Agent, Realtor® Prudential Rand Realty at (845) 300-1741

Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com

 

 I am accepting referrals.

 

 My real estate website is Marilyn Malave Rockland County NY Real Estate Website

Blog: My Rockland County NY Real Estate Blog

 

Contact Information

Marilyn Malave
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Prudential Rand Realty
Direct: (845)300-1741
Email: malavemarilyn@aol.com
Website: www.RandRealtor.com
Blog: www.RocklandBuzz.com