Park Sterling Realty Blog

The rise of craft beer has had a huge impact on communities all over the country, as new breweries are starting up all the time. However, breweries offer so much more than beer! They provide a unique atmosphere often filled with local art, great food, games, and entertainment.

It just so happens we have some of New York's best breweries right here in Westchester County. If you're looking for a laid-back atmosphere and delicious beer, and want to support local businesses, our REALTORS® recommend a visit to one of these fantastic local breweries:

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We all strive for a fresh, clean-smelling interior, but odors inside the home are difficult to prevent. Many homeowners assume the odors in their homes are simply "an old house smell," but the truth is, all odors have a source or an underlying cause. Most smells are caused by mold or mildew, high levels of humidity, or a lack of ventilation. 

To help your home smell fresh, Our REALTORS® always recommend eliminating the source of the smell first. There are some simple things you can do around the house on a regular basis to keep foul odors at bay. Here are some of our recommendations:

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Halloween is a favorite holiday for our REALTORS®. With beautiful fall foliage, cooling temperatures, and spooky decor, there is so much to love about this time of year, especially when you live in Westchester County. 

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Finding the right home can spark feelings of relief, excitement, and anxiety all at once. Once you know a home is the right fit, many of our clients want to act fast. However, first-time homebuyers are often unfamiliar with the process and don't know how to go about making an offer. Luckily, our REALTORS® are here to help. 

There are lots of steps to making an offer, many of which you should start prior to home shopping. If you just discovered your perfect home, here is how to approach crafting the right offer:

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If you're like our REALTORS®, deciding what to have for dinner can be a big challenge. Plus, all of the amazing restaurants around Westchester County do not make the situation any easier, either. However, you can never go wrong with a savory bowl of fried rice. The combination of rice, eggs, vegetables, meat, and spices always hits the spot! Fried rice is so versatile, you can order it mild, spicy, Chinese-style, Thai-style, and with any choice of meat.

If you're trying to figure out what to have for dinner, order some fried rice from a good local Chinese, Japanese, or Thai restaurant. Here are some of our favorite options around Westchester County.

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Choosing the right time to sell your home is a complicated decision, with many important questions you'll need to answer along the way. There are numerous personal, financial, and economic factors you'll need to consider. Your real estate agent can serve as a valuable resource to help you navigate these complexities and make the right decision, so it's essential to find the right one.

Our REALTORS® have an in-depth understanding of the market and are experts at helping create the most effective home selling strategies. Here are some of the best questions our potential clients ask when determining if we're a good fit:

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If you're looking for ways to enjoy this summer's final weekends, why not pack up some food, grab your friends and family, and head on over to your favorite Westchester County Park for a picnic? Picnics are a great way to get some sun and fresh air, plus our area's natural beauty can't be beat. It helps set the perfect backdrop for a picnic and also makes our local parks so special.

Our REALTORS® love picnicking on the weekends, and we've become quite the experts on our local parks and amenities. Here are our six favorite Westchester County picnic spots this year:

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So you've made it all the way through the home buying process, and the closing is finally behind you. Congratulations! Now you have one more step: moving into your brand-new home.

Moving can be hectic, even under the best of circumstances. Coordinating so many different tasks can be tricky. However, Our REALTORS® have found that careful planning and preparation are the keys to managing the chaos. If you're getting ready to move into your new home, here is a quick list of mistakes you'll want to avoid during the process:

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