Sunday, January 31, 2010

You Just Want To Sell Me Something . . .

Actually, you’re right—but I want to sell you what you want, not what I want. We’re talking about a home not a used car. In order for me to “sell” you that home, you must be “sold” yourself.

Experts suggest you find an agent that fits well with your personality. This professional relationship is central to good service and finding you the right property. You’ll want to work with a realtor you trust—one working to meet YOUR objectives.

The realtor actually helps you sell yourself by providing information relevant to your specific goals. The wide array of important details like, tax information, neighborhood pricing comparisons, school district locations, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, attorney or title company recommendations play an important role in the process. And, these services are only a few necessary components to consider when purchasing a property.

You want clear and relevant explanations to your questions. You want guidance in the negotiating arena; you want solid opinions based on experience. You want a personal accommodation indicating YOUR needs come first.

I won’t tell you how to spend your money, but I will work diligently to earn your trust by providing excellent and timely information. Buying a home is not a hard sell proposition in my book. I PROMISE NOT TO SELL YOU. I WILL PROVIDE SERVICE ALLOWING YOU TO SELL YOURSELF.

Sunday, January 24, 2010

Want To Live Privately, Comfortably, and Affordably?

These are not idle words simply meant to peak your curiosity. These descriptive terms define the essence of what the Sullivan County Catskills of NY really mean to me.

Being married to a native daughter of these mountains gives me some perspective on the life style here. My very own dairy princess comes from a farming family in the Beechwoods Area of Western Sullivan County.

These Beechwoods, defined locally as the road that runs over the mountains between Jeffersonville, NY and Callicoon, NY (County Route 164) are home to majestic views, somewhat isolated property parcels, and my wife’s home farm.

Many second home residents have chosen to live on this rural route and extend their abodes to the surrounding hills, dales, and glens of this truly bucolic and serene landscape. Of course, the original families and local folks also share the bounty of this land.

The rural nature of Western Sullivan County lends itself to privacy. We have a small year round population which means fewer neighbors.

Comfort is a personal concept. I’m positive you have already interpreted how you want to relax. I am reinforcing that privacy and comfort are often critical factors in wanting to be here in the mountains.

Affordability is also a key element for those wanting privacy and comfort. Not much has changed since your parents and perhaps grandparents made off to the mountains in search of a cooler summer and a swim in the Delaware River.

Western Sullivan County, NY is awaiting your exploration. When you settle down here, be prepared for a slower, sweeter, and more affordable life style. You deserve it.

John and Marilyn