Although the name of this event implies that it’s only a week long, it’s really two weeks, running from November 3-16. This is all the better because it provides Hudson Valley residents with a special reason to visit some of their favorite restaurants, as well as others they might not have tried yet. Local chefs will treat you to prix-fixe, three-course lunches and dinners at … [Read more...]
Deep Dive into the Condo Market: “Mind the Gap”
How the Pricing Between Single-Family Homes and Condominiums is Suppressing Growth in the Condo Market (Wonky) This week, we finished work on the Rand Quarterly Market Report, which will be published next week. In the Report, we look at the single-family and condominium markets throughout the region, including Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, and Orange Counties in New … [Read more...]
Money Magazine Ranks Clarkstown #7 on the “Top 50 Places to Live” in the United States
Fun news this week, with Money Magazine naming Clarkstown as #7 on the "Top 50 Places to Live." That's pretty amazing. And also happy to hear that White Plains made the Top 50! I actually grew up in Clarkstown (in Congers), and my brother Matt still lives in West Nyack. It's also where we have our home office, so I come to work here most days. I'm thrilled for the people … [Read more...]
Hudson Valley Downtowns to Explore in the Fall
The fall season is here, and it will be much more tempting to take a leisurely walk now than in the heat of the summer. Some of the finest places to do so are the downtown areas that are in or around the Hudson Valley. There are many exciting aspects about exploring these downtowns, such as supporting local businesses, trying a new restaurant or bar, finding some entertainment … [Read more...]