When buying a home, the down payment will make up the bulk of your upfront expenses. While most mortgage lenders offer you flexibility in the amount of your down payment, it's difficult to decide how much money to spend right away. While a higher upfront cost, a higher-than-minimum down payment has some significant advantages. Here are the main...

Photo by Ralph (Ravi) Kayden on Unsplash Curb appeal doesn’t have to be all about selling your home. Improving the exterior with landscaping and decor is a way to add your personal touch. While homes with front porches have the added advantage of providing an extension of the home’s entrance, a porch alone is not always welcoming. There...

Bright, top floor, corner unit with amazing views in desirable Castle Heights Complex. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath unit offers a generous entry foyer, large living room, dining room with access to private balcony (with views of the river), plenty of closet space and hardwood floors. Amenities include pool, tennis courts, playground, generator, and easy parking. Just minutes from Tarrytown restaurants, entertainment, shops and Metro North. Monthly maintenance fees do not include the basic STAR...

Bright, top floor, corner unit with amazing views in desirable Castle Heights Complex. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath unit offers a generous entry foyer, large living room, dining room with access to private balcony (with views of the river), plenty of closet space and hardwood floors. Amenities include pool, tennis courts, playground, generator, and easy parking. Just minutes from Tarrytown restaurants, entertainment, shops and Metro North. Monthly maintenance fees do not include the basic STAR...