New York expands real property tax exemptions for seniors

  A new law lets localities raise senior property tax exemptions from 50% to 65%, offering potential annual savings for eligible older homeowners. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation expanding real property tax exemptions for senior citizens in New York.    The measure, S5175A/A369

Selling in Winter? Why Late-Year Listings Can Still Pay Off.

Conventional wisdom says the housing market peaks in spring and runs hottest through summer, when warm weather and school breaks draw more buyers in. Homes typically sell faster, spark more bidding wars, and command stronger prices—factors that prompt many homeowners assume that if they didn’t list

Is There Really a “Best Day of the Year” to Score a Deal on a House?

  Most home buyers would love to know if there’s a secret day on the calendar to get the best deal on a house. It’s understandable considering it’s such a large purchase and many people will line up at dawn for Black Friday, and set price alerts on everything from airfare to air fryers throughout th

Closed Sales Climb as New York’s Housing Inventory Continues Its Upward Trend

Key housing indicators across New York State maintained positive momentum in October, as new listings, pending sales, and closed sales all increased while inventory expanded for the eighth consecutive month, according to the housing report released today by the New York State Association of REALTORS