If you are looking for your forever home in Chili, NY this is it!  Check out that back deck and even walking into this home you will be instantly impressed by the two story foyer and the bright and open floor plan. Just to your left is a generous home office for those work from home days. Home has a large kitchen which opens into a glorious sun drenched morning room. An oversized family room with fireplace invites you to entertain in style! Upstairs the open floor plan continues with a large central loft and four bedrooms including the owner's suite with a double door entry. An immense deck, first floor laundry are just a few of the design details that will have you calling this beautiful property home in no time!

22 Trestle Trl <---Click for more details!

Situated on a quiet neighborhood street, this home offers it all! With maintenance free vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, 6 month old (full tear off) roof and a HUGE half acre private yard including a 24' pool & brand new 10'x19' shed! Three bedrooms, a large kitchen and additional sunny breakfast room with sliding door to a deck overlooking a park like setting. All this is minutes away from schools and shopping. A must see!

Click this link for more details! 

http://www.norchar.com/property/R264752/

Today at sundown marks the beginning of the eight day celebration of Hanukkah!

This evening at Washington Square Park. the menorah will be lit at 5:30 kicking off the Festival of Lights.

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Rochester NY, Real Estate Recap (2014)

End of the Year Market News

It is hard to believe that Christmas is only a few days away. I wanted to send you one last update to help you stay current with the local real estate market.

2014 was a breakthrough year for many areas. Prices are almost as high as they were 8 years ago yet the market did not make a turn in the right direction, YET!..

Here are a few highlights from the past 12 months:

1) Inventory decreased at a big enough rate to influence prices. In many cases, we are getting sellers an additional 10% more for their properties.

2) Sales increased. I am sure you know this but it is important to note it once again.

3) Interest rates remained very low making it a great time to buy real estate. The low rates have really influenced new buyers to come into the market. Demand for real estate was high this year.

What will we need to look out for in 2015:

Of course, I am not in the business of making predictions yet here are a few topics that are being discussed.

1) New construction is increasing at such a fast pace that it may start pushing prices down for existing homes. The builders are increasing supply too fast right now. I am not anti-development, yet we must understand how it impacts current owners. The reason why prices rose this year was due to low supply. Many local builders see the low supply as an advantage and you will see many of them forecasting with added inventory and Spec Homes For Sale.

2) Interest Rates!  All signs point to an improving real estate industry and this will drive up the cost to loan money, you can still get locked into a historic low interest rate.

3) Due to a healthier real estate market, and a supply shortage buyers will need to be prepared to make faster decisions or compete in bidding wars to win the prize of home ownership. Due to the shortage of home on the market sellers will have the ability to get top dollar for their existing homes.

We are preparing a 2014 Annual Report which you should receive by mid January. If you want specific information about your community, please let us know so we can create a custom report just for you.

We appreciate you allowing us to be your real estate resource. I will continue to keep you informed as the year goes by. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

We are here to serve you so please let us know anytime you need something.- Craig Schneider

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With Thanksgiving and November behind us, we can get sidetracked by all the prep that goes into December holidays and bummed out by the weather, if you’re not a skier.  So we’ve compiled a list of awesome things to do this December in Rochester to keep us entertained.  Boy, is there a lot to do!

Gingerbread Exhibit at the George Eastman House

Through December 17 (Tue-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: 11am-5pm)

900 East Ave

http://eastmanhouse.org

21^st Annual Park Ave Holiday Open House

December 4 (5pm-9pm)

http://www.park-avenue.org

Liberty Pole Lighting, Fireworks, and Family Ice Skating Night

December 6 (Saturday 4:30 – 8:30)

http://www.cityofrochester.gov/libertypolelighting/

Holidays at the Market

Sundays: December 7 and December 14 (9am – 3pm)

280 North Union St.

http://www.cityofrochester.gov/holidaysatmarket/

Christmas Carol at Geva Theater

Through December 27

75 Woodbury Blvd

http://www.gevatheatre.org/shows/a-christmas-carol/

Holiday Performances at Auditorium Theater

Cinderella  - December 9-14

Nutcracker - December 15

Mannheim Steamroller - Christmas December 17

Fresh Beat Band - December 18

http://www.rbtl.org

Breakfast with Santa

December 14, 20, 21

Seneca Park Zoo

2222 St. Paul St

http://senecaparkzoo.org/page/Breakfast-with-Santa

Yuletide in the Country at Genesee Country Village

Friday December 05 05:00 PM to 08:30 PM

Saturday December 06 01:15 PM to 07:45 PM

Sunday December 07 01:15 PM to 07:30 PM

Friday December 12 05:00 PM to 08:30 PM

Saturday December 13 01:15 PM to 07:45 PM

Sunday December 14 01:15 PM to 07:30 PM

Friday December 19 05:00 PM to 08:30 PM

Saturday December 20 01:15 PM to 07:45 PM

Sunday December 21 01:15 PM to 07:30 PM

1410 Flint Hill Rd

Mumford, NY

https://www.gcv.org

What do you like to do?  What is a not to be missed event, you or your family enjoy?

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Best kept secret in Spencerport!!! 

Just under 2 gorgeous acres in $300,000+ neighborhood! This wooded, quiet setting is like your own private oasis!! This 4 bed, 2.5 bath home includes a great room, 1st floor den, morning room 2-story open foyer, & 3-car garage. A rare opportunity for one lucky person, don't delay!!! Quick build cycle call for details. Photos are for illustrative purposes and may include additional options and extras.

CHECK OUT THIS LINK FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS http://www.norchar.com/property/R261604/

Here is a great video showing you our newest listing in the Village of Spencerport / Town of Ogden, NY.

THE FACTS:

• Beautiful 9 Lot Estate Home Community.
• 6 remaining Lots range in size from just under 2 Acres to over 9 Acres
• All sites are approved for immediate construction.
• All sites have the following utilities on site Gas, Electric, Water, Storm Sewer, & Phone.
• You can pick a lot and style of home and we can price and build it for you or you can purchase the lot and select your own builder.
• Our Prices start in the $250's for a home with 2 Story Foyer, Morning Room, & 3-Car Garage.

Please call us today for more information.

It’s October, summer is over, and you have decided to sell your house.  The fall season, is actually, a great time to sell your house.  Think of the autumn season as nature’s advertising to show your house off in all of its’ splendor!

Here are a few tips to ensure the successful sale of your house.

 1.     Fall in Rochester is especially beautiful because of the wonderful tree lined streets within our neighborhoods.  Take advantage of nature’s beauty and stage your photos when the leaves on the trees are rich with vibrant colors.  Work with nature and the glorious colors that naturally frame your house.

2.     We love our fall leaves, but it’s important to keep on top of the leaves that accumulate in your yard.  Prospective buyers first judge your house by it’s exterior and an unkempt front yard may turn off buyers.  Don’t forget to prune the shrubs and remove dead flowers.

3.     Short days are the hallmark of fall and that means you have to make sure to have adequate lighting to show your house.  Natural light fades fast and you have to have soft complimentary lighting to show off your house interior.

4.     It’s fall, so let’s take advantage of the lovely autumn décor that comes with it!  Perhaps a pumpkin or two in the front of the house or some fall foliage on the fireplace mantle to invoke that holiday spirit so prospective buyers can see themselves spending the holidays in your home.  Maybe bring a fall themed centerpiece to your dining or kitchen table too.

5.     Seasonal scents that softly linger, but not overwhelm the buyers.  Let them envision themselves spending future holidays in this house.  Seasonal candles are sold everywhere right now, so pick up an apple or pumpkin scent to convey something warm and delicious baking in the oven!

6.     Bring out some inexpensive, but still luxurious items to emphasize comfort.  A new throw blanket that you only bring out on showings to place on a chair or sofa to show the comforts your house.  Some plush towels to hang in your bathroom to give your rooms that designer look.  Be a frugal shopper at discount stores, like Marshalls or TJ Maxx and pick up a few of these items on the cheap!  A little investment for a big return!

7.     Most importantly, price accordingly.  The sales agents at NORCHAR have years of experience when it comes to selling real estate during this season and will work closely with you to ensure a successful sale!

Don't "FALL" into the hands of the wrong Real Estate Company, NORCHAR agents are always available to help! 

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Hello September.  

School is back in full swing and while we haven't settled into a routine, small moments are providing comfort and reflection.  All late nights have been replaced by early mornings.  Everybody got the memo, but we're still teetering on whether we're on board with this whole September regimen or not.  

I don't think I'm alone in this, but since the first day of school, I've been collecting neon colored piles of papers.  Some look important with dates and others not so much. They are welcome letters, homework expectations, supplies needed, school maps, lunch menus, school bus information, school handbooks, and too many schedules and calendars.  Yikes!  I keep adding to the pile.  This weekend, I will sort through it.  Until then, the pile grows.

Have mechanical pencils always been a school supply staple? My tables are littered with these pencils.  What happened to my No.2 pencils worn down to a stinky little nub?  I wouldn't admit this to my kids, but our favorite part of elementary school was the daily trip to the class pencil sharpener!  We used to live for that!  Whether you broke the tip off your pencil or it was too dull to use, we traveled up to that sharpener like it was a sacred shrine!  

My ritual was common.  Stick the pencil in, sharpen, pull it out, look at it, put it back in, sharpen until your pencil could be mistaken for a spear, blow the dust off, and slowly travel back to your seat.  Ridiculous, definitely, but it was a beloved school day tradition. 

Hello September tomatoes, a common sight on our dinner table.  These tomatoes are slowly ripening.  Perhaps starting my garden in late May/June was a poor choice.  My green thumb is not what it could be!  Resolve to be a better gardener next year.

Hello September  

I love your warm days and cool nights!  There is something about a fire warming my hearth that makes me feel content and relaxed.  But it could also be the throw blanket I'm under, novel I'm reading, and glass of wine I'm drinking after I put my kids to bed that is giving me the warm fuzzies.  Whatever.  I'm all for it!

Hello September

For the chilly nights and for a puppy that wakes me up nightly for a trip outside.  Get ready, boy!  Rochester winters are beautiful, but they do take a little getting used too.

It's a good thing that the cone of shame is coming off next week.  Mastering a cone, collar, leash, and rambunctious puppy in the wee small hours of the morning is preparing me for some life skill I haven't figured out yet.  There will be a call for this particular skill set one day, I'm sure of it!

September, I'm not completely won over, but you're on to something.