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Apples, Autumn and Ulster County – Hudson Valley Style Fall Dinner with Toni Ann Perry

Hudson Valley is a wonderful place to live. We have the majestic Hudson River and its now world-famous Walkway Over the Hudson. The rich fertile land lends itself to extensive agriculture, whether plants or livestock; and its proximity to New York City with rail, bus, or auto choices accommodates all to its vast cultural experiences. Having the acclaimed Culinary Institute of America located smack in the middle has helped in raising the bar for all types of culinary options and enjoyment. Hudson Valley Style Kitchen – Apples, Autumn and Ulster County – Hudson Valley Style Fall Dinner with Realtor Toni […]

Fall Decorating Ideas for your Airbnb Home in the Hudson Valley – by Dino Alexander, Alluvion Vacations – Hudson Valley's Top Vacation Rental Management Agency

Fall Decorating Ideas for your Airbnb Home in the Hudson Valley and Catskills

The fall season is about to bring thousands of visitors from all across the globe to our beautiful area to watch the leaves change color and to be amazed and inspired for months to come. To help with getting the most out of your Airbnb home, Dino Alexander of the Alluvion Vacations shares some of his top fall decorating ideas that will make your Airbnb home stand out from the rest and get you the most bookings this fall season in the Hudson Valley and Catskills. Read on to get inspired on how to decorate your Airbnb home and once […]

What You Need to Know to Turn an Overgrown Field into a Beautiful Yard in 10 Easy Steps

What You Need to Know to Turn an Overgrown Field into a Beautiful Yard in 10 Easy Steps You’re looking at it – a big, messy, overgrown field of weeds, grass, tree stumps, rocks, and who knows what else, just begging for some love and attention. Despite the fact that it has been an eyesore for a long time, you and your neighbors have always wanted to do something about it, but you weren’t sure exactly how to get started. Before you run down to the hardware store to buy a weed whip or call the local fire department to […]

Farmhouse Finds: A Fixer-Upper in the Hudson Valley

Have you ever dreamed of building your own house from the ground up? For some, the thought of finding land, designing the home, and constructing it from scratch can seem like an unattainable fantasy—even if they’re already living in their dream home. If you’re one of these people and would love to move into a fixer-upper instead, you’ll want to check out this property listing by Farmhouse Finds Realty in the Hudson Valley area of New York State, specifically in the Catskills region. Farmhouse Finds: A Fixer-Upper in the Hudson Valley – Presented by ALLUVION Real Estate Let Go of […]

Searching for the Best Home for Sale in the Hudson Valley – Real Estate 101 Presented by Eleven Real Estate Group

Searching for the Best Home for Sale in the Hudson Valley – Real Estate 101 with Jessica Mojica

What makes the Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountains region so great? First, there’s the scenery—pristine forests and creeks set against the breathtaking backdrop of the majestic Catskill Mountains in upstate New York, or America’s first river, the majestic Hudson River to the west. Then there’s the culture—New York City, Boston, and Washington D.C., all accessible within an hour’s drive, with world-class dining, theater, and entertainment options wherever you go in between. Searching for the Best Home for Sale in the Hudson Valley – Real Estate 101 Presented by Eleven Real Estate Group Research local real estate When you’re searching […]

Universal Design Walk-in Showers Bring Comfort and Safety to the Entire Family

Universal design walk-in showers bring comfort and safety to the entire family (BPT) – Do you want a bathroom update that will be stylish and functional for many years to come? More homeowners than ever are renovating using universal design principles that allow these spaces to serve people of varying ages and abilities. This provides numerous important benefits, including higher levels of safety and increased property value. Universal design basics Universal design creates an environment that is accessible to all people to the greatest extent possible. That means a bathroom will function as well for a child as it does […]

How to Make Your Lawn Look Like a Lush Golf Course

How to Make Your Lawn Look Like a Lush Golf Course (BPT) – Have you ever been on a golf course or watched a tournament on TV and thought, “How do I get my lawn that green?” While thick, lush, healthy grass takes some strategy (and time), it is possible to achieve at home with some tips and tricks from lawn care experts. As the Official Lawn Care Treatment Provider of the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions and TPC Network, TruGreen knows what it takes to achieve a golf-course ready lawn. Both TruGreen and the PGA TOUR implement science-driven agronomic […]

5 Essential Steps to Choosing Wall Art

A blank wall can be dead space, especially if you’re not going for a minimalist style. You might want your home to look homey and vibrant, and you might have already decided that the blank wall needs to be filled with some kind of art. But how do you choose the piece? Here are five steps that should be in your decision-making process when choosing wall art. Measure the Space One of the most essential parts of choosing the wall art that will look great is finding pieces that will be big enough to make an impact but not so […]

How to Ensure You Get the Best Price When Selling Your Home by Maxwell Alexander, REALTOR®, Editor in Chief, Hudson valley Style Magazine

How to Ensure You Get the Best Price When Selling Your Hudson Valley Home

Whether you are selling your home to move to a new city or just to relocate to the other side of town, you will no doubt want to receive as much money for the property as you can. Luckily, there are a few tips you can follow to ensure your final selling price is as high as possible, such as: • Stage the Home in Style When prospective buyer walks into your home, they don’t want to see a space cluttered with all of your belongings. Nor do they want to see a home totally devoid of fixtures or […]

Save the Salamanders by avoiding tick and mosquito repellents with picaridin and DEET. Use natural bug repellents instead!

Save the Salamanders by choosing a natural tick and mosquito repellent without Picaridin or DEET

Turned out, Picaridin (chemical pesticide found in many insect repellents) not only repells mosquitos, temporarily comforting consumers but also kills predators like salamanders that control the populations of mosquitos, hence permanently increasing the number of mosquitos in the habitat. What a clever idea! Spray Picaridin bug spray to get rid of bugs, then go back to the store and buy more since the number of mosquitos will increase. By harming mosquito predators, picaridin may help mosquitoes survive “Insect repellents containing picaridin can be lethal to salamanders. So reports a new study published in Biology Letters that investigated how exposure to two common […]

AlmaxRealty Team Welcomes Marco Naguib – MPH, MSHI, Realtor and Expert Negotiator

ALLUVION Real Estate Team Welcomes Marco Naguib – MPH, MSHI, Realtor, and Expert Negotiator

ALLUVION Real Estate Team welcomes Marco Naguib, MPH (Master’s of Public Health), MSHI (Master’s of Science in Health Informatics), Realtor, Expert Negotiator, Home Selling and Staging Expert, NYS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson I believe that your home is your cozy and comfortable sanctuary. Whether you are buying your forever home, moving to a more suitable residence, or seeking your retirement spot, I know how stressful the journey is. I understand that your home is more than just a place to live; it is a place to make new memories. I understand the stress that goes into the process having gone […]

2022 Top Garden Trends and Expert Tips for Success

2022 Top Garden Trends and Expert Tips for Success (BPT) – Interest in gardening continues to blossom as more people decide to exercise their green thumb and make the most of their outdoor spaces. Whether it’s a quaint balcony, large backyard garden or front yard landscaping, gardening opportunities are bountiful. With a little creativity and some expert insight, anyone can be a successful gardener. The team at Ball Horticultural Company shares simple tips and the top trends for 2022 to inspire every type of gardener. Low maintenance, high impact Do you want a magazine-worthy landscape but don’t want to spend […]

How to Incorporate Therapeutic Artwork Into Your Home Décor

When you think about decorating your home, you probably picture colorful throw pillows, an array of rugs, and perhaps a bed cover or two. All those elements play a huge role in home décor, but there is another element that is just as important. How to Incorporate Therapeutic Artwork Into Your Home Décor by Maxwell Alexander, MA, BFA, Photographer, Designer, Wellness Coach, Certified Fitness Trainer, Certified Sports Nutritionist, Certified Bodybuilding Coach Artwork can transform your bare walls into things of beauty, and all you need to make it happen is sometimes. You can order everything you need online, from the […]

The real Dangers of Picaridin - Fire Salamander

The Real Dangers of Picaridin – Yet again, Big Pharma Tricks Consumers into Destroying Ecosystems

We’ve been there before: tobacco, lead, DEET, and now Picaridin! Big Box stores along with Big Pharma are selling lethal poison to consumers wrapped in sweet and shiny marketing. In recent years awareness of the health and environmental dangers caused by the chemical pesticide DEET has increased dramatically and it has led to a dramatic decline in sales of insect repellents containing the poisonous pollutant. The chemical industry had to synthesize something fresh, new, and cheap, so they did: marketed as a “safer alternative to DEET” pesticide Picaridin has become a staple in chemical insect repellents. Turned out, Picaridin not […]

Beyond Aesthetics: Calming Wall Decor for Any Space

Beyond Aesthetics: Relaxing Nature Photography to Calm Your Mind – Wall Art by Maxwell Alexander

Photographer Maxwell Alexander has a keen eye when it comes to integrating powerful emotions and visual imagery—an eye that often transcends dimensions and different mediums, prominently displayed in his new series of fine art still-life sculpture photography. A few years back, Maxwell Alexander created a series of sculptures inspired by the idea of mind travel through the Universe. He initially planned to produce a commercial run of these pieces to sell as home decor. However, as he was pulled in multiple directions by the rapidly growing collective of Duncan Avenue brands, Maxwell put his passion project on hold until further […]

Considering buying a house in the Catskill Mountains or Hudson Valley?

The Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley region of New York State has always been well-known for its natural beauty, but the area is also becoming increasingly popular with people looking to buy homes in the suburbs of NYC, making it easy to make day trips into Manhattan for work, shopping or to see the sights. This article explains all you need to know about buying a house in the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley region. You’ll learn about real estate costs, popular neighborhoods, and communities, and more! Considering buying a house in the Catskill Mountains or Hudson Valley? – Featured […]

How Long Will It Take to Sell Your Home? – Hudson Valley Real Estate with Xiomara Marrero

When a home is ready to go on the market, homeowners always want to know how long it’s going to take to sell it. If you have a real estate agent, they’ll give you an estimated time because he knows all that’s involved in it. They know the average amount of days it takes to sell a place. How Long Will It Take to Sell Your Home? – Hudson Valley Real Estate with Xiomara Marrero, Realtor, Home Staging Expert, ALLUVION Real Estate – Best Hudson Valley Realtors While you might think that selling a home quickly means you have to […]

How to find the perfect fixer-upper to flip in Upstate, NY – Real Estate and Airbnb Photography by ALLUVION MEDIA

How to find the perfect fixer-upper to fix and flip in Upstate, NY or Hudson Valley

With so many options out there, figuring out how to find the perfect fixer-upper can be an overwhelming task. For those with little time and even less patience, this quick guide will help you find the right fixer-upper in Hudson, Newburgh, Beacon, or surrounding areas in Upstate, NY without wasting your valuable time and energy on properties that don’t fit your needs. Here are your best options when looking for the perfect fixer-upper in Upstate, NY! How to find the perfect fixer-upper to flip in Upstate, NY – Real Estate and Airbnb Photography by ALLUVION MEDIA Decide what you want […]

How to Prepare Your Home for Professional Photography

One of the best ways to sell your home is through professional photography, but not all houses look their best in pictures. In order to stage your home for professional photography, there are some simple steps you can take to make it seem larger and cozier. How to Prepare Your Home for Professional Real Estate and Airbnb Photography – by Maxwell Alexander, MA, BFA, NYS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, NYS Licensed Real Estate Continuing Education Instructor, Certified Fitness and Bodybuilding Coach Here are some tips on how to prepare your home for professional photography. Before Professional Photographers Arrive Staging your […]

Hudson Valley Real Estate and Aerial Photography – Brookside Meadows Luxury Rental Community in Pleasant Valley, NY – Real Estate Photography Project by Duncan Avenue Studios

Brookside Meadows Luxury Rental Community in Pleasant Valley, NY – Real Estate Photography Project by Duncan Avenue Studios

Pleasant Valley is a town located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, approximately 50 miles north of New York City. It is part of Dutchess County, which is one of the most sought-after areas for real estate investment. Hudson Valley Real Estate and Aerial Photography Galley – Brookside Meadows Luxury Rental Community in Pleasant Valley, NY – Real Estate Photography Project by Duncan Avenue Studios Hudson Valley (Upstate New York) is home to many different communities that offer luxury living at its finest. One of these communities is Brookside Meadows Luxury Rental Community, which is located in Pleasant Valley, […]

Simple Decorations for Your Farmhouse Holiday

Whether you live in the country or the city, get ready to share the holiday spirit with our farmhouse holiday decor ideas. The holidays are here and we want to help you turn your house into a festive wonderland! Simple Decorations for Your Farmhouse Holiday – Presented by AlmaxRealty – Best Real Estate Agents in the Hudson Valley, Westchester, and Catskills, NY This year, we’re taking inspiration from traditional farmhouse-style décor to create unique decorations that will give your home an inviting and charming atmosphere perfect for entertaining guests during this special time of year. We’ve listed some of our […]