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These Exterior Improvements Yield the Best Returns

When considering whether to invest money into a home project, it's important to consider the context. For homeowners who plan on selling in the near future, the key thing to consider is the Return on Investment (ROI), or the proportion of money expected to be recouped by the project's resulting increase in home value. In contrast, owners who plan on staying put will want to focus on adding to their own happiness with the home. In this post, you can learn which outdoor improvements yield the best returns in both money and happiness! There are even some great options that can satisfy both owners and future buyers! 

The 30th Annual Italian Festival and Craft Fair Starts May 24

The Sons and Daughters of Italy will be hosting their 30th annual Italian Festival and Craft Fair over Memorial Day weekend! From May 24-27, everyone is invited to come enjoy great music, food, games, and more in this celebration of Italian heritage. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this fun, local event happening in Hopewell Junction!

Sell in May or June for the Highest Price Premiums

It's a question that's front and center in every home seller's mind: when should I sell? As I've shown before, timing market conditions is not easy and should not be your primary concern when answering this question. However, all else being equal, there are some strong indicators that certain specific times of the year are better when it comes to selling. In fact, you might want to get your home on the market as soon as possible, because a recent study showed that May was the month with the highest average premium on home sale prices!

Join Poughkeepsie in Celebrating Cinco de Mayo a Day Early!

May is just around the corner, which means two things are almost here: the next First Friday Poughkeepsie and Cinco de Mayo! This year, the first Friday in May falls on the 4th, while the 5th is on Saturday. Luckily, the First Friday organizers aren't letting something as small as one day keep these two great events from joining forces! Head down to Mural Square on Friday to celebrate both beautiful Poughkeepsie and Mexican culture!

The Beacon Barks Street Festival is April 28!

We all love our four-legged friends, so why not have a day in their honor? "Beacon Barks" will be doing just that when they hold their 11th annual street festival celebrating all of the area's beloved pets! Come down to Main Street in the heart of Beacon on Saturday, April 28 to have fun and help support area shelters.

"Birding at Cary" Guided Walk Series Starts April 15

If you're a bird lover, this post is for you! The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook is teaming up with the Ralph T. Waterman Bird Club to offer a series of three guided walks on the Institute's grounds. Birders of all skill levels will enjoy seeing and identifying our feathered friends in their natural habitat on April 15, May 27, and June 10.