Today's Featured Article

Window Coverings in a New Home

by Lisa Sanker on March 5, 2012

I recently had the unfortunate experience of moving into a new home without window coverings. That isn't unusual, but my previous apartment had very nice window shades in place. So what I found online were paper and fabric pleated shades available from $5! The headers have a peel and stick strip-no t... Read More »

Geothermal Energy Systems

by Elizabeth Nunan on February 9, 2012

Being green. In today’s world, who doesn’t want to be kind to the environment as well as save money on utility bills? I recently toured a home in Hyde Park, NY that is being offered for sale. The first thing that captured my eye was the amazing view of the Hudson River. What I would give to have ... Read More »

OUR KIMUNITY – Save Money on Oil Heating Costs

by Kim Simms on January 17, 2012

Last winter, we replaced our 550 gallon in-ground oil tank with a 275 gallon above-ground tank.  As a result, the oil truck cometh twice as often as it used to, to fill up the tank.  We are on automatic delivery and while we never paid much attention to it before, it is now obvious that we should be p... Read More »

What’s the Value of a (Hudson) River View?

by Dianne Minogue on January 17, 2012

Wow, that's a loaded question! When pertaining to real estate, the answer to that question can be quite different, whether it's coming from a buyers, sellers, appraisers or real estate agents. This topic was the subject of a recent article in the Poughkeepsie Journal.   Having worked with numerous ... Read More »

OUR KIMUNITY

by Kim Simms on January 13, 2012

I cannot let January go by and another year fly by without documenting some of my personal favorite highlights of 2011, starting with my favorite act of kindness and service. I am honored to be affiliated with like-minded professionals under the umbrella of an organization whose commitment to comm... Read More »

OUR KIMUNITY – Things to Do in Dutchess County

by Kim Simms on January 12, 2012

So far this winter it has only snowed once – and that was waaaay back in October before winter even officially started! Good winter weather means it’s easier to get out and enjoy some of the events and things going on in the area. There are so many things to do year round in the Hudson Valley, her... Read More »

OUR KIMUNITY – Extreme Commuting

by Kim Simms on January 11, 2012

So the question is, how far will you go in your daily commute, so that you can earn a decent pay while living in an affordable community with the desired quality of life for you and your family? We think we are justifying a longer travel time by getting what we want most from life…or are we just foo... Read More »

OUR KIMUNITY- January Cold Snap

by Kim Simms on January 5, 2012

It’s 23° outside (in the sun!) as I write this. It feels abnormally cold - an abnormal response to weather that should be entirely expected in January in the northeast.  You have to admit, this winter has been almost balmy compared to last winter. This time last winter, we had already paid Jimmy our s... Read More »

Happy 2012!

by Kim Simms on January 4, 2012

Starting a new year is like a beautiful sunrise that you just can’t take your eyes off of. The thrill of expectations and starting fresh from this day forward is appealing, exciting, and powerful. Step to the right my friend, Happy New Year. Posted by:  Kim Simms... Read More »