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Featured Property: 32 Elvis Blvd, Chester NY (Open House on Sunday, Sept 27th)

GioHomes | September 24, 2015

Located in the beautiful Town of Chester, this one-of-a-kind Colonial home offers residents a harmonious mix of privacy, convenience, and relaxation. It’s roomy in this lovely home, which features: 4 bedrooms 1 partial and 2 full bathrooms Over 2,300 square feet of living space   The residence is currently available for $385,000. Features A beautifully [Read More →]

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How to avoid legal hassles when buying and selling a home

GioHomes | September 23, 2015

Buying or selling a home is clearly a milestone. For one that’s buying a house, it can signify a step toward stability. For one that’s selling, it closes a chapter in one’s life. Either way, a real estate transaction marks both a beginning and an end. Because acquiring and letting go can be a trying [Read More →]

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Golfing in and around Westchester County

GioHomes | September 22, 2015

Golf enthusiasts won’t have a hard time searching for a place to practice their swings and their putts, thanks to plenty of public and private golf facilities in and around Westchester County. Saxon Woods Golf Course Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale Open since 1931, this public golf facility is home to an 18-hole, 6,293-yard course for a [Read More →]

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Dining out in Westchester County

GioHomes | September 18, 2015

Foodies and drink connoisseurs, listen up! We’ve compiled the best dining establishments in Westchester County. Check out the list below. Aquario Restaurant East Lake St., West Harrison The authentic flavors of Brazilian and Portuguese dishes are captured in Aquario, located in East Lake Street, West Harrison. Whether you crave seafood, poultry, or the tenderest of [Read More →]

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Fun-filled events in Westchester County

GioHomes | September 15, 2015

Residents of Westchester County can look forward to a calendar filled with unforgettable local events perfect for visitors of all ages. This vibrant community makes every event an opportunity to add to the town’s collective memory and becomes a way for locals to meet their new neighbors. In addition to the events mentioned on this [Read More →]

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Living in Hawthorne, NY

GioHomes | September 10, 2015

Part of the town of Mount Pleasant, Hawthorne is at the heart of popular Westchester County, being actually very near its geographic center. This hamlet, with a population of around 5,000, is mostly made up of private homes and a few small businesses along Elwood Avenue. It’s ideally located for the commute into the city; [Read More →]

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Living in Montrose: A Quite Hamlet in Westchester County

GioHomes | September 8, 2015

Montrose is a quiet little river hamlet in the northwestern part of Westchester County, and is a part of the Town of Cortlandt. This nature lover’s dream is ideal for families and those who appreciate rural areas and lots of wilderness. It is a great combination of safe and peaceful small-town atmosphere with quick access [Read More →]

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Moving to Verplanck? Here’s What You Need to Know

GioHomes | September 4, 2015

Verplanck is a cozy riverfront community in upper Westchester County, one of the hamlets of Cortlandt. Once known as Verplanck’s Point, it juts out to the Hudson River and is home to just 300 households. Less than one square mile in size, this miniature Cape Cod is surrounded on three sides by water and artist-worthy [Read More →]

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