Capital Region Real Estate Resources

Tips for Buyers & Sellers

Are you looking to buy or sell a single-family home, townhouse, or condo in New York’s Capital Region? Below, you’ll find lots of helpful resources that you can refer back to throughout the buying or selling process, including suggestions for home staging and open houses, highlights of municipalities throughout the Capital Region, and tips for finding the perfect real estate agent.

Get the Help You Need: Why Capital Region Home Buyers Should Choose Sterling Real Estate Group

Apr 11, 2023 | Resources

Are you looking to buy a home in New York’s Capital Region but aren’t sure who to turn to for assistance? Finding the perfect real estate brokerage that will put your needs first, listen carefully, and share reliable advice is essential for achieving success in the...

Don’t Wait for the Weather to Warm Up! Why You Should Consider Buying a Saratoga Area House in the Winter

Mar 2, 2023 | Resources

It's not a huge secret of real estate that spring and summer are busier than the winter months. But you don't need to stand by as green grass pokes through slushy snow - which here in the Saratoga area, could be anytime from mid-March to mid-May. We spoke with two of...

Don’t Wait for the Warm Weather: Why You Should List Your Saratoga House for Sale This Winter

Jan 25, 2023 | Resources

“Winter is a great time to sell,” according to Sterling Real Estate Group, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Angela Boisvert. “Our inventory is at record lows, and our buyers grow in numbers daily... jumping ahead of the spring market has every benefit to a seller.”...

Despite High Interest Rates, Now Is Still a Good Time to Buy a Home in the Capital Region

Nov 2, 2022 | Resources

Buying a home is a major decision, but when is the best time to act? Although today’s housing market features high interest rates, experts note that there are still advantages to purchasing your new home now rather than later. For more information about this topic, we...

What to Know About Buying a New Construction Home in the Winter: Your Questions Answered

Oct 18, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

If you’re looking into buying a new construction home near Saratoga Springs, NY, you may be wondering about signing onto a project like the building of a new house when winter is around the corner. While it’s true we can get some harsh weather come November in the...

Find Out Which Capital Region Home Renovations Offer the Best Return on Investment

Oct 7, 2022 | Resources

Whether you’re looking to make some quality of life improvements to your Capital Region home or sell in the near future, it’s important to consider which renovation projects offer the best return on investment (ROI). A project with a good ROI is one that will increase...

Understand the Different Types of Mortgages Available in Today’s Real Estate Market

Sep 14, 2022 | Resources

Choosing the right mortgage is an important part of the homebuying process, and you want to be prepared. We previously wrote about the 4 major types of mortgages, but what other options are available these days? To help Capital Region homebuyers make an informed...

Trained Right: How Sterling Real Estate Group Prepares Agents to Best Represent Buyers of New Construction Homes

Aug 22, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

If you’re learning how to be a chef, you need to get into the kitchen. If you’re aiming to be a doctor or a nurse, at some point you need to step into a medical environment. And if you’re a real estate agent selling new construction homes, you’d better head out to a...

Discover the Benefits of Buying a New Home & Living in North Greenbush NY

Aug 5, 2022 | Resources

From Clifton Park to Colonie and Glenmont, there are many great places to live in New York’s Capital District. However, if you’re looking to buy a new home in a community that’s right next door to Albany and Troy; is part of four excellent school districts; and is...

Home Staging Tips for Savvy Sellers to Sell Their Home Faster & Above Asking Price

Aug 4, 2022 | Resources

Home staging is one aspect of real estate that can get overlooked, but shouldn’t, as it’s been proven to directly correlate to a better price for the seller - and a faster sale. Keep reading to see top tips for sellers when it comes to staging the house for sale. Home...