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If you’re looking to learn more about Capital Region real estate, you’ve come to the right place! In this blog, you’ll find spotlights on local communities, tips for buying and selling homes, and much more. Whether you’re considering a new construction home in Ballston Spa or are wondering how to prepare your home for an open house, you’ll find posts here that can help. If you have questions that aren’t covered in our posts, or if you’re ready to enter the market, contact one of our agents today!

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...

Cheryl Walton, Military Relocation Professional

Jul 6, 2022 | News

Cheryl Walton with Sterling Real Estate Group has been awarded the nationally recognized Military Relocation Professional Certification.

Owning Your Own Home VS Renting a Luxury Apartment in the Saratoga Region

Jul 1, 2022 | News

The housing market - and job market - have been interesting over the past three years, to say the least. With the pandemic came questions like, where do I really want to live? What do I want to be doing with my life? With recent mortgage rate increases and overall...

4 Types of Mortgage Loans That Homebuyers Should Know About

Jun 29, 2022 | News

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or have purchased a property before, one of the biggest steps in the homebuying process is choosing the right mortgage. A mortgage is a specific kind of loan that is used to buy a home or real estate property, and there are...

Why Wilton and Gansevoort NY Are Great Places to Buy a New Home

Jun 1, 2022 | News

Are you ready to enter the real estate market and find a new home for you and your family? Choosing the right location is key, and there are many options in Saratoga County NY. However, if you’re looking for a house that’s within easy driving distance of both Glens...

First-Time Homebuyer? Follow These Insider Tips to Get Started with Buying a House in the Saratoga Springs NY Area

May 23, 2022 | Resources

Buying a new home is both a major life decision and a financial one, and if you’ve never gone through the homebuying process before, it can be intimidating. What do you do first? Who can you contact with questions? To help you get on the right track, we talked with...

Why You Should Not Waive the Home Inspection

May 20, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

In today’s ultra-competitive market, buyers are trying to get creative to make their offer stand out. One way to do this is by waiving the inspection, but this can prove a detrimental (and costly) decision. Keep reading to find out what a home inspection entails, if...

Why Choose Us? Because Sterling Real Estate Group Has Some of the Top Real Estate Agents in Ballston Spa, NY

May 4, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

Learn About Our Recognitions & Rave Reviews Sterling Real Estate Group is more than just your local real estate brokerage. Not only do we rank #14 out of hundreds in the Capital Region and the top 2% of Real Estate Brokerages, but several of our agents have been...

See How Sterling Real Estate Group is a Community-Oriented Company

Apr 29, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

Our Ballston Spa-based real estate brokerage hires local real estate agents, but that’s not the only way we keep it local. Through our agents’ individual efforts as well as company-wide initiatives, Sterling Real Estate Group prides itself on giving back to the...