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The Sterling Blog

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!

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...

What Saratoga Home Buyers & Sellers Should Know About the Real Estate Market Right Now

Apr 18, 2022 | New Construction, Resources

The Saratoga real estate market has changed quite a bit in the last two years, but where do things currently stand? Find out what both buyers and sellers should know regarding the state of the market, including why you don’t want to wait to sell. Plus, there’s an...

Find Your New Construction Home in Clifton Park NY: A Great Place for Families to Live

Mar 28, 2022 | New Construction

Are you ready to upgrade to a new construction home with all the features and amenities your family needs? The first step in the home buying process is the most important one, choosing the right location. If you’d like to live near numerous parks and trails, be part...

Relocating From New York City to Saratoga: What Prospective Homebuyers Will Want to Know

Mar 2, 2022 | New Construction

Are you considering a move from New York City to a city or town upstate? Looking to raise your family in the suburbs, or perhaps live where there is a lower crime rate and less traffic? Consider Saratoga Springs or the surrounding Saratoga County for top-rated school...

Learn Why Saratoga County NY Is A Top Choice For New Homebuyers & New Home Construction

Feb 25, 2022 | New Construction

With major destinations like Saratoga Race Course, unique shops and restaurants, and a thriving economy, there are many reasons why people choose to not only visit Saratoga County NY, but live in the area too. The county is made up of 30 cities, towns, and villages,...

Searching For A New Home? Discover the Many Benefits of Living in Saratoga Springs NY

Feb 24, 2022 | New Construction

If you’re looking for a new home, but don’t know exactly where you want to be, make sure you consider Saratoga Springs. The small town vibe combined with the perks of city living - like being in close proximity to amazing shops and restaurants - make it an ideal place...

Discover the Advantages of Living in Maintenance-Free Townhomes, Condos, and Single-Family Homes

Feb 2, 2022 | New Construction

Although choosing the right location is a key part of the home buying process, so is determining what type of lifestyle is best for you. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, a busy professional, a retiree, or just looking to downsize, the maintenance-free lifestyle is an...

Move-In Ready or Quick Delivery Homes: What They Are, The Benefits & What To Know Before Buying One

Jan 21, 2022 | New Construction

What are quick delivery homes? What does it mean if a home is marked as move-in ready? How soon can you pack your bags, and do you have a chance to make any changes to the home? Three of our real estate agents well versed in quick delivery homes have lent their...

How to Narrow Down the Right Home Site Within a New Construction Community

Dec 22, 2021 | New Construction

Once you’ve decided to build a home in a new construction community, the next major decision you need to make is choosing your home site. It might be difficult to pick out a home site, especially if the neighborhood is still being built, and there are lots of factors...

Top Reasons You Should Buy a New Home in Bethlehem & Glenmont NY

Dec 17, 2021 | New Construction

Do you work in Albany, Schenectady, or Troy? Have you outgrown your current living space and would like to move into a new home in the Capital Region? If you and your family are ready to enter the real estate market, then you’ll want to check out Glenmont NY. Located...