The Right Real Estate Agent

People don't talk about it a lot. But finding the right real estate agent can be the difference between a happy, stress-free home buying or selling experience, and an unhappy, stressful experience.

First, you'll want an agent ready and able to make a full-time commitment to you. I can and will do that.

Second, you'll want an agent with the experience needed to know the local neighborhoods, schools, market conditions, ordinances, etc. With my years of experience in the local market - I have the expertise and track record of success you need.

Third, you'll want an agent who embraces the convenience of technology without losing the personal touch. You'll love the resources available on my website and the e-mail alerts that I send, but these will never replace the time I spend with you, serving as your personal guide through this exciting process.

Let's get together and talk about your home buying and/or selling plans. Call me at the office (845) 728-1951 or on my cell (908) 216-6135 or send me an e-mail(michael@acostahome.com), we'll set-up a time that is easy and convenient for you to meet.


P.S. If you're not ready to meet in person, please tour through my website. I'm sure you'll find the resources here useful and helpful. Enjoy!






News Headlines
Regional Real Estate News
 
FDIC sheds light on closing of IndyMac
7/25/2008 12:00 AM
An FDIC official discusses the panic over the closing of the bank and answers key questions customers have about banking services now......
 
Mortgage rates rise to highest level in a year
7/24/2008 12:00 AM
Mortgage rates took a big jump this week, to their highest point in a year. There's no single explanation for the rise......
 
Defend yourself against a failing bank
7/23/2008 12:00 AM
After IndyMac and with banking troubles continuing, you need to know what to do to be sure your money is insured, and what steps to take in the event of a failure......
 
Help on the horizon for college costs?
7/22/2008 12:00 AM
With the credit crunch hitting student loans and costs soaring, paying for college is daunting. But there may be a few rays of hope......
 
Congratulations! You're retired. Now what?
7/21/2008 12:00 AM
Saving for retirement is easy compared to what comes next: converting your savings to an income that lasts for your lifetime......


Regional Real Estate News
 
Lawsuit dropped over Calif. congresswoman's home (AP)
7/27/2008 12:58 AM

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US Senate approves sweeping housing bill (AFP)
7/26/2008 9:05 PM

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Congress approves housing bill (Reuters)
7/26/2008 3:16 PM

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How they voted: Senate roll call on housing bill (AP)
7/26/2008 12:06 PM
AP - The 72-13 roll call Saturday by which the Senate passed a bill that aims to help homeowners facing foreclosure and to prevent mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from failing......
 
How they voted: Senate roll vote on housing bill (AP)
7/26/2008 12:05 PM
AP - The 72-13 roll call Saturday by which the Senate passed a bill that aims to help homeowners facing foreclosure and to prevent mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from failing......
 
Homeowner rescue awaits President Bush's signature (AP)
7/26/2008 4:24 PM

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Subprime hit bank IKB announces date for capital increase (AFP)
7/26/2008 10:56 AM

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Provisions of housing-mortgage relief bill (AP)
7/26/2008 10:31 AM

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(AP)
7/26/2008 10:22 AM
AP - Congress passes mortgage aid for 400,000 homeowners, rescue for Fannie Mae and Freddie Ma......
 
Congress approves housing market rescue bill (Reuters)
7/26/2008 10:19 AM

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Regional Real Estate News
 
Hopewell Junction teen arrested on drug sale charges
7/26/2008 10:31 AM

CARMEL - A Hopewell Junction teen is due back in town court after he allegedly sold a quarter pound of marijuana to a Putnam County Sheriff's deputy for $425 on......

 
Hopewell Junction teen arrested on drug sale charges
7/26/2008 6:18 AM

CARMEL - A Hopewell Junction teen is due back in town court after he allegedly sold a quarter pound of marijuana to a Putnam County Sheriff's deputy for $425 on......

 
Hopewell Junction man named secretary to food bank board
7/24/2008 9:32 AM

The Food Bank for Westchester announced John Ulrich of Hopewell Junction, senior vice president at Wachovia, as newly elected secretary for the board of directors executive committee.

 
Putnam Sheriff: Dutchess teen sold 1/4-pound of pot to cops
7/22/2008 11:44 PM

Police say a Dutchess County teenager sold a quarter pound of marijuana to an undercover officer.

 
Family, friends remember motorcyclist killed in crash
7/22/2008 5:16 AM

When Robert Spiconardi built the altar at the Kingston First Presbyterian Church, he had no idea his son's funeral would be the first conducted there, said Ken Spiconardi, Robert's brother and uncle of ...

 
Hopewell Junction teen arrested on drug sale charges
7/21/2008 10:07 PM

CARMEL - A Hopewell Junction teen is due back in town court after he allegedly sold a quarter pound of marijuana to a Putnam County Sheriff's deputy for $425 on July 16.

 
Water solution planned for 2012
7/20/2008 12:11 PM

HOPEWELL JUNCTION - By 2012, East Fishkill residents affected by contamination from the Hopewell Precision, Inc.

 
Big Blue's upgrades not linked to perks
7/18/2008 12:02 PM

HOPEWELL JUNCTION - Dutchess County is offering IBM no new financial carrots for sinking the lion's share of $1.5 billion into upgrades to its East Fishkill plant.

 
Hopewell Superfund site cleanup to be discussed Thursday
7/16/2008 11:50 AM

HOPEWELL JUNCTION - A public information session will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday to answer questions about the first phase of cleanup at the Hopewell Precision Superfund site.

 
Got lemons? Teach lessons
7/14/2008 3:59 PM

For Jilian Grady, the best part about using her and her 11-year-old sister, Joelle's, lemonade stand isn't selling the lemonade.



Regional Real Estate News
 
Mortgage Relief Programs Aren't Helping Much
4/7/2008 11:00 PM
Up until now, state efforts to help distressed homeowners refinance have had negligible results. A new federal bill may give them additional tools.

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Condo-Hotel Buyers See Investments Sour
4/7/2008 11:00 PM
Many investors who purchased condo hotel rooms during the real-estate boom are wishing they hadn't. Some frustrated owners are bringing these projects to the attention of regulators.

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Five Questions to Ask Before Remodeling
4/7/2008 11:00 PM
Before you redo your home make sure you know how big a renovation you can afford and how long you will remain in your residence.

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States Move Fast On Mortgage Aid
4/6/2008 11:00 PM
Local governments are acting more aggressively to help homeowners avoid foreclosure, frustrated by what they view as the federal government's inadequate response to the mortgage crisis.

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FHA Loans Grow Costly As Banks Add Fees
4/6/2008 11:00 PM
Lenders that make loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration are adding costs and restrictions that make those mortgages more expensive for consumers and less widely available.

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Selling History By the Square Foot
4/6/2008 11:00 PM
In a backlash against vinyl-clad McMansions developers are creating communities with houses that look like they were built centuries ago, but with modern trappings.

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Fine Tuning the Picture On the Foreclosure Mess
4/2/2008 11:00 PM
It's not always easy to get an accurate sense of how many foreclosures there actually are and which U.S. locales are the hardest hit. June Fletcher explains why.

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