Local Expertise and Personal Touch: Why Buyers, Sellers and Agents Choose Independent Agencies

The trend toward consolidation continues in the Real Estate industry, and some owners of smaller brokerages are looking to be acquired. However, there are numerous reasons people choose to work with and for a local, independent agency, as detailed by agents, as well as home and commercial property buyers and sellers, in the Hudson Valley.

The Great Consolidation (How We Got Here)


Local Expertise and Personal Touch: Why Real Estate Buyers, Sellers and Agents Choose Independent Agencies

Phase I of Real Estate’s Great Consolidation was the industry entrance of non-traditional, national powerhouses such as Sotheby’s and Berkshire Hathaway — and experts believe we have yet to reach the apex, with big corporations like Amazon and Zillow drilling ever…

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On The Road with Halter Associates: Woodstock > Phoenicia

Two weeks ago, we took you down Route 212 on a tour of Saugerties, Woodstock and Phoenicia that included stops at a number of iconic Hudson Valley landmarks, including the Saugerties Lighthouse, Woodstock School of Art, Bearsville Theater and the Village of Phoenicia. Today, join us for Road Trip 02 to visit other popular sites in Woodstock and Phoenicia, following a detour designed for sightseers. 

As always, you'll be guided by our maps and our love for exploring the ins and outs of our National Geographic Traveler Top 20 Destination.

#MakeTheRightMove: #LiveLikeALocal on this curated expedition, featuring more of the top stops for experiencing the area's storied history, scenic beauty, diverse culture and internationally renowned arts,…

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Just Listed: Hughenden Woods, Woodstock, NY

Hughenden Woods, Woodstock, NY

Hughenden Woods, 23 Chimney Road, Woodstock, NY | MLS# 20183372 | $3,999,900

 

There is only one Woodstock, NY, and there's only one Hughenden Woods

Whatever your needs, this gracious Hudson Valley estate is likely to exceed them. Create the ultimate family compound, an exclusive corporate retreat center, or a luxury artist commune.

The nearly 24-acre property is comprised of five private, wooded parcels with mountain and valley views. Its three separate homes and premier sports complex include 10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, indoor and outdoor Olympic-size saltwater swimming pools, and a club-style bar and lounge.

At Hughenden Woods, master woodworking,…

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On The Road with Halter Associates: Saugerties > Woodstock > Phoenicia

Every other week, beginning today, we’ll be taking you on a digital journey across the Hudson Valley through our On The Road series, guided only by our maps and our love for exploring the ins and outs of this National Geographic Traveler Top 20 Destination.

#MakeTheRightMove: #LiveLikeALocal on our curated expeditions, featuring the top stops for experiencing the area's storied history, scenic beauty, diverse culture and internationally renowned arts, music and cuisine.

Follow the Path

 

On The Road #1: From Saugerties to Woodstock to Phoenicia, via Route 212

 

1. Saugerties Lighthouse: Founded in 1812, historic Saugerties started out as a shipping port on the shores of the Hudson River for sloops carrying crops, bluestone,…

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UPDATES:

Price reduced to $1,499,000.00 (09.21.18)

Featured in the New York Post (09.19.18)

As Seen in Upstater: The Hawthorn, Woodstock, NY

The Hawthorn, 34 Elwyn Lane, Woodstock, NY | MLS #20182832 | $1,777,000 USD

A spectacular 10,275-square-foot converted post-and-beam barn, The Hawthorn is located in the center of America’s oldest operating Arts & Crafts Colony, Woodstock, NY, set back on a quiet, quaint country road mere steps from Main Street. Constructed in 1865 and fully renovated in the last year with the finest-quality materials, this turnkey, move in-ready property features an opulent four-bedroom penthouse, as well as a two-floor mixed-used space offering significant revenue opportunity.

A fine example of Woodstock Craftsman design, with local woodwork and bluestone,…

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Lisa Halter, Founder, Owner and Principal Broker, Halter Associates Realty, Kingston and Woodstock, NYFor this edition of The Real Deal, we've flipped the script for an interview with Halter Associates Realty Founder, Owner and Principal Broker Lisa Halter, who established the Woodstock- and Kingston-based independent real estate agency in 2014 with a focus on simplifying and streamlining the realty business in Ulster County and the Hudson Valley.

1. Who is Lisa Halter?

I’m a dedicated professional with a passion for real estate, digital marketing, design, and the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains.

In 2014, after years with a real estate franchise, I consolidated all my interests with the establishment of my real estate agency, Halter Associates Realty, where I am owner and principal broker.

 

2. Where is Halter Associates Realty…

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The game has changed.

With its company rebrand — highlighted by a revamped website and all-new marketing collateral — Halter Associates Realty is positioned to deliver unparalleled services for real estate clients across Upstate New York.

Making The Right Move: Halter Associates Realty Completes Rebrand

Headquartered in Woodstock, NY, and Kingston, NY, we’re the same local, fiercely independent real estate firm known for specializing in mid-tier to luxury homes, weekend getaways, commercial properties and land in the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain regions — and, now, our brand matches our groundbreaking approach.

After working as a top-producing agent in Ulster County and an award-winning digital marketing executive in New York City and London, I established Halter Associates in 2014 to

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The Hudson Valley is known for its natural beauty, storied history, arts and culture, farm-to-table food, wineries and breweries... but there is a lot to do here if you're a youngster, too.

This July 4, and all summer, #LiveLikeALocal. Take your children to our top 10 favorite kid-friendly local destinations — they're all KidsOutAndAbout.com-approved and include water parks, climbing gyms, fairs, farms, museums and more.

The Top 10 Hudson Valley Places Your Kids Will Love This Summer

10. Storm King Art Center, Cornwall, NY

Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under open sky. Since 1960, Storm King has been dedicated to stewarding the hills, meadows, and forests of its…

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It's well known nationally that spring is "the perfect time" for home buying and selling, and this year is proving no different in the Hudson Valley. Plus, many home sellers are now waiting until later in the season to list, so today's buyers are even more eager when a new home hits the market. 

This last week alone, we listed nine new properties, including the four homes below that have not yet sold.

Newly Renovated 1940s Cape Cod Colonial - Glenford

Newly Renovated 1940s Cape Cod Colonial - Glenford

$379,000 | MLS #20182339

Bright, cheery, 1940s-era Cape Cod-style colonial on approximately one-half acre in Glenford, mere minutes from Woodstock, NY, and Kingston, NY. With three beds and two-and-a-half baths, this three-floor getaway features a chef’s kitchen, private master bedroom,…

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Escape urban life for modern country living at Hudson Woods in the Hudson Valley, where design meets nature.

As Seen in Escape Brooklyn: Modern Living at Hudson Woods

Coveted, modern architect-designed dwelling with vaulted ceilings, meticulously crafted from locally sourced, sustainable materials — the perfect turnkey solution for a weekend getaway or full-time country living. With plenty of room for a pool or organic gardens, all you’ll have to do is make the landscape your own. Set amidst forests and meadows with sweeping mountain views, 13 Spruce Lane at Hudson Woods offers modern design blended seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

This stunning, secluded home on nearly five acres will wow you with its walls of windows seamlessly blending the serene interior and surrounding woods.

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