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Trees Are Valuable in More Ways Than One

It seems reasonable to assume that most people consider trees to be a positive landscaping feature. Following that train of thought, most people would probably guess (correctly) that houses with trees sell for more money than houses without trees; however, far fewer people would be able to correctly guess the size of the price difference. Go ahead, decide on a number in your head. Ready for the answer? According to the U.S. Forest Service's Pacific Northwest Research Station, having even a single tree in front of an urban house increases that home’s sale price by an average of $7,130! Even if you don't plan on selling, that same tree can provide serious benefits in other ways as well.

Check Out "Paddy on the River" This Saturday!

As St. Patrick's Day draws closer, everyone starts to feel at least a little Irish! If you're looking for a fun and festive way to show that you're green at heart, Poughkeepsie has got you covered with "Paddy on the River", a massive celebration of all things Irish! Best of all, you won't have to wait very long to party, as this event is happening this Saturday!

I Want To Buy A House . . . What Credit Score Do I Need To Qualify?

Attaining a perfect credit score of 850 isn't easy; after all, that's like graduating from college with a 4.0! Luckily, all scores of 760 and above are considered to be in the best credit score range. If your credit score is in this category, then CONGRATULATIONS!  You've obviously done some things right to get it there! As a result, lenders really want your business and will therefore offer you their best products at their lowest interest rates. 

Of course, many of us aren't perfect! In that case, a good score is one that falls between 700 and 759, while a fair score is between 650 and 699. A lower score means you’ve had some dings on your credit history. The lower the score, the greater risk you are in the eyes of the lender. You will likely still qualify for a mortgage, but will probably not receive the same rate/cost structure as people with the highest scores.

3 Reasons Not to Worry About Selling Too Soon

If you are one of the many home owners considering selling in the near future, chances are good that the following thought has at least crossed your mind "I don't want to lose out on profit by selling too early". While this may seem like a legitimate concern, especially considering the ongoing increase in home prices, Realtor.com recently pointed out three flaws in this thinking. In reality, there is little reason to be overly concerned with the timing of your sale within the current market as long as it fits your personal timeline.

Dutchess County St. Patrick's Day Parade

Are you ready for a celebration of all things Irish? The 23rd annual Dutchess County Saint Patrick's Day Parade is coming up soon! Join thousands of spectators and participants at this celebration of Irish heritage, happening March 3rd in beautiful Wappingers Falls!

Adams Farms' Annual Lawn & Garden Shows Start Feb. 23

Every homeowner is a bit of a landscaper, they just might not know it yet! If you would like to gain some insight and ideas for your property's landscaping, be sure to check out the series of lawn and garden shows being held by Adams Fairacre Farms starting February 23! They are sure to give gardeners of every skill level inspiration for the perfect lawn.