Making Strides to end Breast Cancer 2013 – Bake Sale – H/L Team Larchmont

Posted on October 13 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

Today was an emotional day… The first emotion was being totally frozen by 3 p.m today after standing outside in the cold for 6 hours! Ha! The second emotion was love. Love for  all of my associates who stepped up to the challenge to give their time, energy and support for this wonderful charity.

Our Manager, Debbie Doern, stopped by yesterday at our Fund Raising Bake sale event to offer support, and today our Sound Shore Regional Manager, Judi Smith, stopped by to purchase a few very small items, but vastly overpaid  (although Margie Wechsler’s pumpkin cakes are delicious as are Lou Pollak’s chocolate chip cookies and all warranted more) but she also overpaid by probably $35….. Love, was the emotion that threaded its way though today’s cold, dreary and overcast day but that shaft of love and light shined on our bake sale outside of our office located at 2070 Boston Post Road in Larchmont, New York throughout the day.  A gentleman stopped by this morning with his two, small children. I could see that he was holding back his tears as he mentioned to me that his wife was sitting  at a table just 10 feet away at Bradley’s (a wonderful local breakfast and lunch establishment but one imbued with class and offering decadent pastries, breakfasts and lunches),  and how she was diagnosed with breast cancer just 4 months earlier. He bought two small items,  one for each of his children, but also perhaps signifying the pain and hope he is experiencing with his wife’s treatment and  recovery and how it is affecting his life and the lives of those two children.

I was honked at! Oh my! A lady in her car asked if we were participating in a ‘walk’. “Yes, I replied-  at Manhattanville College next Sunday starting at 8:am (registration time)… She mentioned how she was 4 years in remission, and it was obvious that she wanted to briefly share her great news while she was stopped at the traffic light. Who wouldn’t? People walked by mentioning how they have to sign up, they had done it before, it was a necessity… and people came back after making a cash withdrawal as they wanted to participate in some way, and they all did.. Longtime friends Arnie Sternheim from New Rochelle popped by yesterday and today wanting to contribute(and who breakfasts at Bradleys every weekend) …  A local author, and lovely lady, Marlene Fanta Shyer (author of the book “Happy Anniversary, He Said”  stopped by to purchase some goodies. It might have been cold and unappealing today,  and also a Holiday weekend, but in wanting to personally help contribute towards cancer awareness – enabled so many people to be wonderful. Past great clients (Craig and Laurel)  popped by and purchased a goodie…

Lou (Pollak) baked again last night and this morning, and brought some wonderful brownies and chocolate chip cookies…not to mention joining me at 2 pm for that final hour!  That really helped to make the day…Her joyfulness of spirit warmed my heart (and body). Susan (Emery) made some chewy chocolate chip cookies that were an instant hit, and oh my goodness!!!   Juergen (Hess) made a delicious cornbread with pistachios and raisins that people gobbled up  (oooh! could Thanksgiving be around the corner?).. And how could I forget Laurie Iannuzzo! Laurie brought in some delicious brownies yesterday which were quickly purchased (and consumed), and in wanting to help out yet again, ran out to purchase more ingredients and brought in early this morning some wonderful scones  with cranraisins and raisins..  Yours truly bought one  (and I should have purchased more… but my thighs would scream and that is  different story)..

Team Larchmont has proven to be a wonderful team, and representative of the camaraderie, team spirit and cohesiveness of the office.  No wonder we are Number One!

We raised $550 in the bake sale. Great..

Did you know that the dollars raised by “the Making Strides Supporters“,  the American Cancer Society is doing the most for people facing breast cancer today to end the disease tomorrow? We all know people, friends, family members who have suffered or who died from this disease. My mother died from breast cancer. My older sister ( Ha – she will always be older!) has had breast cancer, and my far younger sister  had a double mastectomy to avoid the probability of the disease.

If we were all to contribute just $10, $25, $50, or $100  a year to this worthwhile charity, imagine the results we could produce..

Sublime!   Team Larchmont has raised over $2100 todate on behalf of Houlihan Lawrence’s ongoing and never ending support of Cancer awareness. Please join us on the walk on October 20th at 8 am.. and walk either 3-5 miles… make a small donation, and if you can’t, that is okay also. We know you care – because we all do.

Larchmont is GREAT!

 

 

 

 

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Bake Sale for “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer”

Posted on October 12 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

Working in an office (like mine – Houlihan Lawrence #1 in Westchester), means that we have many opportunities to work together both on a business level and on a social level. When it comes to working together for a charity – or for a fellow worker, then “Team Larchmont” knows no bounds!

We had raised  close to $1600 for breast cancer awareness  earlier this week. (Houlihan Lawrence is a yearly supporter of this great charity, and our office – along with every  Houlihan Lawrence office – raises funds for the charity, and we also participate in a walk  “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer“. This year, it will be held on October 20th, 8:30 am at the Manhattanville College where you are invited to join us and walk from 3-5 miles-  your choice!  We all decided to have a bake sale this weekend, and after one day we raised over $300 with another day  (tomorrow, October 13th) to follow! … With just under $2000 raised for the charity to date, it looks like Team Larchmont will reach our goal of $2000 and more so!

If you are in the area, and would like to taste some delightful and yummy baked wares, please pop by 2070 Boston Post Road tomorrow, and buy a brownie for just $1, a banana bread for just $5….   Our Julie Webber made some delicious  gluten free chocolate chip cookies with an almond butter that sold immediately, and her spiced pumpkin cupcakes were equally as popular!  Berdie Stein made some delicious chocolate chip cookies, and Lucy Yocum made pumpkin bars with chocolate chips (gone!). Lou Pollak’s home made chocolate cakes with a chocolate drizzle just disappeared (along with her banana breads), and then we had Dee Van Eyck’s confetti bars that were so beautiful to behold… Yours truly made blueberry muffins, Laurie Iannuzzo made brownies nestled in a delightful basket (gone!), and tomorrow, we will be featuring more goodies from our great chefs. Margie Wechsler made a banana bread and thought that she had under-priced it. “Oh no, ” I informed her.. the purchaser was a breast cancer survivor, and she bought not only the  banana bread but 3 blueberry muffins also and donated $20…  THAT was the theme of the day.. People overpaid for their wares as they realized it all was going to a great charity (and so many knew or were cancer survivors).. Thank you for the really great donations today from Karen Dorfman (who has been recovering from back surgery -G-d Bless), and to Katie McLoughlin who every time she passed the tables gave a generous donation! Helllooooo!  Didn’t I see you before?

The agents who could not bake have all given generously as their lives (our lives) are always so busy with selling beautiful homes in the community. Debbie Doern, our manager, runs a tight ‘ship’ but in this case – everyone is at the helm..  “Team Larchmont”

What can I say!

Larchmont is GREAT!

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“Paine to Pain” Half Marathon 2013 – What a Marvelous Day!

Posted on October 7 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

DSC02551I decided to walk my pooch in the a.m. near the race start of the “Paine to Pain” Half Marathon, and write a short blog with a few video clips before appointments.. The enthusiasm was so apparent, the excitement, the vibrant energy and oh my – how those volunteers worked! There were High School Cheer Leaders, Mayor Bramson was there, the New Ro Runners were there; though I am not quite sure that Thomas Paine would have approved of the “Royal Flush”  toilet situation.. too British sounding ! Ha! John Wright, the Executive Director of the Thomas Paine Cottage Museum was there in Colonial costume with musket in hand to help start the races.

I apologize to those involved, as I am not a New Ro Runner ,and so I do not know the volunteers’ names,  but I just learned  that Mark Medin was the announcer and he did such a wonderful  job that I have to mention him!  If you would like me to mention any other of the volunteers’ names-  please let me know! I do know Pocahantas (oops.. sorry – Nina Steinberg who was was dressed like Pocahantas) and who I heard the announcer state later  runs each year in the  “Paine to Pain” half Marathon. THAT is impressive, and I also heard (I believe) how a 67 year old man had run a marathon last week, and then in the “Paine to Pain “race  …  SO many wonderful stories.. and because of that close knit camaraderie, it inspired me to go back to  the finish line…and take some more video clips.

Matt Collins  was running third throughout the race, and the chaps who were running first and second along the route took a wrong turn.  Did Mike take advantage and win the race? No, he waited by the finish line allowing those 2 chaps to finish before him as he felt they deserved those First and Second place finishes, and so he came in third.  (Adria Botifoll,  came in first and Nicholas DiBenedetto came in Second)  It was so inspiring yesterday, and runners had the opportunity to raise some money for  the “Hole in the Wall  Gang” (Paul Newman’s charity”  ,and I think that the good will, and love just permeated the entire event.

I wish I could have filmed everyone who crossed the finish line. Alas, I could not, but please watch the videos and look for yourself, your friends, your baby, your children and I hope it brings back a happy memory of such a great occasion.  I did capture Eric Turkewitz, the Race Director of the event as he crossed the finish line..You were all winners and as the announcer stated again and again “Looking strong..finishing strong!”

Westchester is GREAT!

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Shores Acres, Mamaroneck 10543

Posted on October 6 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

DSC02549As I was driving though the Shore Acres area this past Friday on my way to visit some beautiful homes  on the broker’s tour , I came across a deer. It is obvious why he/she was visiting too, it is a lovely community in which to live!

The Shore Acres area has so much to offer. Many of the 200 or so homes there have deeded rights to shares in the Shore Acre Point Corporation (SAPC.org) which has a beach, swimming pools,  moorings for larger sail and power boats, as well as boat slips. There are additional fees for clubhouse rentals and for dock usage in addition to the yearly club fees. The club has seasonal events such as in the spring with a cocktail party, Memorial and Labor Day parties, a Father’s Day fishing derby. as well as a great July 4th Barbecue with wonderful views of the Fireworks Display.

Shore Acres which is located in tree-lined streets is also part of the Rye  Neck School District of  the Village of Mamaroneck and the Town of Rye.  Located both close to  he schools and to the Mamaroneck train station and village, and just 30 minutes by train to New York City.

A wonderful neighborhood where you can make friends or maintain your privacy, but all will agree, it is a great place in which to reside.

Mamaroneck is GREAT!

 

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Paine to Pain!!!! Half Marathon Race on Sunday, October 6th, 2013

Posted on October 5 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

DSC02550I think the sign says it all… Although I do not think Mr. Paine could have run half as well as the New Ro Runners will tomorrow at  9 AM!

Awards: Awards are three-deep in the following categories, for men and women

  • Overall
  • 16-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60+
  • Team awards: Teams must have a minimum of four runners. If you have more (up to six), we take the top four. Our six categories are:
    • Men’s Open
    • Women’s Open
    • Co-Ed Open (top two of each flavor)
    • Master’s Men (all runners 40+)
    • Master’s Women (all runners 40+)
    • Master’s Co-Ed (all runners 40+)

Have fun!

 

New Rochelle is GREAT!

 

 

 

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Mamaroneck 10543 Property Sales Six Months Ending 9/22/2013

Posted on September 22 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

mamaroneck harborMamaroneck, 10543 is located just north of Larchmont, offers its own train station, has a waterfront, spectacular fireworks on July 4th, and wonderful parades during the year. One of my children’s favorites was always the Fireman’s Parade around July 4th with a Fireman’s Carnival and Fair.

Mamaroneck also covers properties close to the Village, some properties close to the water but not on the water, and properties close to Scarsdale. There are currently 23 properties available for sale ranging in price from $189,000 to $6,800,000. There are 5 properties in Conditional contract, 2 pending, and 25 properties have sold in the past 6 months in Mamaroneck, 10543. The Median sales price is 699,000 and the price per square foot is $330.91, but this would vary based on street. 4 properties sold at list price, and 2 properties sold over list price.

In 2012, during the same time period, there were 16 properties sold with a Median Sales price of $505,000 and a price per sold square foot of $285.90. Property sales have increased this year along with sales prices and price per square foot. All Good!

Mamaroneck September sales stats 001

 

 

 

Mamaroneck is GREAT!

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Rye Neck School District , 10543 Property Sales – Six Months Ending 9/22/2013

Posted on September 22 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

SHoe Acres 10543Rye Neck isn’t an area but rather a school district located in Mamaroneck, and parts of Greenhaven, Rye depending upon the property lines. The Shore Acres area which offer the Shore Acres Point Pool and beach are also located in the Rye Neck School District. As a result of the varied locations, prices of homes differ. I have taken some wonderful sunset photos whilst showing homes in the Rye Neck School District. There are currently 33 available homes on the market in the Rye Neck School District ranging in price from $575,000 to $2,995,000. There are 3 homes in Conditional Contract , 7 homes that are pending, and 40 homes that have sold during these past 6 months ranging from $939,000 to $1,680,000. The Median price was $904,500, and price per square foot

There were 31 sales in 2012 for the same time period in the Rye Neck School District, a price per sold square foot of $352.34 and the Median Sales price was $708,000. Another great indicator that the real esttae market in Mamaroneck 10543 fared far better in 2013 due to low mortgage rates, a smaller inventory, and Manhattan based buyers being priced out of the New York City market, and venturing to Mamaroneck and the Rye Neck School District.

Rye Neck

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Larchmont 10538 Single Family Property Sales – Last Six Months ending 9/22/2013

Posted on September 22 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

DSC02320There are currently 49 Active Listings available in the Larchmont, 10538 zip code, ranging in price from $498,000 (a town home) to $16.2 Million (a waterfront property). There are 7 properties in Conditional Contract, 10 Pending, and there have been 71 sales  for properties up to $1 Million Dollars with 10 being sold at list price in Larchmont, and 20 being sold over list price which is phenomenal.  The price per square foot was $438.57 with a median price of $810,000. There have been 77 sales of properties over One Million Dollars with 10 properties being sold at list price, and 32 properties selling over list price.  The price per square foot was $527.65 ..and a median price of $1,392.000.

As a comparison, in 2012 for the same time period in Larchmont, there were 57 properties sold up to One Million Dollars with a price per square foot of $394.11.  There were 58  properties sold over $1 Million Dollars with a price per square foot of $492.68.  So, prices and sales have increased in 2013 in Larchmont 10538. A great sign, partly due to the low mortgage rates, and smaller inventory, and an increasing number of’ Manhattan based buyers leaving the city for the wonderful allure and appeal of Westchester. Houlihan Lawrence has the stats proving many buyers contact our company!

Larchmont September 001

Larchmont is GREAT!

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30 E. Hartsdale Avenue #4J Public Open House 1-3 today, 9/22/2013

Posted on September 22 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

The sun is shining and it is the perfect day for a public Open House. When a 1200 square foot renovated coop is located  close to the trains, restaurants, and priced at just $275,000 and offers a balcony too, then all is great! Priced at $275,000, and located at 30 East Hartsdale Avenue, #4J.

Location! Wonderfully close to the trains, shops & fine dining galore. This 1200 sq.ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bath updated corner unit offers an open floor plan with a newer modern kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite counters & shows beautifully. The Master bedroom features a balcony and modern bathroom, and the hall bath is modern also! The second bedroom has wall of closets. Gas, heat, hot water are included in the maintenance. STAR rebate not included in maintenance. Welcome home!

Westchester is GREAT!

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“Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk” 2013

Posted on September 20 2013 by Gay E. Rosen

With our Larchmont office having sold over $304 Million for the year to-date, it seemed only fitting to call our Breast Cancer Fund Raising Team “Team Larchmont!”  Our great manager, Debbie Doern, served breakfast at our meeting on Wednesday, but I could not forget Edie Roth, an associate and a great agent, who had just made a very generous donation to the ‘Team’.

Houlihan Lawrence has always given to the community, and being a sponsor for the “Making Strides Against Cancer” walk each year not only benefits a worthy cause, but it also unites our great company.

If you would like to contribute to our team, please just click here for “Making Stride Against Breast Cancer”. There is going to a healthy walk for the charity event on Sunday, October 20th , 9:30 am at Manhattanville College… Sounds like  a plan!

Go Team Larchmont!

 

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