Are you ready for the new smoke detector requirements? Beginning on April 1, 2019, all new and replacement smoke detectors must be hard wired or have a non-removal battery with a minimum battery life of 10 years. Now would be a good time to update your old smoke detectors and to check to see if…
Press Release Navigating the Home Buying and Selling Experience: A Free Workshop April 26, 2018 5:30 PM WALDEN, NY – J&G has partnered with Walden Savings Bank, Marion Bruhns from Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, and Claudia Jacobs of Claudia Jacobs Designs to provide a one-stop-shop for the information needed to make the best…
Press Release For more information, contact: Michele Babcock, managing partner J&G LLP, 845-778-2121 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE J&G Welcomes new Partner and Senior Counsel WALDEN, NY – J&G LLP (J&G) is pleased to announce that William E. Duquette, Esq. has been named partner in the firm. Andrea L. Dumais, Esq. and Kelly A. Pressler, Esq.,…
When the One Percenters Join the One Percent A recent news article discussed a real estate contract battle between a famous musician and former CEO of a large toy store chain. The parties entered a contract for the purchase of an estate property for $6.7 million dollars. Based on the individuals involved and the purchase…
Commonly Asked Questions When Buying or Selling Your Home Q – When Should I Get a Real Estate Attorney Involved in the Transaction? A – Whether buying or selling a home, you should get your attorney involved as soon as possible. You should explain to your attorney what you plan to do and ask how you…
Going to buy or sell a home? Read This Before You Sign: Spring is here, the kids are approaching summer vacation and now is a popular time to consider buying or selling a home. We have prepared some commonly asked questions when it comes to buying and selling a home. We urge you to read…
Commonly Asked Property Tax Questions: A property owner calls and says “I pay too many taxes on my property.” There are two things that affect the amount of real property taxes: valuation/assessment of the property and the tax rate. Basically, the property should not be assessed above its market value. The first question is, “Do…
New STAR Rebate Program There’s a new STAR Rebate Program. The STAR Exemption (lower property assessment) is being phased out and replaced by the STAR Credit (rebate check). If you are currently receiving a STAR Exemption, you do not have to register for the STAR Credit. You will continue to receive the Star Exemption….
