The group of 11 finger lakes in Central Upper New York State is home to some of the great wineries.  This area is has been called the Champaigne District.   Since I was giving a presentation at the Turning Stone Casino on Monday we decided to spend Sunday along Cayuga Lake.  Cayuga and Seneca are the two largest lakes of the Finger Lakes.  This is a great time of year to drive in the Finger Lakes region.  We stopped for wine tasting at a number of wineries and then bought our supply of wine for the rest of the year.  All in all a beautiful day.  Then we returned to the Turning Stone Casino and actually won some money. Information and pictures provided by Grant Schneider, Performance Development Strategies.  Would you like to know how to make your local business thrive?  Contact us!  09/23/2015

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Cayuga County is located in the west central part of New York state, in the Finger Lakes region. Owasco Lake is in the center of the county, and Cayuga Lake forms part of the western boundary. Lake Ontario is on the northern border, and Skaneateles Lake is at the eastern border. Cayuga County has more waterfront land than any other county in the state not adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean. Cayuga County Real Estate For Sale Homes under $50,000 $50,000 - $100,000  $100,000 - $200,000 $200,000 - $300,000 $300,000 - $400,000 Homes over $400,000 Spend a day touring scenic wine country and tasting wine along the Cayuga Wine Trail. Our award - winning Rieslings are famous. Escorted wine tours are available. Your culinary choices are varied, from charming bistros to quaint cafes to traditional Am... 12/08/2010

Auburn, NY, Houses for Sale are located right by the beautiful Owasco Lake. Though the surroundings may sound to be not as developed as other cities in New York, Auburn is still surrounded by the best business establishments. And, mind you, these primary locations help in creating comfort and sophistication in the entire city. In fact, nightlife in Auburn is thriving. You can choose from some of the bars and restaurants, including Swaby’s Tavern, Bambino’s Bistro, Maroons All Star Cafe, Parker’s Grille & Tap House and a lot more. Just drive around Auburn, and you will easily notice business centers that will satisfy all your needs.  Check out the listings for Auburn, NY, real estate. This is the best time for you to buy a home in Auburn. 10/14/2010

Come and celebrate Auburn's First Founders Day Celebration with a special tribute to the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Statehood of Alaska.  This  Saturday, June 6th, the parade begins at 11 a.m..... That's right, Auburn is the home of Secretary of State, William H. Seward, whose insight caused the USA to buy Alaska from Russia in 1867.  Labeled at the time as "Seward's Folly", today we consider his insight as foresight.  Anyway, this Saturday, Auburn is celebrating with a parade at 11 a.m. and special activities including balloon art, book signings, woodsmen competition, dog sled demos, a William Seward Play and Theodore Case Film Festival, arts and craftes , food, and more, more, more!!!!! And the Special Guest for the day will be Alaska's governor, Sarah Palin. So, if you're wondering ... 06/03/2009

ATTENTION HOME SELLERS    If you are considering selling your property in Auburn, New York, I am currently working with a motivated buyer. He is looking for a ranch or raised ranch style home in the outlying area's of Auburn, NY. He likes the following areas: Throop, Port Byron, Aurelius, Fleming, Sennett, Weedsport and Elbridge. My client is a pre qualified buyer and is looking to spend up to $180,000.00. He would like a ranch or raised ranch style home with a basement and a garage. He will look at other styles as well. If your property matches what he is looking for please call me as soon as possible at 315-515-8348! 04/23/2009

Here are the March 2009 Real Estate Sales statistics for Cayuga County, New York. These statistics are for all of Cayuga County including the City of Auburn, Aurelius, Fleming, Owasco, Sennett, Weedsport, Cato, Port Byron, Aurora, Union Springs, Locke, Genoa, Moravia, Fair Haven etc. March 2009 Closed Sales (Single Family Residential) There were 23 Closed Sales for the month of March Average Listing Price: $125,213.00 High List Price: $525,000 Low List Price: $15,500 Average Sales Price: $113,617 High Sales Price: $485,000 Low Sales Price: $19,500 Average Days on the Market: 109 Maximum Days: 875 Minimum Days: 0 There were 78 Properties that went Pending in the month of March 2009 with an average listing price of $126,299. There were 130 Pending properties for March 2008 with an average... 04/08/2009

In case you did not see this in the Legal Section of yesterday's Citizen:    Notice Concerning the Examination of Assessment and Inventory Valuation Data     (Pursuant to Section 501 of the Real Property Tax Law)    Notice is hereby given that assessment inventory and valuation data is available for examination and review.  This data is the information which will be used to establish the assessment of each parcel which will appear on the tentative assessment roll for the Town of Genoa which will be filed on or before May 1, 2009. The information may be reviewed by appointment, in the Assessor's Office at 1000 Bartnick Road on April 10th and April 21st between 3pm and 5pm.  An appointment to review the assessment information may be made by telephoning the assessor at 315-806-5500.    Dat... 04/07/2009

Here in the Finger Lakes area we have weathered this long cold winter without batting an eyelash. But now could it actually be Spring peeking around the corner? The days are longer and the temperatures are slowly but steadily rising. This is my favorite time of year. I relish the warm sun and the smell of mud as the snow melts. With spring comes a fresh new start. Spring signifies a fresh start in the Real Estate world too especially here in upstate New York where everyone seems to hibernate for the winter. If you are thinking about selling your house now is the time to get started. In addition to the weather changing this year home seller's also have the first time home buyer's credit on their side. Qualified buyers are looking for property and they are looking now. Don't miss out on t... 03/15/2009

Dear Community: I have been swamped with calls from you about the Cayuga County re-assessment.  I know that many of you are very surprised and maybe that's an understatement.  About a year ago the Cayuga County Office of Real Property Services (ORPS) records were opened up and made public.  I just want to share this with you so that you are aware and able to go in and see what information the assessor has about your property on record.  There are many properties involved and as when you are doing anything in this volume there can be mistakes made. Check out your information and make sure the assessor has the correct information.   It is very easy to check this out.  If you are unlucky enough to be on dial up remember the local libraries have high speed access either wireless ( aurora - ... 03/15/2009

If you are considering purchasing a home but don't know where to start go to Eagle Nationwide Mortgage's Home Buyer's Night every THURSDAY at 6:30 p.m. The Blarney Stone, Genesee Street, Auburn, NY tell them that Amy Testa sent you! You will be able to get all of your mortgage questions answered in a no pressure casual setting and get prequalified if you are interested. THIS LITTLE PIGGY IS BUYING A NEW HOME YOU CAN TOO! Visit Us or Call for YOUR Preapproval: 252-9675 163 North St., Auburn Available Nights & Weekends by Appointment Rita 515-0701 Call or Join Us Thursday Nights for More Info FUN FUN FUN EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT Play the MORTGAGE MONEY GAME Learn negotiation tactics and strategies to more effectively buy or sell a home. And...if you want, get prequalified by our team of mortg... 02/20/2009

Here are the most recent real estate sales statistics for Cayuga County from January 1st, 2009 thru February 19, 2009 along with the sales statistics from January 1, 2008 - February 19,2008 These statistics cover all of cayuga county including the city of Auburn, Weedsport, Brutus, Aurelius, Fleming, Springport, Port Byron, Owasco, Genoa, Locke, Ledyard, Scipio, Sennett, Throop, Mentz and Montezuma. 1/1/09-2/19/09 Number of Listings Sold: 29 Average Sales Price: $104,008.00 Average List Price: $114,202.00 Minimum Sales Price: $20,000.00 Minium List Price: $24,900 Maximum Sales Price: $409,00.00 Maximum List Price: $439,900.00 AVERAGE DAYS ON THE MARKET: 121 Days 1/1/2008-2/19/08 Listings Sold: 35 Average Sale Price: $137,909 Average List Price: $149,826 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET: 114 If yo... 02/19/2009

Homeowners, who think it is normal for their dryer to take more than one cycle to dry clothes, think again. Lint accumulation or blockage in the vent is a known cause of dryers running inefficiently. While consumers are aware of the need to conserve energy, they are still unaware that yearly dryer and dryer vent maintenance can help cut energy bills as well as prevent dryer fires.  The average home spends about $1900 on energy costs every year, according to research conducted by Energy Star, a program managed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with assistance from the U.S. Department of Energy. As energy costs increase, consumers need to be made aware of the importance of proper cleaning and maintenance of all their appliances.  Here are some tips for maintaining the clo... 08/28/2008

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In New York State many parties take part in a Real Estate Closing. You have the seller's agent, the buyer's agent, the lender, the seller's attorney, the buyer's attorney, the bank attorney, the appraiser the abstract company the surveyor... the list could go on.With all of these different parties involved in the closing it is important for the Real Estate Agent to carefully choose who they are recommending their clients to. I quickly realized that most of my clients depend on me to refer them to a lender and an attorney. I also realized that not all mortgage brokers and not all attorneys are created equal!Since our referrals and recommendations mean so much to our clients it is important for us agents to partner ourselves with the best in the industry.  When I refer a mortgage broker t... 03/30/2008

In New York State many parties take part in a Real Estate Closing. You have the seller's agent, the buyer's agent, the lender, the seller's attorney, the buyer's attorney, the bank attorney, the appraiser the abstract company the surveyor... the list could go on.With all of these different parties involved in the closing it is important for the Real Estate Agent to carefully choose who they are recommending their clients to. I quickly realized that most of my clients depend on me to refer them to a lender and an attorney. I also realized that not all mortgage brokers and not all attorneys are created equal!Since our referrals and recommendations mean so much to our clients it is important for us agents to partner ourselves with the best in the industry.  When I refer a mortgage broker t... 03/30/2008

Auburn Sherlock Homes Real Estate is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of central New York.  We are in the center of the Auburn business district making a short drive to any of the outlying areas. For those not in the "know", Auburn is at the north end of Owasco Lake and only 10 minutes from Cayuga Lake to the west and Skaneateles Lake to the east and 45 minutes from Lake Ontario to the north and from Ithaca (home of the Big Red) to the south.  Our region is an outdoor paradise.  National Parks, bird sanctuaries, activiites such as boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, and skating are a hop, skip and a jump away.  Like history???, we have the Seward house, Cayuga Museum (home of the talking pictures), and the Harriet Tubman  home in Auburn alone.  And, not... 02/27/2008

Two must see properties on Cayuga Lake in Aurora NY...342 Main Street - The Leffingwell House ---AURORA NY Historic Federal brick home, circa 1827-1828 has been completely restored with an unparalledled level of finishes. A priceless gem entirely suited to contemporary lifestyles. No detail has been spared in the recent multi-million dollar restoration. Beautiful original moldings thoroughout, 6 fireplaces with original Federal mantels, and the grand stair have been exquisitely preserved. Sunshine streams into this light, bright, happy home.  Each floor to ceiling window, with restored in-set shutters, is a work of art in and of itself. The highest level of woodworking and craftmanship have gone into every inch of this fully and impeccably renovated 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bathroom home... 02/21/2008