Fiona's Insights

Is Now a Good Time to Sell Your House in Westchester County?

What Sellers Need to Know Heading into Winter 2026 As the end of the year draws near, many Westchester homeowners are asking the question: Is this still a good time to sell? Yes, the 2025-2026 winter market remains exceptionally strong for sellers, due to low inventory and sustained buyer demand. The average sale price for single-family...

The Art of Pricing Your Home to Sell

Determining the right price for your home is complicated. It’s a balancing act. You don’t want to price so low that you are leaving money on the table, but you can’t go so high that would-be buyers are turned off. Pricing your home is part art, part science, and part psychology. It is also the...

Fiona Dogan’s Complete Guide to Downsizing Your Home

Downsizing your home is a significant life decision, filled with both excitement and challenges. Whether you’re an empty nester, newly single, or simply seeking a simpler lifestyle, downsizing requires careful advance planning and expert guidance. I’m a highly successful, seasoned real estate agent with Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty in Rye, New York. My...

7 Tips for Evaluating A School District in Westchester

Considering a move to the suburbs? If so, finding a great home in an excellent school district in Westchester may well be at the top of your list. Keep in mind that even if you don’t have school-age children, a community’s highly regarded public school system helps to ensure strong market value and a consistently high demand for property....

Top 5 Outdoor Home Improvements to Boost Your Property’s Value

At this time of year, the outside beckons. As we spend more time outdoors, homeowners often consider outdoor home improvements, including upgrading amenities to reflect the activities they enjoy indoor spaces during the colder months. We’re not just talking about a gas grill on the patio; far more elaborate open-air amenities are on the rise....

Tips for Selling Your Home This Spring

With daffodils in bloom, spring is the best time to list your home for sale. A small investment of time and money can make your house stand out from the crowd and help attract multiple buyers, increasing your chances for a quick sale. What to do first? Check for problems and make repairs. Potential homebuyers...