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How New York’s Historic Homes Freshened Up for America’s 250th

July 20th, 2026 by Aaron Short

House museums that predate the American Revolution renovated for this anniversary year.

Category: Historic Buildings and Sites, Museums, United States Semiquincentennial (2026), Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Revolutionary War, American (1775-83), Restoration and Renovation, Hamilton, Alexander, Schuyler, Philip John (1733-1804), Washington, George (1732-99), Albany (NY), Kingston (NY), New York City, New York State, Sugar Hill (Manhattan, NY), Yonkers (NY)

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Why Is Syracuse, N.Y., Such a Haven for Legendary Writers?

July 18th, 2026 by Anna Kodé

In the frozen shadows of shuttered factories, icons like Toni Morrison, Raymond Carver and David Foster Wallace created some of their greatest work.

Category: Writing and Writers, Books and Literature, Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Syracuse (NY), Wallace, David Foster, Morrison, Toni, Saunders, George, Carver, Raymond, McInerney, Jay, Syracuse University

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Is Post-Closing Possession a Terrible Idea?

July 18th, 2026 by Jill Terreri Ramos

Sometimes sellers want to stay in a home for a little while after the deal is done.

Category: Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Renter's Insurance, Homeowners Insurance, Content Type: Service

July
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How to Keep the Air Inside Safe From Wildfire Smoke

July 17th, 2026 by Aimee Ortiz

Image Caption: Wildfires in Ontario have led to poor air quality in major cities, including New York.

Wildfire smoke can contaminate the air inside a home, but there are measures you can take to make your indoor environment safer.

Category: Wildfires, Air Pollution, Heating, Ventilation and Cooling (HVAC), Air Conditioning, Filters, Real Estate and Housing (Residential), Content Type: Service

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