Chappaqua Couple Files Lawsuit Against Zillow

326 Millwood Road in Chappaqua, NY

A couple in Chappaqua filed a lawsuit accusing Zillow and First Street Technology of harming their home sale by assigning their property an “extreme” flood-risk rating. They say the rating discouraged prospective buyers, led to offers being withdrawn, and forced them to sell at a loss. The couple contends the risk score was inconsistent with FEMA maps, on-site inspections, and the home’s history, and they are seeking damages.

  • Allegation: Zillow listed their home as an “extreme flood risk (9/10)” even though the home is not in a FEMA flood zone and has no history of flooding.

  • Impact: The couple says potential buyers backed out, forcing them to sell…

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Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year

Benjamin Moore has revealed its 2026 Color of the Year: Silhouette AF‑655, a deep, sultry espresso hue infused with soft charcoal undertones. This rich neutral embodies the rising design trend of “quiet luxury,” drawing inspiration from classic tailoring and timeless architecture. It’s bold yet refined — a modern alternative to stark blacks or overly cool grays — offering warmth and structure to any interior.

Silhouette leads Benjamin Moore’s Color Trends 2026 palette, which includes seven complementary shades designed to promote thoughtful layering and design versatility. Whether used on walls, cabinetry, or trim, this moody shade encourages a move toward character-rich, grounded spaces. It’s an…

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The Westchester Market: From Hot to Healthy?

Real Estate Market Hotness: Westchester County, NY

The latest Market Hotness Rank from Realtor.com® and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED) shows that Westchester County’s housing market could be transitioning toward a more balanced pace after two years of intense competition. The rank measures how “hot” an area’s market is compared to all U.S. counties — with 1 representing the hottest and 1,612 the coolest in the nation.

Westchester’s Market Hotness Rank so far in 2025:

  • January (Rank 636): Soft start to the year following late-2024 cooldown.

  • March (Rank 360): ???? Peak Spring demand.

  • June (Rank 590): Early signs of the summer slowdown.

  • August (Rank 851): ❄️…

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What to Do With Hard-to-Discard Items

How to Get Rid of Hard-to-Discard Items When Decluttering Your Home or Prepping for a Move

Disposing of problem household items can be complicated, Simplify the process with the right resources and information.

Discarding household items used to be simple. Your options were mainly holding a yard sale, donating to charitable organizations that had plenty of space, or filling up your outside trash containers. Today, whether you’re decluttering your home or planning a move, the way you discard problem household items can be a lot more complicated. Before you start pouring that expired rubbing alcohol down the drain, find out what experts advise about how to declutter your home of unwanted stuff.

The…

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Own & Earn: Two-Family Open House in New Rochelle

OPEN HOUSE:  Saturday, October 11th: 1:00 - 3:00pm

ADDRESS:  161 Stephenson Boulevard, New Rochelle

Versatile Two-Family Home with Income Potential. Spacious and well-maintained, this home offers two large three-bedroom units — perfect for owner-occupants or investors. Live in one and rent the other to offset your mortgage, or lease both for maximum returns. Both units include private entrances, hardwood flooring, and well-proportioned rooms. Whether you're looking for flexible living or a strong investment, this property checks all the boxes.  

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Realtor.com Says It’s Go Time for Buyers

Still looking for the right home to buy? Mid-October may be your best shot. Realtor.com data shows that the week of October 12–18 is when the market tilts in buyers’ favor: more listings, lower prices, and fewer bidding wars. Sellers are more motivated, competition eases, and prices dip just enough to make a real difference — about $15,000 in savings on a median home. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Listings jump 32% higher compared to earlier months.

  • Prices dip 3–4% below peak levels.

  • Competition falls by roughly 30%, easing bidding wars.

  • October posts the lowest seller premium of the year (~8.8%).

  • Buyers gain leverage to…

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