The ‘Conjuring’ House Pulled from Halloween Auction

The ‘Conjuring’ House Pulled from Halloween Auction

The Conjuring House. Courtesy of JJ Manning Auctioneers.

The famed farmhouse in Burrillville, Rhode Island, known as the inspiration for the horror film The Conjuring, was scheduled for a foreclosure auction on Halloween (October 31, 2025) at 11 am. It’s the same 1736‑built home where Ed Warren and Lorraine Warren investigated the haunting reported by the Perron family. However, the auction was cancelled after the mortgage lender sold the underlying loan to a mystery buyer. Now the question is, what’s next for the legendary haunted house?

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Modern Luxury on the “Most Haunted Road in Westchester”

Modern Luxury on the “Most Haunted Road in Westchester”

There’s a newly built home for sale on one of the most legendary roads in Westchester County. Known for its ghost stories, witch lore, and eerie nighttime atmosphere, Buckout is a road locals love to whisper about, especially the stretch near West Harrison where the woods close in. This house sits right at the spot where the double yellow line suddenly disappears, marking the point where the road shifts from ordinary to undeniably spooky. Despite the folklore, the home itself is stunning, modern with open living spaces and high-end finishes. Whether you’re drawn by the peace and nature, or intrigued by the legendary reputation of Buckout Road, this home delivers a story you won’t…

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Chappaqua Couple Files Lawsuit Against Zillow

Chappaqua Couple Files Lawsuit Against Zillow

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 They say the rating discouraged prospective buyers, led to offers being withdrawn, and forced them to sell at a loss.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’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?

The Westchester Market: From Hot to Healthy?

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

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

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

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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SALT Cap Lifted — Here’s How Much You Could Save

SALT Cap Lifted — Here’s How Much You Could Save

After years of debate, Congress has finally raised the long-standing limit on state and local tax (SALT) deductions — a move that could shift the financial picture for homeowners in high-tax areas, such as Westchester. The change, part of the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” increases the SALT cap from $10,000 to as much as $40,000, but not without strings attached.

• Pre-2017: Homeowners could deduct all state and local property, income, and sales taxes with no federal cap.

• 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA): Introduced a $10,000 cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions for both individuals and married couples.

• 2025 Update: Raises…

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Nearly 60% of Renters Plan to Buy a Home

Nearly 60% of Renters Plan to Buy a Home

The Realtor.com August 2025 Rental Report shows that U.S. rents have fallen for 25 consecutive months, with the median asking rent across the 50 largest metros at $1,713, down 2.2% year-over-year. While rents remain 17% higher than pre-pandemic levels, they are still 2.6% below their August 2022 peak. Nearly 60% of renters still plan to buy homes, with half expecting to purchase within one to two years.

• Rent growth is below the 2017–2019 average of 3.3%, showing a cooling market.

• Rents declined across all unit sizes:

  • Studios: $1,430, ↓ 1.7%

  • 1-bedrooms $1,593, ↓ 2.1%

  • 2-bedrooms $1,897, ↓ 2.2%

• …

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