Malta Development Blog

Many people have fallen in love with the idea of living in a historic home. New England is awash with older homes that feature great historic details -- people dream of the day that they’ll be able to buy one. After making their dream purchase, however, too many buyers discover that their new home is a nightmare.

For many New Englanders, September is more than the beginning of fall, it's also the traditional start of shellfish season.

While no one really has to wait until autumn to get seafood anymore, everyone knows that the freshest shellfish in New York starts to arrive in September. Take advantage of this time by trying out a new recipe for scallops. This is one of our favorites; a recipe for spicy sesame scallops.

When you’re in the market for a new home, you’re probably most concerned with the neighborhood, the amount of available space, or the amount of maintenance that you’re going to have to perform to make it comfortable. While all of these things are certainly important, more and more home buyers are starting to look at the impact of a home on the environment, too. A home’s structure and features can affect the environment, your utility bills, and maintenance bills.

Hardwood floors are one of the best options available for homeowners. These floors are very durable, and with proper care they can last for years. Caring for them, however, requires a little more work than just an occasional sweep.

Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make.

Even if you’ve bought and sold homes in the past, every new real estate venture needs to be treated with the same care and consideration that you would give to any other investment decision.

It’s September, and the kids are back in school. Beat the lunchbox sandwich boredom with this take on the classic.

Everyone loves Rueben sandwiches, but if you're like most people you are concerned about the number of calories in the corned beef. The truth is that a traditional Reuben is probably one of the worst sandwiches that anyone on a diet can eat, but, fortunately, we have a solution. This recipe for a turkey Reuben is just as tasty and much healthier.

For many people, September means going back to school. For some New England families, however, it means the start of great camping weather. This time of year isn’t too hot or too cold; it rarely rains, and there aren’t a lot of crowds at the most popular camping spots. Among all of the great places to camp in this region of the country, the Adirondacks is certainly one of the most popular.

While 2015 was one of the coldest winters in recent history, many meteorologists are predicting that 2016 will be even worse. For New Yorkers who feel like they just can't deal with another bad winter, don't panic. There are steps you can take to make this winter go a lot smoother than last year’s.

Dogs love to socialize with other dogs. Luckily, Saratoga Springs has a number of dog parks where you can set up a date for four-legged buddies.

Decorating your home with houseplants is a great way to bring the outdoors into your home. Plants help to clean the air, bring in color, and add some character in any room. Taking care of them, however, is essential. Try these tips to keep your plants healthy and looking great.