NYC ? Murray Hill: Phelps Stokes ? J.P. Morgan Jr. House
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The Phelps Stokes-J.P. Morgan, Jr. House, at 231 Madison Avenue, was designed from R.H. Robertson from 1852-53 and enlarged in 1888.
This three-story brownstone mansion was one of three brownstones built for L.N. Phelps, of the Phelps family on the east side of Madison Avenue between 36th and 37th Streets. J. Pierpont Morgan acquired the expanded structure in 1904, and it served as the home of his son, J.P. Morgan, Jr., until 1944, when it was converted to the headquarters of the Lutheran Church in America. The building was acquired by the Pierpont Morgan Library in 1988.
With three sides exposed, this freestanding Anglo-Italianate structure, one of the few such brownstone structures remaining in the city, displays a wealth of architectural detail. The handsome entrance porch is approached by a fine flight of steps and an open landing enclosed by a stone balustrade with Doric balusters. The porf roof is supported Corinthian columns and pilasters. The windows are all surrounded by stone frames surmounted by delicate cornices, while the sills are carried on console brackets. The window frames are extended outward at the top corners (crossetted), a refinement that is rarely found. Thewrought iron balconies, at the first floor, are reminiscent of those made popular by Stanford White in the late 1880?s.
The Phelps Stokes-J.P. Morgan, Jr. House was designated a landmark by the New York Landmarks Preservation Commission in 1965. That designation was overturned, only to be redesignated in 2002.
Article by Natalie Aranda
Wealth means many different things to an array of people, regardless of how affluent they are. For some, it means putting every one of their children through college. To others, wealth simply means fancy cars, huge mansions, and the ability to relax all day. Despite what you think wealth means, financial planning is the first necessary step for wealth building.
Building long term wealth is actually possible for everyone. It all begins with financial planning and having ideas. Without a solid focus and a list of goals, you will never be able to accomplish what you?d like. The first step to wealth building is to come up with five priorities. While the sky is the limit, it is smart to be realistic. For instance, if you are struggling with your current living situation, your goal could be to put ,000 down on a house in six years. These goals should also include a time frame, and when you?d like to be financially stable. Staying organized and knowing exactly what road you want to take means that wealth building is in the big picture. It will not only motivate you to strive harder, but it will allow you to see what is down the road.
The next thing you need to do is create a budget. Wealth building certainly doesn?t do the work by itself, thus you have to sit down and keep track of your finances. By building a budget and sticking to it, you will easily be able to accomplish your goal. For many financial planners, they recommend keeping a journal and a list of your finances. This way you can see what you are saving and why you are saving it. For instance, if you go to the grocery store twice a week, keep the receipts and do the math. If you begin to have doubts, just think of the end result. Would you rather spend 0 a week on fast food or buy a house in 10 years? The opportunities are endless, as long as you stay strict.
Once you have created a budget, a timeline, and a goal, you must look into additional information. Every financial planner wants to be set for the rest of their lives. By taking wealth building seminars they can learn what to avoid and what to try out. It is often difficult to start such a large project when you are stuck in debt or just don?t know where to start. For people who are beginning to pay a mortgage, looking into a real estate investment seminar would also do wonders.
While financial planning for long term wealth is a challenge, wealth building is not a remote dream for average people. As long as we stay positive, track with our budget, and keep goals realistic, changes and progress can be made.
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