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PO Box 318 • Saranac Lake, NY 12983 To advertise, call 518-524-1546 For editorial inquiries, email aflynn@lakeplacidnews.com
This beautiful home on Cedar River is a must see! Boasting over 1000 feet of river front, and spectacular views of Buell & Panther Mountains. The house is a 3 bedroom, bath and a half home, with a large open kitchen, boasting hickory cabinets throughout, and a nice dining area, leading into a spacious living / family room with a stone fireplace, cathedral ceiling, and views of the river and Mts. from the large bay window. The property has a large 3 stall garage, plus it has a large storage area above the garage that could be used for extra living space if needed. The property also boasts 7 acres of land on both sides of the river. Also included is an on demand 8KW Generac whole home generator in case you loose power. All this for $399,000
Craig Seaman, Owner/Broker • 870 Deerland Rd., Long Lake, NY 12847 (518) 624-2999 • Toll Free 855-624-2999 • www.longlakerealestate.com
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LAKEFRONT RETREAT, LAKE PLACID: Beautiful view of Whiteface from this 2.15 acre lot w/ completely renovated 3 BR Main House, 2-slip boathouse, separate summer kitchen, sandy beach and space to build! $2,890,000
CRATER CLUB, ESSEX: Camp Wildacres, (circa 1929) is a 5 BR, 5BA ADK Great Camp located in a private club on Lake Champlain. The stone fireplace and expansive windows are the centerpiece of this wonderful retreat. $699,000
BLUE MTN ROAD, ST. REGIS FALLS: A rare, 4 BR, 2.5 BA property on 63 acres with a large garage, numerous outbuildings. Being sold fully furnished with recreational vehicles. A 4 season recreational paradise. $525,000
250 ACRE ESTATE, LAKE PLACID: Rare French Normandy inspired estate, sweeping High Peaks views, 7 BR, 7 BA, caretakers home, outbuildings, beautiful tranquil setting, outdoor recreational paradise. $8,900,000
HILLCREST, LAKE PLACID: Just steps from Main Street and the Olympic Center, 11 BR, 11 BA, 4 BR owner’s quarters, spacious living, lots of character, 3 fireplaces, triple .8 acre lot, parking area, endless possibilities! $950,000
UPDATED RANCH, WILMINGTON: Very nice ranch house located 3 miles from Whiteface Mountain. This 3 bedroom home has a private back yard with mature trees and a view of Whiteface Mountain. Updated interior. $349,000
FARM, JAY: 131 beautiful acres with nearly one mile on the East Branch of the Ausable River, views of Whiteface Mtn., 4 BR, 2 BA farmhouse w/farm equipment included, can be subdivided into 14 additional lots. $795,000
LAKE PLACID, WATERFRONT: Spacious, yearround, 4 BR, 3.5 BA home in a great location with beautiful views, open floor plan, granite countertops, S/S appliances, fireplace, wrap around deck, 2 car attached garage. $3,200,000
INVESTMENT PROPERTY, LAKE PLACID: Main level currently a bistro with off street parking, newly constructed apts on 2nd and 3rd levels, high traffic, high visibility on main thoroughfare! $925,000
FARMHOUSE, JAY: 3 BR, 3 BA, fully furnished, 2413 sq ft, chef’s kitchen, gas fireplace, .44 acre lot, wraparound porch, detached garage with bonus space, walk to covered bridge & town square. $449,000
WHITEFACE LODGE, LAKE PLACID: One, two and three bedroom units for sale in this luxurious Adirondack private residence club. Views, dining, and amenities galore just waiting for you to enjoy. $32,000 - $74,900 per interval
BUILDING LOT, KEENE: Nice .6 acre level lot with views of Brown Mountain. Great location close to all the outdoor activities that the Adirondack Mountains offer. Just 12 miles to Lake Placid. Existing well and septic. $79,000
MULTI-FAMILY, ELIZABETHTOWN: Charming waterfront on the Branch River and flows into the Boquet! Two 1 BR units. Private yard & path that leads to the river. Live in one, rent one! $145,000
ACREAGE, JAY: Beautiful, very private 7.47 acre building site accessed from Old NYS Rte 9N and overlooks the Jay Mountain range to the east with seasonally filtered views of the Great Range. APA permit in place. $79,900
SUNSET RIDGE, LAKE PLACID: New community on the highly-sought after Whiteface Inn Ln adjacent to the luxurious Whiteface Lodge and bordered by NYS land. .72 acre building lot with newly paved roadway. $139,000
BUNGALOW, SARANAC LAKE: This freshly painted, cute and well kept 2 story, 2 BR, 1 BA cottage is set back off Elm St. to allow for a large, grassy front yard with 2 car off street parking. $150,000
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TOP 5 Hikes to Fire Towers of the Hamilton County Challenge By Spencer Morrissey
Blue Mountain
ACTIVITY: Hiking DIFFICULTY: Moderate DISTANCE: 4.0 miles round trip DIRECTIONS: From the Adirondack Experience museum in Blue Mountain Lake, follow state Route 28N/ 30 toward Long Lake for 0.2 miles to the trailhead on the right.
Owls Head
ACTIVITY: Hiking DIFFICULTY: Moderate DISTANCE: 6.2 miles round trip DIRECTIONS: From the hamlet of Long Lake follow state Route 30 toward Tupper Lake and just on the outside of town find Endion Road on the left and drive this for 1.6 miles to the trailhead on the right.
Pillsbury Mountain
ACTIVITY: Hiking DIFFICULTY: Moderate DISTANCE: 3.2 miles round trip DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of state Route 30 and Route 28 in Indian Lake, follow Route 30 toward Speculator. Continue to
Perkins Clearing Road on the right. Follow this for 3.3 miles to a junction with a sign post, turn right here. Go another 1.8 miles and turn right once more. Now drive 1.2 miles to the end of the road and the trailhead.
Snowy Mountain
ACTIVITY: Hiking DIFFICULTY: Strenuous DISTANCE: 7.8 miles round trip DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of state Route 30 and Route 28 in Indian Lake, follow Route 30 toward Speculator. Continue for 7 miles to the trailhead parking on the left, the trail is on the right.
Wakely Mountain
ACTIVITY: Hiking DIFFICULTY: Strenuous DISTANCE: 6.0 miles roundtrip DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of state Route 30 and Route 28 in Indian lake follow Route 28/30 toward Blue Mountain Lake. Continue to Cedar River Road on the left and turn. In 11.5 miles you will come to the trailhead on the right.
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• 4 BR, 2 BA main house with attached mother in law apartment. • Carriage house with 2 apartments with room for 2 more. • 11.5 acres, 400’ lakefront, boathouse.
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• 240’ of waterfront. Newly constructed garage. • Close to state land and hiking trails. • Engineered plans for site are available
• 4 BR, 1 1/2 bath well maintained home on a nice lot. • Includes single car garage and a multi-car or truck/boat/RV garage. • Close to High peaks with access to hiking and paddling excursions.
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BLUFF ISLAND ON BIG TUPPER LAKE
• 1 BR, 1 BA private log cabin. • Offers one of the most majestic inhabited views in the Adirondacks.
$495,000 MLS #166474
•3BR, 1BA Adirondack camp compound. •1BR main house, bunk house and guest cottage. •1.5 acres, 140’ of lakefront, boat access only.
RAQUETTE RIVER BOAT CLUB
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• 925’ of riverfront, 36 boat slips w/expansion potential. • 2BR main house and 3 stand alone cottages.
• 00 Mix Lane, Long Lake, NY • Private 10 acre lot on a town maintained lot.
$650,000 MLS #172059
$399,000 MLS #173616
$90,000 MLS#159860
JOURNEY’S END COTTAGES LONG LAKE, NY Journey’s End Cottages on Long Lake features a year-round, 2 bedroom main house with a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room. Enjoy the peace and tranquility from the enclosed porch overlooking Long Lake. There are four (4) three season rental units all in excellent condition. One with 3 BR’s, one with 2 BR’s, and two have 1 BR. The property features a beautiful sandy beach for swimming, large docks for boat dockage, and fantastic sunsets overlooking Owls Head Mountain! Excellent rental history with good cash flow. This is an ideal Adirondack seasonal business opportunity and/or a perfect property for a family cottage lakeside compound!
Details: Address: 941 Deerland Rd. Town: Long Lake Built: 1960 Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 1 Cottages: 4 School District: Long Lake Acres: .43 Square Footage: 1365 Main house
Garage: 1 car detached Fireplace: 1 in main house Heat: Electric Baseboard & Propane/Hot Air View: Lake and Mountains Frederick Short MLS #: 173214 & 173508 Licensed Real Estate Salesperson List Price: $799,000
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Anne Porter and Associates 1758 Main Street, Keeseville, NY 12944 Ph 518-834-7608 Fax 518-834-7676 www.anneporter.com • AnnePorterRE@gmail.com
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HISTORIC MACE CHASM ROAD FARM ESTATE—1811 farmhouse with 5 usable outbuildings, 40 tillable and 70 wooded acres, all surrounded by original stone walls. The 4-bedroom farmhouse needs a complete restoration but has excellent bones with 4 large fireplaces, 2 stairwells, and full basement. Property is subdividable and offers views of Lake Champlain. Properties such as this are exceedingly rare with potential that is almost unlimited, a true piece of American history. MLS #173052—$539,900
10 Liberty St, Keeseville - Completely gutted in 2018, this home is basically brand new. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and laundry area in the half bath, this home has all the amenities. White Shaker cabinets in the kitchen have soft close doors and drawers, stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and granite countertops. All electrical and plumbing has been redone and is up to code. Heating and air conditioning with state-of-the-art mini-split systems with electric baseboard backup. This is a “must see”, move-in ready home that will not stay on the market long! MLS #173578—$199,900
19/21 Hill St, Keeseville - This side by side duplex has had much work done including stabilization and repair of the main support beam in the basement/crawlspace. Larger unit (Apt#2) is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit with washer/dryer hookup (washer and dryer belong to the tenant). Smaller unit (Apt #1) is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit and the bathroom was redone in 2019. Smaller unit is currently on a monthto-month lease agreement rented at $950/month while the larger unit has a one year lease until 12/31/2021 rented at $1,000/month. Partial new roof on smaller unit in 2019 (back side). 19 Hill St is a trailer with a long term land lease at $255/month. This trailer is NOT part of the sale and will not be shown. A great investment opportunity! MLS #173499—$150,000
125 Ausable St, Keeseville - This home was completely rebuilt after a fire and was completed in 2020. This 1860 stone house now features a new layout with two main bedrooms and two full ensuite bathrooms, white shaker cabinetry in the kitchen with soft close doors, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A large pantry and storage galore throughout the house sets it apart from most old house rehabs. The flooring is wood look luxury vinyl tile strong enough and waterproof for the toughest traffic. State of the art heating and cooling with an energy efficient electric heat pump. This property is an opportunity to own a piece of Keeseville history and sits right in the center of the historic district. Right across the street from the planned Town park along the Ausable River, this is a home that allows walking to all downtown amenities. MLS #173658 - $160,000
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Prime Land for Sale 78 acres with an incredible view of Lyon Mountain. Great access, very private, excellent homestead potential. $119,000
40 acres bordering state land with attractive beaver ponds in a very secluded location. Only 1/2 hour to Saranac Lake. $75,000
Call for more information 518-624-6055 www.adirondackmtland.com
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Prescott Place Multi-Family, Saranac Lake
Hyatt Heights Compound, North Hudson
What a find! This immaculate former cure cottage in the historic Helen Hill district features three rental units with original hardwood floors, two private decks, washer and dryers in each unit, and all the charm you hope for in a home from this era. This historic jewel is only a few steps from downtown Saranac Lake, the farmer’s market, and the Hotel Saranac in one direction, and Mt. Baker and Moody Pond in the other. Perfect for investors or “househackers” -- live in one unit and rent the others! $299,000
This one-of-a-kind rustic modern property features a main home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, a chef’s kitchen, an outdoor kitchen complete with pizza oven, and spectacular views of Nippletop and the surrounding High Peaks from every room -- and the wrap around deck! Across the cul-de-sac sits a newly completed guest house with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, including built-in bunks. Just minutes from hiking, skiing, boating and Paradox Brewery, make this compound in the Adirondacks your very own to enjoy with friends and family -- or as a potential income generating property! $625,000
Cascade Road Motel Duo, Lake Placid This is your chance to shape the entry to the Olympic Village! This property comprises 88 rooms across 2.6 acres on Lake Placid’s busiest artery. Family owned, operated, and meticulously maintained for decades, the property features a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home and a 2 bedroom apartment for owners/ managers to live on site, as well as both indoor and outdoor pools. Purchase one or both properties together. $2,999,000
High Visibility Commercial Lot, Saranac Lake This 12.76 acre commercial property on one of Saranac Lake’s main access roads has limitless potential for business and/or residential use. Adjacent to Ampersand Bay and the Saranac Lake Marina and across Edgewood Road from the Saranac Lake High School, this lot has high visibility and is located just outside the village limits. $599,000
Cranberry Way Townhouse, Saranac Lake
Birch Street, Saranac Lake
A rare opportunity for townhome living in the village of Saranac Lake! This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit features views of the pond and mountains from both the second story balcony and first floor covered patio. Many improvements have been made by this owner including new windows, carpeting, lighting, painting and woodwork. $225,000
Steps from Lake Flower, this updated and spacious split-level ranch is an incredible find! With 4+ bedrooms and 3 full baths, many recent updates, and a spectacular fully fenced backyard, this house won’t be around for long. Just a stone’s throw from downtown Saranac Lake, the farmer’s market, and all Saranac Lake schools, call us to see it today! $350,000
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PEOPLE & PLACES
ABOVE: L to R:Tanner Foley, Matthew Brandes,Will, and Jack Armstrong playing spikeball ABOVE: Astrid St. Pierre and Hannah Wylie
Lake Placid High School Prom
ABOVE: Tristan Spotts playing cornhole
ABOVE:Tanner Foley won the trivia contest prize, a TV
ABOVE: John Brownell can’t remember his name under hypnosis so he is checking his ID.
ABOVE: Rylee Preston is making a call on a “shoe phone” while under hypnosis.
ABOVE: Grace Crawford can’t believe Justin Bieber is in the audience while under hypnosis.
The Lake Placid High School prom was held on Saturday, June 5th at the Lake Placid Horseshow Grounds. The students enjoyed playing games and a hypnosis show. Photos - Alicia Brandes 16 - ADIRONDACK LIVING REAL ESTATE GUIDE • JULY 2021
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Lake Placid Ranch Well built 3 bedroom 2 bath house on 0.43 acre lot in the Blueberry Hills subdivision with a large 2 car garage and large workshop. One floor of living with an open concept kitchen/dining room and a screened-in covered porch off of the back. Exclusively Listed for $150,000!
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LIVING IN THE ADIRONDACKS
The view of Lake Placid lake from the Placid Bay Inn.
(Photo - Elizabeth Izzo)
Placid Bay Inn changes hands after four decades By Elizabeth Izzo
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Lake Placid hotel that hasn’t changed hands in four decades has been sold to a regional businessman who sees potential in revamping the property. The Placid Bay Inn, which has been owned by the Dramm family for the past 41 years, was sold to hotelier, investor and real estate broker Keir Weimer last month. On social media, Denise Dramm thanked all of the visitors to her hotel over the years. “It was our great pleasure to welcome all of you into our family. It is time for this young lady to retire,” she wrote. Weimer, who grew up outside of Syracuse and whose family has been coming to the Adirondacks for generations, is the president of Adirondack Hospitality Ventures, Weekender Hospitality and of the Keir Weimer brokerage team at Engel & Völkers in Lake Placid. He also owns the Alpine Lodge in North Creek and the Great Pines in Old Forge. He
started out as a real estate agent, but he said he’d always wanted to become a developer. “I always had a vision and an interest beyond just brokering transactions,” he said. “I wanted to be an owner and a developer, and I wanted to have a sense of the creative side of real estate, which, to me, is hospitality because you can create the experience, the amenities, the design elements. All of these things come together to create a unique brand. “I also travel a lot, and I see a lot of what I like and what I don’t,” he said. Weimer purchased the Old Forge in 2015, purchased the North Creek one last year, and his company is continuing to grow with the purchase of the Placid Bay Inn and possibly more properties in Vermont this year. The hospitality industry, in general, has been challenged by the coronavirus pandemic. As bills continued to come due for hoteliers, fewer people stayed in hotels in many areas because fewer people
were traveling for work and leisure, period. The industry has hemorrhaged jobs. Millions of hospitality workers across the U.S. were laid off last year, and according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of April, total hospitality employment remained millions of jobs below pre-pandemic levels. Even before the pandemic, the industry was being impacted by the rise in popularity of short-term vacation rentals. Factoring all that in, there aren’t many new hotels opening up right now. “When you look, broadly speaking, at the industry, it’s been a contraction,” Weimer said Wednesday. “It’s been really negatively impacted by the pandemic. However, there are pockets of growth and opportunity that I see that I think a lot of operators and owners don’t. They’re pulling back on operations or laying people off; they’re having to deal with reduced demand. However, in the markets we’re in, we’re actually seeing renewed demand and increased demand above what our historical levels are.” In Lake Placid, despite the pandemic, the hospitality industry has thrived. The summer tourism season last year was busier than normal, and occupancy in many hotels remained high later in the
season because many businesses and schools were still operating remotely, giving people the opportunity to work and learn from wherever they’d like. Weimer’s properties in North Creek and Old Forge saw a similar uptick in occupancy, according to him. “Mainly, we attribute it to people just wanting to get away from the day-to-day and being locked up in big cities,” he said. “Being in a cleaner environment in the mountains with this as your backdrop,” Weimer added, gesturing toward the view of Lake Placid lake from the hotel, “and at our other properties, we’ve actually had record revenue months, month after month, since last July.” The Placid Bay Inn is now in the process of being renovated. The blue exterior is being painted black. The rooms are being remodeled, the furniture replaced, the technology updated. When complete, the hotel’s 19 guest rooms and two cabins will have a more modern, Scandanavian-inspired design, complete with high-speed internet, smart TVs, Wi-Fi locks and voice-activated technology, according to Weimer and the hotel’s manager, Martina Svrchek. The goal is for the hotel to be open for the Fourth of July weekend, according to Weimer. July and August are typically peak months for tourism in Lake Placid.
The new owner of the Placid Bay Inn, Kier Weimer, right, stands beside hotel manager Martina Svrchek. (Photo
- Elizabeth Izzo)
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This beautiful year round waterfront home is located on 150 feet of shoreline with access to the Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes. The home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with an additional 1 bedroom apartment facing the lake. The shore has a sandy beach, and docks to pull your boats into. If you are looking for the perfect Adirondack waterfront setting offering everything from boating to swimming, to kayaking and fishing, then come discover your dream home!
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MOUNTAIN VIEWS on the RIVER
This 4 Bdrm 2 Bath, 2,076 Sq Ft home is situate on 10.6 Acres and features approximately 395’ of frontage on the West Branch of the Au Sable River. Overlooking the Stephenson Range its setting has mountain vistas that are absolutely breathtaking. Its interior has hardwood floors, two propane fireplaces and one wood burning fireplace. Outback a quiet enclosed porch overlooks the mountain views. Recent improvements include new siding, roof, windows and doors. An ATV trail and walking path lead down to the river where you can enjoy world class fishing. This property has much to offer, is only moments from the Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort and will provide access to recreational pastimes just by stepping outdoors. Wilmington Price: $575,000 MLS #173409
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4 Apt Units ~ 3,043 Sq. Ft. each ~ 0.63 Acres An embracing Mix of Unique Designs and Original Finishes ~ Frontage on The AuSable River Garage/ Man Cave with possible Additional Rental Space ~ Deck Overlooking the River AuSable Price: $385,000 MLS #172060
ALONG SILVER LAKE ROAD 3+ACRES-SILVER LAKE 3 Bed, 2 Bath ~ 1,824 Sq. Ft. ~ 0.97 Acres 185 feet of frontage on the Crystal Clear waters
Updated Kitchen and Dining Room ~ Lots of Bonus Space ~ Large Master Bedroom ~ Two Car Garage with Partially Finished Overhead Space ~ Large Yard Au Sable Forks Price: $135,000 MLS# 172215
of Silver Lake ~ Property is APA zoned Low Intensity Use ~ Shared Access Road Leads almost to Properties Shoreline ~ Surveyed Very nice Surroundings Black Brook Price: $249,000 MLS# 172384
178178ACRE MOUNTAIN OVERLOOK POTTER MOUNTAIN VIEWS WEST BRANCH WATERFRONT Acres along Thomasville Road ~ Views of 7.5 Acres overlooking Potter Mountain-Surveyed with an APA Whiteface Mountain, the Stephenson Range to the Southwest and Cook Colby, and Bald Mountains to the Northeast ~ Borders the Little Au Sable River ~ Woods Roads and a small meadow Ausable Price: $129,900 MLS # 168988
permit in place allowing for the construction of: Single Family Home -The views are amazing and the surroundings are very private. Walking distance of Taylor Pond Wilderness Area. Black Brook Price: $79,900 MLS#150700
Valley Road & Route 86 Jay, N.Y. 12941
1.2 Acres with 162 feet of frontage in the West Branch of the Au Sable River ~ 200 feet of road frontage ~ Electric, Cable and Water utilities available at the roadside ~ Potential Mountain Views of the Stephenson Range Jay Price: $67,000 MLS # 172556
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A rare opportunity to own a large tract of land in Lake Placid! This expansive property runs along both sides of Route 86, just outside of the Village, with 13.35 acres on the North side and 40.08 acres on the South side. Adirondack Park Agency Rural Use Zoning provides a potential for more than one home site with proper permitting. Enjoy access to private Mud Pond on the South side of the property. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream, this land offers close proximity to many trailheads, including the Jack Rabbit Trail, Pitchoff, Cascade and Porter mountains. Bordering state land, the outdoor adventures are endless! Own your very own piece of the Adirondacks with this beautiful property.
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Valley Road & Route 86 Jay, N.Y. 12941
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PREPARING TO MOVE
Prep a rin g to m o ve in to yo u r n ew ho m e m a y seem like a p retty stra ig htfo rw a rd ta sk. Un tilitd o esn ’t.M a n y ho m eo w n erssim p lyfo rg et ho w m a n y item sthey ha ve a ccu m u la ted o ver the co u rse o f their livesu n tilit’stim e to m o ve ita llin to a n ew ho m e. There are many circumstances that can complicate the process, including opening and closing of utility accounts, coordination of moving trucks and making sure insurance is active when you move in. To complicate things, you will likely be forced to get all of these logistics ironed out on an accelerated timeframe, as most home closes are done within 30 to 45 days.
M o vin g Tip s PROPER PREPARATION The first step to making sure you’ll be ready come moving day is to simply take stock of your belongings. Grab a notebook or a laptop and build your own personal inventory of furniture, appliances, pictures, toys and other belongings. If you plan to contract with a moving company, they will likely need to know how many rooms you plan to move and an estimated number of pieces of furniture and appliances. Use your inventory to help answer any questions related to the logistics of your move.
PLAN YOUR MOVE Will you use a moving company to get your belongings to your new home? Or will friends and family help you? A moving company is likely busy with other clients, so be sure to get on their list for your target moving date as soon as possible.
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Your friends and family may be the less expensive option, but it may take more coordination on your part to make sure they know where and when to show up and what to do. Take these factors into consideration when building your plan for your big move. PACKING AND DONATING Whether you plan to move into your home yourself or hire a moving company to help, it’s important that you start collecting boxes, bubble wrap and packing tape to be as ready as possible for the move. You can also schedule a donation pickup or list belongings for sale online or in the newspaper if you’re looking to lighten your move. The more non-essential items you can eliminate from your move, the easier it will be on you in the end.
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Carol Marie Vossler was born and raised in Rochester NY. She graduated from Churchville-Chili High school in 1978 and then in 1979 moved to Paul Smiths, NY, graduating from Paul Smiths College with a degree in Forestry. She worked with her husband David in his forestry business for six years before finding “art”. She attended Plattsburgh State University earning her B.A. in Studio Arts and except leaving the area to earn her Masters in Fine Arts from Syracuse University in 1995, Carol Marie has remained in the North Country. Together she and her husband raised their three children, Jeffrey, Kelli and Thomas Vossler. She is the Founder of BluSeed Studios Inc. and has taught the Studio Arts for 17 years, first at Plattsburgh State University and then as full time faculty member at North Country Community College. Carol Marie’s entrepreneur experience includes networking and organizing diverse, all-inclusive creative events for the Tri-Lakes community. She looks forward to helping you fulfill your life-goals as you set forth selling or purchasing your home.
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Peggy is thrilled to have moved back to the Adirondacks in 2020. She is a well-known folk musician and songwriter. Through concert performances and Arts in Education programs, Peggy has become familiar with many small towns across the North Country. Peggy recently retired from instructing U.S. History at SUNY Empire State College. She plans to use her knowledge of Adirondack culture and history to help real estate buyers and sellers achieve their goals. “I’m honored to be joining Guide Boat Realty, LLC because of the way the team at Guide Boat Realty, LLC appreciates our history and supports our community.”
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Spend a little and increase your home’s value with some simple sprucing up.
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ow is the time to sell your home if you have been thinking about it. Since interest rates being at its lowest, as well as inventory of homes are fewer, you can possibly sell your home quicker and get the price you are looking for in this seller’s environment. Since the pandemic, the Adirondack’s real estate market is seeing people with new
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