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a mortgage payment that’s too big for you? If so, it turns out you’re not

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alone. A study conducted by the Home Buying Institute determined that’s

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Home Decor: The Hottest Colors of 2017

newsShorts Taupe. This contemporary organic look is perfectly re-imagined for the modern world with just the right amount of visual appeal.

From furniture to walls, new homes to remodels, cool grays have dominated home design palettes for the last five years. Look to 2017 to gently shake things up with a focus on fresh neutrals that bring warm and cool tones together to create versatile color with timeless appeal.

Wine and taupe Saturated color pairings that evoke deep moods are gaining popularity. Taking cues from baroque and romanticism designs, the Sherwin-Williams Noir palette is rich with colors that are reminiscent of vine-ripe fruits, dramatic wine colors and deep blues. Balance this mysterious palette with a neutral and you’ll have a look that is unexpected and gorgeous.

One of the most notable trends of the year is the transition of neutrals from monochrome gray to warmer hues, including complex taupe, beige, khaki and brown colors. These warmer tones create an inviting feeling, and while grays will continue to be popular, look for hybrid hues that blend the best of gray with warmer undertones for colors that are unique, yet familiar.

Yellow pop Gray tones always provide a clean, modern base, but contrasting these hues with vivid colors allows you to transform any room into a contemporary paradise. Try using the deep teal of Marea Baja (SW 9185) and sunny hued Bee (SW 6683) alongside Poised Taupe to create a graphic look perfect for the office or kids rooms.

The perfect example of this trend is Poised Taupe (SW 6039), the Sherwin-Williams 2017 Color of the Year. Earthen brown combines with conservative gray resulting in a weathered, woodsy and complex neutral that fits well in virtually any room. “Not cool or warm, nor gray or brown, Poised Taupe brings a sense of coziness and harmony that people are seeking,” says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams.

Ready to make this the year you update your house with fresh designs and stunning colors?

To learn more about top trends for 2017, visit www.sherwin-williams.com. (BPT)

If you’re looking to refresh your space with this new color trend, there are countless opportunities.

Here are four stunning home decor themes using this up-and-coming color: Cornflower hues With its cool-yet-warm vibe, Poised Taupe is an ideal complement to cornflower hues. Paired with faded indigo it creates a charming palette ideal for French countryside aesthetics. This fun twist on a classic is sure to produce timeless results in the kitchen or living spaces.

Organic re-imagined Create an updated nature-inspired palette in your home with citrus green, weathered bronze, mustard yellow and light, cool-toned blue paired with earthy neutrals like Poised

Make a Design

Statement With Cypress Wood is once again becoming a prominent feature in interior design schemes. Cypress wood, in particular, is attracting the attention of both millennials and boomers along the shoreline. So what’s the appeal?

“Cypress is a unique wood that offers a variety of looks,” says Brian Meier of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association, www.CypressInfo. org. “It’s readily available in visual grades ranging from knotty to knot-free. And it’s a beautiful wood.

Its natural color, which typically varies from golden honey to light chocolate tones, can include red and olive hues. And while wood is a timeless building material that can complement any architectural style, cypress will make a design statement in any room.”

Cypress is often the go-to material for siding and other exterior applications where good looks and durability really count, and rightfully so. However, it’s those same attributes that make cypress an ideal choice for indoor applications like high-end cabinetry and bold, built-in storage solutions.

Mandeville, Louisiana custom cabinet manufacturer Geoff Philippus agrees. “Thanks to its natural resistance to water, cypress is a great wood to use in wet zones, such as kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, and even outdoor cooking areas,” he says. “More often than not we introduce people to cypress, from new growth, reclaimed, river recovered, or pecky cypress with its naturally occurring pockets and holes,” Philippus says. “It’s something they’ve never seen before, and they fall in love with it.”

Plain walls and bare ceilings are passé. Today’s savvy homeowners are looking to add personal style to their living spaces and adding a touch of cypress to the mix is a great beginning. According to Mark Jefferson, a specialty woodworker from Palm City, Florida, “Cypress packs plenty of character and design flexibility. I’ve used it for everything from coffered ceilings and decorative doors to paneling and general millwork. Cypress also is excellent for structural design elements, such as exposed timbers and beams, which are popular because they open up a space, making ceilings seem higher and rooms look bigger.”

Wooden furniture is synonymous with durability and a long-term investment that can be repaired, refinished and passed down from generation to generation. For custom furniture maker Jason Straw of Gainesville, Florida, “Cypress offers intense imagery and color, with a rich grain and texture that makes stunning furniture - or rather, functional pieces of art. It’s a great wood to craft dining room tables, desks, vanities, headboards, and nightstands.”

“I like using cypress, especially logs that are recovered from rivers and swamps,” Straw says.

“To know that I’m using wood from a tree that probably started growing thousands of years ago - and has been under water for at least 100 years - is fascinating to me. The wood’s history is on my mind every time I work with it.”

Visit www.CypressInfo.org to explore the myriad ways cypress can make a design statement in your living space. (BPT) February

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Planning a Home Improvement Project?

Most dealers and contractors conscientiously try to give their customers service equivalent to the full value of their money.

Unfortunately, home improvement rackets do exist. Here are a few common sense rules to follow: - Read and understand every word of any contract or other paper before you sign it.

- Never sign a contract with anyone who makes fantastic promises.

- Reputable dealers are not running give-away businesses.

- Avoid wild bargains. The best bargain is a good job.

- Never consolidate existing loans through a home improvement contractor.

- Do not let salespeople high-pressure you into signing up to buy their materials or services.

newsShorts - Proceed cautiously when the lender or contractor demands a lien on your property.

Most lenders do not require a lien if the loan amount is less than $7,500. (HUDGOV)

Don’t Be A Victim

Of Tax Fraud

If you get a call from the “IRS” threatening you with lawsuits or jail unless you pay up immediately, don’t worry. It’s a scam. IRS impersonation and tax scams by phone, e-mail, snail mail and text are ongoing. Criminals use increasingly creative ploys to trick taxpayers but you can protect yourself and your money.

First, you should know that the IRS doesn’t initiate contact with taxpayers by e-mail, text message or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This includes requests for PIN numbers, passwords or similar access information for credit cards, banks or other financial accounts.

Where To Get Help If you get a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and asking for money, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at www.FTC.gov.

You’ll be a lot less likely to worry that in fact there was an error on your tax return if you get help from a licensed professional tax preparer.

Enrolled agents (EAs) are America’s tax experts.

They are the only federally licensed tax practitioners who both specialize in taxation and have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. These tax specialists have earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the IRS by either passing a stringent and comprehensive three-part examination covering individual tax returns, business tax returns, and representation, practice and procedure—or through relevant experience as a former IRS employee. All candidates are subjected to a rigorous background check conducted by the IRS. To locate an EA nearby, go to the “Find a Tax Expert” directory at www.eatax.org.(NAPSI)

Looking For A Second Home?

Here are five more things the scammers often do but the IRS will not do. Any one of these five things is a telltale sign of a scam.

1. A Realtor can help you find the property that fits your budget, and will negotiate on your behalf so you get the best deal.

The IRS will never: • Call to demand immediate payment, nor will the agency call about taxes owed without first having mailed you a bill

2. Know the rules if you plan to rent it out. It’s crucial to know all ordinances. Laws can vary from one town, neighborhood and condo building to the next.

- Avoid salespeople who offer you trial purchases or some form of bonus, such as cash, for allowing them to use your house as a model for any purpose. Such offers are well-known gimmicks of swindlers.

• Demand that you pay taxes without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount it says you owe

3. You’ll likely need to make a significant down payment on any second-home purchase to get the most favorable terms.

- Never sign a completion certificate until all the work called for in the contract has been completed to your satisfaction. Be careful not to sign a completion certificate along with a sales order.

• Require you to use a specific payment method for your taxes, such as a prepaid debit card • Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone

4. Do your homework and stick to your budget.

With a Realtor at your side, that second home can be in reach either.

- Be wary of salespeople who try to scare you into signing for repairs that they say are urgent.

Seek the advice of an expert as to how urgent such repairs are. High-pressure and scare tactics are often the mark of a phony deal.

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• Threaten to bring in police or other lawenforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying.

For further facts and to reach a Realtor near where you want to buy, go to www.realtor.com/GetRealtor.

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12 Shore Acres Rd, Cleverdale $2,600,000

Step back in time and have your family relax, play and create their own memories in the magnificent Shore Acres Estate on 2.8 acres. The stately, elegant 1845 brick Colonial house, along with the 3 bedroom guest house, is situated on 2.8 acres which butts up to 225’of idyllic lake frontage on Lake George.

Expansive waterfront lawn, and private sandy beach. 8 dock slips and a covered crib dock with sundeck await you for water fun. End the day enjoying quiet Sunsets. 12 & 24 Shore Acres included in sale. MLS# 201505342

7 Noble Way, Queensbury $469,900 Spectacular BH Group built 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home in wonderful Kings Court development. This newer home will make everyone in the family happy!

Gourmet Kitchen, Granite, Hardwood, Fireplace, central A/C, master suite, large rooms, big front & back yard w/ inground sprinklers, 900sq ft 3+ car garage, 5KW whole house generator, and more.

This is the house you have been waiting for! MLS# 201617920

16 Webster Avenue, Glens Falls $224,000

9 Jacqueline Drive, Queensbury $349,900

119 Vaughn Dr, Kingsbury $149,900

18 Sheridan St, Glensfalls $189,900

4 Cedar Ct, Queensbury $159,000

10 James Street, Warrensburg $159,500

This house is straight out of a fairy tale with it’s turret, charming English bathroom, french doors, hardwood floors throughout, bright sun room, large kitchen with a separate breakfast room,and a lovely private landscaped yard. MLS# 201619207

Fabulous home in Lehland Estates!

Granite counter tops, Stainless Steel appliances, Fireplace, Master suite with Jacuzzi tub, Newer Windows, Furnace/ AC,and Roof, Trex Deck, Large private lot, and natural gas. Lake George Schools and LOW TAXES! MLS# 201620596

This House is so much bigger than it looks! 3 bedrooms, Formal dining room, living room with Fireplace, big sun room and huge corner lot. Make this house your home!

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10 year young city home With 2 car garage. Lots of windows, A/C, gas fireplace, full basement, storage over garage, and easy maintenance with a small yard.

Walking distance to enjoy everything Glens Falls has to offer. Taxes without STAR. MLS# 201525122

Easy and elegant living in this wonderful, bright maintenance free townhome. Huge Master bedroom, gas fireplace, A/C, second floor laundry, full basement, and a large backyard with deck. All well under the assessed value!

MOTIVATED SELLER! MLS# 201618632

You will LOVE this Beautiful Craftsman Style 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Home. Original woodwork throughout. Full finished basement with bar is a sports lover’s dream for entertaining. Large backyard with Apple trees! You don’t find homes with this much character very often.

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15 South Lake Ave - Wonderful Brownstone with many original details with nicely updated kitchen. Back deck perfect for entertaining or enjoying your morning coffee, convenient second floor laundry.

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Three Bedroom Bungalow with enclosed front porch in quiet neighborhood. New carpeting & brand new boiler. Great location close to everything. Low taxes, includes garbage pick up. Contact Linda Priest 256-0507 for a showing!

Albany

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49 Hurlbut Street - Money making investment property or nice owner occupied home. Let tenant pay the mortgage! Across street from Delaware Community School.

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“In my house-hunting efforts, I was fortunate to utilize an exceptional realty team in Mark Burlingame and his business partner, Lisa Wloch. Mark began the process with me and, due to his illness, Lisa took the reins. From my personal experience, Lisa is head and shoulders above other Realtors®. She worked tirelessly without regard to time of day [and] was tenacious in getting answers for me ....Lisa’s efforts did not end with the sale...I found Lisa to be totally focused and dedicated to doing what was best for her clients and putting their needs above any personal financial gain. Lisa is one-in-a million who truly takes her job seriously, always performing beyond expectations.” - Lee P (Guilderland) “We have bought and sold a number of homes over the past several years, accumulating a great deal of experience with various Realtors®. We can both state that Lisa Wloch has been the most professional, trustworthy, and talented Realtor® we have had the pleasure to work with. From the time we first met her and her wonderful business partner, the late Mark Burlingame, we knew we would not work with another Realtor® for any future real estate transactions. Lisa goes way above and beyond, and truly puts her heart into every aspect of the client relationship...offering advice to make a home more appealing, or simply checking in to help her clients through the sometimes stressful business of selling their home. Her level of commitment to her clients is something we truly did not find in any of the many Realtors®/agencies we had worked with in the past.

Lisa has continued to be a problem-solver long after the final sale, always making herself available for any questions, recommendations, or assistance with our new home. Thank you Lisa - you have clients for life in us!” - Marc and Marianne Roman “We chose to have Mark Burlingame and Lisa Wloch market our home in Guilderland, based on recommendations from friends and neighbors. It could not have been a better choice! Mark and Lisa treated us in a professional way from beginning to end. Their team philosophy made us very comfortable, and they were immediately responsive to all our concerns and questions. Mark’s untimely passing was a real blow to everyone, however, Lisa continued on in the same spirit that they had worked with together, and was able to accomplish the sale of our property, in spite these most difficult circumstances. We think Lisa Wloch is the Realtor® of choice to market and property in the Capital District.” - Don and Candy Dries

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1719 Central Ave, Suite 101 Albany NY 12205

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Elegant Victorian Perched Above the Hudson River 42 FRELEIGH PLACE, COXSACKIE

$349,999

Elegant 3 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring 3,200 spacious square feet and lovely water views.

Located on a private, dead-end lane, enjoy the mature trees and the landscaped, fenced yard. Entertain in your own gourmet, country kitchen or the welcoming enclosed porch. Crown molding, chair rail, walk-in closet, hardwoods, solid brass fixtures throughout, in-ground pool, out building and shed. Make this your year-round retreat. MLS# 201620769

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Use Statement Pieces to Elevate Your Bathroom To a Work of Art Investing in a bathroom upgrade is in the cards for nearly a quarter of homeowners planning to renovate within the next 12 months, according to a new survey by Bankrate.com. Improving a bathroom is rewarding on multiple levels; if you’re selling, buyers love great bathrooms. If you’re staying, a luxurious bathroom can be a relaxing oasis where you’ll be happy to begin or end a busy day.

Your bathroom is also an expression of who you are, and it should reflect not only your needs but your unique artistic flare as well. What could be more satisfying than making an artistic statement in one of the most-used rooms in your home? If you’re planning a bathroom renovation, here are four ways to make a statement in the space - and elevate your bathroom to a work of art:

Choose a showpiece sink Few design elements afford such a perfect opportunity for utility and artistry to blend beautifully as does the bathroom sink. A striking statement vessel in patterned porcelain or smoky glass can be a focal point for your vanity while still providing ample space for essential functioning.

It’s not difficult to find statement-style sinks, but to truly elevate the basin to a form of art, look for options that evoke the look and feel of the era when luxury items were handcrafted by learned artisans. Kohler, a trusted name in bathroom fixtures for more than 100 years, offers Kohler Artists Editions collections that turn everyday fixtures into striking statement pieces. Whether you choose the subtle, carved texture and the complex color transitions of the Derring collection, the organic beauty of the Nature’s Chemistry glass lavatories or the old-world stylings of the 8

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Sartorial Line, each piece is a unique statement of your personal artistry.

Stun with a standout shower Most Americans spend six to 10 minutes or more in the shower each day, according to multiple surveys. But a shower is so much more than just a place to get clean. A shower can soothe at the end of a trying day, or invigorate your senses in preparation for a busy day ahead. Statement showers incorporate luxury features such as multiple shower heads, wall jets, hand showers, rainfall showerheads, seating, customized lighting and even sound and video.

While bigger may be better in a statement shower, it may not always be possible. Start with a glass enclosure that makes the shower feel open to the room. If your space is small, choose lightercolored tile. Bigger showers can withstand darker tile work.

Create luxury with countertops Options like granite, marble, concrete, limestone and other natural stones might be too costly for a kitchen, where you have a lot of counter space, but they’re a cost-effective way to make a statement in a bathroom where you have less square footage to cover. These high-end materials pair perfectly

with statement sinks to create a unique, one-of-akind look. Upgrade bathroom countertops to your dream material and then add luxury touches like a matching backsplash or under-counter LED lighting.

Transformations with tubs Tub options are virtually limitless these days, and you can find statement tubs in every size and style imaginable. The tub is often the essential element homeowners and designers first fall in love with, and the one that establishes the direction for their overall bathroom redesign.

Soaking tubs continue to be popular installations for bathroom renovations, according to the 2016 National Kitchen & Bath Association trend report.

Whether you choose a traditional claw-foot design that evokes a bygone era, a concrete tub that creates a more modern or industrial look, or a porcelain confection with sweeping, graceful lines, you can find a statement tub to match your personal sense of artistry.

Renovating a bathroom is an investment well worth the time, money and passion - and it’s an opportunity to put your artistic mark on one of the most important rooms in any home. (BPT)

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Albany

$139,900

352 State St Unit F

Open Market Listing Service™ Guilderland

2 bedrooms / 1.0 baths

3 bedrooms / 2.0 baths

QSN #459013

QSN #438765

Garnet Realty

Joseph Mulone

Kearney Brown Realty Michael Brown

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518-813-6514

518-858-1944

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Bleecker

$199,000

Kingsbury

$149,900

335 North Shore Rd

119 Vaughn Dr

3 bedrooms / 2.0 baths

3 bedrooms / 1.0 baths

QSN #432825

QSN #452700

ADK Realty

MaryEllen Charles

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518-260-6732

518-725-2357

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Coxsackie

$349,999

42 Freleigh Pl

Woodgate

$629,000

8033 Capron Road

3 bedrooms / 3.0 baths

4 bedrooms / 2.0 baths

QSN #457191

QSN #466806

Yankee Realty, Inc.

David LaMar

Herron Realty Sharon Finkle-Kleps

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#154981 BEST OF EVERYTHING Charming cabin feel. Yr round cabin on 5 acres in Forestport, 5 more available. 3 bdrm, 2 bath.

Knotty pine, hdwd, granite & stainless. Open Liv/Din/Kit. Finished bsmnt. Htd 2+ car garage.

Frontage on motorless lk. $292,000.

#137437 ENJOY THE PEACE Nestled in the pines between 3rd & 4th Lakes.

LR w/fireplace, kit/din area, 3 bdrms & 2 full baths. Full basement offers grnd flr FR/4th bdrm. Open light airy flr plan w/abundance of glass. Year rnd waterfront home @ $459,000.

#155257 JUST RIGHT Describes this 3+ bdrm, 3 full bath home. Great view of Lower Twin Pond, canoe/kayak from property into Fulton Chain. Many amenities: Master suite, walk-in closets, red oak floors, 2 car garage, screen porch & privacy. $499,000.

#148331 UNWIND Get comfortable & enjoy this beautiful year round cabin on 2.5 wooded acres. Built in 2012 the interior offers greatroom, 3 spacious bdrms, 2 full baths & covered porch. Snowmobile trails & access to Snowbird Lake nearby. $197,000.

#156361 FANTASTIC WATERFRONT CONDO 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, fireplace, wonderful 1st Lake & mountain views, private boat slip. Association swimming dock, tennis courts, patio, sauna and common room. A very peaceful setting & quiet complex. $295,000.

#157201 YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE IT The setting is so peaceful, the location secluded yet close to Old Forge Village. Built in 2003 this like new home offers large great room w/ fireplace, 4 spacious bdrms, 3 full baths, family room & bar. $289,000.

#157563 SNOWSTORM OR SUMMER FUN When snowbound you can hop on your sleds, stored in the 3 stall garage w/radiant heat, until it’s time for boating or swimming from your dock! This 4 bdrm, 2 bath, lakefront home is close to Old Forge, Boonville & Utica. $629,000.

#157241 GREAT LOCATION This lovely home sits on the back side of the Thendara Golf Course offering plenty of privacy, a short walk to town & close to snowmobile trails providing activities to suit anyone’s needs. $269,900.

#157952 104’ OF WATERFRONT On 4th Lake. This cozy cabin features the original fireplace and knotty pine in the living room, gorgeous waterfront with sandy bottom and breath taking views of the lake. Includes lot across road. $440,000.

#157727 CHARMING COTTAGE With 1 bdrm, 1 bath & loft with 100’on Rondaxe Lake offers privacy w/an array of activities near town, trails for hiking, biking or snowmobiling.

Cozy up next to the fire on chilly ADK nights, add’l bdrm above garage. $259,000.

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#157640 COZY YEAR ROUND OTTER LAKE With a large garage, bunk house & 3 bedrooms.

10’ R.O.W. to waterfront shared dock. New septic tank installed in 2012. Quick drain plumbing system. Easy snowmobile trail access. Mostly furnished. $164,000.

#158263 LIVING CAN BE GREAT This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath village home. Walk to the post office, lakefront & town. Detached 1 stall garage, full basement, deck for grilling or relaxing, paved driveway & close to hiking, biking & snowmobile trails. $205,000.

#157270 ADIRONDACK LOG CABIN With large covered porch. Deeded lake rights to Hollywood Hills Beach & easy access to snowmobile trails. Open floor plan, 1 bdrm + loft, full bath. Plenty of parking. 17KW automatic propane standby generator. $156,000.

Year rnd 2+ bdrm, full bath & rec room w/bar.

Lots of knotty pine & easy to heat. Minutes from NYS Landing @ Twitchell Lake for swimming & boating. Easy snowmobile trail access. Gorgeous furnishings included. $176,000.

#156750 OLD FORGE RANCH Spacious year round home with indoor pool.

Generous garage space, and large private backyard. Many updates including new roof and 96% efficient boiler. Zoned commercial, perfect for home business. $279,900.

#155889 LOG CABIN LIVING Is simply the best and this quiet location with 2.4 acres is the perfect setting for this 4 bdrm home. Close to Fulton Chain of Lakes & Inlet, Limekiln Lake, Moose River Plains & golf course.

Basement, attached garage. $279,900.

#156155 ADIRONDACK STYLE HOME Sits on a wooded lot. Three bedroom, 2.5 bath with built in hot tub and sauna for extra relaxation. Additional 15’ x 20’ room built in 2004, large porch and detached 2 stall garage. Asking $325,000.

#153410 ALMOST NEW Enjoy low maintenance living as a primary or vacation home. Spacious great room area, 2 bedrooms, enclosed porch & a great family room that could be 3rd bdrm. Garage, nice yard & walk to assoc. access on Otter Lake. $169,900.

#157429 LOG CABIN BEAUTY Describes this year round home with hardwood floors, fireplace, lovely porch, finished basement & 5 acres with access to trails & nearby Old Forge. Lodge furnishings add more charm to this ideal 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath home. $249,900.

#157346 OLD FORGE GEM Charming bungalow, 3 bdrm, year round home in great location. Upgraded kitchen with granite counters, LR with woodstove, full basement with plenty of storage. Lovely front porch and back patio. Must see! $199,000.

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ADK Realty 2144 State Hwy 10, Caroga Lake, NY 12032

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LAND!! Winter is a great time to walk land! 200+ Acres $154,000

3 Parcels on Fisher Rd. Caroga Lake. 1000’s of feet of road frontage, trails thru the woods Open fields! Reduced to $154,000.

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Nice pretty level large acreage that borders State land! $60,000

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Acres w/a super nice camper trailer. Nice clearing for your home or buy the camper this seller will include for a package price of $60,000.

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Properties & Land 5584 Lake Shore Drive Kayuta Lake, Remsen, NY

(315) 831-5061

H. Edward Benn

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Calvert St.-Rome SOLD 5888 Golden Rd.-Boonville SOLD Newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath bun2 bedrooms and 2 bathroom single family galow. New kitchen and bath tile, newly home, 1,899 sq ft.s. refinished hardwood floors, foyer with cedar lined closet, beautiful woodwork and stairway!

Quiet neighborhood with very little traffic!

300’FRONTAGE - SNOWBIRD LAKE $275,000 A RARE OPPORTUNITY Call for an appointment to tour this most unique property w/ a 2 story period barn & newly renovated 3 BR owners quarters on a 5 acre site w/ 300+ Lakefront, water falls & stream.

MOOSE RIVER FALLS CHALET $284,900 Elegant, Adirondack chalet nestled into a private 3 acre riverfront setting, overlooking the picturesque Lower Moose River Falls. Expansive waterfront. Immaculate, move in condition.6 zone in-floor radiant heat including garage.

BEAVER TRAIL KAYUTA LAKE $269,500 Custom built, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1188 sq. ft. log home, nestled into a private lot w/ 200’waterfront.

Full width porch. Dock. Outbuildings.

BARNHART RD, HINKLEY LAKE AREA $35,000 Your very own A-Frame in the woods! Enjoy this property throughout the seasons with a cozy wood stove for those cold nights! Upstairs loft has sleeping area overlooking the main floor. GREAT LOCATION FOR SNOWMOBILING.

LONE PINE LAKE RD FORESTPORT $69,900 Renovated A frame on wooded 7 acre lot. Sleeps 8.

Beautiful vistas across the Lake. Quick access to C-7 snowmobile trails.

MEEKERVILLE RD FORESTPORT $175,000 Wooded, 2 acre, Riverfront retreat, with over 400’frontage along the sparkling rapids of the Little Woodhull as it flows into the Big Woodhull. 2 bedroom 2 bath home with a 12’ sunroom overlooking the rapids.

211 POST STREET BOONVILLE $140,000 A lovingly maintained village home.The first floor boasts 2 BRs, a full bath, beautiful hardwood floors, kitchen, dining & living rooms with elegant and tasteful decor! . Upstairs offers 4 individually themed bedrooms & bath. Large yard w/ 2 stall garage.

MAC ARTHUR RD HINCKLEY LAKE $280,000 Over 400 feet of frontage on beautiful Hinckley Lake. Spectacular views. This custom home offers an open floor plan, a detached barn for toys and storage, Large kitchen and a living room w/ a fireplace for those cozy Winter nights!

LITTLE BEAVER LK RD, FORESTPORT $11,765 This 5.01 acre lot is within the Southern Adirondack’s beautiful Snowbird Lake 1135 acre gated community. Enjoy hiking, biking, or walking their 8+ miles of roads.

CORNER OF KINCAID RD & MEEKERVILLE RD $110,000 Snowmobile to the main C7 trail located at the end of the driveway! Newer log cabin w/ loft BR tucked into a 7+ acre wooded setting., Direct vent propane heater & wood stove. 225 watt, 12 volt solar system, Electric power at street.

5129 ELMWOOD RD WHITE LAKE

$154,900

Snowmobile & Lake Access. Drive in/drive out storage shed, ex-large garage. 3 beds, 1 bath,hardwoods, gas & pellet heat, Situated on 3 lots, MOVE IN Condition.

10520 PRITCHARD RD, REMSEN, $185,000 This meticulously maintained Cape Cod boasts a bright open floor plan, hardwood floors, custom kitchen, large master bedroom, updated master bath, Florida sunroom w/ wet bar, expansive family/living room area with a gas fireplace!

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Vacation Homes, Year-Round Homes, Log Homes, Cabins, Lake Fronts, New Construction, Large Land Parcels, Spectacular Homes, Majestic Mountain Views and Incredible Scenery.

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Blue Spruce Motel

2898 State Route 28, Old Forge $799,800

Blue Spruce Motel-owner operated, YR, 13 unit motel, living quarters, rooms always being upgraded, well-maintained units, heated swimming pool, easy access to snowmobile trail system, next door to highly-rated restaurant, town water & sewer, automatic generator. MLS# 1600125

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5 Residential Design Trends in Hardwood

Hardwood may be one of the oldest building materials known to man, yet architects, designers and homeowners are always finding fresh ways to use it in the modern home. What’s the appeal?

Flexibility and variety, for starters.

Maple cabinets by Wellborn are stained in a rich grey tone, complemented by a charcoal stained cherry island and contrasting hardwood floor.

“We’re constantly delighted to see how traditional woods like oak and walnut are being employed with renewed flair and imagination,” says Linda Jovanovich, of the American Hardwood Information Center, www.hardwoodinfo.com.

“Subtle tweaks can make something familiar, look innovative. The current trend is to take a classic hardwood application, like paneling or flooring, and give it a stylish, up-to-the-minute twist. Here’s a look at what’s trending.”

Wide-plank flooring Perhaps no recent trend has been more influential than the use of wide-plank hardwood flooring.

Traditional plank widths, ranging from 2 1/4 to 3 1/2 inches, are still popular. But today’s homeowners often ask for widths between 5 and 7 inches, and there is even demand for up to 10 or 12 inches. “Wider floorboards can make a space look larger and more modern,” says Melissa Morgan of M Interiors in San Antonio, Texas, who has used the generously proportioned planks in traditional and contemporary homes.

“With fewer seams, these floors can be treated like a canvas: ebonized oak or walnut for a sleek, dark look; light woods like ash or maple for a chic, urban vibe; weathered-gray tones for a slightly rustic affect - the possibilities are endless.”

Wood ceilings

Gray stains and finishes

It used to be that hardwood planks primarily went on floors or walls, but today they’re appearing on residential ceilings too. “Simple poplar beadboard, painted white or with a light natural stain, looks crisp and airy overhead, adding visual interest while remaining quiet and unassuming,” says Rebecca Ascher, Ascher Davis Architects in New York and Newport, Rhode Island. “For a more assertive affect, I might specify tongueand-groove walnut or hickory, characterful woods that provide a degree of drama. For that reason, they’re best reserved for large, highceilinged rooms that are not easily overwhelmed.

In smaller, lower spaces, a ceiling with too much personality can feel oppressive.”

Gray is a classic “neutral” that never truly goes out of fashion. It’s currently one of the most popular colors, ranging from pale smoke to deep charcoal, showing up in hardwood flooring, paneling and cabinetry. “Whether light or dark, gray stains bring out any wood’s natural grain and texture,” says New York interior designer Laura Bohn. “Grays are versatile and timeless quiet and soothing colors that recede into the background without losing personality or becoming faceless. That’s why they work in any style décor, yet always look modern.”

Mix and match Architects and designers, who once avoided using different varieties of hardwood in a single residential space, now mix and match them with newfound enthusiasm. Clearly contrasting wood tones - blond maple and black walnut, for example - create a striking effect that can work well in both traditional and contemporary settings.

This is particularly true in kitchens, where a favorite configuration features upper cabinetry in a light-color wood such as birch, and lower cabinetry in a dark-color wood like cherry. The result is a space that has strong visual interest, and is light and airy, yet solidly grounded.

Distressed hardwoods Homeowners drawn to the popular look of weather-beaten rustic and elegantly timeworn are turning to distressed hardwoods - new product to which scrapes, nail holes, notches, saw marks and other signs of wear and tear have been carefully applied, often by hand.

Manufacturers are able to reproduce convincing facsimiles of anything from the burnished walnut floorboards of an 18th century salon to the rugged oak-plank siding of a 19th century Pennsylvania barn. It’s a distinctive look that offers a wide range of aesthetics.

Visit www.hardwoodinfo.com for more about residential design trends and other applications and products using American hardwoods. (BPT) February

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