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several years, according to TD Bank’s third annual Mortgage Service Index. The survey of over 1,450 consumers showed 30 percent of Americans consider now to be a very good time to buy a home.

That’s 10 percent higher than measured in 2014. Almost 30 percent of consumers are expected to buy a home this year, higher than 21 percent in 2014 and the number of people buying homes in the U.S. has increased 5 percent within the last two years. (Themreport.com)

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Well-Dressed Decks

When spring arrives will your deck be ready? Consider upgrading your outdoor living space with the trends that every well-dressed deck will be wearing this year.

Traditional wooden railings can block your view, and glass can be hard to clean. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to enjoy the view from your deck?

More homeowners are replacing wooden balusters with Ultra-tec stainless steel cable railings.

Do-it-yourself kits from manufacturers like The Cable Connection make it easy to replace old balusters with stainless steel cable, creating a sleek, upscale and view-friendly look. The cable can be used with wood, metal or sleeved posts with a solid core, and you can retrofit any railing with the cable. Whether your deck is made of wood or composite, cable railing works wherever you would install a traditional railing, including the deck perimeter and stairs.

Visit www.thecableconnection.com to learn more.

Clear sealant for a natural look or subdued rustic hues have long been the colors of choice for decks. This year, expect to see a plethora of fresh colors popping up on decks. While changing the color of a wooden deck from a darker hue to something brighter may be problematic, composite decking manufacturers have branched out into a variety of brighter colors, including whites and light grays. You’ll even see pops of color like greens and blues in designs and inserts set into decking planks.

You can also add color to your deck through plantings. Think outside the planter box - and traditional floral plantings - to mix things up with decorative grasses and leafy foliage that will splash color around your deck throughout the summer.

Today’s decks are a study in mixed media, incorporating traditional materials like wood,

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brick and tile with modern elements such as composite planks, cable railings and even ceramic tile.

The amalgam of materials can yield a multitude of patterns, styles and looks. Pair a traditional wood deck with cable railing and stairs that descend to a patio of pavers set in a herringbone pattern. Use heat-resistant ceramic tile to create a decorative and functional cooking area on a composite deck. Varying the materials used in your deck adds visual depth, interest and excitement to your outdoor living space.

Outdoor lighting isn’t just for the purposes of safety, or to extend the deck’s usability well into the night. Lighting can be a design statement and a powerful decorative element for your deck.

Decorative post caps can add a designer look to railings while also providing ample light for outdoor activities. Inset lights create mood and ensure safe footing on stairs. For a soft, glowing effect, tuck rope lighting beneath upper and lower railings. Don’t forget the beauty of natural light, too; fire pits and chimineas offer up warmth, ambience and gentle light.

With some designer touches, it’s easy to turn your deck from dull to delightful - and ensure your outdoor spaces stay in step with today’s best-dressed decks. (BPT)

Metal Roofs

Growing in Popularity Residential roofing experts report metal roofing is winning converts based on its durability, fire-resistance, energy savings, value and natural good looks. According to the St. Louisbased Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), the residential metal roofing market has grown by double digits in the last five years.

asphalt shingles every 10 to 12 years,” says Brian Cosyns, president of Metal Roof Outlet. “People are becoming more and more educated on metal roofing, and are seeing the longevity of it ... after completing [a metal roofing] job, you’ve made a big difference in appearance, energy savings and the value of the home.”

The MRA reports non-metal roofs last 17 years on average, but metal roofs can last a lifetime. Though higher in initial costs, they can boost homes’ resale value. They can also cut homeowners’ insurance premiums in some states by up to 35 percent.

Among factors underpinning the growth of metal roofs, few are more important than the roofing systems’ fire-resistance, the alliance reports. The product Cosyns’ firm installs, Allmet Stone-Coated Metal Roofing, and another brand, Gerard Stone-Coated Metal Roofing Systems, both tout the benefits of their Class A Fire Ratings.

The extra durability that stone-coated metal roofing systems provide is identified as another factor in their increasing use. These systems don’t rot, warp, crack or break. They are superior to conventional roofing systems in standing up to extreme weather with a 2.5 inch hailstone warranty, Class 4 impact rating, and 120 mile per hour wind warranty.

Metal roofs last two to three times longer than ordinary roofs, meaning they can last 40 to 60 years or longer, according to the MRA. While conventional roofs in darker colors absorb the sun’s rays, metal roofing actually reflects them.

That decreases summertime cooling loads and also insulates against winter’s cold, saving homeowners utility costs.

Metal roofing’s aesthetics are realistic and mimic natural roofing products, experts say. Both Allmet and Gerard stone-coated metal roofing systems offer an array of styles, from natural clay tiles to wood shake, natural slate and asphalt-like shingles.

Cosyns reports homeowner customers like the functional benefits of stone-coated metal roofs, and really enjoy their curb appeal. For more information, visit: www.allmet.com or Gerardusa.com. (BPT)

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Raise Rooms To New Heights With Eye-Catching Ceilings Want to infuse your home with architectural interest? Start at the top.

“The ceiling is the most overlooked design element in a space, hands down,” said Brian Patrick Flynn, whose interiors are regularly featured on HGTV.com and often showcased by his own company, FlynnsideOut Productions.

Consider this: The largest solid surface in a room - besides the floor - is the ceiling. Instead of leaving it bright white or builder beige, convert this blank canvas into a decorative canopy of color and texture.

Flynn and other influential designers are forecasting a ceiling “revival” in 2015. Fresh interpretations of vintage styles - such as gleaming metal tiles and textural wood beams - are helping inspire that trend, along with new, easy-to-install products that put these ceiling projects well within the reach of today’s DIY-ers.

Here are some hot ceiling trends to take your rooms to new heights: Layer on the luster. Stamped metal ceilings have contributed shine and sophistication to American homes since they were introduced in the 1880s. Besides beauty, metal ceilings offer practicality. They resist mold and mildew, offer sag resistance and last longer than plaster or drywall. Metallaire metal ceiling tiles from Armstrong are available in 12 patterns, and a variety of finishes, including chrome, copper, brass, white and lacquered steel. The lacquered steel panels also can be painted to accent or blend with the rest of the room. Regardless of the finish, the texture of the tiles creates a tactile top layer to the space.

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“This adds a ton of visual interest to the room, and can make it feel much larger,” he said.

Create character with wood. From rustic timber to sleek teak, wood hues help set the tone in a room. Besides imparting a sense of warmth, the grains and knots in wood panels add a textural layer that contrasts nicely with smooth surfaces like painted walls and granite countertops.

Add architectural depth. The cost and complexity of building coffered ceilings have been reduced by lightweight materials and easy-to-install prefabricated systems that boast features like mold, mildew and sag resistance.

Flynn recommends homeowners start thinking about their ceiling by exploring websites for ideas.

A good place to start is www.armstrong.com/ residential-ceilings, which offers hundreds of examples, including some interesting beforeand-after photos. (BPT)

Spring Energy Saving Tips Dry clothes faster. Clear lint from your clothesdryer exhaust hose. Have a flexible hose? Replace it with smooth metal ducting to improve air flow, dry clothes faster, and reduce drying energy use.

Don’t make your fridge work so hard. Clean dust from under your refrigerator, the front vent at the base, and any exposed coils at the back. Another tip: Make sure products aren’t blocking the fan vents inside the fridge and freezer.

Clear the air. Dust bathroom ceiling fan covers and fan blades. Clean dust and grease from the kitchen stove hood and exhaust fan.

Plug your home electronics into an advanced power strip. While you’re dusting your TV, computer, gaming equipment, and other home electronics, take a look at how they’re plugged in. You can stop overpaying to power these big energy users (many draw electricity even

when off) by plugging them into an advanced power strip, which automatically cuts electricity to any idle equipment you choose.

Use your bath fan. Do you have mildew on bathroom ceilings? This is a sign of insufficient ventilation. If you have a bath fan, use it. If you need a fan, look for an ENERGY STAR® qualified model. These fans are very quiet and use little electricity. Be sure to vent bath fans to the outdoors, or you’ll risk moving your mildew problem to another part of the house or attic.

Step outside. Take a look at any accessible exterior vents, such as for the clothes dryer, centralheating system, water heater, kitchen-fan exhaust, or bath-fan exhaust. Clear them of any blockage or buildup of dust, webs, leaves, and lint.

Keep bulbs and fixtures clean. Dirt will absorb the light and reduce the efficiency.

Find a contractor.

Before the busy construction season starts, now is a great time to talk to a contractor trained to help you find and fix causes of high energy bills, drafts, and more. A qualified contractor can do a whole-house assessment and make recommendations about money-saving improvements within your budget. (efficiencyvermont.com)

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Maintenance Checklist * Vacuum heating duct covers, returns and supply: make this a monthly must do to remove dust. * Replace furnace filter. * Clean dryer vent. * Check the bathtub and shower caulking – double check the glass door frames for leaks, too. * Inspect your home for any signs of water intrusion or roof leaks. * Check all faucets for dripping or leaky pipes.

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Glens Falls

$349,900

Beautiful restoredVictorian Mansion w/ 5 elegant apartments located in historic downtown Glens Falls. Great investor property with a very good cash flow. Building has efficient steam heat & a newer furnace. Excellent amenities are included for the tenants (Wi-Fi, Laundry Room, and plenty of parking) to help insure against turnover.

Troy

$279,900

Unit 9: 1st fl/side 1BR 1 BA $575. 2000 Sq FT Garage/Carriage House $300.00 (discounted for services for owner).

Tax estimates based new, lower assessment(Troy reassessment) Unit 3 needs work.Est. for repairs 13-18K(price based on work to be completed). Many updates over the past few years including a new roof and windows.

Niskayuna

$266,900

Well maintained Side Hall Colonial in Avon Crest, in the So. Colonie school district. New gas fireplace insert last year. All baths updated within the past 3 years. Above ground pool with heater. Recently installed sliding glass doors to two tier deck. Ceramic tile floors in kitchen and baths. Professionally landscaped. New driveway last year.

Schodack

$247,000

Move right in to this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home nestled on 1.26 acres in East Greenbush Schools, beautiful kitchen with space for entertaining your guests. in ground heated swimming pool, outside deck for many relaxing evenings under the stars, wood burning fire place for those cool nights, full basement with 9 ft ceilings.

North Greenbush

$219,000

You Have NothingTo Do But Move Right InToThis Beautifully Updated 2 story, 3 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath Home In Desirable North Greenbush, Conveniently Located And CloseTo Everything. EnjoyThoseWarm Nights Relaxing On The Back Deck , Many UpdatesTo Be Enjoyed, New Upstairs Bath, New 500 s/fPaver PatioWith Fire Pit.

Other Listings Schenectady • 409 Plymouth Ave • $97,499 • MLS#201413889 Castleton • Rt 9• $70,000 • MLS#201422248 Albany • 4 Moore St • $63,000 • MLS#201502057 Waterford • 48 1st St • $195,000 • MLS#201503554

Rotterdam

$145,000

Large Home on 1.47 cleared Acres. Original woodwork, stained glass windows & hardwood floors give this home a lot of charm. It like a park in your backyard, which includes an above ground pool, horseshoe pit, fireplace and swing set and deck. Possible Short Sale…Process started with the bank.

Troy

$120,000

Move right in to this cozy 2 story, 3-4 bedroom, 1 bath home in Lansingburgh Schools, walking distance to school and public pool, hard wood floors, spacious front porch, back deck for entertaining family and friends, beautiful perennial beds in front and back. storage sheds, fenced yard, new carpet and fresh paint.

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Rensselaer

$119,900

Move Right In To This Spacious 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath 2 Story Home in North Troy, Located In Lansingburgh Schools, Enjoy Many Nights On Your Beautiful Back Deck With Family and Friends or Just Enjoying The Stars, Room For Off Street Parking In Back, Fenced In Yard, New Siding/2007, New Roof/2009.

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Norway • $84,900

This lot has over 50 acres of possibilities. There is a 30’ x 60’pole barn with an 8’ x 60’ overhang on this lot. This lot is guaranteed buildable and Owner Financing is Available! These lots all contain a mixture of hard and soft woods. Terrain is gently rolling. Overall, great habitat for deer, bear, turkey.

Norway • $15,500

Special, limited time pricing is available on this 13.81 acre lot. This property is very close to state land and is guaranteed buildable. Owner financing is also available with 1/3 down! These lots all contain a mixture of hard and soft woods. Terrain is gently rolling.

West Turin • $39,900

12 x 24 Cabin on thirteen acres. There is a small creek that runs through the back part of the property.

Cabin is towards the back of the property with a loft overlooking the creek. Property also has a 12 x 8 shed for storage. Driveway ends on the snowmobile trail in the winter months.

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$109,900

Gorgeous new Kitchen with Kraftmaid Cabinets, Hardwood floors through out original woodwork and french doors make this a charming and inviting home.

A full basement and full walk up attic for an abundance of storage space. The attic has potential to easily add living space to the home.

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Gateway Properties Historic landmark restaurant comes complete with all appliances, cookware, dishes and more. Three hundred + seating. restaurant located on the way to North Lake, South Lake, close to Kayuta Lake, snowmobile trail system, Old Forge, Perfect location for year round revenue. Seller is highly motivated and financing is available.

Contact Nick 315-525-1080

Albany

Camden • $45,000

7 acres on Drought Road in the town of Camden.

It is a maintained dirt road that is very quiet. It is fully wooded and there are stone walls around part of the boundaries. The cabin is only a year old and is completely self-sustaining. There is a well and septic and the inside is finished.

Remsen • $21,500

9 plus acres close to snowmobile trails, the Nature Conservancy, and minutes from Hinckley Lake.

Great for hunting or a getaway camp. Privacy and serenity abound, perc tested, well and a septic can be installed. Owner financing available.

Remsen • $21,500

This property is close to snowmobile trails, the Nature Conservancy, and minutes from Hinckley Lake. Great for hunting or a getaway camp. Privacy and serenity abound on this piece. This property has been perc tested, so a well and a septic can be installed. Owner financing is available.

Watson • $45,000

Cabin in the woods, tucked away deep in the pines.

You can hear the Independence River from the porch. A 16x24 cabin sits on 11 acres with a loft and is completed inside. Very close to Otter Creek horse trail as well as the snowmobile trails! This cabin is really nice inside and out.

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Herkimer Office Building • $225,000

14,364+/- sf on 1.6 acres, 3 Floors w elevator.

Large lot with room for expansion. Currently 100% of units leased. Parking for 30+ cars. Over 12% Cap Rate. Broker Owned. Serious Inquiries.

Contact Nick 315-525-1080

West Leyden • $39,800

Just over 10 acres of well-drained soil, on the snowmobile trail, with power available at the road. The maintained road becomes a dead end just past the property in the winter. This property is in the Tug Hill Snowmobile region, just off of Osceola Road, close to ponds, brooks and State Land. Property is mostly wooded.

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Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

Loudonville Office 433 Loudon Rd, Loudonville, NY 12211 Call: 518.427.9000 Web: ColdwellBankerPrime.com The Capital Region’s Foremost Real Estate Authority.

Andrea Burr 640-4407

Schenectady

$64,400 Troy

610 Lansing St. 1st time home owners… homeownership has never been more accessible!

Charming, cozy & loaded with updates. Now’s the time to invest in your future. Updated throughout, new kitchen, bath, windows and roof. So much for so little! Christopher Culihan 640-4419

$115,900 Albany

$159,000 Albany

$159,900 Troy

$173,900

40 117th St. Move right in to this charming 3 bedroom 1 ½ bath home. 3 zone heat, updated electric, private fenced double lot.

Chock full of upgrades.

Dodie Esposito 640-4452

51 Ten Broeck Street Historic home in the Ten Broeck Triangle, complete w/natural brick exterior, 2 original intact fireplace mantles, hardwood floors, views of the Hudson River off the huge 24x14 ft deck. 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths. Greg Tobin 640-4455

11 Oakwood St. Charming 3 bed, 1 ½ bath colonial just off New Scotland Ave., between St. Peters Hospital & Albany Medical Center.

Convenient walk to places of worship. Natural woodwork & hardwoods throughout, beautiful gardens. Denise Arnold 640-4401

8 Fremont La. Well cared for, single owner home, nestled on a quiet side street. Newer kitchen, fenced yard, screened porch, deck, freshly painted, just move right in!

Dodie Esposito 640-4452

Christopher Culihan 640-4419

Rosemarie Durant 640-4427

Niskayuna

$179,900 Colonie

$204,500 Troy

$209,900 Latham

$219,900 Latham

$219,900

Albany

$225,000 Schaghticoke

$262,000 Loudonville

$317,900 Albany

$339,000 Niskayuna

$339,900

17 Troy Place Charming spacious Cape Cod 4 bedroom home in the award winning Niskayuna School District awaits the lucky home owner.

Large scale family room, private yard perfect for entertaining year round.Walk to all the stores along Union St. Rosemarie Durant 640-4427

4 St. Thomas La. Upgraded split in a great neighborhood with Colonie schools. Recently replaced kitchen cabinets, tiled backsplash, granite counters, tiled floor, hardwood floors, new roof, bedroom windows, and so much more.

May Anne Hess 640-4415

16 Michigan Ave. Lovely 4 bedroom 1 ½ bath colonial just minutes from RPI and Samaritan Hospital. Large fenced yard, double lot, upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances and Calif. Closeted pantry, working wood fireplace. Elizabeth C. O’Haire 640-4436

30 East Glenwood Dr. 3 bedroom ranch in North Colonie schools! Great Adirondack style bonus room, 1,200 ft. of living space, fenced yard, Minutes from the hub of all the Capital Region has to offer.

Charles Tom Nightingale 640-4420

20 Meadowbrook Rd. Light and bright set the tone for this 3 bed, 1 ½ bath raised ranch.

New vinyl windows, corian counters, tumbled marble kitchen backsplash, freshly painted throughout, very private corner lot, North Colonie Schools. Mary Anne Hess 640-4415

Betsy C. O’Haire 640-4436

181 Lancaster St. Urban sophistication at its finest. Impressive townhome has been updated and improved from top to bottom. New boiler, resurfaced roof, appliances and granite counters.

Skylight, office nook and the perfect layout for entertaining too! Andrea Burr 640-4407

315 Ridge Rd. Well maintained, 4 bed, 2 ½ bath home in perfect country setting. Nestled on 15 private acres, this is country living at its finest. 1st floor office, separate tool shed, & loads of options. Motivated sellers looking for reasonable offers! Heather Bayly 640-4417

558 Albany Shaker Road Charming Farmhouse, totally renovated, 4 bedroom, 2 ½ baths, tons of charm. Fabulous hardwood floors, Jacuzzi tub in master, above ground pool and huge deck in yard. Walking distance to The Crossings. Michael Palage 640-4402

188 North Pearl Street Unique development opportunity amidst the downtownTheater Arts District. Zoned C# this vacant land is perfect mixed use locale for commercial and residential. 17,459 sq. ft., 145 feet of North Pearl Street frontage.

Greg Tobin 640-4455

1162 Godfrey La. Come inside & relax by the gas fp in the living rm. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, spacious 5 bedroom-2 full, 2 half baths. Freshly painted-updated bathrooms-granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. Jean Mosher 640-4421

Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

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Jean Mosher 640-4421

Maribeth Duclos 640-4412

Denise Arnold 640-4401

Karyn Long 640-4460

Eileen Heim 640-4440

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Loudonville Office presents:

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A complimentary home buyers seminar.

Tuesday March 31st 5:30-7:30 pm SEFCU Conference Center 700 Patroon Creek Blvd. Suite 301 Albany, 12206 Seating is limited! Preregister by calling Maribeth @ 518-312-2764

Troy

$349,000 Johnsburg

2 Kestner Lane This property has all the “I wants!”Hardwood floors, 9ft ceilings, stainless appliances, 2nd floor laundry, finished legal basement with full bath and so much more. 4 bedrooms 3 ½ baths, only 3 yrs. young!

Andrea Burr 640-4407

$349,900 Pittstown

40 Birch Mountain Rd. Ready for your own Adirondack retreat? Gorgeous contemporary home in desirable Garnet Hills locale in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains.Year round access, private beach on the 13th lake, 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths. Maribeth Duclos 640-4412

$374,900 Loudonville

44 Windy Ridge Way Horse Farm on 23 magnificent acres, w/ 11 stall stable w/ tack room, 30 x 60 equipment barn, tennis court & amazing views from the top of Windy Ridge Way. 4 bed, 2 bath raised ranch w/ potential & possibilities. Heather Bayly 640-4417

$379,000 Latham

45 Cheshire Way Carriage home in popular East Hills, offers bright open floor plan, high ceilings, hardwood floors, fabulous screened porch, private lot. Fresh and ready to go!

Fabulous value!

Andrea Burr 640-4407

Bill Kellert

$399,900

640-4442

9 Shereen La. Great open floor plan, stunning kitchen, granite counters, limestone and hardwood floors, 1st or 2nd floor master suites, fabulous landscaping, in ground heated pool, North Colonie Schools.

Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

Greg Tobin 640-4455

Loudonville

$410,000 Loudonville

6 Guilder Ct. Just reduced, move right in to this stunning custom built home on a private cul-de-sac, in the exclusive East Hills community.

Sumptuous 1st floor master suite, glorious year round sun room, stunning perennial gardens, large rooms. Maribeth Duclos 640-4412

$419,900 Loudonville

11 Fairview Road Gorgeous Crisafulli built center hall colonial in great Old Loudonville neighborhood. Gleaming hardwood floors, open family room/kitchen, 4-5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3 car garage. Great yard w/ deck, finished basement. Mary Anne Hess 640-4415

$430,000 Loudonville

7 Schuyler Hills Road The best value in Loudonville! Gorgeous brick home boasts hardwood floors, 3 new bathrooms, new lighting, A/C, roof, and so much more! Ideal in-law set up. This is a must see!! The owners want it sold! Eileen Heim 640-4440

$525,000 Menands

361 Loudon Road Surround yourself with nature in this one of a kind contemporary home. Two story great room, open floor plan, new kitchen, updated mechanicals,3 beds, 2 ½ baths, Loudonville Elem. School.

Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

$549,000

8 Park Drive 3,600 ft. of space, including 5 bedrooms, media room, finished basement with kitchen, gleaming hardwood floors, patio w/gas grill, huge private yard, North Colonie schools, available immediately.

Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

Dodie Esposito 640-4452

Troy

$549,900 Loudonville

10 Westover Rd., The Warren House… a unique opportunity to own one of historicTroy’s most renowned estate homes. Known for its unique architecture, it has withstood the test of time.Warm gracious, with a stunning layout, 6 bedrooms, 4 baths. Maribeth Duclos 640-4412

Nick Testo 640-4404

$579,000 Loudonville

8 Proctor Court Family home on quiet cul de sac on 1.6 private acres. Gleaming hardwood floors through unusual floor plan w/ private family living. Stunning 2 story den w/ bar & spiral staircase to 2nd floor, 7 fireplaces, screened porch & decks. Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

Brian Marsh 640-4453

$775,000 Menands

33 Burton La. Available for sale or lease! Step inside this elegant custom built home. 3900 sq. ft. of hardwood floors, beautiful moldings, charm and style throughout. Stunning open floor plan, charming sun room, front and rear porches.

Jeanne Fitzgerald 640-4422

Heather Bayly 640-4417

Justin Luzinas

$999,900 Loudonville

1 Sage Estate Capital Region’s most exclusive gated enclave community. 4000+ ft home on 1+ acres, 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, 3 fireplaces, amazing moldings throughout, granite, cook’s kitchen, all in a stunning park like setting.

Dodie Esposito 640-4452

640-4405

Matt Rucinski 640-4430

$1,200,000

301 Loudon Road Stunning English Regency home on the 2nd green of Wolfert’s Roost Country Club in the heart of old Loudonville.

Situated on over 1 acre of meticulously manicured gardens, this one of a kind home is a classic of taste. Christine Richardson 640-4462

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Charles Tom Nightingale 640-4420

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Albany

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$109,900

27 Tremont St

Greenport

$120,000

227 Joslen Blvd

3 Bedrooms / 1.0 Baths QSN #354374

3 Bedrooms / 2.0 Baths

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Albany

$699,000

26 Tanner Circle

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Kinderhook

$229,540

177 Cortland Dr

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4 Bedrooms / 3.0 Baths

QSN #354316

QSN #354319

Miranda Real Estate Group Inc. Ernest Small

Prudential Manor Homes Karen Sheffer

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

518-281-5151

518-758-0911

esmall6752@gmail.com

Charlton

$185,000

758 Swaggertown Rd

Loudonville 5 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths QSN #360644

Realty USA Rachel Derikart

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Jeanne Fitzgerald

Lic R.E. Salesperson

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

518-542-6070

518-423-8145

rderikart@realtyusa.com

Colonie

jfitzgerald@cbpp.com

$1,200,000

301 Loudon Rd

Loudonville

$579,000

8 Proctor Ct

5 Bedrooms / 4.5 Baths

5 Bedrooms / 5.0 Baths

QSN #354381

QSN #360645

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Jeanne Fitzgerald

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Jeanne Fitzgerald

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

518-423-8145

518-423-8145

jfitzgerald@cbpp.com

Glens Falls

jfitzgerald@cbpp.com

$349,900

176 Ridge St QSN #359005

CMN Real Estate Brent Tague

Realtor

518-456-7140

518-427-9000

Serving the Capital District since 1993

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QSN #360643

Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Dodie Esposito

Licensed Real Estate Broker

V.S.I. LLC Visual Structural Inspections NYS License Home Inspector Lic# 16000005522 • NYS Certified Pest Inspector #T5685318 NYS Certified Home Inspector Instructor • Instructor & Owner of Clifton Park Home Inspection Training Center (Affiliated with Askus) • NYS Certified Code Officer

$999,900

4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths

Brent@cmnre.com

158 Woodin Rd, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518)371-7944 • Fax: (518)348-0878 NYS License# 16000005522

Menands

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33 Burton Ln

2 Bedrooms / 1.5 Baths QSN #354310

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Troy

$980,000

116 Cohasset Point Rd

$119,900

541 9th Ave

6 Bedrooms / 3.0 Baths

3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths

QSN #357339

QSN #354373

Rivet Realty MaryAnn Lum Nelson

CMN Real Estate Brent Tague

Associate Broker

Licensed Real Estate Broker

315-369-6573

518-456-7140

RivetRE@gmail.com

Brent@cmnre.com

Old Forge

$924,500 177 South Shore Acres Rd

Valatie

6 Bedrooms / 3.0 Baths

3 Bedrooms / 1.0 Baths

QSN #357338

QSN #354318

$114,900

3632 Mechanic St

Rivet Realty MaryAnn Lum Nelson Associate Broker

Prudential Manor Homes Karen Sheffer Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

315-369-6573

Schenectady

518-758-0911

RivetRE@gmail.com

ksheffer@prudentialmanor.com

$97,499

$499,900

409 Plymouth Ave

12133 NYS Rt 28

3 Bedrooms / 1.0 Baths

2 Bedrooms / 2.0 Baths

QSN #354376

QSN #359006

CMN Real Estate Brent Tague

Adirondack Hearthside Realty, LLC Elise LaGrange

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Realtor

518-456-7140

315-369-5440

Brent@cmnre.com

adkrentals@yahoo.com

Robert Lawless, Broker

Lawless Real Estate

(315) 724-7474

Megan Marolf, Lic. R.E. Agent 315-831-3654

LawlessRealEstate.com

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8601 Woods Rd, Kayuta Lake $525,000 Enjoy lake living at its best in this wonderfully maintained home with level lakefront lot with very large peninsula that is used soley by property owners. This home is move-in ready and is coming completely furnished inside and out!

12016 State Route 365, Remsen $239,500 Waterfront property on Hinckley Lake.

Property boasts 3 bedrooms + office w/ 2 full baths, wood-burning fireplace, laundry room, lg open kitchen w/ custom cabinetry, detached 2 stall garage w/ black-top driveway on 3.74 acres & a gorgeous waterfront lot!

1125 O’Brien Rd, Forestport $106,000

Great starter home with three bedrooms, one bath, large master on first floor, open floor plan, light and bright, detached 4 car garage with drive-out back door, large corner lot and affordable taxes with Kayuta Lake Views.

Waterfront & Acreage, Forestport $225,000 Now available are 35.98 acres and over 2500’ on the Black River feeding into Kayuta Lake!

Prime waterfront land and one of the largest parcels still available. Property lies just past Kayuta Lake Campground.

352 Hollywood Rd, Old Forge $289,900

1012 Sand Lane, Forestport

$99,900

12122 Nys Rt. 365, Remsen $164,900

Great little piece of property w/ waterfront at the end of the channel overlooking the lake.

Camp has two bedrooms, one bathroom, open floor plan, and tasteful Adirondack features throughout. The deck overlooking the water is the perfect place for entertaining.

Two bedroom, one bath home with one level, open floor plan Nice kitchen island facing the living room and a cute back patio via the sliding glass doors. Attached two stall garage and paved driveway with Kayuta Lake nearby.

Custom log home on over three acres, walking distance to Hinckley Lake. Hardwood floors and Adirondack features make this home a must-see. Detached single stall garage, huge/dry basement, large second story loft, and a convenient location.

8082 Goldie Roberts Rd, Remsen $124,900 Log cabin on almost 18 acres off of private road. Property sits on the banks of Black River, just above Crandall Falls. Off-grid living for the adventurer in all of us. Perfect hunting camp. Large 22x28 garage to store winter toys!

11186 Countryman Rd, Remsen $124,900 Large 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom neatly kept double-wide on nearly three acres and deeded lake rights to a shared beach on Kayuta Lake where you can have your own dock. Large detached two-stall heated garage and loft for storage.

9097 Main Street, Stittville $139,900 Investment opportunity awaits! Nine unit mobile home park available for purchase on 2.5 acres of land. Convenient location with village sewer and water. Property is looking for a new owner to bring it to its full potential.

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12133 NYS Rt 28, Woodgate

Commercial Section $499,900

Fully furnished log home with Master Suite, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths PLUS 2 Successful businesses on premises.

Situated on 26 Acres of woodlands!

Adirondack Hearthside Realty, LLC

Elise LaGrange, Lic. R.E. Salesperson 315-369-5440 • adkrentals@yahoo.com

48 1st St $195,000

629 3rd Ave $279,900

Great investment opportunity. Rents are low...have not been raised in years.

All separate utilities. 4 new boilers. Two new hot water tanks.

9 Unit: Many updates over the past few years including a new roof and windows (2010) Hardwired smoke detectors, sprinkler system, updated kitchens and baths in some units.

2000 S/F Garage/Carriage House

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1510 Central Ave #380 Albany NY 12205

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Robert B. Dellecese & Joann Longo Realty Utica

Licensed RE Brokers & Appraisers

315-733-5394

New Location 3 Hopper St, Utica, NY

$800,000

Great income producer, property in scenic and historic corridor, 3 bldgs encompass this property. Main bldg houses Beauty Salon & 3 apts, 1 family in rear offers 3 brs & bath, 2 family offers 2 two bedrooms parking for approx 20 cars,all units rent are $1250 fully furnished, 1 apt is family occupied. MLS# 1401507

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19 South Main Street, Dolgeville $599,000 Turn key opportunity being offered for SALE OR LEASE. This 6000 sq. ft. profitable restaurant and sports bar also includes 4 hotel rooms and 2 apartments. EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESS!

2114 State Route 29, Salisbury $399,000 Well established convenience store with gas station. Property has 1.3 acres of open lot for any expansion or showcase of merchandise. Building has been fully remodeled and provides many services that are additional income.

5 River Street, Nelliston $110,000 3800 s/f commercial building w/ 4+ income unit potential. 1st floor commercial space w/ 1500 s/f & parking. Window frontage exposure for business.

Separate road entrance to large garage in rear w/ 700 s/f available. Possible AUTO SHOP/GARAGE.

67 Flint Avenue, Little Falls $205,000 This commercial building offers 3 levels of income potential; including a main level established space with a restaurant and ice cream parlor, 2 upstairs apartments that are presently occupied and a loft apartment that is ready to be finished your way.

1066 Dairy Hill Rd, Salisbury $59,900 This 5 acre wooded property is ready to be finished your way. The exterior of building is finished w/ metal roof & siding. Interior is framed w/ potential to be a 2 bedroom cabin nestled in woods. Property is on maintained road.

128 Forest Avenue, Caroga Lake $59,000 Property offers 3 parcels situated on large corner lot. Potential to build additional camp. The existing cozy camp has 2 bedrooms, living room with fireplace and beautiful restored pot belly stove, kitchen, & deck. Lake access to West Caroga Lake.

6 Timmerman St, Dolgeville $105,000 This immaculate cozy ranch 2 bedroom home has all the bells and whistles with its open floor plan for the living room and kitchen. The hand carved beams on the ceiling,new intricate designed hardwood floors throughout.

Anderson Rd, Sprakers (Land) $29,900 Two nice 5 acre building sites available. Quiet rural location on the south side of NYS Thruway & State Rt.5S in the town of Sprakers. Approx. 5-6 miles from thruway entrance at Canajoharie or Fonda. Ideal spot for someone working in the Capital Region.

349-351 West Main Street, Little Falls $49,000 Great Investment Property! This two family home features updated vinyl siding, vinyl windows, and flooring. Both units include refrigerator, stove, and separate utilities. An opportunity for you to live on one side and rent the other.

247 Irondale Rd., Salisbury Center $109,000 Outdoor lovers, snowmobilers, come & get it, main trail passes right through property. What a beautiful spot this comfortable bungalow shares with a 40x30 pole barn, single stall garage & storage shed. All sitting on 7.5 acres w/ 750ft of road frontage.

127 State Route 29 A, Salisbury Center $59,900 CAN YOU BELIEVE THIS ??? Store, cafĂŠ, fully equipped needs a little freshening up and you can be up and running. Store has been at this location for over 60yrs. Closed 5/31/2013. Great location for its current set up all the locals miss it.

Schulenberg Rd., Oppenheim $59,900 NOW $59,900 THIS IS A HUGE PRICE DROP!! less than $1000 per acre YOU can own it. Over 60 acres!!! did you say over 60 acres? Yep I did. Deer hunters, snowmobilers, outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, here is a great opportunity!

5854 Highway 29A, Stratford $190,000 Custom built country home located on 2.5 acres.

Spacious knotty pine with cathedral ceilings throughout.Open concept large kitchen, dining area and living room.Cozy 3 bedrooms and first floor bathroom and laundry. Large yard, pool.

Jacksonburg Road, Little Falls $34,900 2.93 Acre 3 parcels with w 2 drilled wells, 4 septic systems and electric on site. Currently set up as lot rental for four mobile homes set up here. Homes privately owned & not part of sale. Current income of $210.00 per lot w/ month - month lease in place.

1051 St Rte 29A, Salisbury $109,900 Living is easy in this well-maintained, 3 Bedroom ranch on one acre. Oversize garage. 1 convenient level for retirees, A potential playroom in the basement allows a neat main level for those with a family! Country living and recreation.

148 McClure Rd., Salisbury $89,000 Well built starter home on 2+ tranquil acres. Great location close to snowmobile trails and Adirondack lakes. Efficient heating w/integrated water heater supplemented by cozy woodstove. Includes lot across the road w/ garage and storage sheds.

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