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We’re one month closer to the promise of Spring. In my opinion, it can’t come soon enough. Real estate transactions typically gain momentum at this time of the year and for those thinking of entering what continues to be a competitive market, there are a number of steps you can take now to prepare yourself and your home. Begin researching which agency/ agent you’d like to list your home. Ask for references from friends and family, pay attention to who is actively marketing, check online reviews. The agent you select will help you determine what your house is worth on today’s market and will walk you through the entire selling process. Since you’re still indoors much of the time anyway, start the decluttering & de-personalizing process. Every buyer will be paying attention to how much storage a home offers. Half empty your closets. Get rid of, or pack up, anything you aren’t currently using and organize what’s left. Removing excess items makes even small closets appear bigger. Put personal items, i.e. collections, keepsakes, family photos, away to help potential buyers visualize the space as their own. Arrange the furniture to maximize the use of space and remove oversized pieces that can make a room feel small. Get a new fresh coat of paint on the walls. Clean the curtains or go buy some inexpensive new ones. Replace door handles, cabinet hardware, make sure closet doors are on track, fix leaky faucets and clean the grout. Take steps now to prepare your home to bring in the best offer. We welcome you to begin your search for the right agent and the ideal home here at LifeandHomes and online at LifeandHomes.com.
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Smart Thermostats
& Your Privacy Smart home devices that often analyze your habits and patterns are everywhere. How much of your privacy are you giving up while using smart home devices? One smart home device growing in popularity is a smart thermostat. To be most effective, a smart home device can virtually “feel” and “listen” to what is happening in your home. Asking a few key questions can help you better understand how smart device companies use your information. What data are they collecting and what will they do with it? - Review the company’s terms of service and privacy policy carefully to understand the type of information it is collecting and how it will use it. Watch for how companies use your activity data. Even if a company confirms it does not share or sell your data to third parties, it is possible it may still be using your thermostat data (such as when you are home or not home) for other purposes beyond heating and cooling your house. Does the thermostat require you to integrate with a larger platform, use its smart home platform or have other requirements to use the basic features of the thermostat? Activities like these often give companies easy access to your data. Are they recording what you say? - Some smart thermostats include a microphone so you can use your voice to interact with the thermostat. Do you know how that information is being used or stored? There are smart thermostat options without microphones available. The key with any smart home thermostat product is to do your research to ensure you are buying one that meets your needs without sacrificing your privacy.
Emerson offers one such option with its Sensi smart thermostats. You don’t need to trade your privacy for energy savings and a comfortable home. To learn more about smart thermostats that prioritize your data privacy, visit Sensi.Emerson.com/DataPrivacy. (BPT)
need or furniture that needs assembling could lead to additional charges. Moving day will present enough headaches, and the professionals you hire shouldn’t add to them. For help choosing a moving company, or to find more advice on moving and packing or unpacking visit www.youmoveme.com/us. (NewsuUsa)
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No matter how many times you do it, moving doesn’t really get any easier. Packing up everything you own into tidy boxes is intimidating. Check out the following moving advice inspired by the TLC Home network.
• Use the fastest spin cycle on your washer to
a New Home 1. Pack little-used items far in advance. Don’t wait to start packing. Just don’t. Start packing largely unused items roughly two months away from the moving date. Take care of seasonal decorations, clothes that aren’t being worn, books, DVDs, guest room contents, and anything else that won’t be missed for a little while. Label every box by its room or contents, and put things from a certain room in the same box. There shouldn’t be kitchen utensils in a box with “bathroom” scrawled on it, or unpacking will be a nightmare.
2. Plan menus to use up pantry food. Cans and boxes of dry goods are obnoxious to pack, move and unpack. Chances are, the food in the back of the cupboards isn’t on any favorites list. It may even be going bad soon. So, take some time and create a menu using up as much old stuff as you can. Don’t go overboard, but exercising creative muscles never hurt anybody.
3. Make sure the moving estimate includes everything. A small oversight on the amount of boxes, rooms, size truck you’ll
Clothes dryers are a convenience most of us wouldn’t choose to live without even though that little hog can use more electricity than a newer dishwasher and refrigerator combined. If you’re not ready to forsake convenience for savings, there are still steps you can take to dry clothes using less energy. remove as much water as possible from your clothes. • Dry light and heavy items separately. - Sorting loads by weight means you won’t waste energy on items that require less drying time. • Untangle items before placing them in the dryer and don’t overcrowd. More circulation of air equals less drying time. • Clean the lint filter every time. Did we mention you should do that every time? Not only is lint a serious fire hazard, but buildup on the filter also impedes air circulation leading to longer dry times. • Skip the time cycle and use the auto-dry setting instead. Auto dry sensors turn dryers off automatically, potentially saving you a lot of money each year. • Running back-to-back dryer loads lets you take advantage of retained heat from the previous cycle, cutting down on energy usage.• Do laundry when it’s cheapest. If you’re eligible for time-of-day pricing, free energy weekends or a similar pricing perk from your electricity provider, save your laundry for when rates are lowest. Look for the ENERGY STAR logo and read the black and yellow ENERGY GUIDE labels the next time you’re considering purchasing a new dryer. March
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Town of Palatine $349,900 ES CR
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City of Johnstown $195,000
192 Gidley Road, Esperance Many new updates on this fabulous 4 BDRM, 2 full bath country style home. New beautiful stone finish propane fireplace built in the living room (too new for pictures), large 2.5 car garage and just surveyed to show 2.02 +/acres with a stunning view to enjoy.
102 Prindle Avenue, Johnstown Lovely 4 BDRM center hall Colonial home with 1.5 baths & 1 car garage. New vinyl siding, full attic & basement, beautiful natural wood work throughout. Call Virginia Mackey, NYS Lic. Assoc. Broker to view (518) 221-4340.
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1891 Wagners Hollow Rd, Ft. PlainOne of the few properties with ample acreage, 27+/- acres with a meticulous kept 4 BDRM, 2 full bath farmhouse, barn, some outbuildings, and annual taxes with NO exemptions $4,218. A must see to appreciate!
Town of Palatine $219,000 ES CR
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Eaker Road, Ft. Plain Currently used for a rural airport, but you could build your dream home on it, use as a retreat or keep as an airport if you have your own plane. We have a 50x67 steel bldg., small outbuilding, large covered building used for T-hangers that is approximately 48x234.
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to Johnson Pond in the town of North Hudson, near the High Peaks!. Off grid.
80 Acres in the Adirondack Park
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The housing market has exploded since 2020. According to the National Association of Realtors, 31% of all home purchases since 2020 have been made by first-time home buyers. “Buying your first home is an emotional experience,” said Bonnie Lee, Mercury Insurance Vice President of Property Claims. “And while the first few weeks are filled with the excitement of all the things you can do now that you have your own place, it’s always good to be prepared and protect your new investment if disaster strikes.” Whether you’ve just purchased your first home or purchased a home in a different part of the country, homeownership is a big commitment. As a new homeowner you have to prepare for everything from routine maintenance to possible damage from a storm, fire or vandalism. It can sound overwhelming, but with a bit of planning, developing good homeowner habits will keep your home in top shape for years to come. Renovating is one of the first things homeowners look forward to doing with their new home and one of the most popular renovations lately have been home offices. “Homeowners who are able to work from home are looking to transform part of their living space into a dedicated professional work space,” said Lee. “Converting small rooms or bedrooms into a home office not only maintains the homeowners’ work-life balance, but it may also give their home a financial boost by offering this popular feature should they sell their home in the future.” Homeowners should discuss any intended business activity from their home with their insurance agent as most 18
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homeowners’ policies exclude or limit coverage for business-related activity and business property. Another popular renovation is the conversion of outdoor spaces into areas for hosting gatherings. Shade structures and areas where people can entertain larger groups has become a big trend for 2022. “No matter what type of renovation you’re interested in, it’s important to be prepared before diving head first into any large project,” said Lee. Make sure the renovations you are about to do are realistic and reasonable for both your home and your budget. Determine which renovations can be done by yourself and those where you would need to hire a professional. Review any large home renovations you have in mind such as a bedroom conversion to office remodel or swimming pool installation with your insurance agent as well. If not, there could be gaps in your existing coverage that may not protect your new renovations if an emergency causes extensive damage. Maintenance is key. Proper home maintenance is essential to keep your home from deterioration due to neglect. For example, roof leaks caused by severe weather would be covered by your insurance. However, roof leaks due to lack of maintenance, age or standard wear would not. It’s important to conduct regular inspections of
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New ADK Realty Exclusive! Great Sacandaga Lake! 55 Ft. HRBR Permit $345,000 Town of Northampton - Fully furnished 2-3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath year-round cottage.Oversized addition with kitchen and great room. Cozy living room. Full basement, drilled well Modern septic, 32 x 30 ft detached garage. Lakefront lawns with deep water dock!
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Vacation Rental - Inlet NY - Parquet House
3 night minimum $2,650 9 BEDROOMS - 5 BATHROOMS - AVAILABLE FOR WINTER STAYS!
Expansive house, great for large groups and families. This classic home is centrally located in the charming village of Inlet. The house backs up to the channel that connects 4th and 5th lakes, and is within walking distance to the village. It has an astounding 9 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms! Beautiful accommodations and easy access to all types of outdoor recreation.
Elise LaGrange
Thinking of selling? Considering investing in the rental market? Our agency has over 35 years of combined experience in all aspects of real estate.
We are a team of local experts providing housekeeping, caretaking, and property management. Licensed Real Estate Broker Hands-on, attention to detail, and reliable. Cell - (315) 750-5235Office - (315) 369-5440
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BIRD’S
2730 Route 28, Old Forge, NY 13420
315-369-2136
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Raquette Lake
Woods Point - 2 acres on a wooded lot, 150’ of lake front.
$189,000
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$439,000
484 Acres. Wooded lot with beaver pond, creek, etc. Excellent for snowmobiling hunting etc. Can be subdivided up to 6 parcels/80 ac.lots each parcel.
Old Forge
$195,000
4 acre wooded airport lot with rights to airport & zoned for home & hanger.
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260 Tuttle Road - 1.2 acre wooded lot.
$59,700
Business Opp W/ Living Quarters
Old Forge
$895,000
Marine Dealership - 2730 Rt 28 - Business Opportunity w/ spacious living quarters. Old Forge Marine dealership & garage includes 2 offices, 50’ X 100’ store & garage on 180’ of road frontage on Rt 28.
Thendara
$895,000
Historical Van Aukens Inn. 12,700 square feet with 2 bars, 3 dining rooms, 12 bedrooms all with their own baths, 2 laundry rooms, 3rd story has 4 bedroom owners quarters. Must See!
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Asking $489,000 Turn-Key & Profitable Business Opportunity Inside Scoop • 9005 State Route 365, Floyd NY Immaculate, established ice cream parlor & mini golf course located on just under 4 acres on high visibility Route 365 in Floyd Strategically located on the popular main route to the Adirondacks, 1.5 miles from schools and 800 ft. from Dollar General. Currently run as a seasonal business. New owner could easily make this a profitable year-round business.
Natural gas, city water, low taxes. Fully equipped with everything needed to successfully operate this established, popular community gathering place. Extensive list of amenities included in sale. Call for complete details.
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Gateway to the Adirondacks! We’re a Sportsman’s Paradise!
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Great Sacandaga Lake! | 55 Ft. HRBR Permit | $345,000 Looking for Waterfront on the Great Sacandaga? Check out this Town of Northampton, fully Over 1000 sq.ft of living space, the 30 x 32 garage provides plenty of storage. Front porch furnished 2-3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath year-round cottage with HUGE garage! This property is and back patio to relax and BBQ and lawns to play in the back and across the street is PLENready to go! Easy to move right into. Short walk or drive to Northville! TY of play area on your 55 Ft HHBR permit! The waterfront is suitable for deep water boat docking, the fireplace is ready for your lakefront campfires and picnic fun! Full basement with FHA furnace, drilled well, private septic with leach field. The beautiful new addition can be enjoyed as a great room. A wall of closets offers plenty of storage. The The mechanicals have been updated, Drilled well, modern septic, roof 5yrs old, newer furclassic knotty pine kitchen adds to the charm. There is a full bath w/shower on the main nace. Full basement, 100 Amp Circuit breakers. floor and a half bath up between the two bedrooms. Main floor also has a den or office that This is a ADK Realty exclusive listing. Preapproval letters or Proof of Funds document required to view. is currently set up as a 3rd bedroom!
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