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Make ‘Em Love It - Not Leave It He wants a Colonial. She’d prefer a Ranch. Every potential home buyer has their own list of must-haves and preferences when house hunting but, according to thebalance.com, the majority say they’re likely to walk right out the door of a house they’re considering if they notice one or more of these top ten offenders. Can you guess what they are?

Topping the list...wait for it...household odors, namely cigarette smoke, pet odors and mildew. If one or more of these odors is present in your for-sale home, do yourself a favor. Skip the scented candles, (no one wants to walk through a house that smells like French Vanilla fido), and spend your time and money cleaning and eradicating the odor.

Speaking of fido, pets should be removed from the home or securely crated when potential buyers come calling. Apparently dogs waiting at the door or in the driveway don’t give everyone warm fuzzies.

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Poorly lit rooms, busy wall paper, gutters with foliage growing in them, dampness or damp smells in the basement and bugs of any kind all made the list, as did lack of curb appeal. I’ve heard of people who refused to get out of the car when they arrive for a scheduled walk through and find a house with an exterior that looks run down, unsafe or unkempt. A little paint, lawn care, decluttering, a well lit entry don’t cost much and can go a long way in making a good first impression.

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You probably aren’t surprised that dirty bathrooms made the top offenders list. For pete’s sake, and for the sake of everyone coming to see your house, clean it from top to bottom until it shines.

Rounding out the list of what buyers don’t want to see when looking at a house...You. Yes, you, the owner. Turns out they don’t want to deal with the awkwardness of an owner sitting on the couch or following them from room to room.

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Schoharie Colonial Heritage Association presents Antiques In Schoharie, March 17 from 10-5 and March 18, 11- 4 at Schoharie Central School, 136 Academy Drive, Schoharie.

Admission is $7 per person and food will be available for purchase. The event is a fund raiser for the Schoharie Railroad Museum, 1742 Palatine House, Children’s Theatre Program, Depot Lane Singers and other on-going activities.

For further information, call: Ruth Anne Wilkinson @ 518-231-7241 or SCHA office @ 518-295-7505.

For Your Protection: Get a Home Inspection

A home inspection gives the buyer more detailed information about the overall condition of the home prior to purchase.

In a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an in-depth, unbiased look at your potential new home to: Evaluate the physical condition: structure, construction, and mechanical systems; Identify items that need to be repaired or replaced; and Estimate the remaining useful life of the major systems, equipment, structure, and finishes.

You must ask for a home inspection A home inspection will only occur if you arrange for one.

Decide early. You may be able to make your contract contingent on the results of the inspection.

An appraisal is different from a home inspection and does not replace a home inspection.

Appraisals estimate the value of the property for lenders. An appraisal is required to ensure the property is marketable. Home inspections evaluate the condition of the home for buyers.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Surgeon General of the United States have recommended that all houses should be tested for radon. For more information on radon testing, call the toll-free National Radon Information Line at 1-800-SOS-Radon or 1-800-767-7236.

It is your responsibility to be an informed buyer.

You have the right to carefully examine your potential new home with a qualified home

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inspector. To find a qualified home inspector ask for references from friends, realtors, local licensing authorities and organizations that qualify and test home inspectors. (HUD)

Beware of Home Improvement Fraud Your home is an investment in living as well as in savings. If properly maintained and improved, it will pay a high yield in comfort and usefulness for your family and in avoidance of costly repair bills.

Home improvements also tend to raise neighborhood standards and, as a result, property values.

If you are handy with tools and have the experience, you can save money by doing many jobs yourself. But unless you are skilled in plumbing, installing heat systems, and cutting through walls, you should rely on professionals for such work.

If you plan to use the services of a dealer or contractor, take care to choose one with a reputation for honesty and good workmanship.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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. (HUD)

The Beauty of Barn Doors Barn doors moved out of the farmyard and into the house a long time ago.

Recently, however, they have become an even more popular and useful feature in residential design. It’s not hard to see why.

“Many homeowners hear the term ‘barn door’ and think of reclaimed, rustic wood, which may not be a look they’re interested in,” says Linda Jovanovich of the American Hardwood Information Center. “But contemporary barn doors offer many more aesthetic choices than their traditional image suggests. We’ve noticed a trend toward the use of solid, fine-milled hardwoods like walnut and cherry for sliding doors, which not only gives them satisfying heft but is also a great way to bring the warmth and character of natural wood into an interior.”

Along with their decorative qualities, barn doors often provide a functional alternative to conventional swing doors. “A traditional door can use up to nine square feet of space,” notes New York–based designer Glenn Gissler. “A barn door only takes up a sliver of floor, making it a terrific solution in tight situations such as hallways and narrow rooms. You just need enough adjacent wall footage to slide the door over.”

Barn doors offer economic advantages, too.

While pocket doors have similar space-saving benefits, installing them requires wall reconstruction - a messy and expensive business.

Because barn doors run on hardware installed outside the frame, they need no such preparatory construction, saving time and money. And the tracks themselves are part of the doors’ decorative appeal. “There’s a terrific selection of barn-door hardware available,” Bohn says. “Use sleek, high-tech tracks in brushed aluminum or satinfinish stainless steel for a modern urban vibe. For a more rustic or industrial statement, think blackened iron or raw steel, both of which look powerfully graphic against natural or painted wood.”

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

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When It’s Time To Replace Your

Water Heater

Water heaters typically last about 10 years. If your water heater is older than that, you could avoid a potentially costly and complicated emergency replacement by taking action now.

In many places, utilities offer rebates on ENERGY STAR certified water heaters, up to as much as $600. With or without a rebate, choosing a model that’s earned the government’s ENERGY STAR label can pay you back in energy bill savings.

Water heaters are the second highest energy user in the home, costing a household of four up to $620 every year to run. Replacing your old, electric water heater with a heat pump water heater could put a significant dent in your energy costs. In fact, a family of four can save up to $3,500 in energy costs over the water heater’s lifetime.

Pointers On Heat Pumps. There are some installation considerations to keep in mind with heat pump water heaters, but if you already have an electric water heater, it could be an easy switch.

Will a Heat Pump Water Heater Work in My Home? In many homes, a heat pump water heater can be installed right where your current water heater sits. Heat pump water heaters need: Access To Air: They pull in air from the surroundings to heat water and release cold air, so they need access to plenty of air.

The water heater location should have a room air temperature greater than 40° F year-round and space that’s at least 100 square ft. (10 ft. x 10 ft.) or a smaller space that can be fitted with louvered doors or ducted.

Head Room: Heat pump water heaters are a few inches to a foot taller than conventional electric water heaters and require a certain ceiling height based on the size of the water heater - which is dependent on household size.

The water heater location should have at least a 6-ft.-high ceiling for a household of fewer than six or at least a 7-ft.-high ceiling for a household of six or more.

Water Drainage: Heat pump water heaters require proper drainage, since - like air conditioners- they dehumidify air and produce

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them what the doors and windows look like both locked and unlocked.

condensate that must be removed via a nearby floor drain, or another outlet using a small condensate pump.

Another important thing to teach your kids is what to do in case of an emergency like a fire or if a parent gets hurt. Teach them how to dial 911 as well as what to say, and if your kids are old enough, practice dialing emergency contacts just in case.

The heater location should have access to one of the following: • Floor drain • Utility sink • Sump pump •Existing drain pipe • Outside (only for locations that are above freezing all year round).

For further facts about ENERGY STAR certified heat pump water heaters, visit www.energystar. gov/waterheaters. (NAPSI)LibertyMutual.com.

Keep your family safe and secure, inside your home and your car. Get your free, no-obligation quote on Liberty Mutual home and auto insurance from Liberty Mutual representative Cheri Citro at 315-233-9520 Option 1 or by email at Cheri.Citro@LibertyMutual.com.

Home Safety For Kids

Household Tips

Home safety is more than just protecting your home from outside factors. It’s protecting it from mishaps within the home as well. With the day-to-day hustle of family life, it can be easy to forget to take steps to make your home safer.

Getting your kids involved is one way to feel secure around the house and can teach them the importance of a safe home. And it’s never too early to start; there are simple ways your kids can do their part every day.

Teaching your kids to be mindful of everyday risks will help them know what to look for.

Things like loose cords and liquids on the kitchen floor can cause falls that may result in injury, so make sure they know to clean up spills and tuck cords back where they don’t stick out. Putting other items away like toys, shoes, and backpacks can also help everyone avoid tripping or stepping on them.

Show your kids how electricity works, and make sure they’re careful around lamps, sockets, and outlets. Also, help them practice good kitchen safety by showing them the dos and don’ts of heat, blades, and appliances. Plus, while you want your kids to be independent, it’s useful to set boundaries for what they shouldn’t try to do by themselves. And let them know that if they need your help with a task, you’ll be there to help them out.

In addition to helping your kids get a good grasp on what to do to keep your home safe, you can teach them how to keep it secure.

Remind them to come get you if someone they don’t recognize comes to the door, and make sure they know to say you “can’t come to the phone” if someone calls for you while you’re unavailable. So they know they’re secure, show

•To sharpen a dull pair of scissors at home easily, use a piece of fine-grit sandpaper. Simply cut through the sandpaper, rough side down, several times.

•Save money and eliminate static when doing laundry. Roll a ball or two of aluminum foil and place in your dryer with wet clothes. Reuse these foil balls for several loads. They’re a great alternative to commercial dryer sheets which can contain toxic chemicals.

•To remove cat and dog hair from clothes and furniture, rub them with damp rubber gloves.

•Before you wash clothes, it’s always best to zip them up. Zippers tend to work better and last longer when you launder the article of clothing while zipped.

•Use a clean dryer sheet to dust your TV screen. The fabric softener in the sheet reduces static, and static causes dust to accumulate.

Simply wipe the screen gently with the dryer sheet to not only clear away existing dust but to repel it.

•Aluminum foil and plastic wrap dispensers have built-in tabs on each end to hold the roll in place. Just press in the tabs.

•Messy broken egg on your floor or counter?

Simply pour salt on it, wait a minute, then sweep it up. (Farmer’s Almanac) •Your plastic shower curtain liner can get moldy and grungy over time. But there’s no need to throw it away. Simply wash it with some soiled towels in warm water with 1/2 cup laundry detergent and 1/2 cup baking soda on your machine’s regular cycle. Add 1 cup white vinegar to the rinse cycle. Hang it back up when the wash is done.

(Farmer’s Almanac)

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40 Lyon Ct., Queensbury $233,000 Elegant, bright, private & quiet End unit in the maintenance free Westwood Community. Easy one level living in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit with a beautiful NEW Kitchen & Bath. Wood floors, gas fireplace, central A/C,vaulted ceilings and 2 car garage. Deck with awning to sit and enjoy the surrounding nature.

9 Mannis Pl., Queensbury $359,900 Deceivingly large home with 5 levels! Custom kitchen with granite, A/C, wood floors, master suite, walk-in closets, pellet insert in Fireplace, Game room/sun-room, 2 car attached garage, and a 1 car detached garage all on a dead end, private, landscaped backyard with in-ground pool, gazebo, deck and more! Tons of living space for a large family that likes to entertain.

311 Ridge St., Glens Falls $219,900 Updated classic city home with tons of charm.

New kitchen with granite, updated baths.

Large rooms, formal dining room for holiday meals. Screened-in porch, 2 car garage and a lovely landscaped yard.

47 Overlook Drive, Queensbury $354,900 If a Large, Bright, Townhouse in a premier Maintenance Free Living community is what you are looking for, look no further!

3 bedrooms, 3 baths, with Den and craft room that could be used as extra bedrooms. Finished walk out basement with family room. Gas Fireplace, Built-ins, Jacuzzi tub, skylights and more make this the ideal place to call home!

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Adorable and Affordable 2 bedroom Ranch with a lot to offer. This property is conveniently located between Lake George and Gore Mountain on a nice quiet street. Large Living Room, wood floors under carpeting, newer roof, Full basement with tons of storage all on a double lot with low taxes. Why Rent when you can own?

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Luxury Single Family Home On 1.5 Secluded Acres

82 Fiddlers Lane, Loudonville This Amenity-Rich 3,100 sq. ft. Home Features: • Oversized Garage • Huge exterior Deck • 9’ Ceilings on 1st and 2nd floors • Hardwoods, Ceramic Tile, Granite • Soundproofing from spray foam insulation and Everlast siding.

• Private Keyhole Lot on 1.5 Secluded Acres

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• North Colonie Schools • Crown Moldings and Oversized Trim Package Throughout • Full Downstairs Bathroom • Extra Large Mudroom • Huge Master Bedroom and Master Bath • Laundry and Bedrooms on 2nd Floor

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Top Trends To Inspire Your Outdoor Living Outdoor living spaces rank first among special function rooms desired by consumers, according to the American Institute for Architects, and so homeowners are expected to be going all-in for the outdoors in 2018.

Trex Company, a maker of premium decking and railing, has gleaned insights from contractors, homeowners and industry experts to compile the following outdoor living trends that will dominate this year:

Year-round enjoyment Among the biggest trends is a shift away from seasonality as consumers adopt more of a year-round mindset, no longer restricting outdoor living to spring and summer. Thanks to new high-performance materials and innovative design approaches, homeowners everywhere are transforming their outdoor spaces into multi-seasonal extensions of their homes. For example, Trex contractors have reported an uptick in requests for its RainEscape deck drainage system by clients looking to add multi-seasonal living space underneath an elevated deck.

Minimal maintenance, maximum enjoyment Just because people are spending more time outdoors doesn’t mean they’re willing to put in extra hours for upkeep. In fact, highmaintenance materials like wood are seeing a decrease in demand as people are opting for offerings that deliver better performance and sustainability.

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sanding, staining or painting is required, and food and drink spills wash off easily with just soap and water.

Comfy cozy Among the hottest design influences right now is “hygge” (pronounced hoo-gah) - the Scandinavian term for a feeling of coziness and comfort. This year, outdoor spaces will beckon homeowners and their guests to relax and rejuvenate with hygge-inspired accents, from plush cushions and throws to protective pergolas, cozy warming features and outdoor lighting.

Residential goes commercial While railing matched to the decking remains popular, an increasing number of homeowners are taking advantage of the complementary decking and railing pairings afforded by new railing materials in modern, metal finishes, as well as sleek designs inspired by commercial architecture. More homeowners are inspired by outdoor spaces they find in commercial settings, such as hotels and urban rooftops, and want to replicate those looks in their homes. A prime example of this commercialto-residential trend is the growing popularity of horizontal railings such as rod rail - a sleek, industrial look that’s ideal for optimizing a panoramic view.

Hide and chic With the increased usage of outdoor living

spaces comes higher demand for chic decor and privacy. An easy design trick that adds personal style and functionality, lattice panels are perfect for enhancing privacy and concealing storage areas or unsightly views.

With styles ranging from romantic to deco, lattice panels can be integrated into any outdoor area and applied to structures such as arbors, trellises and gazebos, or used as decorative wainscoting or deck skirting.

Fun and games Kids are not the only ones who enjoy playing outside. Outdoor play spaces for all ages are on the rise, including everything from swimming pools and embedded sandboxes to regulation cornhole courts, horseshoe pits and dedicated spaces for volleyball, badminton and bocce ball.

Beyond yard games, electronics manufacturers now offer televisions and entertainment systems specifically designed for the outdoors, taking into consideration differences in lighting and outdoor acoustics. Meanwhile, new storage options include durable wall-mounted television and entertainment centers that beautifully protect pricey electronics from the elements, while concealing all of the unsightly - and potentially unsafe - cords and cables.

For more information about outdoor living trends, go to www.trex.com. (BPT)

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Owner retiring, so many tools, lift can be yours!!

CAROGA LAKE! $119,900

Darling year round cottage on large corner lot w/deeded lake access. Oversized 1BR/1BA. Open living and dining room provides extra sleeping room. HUGE 3 car garage!!

BLEECKER! $110,000

80 acres!! Off the grid cabin with wood stove! Drilled well!

Plenty of privacy and trails through the acreage. Get away from it all. Start a Hunting club!!

10 Franklin Street, Gloversville $32,500

Come on! This is less than rent! 2 BR/1 BA down, open upstairs, dry basement, hardwood floors, open floor plan.

BIG fenced yard & one car garage.

8.5 ACRES TOWN OF WELLS! $39,900

Surveyed lot w/small pond. Access the lake via Town Beach! Power & Phone at the road.

86 West Street, Gloversville $49,900

2 Family, fully rented for easy investment! Big barn, tenants pay extra $ for use! Lots of updates. Come see!

LOT & LAND Bleecker - 38 Acres $28,000

Wanted Lake Property!

Caroga - 8+ Acres $44,000

Call Mel 518-835-2357

Bleecker - 99 Acres $175,000

Piseco - Lake Pleasant $210,000

Direct Waterfront Lot! Surveyed 1.4 acre Lot! Please call to walk this land.

INVESTORS! LOOK HERE! 31 NORTH ST GLOVERSVILLE $48,900 Making $$$ 2 family w/garage. Renters Want to stay!

Call For More Info!

Adirondack Get Away $190,000

161 ACRES! Wow! Snowmobile, Hike, 4 wheel on your own property. 4 BR/1 BA to come back to. Level land in Caroga Lake - ready for new owners.

9 WATER STREET $68,000

Less than rent to live in this updated 3BR/1BA Home Thermal Windows, new floors, kitchen,bath. HUGE Fenced yard!!

Landmark Restaurant & Home $850,000 / Buy Just The Restaurant, Fully Equipped for $550,000

Prime Real Estate and Successful Restaurant! All in MINT condition! Full bar, Seating for 100. In the Heart of Sportman’s Paradise. Owners will stay on for easy transfer. Waterfront Post and Beam 4BR. 2.5BA Home With pool, finished walk out basement. MUST BE PRE-QUALIFIED To See!!

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$165,000 1+ACRE TOWN OF JOHNSTOWN

Custom 4 BR/2BA with open concept living area 1 owner that has maintained this home well. Super kitchen with tons of counters and cabinets. Master suite.!

25 ACRES EPHRATAH!

All cleared for your double wide, camp or camper!

Close to State Land, Get out of Town! $49,000

Charleston FARM!! $320,000

Looking for Farm Land? 102 Acres of open fields, pond and plenty of woods! Restored Colonial w/5 center fireplaces plus modern

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2730 Route 28, Old Forge, NY 13420

315-369-2136

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Raquette Lake

$139,000

Woods Point - 2 Acre wooded Lakefront lot located on Raquette Lake! If you’re looking to get away from it all, this is the lot for you! Boat access only plot located on 150 ft of Lakefront! Don’t wait any longer for your own private retreat spot at the mouth of the Marion River!

Long Lake

$59,000

6.2 AC wooded lot with small shed. Town water & under ground power.

Possible owner financing.

Business Opp W/ Living Quarters Old Forge $895,000

Old Forge

$559,000

Raquette Lake Home

Big Moose

$235,000

Marine Dealership - 2730 Rt 28 - Business Opportunity with spacious living quarters. Old Forge Marine dealership & garage includes 2 offices, 50’X 100’store and garage on 180ft of road frontage on Rt 28. Garage has 3 overhead doors in back and 1 in front.

Private wooded Lakefront lot. 200’lakefront lot on 2nd lake. With 4 acres there’s plenty of room for your dream home. A must see!!

Third Lake Raquette Lake

$475,000

3 bedroom seasonal home with loft on104’road access lakefront. Large living room / dining/ kitchen with 2 bathrooms on 1st floor. 1/2 drive in basement. National Grid power, well & septic sysem.

Robert Lawless, Lic. R.E. Broker

(315) 724-7474

kayuta1@frontiernet.net

3rd Lake Ranch

$795,000

Tuttle Rd., Old Forge -Year around 4 bedroom ranch home, eat in kitchen beautiful fireplace with boathouse on 100’of lakefront. Features sun porch & walk out basement facing 3rd lake. Great for summer and winter sports!

Megan Marolf

Lisa Anken

315-771-6556

315-794-6520

Lic. R.E. Agent

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$695,000

Raquette Lake: 3 bedroom home on 7 ac lot with 370’of lakefront.

Features large living room with fireplace, dining room with fireplace, kitchen, bath, & loft. Also includes guest cabin. Boat access for added privacy & electric power & phone service.

3 story 8 bedroom lodge on 8.5 wooded acre lot. Features stream running into a private cement pond, large barn & att garage. Main house has large kitchen, dining room, living room with stone fireplace & family room. 2nd floor has 6 bedrooms & 2 baths. 3rd flr has 2 bdrms & bath.

Remsen, NY 13438 315-724-7474 www.LawlessRealEstate.com

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Tranquil Adirondack Waterfront on 29 Acres

Jeep Trial Road, Remsen

$150,000

16033 Joslyn Rd, Remsen

$39,900

Crandall Falls, heading to Kayuta Lake. You Will Never Find A Property This Unique. Rare, Serene Waterfront Year round camp or home near Kayuta Lake. 3 bedGem On 28 acres with approx. 3/4 mile Water Frontage. Many flat rocks. On the end of a Private Road Sits this rooms, modern bath, large kitchen, enclosed porch, new Exquisite Peninsula with Water on 2 of 3 sides. Buildable site for your Secluded Retreat! Countless Waterfalls and septic, drilled well, new roof.

Sandy Shores Await. Owner Financing Available.

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9033 Woods Road, Kayuta Lake

$264,900

Immaculate 3 bed, 2 full baths. Modern kitchen, family room, two large decks. Year round home on the lake.

1 Sand Lane, Kayuta Lake

$125,000 5938 James Street, Constableville

$79,900

3 bedrooms, full bath, large living room with beautiful Snow mobile heaven. Great older home recently updated. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Bonus room off kitchen, stone fireplace. Great location. formal dining, large living room.

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$110,000

Trailer Park on 2.6 acre lot. 11 trailer sites. Public water and sewer. Holland Patent schools.

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219 N. Prospect St. Herkimer NY 13350

315-866-2002 • bward@brucewardusa.com • Bruce Ward, Lic. R.E. Broker

Impeccably Maintained Mini-Estate 849 Bush Road, Schuyler • $299,900

Exclusive, Private, Beautifully Landscaped 8.10 Acres. This Could Be Your Own Mini-Estate Nestled In Upstate New York. Impeccably Maintained 4 Bedroom Ranch Home Offers Attractive Kitchen, Ceramic Tiled, Granite Counter Top. Open Concept To Dining Area, Continuing on to the Large Formal Dining Room, Entry Way To Living Room And Four Bedrooms & Three Full Baths.

This must see property will surely surpass all your dreams and expectations!

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11 Forest St. (P.O. Box 1285) Gloversville NY 12078

110 Joann Way, Town of Florida - Next to new Hodorowski built Home located in a newer development close to NYS Thruway Exit 27. No need to go through the hassle and expense of building when you can own this 4 bedroom colonial for less than the cost to build it! Upgrades include hardwood floors, solid surface counters, s/s appliances, finished garage & bonus room. 8 ft. ceilings in basement will make future expansion easy! $299,900

122 East Boulevard, Gloversville - Renovated 4 bedroom 1.5 bath home in a desirable neighborhood. Large fenced in yard, detached garage. 1st floor bedroom or large den/ game room. New kitchen, bathrooms, hardwood floors, appliances, carpet, paint (interior & exterior), gas hot water tank & new furnace. Finished 3rd floor bonus room. Own for less than renting. $135,000

N. Pine St., Town of Johnstown - Commercially zoned

Donje Lane, Town of Mayfield - 10 BEAUTIFUL building lots available in a gorgeous Adirondack setting. Just minutes to the Great Sacandaga Lake, NYS Thruway Exit 27, Saratoga Springs and the Capital Region! ½ acre to 1 ½ acres with options to purchase multiple lots. Starting at $19,900

306 Progress Rd, Town of Mayfield…Building lot in the Broadalbin-Perth School District with 150 ft. of frontage. Just 1 mile from St. Hwy. 29, with easy access to Saratoga, NYS Thruway. Wonderful country setting…close to all amenities.

Put your new home on this spot this spring! $24,900

1932 State Hwy. 29A - 1 acre lot comes with a MILLION DOLLAR view of mountain ranges. Heading towards Caroga Lake & close to all of Fulton County’s 44 lakes & year round outdoor activities. Survey on file. Driveway and retaining wall upgraded. Great spot to build! $19,999

vacant building lot with great visibility from State Hwy 30A! Think satellite office, branch office, professional suites. Level, with municipal water…35,200 square feet of space. Owner will consider options to finance and WILL BUILD TO SUIT! $95,000

13 Burlington Ave., Gloversville - With a little bit of cosmetic updating this will be a wonderful home. Very large eat in kitchen, spacious living room and bedroom or den on the main level. 2 bedrooms and full bath on the second level.

Cute enclosed front porch, driveway parking, plus carport, easy to maintain yard. Dry basement for storage. Newer roof, Hot water heater is brand new, kitchen appliances are next to new. $64,900

- 2 adjoining building lots being sold as one for a total of 6 acres with access from St Hwy 29 or Old State Rd. There’s a real nice high spot, perfect for your new home. Survey and perk test available. Close to city amenities, NYS Thruway. $34,900

Old State Rd. , Johnstown

– Exciting business opportunity with this large light manufacturing building located in downtown Gloversville. Well established shoe manufacturing company currently, it has the potential for so many different businesses. 3 overhead doors, 2 loading docks, plenty of parking, easy access for tractor trailers. 4 floors above ground plus basement...freight elevator covers all. Sprinkler system. 3 Phase electrical; efficient lighting system. $240,000

12 St. Thomas Place, Gloversville

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$354,900

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47 Overlook Dr

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Wells - 8.5 Acres

$229,000

23 Knadler Dr

$39,900

West River Rd

3 bedrooms / 2.0 baths

Cleared Lot w/ Small Pond

QSN #516989

QSN #514034

Berkshire Hathaway Blake Frances Briody

ADK Realty MaryEllen Charles

Lic. R.E. Salesperson

Lic. R.E. Broker

518-505-9536

518-705-5616

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245 Posson Road, Norwich, NY 13815 www.PossonRealty.net David C. Posson • Lic.R.E. Broker • 607-316-3758 – David cell Kara L. Posson-Reed • Lic.Assoc. Broker • 607-316-6597 – Kara cell 2767 – Schoharie County - 100 Acre Farm

2486 – Beautiful Otsego County NY Gentleman’s Farm

100 acre farm located on a quiet road near Cobleskill NY. 60 acres tillable; year round stream. Land is flat to gently rolling. Well drained. Grows tremendous hay and crops.

Older 2 story dairy barn with drive in mow.

Would work great for beef, horses, and hay storage. 4 bay machinery building. Good well maintained 5 bdrm 2 story farm house.

Asking 350,000

2773 – Madison Country Property 37 Acres of Land 37 acres of land. Stream on the property.

Some fenced pasture. 2 story Barn which can be used for beef or horses.

Large Machinery Building with concrete floors that would make an excellent place to run a business from or storage.

Three bedroom A Frame style home.

Overlooking a nice pond. Asking $143,000 owner will consider any and all offers.

Exceptional Land and Buildings. 75 Beautiful acres bordering the Unadilla River. Good 24x42 Shop Building for storing equipment. Stock barn, storage barn. Both of these buildings are in excellent shape.

Very nice 2 story Log home with a full basement. Driveway over 600 ft long to a very quiet road. Asking $299,000

2768 – Southern Chenango County Farm

4 bedroom home situated on 30 acres of land with stocked pond, large machinery building, 2 story barn, 2 car garage.

Property has everything one could want. Quiet & peaceful setting, long scenic driveway and beautiful views. Fenced pastures. Plenty of room for growing fruits & vegetables.

Room for snowmobiling, cross country skiing & walking.

Sherburne Electric. Mins from the Village of Sherburne, Norwich, and Colgate University. Reduced from $269,000.

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150 acres 85 tillable with more to rent. Good 150 stall barn currently milking. Good 3 bdrm ranch home This farm has been reduced from milking 70 cows with transferable milk market.

Farm can be purchased for a reduced price of $350,000. Sellers are motivated and would consider any fair offers. Farm does come with a stable milk market.

2706 – Chenango County Showplace Dairy Farm

145 beautiful acres located on a quiet road.

50 acres of good tillable ground that lays nice.

30 acres of pasture with water. Balance in a hard woods. Two good homes. Good 2 story dairy barn. 2 ponds. Small cabin. Nice little place to get away. This farm has a nice quiet setting. Would work well for farming. Excellent hunting. North of Binghamton. Asking only $350,000

2550 – Chenango County Farm

2735 – Great buy on a Madison County Farm

Close to 100 acres. Flat land well drained.

Very nice 2 story dairy barn with 72 ties and a free stall addition with 65 free stalls. Large attached concrete barn yard. Big bunker silo for feed storage. 1 car garage, and rec room.

In ground swimming pool. 2 additional buildings for storage. REA Electricity. Great location for farm sales. Schools, hospitals and shopping close by. Asking $699,000.

2746 - 60 Beautiful Acres On Quiet Road Some open some woods. Year round stream. 36x60 2 story barn with drive in mow. 2 single story clear span addition 40x60. Very Nice remodeled 2 story 3 bdrm country home good well and septic. Outdoor Swedish sauna. Solar panels on property take care of electric bill.

Very nice farm in a nice location would make a great hobby farm for animals, growing fruits and vegetables. Close to hospitals, shopping, and schools. Asking $217,900

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34 Barrows Street, Albany - $199,900

4 Roe Avenue Colonie $224,900

100 Ricard Lane Altamont $79,900

So much redone in this 3 bedroom, 1 bath Ranch since 2014: Roof (16), tankless H2O (15), Kitchen gutted (15), bathroom gutted (14), C/A (16), all new siding/windows/gutters(15), All doors NEW, NEW recessed lighting, NEW stamped concrete patio/walkways, NEW vinyl fencing (15), basement sealed, All lighting is LED, freshly painted, NEW stone landscaping. Home has in ground sprinkler, security system, hard wood floors throughout, gas FP, refurbished front steps, stone fire pit, large corner lot.

347 Rowe Road, Feura Bush $155,000

Not your every day opportunity lies before you: this is not just a beautiful 10.3 acre parcel of land with a meadow, an old paddock area, 2 small ponds, creek and mix of woods / open space. This parcel comes with an intact 1830’s built barn that is just waiting for your inspiration. Property has old cabana that could be turned into tiny home structure, barn has so much potential and interesting history. Seeking a spot for a few horses, or other small animals? Space to build brand new country estate?

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16 Yardboro Avenue Albany - $129,900

2 Family home sitting on a nice lot, in convenient Albany location, close to bus line, shopping, restaurants and highways. Home features all separate utilities, off street parking and privacy in your fenced back yard. 2nd floor unit has been freshly painted, and features both a front and rear enclosed porch area. The 2nd floor unit has 2 bedrooms located on third floor, formal dining room and hard wood floors. City of Albany ROP’s are current for both units.

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Very spacious 2 family home on quiet one way street.

This home has been well maintained and features recently updated enclosed porches on both 1st and 2nd floors, formal dining rooms in both units, hardwood floors in both units and lots of storage.. Basement with several storage rooms, each unit has washer/dryer hookups in both, large walk up attic and a 2 car garage.

All utilities are separated, off street parking, some recently upgraded electrical work. Owner is Licensed NYS Broker.

All the hard work is done for you. The owner of this beautiful 5.79 acre parcel has paved the private road leading to parcel with opportunity for some great views.

Owner has also taken the time and installed cable and electric, all underground. Lot is approved building site, engineering reports on file, approved for trans vap septic. Located in Schalmont school district, come and see for yourself.

103 State Street, Schenectady - For LEASE

Opportunity is truly knocking - in the heart of the downtown revival of Schenectady and across the street from the Mill Artisan District redevelopment project (craft brew producers/artisans business district with retail,restaurants and apartments.) This space (can be combined with 107 State St for addtl space) would be fantastic for many uses - think coffee shop, light food, office, professional space, massage, retail and the list goes on. Great exposed brick wall lends character to this fantastic space.