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Recent Home Sales 3 BR/1 BA Acres: 0.14 Sold For: $11,000 School Tax: $2,155 Town & County: $1,916

Built: 1975 Listed By: Clickit Realty

5. Highland Township Farmhouse/ Two Story 3 BR/1 ½ BA Acres: 1.15 Sold For: $125,000 School Tax: $1,789 Town & County: $1,646

3. Tusten Township Ranch

3 BR/2 BA Acres: 0.67 Sold For: $39,000 School Tax: $1,491 Town & County: $1,533

Built: 1993 Listed By: Prudential Peters Realty

6. Thompson Township Cape Cod Built: 1925 Listed By: Gibson E. McKean, Inc.

2 BR/1 BA Acres: 5.75 Sold For: $177,000 School Tax: $1,625 Town & County: $1,239

Built: 1930 Listed By: Resort Realty

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2 BR/2 BA Acres: 2.37 Sold For: $70,000 School Tax: $1,086 Town & County: $1,024

4. Liberty Township Two Story

2 BR/1 ½ BA Acres: 0.20 Sold For: $234,100 School Tax: $2,827 Town & County: $2,408

4 BR/2 ½ BA Built: 1970 Acres: 1.10 Listed By: Catskill Sold For: $100,000 Country Real Estate School Tax: $4,306 Town & County: $2,816

8. Highland Township Contemporary Built: 1950 Listed By: Malek Properties

4 BR/3 ½ BA Acres: 1.5 Sold For: $430,000 School Tax: $5,235 Town & County: $4,671

Built: 1986 Listed By: McKean Real Estate, Inc.

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Homeowner John Burrow's (below) house on Hollow Road, Glen Spey, across the road from Homestead School was open for touring. It was recently fitted with roof-mount solar panels. He will realize significant savings on his energy bills.

‘Going solar’ is getting easier Story and Photos by Anya Tikka

he Homestead School hosted a solar power workshop May 3 to give information to residents and businesses about how they can save power costs, and also reduce their carbon footprint. It’s now comparatively easy to either lease or own solar panels that feed the grid when the panels generate enough power, and vice versa. The workshop was presented by Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (SASD) in conjunction with Homestead School. School Director Peter Comstock and SASD Co-Executive Director Carol Roig gave introductions, followed by a short PowerPoint presentation given by Todd

Okeson, solar installer with Unified Infrastructure East Coast Alternative Energy, and Jonathan Hartley, from Roof Diagnostics Solar. Stephen Stuart, technical specialist with SASD, along with Atlantech Solar Lead System Designer and Project Manager Rick Contrata, gave presentations about different aspects of solar installations, followed by a Q&A session. Afterwards, the participants could either tour a home on Hollow Road owned by John Burrow across the road from the school that has recently been fitted with solar panels, or the large commercial scale installation on a field next to the school. New York State Energy and Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) programs currently allow tax credit and rebate incentives for solar installations;

SASD CoExecutive Director Carol Roig talks at the Solar Workshop.

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Above: Roof Diagnostics site plan showing the location of the solar panels on lower left. Owner Jon Burrow shows that solar panels can be located on smaller roofs as well. Below: Explaining about solar power use in his home, John Burrow points to the power meter. If the meter points to the left, the system is currently sending power to the grid, and vice versa.

$5,000 NY state credit, and a 30 percent investment tax credit, according to Okeson. Leasing solar panel options are available currently with no startup costs; a south facing roof is optimal, but west or east can be used but generate less power, Hartley explained. The roof needs to be in good condition, and the owner has to have the required credit score. Some attendees at the workshop were interested in solar power not because of the cost, but for its environmental benefits. Charles Blanchard, who’s a mem-

ber of the Tusten Energy Committee, commented that it’s possible to buy energy generated by renewable resources from your power company right now without your own installation. “It’s more expensive, but I do it to reduce my carbon footprint,” he concluded. About 50 Lumberland and nearby residents, business owners and officials attended the workshop. More information is available on www.nyserda.ny.gov, including how to find a solar installer and financing options and tax credits/rebates.

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Instead of the generic boxshaped home, buyers can customize the look of their home with the addition of garages, closets, extra rooms etc. In fact, only about 10 percent of clients choose to keep the original designs as depicted in the display houses.

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Story and Photos by Kristina Sumfleth

Below is an example of the open concept showing the flow through from the kitchen to living and dining area. A living room layout in one of the popular modular designs.

ust off to the side of Route 17B sit the many show buildings belonging to the modular housing company, Makovic Homes. About 14 years ago the young John Makovic began his company amidst a strong housing market and a great deal of competition for modular homes.

“I wanted to have an edge, I had to do something to stand out,” stated Makovic. A business with an edge is exactly what he created and most people would never guess that some of the houses his business constructs are modular. The modular housing industry is typified by a Legoesque building style where

pieces of a house are constructed off site then assembled later on the desired property. Some may believe the only result of this kind of construction is a generic, box-like home. However, this is not the case with Makovic Homes. “If people aren’t willing to sit down and listen to what modular housing is they

don’t realize that people can custom design and have control over the building,” said Makovic. When designing a modular home, buyers have numerous options and a great deal of structural freedom. Just about anything can be changed; from the floor plan and number of stories all the way

down to the finer details such as the type of granite desired for a countertop. Modular housing also makes it possible for add-ons and changes to the house years down the road. Makovic explained that if the customer wants the dining room where the living room is, it is as simple as changing the location on the floor plan. The company was even the first in the Northeast to have a design center specialized for customers to choose exactly what they want to see in the final product of their home. Another unique aspect of Makovic Homes is that the company houses all aspects of the building process under one roof, including construction, excavation, landscaping and even maintenance. Many functions are subcontracted to local businesses. This not only simplifies customizations and the production process but also significantly cuts down on costs. A designed Continued on page12H

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Below is an example of the open concept showing the flow through from the kitchen to living and dining area. A living room layout in one of the popular modular designs.

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In the design center, customers are able to choose from numerous styles of carpets, cabinets, counter tops and more. Different styles of cabinets are displayed in the same kitchen setting to show the options. The company is headquartered on Route 17B at the Village of Monticello limits.

Continued from page11H were two-story homes, but now that has dropped to almost one in ten,” explained Makovic. “Now most are single-story homes and we have lost a lot of the young crowd since they cannot get financing. Many of the older generations are also looking to downsize to a single level.” To combat the lackluster housing

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Makovic Homes will assess any damage, take the insurance information and handle the rest of the insurance process from there. Makovic Homes is a “have it all” business that does well despite a slow recovering housing industry. “We receive a lot of referrals and repeat business,” said Makovic proudly. “I never would have thought I would see repeat business in housing.”

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Smallwoodian log home is a rare gem Story and Photos by Kristina Sumfleth

A driveway sets the house back from the road and ends in front of the garage while also providing room to park multiple cars.

estled within the warm and welcoming community of Smallwood lies the beautiful .71 acre home of Bob and Lori Henderson offering both seclusion and tranquility. This property is currently on the market for buyers seeking a country getaway only a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw away from both the quaint towns of Sullivan County and the shores of Smallwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mountain Lake. The house is hidden from the Cumberland Trail road as it is set back on a long driveway which provides enough space for multiple cars to park. The building itself is a two-story log cabin comprised of original wood milled from the area, kept in fantastic condition, and with three bedrooms and two full baths, provides the perfect space for a single family. A small porch on the upper floor leads into the spacious living area and kitchen then branching

off into two sleeping quarters and first full bath. Next to the master bedroom is a large sunroom with large windows that overlooks the backyard. Spiraling down to first floor is a staircase that leads into a den-area or, if need be, a third bedroom, which is also accompanied by another full, bath and small kitchenette area. The cabin is surrounded by one of the larger lawns in Smallwood and also houses a heated inground pool, only one of two in the area. Accompanying the greenery that surrounds the private property is a recently dredged small pond that falls into a stream, which bubbles as it flows through the lawn. Residing near the diverse and welcoming people of Smallwood and only a short drive away from the amenities of the local community, the house at number 8 Cumberland Trail provides the perfect location for a country home.

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HOME FEATURES Type: Single family Address: 8 Cumberland Trail, Smallwood Rooms: 5 Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 0 Township: Bethel School District: Monticello Approximate Year Built: 1938 Approximate Lot Size Front: 140 Total Square Feet: 936 Style: Log Cabin, Two story Condition: Good Exterior: Log wood Roof: Pitched, shingle Electric: Circuit breaker Fuel: Oil, Fuel tank above ground The stream that flows through the yard can easily be crossed by a small wooden bridge making access to the in-ground pool quite simple.

Water: Municipal, drilled well Sewer: Septic Water Heater: Electric Heating: Forced warm air Basement: Above grade, finished, full, stone

The living room on the second floor leads directly onto the porch which overlooks the backyard. Lori Henderson painted some of the interior walls light yellow which warms and brightens the space.

Appliances: Ceiling fan(s), central A/C, countertop range, dishwasher, dryer, refrigerator, stove, washer Near (under five miles): Golf, lake/stream, performing arts center, racetrack, racino, shopping

The kitchen contains all the necessary cooking amenities and opens into the living area with access to the first floor by a winding staircase. The sunroom off of the master bedroom is large enough for tables and chairs to sit and enjoy the summer breeze from the large surrounding windows.

Road: Paved, town/village Land features: Cleared, fenced/enclosed, lake rights, level, mature trees, pond, private, secluded, view, water view Interior Amenities: Attic, cathedral ceiling, family room, fireplace, fireplace equipment, great room, hardwood floors, insulated windows, stone, TV cable, woodwork Exterior Amenities: Deck, pool equipment, in-ground pool, porch, screens Asking Price: $239,900 Town/County Tax: $2,101 School Tax: $2,454 Approximate Total Taxes: $4,555 Agent: Malek Properties, Carol Malek, broker; Contact Fred Williams at 917-744-4582 or fred@malekproperties.com; Office: 10 Waldheim Road, White Lake, 583-6333.

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Grey headlines interior color ‘host list’ White and

Paint color forecast 2014:

off-whites also making a comeback

rey – the color that connotes intellect – is one hue homeowners will be incorporating into their home interiors next year. So says Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert for the Paint Quality Institute, a leading source of information on interior color and design. In her annual color forecast for 2014, Zimmer is supporting grey in a big way: “It’s the hot new neutral, a sleek and sophisticated color option that adds refinement to almost any room. “Walls that are painted grey are great backdrops for almost any style of décor, and grey is such a dignified color that it can elevate the appearance of even the most modest furnishings,” she says. Beyond wall color, grey will embellish interiors in other ways next year -- in the form of grey wash on wood furniture, for example, and in fabric used for everything from seating to floor coverings. “We will even see grey’s flashier cousin, silver, used as an important accent color,” says Zimmer. But grey won’t be the only neutral to be popular in 2014. According to Zimmer, those seeking a change from more saturated color will be happy to learn that white and off-white are back in vogue. Manufacturers of interior paint will offer extensive palettes of ever-so-subtle tints comprised of 30, 40, and even 50 “whites” containing just a hint of color. White is staging a strong comeback for a number of reasons, says Zimmer. “As with grey, the ease of coordinating furnish-

ings with a neutral hue like white is appealing to almost everyone,” she says. “However, some will gravitate to white for more personal reasons having to do with a change of address: those who are downsizing will favor white or very light-colored walls to make their new, smaller interiors look more spacious; and for those who may soon put up a ‘For Sale’ sign, white is the wise paint color to apply before listing a home.” Design professionals and do-it-yourselfers in the mood for more colorful options will also have good choices next year. Blues and greens – in more tints and shades than ever before – will again be crowd-pleasers, as they have been for a while. “Another hot color in 2014 will be mustard yellow,” says Zimmer. “Its influence is growing in both fashion and home furnishing fabrics. We

also expect to see more use of the color on walls – if not for entire rooms, then at least on accent walls.” If you’re thinking about changing a color scheme in your home interior, Zimmer’s insights into the tints and shades expected to be next year’s “hot” choices can provide some valuable direction. But the color expert has one final piece of advice: “In the end, color choice is a very personal decision, so whether you are thinking about doing some painting, or changing your décor, or both, stick with colors that you love. When it comes to your home, your opinion is the one that matters most.” To learn more about color, home decorating, and home painting, visit the Paint Quality Institute blog at www.blog.paintquality.com.

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some homeowners combat this by keeping an umbrella open or adding an awning to cover the patio, that's not always a practical solution. Instead, consider double-sided cushions that can be flipped every so often to reduce fading. • Don't overlook weight. Heavy outdoor furniture might seem more stable, but such items also are more difficult to

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