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Latham-based credit union opens its second state-of-the-art branch on Delaware Avenue in Delmar.

DELMAR — Sunmark Federal Credit Union recently announced the opening of their second branch in two years.

Following the successful opening of Sunmark’s Rotterdam location in early 2017, Sunmark selected 265-267 Delaware Ave. in Delmar as the site of their most recent branch.

Sunmark has constructed an eighteen hundred square foot branch at the Delaware Avenue location with a grand opening scheduled for July. Sunmark would like to recognize Mr.

Rob Leslie and Mr. Kenneth Kovalchik from the Town of Bethlehem planning department for assisting Sunmark on the project. With their help, residents will now be able to explore Sunmark as a financial partner and enjoy the benefits which include award winning technology, convenience and customer service.

The new Delmar branch is a full-service location that is also equipped with Interactive Teller Machines or myTM’s.

Offering more functionality than

an Automated Teller Machine (ATM), the myTM’s are a convenient and easy to use selfservice kiosk banking platform that can perform many of the same transactions that would traditionally require a teller. This award-winning technology will extend convenient hours to all Sunmark members with select myTM’s available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Sunmark CEO, Frank DeGraw added “This is another very exciting step for Sunmark.

Our vision is to be the Capital

Region’s trusted and preferred financial institution that provides value and convivence. We look forward to serving the Delmar community and continue to review opportunities that will allow Sunmark to expand our services in the Capital Region.”

Sunmark now has nine branches serving six counties and plans to continue to open more branches to accommodate current and potential members.

All new branches will also feature the myTM kiosks to allow members the flexibility

to do their banking on their schedule.

Since 1937, Sunmark Federal Credit Union has been helping members in the greater Capital Region community improve their financial position.

Sunmark is committed to the financial health and well-being of the community by offering tools that educate and inform and products and services that make it easier to reach financial goals. For more information, call (518) 382-0605 or visit www. sunmarkfcu.org.

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DELMAR — Cottages are running low at The Spinney at Van Dyke, peppering the grounds with happy residents who are enjoying the beginning of summer.

“If someone is considering moving into the cottage lifestyle, I suggest making an appointment to come tour our grounds now before the cottages become occupied,” said Samantha Raynor, director of leasing and marketing at The Spinney Group. “Chances are, they will like what they see and find the cottage life is for them.”

The Spinney at Van Dyke is a neighborhood of its own, designed for the 55-and-older community that has retired into their

next phase of lifestyle, or working professionals working towards that goal.

What makes The Spinney so unique is its one-story living approach.

All of its buildings are built this way so residents do not need to climb stairs in their homes again, allowing them to age in place. Another reason for this building technique is for the convenience of privacy. No one will ever live above or below them, unlike apartment buildings that are built floor on floor. Adding to the attractiveness of this concept, most unit types have attached, direct-access garages and private front porches and back patios, further mimicking the feel of a single-family home.

The neighborhood is also designed like a typical residential development.

Each home given a distinct character, and in some cases, tree rows lining the side of the road. The aesthetic that often times mirror the neighborhoods residents leave behind, tends to coax back a sense of community.

While Spinney cottages’ amenities may make residents feel as if they’re living in a single-family home, they will no longer feel the woes associated with homeownership.

Think about regaining all the time spent on mowing the lawn, shoveling snow

and fixing the plumbing, so you can focus on family, friends and hobbies — hobbies which can be further fostered by the group’s community events calendar.

Crews are hard at work completing the new community garden and two new pools at The Spinney at Van Dyke.

“We hope to have the pools done by the end of the summer,” Raynor said.

“The weather tends to be the hottest toward the end, so the residents will have a place to cool off right in

their backyard.”

In the meantime, residents have been using Van Dyke’s sister property, Adams Station, and the pools it has to offer.

Raynor said she sees the most excited residents in the Adams Place pool daily; she expects they will be using their new pool once it is finished.

Accompanying the pool and garden is a nature scene of one’s dreams, as deer, fox and other wildlife roam the grounds and trees that border most of the cottages.

“I think what sets us apart from other 55-andbetter communities is how we are not just tall buildings, sitting on a slab, surrounded by parking lots,” Raynor said.”

Another huge development, a 4,000-square-foot

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community center, The Spinney’s clubhouse, opened in January, providing a town square feel that allows its residents to socialize and gather for sponsored events.

The community garden, complete with raised beds, will allow residing gardeners to plant and grow their favorite plants that can later be planted by the group’s grounds keepers. All residents have to do is clean up their plot at the end of the season.

“We hope to have the garden completed at the same time as the pool, although planting season will have passed by then,” Raynor said. “We are aiming for a 2019 planting season. We want to make sure all of the dust from construction is gone so everyone can enjoy the garden.”

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Bank which recognizes first our community.” responders and other community The idea has set off a spark at groups in the area who make a Kinderhook Bank, and now all difference.

11 branch areas participate in the DELMAR — It has been “Shoham rallied other branch program, affectionately named almost seven years since Delmar staff to make personal visits to #teamKINDerhookbank on welcomed Kinderhook Bank various community groups in the Facebook. into the neighborhood, and there Capital Region,” McDannold “People often focus on all the hasn’t been a word of regret since. explained. “While many have negatives going on,” Simmons been first responders like fire, “The recent move from 180 said. “There are so many more police and emergency services, Delaware Ave, to our present reasons to share the positive and there are also food pantries, location at 197 Delaware Ave. kind things happening in our veterans and senior organizations is great — it’s really a prime communities.” location,” John A. Balli, president who have been recognized.”

Kinderhook Bank also prides and CEO said. “We’re now able Staff members bring goodies itself on being pet-friendly, to offer customers a full-service like cookies, bagels, sandwich sharing pictures of its furry branch and the Delmar staff are platters and other sweets to show customers and their humans as drawing in lots of new business.” their appreciation. The platters they trot — or drive — through are decorated with a small It’s what the bank does with the bank.

American flag and accompanied its business that makes it so “The pet program has been with a very BIG thank you. special — staff members make going on at Kinderhook Bank it a point to get personally “This is our way of thanking for a long time,” McDannold involved in their communities. those who have what sometimes said. “We have free coffee and In Delmar, Branch Manager and seem like thankless jobs,” cookies for our customers so Assistant Vice President Shoham Piorentino said, “and we want we also want to welcome their Piorentino and Tanyah Simmons, to personally tell them that pets with free treats and leashes personal banker, started a bank the work they do is incredibly SpotlightsSpotlightonBusinessJuly2018_1 2pg_Layout16/28/20183:42PMPage1 program Team KINDerhook at each branch. We love seeing necessary and so important to

our furry friends. They get their pictures taken and are posted on Facebook whenever we get a visit.”

In fact, recently two young deer were spotted in the drivethru at the Delmar branch. The bank posted a fun picture on Facebook, garnering over 30 reactions. The post included a note about the young family returning to Mama Deer safely.

The KINDness continues with Kinderhook Bank sponsoring many little league teams in the communities they service, recently purchasing a new scoreboard for the Tri Village Little League field in Bethlehem at the opening of the 2018 season.

“We were happy to step up and sponsor the new scoreboard when we found out the team needed it,” McDannold said.

“For many years, Frank Trosset was involved with the league and knew there was a need.”

She added the reason why Kinderhook Bank stands out is because it continues to support important sponsorships like this wherever possible including school programs, food pantries, scout troops, many smaller not-for-profits and other local community programs.

Delmar’s branch is run by Piorentino; Liz Bukowski, senior personal banker, and Tanyah Simmons, and Laura Kennedy, personal bankers. Kelly Bailey, AVP & residential mortgage lending and Frank Trosset, VP of commercial lending are also located at the Delmar branch.

“We are people who love our communities,” McDannold said.

“And we love finding ways to build new relationships that keep us involved and help to grow the communities we serve.”

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ALTAMONT — Longtime Capital District restaurateur Peter Blackman is challenging the long-held perception that the village’s only restaurant is an unapproachable, high-end dining establishment.

At Veronica’s Culinary Tavern, housed in what used to be Mio Vino, Blackman strives to provide a versatile dining experience where everyone is welcome, whether they’ve come to celebrate a special occasion with a fancy dinner or simply enjoy a beer at the bar after finishing yardwork for the day.

Blackman, who’s previously been at the helm of both Mazzone Hospitality’s Apertivo in downtown Schenectady, and White Management’s Mangia Wood Fired Pizza in Slingerlands, admits that Veronica’s could very well be considered the child borne of the other two establishments.

While Blackman’s goal is to provide diners with service and experience that exceeds their expectations, even more

prepared by Johnson & Wales trained Chef Alex Carusone are nothing short of “spectacular.” In fact, the two test and approve each dish that appears on Veronica’s menu.

In the two weeks since the restaurant debuted its new menu, Blackman says the Pappardelle Bolognese, the Buffalo Pork Chop, and the Chicken Oscar are extremely popular. His suggestion for selecting an entree: “If it sounds good to you, then it’s going to be fantastic.”

Blackman considers Veronica’s menu items to be reasonably priced, with entrees and pasta dinners ranging from $20 to $35. The restaurant is also introducing daily specials along with its new 10 to 1 Happy Hour, featuring drinks and small plate items priced from $1 to $10.

Veronica’s Culinary Tavern, located at 186 Main St. in the village of Altamont, is open Tuesday through Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. For more information about the restaurant, including its current menu, visit www.veronicastavern.com. To reserve a table, please call (518) 595-5095.

Vella, Carbone & Associates work to ensure continuity

DELMAR — The attorneys at Vella, Carbone & Associates in Delmar have planned their business to be a continuing presence in the community.

“We often work with multiple generations of the same family and we are building our staff in a manner that ensures continuity for those families,” said Aaron Carbone, one of the founding partners.

Margaret Vella, Carbone and their associates have served the Capital District for many years, concentrating in the areas of trusts and estate planning and administration, elder law, and guardianships for incapacitated individuals.

“We often deal with several issues within a family,” said Vella. “For example: an individual may have died, the surviving spouse now needs a caregiver and their adult children need our help sorting out the next steps.”

The attorneys in the firm often collaborate on planning for clients, which Vella says, “gives our clients the benefit of all of our experience.”

Carbone is an experienced litigator, for

“We often work with multiple generations of the same family and we are building our staff in a manner that ensures continuity for those families.”

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example. “Litigation can be complex,” he said. “And we work hard to explain the process to our clients and obtain a fair outcome for them.”

Good communication is key, according to Vella. “We take the ‘consulting’ part of our profession seriously,” she said.

“We want to create an environment where our clients feel comfortable, ask questions, and tell us if they do not understand something. We want to work in partnership with our clients.”

Their offices are located at 318 Delaware Ave. in Delmar, Suite 23.

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ALBANY — When it comes to commercial real estate, you want to find a reputable agent, or team of agents, who handles each sale as if it were their own.

That’s exactly what you’ll find when you make a visit to The Richer Team.

Each member of The Richer Team holds specific professional expertise, which allows them to bring a unique perspective to meeting the real estate challenges of their clients. A full service commercial real estate team, The Richer Team, under the umbrella of Hanna Commercial Real Estate, possesses experience in all aspects of commercial real estate sales and leasing including land development, professional/ medical office, warehousing, mixed use buildings, hotels, gas stations, restaurants, multifamily apartment buildings and senior housing communities.

“As a result of our dedication, we are recognized by our clients and peers alike for our outstanding service and positive results,” commercial real estate agent Jessica Richer said.

She added the team’s clients benefit from its local presence, as well as vast exposure that rivals national firms, due to the wide berth of territory that Hanna CRE covers. Hanna CRE currently conducts business in seven states, giving it wide recognition while still holding onto its family-owned roots of satisfying customers.

“Many of our clients have to be counseled in the fact that we are in a strong real estate market and their strategies may have to change from what their strategy may have been just two or three years prior,” Richer said. “Now is a good time for buyers to mobilize their

equity from smaller investments into larger investments.”

While the Capital District real estate market is heavily influenced by technological, political and global forces, Richer said this is one of the best times to be purchasing real estate.

“We are continuing to see declining single digit cap rates on investment properties with an increasing interest rate environment,” Richer said. “This would suggest increased demand for commercial real estate investments.”

Richer said everyone looking to purchase real estate or make an investment should look at several agents to see who fits them best.

By doing this, the potential buyer is saving time, money and frustration in the long run. However, many will find exactly what they are looking for in a commercial real estate experience as soon as they walk through the doors of The Richer Team’s offices.

“There are so many pitfalls and potential areas where a buyer and seller can cost themselves time, money and legal aggravation that a real estate expert can alleviate,” she said. “We are committed to listening to our clients and understanding their individual needs and unique business challenges.”

Contact The Richer Team by calling Jessica Richer on her cell at (518) 364-7506, via email at jessicaricher@ HannaCRE.com or by or visiting its office at 20 Aviation Road, Albany.

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3794 Route 145, East Durham, NY

Retail and warehouse buildings on 2.69 acres. Building on left has retail and office, 2 loading docks and two 14 Ft over head doors providing drivethru capacity. Additional office space on 2nd floor. Building on right is approximately 1,728 SF with two 14 foot over head doors providing drivein capacity. Parcel offers plenty of land to drive around the buildings and for outside parking of vehicles. Both buildings are spray foam insulated.

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849 State Route 144, New Baltimore, NY Investor opportunity. United States Postal Service (USPS) has been tenant since 1970’s. Lease in place through January 31, 2024. USPS pays for all taxes, all utilities and Non-Infrastructure Maintenance. Landlord pays for water and sewer and infrastructure maintenance.

Asking Price is $120,000.

57 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY Excellent location, established laundromat in Saratoga Springs. Services include self serve wash/dry, full service wash/fold, tailor services and dry clean drop off. Parking behind building. Owner looking forward to retiring after 32 years in business. Huge upside to business for face lift and added drop off/pickup services for new operator. Sale contingent on landlord/purchaser negotiating new lease. Do not approach business or employees.

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FOR LEASE 1692 Central Avenue, Albany NY Professional Office Building with a four room office suite and private bath on 1st floor for $1,950/month including utilities and a first floor suite approximately 800 SF with reception area that opens into a large room for office or retail use and a separate room for office or storage $1,800/month including utilities. On second floor there are 2 suites available with shared private bathrooms and kitchenette: two room suite $675/month including utilities and 3 room suite $975/month including utilities. Located on Central Ave approximately 1.2 miles from I-87 Exit 2 and private parking for 30+ cars. On CDTA Bus line.

239 Old Maxwell Road, Latham, NY +/- 3,600SF Flex Warehouse/Office Space in Town of Colonie, zoned CO. Located in close vicinity to 87(Northway) Exit 4 with easy ingress/egress. Ideal use for Contractor or Trade Equipment and Material Storage. Price for building and parking in front of Building B only, yard space and additional parking could be included for additional rent. Vehicle lift and compressor in garage. Ceilings pitched from 22’ to 12’. 3 Drive in doors. Building is 60’x60’.

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New Salem Fire Department hosts community event for the 76th time

VOORHEESVILLE — This year marks the 76th Annual Punkintown Fair for the New Salem Volunteer Fire Department.

A favorite summer tradition for many, the

fair is held during the last full weekend in July and offers three evenings of fun-filled activities for the whole family. This year, the Punkintown Fair will take place on Thursday, July 26

through Saturday, July 28, culminating in a fireworks display on Saturday night.

The fair opens each evening at 6 p.m. and admission and parking are free.

Originally held as

a fundraiser for troops overseas, the Punkintown Fair has grown into the largest annual fundraiser for the fire department since its inception in 1949.

“The fair is definitely a community tradition,” said Katy Carl of the Punkintown Fair Committee. “Each year we love seeing so many familiar faces in the crowd!”

In addition to fair games, carnival rides (suitable for every age), great food, live music and karaoke, a fair raffle will award one lucky winner a grand prize of $2,000.

(Second place wins $1,000 and third place wins $500.

There are also smaller items, provided by local businesses, that will be won

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by raffle ticket holders.)

Residents of the fire district receive tickets in the mail and are invited to purchase them for $5, either by mail or at the fair. Everyone else can buy tickets during the fair at the announcer’s booth.

The Punkintown Fair is located directly across the street from the New Salem Fire House in

Voorheesville, at 694 New Salem Road.

“All three nights are sure to be packed with good food and fun,” said Carl.

“We hope to see everyone there again this year!”

Please visit the fire department website at www.newsalemvfd.org for additional information and updates as the event gets closer.

Expand living spaces Major renovations are not always needed

Homeowners looking to add more space to their homes do not necessarily need to make major renovations.

Outdoor living spaces are coveted niches in a home. The American Home Furnishings Alliance says more than 70 percent of American households have outdoor living spaces, and nearly 70 percent of people use these spaces at least once per week in-season. Furthermore, homeowners are increasingly interested in enhancing these spaces to make them more usable and comfortable.

While the creation of outdoor living spaces can cost thousands of dollars depending on the renovation, homeowners have more budget-friendly options at their disposal as well. The following are some ways to create inviting spaces no matter how much square-footage is present.

Revamp a garage or shed

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Rather than turning a storage area into a catch-all for items time forgot, clean out the space and put it to better use. For instance, kids may appreciate their own clubhouse away from the main living area. These spaces also can be handy bonus rooms for when Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate and backyard guests need to seek shelter. Wall art, curtains, a pendant light, and some comfortable outdoor-compatible furniture can quickly transform a space.

Create a relaxing nook Whether there’s a ledge, overhang, small terrace, or porch off the house, turn it into a relaxing area for reading a book or sipping a beverage. Use a few outdoor pillows, pull up a small folding table and dress the area with hanging lights and potted plants for a quiet retreat.

Add privacy to a porch If it’s privacy you covet, install curtain rods and hang lightweight mesh or another translucent material that obscures neighbors’ views without blocking out natural light. Invest in outdoor sofas and chaises to create an outdoor living room right on the porch. If your budget allows, consider closing in the porch as a true three-season room so it can be used throughout fall, spring and summer.

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DELMAR — Delmar Plaza will be receiving a facelift over the next several months, as the owners—a family with deep roots in the area—endeavor to beautify and modernize the property, which received its last makeover about 30 years ago.

“We’re going to put a whole new facade on the front of the whole plaza, except for Hannaford because they just spent millions of dollars redoing their whole store,” explained former state Senator Howard Nolan. “We will also be replacing sidewalks in front of the plaza and doing some work on the parking lot.” The work will begin on Monday, July 16 and is expected to be complete by midNovember.

“We just felt that it’s time,” he continued. “When we bought this plaza, we were the only shopping center in the Town of Bethlehem and now there are many.” Noting

generations past, she said she still believes that they have the best location, “because we are right in the heart of Delmar, and Delmar is a great community!” Nolan said she has been a member of the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce for many years, saying, “They really support their local businesses.”

“We’re going to put a whole new facade on the front of the whole plaza, except for Hannaford because they just spent millions of dollars redoing their whole store. We will also be replacing sidewalks in front of the plaza and doing some work on the parking lot.”

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the increased development in town, he said they are hoping to remain competitive and draw new businesses to occupy the 180 Delaware Avenue location, easily accessible by both Bethlehem and Albany residents.

Currently, the plaza is home to eight eating establishments, including Shalimar, Delmar Bistro and Hidden Cafe, a Greek

restaurant voted best in the region many times. It also boasts two banks, Key and Citizen’s; five health and beauty options; six services (realty, taxes and daycare among them); and six retail stores—for things such as video games, wine, paper, and paint.

One thing Debbie Nolan Murray, Howard’s daughter, would like to see is a wider

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Nolan, smiling as he recalled the relationships he has developed with each Town Supervisor, regardless of party politics.

variety of retailers in the plaza.

While she knows that many do their shopping online these days, she believes (correctly, according to one Facebook survey we conducted) that Delmar residents and other locals would be thrilled to have more clothing and home retail options nearby.

Acknowledging that there may be more options in town than in

Anyone interested in renting space in the plaza, which is usually close to capacity, should call (518) 439-9030 or email Debbie at debbie@thedelawareplaza.com.

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Patients typically need only one appointment, 40 minutes or less — depending on the number of toenails affected.

ALBANY — Every summer Dr. Mark Friedman of Albany Podiatry sees an influx of patients with fungal nails.

Many people ignore the issue during colder months, but sandal season seems to bring a sense of urgency.

Albany Podiatry offers a breakthrough treatment for nail fungus called Clearanail.

This remarkable technology is a drug-free, pain-free medical procedure previously only available in Europe.

Clearanail assists in the treatment of unsightly and embarrassing toenails by penetrating deep to the nail bed where the fungus occurs.

enables topical anti-fungal medications to penetrate beneath the nail plate and wipe out the fungus.

Is it possible to instantly improve the nail’s appearance?

Yes. KeryFlex Nail Restoration System provides an immediate cosmetic solution to unsightly nails.

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The self-contained, 25-acre Kingsway Community campus is family-owned and operated. Whether living independently, in assisted living, memory care, or requiring skilled nursing or shortterm rehabilitation, each resident can expect a variety of benefits and services from a dedicated staff of warm, caring professionals.

If you aren’t ready to come to Kingsway, Kingsway can come to you via Kingsway Home Care Service, where companions, aides or nurses can be of assistance in your own home. Having some help with laundry, housekeeping, meal preparation or errands can often make a big difference.

There is also an adult social day program for seniors who want to get out of the house and spend the day at Kingsway enjoying activities and socialization. For longer stays of two to six weeks, a Respite program is available within assisted living.

Some seniors need assistance with medications and personal care. Kingsway Manor Assisted Living provides such assistance along with restaurant-style dining for all meals, daily housekeeping, linen service, and transportation so residents can relax and enjoy the many social and intellectual life-enrichment programs. Enhanced assisted living levels of care are also available so residents can age-in-place.

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The number of specialty sport camps have blossomed in recent years.

A recent New York Times report suggests the number of summer camps designed specifically for an individual sport has increased by nearly 25 percent within a 10-year period. The same article looked at a soccer camp in California’s Silicon Valley which jumped 10 times its initial size over a 15-year period.

Though soccer continues to trail football, baseball and basketball in popularity, those numbers suggest America’s youth is catching on to the rest of the world’s love affair with the sport.

Jeff Guinn has been around the game of soccer long enough to recognize a

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The Delmar native has coached the game for nearly 30 years — 29 years with the Bethlehem Soccer Club and another 22 years as the head coach of Union College’s soccer program.

“I take from what I learned from being a pro,” said Guinn. “But, the sign of any good coach, you take and borrow from others along the way, too.”

The game is more accessible to today’s children. Where games featuring the world’s top talent was once limited to a single cable network, Guinn said kids can access highlights of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on demand through the internet. It’s now common to see those same names scripted across the backs of his campers each summer.

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enrolled into the program have a genuine interest in the game. Days focus on both individual skills and team working exercises.

Guinn said he’s able to incorporate his unique experience as a soccer professional into his campers’ lessons.

After playing for North Carolina State University, Guinn played seven years as a pro for the Albany Capitals.

Guinn said he won’t promise that each of his campers will become collegiate or professional soccer players, but there is one goal he hopes they all achieve.

“We don’t promise the kids will be pros once they leave,” said Guinn, “but, we do focus on making sure they leave here learning at least something new.”

The hot yoga and other workouts at Radiance Hot Yoga are geared to improve your body, mind, and soul.

Even if the physical work you do at RHY were similar to other places, our environment is unique.

Our yoga is practiced in a room heated by an infrared heating system that is both healing and soothing to the body. Research into heat therapy tells of benefits in circulation, relaxation, skin purification, and other areas. Humidity is also maintained in the room to optimize the environment.

Unlike many hot yoga studios that use forced hot air, our Glenmont studio’s combination of heat, humidity, and constant flow of fresh, filtered air creates a healthy environment free of headaches and stale air.

Practicing in the heated room improves flexibility, strength, and range of motion.

Vital physical balance and optimal body system health is restored, particularly through yoga classes like Bikram and Barkan yoga.

Bikram yoga, or sometimes called 26 & 2, is known for its back healing results.

Radiance yoga is different, too. We focus on instruction and alignment and think of our studio as a school. We aim for our students to learn more about

themselves inside and out through their yoga experiences.

Sometimes discoveries are immediate, i.e. learning to do a properly aligned triangle pose in Bikram, and some learning happens over time, like learning to love the body you live in and treat it with loving kindness.

In every class we teach, including Bikram, Barkan, Yin, Vinyasa, Barre variations, HotHIIT (a core-based, strong, low-impact all over body workout) or Pilates-fusion classes, you will come out stronger, smarter, longer, happier, and ready to come back again.

Visit us at www.radianceyoga.com or email at radiancehotyoga@gmail.com for more information.

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We provide a homey we truly treat neighborhood feel every patient SLINGERLANDS — “What’s like our own.” while keeping up special about us is that we stick to One of the with current medical our motto… we provide a homey only general neighborhood feel while keeping up practices. practices in with current medical practices,” said the region veterinarian and owner, Dr. Lexi Becker. that offers — Dr. Lexi Becker, “Hometown values with state of the art laparoscopic Veterinarian medicine” really does describe the small, surgery, the family practice. The Animal Hospital has practice has and owner been serving the capital region for over 40 developed years, and has helped thousands of pets in reduced the process. pricing, making the procedure more The hospital’s “strong passion for rescue available. The smaller incision, faster animals” will be shown at its ninth annual recovery time and fewer complications make the surgery “much better for patients Pet Adoption Day on Saturday, July 21. overall.”

Becker stated that over the past nine The hospital limits its client base years, the event “has grown beyond our to focus efforts on and develop close wildest expectations.” relationships with clients and patients.

Last year, with the help of Steve The hospital and its staff prides itself in Caporizzo and News Channel 10’s Pet Connection, the event raised over $20,000, valuing the needs and care of each patient.

Pet Adoption Day will take place and over 200 pets were adopted in a fourhour window. The partnership allows dogs on Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Animal Hospital is located at 2 in awful situations to finally be cared for.

Rocking Horse Lane in Slingerlands.

“It’s truly inspiring.”

For more information call (518) 456Becker, who took over the practice 0852 or visit http://theanimalhospital. from her father five years ago, says that com. both the staff and clientele are “lucky in

BALLSTON LAKE — At Lakeside Farms Country Market and Restaurant in Ballston Lake, it’s all about family.

The business started when Robert Pearce bought the Schauber Road farm in 1948 for its 19th century barn and cider press. Today, the place is run by thirdgeneration brothers Rich and Jeff Pearce and has grown to include a restaurant and market, a pavilion for special occasions and a gift shop.

Beyond the cider and cider donuts, which Lakeside Farms is well known for, the family offers a variety of locally grown produce. Among the items for sale are eggs from a farm in Schuylerville, Battenkill milk, local honey, maple syrup from New York and Vermont and New York cheddar cheese.

Lakeside Farm isn’t just about the local produce and products. It’s also about the food! Lakeside Farms really began to diversify in the early 1980s, when it sold sandwiches and pies in the store.

When that became popular, the business expanded to offer a breakfast menu in 1990, and then a full-blown dining area was created in the late 1990s.

It was also in the late 1990s when the Pearce’s built a pavilion for special events.

Today, the pavilion is used for large celebrations including graduation parties and weddings, as well as Class Reunions and an annual antique show.

The Ye Olde Farmhouse Gift Shoppe at Lakeside Farm is split into several theme rooms, including a children’s room and an Adirondack section. The Gift Shoppe offers a large variety of items including curtains/valances, specialty kitchen items, seasonal decorations, greeting cards, Christmas ornaments and clothing.

Pearce said the response to the gift shop has been strong. “A lot of people were in there last year because they were interested in seeing what we did with the house,” he said.

Between the gift shop, the pavilion, the restaurant and its famous cider and cider donuts, Lakeside Farms is primed to be a family favorite for generations to come.

“It’s been a generation-to-generation type of thing. Parents bring their children here, and their children bring their children,” said Pearce.

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DELMAR — ”In 50-plus years, no one has ever been turned down for lack of money,” said Stephen Meyers of Meyers Funeral Home at 741 Delaware Ave. in Delmar.

During that time, he and his father Ben, who founded the home in 1968, have directed everything from “immediate disposition to the Taj Mahal” of funerals, he said, but no one has ever been turned away because they couldn’t pay.

Most of those who have been bereaved, according to Meyers, are not aware of the options available to them when a loved one dies and there may not be much money left behind to cover funeral expenses.

“There are benefits out there, but people don’t know where to look,” said Meyers. “A big part of my job is finding assets for people that they didn’t know they had.” For instance, Meyers explained, the county will often cover many of the expenses, but each county has a different policy and it can be difficult information to find during a time of grief. In addition to Medicaid assistance, he said that there are additional veteran’s benefits as well,

their spouses at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in many cases.

“Some counties are more difficult than others to work with,” he explained. “Other counties, it’s just a phone call and you can get a confirmation the next day. But, as long as we know the process is in order, we can go ahead and work with the families.”

Meyers said he probably goes through that process four to six times a month, often with families from the various nearby counties.

“We have a very flexible policy,” he said.

“No two people are the same, and so no two funerals should be the same. We can meet needs at both ends of the spectrum and everything in between.”

Joking that he could write a book about the funerals he has directed, Meyers declined to share any of those stories out of respect for the families.

“Remember that is someone’s loved one that you’re taking care of,” he said. “So I always use the utmost professionalism and courtesy.”

New banquet facilities are a hit

COLONIE — Locally owned and operated on Wolf Road for nine years, and surrounded by huge chains stores, restaurants and hotels, Wolf ’s has undergone some changes in the past year.

Last December, the huge game room in the back was converted into a banquet hall and owner Mike Diraddo said the response has been fantastic.

“We felt the business model had to shift and we felt that with the square footage we had to offer that this was the way to go,” he said of the spot that can comfortably seat 275 people. “Our staff works very hard on food preparation and presentation and people have been unbelievably impressed.”

The restaurant was known for bar-type food and while that is still an option for patrons, Diraddo and staff are focusing more on its traditional sit down meals of steak, sea food and pasta.

The restaurant also offers a family-style menu — platters of different food that can then all be shared among larger parties so everyone can try different things — which Diraddo said has been a very popular choice.

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for a nice meal to the large groups of people like an office coming in after work or an athletic team or a bus full of people on a trip,” he said. “It’s not unusual for us to have a group of 50 or 60 without a reservation.”

The new draw, though, is the banquet hall and Diraddo expects the months of July and August, historically a slow time of year, to be his busiest in 2019.

“We are locally owned and operated on Wolf Road where there is chain restaurant after chain restaurant,” he said. “We constantly have to re-invent ourselves to keep the customers happy while still offering a great meal at a great price.”

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ALBANY — The College of Saint Rose is running its 26th annual Summer Academy for Youth for students in grades six through ten.

The camp offers 60 classes in a variety of disciplines including math, science, art, technology, performing arts, history, writing, music, business and athletics. The focus is to provide fun and educational summer experiences in an effort to increase understanding in a given subject matter and to foster summer learning on a college campus.

Classes are not college level, but the goal is to provide key concepts and ideas related to the subject, while supplementing it with hands on activities, field trips and guest speakers. Material focuses on subjects and skills not commonly encountered in school and allows students the opportunity to delve into a new area of interest.

The instructors are either certified teachers, college professors or experts in the respective fields.

The camp is in its second week and there are three weeks left.

Notable classes for 2018 include screen printing, astronomy, mystery and

improvisation, environmental technology and sculpture.

“The mission of the Summer Academy is to provide students with a fun and educational experience in the summer months, and to get them excited about new areas of study,” said John Hunter, program director.

All classes are held on the College of Saint Rose campus at 432 Western Ave. The majority are held in classroom type settings but some may use theater spaces, recording studios, computer labs, TV studios or art space.

Lunch is part of the tuition for any student attending a full day of Summer Academy classes. All necessary supplies will be provided such as CDs, art supplies and computers. Students are welcome to bring a notebook and writing utensils if they desire.

Visit www.strose.edu/summer to view a complete list of classes or to register online. Last-minute registrations are welcome.

Call (518) 454-5144 for more information.

GLENMONT — “It’s gonna be great” is more than a slogan at Great Clips — It’s a promise.

Great Clips is largest hair salon brand in the world with more than 4,300 locations in the U.S. and Canada and three in the Capital District – Troy, Clifton Park and Glenmont.

“We make it easy on the customer, and we are the best at doing that,” said Gaurav Nawani, the franchise owner of the three stores mentioned above, about what sets Great Clips apart from the competition.

He said the salons are open extended hours to accommodate customers and Great Clips set an industry standard by offering an online check in to make it easy for customers to make a quasireservations.

Rather than walk in the salon and adding your name to the waiting list, a customer can add his or her name online and walk-in to get a haircut at their own convenience without having to wait a long time. Customers can also take advantage of an online check-in feature by downloading the Great Clips app.

“You can get a great haircut at your convenience without breaking the vault,” he said.

Also he said, the salons offer a shared database of their customer’s preferences.

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DELMAR — “Regardless of their age, the number one thing we hear when we meet a client for the first time is that they are overwhelmed and do not know where to begin,” said Michelle Kavanaugh-Anastasi, CEO and founder of Organize Senior Moves, LLC. Organize Senior Moves (OSM) is an independentlyowned moving management company trained and certified to work with clients during what can often be a stressful and emotional time, particularly for those going through the process of downsizing their possessions late in life. A member of the National Association of Senior Moving Managers, OSM also offers organization services and can help you stage your home for sale at any time of life.

Working with the client and, often, their family, OSM facilitates the move, while the

client makes all the choices and directs the process. “Oftentimes, our clients are not only anxious about the move, but are also reluctant to say goodbye to some of their possessions,” said Kavanagh. “Many of which they’ve had for many years.”

Eric Johnson and his brother found themselves in need of help when it was time for their mother to downsize to a smaller, more manageable living situation.

They both live out of the state and neither was able to handle the daunting process alone. So Johnson found OSM and spoke

with Kavanaugh.

“After our free, onehour assessment, we develop a plan of attack,” explained Kavanaugh.

“If you allow somebody to help you with the process, moving can be done very quickly and efficiently.

“They were able to talk with my mom about what it means to get moving and what options they have,” said Johnson. “And not just about the logistics, but also about the change aspect—and to make it feel more positive.”

The process is simple. First, the new space is measured and a layout is chosen. Then, OSM works with the client to decide which items they will keep, and which they will sell, donate, give to family members or simply toss. The client is then packed up, moved and finally unpacked in their new space — including placement of furniture, hanging pictures, unpacking personal

items, putting away dishes and making beds.

“At the time she was in a nursing home recovering from surgery and they would FaceTime with her and walk her through her place so she could pick out the things she wanted to bring with her and make decisions about the rest,” he said. “They also took pictures and created a shared library.” The team was good about guiding his mother through the process of downsizing things as simple as silverware, he noted, so she wouldn’t be bringing more than she really needed. “From 12 forks to four.”

“They were super trustworthy too,” he continued, explaining that OSM staff found an envelope filled with cash that his mom had “squirreled away” and contacted them right away.

On the day of the move, OSM had everything ready and Johnson said the new place was ready for his mother to move into within 24 hours. They also organized and tagged the remaining items

heading to different locations.

“The most exciting part of our job is the day we move clients,” said Kavanaugh, who is clearly passionate about the work she does. “When our clients walk in to view their new home, the expressions on their faces are priceless.”

“Michelle [Kavanaugh] is awesome to work with,” said Johnson. “She’s totally on her game.”

“Whatever the client needs to make the move easier and less stressful,” said Kavanaugh. “Our team is dedicated to creating the confidence that a client needs to make the necessary decisions during a difficult transition. We will work closely with them to ensure their comfort, happiness and peace of mind.”

Visit their Delmar location at 125 Adams Street between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., or call (518) 6216568 to schedule a free, one-hour consultation.

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DELMAR — “Building an oral health home for families where comprehensive, top-of-the-line dental services were easily accessible was my goal,” said Dr. Thomas Abele, who, since 1969, has been a pioneer and leader in the dental sciences in the Capital District. “With the support of a talented and dedicated staff, I hope I have achieved that.”

By offering a total spectrum of care for all ages, Abele eliminates the need for patients to move from doctor to doctor to achieve optimal oral health, comfort and beauty. Early on, he spent the additional hours of training to become qualified in dental implant technology and root canal therapy. His consistent reinvestment in his practice ensures that patients are offered the latest in minimally invasive approaches, digital imaging, laser power and sedation dentistry.

“Dental medicine, most pointedly when encompassing cosmetic dentistry, is definitely an art,” said Abele. “Every aesthetic aspect of a patient’s face must be taken into consideration when addressing reconstructive procedures, whether in the application of veneers and crowns or

restorations with implants.”

Because Abele works closely with the technicians of his on-site dental lab, issues such as tooth color and shape are seamlessly addressed. His deep experience in placing dental implants, including the latest in genetically coated bone grafting, when required, and beautifully designed tooth restorations is renowned.

Citing the importance of patient education, Abele said, “Although I personally feel responsible for my patients’ oral health, they have to ‘buy in.’ That requires helping them understand why compliance with good oral health habits, including attention to their gums, can make them healthier and happier. I enjoy taking the time needed to answer questions and provide ongoing support.

“As much as I have always enjoyed the research and ongoing education that dental medicine requires in order to stay at the top of the game,” said Abele, “I most enjoy the results I see in my much valued patients. They are the ones who make me look good.”

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SCOTIA — Mr. Kelly was born in Coral Gables, Florida. As a child he lived in Guatemala and England, and spent most of his school years in Pennsylvania.

He attended Wake Forest University in the ROTC program. During college he played football, and at a game against Duke University he met a Marine Colonel who was head of ROTC. He told Sam if he did real well he would like to transfer his commission into the Marine Corp.

During his military career he became a helicopter pilot, and he served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969 training other pilots. He had a varied career as an aviator, serving as a pilot in Jacksonville, Florida, flying for a small jet company, and working for the Howard Hughes Tool Company’s aviation department in Houston, Texas. He has a MA in Aviation.

After Sam retired he divided his time between Stuart Beach, Florida and his condo in Portland, Maine, where his son also lived. He and his wife had divorced.

After surgery on a broken ankle his health problems increased and he was no longer able to live independently due to the risk of falling, so he moved to upstate New York to be nearer his daughter and grandchildren. His daughter

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Sam said that at Judson Meadows, his health issues are addressed immediately and he likes it there Sam Kelly III very much.

It took Sam very little time to adjust to life at Judson Meadows. He finds nursing and management to be very accommodating.

“They bend over backwards to make residents happy,” Sam says. He enjoys the family atmosphere. “Everyone knows everyone else.” Sam noted that he is more social than he ever was before, and participates in all of the activities.

Sam’s attitude toward life is that it’s better to be pro-active and take charge.

“You can make the best of the situation, or you can feel sorry for yourself ” is his philosophy.

It seems he’s certainly chosen to make the best of life by spending it at Judson Meadows.

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SCHENECTADY — This summer, The Open Door Bookstore & Gift Gallery has a fun way for you to get caught reading.

First, snap a photo of yourself, a friend, a family member, or your pet reading in a recognizable or unusual location in Schenectady County.

Then, post your photo to the store’s Facebook page by Wednesday, Aug. 15, and “like” it for your chance to win. The three photos receiving the most likes will win a prize.

Winners will be announced during an end of summer party held at the store on Sunday, Aug. 25.

That’s not the only party taking place at The Open Door this summer.

On Tuesday, July 31, bring the whole family for crafts and other activities to

celebrate Harry Potter’s 20th birthday.

Adults and children are encouraged to come in costume for the chance to win prizes.

Speaking of parties, are you looking for a one-of-a-kind gift to give someone for a special occasion?

Longtime store owner Janet Hutchison and her staff take great pride in their ability to find the perfect gift for any man, woman, or child, whether the recipient is a book lover or not.

While The Open Door is well known for its emphasis on children’s and localinterest titles, Hutchison believes its gift gallery sets it apart from its competitors, by featuring a variety of personal and home accessories, such as FinchBerry handcrafted soaps, Joy Susan vegan leather accessories, Le Souk hand painted ceramics and kitchen ware, and Wild & Wolf ’s stylish, functional products for men.

The Open Door Bookstore & Gift Gallery, located at 128 Jay St., across from City Hall, in downtown Schenectady, is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (until 8 p.m. on Thursday) and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information about upcoming events, sales, and available products, please visit its website at www.opendoorbookstore.com.

Window air conditioning units help people who do not have a central cooling system stay cool when temperatures rise.

When shopping for window air conditioners, consumers will no doubt encounter the acronym BTU. BTU stands for British Thermal Unit, which is a traditional measurement of heat, defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit at sea level. While BTUs may make sense when determining heat output of gas grills or the warming capacity of a heating appliance, just what do heating units have to do with air conditioners?

According to Compact Appliance, when BTUs are used in relation to air conditioning systems, the measurement expresses how many BTUs can be removed from the air per hour, essentially reflecting how well heat can be extracted from a room and cooled by the unit.

While it may seem like having the highest BTU rating would always be ideal, this isn’t always the case. Cooling a room too quickly with an oversized unit may result in the appliance having to cycle on and off frequently, eventually overworking the air conditioner’s compressor and potentially shortening its life span.

Similarly, using a unit that doesn’t have enough BTUs will prevent the air conditioner from making a room comfortable, potentially compelling users to run the appliance in excess.

Instead, consumers need to find the right unit for their needs. Measuring

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the square footage of a room and then comparing it against BTU guidelines for particular air conditioner units is a great way to ensure you find the right window unit. According to the home improvement experts at Lowes, the following are the advised BTU ratings matched up with room sizes: • 150 to 350 square feet: 5,000 to 8,000 BTUs • 350 to 550 square feet: 8,000 to 12,000 BTUs • 550 to 1,050 square feet: 12,000 to 18,500 BTUs • 1,050 to 1,600 square feet: 18,500 to 25,000 BTUs. Other factors will influence cooling capability as well.

Consider whether a room gets a lot of sun or shade, and then adjust the BTU rating accordingly.

Second-story rooms may have more ambient heat. Also, the number of occupants in a room may drive up the temperature, which may require purchasing a larger unit.

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CLARKSVILLE — Tucked away in the foothills of the Helderberg Mountains is the Jake Moon Restaurant and Café.

In addition to featuring the work of Chef Dan Smith, who offers an eclectic mix of fresh foods and restaurant-baked goods, the restaurant makes every effort to give back to the local economy by buying its supplies from local farmers and vendors.

The restaurant also offers a full line of specialty items for your party needs — from simple barbecue dishes to elegant selections that are proven crowd pleasers and make your event special. They can also create special occasion cakes and centerpieces.

Smith grew up in Ulster County and has lived in the Capital District since 1997, when he took a job as executive chef at Nicole’s Bistro in downtown Albany.

He moved to Clarksville in 2007, and hopes Jake Moon will “serve as a focal point and meeting place for the local community while drawing people from farther away to appreciate the beauty and unique worth of Clarksville and the wider hilltown community.”

Some of the local businesses Smith purchases supplies from include: Meadowbrook Arms Dairy, Champlain Valley Flour, Schoharie Farms, Harney & Son Tea Trader, Capital City Coffee Roasters, Charles Groesbeck Grassfed Beef, Randy Rapp Maple Syrup and Windy Hill Farm.

“Jake Moon is a place where dollars spent on great food are passed back to local farmers, helping to keep farming a viable economic activity right here in the greater Capital District,” according to the restaurant’s website. “In supporting us you are also supporting area farmers, and voting with your dollars to preserve the agrarian values that have defined the character of this region since time immemorial.”

Hours of operation are breakfast and lunch on Wednesday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; breakfast and brunch Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; dinner Thursday through Saturday 5 to 9 p.m.; drinks and light fare Thursday through Saturday 3 to 5 p.m.

The restaurant is located on Route 443, 2082 Delaware Turnpike, 7.5 miles from the four corners in Delmar headed towards Thacher Park.

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into their Stonewall Plaza location on New Scotland Road to pick up a quick slice or an entire pie.

SLINGERLANDS — Pizza can be That convenience is always nice for jetlike a car, said Cosimo Crupi; while some setting families. There’s also the matter of are nice, a few can be luxurious. quality, said Crupi. The difference between That’s how Crupi starts to describe an economy class car and a luxury sedan is Pizza By Dominick. The pizza joint he the attention placed on the details. runs with his brother, Dominick DeLeo, Ask a pizza guy what makes a great has been the go-to place for families. pizza, and the conversation turns into “A lot of our customers, mom is at one an education. There’s the dough. What place and dad is at another, so they walk in needing a quick bite to eat,” said Crupi. goes into the dough, and how long do you let it sit. Yeah. There’s a process that That’s the kind of life, Crupi said, he goes beyond waiting for it to rise. And, sees most often with his customers. He said he sees it with families who are often one simple question about his and his brother’s award-winning sauce turns split between two different activities. into a half-hour, one-sided conversation; There’s dance practice next door, but a one, at which, I am unable to divulge the soccer game across town, and both are at details. the same time.

“There is an attention to the details,” Local parents don’t necessarily struggle said Crupi. “That’s what makes the with finding a bite to eat for dinner. For more than 25 years, they’ve been walking difference.”

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The top selling agent in the Capital District

Business 2018 Spotlight On Business 2018 Spotlight On Gucciardo Real Estate does more than sell houses

At a young age, Anthony Gucciardo knew that he was destined to sell homes in the Capital District. He not only started hosting open houses for Robert Marini Builders (now Marini Homes, LLC) while he was still in high school, but also spent time on weekends familiarizing himself with the model homes in Marini’s Dutch Meadows development in Latham.

“I never was the typical kid. I have been working since I was 12,” Gucciardo explained.

Fast forward a few years, and Gucciardo is now the Capital District’s top-selling real estate agent. He was honored during the Women’s Council of Realtors’ 2017 Breakfast of Champions for selling $52 million, $10 million more than his nearest competitor, in real estate in 2017. That same year, his firm also closed more than $98 million in sales.

When asked about his success, Gucciardo says, “It’s a true passion for me and the fact that I started at such a young age getting my name out there helped a great deal. It comes down to pricing

property appropriately and treating clients respectfully and not telling them what they want to hear, but rather reality. I am not always right, but try my hardest to pinpoint pricing.”

Gucciardo who has resided in Latham since 1985, first started in real estate in 2002, and will mark his 16th full year in the business in August. He and his parents, who retired from their long careers to assist their son with his business, just opened a new office in Latham at 1074 Troy Schenectady Road, across from Keeler Motor Car. He and his associates make it a point to give back to the community they also call home.

Although his company’s primary mission is to sell homes, it will also purchase homes as-is at fair market value less expenses to guarantee a 30 day turn around if the seller so desires.

While he believes that most sellers care about selling for the highest price, he also knows that some sellers are very smart and realize that keeping a house on the market for years and years is not a constructive use

about roofs, water tanks, of their time. insurance, and other “We always have an maintenance items,” he option B and an option explains, adding that “It C should the seller want alternatives that will fit also usually costs much their needs”, Gucciardo less than the average said. “We take pride assisted living facility per in our business and se and sellers have no making sure our clients’ moving expenses at all.” have more than just His mother, Theresa a traditional Realtor Gucciardo, serves as program.” the company’s leasing Gucciardo’s newest and property manager. program has attracted While seniors may need many senior citizens. the assistance of an aide After his company or a family member, purchases a senior they won’t have to citizen’s home at fair worry about their home market value, it offers because Gucciardo’s him or her a lease which GUCCIARDO company will make remains in effect as long certain their house is as he or she wants. “It well cared for. “We fix works out well because things immediately,” said Gucciardo. “It’s the senior citizen who has lived in the home for 30 or 40 years gets to stay where my name out there and its imperative that they are comfortable and not have to worry all clients are happy.”

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