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Posted on 03/29/2020

First-Time Homebuyers: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay It’s part of the American DNA to want to own a home. It can be your immense joy or become a nightmare if you don’t avoid some of these first-time buyer lapses in judgment. What to Avoid Overbuying. The mantra used to be “buy the biggest house you can afford.” After all...

Home Buying

Mistakes

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Posted on 03/23/2020

Another Property Sold - 174 Gage Hill Rd, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846

Huge price adjustment! Make this unique, spacious contemporary on 12 acres yours today! Offers privacy surrounded by nature but yet less than 5 miles to Lake George and the Northway. The main floor has a beautiful great room with a stone fireplace, 2 beds, bath and a 4 season room...great for relaxing! The walk out basement could easily be an inlaw suite with a master bedroom/bath, family room and it's own artsy, 4 season, enclosed porch...even has a woodstove. This was used primarily as a vacation home but why not feel like you are on vacation year round! Furnishings can stay so all you need to do is pack a bag. Taxes and assessment...

Real Estate

Lake Luzerne

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Posted on 03/22/2020

Does your Roof Need to be Repaired? Here's How to Tell

Photo by Joel Dunn via Pixabay Your roof is an important part of your home, and for something of its size, it is surprisingly delicate. Even minor problems can have a lasting impact on the integrity of your home. Learning how to spot some of the most common problems allows you to seek out help when you need...

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 03/15/2020

Use Common Sense During the House Selling Journey

Common sense is powerful, particularly for those who plan to sell a house in the near future. If you use common sense as you consider myriad home selling decisions, you may be better equipped than ever before to make the best-possible choices. Now, let's look at three tips to help you take a common sense-oriented approach to selling your...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 03/08/2020

When Is the Best Day to Hold an Open House?

Photo by Paul Brennan via PixabayThe Open House is just a part of the marketing strategy to effectively sell a home, but it can be an important one. The number of people it attracts can strongly correlate with both the number and quality of the offers you receive. So while you may not have the luxury of selling...

Open House

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Posted on 03/01/2020

Home-Flipping in 2020: Three Areas to Invest In

Image by Mark Ort from Pixabay While house-flipping in general is slowing down, and profits are slowly decreasing, there are still a few places left worth flipping. Here, real estate investors can score big returns by buying foreclosed or distressed properties, renovating and then selling them. If you're an investor who's looking to dive in, these five U.S....

Flipping Homes

Home Flipping

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Posted on 02/29/2020

Another Property Rented - 107 Middle Rd #house #105, Lake George, NY 12845

Minutes from the Village of Lake George and I-87, this spacious well-maintained home offers one bedroom and 1.5 bathrooms on the first floor, and two bedrooms and 1 full bath on the second floor. Also featuring a large kitchen and first floor laundry! There is a fabulous outdoor covered entertainment space (shared) in the backyard or spend your Summer and Fall days on the large front porch! Applicants must provide credit check, background check, and strong references when submitting their application. Listing for rental is noted as #107 Middle Dr., there are multiple buildings on this property. The single family home for rent is #105....

Real Estate

Lake George

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Posted on 02/23/2020

Common Home Selling Problems and How to Avoid Them

Selling a house should be quick and easy. Yet issues may arise that make it tough to enjoy a fast, profitable house selling experience. Common problems that come up during the home selling journey include: 1. Lack of Curb Appeal Dedicate time and resources to bolster your residence's curb appeal – you'll be glad you did. Remember, your residence...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 02/21/2020

Another Property Sold - 26 Terra Cotta Av, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Cheaper than Renting!!!! If a Glens Falls home in great shape and lower taxes is what your looking for this is the home for you.With an open floor plan and private back yard in this quiet neighborhood. Three bedroom's up and newer kitchen with plenty of room to entertain all your family inside and out .Deck off the back yard and off street parking is a plus too.Move in condition and still time to be ready for the holidays...

Real Estate

Glens Falls

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Posted on 02/17/2020

Another Property Rented - 277 Warren St #Unit A, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Off street parking and conveniently located near Glens Falls Hospital and downtown Glens Falls area. This is a lovely newly remodeled side by side duplex. Completely new from top to bottom. Dining Room and side porch are nice bonuses. This unit also has a full basement with W/D hookup with lots of storage space.Tenant pays for gas and electric. Tenant is responsible for garbage removal, snow removal and lawn/yard...

Real Estate

Glens Falls

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Posted on 02/16/2020

Tips to Make Your Foyer More Inviting

Image by Lisa Fotios via Pexels If you're like many busy homeowners, the foyer of your home is sometimes treated as an afterthought. It probably contains functional items such as a coat rack and a place to put shoes, but it may lack the aesthetics necessary to provide an inviting introduction to your home. Fortunately, strategies exist designed...

Decor

Home Improvement

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Posted on 02/13/2020

Video Tour - 277 Warren St #Unit A, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Off street parking and conveniently located near Glens Falls Hospital and downtown Glens Falls area. This is a lovely newly remodeled side by side duplex. Completely new from top to bottom. Dining Room and side porch are nice bonuses. This unit also has a full basement with W/D hookup with lots of storage space. Owner pays for town serviced trash and sewer. Tenant pays for gas and electric. Tenant is responsible for snow removal and lawn/yard...

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