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Summer Real Estate
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2 • June 2016
Real Estate
9 Edward St., Malone
A-1 condition, 3 bedrooms
home in village.
MLS 135183. $74,900
110 Park St., Malone
Beautiful, well kept home, 4
bedrooms, 2 bath Village Home.
MLS 147289. $134,900
Reduced from $225,000
11 Harding St., Malone
3 bedrooms, 1 bath, nice great
room, interior remodeled.
MLS 147476. $119,900.
Reduced from $149,900
154 Lake Road, Bellmont
3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Year round
home on Chateaugay Lake
Narrows. MLS 149466.
Price reduced to $249,900.
Reduced from $289,900
11495 St. Rte 30, Malone
13.5 acres, 3 bedrooms,
handyman special, interior
gutted - MLS 149731. $29,900
84 Grand View Drive, Malone
4.5 acres, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath,
nice country lot. Spacious rms, 1
car att. and two car det. gar, plus
storage building.
MLS 150157. $115,000.
Reduced from $149,900
76 Fleury Rd., Burke
86 acre farm, with 5 bedrooms,
1 bath home. 24’x48’ shop,
37’x80’ pole shed, 40 cow
tie stall farm. MLS 153369.
$258,000
64 Simms Rd., Chateaugay
3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 16’x80’
(1998) mobile home, secluded
lot, very good condition.
MLS 153432. $55,000
75 West Main St., Chateaugay
2 bedrooms, 2 bath, home on
1.98 acres, stone fireplace, sun
room, hot water heat.
MLS 153462. $157,000
441 Studley Hill Rd., Duane
Camp located on 80 acres, has all
season 16’x40’ camp near road. and
360 sq. ft. cabin located in rear of
lot accessed by 4 wheeler. Hunters
dream. MLS 154682. $130,000
2448 St., Rt. 11, Bangor
106 Park St., Malone
4 bedrooms, 1 full, 1 half bath.
3 bedrooms, 1 full, 1 half bath.
Beautiful hardwood trim & flooring. Home in good condition on corner
Fresh paint, storage building
lot in Village. Priced to sell.
and fenced yard.
MLS 150479. $45,000.
Reduced from $79,900
MLS 154742. $115,000
7 Lawrence Ave, Malone
Newly renovated 4 bedroom,
2 bath home in nice
residential neighborhood.
MLS# 145406. $99,500.
Reduced from $119,900
128 Rod Fox Rd., Owls Head
2 bedrooms, 1 bath cottage
on Indian Lake, 204’ of water
frontage. New roof, automatic
generator back up.
MLS 151191. $269,000
5 Donahue Rd., Malone - 4 BR,
1 bath, 1.98 acre lot. Inc. 3 BR
mobile home currently rented
out at $450/month. 250’ of water
frontage on Trout River.
MLS 150699. $129,900.
Reduced from $159,000
262 W. Main St., Malone, NY
4009 St. Rte 37, Westville
4 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 half bath,
3 bedrooms, 2 bath, interior of
zoned commercial and residential. home has spacious rooms, must
Could be used as an office with see interior of home. 3 car garage
and storage building. 1.5 acre lot.
living quarters. MLS 153225.
MLS 155859. $175,000
$98,000. Reduced from $175,000
124 Travers Road, Malone
4 bedrooms, 1 full, 1 half bath,
2 car garage, all on 47.5 acres,
interior remodeled, above ground
pool. Great hunting.
MLS 155880. $119,000
979 St., Rte 11, Moira
3 bedrooms, 1 bath modular
home on .25 acres. New metal
roof, water filtration system,
handicap accessible.
MLS 156390. $39,000
Investment Property - Flat Rock
Rd. 4 units (3 - 2 BR), (1 - 3BR).
Located on 8 acres of wooded
land. Ideal country setting.
MLS 148854. $150,000
RENT THIS YEAR-ROUND
Investment Property - Park St. A-1
con-dition duplex (2 - 1BR) newly
renovated thruout - acros from
Hospital and 100% occupancy rate
excellent $ return. MLS 150480.
$99,900. Reduced from $129,900
Investment Property - 35 Depot
St., Chateaugay. 3 unit complex.
(2 - 2 BR), (1 - 1BR) well
maintained. Great money maker.
MLS 155865. $84,000
Luxury 4 BR Cottage, Lower Chateaugay
Lake by the week. Cottage value 1/2
million. Fully furn-ished. Includes non
motorized boats, 3 full floors, all over
looking lake. Limited weeks $2,200 per
week. 100+ water tank
LAND
Elm Street, Malone - 2.5 acre lot w/250’ frontage. Just past
Malone Plumbing & Heating on left. $20,000
Junction Road, Malone - 2.5 acre lot w/310’ frontage. Good
building lot close to village. $20,000
Constable, Burke Townline Road, Constable - 58.61 acres.
Good hunting area, could be good building lot. $42,000
Travers Road, Malone - 2.86 acre building lot with great views.
Good neighborhood. $20,000
Kelly Road, Ft. Covington - 49.24 acres. Owner financing
available. $66,500
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June 2016 • 3
Real Estate
First-time home buyers often overwhelmed
Metro Media
Buying a home for the first
time is an exciting period in a
person’s life. Deciding to buy
a home often indicates buyers are ready to establish firm
roots in a community where
they can see themselves living
for years to come.
The process of buying
a home is rarely easy, and
first-time buyers may feel
overwhelmed at times. Such
feelings are perfectly normal
and felt by first-time buyers
regardless of their budgets or
home preferences. But there
are a few ways to make buying
a home more enjoyable than it
is nerve-wracking.
n Examine your finances.
The first step toward buying a
home has nothing to do with
deciding if you prefer a craftsman- or Tudor-style home.
Before you even begin your
search for a home, carefully examine your finances to determine how much is coming in
and how much is going out of
your household each month.
Figure out how much debt
you are currently carrying, be
it student loan, automotive,
consumer or any other types of
debt. Order a credit report so
you can see how prospective
lenders are likely to see you,
and address any errors you
find on the report before meeting with any lenders. Peruse
past bank statements to track
your spending habits, looking
for areas where you might be
able to scale back if need be.
n Be prepared when visiting
lenders. Prospective borrowers can make the home-buying
process go smoothly by having all of the necessary documentation ready when visiting
potential lenders. Many mortgage lenders will want to see
some recent pay stubs (from
both borrowers if buying with
a spouse or partner), a couple
years’ worth of W-2s and tax
returns, as well as your recent
bank statements. You can always call ahead and ask lenders
what they need to see when applying for a loan. Having these
materials ready in advance
means you will spend less time
at the bank and more time finding the right home for you.
n Secure financing before
you begin house hunting.
Many first-time home buyers
might not realize the benefits of securing financing before they begin looking for a
home. Mortgage pre-approval
lets buyers know how much a
bank will loan them, meaning
they won’t spend time looking
at homes they can’t afford. In
addition, pre-approval means
buyers won’t lose out on their
dream homes as they scramble to secure financing after
making an offer.
METRO MEDIA
Buying a home for the first time can be an exciting, yet challenging, experience.
n Work with a local real estate agent. Real estate agents
are an invaluable resource to
home buyers and are especially valuable to those buyers who
have never before purchased a
home. Agents can help firsttime buyers navigate the often
confusing and, at times, disappointing process of buying a
home. Choose an agent who is
established in the area where
you want to buy a home. He or
she can provide information
about local property taxes and
schools as well as a multitude
of additional issues that firsttime buyers may not think of.
Agents also know the lay of the
land regarding home prices,
which can ease first-time buyers’ fears about overpaying for
their first homes.
A home is the biggest purchase many people will ever
make. First-time buyers may
be intimidated as they begin
searching for their homes, but
there are several ways to make
the process go smoothly.
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4 • June 2016
Real Estate
Budget-friendly ways to add curb appeal
Metro Media
Curb appeal can help a
home get noticed in a bustling
real estate market. Curb appeal also can contribute to the
aesthetics of a neighborhood
for residents who plan to stay
put, and many homeowners
feel an attractive exterior is just
as important as a comfortable
interior.
Homeowners do not have to
spend a fortune to improve the
curb appeal of their homes.
With these strategies, anyone’s home can take on a more
appealing look.
Clean up
A messy, untamed front yard
can detract from a perfectly
acceptable home. Cleaning
up your yard and home’s exterior is one of the easiest and
most cost-effective ways to
give the place a makeover. Cut
back overgrown shrubs, plants
and trees. Make sure the front
door is clearly visible and that
any walkways are edged and
accessible. Store garbage pails
behind a barrier and keep trash
out of sight. Store children’s
toys in the backyard rather
than strewn across the front
lawn. These simple steps can
improve curb appeal instantly.
Spruce up the lawn
A well-manicured lawn
can go a long way to making a
home more appealing. If your
thumb is anything but green,
hire a professional lawn and
garden service to help you establish a lush, green lawn.
Dress to impress
The entryway to a home is
the first thing visitors will see.
Be sure the front door and
entryway are in good repair.
A pop of color can’t hurt, either. If you do not like the idea
of painting the door a vivid
hue, dress it up with a colorful
wreath or another decorative
accent. Carry your interior design style to the outdoors as
well. Welcoming accents, such
as cushioned chairs or potted
plants, also add curb appeal.
Consider painting house numbers on a terra-cotta pot and
filling it with plants. The pot
will be decorative and functional.
Rely on symmetry
Symmetry is pleasing to the
eye and easy to arrange. Use
it to frame your entryway and
throughout your property.
Symmetrical use of lighting
fixtures, plants, trees, and decorative items really can have
an impact.
Don’t forget lighting
Outdoor lighting adds appeal and safety to a property.
METRO MEDIA
Curb appeal can set your home apart, and improving curb appeal doesn’t have to be expensive.
Use lighting to accent a special landscaping feature or
to illuminate a walkway. Few
people enjoy approaching a
dark home, and outdoor lighting can ensure your property
always is well-lit. Remember,
curb appeal is applicable both
day and night.
Improving on curb appeal
can make a big difference in
how others view your home.
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Finishing up that basement can really pay off
By SCOTT McGILLIVRAY
Metro Media
If today’s real estate market
has you frazzled, a home renovation project may be just
the right answer. With home
prices on the rise, finishing a
basement is the latest trend
towards building even more
equity in the home.
A finished basement can
offer a little extra room and
give a growing family space
to breathe, and with so many uses, a renovated basement may be exactly what
your home is missing. It can
provide additional storage, a
sound-proofed media room,
craft room, guest room, or income suite. The possibilities
are endless. Here are some tips
on how to give your basement
a 180-degree makeover:
n Waterproof it
n Soundproof it
n Add or replace flooring
n Add color
n Accessorize it
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Handmade kitchen cabinets with built in
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Seller has owned the property for 33 years
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Country, pure and simple! Hardwood
$124,500
floors, laundry room and private backyard
make this perfect for a first family or
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$ 74,500
This large manufactured home has 5
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Located on a little over 2 acres, home is set
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Outdoor furnace makes heating economical You can't go wrong! Almost 10 acres of
and home comfortable. Good home at a hunting land go with this two bedroom
good price!! MLS# 155541 $84,900
ranch built in 2002. All furnishings are
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$59,900
Private country setting! This beautiful 4
bedroom home on approximately 20 acres
features cherry floors, crown moldings and
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Open floor plan. Generator hook up and
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Little Salmon River runs through property.
Additional 10 acres across the road is also
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New listing ! Freshly painted spacious
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156585 $109,900
This beautifully crafted home is a must
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Staircase is yellow pine. Crown moldings
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3 Bedroom, 2 bath Victorian
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Here is your chance to own a beautiful
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Canadian Cedar log home is located on 49
acres with Sugar Maples, 12 raised beds
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Wonderful views. MLS 155690 $289,000
Five minutes from Chateaugay Lake
nestled on a 5 acre lot with pine and
hardwood trees. Price to sell with
furnishings. MLS# 154199 $39,900
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246 West Main Street, Malone • 483-2400
Great home in a great neighborhood!
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located on
a double lot within walking distance of
hospital, library, schools and downtown.
Home has been well maintained with recent
updates including energy efficient windows
and a new propane boiler (which can be
converted to natural gas). Natural
woodwork. Large kitchen, dining and living
rooms. Convenient bathroom/laundry is
located on the first floor. Walkup attic is
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Charming duplex located in the village of
Malone. Beautiful flower gardens decorate
the private back yard. Back unit has new
windows, modern kitchen with stainless
steel appliances and deck. This home offers
a great opportunity to generate income
through rental of the front unit, while owner
occupies the spacious rear unit. MLS#
156641 $114,900
Like new, this double wide has vaulted
ceilings, high gloss hardwood floors and a
spacious family room with a fireplace.
Home sits on a one acre lot with woods in
the rear for the kids. Foundation consists of
poured slab and block foundation. All
appliances come with home. Spotless and
ready to live in. MLS# 155351 $92,500
Country home with large spring fed
pond. This home features parquet
hardwood floors, 5 bedrooms, sun porch.
Very spacious home on 13 acres. MLS#
155581 $120,000
Covered front porch welcomes you into
this 2,500+ sq. ft. 4 bedroom Contemporary home. Large kitchen with breakfast
area and a formal dining room. Spacious
living room, 1st floor office & work out
room. Home sits on a beautifully kept 24
acre lot with an above ground pool and
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Architecturally designed home in modern
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Over 4,000 sq.ft. of living space with
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include a 2 story, 48’x32' garage
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MLS# 155763 $479,000
Ranch style home gives you the room you
need to live comfortably. Property has a
stable, and borders State Land across the
road. Large Master bath with whirlpool tub
and 1st floor laundry. MLS# 156642
$98,500
Large home located in the village of
Burke. Spacious kitchen, dining room and
living room. Five bedrooms make it perfect
for the large (or growing!) family. Natural
woodwork and stained glass contribute to
the uniqueness of this property. Great front
porch. Improvements include new
appliances, laminate in the kitchen, and
pellet stove. Basement has been spray
foamed. Includes a 2 story barn/garage on
1 acre lot. Great value for the price! MLS#
156023 $69,900
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Licensed Sales Agents:
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6 • June 2016
Real Estate
Mortgage terms
you should know
Metro Media
Buying a home is simultaneously exciting and stressful.
Part of that stress stems from
the terminology associated
with home mortgages. Following are a few terms buyers can
familiarize themselves with to
facilitate the process of buying
their own homes.
n Closing costs: Buying a
home is expensive, and part
of that expense is the closing costs. Any time a real estate transaction occurs, that
transaction is accompanied
by certain expenses, which
are known as the closing costs.
Closing costs may include attorney fees, loan origination
fees, title insurance and escrow payments. Buyers can
sometimes negotiate with the
seller so the seller will agree
to pay the closing costs, or the
costs can be shared by the buyer and the seller. But buyers
may also pay the closing costs
in their entirety on their own.
n Escrow: Escrow is a bond,
deed, document or money
kept in the custody of a third
party until a real estate transaction has been completed.
In addition, escrow accounts
are used to hold the property tax and insurance fees that
are collected via your monthly
mortgage payment.
n Fixed-rate mortgage: A
fixed-rate mortgage, unlike
an adjustable rate mortgage,
is one in which the interest
rate on the mortgage remains
the same for the life of the
loan. Buyers typically prefer a
fixed-rate mortgage because
they know exactly what they
will be paying for their home
each month. An adjustable
rate mortgage, often referred
to as an ARM loan, is one that
typically comes with a lower
interest rate than a fixed-rate
mortgage, but that lower rate
is usually only locked in for a
relatively brief period of time.
n PMI: PMI, which stands
for private mortgage insurance, must be purchased by
home buyers who are financing more than 80 percent of
their homes. The standard
down payment when purchasing a home is 20 percent,
but some buyers cannot afford
such a down payment. As a result, the lender then mandates
that such buyers purchase
PMI, which protects the lenders if the borrower defaults
on the loan. The cost of PMI
will be added to your mortgage payment, and once you
have 20 percent equity in your
home you can cancel PMI.
n Title insurance: Title insurance is a tool that protects
both the buyer and the seller
against legal issues that may
arise as a result of the home’s
title. It protects buyers and the
lender from the possibility that
the seller was not legally permitted to transfer ownership
of the property to the buyer.
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Weigh all factors
when downsizing
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As men and women retire
or approach retirement age,
many opt to downsize their
homes. Such a decision can
save older adults substantial
amounts of money while also
liberating them from the hassle of maintaining large homes
they no longer need.
Downsizing to smaller
homes or apartments is a significant step, one that homeowners should give ample
consideration before making
their final decisions. Consider
the following:
n Get a grip on the real estate market. Downsizing is not
solely about money, but it’s
important that homeowners
consider the real estate market before putting their homes
up for sale. Speak with a local
realtor or your financial advisor about the current state of
your real estate market. Downsizing can help homeowners
save money on utilities, taxes
and mortgage payments, but
those savings may be negated
if you sell your house in a buyer’s market instead of a seller’s
market. If you think the current market won’t get you the
price you are hoping for, delay
your downsize until the market rebounds.
n Take inventory of what’s
in your house. Empty nesters
often find that their homes are
still filled with their children’s
possessions, even long after
those children have left home.
If the storage in your home is
dominated by items that belong
to your children and not you,
then downsizing might be right
for you.
Tell your children you are
thinking of downsizing and invite them over to pick through
any items still in your home.
Once they have done so and
taken what they want, you can
host a yard sale, ultimately
donating or discarding what
you cannot sell. Once all of the
items are gone, you may realize that moving into a smaller
place is the financially prudent
decision.
n Consider your retirement lifestyle. If you have already retired or on the verge of
retirement and plan to spend
lots of time traveling, then
downsizing to a smaller home
may free up money you can
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loor plan with lots of natural light. The spacious basement is walk out to backyard/
river. Lots of updates have been completed! MLS# 155589 $179,900
Awesome building lot!! 50 x 32 Quonset Kwanza hut with 1.47 land in a desirable
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through the back of property. MLS# 155863 $55,000
Overlooks the #1 hole at the Malone Golf Course! Spacious, well-maintained
and updated 4-bedroom 4-bath home boasts new hardwood loors with a fabulous
loor plan. Features a den with ireplace, large family room with a full bath and own
entrance. This home has so much to ofer! MLS# 155904 $262,500
Beautiful area with magniicent views! Full Reno in 2007! This contemporary 4
bedroom home is on 11+ acres. Open loor plan with custom kitchen cabinets, dining
area, den and screened in porch. Master retreat with ireplace and balcony. Enjoy
the large multi level deck with an oblong pool. Home has a 2 car attached and 2 car
detached garage with plenty of storage. MLS# 156031 $459,000
Wonderful year round Adirondack style home/camp! Has 4 bedrooms & 2
full baths - all updated. Nice open loor plan with the view of the lake. Features a
wood stove, large 3 bay garage and work shop. The boat house second loor overlooks
Mountain View Lake - propane stove installed. MLS# 156277 $247,500
Victorian 1890’s Home! 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home is a great home for entertaininglarge rooms, newly remodeled kitchen, hardwood loors. Large Master suite, 2
staircases, full basement, and a tiered deck attached to the pool. 3 car garage. MLS#
156297 $165,000
Former dentist oice is ready for a new owner. Well located oice space with
2nd loor living quarters. So much you can do with this great space! MLS# 154887
$65,000
Amazing riverfront property with a 2 bedroom 1 bath ranch home. Beautiful views , remodeled kitchen, family/great room, and a deck overlooking the
Salmon River. Two-car garage with a workshop and more! MLS# 156535 $139,900
Very nice old style home with a newly remodled kitchen, wide plank loors, and
4-5 bedrooms. Features a salon that could be business space. 2 new propane hot
air furnaces, 200 amp electric and many more updates. Above ground pool, sand
volleyball court, 3 car garage. MLS#156593
Beautiful 4 bedroom 2 bath home with a great curb appeal. Gorgeous hardwood loors throughout. Home has been fully updated and well taken care of. The
property is close to the hospital and most amenities. MLS#156815 $124,000
Nice 3 bedroom contemporary home also features in-law quarters. 1.9 acres
of land abuts the Collins Brook. New appliances, countertops, looring and paint.
Home has been well maintained inside and out. MLS# 156847 $182,000
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Factors to consider before renting out your home
Metro Media
Renting out a home is a
great way for homeowners to
earn some extra income. Some
homeowners rent their homes
in an attempt to wait out a sagging housing market, while
others see renting their homes
as a long-term commitment to
their financial futures.
The decision to rent out a
home is one that homeowners
should not take lightly. Consider the following:
Time
Being a landlord is a
24/7/365 commitment, as tenants will expect their landlords
to be on call at all times. Tenants will call their landlords
should plumbing fixtures suddenly burst in the middle of
the night, and landlords must
be available to answer such
calls no matter how inconvenient they become.
Maintenance
Whereas homeowners
may be able to delay making
certain repairs in the homes
where they lay their heads,
such a luxury is not afforded
when they are renting out their
other properties. Repairs and
maintenance of rental properties cannot be put on the back
burner while you save money
to fix them. In addition, if even
minor repairs typically pose
a problem for you, you may
soon discover that hiring a
handyman or discounting rent
for live-in supers is cutting into your profits or making it difficult to pay bills.
Tenants
When mulling whether or
not to rent out your home,
consider who your prospective tenants will be and if your
community will supply the
steady stream of renters you
will need to pay your mortgage
and bills without jeopardizing
your finances.
Help
Many landlords work with local real estate agencies or property management firms who
will do much of the legwork
with regard to finding tenants
and maintaining properties.
Research the cost of such help
to determine if you can afford
it and still make renting your
home financially viable.
Attorney fees are another cost prospective landlords must consider. Land-
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and how they should govern
your actions as a landlord. But
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and they must be worked into
your budget as well.
Renting a home is a great
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This spacious 4 bedroom home with 2 full
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This modular home sits on 17 acres of beautifully
Very nice family home with a mother-in-law
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Gorgeous Dutch Colonial lovingly renovated
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Beautiful home with all of the improvements
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This house has a great history.
Great 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with 283
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feet on the Hatch Brook. Cottage would make Adirondack style home. Tongue and groove pine
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Three bedroom and 2 1/2 bath contemporary home
on 3.86 acres. Beautiful setting overlooking the St.
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Large contemporary home, excellent location
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Three bedroom, one bath ranch in very good
condition condition. Nice features of the home
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$94,900
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excellent condition. Many up-grades and great location for
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This property offers it all! Privacy, acreage, and a
Very attractive Victorian home. Very family
This Victorian has outstanding details - elegant wainscoting
beautiful contemporary home in a central location friendly, warm home. Kitchen has double wall oven in the dining room and stairways. Ornate columns, recessed
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and has been updated with granite counter tops.
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$259,900
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151759
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154063
Two unit home consisting of (2) two
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$199,900
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Real Estate
Preparing your home for prospective buyers
Selling a home can be exciting. Homeowners who made
considerable financial commitments when buying their
homes may be anxious when
the time comes to get returns
on their investments, but
selling a hope need not be so
nerve-racking.
Buyers’ tastes often dictate
their interest in a home. For example, no matter how immaculate homeowners may keep
their colonials, such homes
won’t appeal much to buyers
looking for a traditional Cape
Cod cottage-style home. But
while you might not be able to
change your home’s architecture to appeal to the masses,
there are steps you can take to
make your home more appealing to buyers whose dream
home more closely resembles
your own.
n Address curb appeal.
Curb appeal goes a long way
toward creating a lasting first
impression, so homeowners can start by driving up to
their homes and looking at
them through the eyes of prospective buyers. Address the
landscape if it needs some
TLC, and power wash siding
if it’s appearing a little dirty.
Examine your driveway for
cracks and consider installing
a new surface if the existing
one is more of an eyesore than
eye-catching. Finally, clear the
yard of toys and tools before
nailing the For Sale sign into
the ground, as a cluttered yard
will give buyers the impression that you did not prioritize
keeping a clean and presentable home.
n Clear out the clutter.
Some sellers stage their homes
when putting them up for sale.
But staging might not be an option for sellers who are still living in their homes and intend
to do so until they find buyers.
If you can’t stage your home,
then do your best to remove
clutter, including extra pieces
of furniture you might have accumulated over the years that
can make rooms seem smaller. Box up any books that no
longer fit on bookshelves, and
try to keep common areas like
family rooms, hallways and
kids’ playrooms as open and
clean as possible so the rooms
appear roomy and relaxing.
n Let the light shine in.
Dark homes are less appealing
to prospective buyers, many
of whom have no interest in
living in caves that are void of
natural sunlight. When show-
ing your home, make sure all
of the curtains are drawn and
the blinds or shades are up. If
trees or shrubs outside windows are blocking natural light
from getting inside, consider
trimming them so your home
appears sunnier and more inviting. Bright homes tend to
feel more spacious, so fix any
light fixtures that need fixing
and even add small lamps in
rooms that could use some extra light.
n Tackle that to-do list. It’s
easy for a home’s residents to
grow accustomed to certain
minor problems, such as a
doorknob that always sticks or
a creaky kitchen cabinet door.
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off by too many of these minor
problems and wonder if any
larger and more expensive issues also went ignored. Before
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Who is responsible for repairs during a sale?
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Many questions arise
during the home-buying
process. Buyers looking at
homes that require a good
deal of TLC may wonder who
is responsible for the home’s
repairs, particularly if such
repairs are needed to secure
a certificate of occupancy.
Depending on the situation,
there is no clear-cut answer.
There is no perfect home,
and things that are acceptable to the current owner
may not be acceptable to the
buyer who is looking to become the next owner.
The home-buying process
is typically a careful cooperation between buyer and seller to find a middle ground.
The buyer may have to make
some concessions, as will the
seller. Ultimately, it is this
cooperation that often determines if the sale goes through
or is terminated.
Before any negotiations
can begin regarding repairs,
it is advisable for a buyer to
have an independent inspector come out and look over
the home and property. Most
real estate agents will suggest
this be done as a first priority — even before a contract is
entered on the home.
An inspection will unveil
any potential problems in
a home and indicate things
that the buyer may not be
aware of, including items
that do not meet with code or
could be unsafe. An inspector also may point out problems that could cause a mortgage lender to give pause.
This may mean the lender
will deem problems unsafe
and refuse to fund the mortgage until repairs are made.
A copy of this inspection
report should be sent to the
home seller to review with his
or her attorney and real estate agent. The buyer working with his own real estate
attorney and agent can petition for certain repairs to be
made.
Many sellers will make
such repairs to ensure the
purchase goes through, or
they will accept a lower purchase price to compensate
for the needed repairs, which
the buyer will then make.
Buyers might want to hire a
good real estate attorney to
write clauses into the contract to protect their interests. This allows the buyer to
forfeit the sale and walk away
from the contract should an
issue arise.
The rules often change
when buying a home that is
a short sale or in foreclosure.
A home that is in distress
is typically in this situation
because the current owners
cannot afford to pay their
mortgage, and thusly, are not
able to afford repairs.
According to Think Glink,
a money-management website, buyers may try to negotiate repairs with the seller,
but they shouldn’t assume
that sellers (or lenders in
the event of a bank-owned
home) are responsible for the
repairs.
Generally speaking, most
short sales and foreclosures
are sold “as is” and may even
specify that repairs and requirements for the certificate
of occupancy are the buyer’s
responsibility. A buyer also can ask to have the home
price reduced to cover the repairs. But foreclosures are often already deeply discounted.
Buyers should know that,
for a home that is not in foreclosure, there are some repairs that should ultimately
be the responsibility of the
seller.
If these repairs are not
made, a buyer should think
strongly about walking away
from the deal, according to
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Making the most
of home appraisals
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When homeowners think
about renovating their properties, many first need to secure
some funding to finance such
projects. Some may tap into
the equity of their homes by
refinancing an existing mortgage, while others may apply
for home equity loans. Taking
the latter approach may require certain steps, including
an assessment of how much the
home and property is worth.
Home appraisals compare
your home to neighboring
properties to determine your
home’s current market value.
Homeowners can facilitate the
process by having certain information readily available for
the appraiser. When preparing
for appraisers, homeowners
should consider and collect the
following information:
n If your home was built on
the largest lot in the community.
n If you have made significant upgrades since it was last
appraised, such as installing a
new roof or siding. Don’t overlook smaller renovations, like
extra insulation added or sealing drafty windows, which can
increase a home’s value.
n Proof that you have used
sustainable resources or if you
participated in any energy-savings programs.
Naturally, any expansion
projects, such as adding another bedroom or extending the
footprint of the home, should
be mentioned.
A real estate appraiser is a
certified, licensed professional
who will do his or her best to determine the value of your home.
The appraisal provides banks
with information that can tell
loan officers if the house is
worth the loan amount. Expect
to pay a fee for the appraisal,
which is generally included in
your closing costs.
The appraiser gathers information for the appraisal report
from a number of sources, but
the process often begins with
a physical inspection of the
property, both inside and out.
He or she also will compare
your home against a few others
in the neighborhood, which
are known as comparables, or
comps. Appraisals will be based
on recent prices of comparable
properties as well as other factors.
Apart from the improvements done to the home, there
are other ways to get a higher
appraisal amount. The appraiser may consider the overall
maintenance of the home and
property.
It is wise to consider curb
appeal and ensure the home is
clean and maintained when the
appraiser arrives. Minor repairs
or common maintenance can
impress the appraiser. It may
be worth it to invest some more
money into the property before
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Basic steps to help with approval for a mortgage
Real estate professionals say
the market is rebounding, and
many would-be home buyers
are eagerly awaiting their opportunities to purchase their
own homes. Fresh data indicates that the inventory of
properties is quickly drying up
and soon the market is poised
to point in the sellers’ favor.
Now could be the time to get
a good deal on a home, provided buyers are able to secure
mortgages.
No matter how many affordable homes are available,
if a buyer cannot get approved
for a mortgage, then his or her
chances of owning a home are
slim. In the wake of a tumultuous economy, many lenders tightened restrictions on
mortgage lending. And even
though the economy has rebounded, many lenders have
continued to follow strict
guidelines before lending
money.
Many things can impact a
mortgage application. Here
are the ways to overcome liabilities and improve your
standing with prospective
lenders:
n Know your credit rating.
Your credit rating is a score
that lenders rely on when deciding whether or not to approve your mortgage application. The higher the credit
rating, the more attractive you
look to prospective lenders. It
is vital to find out your credit
score. You can request a free
copy of your credit report,
which includes your credit
score, once a year from the
three major credit reporting
agencies: TransUnion, Experian and Equifax.
n Address any issues on
your report. Once you know
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to address any issues on the
report. Pay down revolving
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Report any errors so they can
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rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, unique
Victorian built-ins, 3rd floor attic with cedar closet,
carriage house, “servants quarters”, and so much more!
New furnace and Monitor heater have been installed.
Property extends down to the Salmon River. This 3,000+
square foot home has been in the same family since 1938
and is being sold by the owner for $164,900.
Please call 483.1794 for viewing.
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taining steady employment.
Jumping from job to job may
be a red flag to lenders, so it’s
better to make a switch after
you have been approved for a
loan.
n Save, save, save. Having
more money in the bank lowers your loan-to-value ratio.
This will make you appear less
risky to lenders. Individuals
who have saved for a considerable down payment on a home
are also seen in a better light.
n Make sure you have a
credit history. Some people
are too cautious with their
credit and think closing accounts or avoiding credit entirely will make them more attractive to lenders. But lenders
will want to see a strong credit
history that indicates your
ability to pay your debts.
n Get a cosigner. If you are
uncertain about your ability
to secure a loan on your own,
then consider a cosigner to
make you more attractive to
prospective lenders.
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A few ways to make relocating less difficult
Metro Media
People relocate for various reasons. Many relocate
for professional opportunities, while others relocate to
pursue their educations. And
while some may relocate to
enjoy a lower cost of living,
others may find themselves
relocating to satisfy their
sense of adventure.
Regardless of why a person
is relocating, doing so without preparing for the move
can make the transition that
much more difficult. According to data from the U.S.
Census Bureau, roughly 19
percent of the 35.9 million
people one year and over
who moved between 2012
and 2013 did so for a job-related reason. Relocating to a
new town for a job is different than moving from one
home to another within the
same community. Relocating to a new city or town can
be a life-changing event that
requires planning and maybe even a little luck to make
it work.
n Examine your finances.
Moving is expensive, and it
can be even more expensive
when moving to an entirely
new city. If you are moving to
pursue career opportunities
but don’t yet have a job offer in hand, examine your finances and work out a worstcase scenario in the event
that your job hunt takes longer than you hoped for. Unless you have a benefactor
who can help you pay your
bills and avoid debt while you
look for a job, make sure you
have several months’ worth
of living expenses saved up
before moving.
n Research the job market. Certain cities have more
opportunities for people in
certain fields than others,
so make sure the city you
plan to relocate to is a place
where you will have ample
opportunities in your chosen
line of work. Otherwise you
might find yourself settling
for a career you don’t like or
relocating again to a job market more accommodating to
someone in your field.
n Research the real estate
market. Before hitting the
road and heading for your
new home, research the real estate market in that area.
Try to find out the average
rental price via online forums or even online newspaper classified sections. Find
out if people tend to live with
roommates or go it alone in
METRO MEDIA
Planning and preparation can make relocation much easier.
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them from buying a home, according to a recent survey.
The National Association
of Realtors joined with the
nonprofit American Student
Assistance to conduct a survey of only those student loan
borrowers who are current in
their repayments and therefore mostly likely to be financially ready to make a home
purchase.
Seventy-one percent of
those surveyed said their student loan debt is delaying
them from buying a home.
More than half said they expect that delay to last longer
than five years.
the city you’re relocating to.
If you are moving to a city
where you know very few
people or no one at all, consider becoming someone’s
roommate. The right roommate can provide an instant
social network and help you
learn the ropes of your adopted home. If you plan to
live alone and rent, recognize that many landlords will
require a guarantor before
renting to tenants with no income.
n Don’t be shy. Unless you
are moving to a place where
you already have a built-in
social network, you should
expect to encounter some
loneliness upon arriving in
your new location.
Resolve to make the most
of all your new home has to
offer by joining a social organization, connecting with
your university’s alumni
group or volunteering with
local charities. If you have a
job lined up, sign up for company-sponsored outings or
teams.
Relocating can produce
mixed feelings of anxiety and
excitement. Planning ahead
and doing some homework
can help you as you transition to your new home.
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