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Guilderland Real Estate – July Featured Homes

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MLS # 201823016 102 Dutchman Lane - MLS # 201823016

102 Dutchman Lane

$484,000 • 3 BR 2.5 BA • 2079 Sq ft.

This Stunning 2 Yr Old Custom Cape is Nestled on a Private 1.08 Acre Lot in Guilderland. The Kitchen is Sure to Impress, with the Beauty of the Quartz Counters, the Designer Cabinetry, 5 Burner Gas Stove, SS Appliances, Spacious Pantry & Choice Flrs. The LR & DR Dazzle w Hickory Flrs, Elaborate Columns, Gas FP, & Custom Window Treatments. Distinguished Master Suite on 1st Flr, 2 Bedrms up w WI Closets. 2.5 Baths Total. Exceptional Finished Basement! Striking Screened in Porch, Private Driveway! A True Gem!

MLS# 201819472102 Twenty West, Guilderland, NY - MLS# 201819472

102 Twenty West,  Guilderland, NY

$599,000 • 4 BR 2.5 BA • 3160 Sq ft.

5 Year old Spectacular and Timeless Colonial 

Stunning Salt Water Swimming Pool 

Like New, Masullo Built Custom Colonial w Timeless Amenities! Sundrenched w an Open Floor Plan, This Home Offers A Custom Kitchen w Plentiful Cabinetry, 6 Burner Gas Stove, Hood, Large Island, Tile & Stone Back Splash & Walk-In Pantry. Striking Moldings in DR, Office w Calif Closets, Sizable LR (Could be Bedroom, & FR w Gas FP! Spacious Mudroom w Calif Closets & Dog Shower. Impressive Master! Guest Bath w Separated Sinks! 2nd Flr Laundry. IG Sprinklers.3 Car Garage! Lavish Salt Water Pool w Colored Lights!

 

PENDING! – MLS # 2018223086425 Randomwood Dr. - MLS # 201822308

6425 Randomwood Dr.

$374,900 • 3 BR 3 BA •  2,237 sqft

This Meticulously Maintained, Original Owner Home Sits on a Quiet Cul De Sac. The Updated Eat-In-Kitchen Wows w Granite, SS Appliances, Ample Pantry & Plentiful Cabinets. 1st Floor-Custom Hardwoods. FR w Marble FP & Surround Sound. Sizable LR & DR. 3 BRs-All w WI Closets (Master w Custom Shelving). New Carpet. 3 Full Baths. 8X20 Shed w Electric. Finished Basement, 2nd Floor Laundry. Patio & Maint. Free Deck Overlooks Manicured, Private Yard! IG Sprinklers. Newer Roof, Furnace, CAIR, H2O Heater, Driveway.

 

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

Guilderland Real Estate – June Featured Homes

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NEW LISTING

MLS# 201822308  

6245 Randomwood Drive, Guilderland, NYPhotos Coming Soon!

$374,900 • 3 BR 3 BA •  2237 sq ft

This Meticulously Maintained, Original Owner Home Sits on a Quiet Cul De Sac. The Updated Eat-In-Kitchen Wows w Granite, SS Appliances, Ample Pantry & Plentiful Cabinets. 1st Floor-Custom Hardwoods. FR w Marble Gas FP & Surround Sound. Sizable LR & DR. 3 BRs-All w WI Closets (Master w Custom Shelving). New Carpet. 3 Full Baths. 8X20 Shed w Electric. Finished Basement, 2nd Flr Laundry. Patio & Maint. Free Deck Overlooks Manicured, Private Yard! IG Sprinklers. Newer Roof, Furnace, CAIR, H2O Heater, Driveway.

 

MLS# 201818740808 Rainbow Dr., Guilderland, NY

808 Rainbow Dr., Guilderland, NY

$349,500 • 3 BR 2 BA .91 acre lot.  • 1879 sq ft

Exceptional, Move in Ready New Construction Ranch on a Private .91 acre Lot in Guilderland. Features Inc: An Open Flr Plan with a High End Kitchen, Custom Cabinetry, Timeless Granite, SS Appliances, a Spacious Island, Vaulted Ceilings, Impressive Floors, 3 BR, 2 BA, Master BR w Trey Ceilings, Huge WI Closet & Gracious Bath, Large 1st Flr Laundry Rm w Utility Sink, Covered Back Porch w Access From Master BR & Dining Area. Basement w Legal Egress & Plumbed for Full Bath. Still Time to Choose Your BR Floors!

 

MLS# 201819472102 Twenty West, Guilderland, NY

102 Twenty West,  Guilderland, NY

$599,000 • 4 BR 2.5 BA • 3160 Sq ft.

5 Year old Spectacular and Timeless Colonial 

Stunning Salt Water Swimming Pool 

Like New, Masullo Built Custom Colonial w Timeless Amenities! Sundrenched w an Open Floor Plan, This Home Offers A Custom Kitchen w Plentiful Cabinetry, 6 Burner Gas Stove, Hood, Large Island, Tile & Stone Back Splash & Walk-In Pantry. Striking Moldings in DR, Office w Calif Closets, Sizable LR (Could be Bedroom, & FR w Gas FP! Spacious Mudroom w Calif Closets & Dog Shower. Impressive Master! Guest Bath w Separated Sinks! 2nd Flr Laundry. IG Sprinklers.3 Car Garage! Lavish Salt Water Pool w Colored Lights!

 

3425 East Lydius StreetMLS# 201813366

3425 East Lydius St.,  Guilderland, NY

$338,900 – 5 BR (1 On 1st Floor)

3 Full Bath  •  3077 sqft.

Meticulously Maintained Guilderland Colonial! Spacious Eat-In Kitchen Offers Granite Countertops, Plentiful Cabinets, Some Newer Appliances. The DR, LR & FR Feature Hardwoods, FR with Built Ins & Gas FP! 5 BRs (3 With Hardwoods) & 3 Full Baths! Awesome Opp. For 1 Floor Living with a BR, Full Bath & Laundry on 1st Floor! You will be Wowed by the 4 Season Rm with Gas Stove and Panoramic Views of the Forever Wild Backyard. Front & Back Decks! Newer Roof, Furnace, AC, H2O Heater, Comfort Windows!

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

DIVORCE

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Guilderland, NY – I recently had someone say to me, “Your job must be so fun, you always get to go in nice houses, and see how people decorate.”  Although I have heard many comments like this, it affected me this time because I had just left a home of a divorcing couple. This husband/wife, mother/father, had me over to look at their home. Family pictures hung on the walls, 3 kids faces smiled in frames from this years school photos, however, the familiar tension, stress, sadness and uncertainty was in the air. This couple wanted my professional opinion of their home’s market value and common decisions needed to be made:

  1. Do we sell and both move?
  2. What about the kids/school/friends?
  3. Should one of us stay and buy the other one out?
  4. If I stay can I afford it?

I am not sure what they are going to do yet. They have each called me a couple times with questions. Each one has tried to vent a bit to me about the other. This too is common. My  14 years experience in real estate and graduate studies as a counselor help me to keep the situation professional, and allows me to help my clients keep a level head in an emotional territory.  One of the most difficult aspects of working with a divorcing couple are the feelings associated with the divorce itself.

If the decision is made to sell, I will guide these clients, as I have many others who were separating, with all efforts to minimize their stress. Obviously it will be there, but my job is to keep it at a minimum, while providing options to help them problem-solve rather than getting hung up on emotions. My job will be to maximize their equity in as timely a manner as possible. Of course this is always my job, but when divorce is the motivation to sell, it is a unique stressor to the sellers.

So, if I honestly responded to this person at that moment, my answer would have been no, my job is not always fun. It is not like that at all, especially today. Certainly there are very happy times in real estate, but this was not one of them, and never will be. 

I have been through this myself. I can empathize on a personal level. If you are going through the unfortunate life event of a divorce and would like to talk to me about possibly selling your home, I am happy to provide you some answers and options. 

 

Featured Home

MLS# 201813366

3425 East Lydius St.,  Guilderland, NY

$342,900 – 5 BR (1 On 1st Floor) • 3 Full Bath  •  3077 sqft.

Meticulously Maintained Guilderland Colonial! Spacious Eat-In Kitchen Offers Granite Countertops, Plentiful Cabinets, Some Newer Appliances. The DR, LR & FR Feature Hardwoods, FR with Built Ins & Gas FP! 5 BRs (3 With Hardwoods) & 3 Full Baths! Awesome Opp. For 1 Floor Living with a BR, Full Bath & Laundry on 1st Floor! You will be Wowed by the 4 Season Rm with Gas Stove and Panoramic Views of the Forever Wild Backyard. Front & Back Decks! Newer Roof, Furnace, AC, H2O Heater, Comfort Windows!

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

Look Outside, It’s Spring!

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Spring Home Maintenance Tips

Guilderland, NY – Spring is here and home maintenance thoughts start turning from inside to outside. Maybe you’re considering getting your home ready to sell and need to check out its “curb appeal”, or maybe you’re just getting things ready for the upcoming outdoor season – either way, the following checklist should help your plans to spruce things up and also give you a head start on warding off future maintenance problems.

TREES

In the wet and well-treed Northeast, you need to keep an eye on potential problems caused by the trees on your property. As you tour, look for limbs that have cracked or are sagging or trees that may have more of a lean than you remember. Check for overhanging limbs that may be shading the roof and causing mildew problems or that may be deposing leaves or pine needles that can clog gutters and create a fire hazard.

FENCES

A good place to start is with the perimeter of your property. Winter plays havoc with fences, so check them out carefully. Wiggle the posts to see that they’re still firmly set and look for loose fence boards and loose or rotted stringers. Check also to see if the fence is due for a fresh coat of paint or other finish.

FOUNDATION

Check the foundation for signs of cracks or other leakage problems. Small cracks can be a source for seepage into the crawl space and you especially want to take notice of larger cracks that may indicate movement in the ground under or around the home. If you’ve noticed water in your basement, keep that in mind as you analyze both the foundation and the surrounding drainage patterns.

DRAINAGE

While walking the property, be sure and think about drainage around your home as well. Winter storms can cause shifts in local topography that may change drainage patterns, allowing water to move or pool around the foundation or come into contact with your siding. Look for areas of water staining on the concrete or dirt or water stain patterns on siding.

DECKS

Rain and snow take their toll on your decks, so check them over carefully. Check the condition of the boards for rot or splitting. Walk the entire deck to check for protruding nails and also to see if everything feels solid – sometimes a simple walk will point up loose supports or areas that need additional bracing. You’ll also want to pay attention to deck rails, looking for loose boards, missing nails, separated joints and support posts that feel wobbly. Finally, check the condition of the deck’s finish and determine if a fresh coat is due this summer.

SIDING

Carefully examine the siding to see what winter has wrought. Look at the paint, especially on the main weather-exposure sides of the house. Check the caulking around windows, trim boards and sidingpenetrations such as lights and faucets. Look for cracked or sagging boards or nails that are workingloose.

HOUSE NUMBERS

While you’re looking at the siding, take a moment to check your house numbers. Are they firmlyattached and clearly visible from the street? Do they even exist?

GUTTERS

Bad gutters can cause a variety of moisture problems and also detract from the appearance of yourhome. Check that gutters are firmly attached and that downspouts are well secured and draining properly away from the house. Check the paint for deterioration, especially around joints where youmay find indications of leaks in the seams.

ROOFING

Let your eyes keep wandering upward and take a critical look at the condition of your roofing – you may even find that a pair of binoculars comes in handy. Check to see if shingles have blown off or worked loose if they’re starting to curl. For asphalt shingles, look at the overall condition of the mineral granules that coat the shingles. Look at the ridge shingles – especially wood ridge – to see if any are cracked or missing. Check the condition of flashings and skylights as well.

For information on this article, or if you have any real estate questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Featured Home

MLS# 201813366

3425 East Lydius St.,  Guilderland, NY

$342,900 – 5 BR (1 On 1st Floor) • 3 Full Bath  •  3077 sqft.

Meticulously Maintained Guilderland Colonial! Spacious Eat-In Kitchen Offers Granite Countertops, Plentiful Cabinets, Some Newer Appliances. The DR, LR & FR Feature Hardwoods, FR with Built Ins & Gas FP! 5 BRs (3 With Hardwoods) & 3 Full Baths! Awesome Opp. For 1 Floor Living with a BR, Full Bath & Laundry on 1st Floor! You will be Wowed by the 4 Season Rm with Gas Stove and Panoramic Views of the Forever Wild Backyard. Front & Back Decks! Newer Roof, Furnace, AC, H2O Heater, Comfort Windows!

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

THINK ABOUT SELLING NOW?

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Guilderland, NY – If you’re a homeowner and have been thinking about selling, what are you waiting for? Here are 3 reasons why selling now could be more beneficial than you think.

Buyers are chomping at the bit. Eager homebuyers have been frustrated over the last few years, experiencing low inventory in most major markets, which is pushing them to start home shopping earlier in the year to try to beat out the competition and ensure they’re not missing out on any available properties.

The best time to sell your home is traditionally between March and June. But cold weather isn’t keeping interested buyers from starting their home search at the start of the year.

And while the last couple years have proven beneficial for sellers, seeing many homes sell for asking price or above, it won’t last forever. Zillow predicts home builders will begin looking to construct more entry-level homes to meet demand later this year. If you wait too long to put your home on the market, you may find yourself competing with new builds that haven’t been a part of the market in large numbers since before the recession.

Interest rates are low … for now. For both the buyer of your home and your own next home purchase, low interest rates can help make a transaction possible. In the second week of January, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 4.17 percent, according to NerdWallet. Mortgage rate averages reached more than 4.4 percent in 2017, but closed the year out just below the current rate.

While mortgage rates aren’t expected to spike significantly this year, they are forecast to increase overall. The Mortgage Bankers Association predicts 30-year fixed-rate mortgages will rise to 4.6 percent this year, and it expects rates to rise to 5 percent in 2019 and 5.3 percent in 2020.

While increasing interest rates are a sign of a good economy, they can squeeze out some potential homebuyers from the market. The current low rates can serve as a catalyst for many potential homebuyers to get moving sooner rather than later. But as interest rates continue to rise, you’re less likely to see as many bidding wars – which is welcome news for buyers but not sellers.

Renovations today won’t come back in full next year. Zillow’s 2018 predictions include the expectation that most homeowners will focus on renovations and updates this year rather than selling. If you’ve got remodeling on your schedule for the year, be sure it’s an update for you because it’s unlikely that renovations will have a 100 percent return when it comes time to sell.

The key to taking advantage of the seller’s market this year is not taking the tight inventory for granted. Buyers will still expect effort from sellers in preparing a property for sale. While they may be willing to overlook a dated kitchen, it’s the clutter, deferred maintenance and lack of curb appeal that can still kill a deal. If you do decide put your house on the market, take the process seriously, and you’re likely to see ample interest.

For information on this article, or if you have any real estate questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Featured Home

MLS# 201813366

3425 East Lydius St.,  Guilderland, NY

$342,900 – 5 BR (1 On 1st Floor) • 3 Full Bath  •  3077 sqft.

Meticulously Maintained Guilderland Colonial! Spacious Eat-In Kitchen Offers Granite Countertops, Plentiful Cabinets, Some Newer Appliances. The DR, LR & FR Feature Hardwoods, FR with Built Ins & Gas FP! 5 BRs (3 With Hardwoods) & 3 Full Baths! Awesome Opp. For 1 Floor Living with a BR, Full Bath & Laundry on 1st Floor! You will be Wowed by the 4 Season Rm with Gas Stove and Panoramic Views of the Forever Wild Backyard. Front & Back Decks! Newer Roof, Furnace, AC, H2O Heater, Comfort Windows!

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

ENERGY SAVINGS TIPS FOR WINTER

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Here are some tips to save energy and heating costs in your home this winter: 

  • Caulk around windows
  • Weatherstrip around doors
  • Add insulation where there may be little or none (between attached garage and the main house, in the attic and/or basement)
  • Insulate your pipes
  • Insulate your hot water heater
  • Keep your water heater at 120º  (you can keep it lower than this if you don’t have a dishwasher)
  • Ceiling fans circulate warm air that collects at the ceiling back down into the room
  • Lower your thermostat.  For every 1º of temperature you deduct, you save 3% of your heating cost.
  • Look for the Energy Star®  label on any new major appliance you consider purchasing.
  • Use LED light bulbs – they use less energy of a conventional bulb
  • Get a heating system check and tune-up, including filter replacement. Spending a few dollars now may save major headaches down the road
  • If you home has multiple heating zones, lower the temperature in the zone(s) you least often occupy
  • Use your drapes to control temperature.  Open them to allow in the warm sun during the day and close them at night to keep out cold air.
  • Re-arrange your furniture.  Do you have a bookcase blocking a heating vent or a large upholstered chair over a vent?  These can keep your heat from reaching the rest of the room.
  • Invest in a programmable thermostat.  You can program it to warm your home when you’re there and cool down your home at night or when you’re away.
  • Consider upgrading your windows.
  • Purchase a humidifier – moist air feels warmer than dry air.
  • Limit your use of ventilation fans in your kitchen and bath – these fans can draw the warm air out of a house in about an hour.
  • Wash your clothes in cold water whenever possible.

For information on this article, or if you have any real estate questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Kellie Kieley, Associate Real Estate Broker

Cell: 518-225-0454  •  kkieley2@gmail.com 

www.guilderlandproperties.com    •   www.topalbanyhomes.com

Featured Home of the Month

MLS# 201810740

3012 Morgan Court, Guilderland, NY

$323,800 – 4 BR • 2.5 Baths  •  2250 sqft.

This Meticulously Maintained Colonial Sits on a .57 Acre Premium Cul De Sac Lot in A Family Friendly Neighborhood.

Features Inc: An Eat-In Kitchen Overlooking The Family Room w Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, & Plentiful Natural light – Perfect For Entertaining! 4 Bedrooms, The Master With A WI Closet & Master Bath, A Spacious DR & LR, & 1st Flr Laundry! Enjoy the Fully Fenced, Level & Peaceful Back Yard From Your Deck or Patio!

Newer Roof, Furnace, AC and H2O Heater.

Guilderland Schools – Pinebush Elementary

Close to Thruway & I-890

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

SNAPSHOT OF GUILDERLAND

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Thank you Guilderland!

I’m happy to announce that I have donated $100 from each of my Guilderland listings sold in 2017, to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

To help give back, I will continue donating $100  from every Guilderland home I list  in 2018.

 Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

Kellie Kieley- Associate Real Estate Broker

Cell: 518-225-0454   •  kkieley2@gmail.com

www.guilderlandproperties.com    •  www.topalbanyhomes.com

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

Why The Holidays Are A Good Time To Put Your Home On The Market

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(Or, 10 Good Reasons To List Your Home Now!)

Guilderland, NY – November 2017 – 

  1. Buyers are more serious at this time of year. People who look at your home over the holidays are serious buyers.
  2. Inventory is low, meaning there are fewer homes for sale at this time of year, so serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from. This means less competition and a higher sale price for you!
  3. Homes show better when decorated for the Holidays. They are appealing and inviting.
  4. Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they may be willing to spend more on a home they really like in order to get what they want.
  5. Buyers have more time to look for a house during the Holidays. Many buyers will look during the holiday season because they have time off or the want to wait until the family is all together.
  6. Many people want to buy before the end of the year for tax reasons.
  7. January is traditionally the month for transfers. Transferees can’t wait until Spring to buy. You must be on the market to capture the market.
  8. You may still restrict showings during your personal family events.
  9. You can sell now, but specify a delayed closing or extended occupancy until early next year if you so desire.
  10. By selling now, you have an opportunity to buy during the Spring, when many houses are on the market.

Bottom line… by selling now, you may have fewer actual showings, but more qualified and motivated buyers. The reason… you have less competition, resulting in a quicker sale, and a better price for you!

For information on this article, or if you have any real estate questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Guilderland Real Estate Featured Listings

MLS # 201718280 – 2243 West Old State Rd., Altamont  $424,900 – GUILDERLAND SCHOOLS! Custom Build with M.A. Schafer Construction. 3 + Acres Overlooking the Helderberg Escarpment. Public Water.

MLS # 201717083 – 3200 Traber Rd, Guilderland $324,900  – 4 BR 2 BA, Gorgeous Hardwoods, Stunning Updated Kitchen With Granite and SS Appliances. Newer Roof, Windows and Furnace. Family Friendly Neighborhood!

Attention Georgetown Square Owners:  I have qualified and serious buyers. If you are considering selling please call me.

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

FALL is a Great Time To Get Your House Ready For Cooler Temperatures

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Guilderland, NY- Your home is your largest investment. Here are a few tips to get it ready for the cooler temperatures.

FURNACES

Call a heating and cooling professional to inspect your furnace and clean ducts.

Change your furnace filter every month it is in use.

Install a programmable thermostat if you don’t already have one.

Keep the area around your furnace clear.

FIREPLACES

  • Have your chimney professionally cleaned if it hasn’t been for a while.
  • Now is the time to chop or purchase firewood, and order propane if you use it.
  • Store firewood at least 30 feet from your house.

WINDOWS AND DOORS

  • Use weather stripping around doors and caulk around windows to prevent cold air from coming in.
  • Replace cracked glass in windows or doors.

ROOF, GUTTERS and DOWNSPOUTS

  • Clean out gutters to clear away debris.
  • Consider installing leaf guards or gutter helmets to keep debris out, and put extensions on your downspouts to direct water away from your home.
  • Replace any worn roof shingles or tiles.
  • Check flashing to make sure that no water can enter your home.

EQUIPMENT

  • Drain gas from your lawnmower.
  • Service or get a tune-up for your snow blower.
  • Clear and store warm weather gardening equipment.

FOUNDATION

  • Rake away debris and vegetation from the foundation, and seal up gaps and cracks.

SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

  • Test your detectors to make sure they work. Replace fire extinguishers that are older than 10 years.
  • Replace the batteries when you change the clocks – it’s a great way to remember to do it every year.
  • Install a carbon monoxide detector near your furnace and/or water heater, and on each floor of your home.

PLUMBING

  • Know where your water main is in case of emergency!
  • Insulate exposed plumbing pipes.
  • Drain air conditioner pipes and turn off the water shut-off valve if there is one.

LANDSCAPING AND OUTDOORS

  • Trim tree branches that hang too close to the house.
  • Seal driveways, brick patios and wood decks.
  • Enjoy the crispness of the Fall season, and with your house in good shape, the cooler temperatures will be a breeze!

For information on this article, or if you have any real estate questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me today.

Kellie Kieley, Associate Real Estate Broker
Cell: 518-225-0454
kkieley2@gmail.com
www.guilderlandproperties.com
www.topalbanyhomes.com

Attention Georgetown Square Owners:  I have qualified and serious buyers. If you are considering selling please call me.

Kellie Kieley
Kellie Kieley

Kellie has consistently been an award-winning producer in her field. She has a vast knowledge of Guilderland and the market. Kellie’s network of local resources and professionals will help ensure a smooth and worry-free transaction for you and your family.
Kellie is a proud gradute of Siena College and a life long resident of the Capital District. She and her family live in Guilderland. She has two children in the Guilderland School District and is actively involved in many community organizations. To help give back, Kellie will be donating $100 from every closing in 2018 to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Together we can help defeat childhood cancer.

http://www.guilderlandproperties.com

Interview with James Verseput, Principal of Hyperion Realty Advisors & Developer of Mill Hollow Apartments

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How long have you been in business?

Mill Hollow Apartments opened in 2016.

Where are you located?

48 Bavarian Way, Altamont, NY 12009

What is your phone number and website address?

(518) 280-2430, MillHollowApartments.com

What hours are you open?

Mon. – Thurs. 10 am – 6 pm; Fri. 9 am – 5 pm; Sat. 10 am – 3 pm

How and why did you develop Mill Hollow Apartments?

Our development team could see the potential in the site and layout of the former Bavarian Chalet, although it was in disrepair. We knew that there was a rich history with many Capital Region residents having fond memories of weddings and special events in that space. One of the reasons that the Bavarian Chalet was so successful was the beautiful view of the scenic pond and Helderberg Escarpment. When Steve of Buck Construction saw the former Chalet, he realized that by reconfiguring the building, getting rid of the second floor, and changing the placement of rooms, we could create a 7,200-square foot clubhouse for our apartment community, 3-4x the size of an average apartment clubhouse. The indoor shared space gives residents a way to remain active and enjoy the beautiful views year-round.

What is special about Mill Hollow Apartments?

Mill Hollow offers luxury apartments with breathtaking views. Spacious two-bedroom homes are set against a vista of the Helderberg Mountains with balconies or patios where you can enjoy the outdoors. Nine-foot ceilings, large windows, and glass sliding doors lead to rooms filled with light. An open floor plan leads to a beautiful kitchen with granite countertops and an island or breakfast bar. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom with luxurious granite counters and a double sink. An expansive clubhouse with a vaulted ceiling provides a place to relax by the fireplace, watch a movie in the theater, and exercise in the fitness room or in-ground pool, and have coffee in the large community kitchen. Get fresh air on the walking trail around the scenic pond, which will take you to the fire pit and community garden.

What do you love most about Mill Hollow?

We envision a community where a resident can wake up on a summer morning, take a walk along the trail and then garden in the community garden, and visit the gym or yoga room as they desire. As the afternoon temperatures rise, go for a dip in the pool. In the evening, the clubhouse could become a social gathering spot where residents enjoy the view of the sunset with friends then watch a movie. Before heading home, set back out for a walk around the pond and enjoy one of the community’s fire pits. In the winter, residents can stay fit using the exercise room and watch the snow fall on the mountains from the sun room.

What do you want the community to know about you?

We are grateful for the positive reception of Mill Hollow and the support of the Town of Guilderland. From the beginning, we knew this project had promise because of how beautiful the site is, with its location at the foothills of the Helderbergs. Guilderland is a great place to live and work, with a top-notch school district and a mix of offices and retail that provide opportunities for employment, entertainment, and great shopping. Few projects like this exist in the town.

Lowell Knapp
Lowell Knapp

Started Our Towne Marketing in 2005. In addition to publishing Our Towne Guilderland each month we also provide print and web design services. Serves as a Board Member with the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce and a Member of the Ethics Board for the Town of Guilderland.
Lives in Guilderland with wife Kristen, son Ryan and daughter Kyra.

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