Mark Bergman

This commentary appeared in the Post Star on 11/14/2010 So you've decided it's time to sell your house. I mean, interest rates are so low the banks are practically begging folks to take out mortgages. And there must be some pent-up demand. After the ...'>

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-03-19 13:10:49 While you’d like to get the best price for your home, consider our six reasons to reduce your home price. If you don't receive any offers for a few weeks, check out other comparable houses on the market ...'>

Earlier this week I participated in the Common Ground Alliance forum. It was attended by many elected officials (none from Johnsburg), lots of non-profit leaders and a handful of us from the business community. I left with very mixed feelings about the potential ...'>

Press-Republican July 15, 2010 EDITORIAL: Rangers are the police of the wilderness Press-Republican ---- — In lean times, taxpayers always urge their government representatives to cut spending in just about every area except public safety. Citizens want ...'>

The Siena Research Institute releases results of special New York Homeownership Survey; NYSAR calls on lawmakers for tax reform 5/26/2010 Today, the New York State Association of REALTORS and the Siena Research Institute (SRI) released the results of a special ...'>

Reminder: Armed service members have extra year to claim homebuyer tax credit While the contract deadline for the homebuyer tax credit for most Americans has come and gone, please remember, and remind your agents, that members of the armed services and certain ...'>

Tips on How to Fix Your House Up to Sell By Paige Tepping RISMEDIA, May 27, 2010--With the summer buying and selling season just around the corner, now is the time to think about how you can create a lasting first impression with potential buyers. Here are ...'>

From the Adirondack Almanac Blog Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Two New Adirondack Bicycling Initiatives by Alan Wechsler #fullpost{display:inline;} Two unrelated efforts this spring show that bicycling may be getting a little more attention here in the Adirondacks. ...'>

The Post-Star Welcome new neighbors By KIM COOK Associated Press | Posted: Sunday, May 16, 2010 1:15 am "If strangers move into a neighborhood, it is not only unfriendly but uncivil for their neighbors not to call on them." - Emily Post, "Etiquette: ...'>

I have heard that if you turn a light on and off frequently you shouldn't use a fluorescent bulb. Is this true of compact fluorescents? Asked by Sherrie VandePutte Ortonville, MI Also, why do fluorescent bulbs buzz? Is there any way to avoid this? Answer ...'>