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Storm Safety Tips

An ounce of prevention

is worth a pound of cure."

Although we cannot 'prevent' an electrical storm, we CAN prevent the fallout of one from hampering our ability to function.

As Mother Nature's hot and cold air clash above, storms can pop up seemingly without warning. Whether you are on a road trip or simply hanging out around the house, know that you've made the necessary preparations should an electrical storm interrupt your day!

Having a Storm Safety Kit is essential in the event of a power outage.

• Food and drinking water
• Pillows, blankets and clothing
• Basic first aid supplies, prescriptions and toiletries
• Flashlights, batteries, and battery-operated clock, radio and phone
• Cash and credit card information
• Baby and…

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Smart Home Technology Tuesdays!

We live in a digital age, there's no denying it. A few years back we had flip phones, but today it's smart phones in our pockets, mini computers really. They provide us with access to global information, directions around the world and immediate connections across earth, all with a few swipes of the finger.

Currently, one of the hottest trends is smart home technology, a direct correlation with the "Internet Of Things". Today, not only can we talk and text on our smart phones, but we can control aspects of our home, such as the temperature, lighting, locking/unlocking doors remotely and smart appliances in our kitchen and laundry rooms. While there's incredible technology already available, there's so much to come!

Take a peek at upcoming trends…

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Love Me, Love My Dog! (Cat, Fish, Bird, Hamster...)

Our beloved pets become our friends and family, impacting nearly every aspect of our lives and the function of our households.

When putting the house we live in up For Sale on the market, there are additional considerations that warrant attention. Some potential buyers have phobias, allergies and preferences that vary one from the next. There are ways to accommodate both the showing activity as well as respecting that not all consumers share your appreciation for the feathered and furry.

The first impression is the selling moment for many buyers. When the front door swings open, is it immediately evident that there's a dog or cat in the household?

Here are some tips for minimizing and eliminating negative odors from impacting the potential…

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How To Manage Living In A House That Is On The Market

Now that your property is on the market, do you find yourself in a constant state of heightened stress while waiting for your property to sell? How ought you approach this phase of the selling process? Think of it like taking a flight to an anticipated destination.

Getting On Board

Hate flying? Perhaps its the hours leading up to the flight that you find most disconcerting. For others it's all about the wait. Any one of the above can be stressful and anxiety inducing. Selling a house needn't throw your life into a tailspin. Take a deep breath and shake off the nerves.

Take-Off

Buckle up! The flurry of activity when preparing a property appropriately is exciting and very busy. Finally pushing the live button initiates the process that is…

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Add Valuable Square Footage The Right Way

What makes the difference between a lower level and a basement, makes the difference in your price point when selling your property. So, what is the difference? 

Short answer: Finish.

When selling your property, a key factor in determining its pricepoint is determined upon its total finished square footage. A clean basement with painted floor and cinderblock walls and with electricity, but no ceiling, is not a finished space and therefore cannot be included in the square footage. The components that actually define finished include ALL of the following,

Floor Covering with Finished Walls and Ceilings (simply painting the surfaces doesn't count!), Heat and Electricity.

If you want to get more value out of the sale of your property, consider…

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Happy Mother's Day!

Thank You to All Moms, for everything that you do!

• If everyone jumped off a cliff, would you do it too?
• Don't talk with your mouth full.
• I don't know...can you?
• Because I said so, that's why!
• Don't make me come in there!
• I will stop this car and turn right around!
• Your face is going to freeze like that
• I don't care who started it.
• Your legs aren't broken.
• Don't worry sweetie, everything will be alright
• He/she doesn't deserve you--it's their loss!
• I'm so proud of you!
• I love you more!

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Want to Sell This Year? Act Now!

Spring Market in real estate doesn't commence with tulips and daffodils, rather it begins strongly mid-winter following the post-holiday lull.

Are you wanting to sell your property this year? 

Review this installment, part of a series of Real Estate Guide articles by Money.com, to see whether there are yet steps that you need to take in order to attain your real estate goals this year.

Money.com article If You Want to Sell Your House This Year, Start Doing These Things Now

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When Is It Time to Consider Downsizing?

Life can take a turn at any given moment. Whether your household has had the foresight to plan ahead or not, being financially and emotionally prepared often requires assistance. So much heart and soul goes into establishing roots in a house or a community, that it makes the decision to downsize a challenging one in a variety of ways.

When ought the planning begin? Where can I find the right service for my needs? 

Note the attached article on downsizing preparedness, along with the link to SeniorAdvisors.com's fantastic network of services that are available to assist you and your loved ones making the move, 

WSJ article When Should Retirees Downsize?

Link to SeniorAdvisor.com Directory

Once you and your family have taken all the right…

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What Do You Call A Baby...?

Aren't babies sweet? 

When planning to buy a new home, often the determining factor for which home to buy is based upon the size of the household, in particular the size of those littlest household members!

Where will they live and grow--is there enough space? Where will they run and play--is it safe enough? Where will they go to school--is it good enough? 

Just about anything baby is adorable!

Just for fun, take two from your home search and see how many of these nature's babies you knew the actual correct name for,

Twitter Facts OMG 

Then give us a call or drop us an email and let us help you to refine your home search!

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Top Home Features

Whether your are planning to move or to stay in your present home, there are certain basic essentials that homeowners identify as being deal breakers. Note these most popular features that are highly sought after by homeowners today,

Eleven Most Popular Home Improvements - Yahoo! HOMES article

Three Steps Towards Selling Your House

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-quick-fixes-help-house-090036017.html

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