Entry #17, January 18, 2010 The cold weather was justified for the holidays.. but now your utility bill is showing signs that your house needs to get winterized, and fast! Preparing your home for the winter will help keep your family warmer, and your wallet fuller. You can spend a few dollars to seal windows…
Entry #16, January 10, 2010 Motivation – “Willingness of action especially in behavior“-Wiktionary. The excuses behind what we have motivation for and what we don’t is a mile long list, would you agree? Although, we all find the “motivation” when it comes to an action that we desire, correct? I.e. money, food, vacations, attention, etc… …
Entry #15, January 2, 2010 Welcome 2010! Every new year, the resolutions for our lives, family, work, and health are made.. although, by Spring the resolutions are forgotten, and we slip back to the old ways, and same us. How about this year, try something different? How about redefining and refining the goals…
Entry #14, December 12, 2009 Whether your family celebrates Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or Fesitvus, we all will be buying gifts! Even though this holiday occurs at the same time every year, it’s always a “surprise” when it comes to spending our money! Don’t worry, there are still ways to save money, and buy gifts. Read…
Entry #13, December 1, 2009 One of the hardest and frustrating times to sell your home… is at the holidays. Why? Since the holidays are usually based around traditions, and family, home sellers want to be able to relax. Throw up 1 million lights on the front of the house, and have a good ‘ol…
Entry #12, November 22, 2009 Your family and the traditions that surround Thanksgiving, live in families memories for a lifetime. Opening your home to loved ones and friends warms our hearts, and makes this season a worthwhile one. Here are some tips to help your Thanksgiving run smoothly and help keep the family traditions coming……
Entry #11, November 15, 2009 Each Thanksgiving families, friends, and even strangers gather around the dinner table for “THE MEAL”. It is the most talked about, labor intensive, and sometimes over-planned meal of the year. Although, for all of it’s negatives, we all still love it. Whether it’s childhood memories, or it’s new ones. Thanksgiving…
Entry #10, November 3, 2009 In about 4 weeks, the relatives will be wearing out their welcome in your overcrowded guest room. The Thanksgiving meal will need to be planned, and your kid’s are already giving you their mile-long Christmas lists… relax. The holiday’s are supposed to be a joyous time to spend with family…
Entry #9, October 21, 2009 “Curb Appeal” – the appearance of the grounds, and exterior of a home, and the appeal that it draws. Let’s make guests want to get out of their car and come in… Structure: Does the paint look dirty, the stucco look old, or the brick have stains? Consider adding a fresh…
Entry #8, October 9, 2009 Whether you are buying a brand new home, or a resale, the upgraded finishes or “add-ons” can be the selling point of the house. Remember, there is such thing as too many upgrades! If you have poured $100,000 into Italian marble floors, and imported granite from Portugal, and the neighboring…
Entry #7, September 29, 2009 Congratulations! Here are some tips to make your preparation for moving more organized, and less chaotic! Timeline: Before you pick up the packing tape, figure out when you will be moving. 1.) If you have purchased a home, you will have a contract with a closing date. Depending on what…
Entry #6, September 20, 2009 As influenza, viruses, and allergies run rampant in our everyday lives, we quickly run for the medications. Whether your sneezing and watery eyes are caused from sickness or your environment… these tips won’t make your house the culprit! Dusting: Move appliances, furniture, and large items that collect dust beneath them….