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  • A Tidy Office Is More Productive
    Whether you work from home or at an office, desk tidiness, or lack thereof, can become a problem. But, as real estate agents well know, an organized desk is far more productive than a disorganized one.
  • The Photo Often Sells the Home
    It's no mystery in the real estate business that first impressions count for a lot. That's why the first impression a buyer gets of your home had better be a good one. And where do they first see it? Well, if they come for a viewing they'll see the exterior of your home, but chances are good that they're there because they've already seen it, or at least pictures of it on the internet. Whether on the Multiple Listing Service or on a Realtor's® web site, the photographs taken of your home for sal
  • Quick Cover-Ups for Home Sellers
    One of the hardest things about selling a house is making the old appear new. It can be a costly venture to start replacing cupboards, bathroom fixtures and the like. Here are some economical Band-Aid solutions to help get your home sale worthy. Keep in mind, however, sometimes that old bathtub or front porch is beyond repair and you may have to bite the bullet and replace it.

    Instead of removing damaged wood door jambs, windowsills or
  • Is Your House Stuck in the 80's?
    Whether you're thinking of selling your home, or just looking to make some updates, if you're home is still stuck in the 80's, it's time to make some changes. We're not talking about major design alterations; maybe a new coat of paint, some updated lighting fixtures and new flooring here and there.

    If you're not sure of the age of your home, but the design touches look a little dated, take a walk down memory lane with some of these typical 80's style decorating characteristics.
  • Creating a Garden - It's all in the Planning
    The hardest part about planning a garden is deciding where to begin. Looking out over the vast mound of overgrown shrubs, weeds and cracked concrete, it's difficult to imagine your yard can be the garden paradise you've always dreamed of. It's as though you're beginning with a blank canvas, and someone hands you a shovel and says "create". Before you drop the shovel and walk away in frustration, gather your thoughts, and take yourself through this step-by-step process for planning your garden.
  • "Not To Be Missed" Western Golf Properties
    Vacation homes and investment properties consisted of 33-percent of the homes sold in the U.S. in 2007, and many of these included golf communities. There is something about looking out your window and enjoying a view of the back nine. Not to mention that more courses these days are being developed with minimal environmental impact – this means more expansive views, wildlife and natural beauty at your doorstep. Of course, the bottom line advantage being, the greens are there ready and waiting; o

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