Feng Shui Tips for Luck - 04/22/10 11:31 AM
Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese belief in energy forces called "chi".  These forces can be found anywhere, even inside our bodies, and can bring happiness, prosperity, love, even good luck.
According to the Chinese, there are three types of luck: Heaven luck, Mankind luck, and Earth luck.  Of these, Earth luck is most influenced by the principles of Feng Shui.  The following Feng Shui symbols are thought to attract positive chi, bringing good luck to you:
Bamboo - is a very strong plant and thrives I most conditions, therefore it is thought to be lucky. Cats - usually displayed in … (5 comments)

Locking Your Loan Rate - 04/14/10 12:03 PM
You know that when you are seeking a mortgage you should shop around for the best rate.  But because interest rates fluctuate, it is a good idea to consider locking your rate.  A rate lock, also called a "lock-in", is a lender's guarantee that you will get a specific interest rate and number of points if you purchase a home within a certain period of time.
If you do not complete your home purchase or refinancing agreement before the lock expires and interest rates happen to rise, you will pay the higher rate.  If interest rates happen to drop during the … (0 comments)

Go GREEN at your office - 04/07/10 11:52 AM
Here are a few tips you can do to help in the quest to ‘go green'.
1. Reduce, recycle, reuse, and buy recycled.  We use a ‘blue' bin and recycle paper and bottles & cans.
2. Turn off your computer & lights when not in use.
3. Recycle ink cartridges.
4. Use you notepad wisely. Use the entire page, then turn it over and use the other side.
5. Watch what you print.
6. Install motion sensor lights.
7. Buy "energy star" office equipment.
8. Open the blinds. Turn down the lights and let the sun shine in.
9. Recycle old … (5 comments)

 

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