advice: Turn out the Lights, the parties over! - 10/03/08 10:05 PM
Well, it's basically over for another year. It is time to close up the cabin and squirrel away the gear. Here are a few tips for the cold weather people.
1. If you don't use your cabin in the winter, make sure the water is drain very well. Look for sagging … (4 comments)
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advice: Now is the time to pick your trees to plant! - 09/23/08 03:24 PM
Not everyone plants trees in the spring some wait for fall. But now is the time to pick which ones you want. Just because you plant a maple tree, does not mean you will have brilliant fall red color.
Some maples I have turn yellow!
Yet some, like my … (6 comments)
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advice: Pet Lovers...Is your Pet ready for winter? - 09/18/08 03:53 PM
Autumn is in the air and some normal care for your pet needs to be thought of now. Especially for our pets that stay outdoors.
For the Northern regions shelter is a big one. Shelters should be elevated a few inches above the ground with some kind of insulationbetween the floor … (9 comments)
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advice: A change in attitude. - 08/18/08 12:10 PM
David received a Parrot for his birthday. The Parrot had a bad attitude and a worse vocabulary. Every other word was an obscenity. Those that weren't expletives, were to say the least , rude. David tried hard to change the birds attitude and was constantly saying polite words and playing soft … (5 comments)
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advice: WARNING...The Deer ticks are out! - 06/05/08 08:46 AM
I try not to rile up the masses, but this is important.
I hope I'm not to late!!!
You may want to send this warning to everyone!
If someone comes to your door doing a survey on Deer Ticks, and asked to take off your clothes and dance around to shake … (15 comments)
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advice: 225 Hrs and counting down... - 04/30/08 01:16 PM
In about 180 hours the roads will be full of anticipation of the Minnesota Walleye. The traffic will be bumper to bumper heading for cabins and lakes. Lot of work to be done before sishing starts. But...are you ready for a safe trip? Already today I had a gentleman stop into … (10 comments)
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advice: Are you "Ready" to buy a house??? - 03/26/08 09:18 PM
I had a young couple stop by my office and claimed they were ready to by a house. They had a pre-approval letter and everything. They gave me the price range and we looked on the computer as I asked probing questions. I finally was able to get a look at … (4 comments)
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advice: Should have bought yesterday..... - 03/07/08 04:05 PM
My client is a very shrewd business man ( or, so he thinks he is ). He has been playing the "lower interest game". just caught up to him again today, and he informed me I was right...(almosst fell off my chair...no one tells a Realtor that he is right). His … (0 comments)
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advice: Advertising Smart - 02/27/08 12:51 PM
With the slow market, advertising isn't as productive as it used to be. But the clients still expect it. You need to know where your dollarr is doing the best. So place an ad in 2 or more publications, and use a code number that is different for each ad. See what … (0 comments)
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advice: Adding a new Bath before the sale - 02/22/08 04:07 PM
I have been asked many times about finishing off a new bath or other room before selling to increase the sale amount. My answer has always been that you will normally only recoup about 75-85% of your investment. It may make the house sell quicker if you only had one bath … (0 comments)
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advice: Do it yourself Remodling - 02/22/08 12:41 PM
OH BOY!!! what a touchy subject. I was just asked this by a client who is thinking of finishing his basement himself. He has NO experience! So I told him of my last showing...we walked into this beautiful home, spacious foyer, solid oak trim and stair case. expansive kitchen, master bath … (0 comments)
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advice: First Time home buyers - 02/20/08 11:50 AM
First time home buyers.....if you are looking to pruchase but waiting fo rlower prices....NOW is the time to buy in this area.....quit listening to the news media!!!! They are a bit behind, and if you don't start looking at real time ( which a Real Eatate Agent can provide ) you … (0 comments)
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advice: Mom wants to rent.... - 02/19/08 12:34 PM
A client informed me that her Mom wants to sell her house and move closer to her. But she doesn't want to buy a house, she wants to rent, but not a townhome. My client asked about buying her a home and renting it to her and asked what the +/- … (0 comments)
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advice: Bare land financing - 02/19/08 10:48 AM
Many of you wanting to buy land and build later are finding it hard to finance. Most local finance companies and banks are looking for 30-45% down payment. Some options to look at would be checking with the local banks in the area of the land to be purchased. Because they … (0 comments)
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advice: Is the time right to buy? - 02/15/08 02:52 PM
If you are thinking of buying..now could be the time, but go at it cautiously. There are many deals that really are not deals, ie: rural properties. These look like the best deals but have the greatest liability. Email me for more detailed info on any certain question. Check my profile … (6 comments)
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