Weekly Words of Wisdom - 08/27/10 10:38 AM


 
 
Happy Friday to all!
 
I hope that your week is wrapping up nicely.  Things are peachy with me.  We've got loan docs in for one client, and I've got word that docs have been ordered for another.  Happy Day!!  :)
Any big weekend plans?  We are off to the M's game tonight, but with our "summer" weather it feels more like I am heading to a football game.  Better take my blanket tonight!
Enjoy the quotes, have a wonderful weekend and I will see y'all next week.
...geri
 
 
 
 
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Man's mind, once … (3 comments)

Purple Light Nights Bite of Covington - 08/21/10 11:27 AM

 
Purple Light Nights Bite of Covington
The City of Covington is sponsoring a brand new event to benefit local victims of domestic violence.  Purple Light Nights is not new, but this year you will have the opportunity to purchase tickets ($1 value for each) and us them at some of Covington's great food establishments.  Then 50 cents from each ticket sale will go benefit the Covington Domestic Violence Task Force (CDVTF)!
The CDVTF provides safe night stays to victims, cell phones, food, financial literacy and community education about domestic violence. 
 
The Purple Light Nights Bite of Covington is sponsored … (0 comments)

Weekly Words of Wisdom - 08/20/10 11:25 AM

 

 
Happy Friday!
I hope that everyone is having a fantastic day and that your week is wrapping up nicely.  They say it will be unseasonably cool today, but the sun is already out and it is just a beautiful morning - what a great way to start the day! 
Enjoy the quotes and I will see you next Friday. 
...geri
 
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If you develop the habits of success, you will make success a habit.   -Michael E. Angier        
 
Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.    … (1 comments)

Alzheimer's Support Group Meeting - 08/19/10 09:46 PM

 
Alzheimer's Support Group
 
Aegis Living in Kent is now hosting a support group for family and friends of individuals experiencing memory loss and/or needing assistance.   If you are caring for, living with, or know someone with Alzheimer's, then this Support Network is for you. 
 
They will be meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm beginning Tuesday, August 24th. 
 
They are located in Kent at 10421 SE 248th Street.  To join them at their meeting or for more information please call 253-520-8400.  You can also find more information by checking … (1 comments)

Just take baby steps... - 08/14/10 12:39 PM

Making your Home and Life More Eco-Friendly
 
Americans are striving to be more eco-friendly in their lifestyles, but for many they just don't know where to begin. Buying a hybrid car or converting your house to solar power are great ideas, but often not affordable for the average citizen.   Here are some little steps that we can all do that can add up to a big difference.
 
1.  Use less water
- Shut off the water while you brush your teeth
-Take showers that are a minute or two shorter
-Only run full loads of laundry and dishes
 
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Weekly Words of Wisdom - 08/13/10 10:24 AM


 
Happy Friday to all! 
 
I hope your week is wrapping up nicely.   It is peachy here in my corner of the world, it looks like sun has come back and we are going to feel like summer once again!  Woo Hoo! 
Enjoy the quotes and I will see you next Friday.
...geri
 
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Edify a person in advance for the positive traits you want him or her to have, and you'll find them making a concerted effort to live up to your praise.    ~Bob Burg    
 
Creativity is God's gift to you.   What … (3 comments)

Are you moving? - 08/12/10 12:10 PM

Move with a Plan
With summer comes picnics, trips to the lake, walks on the beach...  But for many it is a time to move.  If you are one of the many Americans who will be making a move this summer, with a bit of forethought, the process can be not so stressful.  Here are some helpful hints to help you pack and unpack in an organized manner and make the transition into your new home less stressful.
 
1.  Pack in an organized manner.  As you begin to box things up keep like items together.  It can be tempting … (4 comments)

Weekly Words of Wisdom - 08/06/10 09:17 AM

 

 
Happy Friday!
 
I hope this finds you having a wonderful day, like the day I took this picture...  Beautiful scenery and a good class of wine. 
However, this won't be my day today, I am off to help a client find the home of their dreams.  We just got an offer in on their house, so now we need to find them a new place to call home.
Enjoy the quotes and I will see you next Friday.
...geri
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Speak when you are angry, and you'll make the best speech you'll ever regret.    -Lawrence J. … (2 comments)

Snapshot of the Market - 08/01/10 03:08 PM
 

Here is a quick look at what it going on in the real estate market in our area, zip code 98042...
There are currently 321 homes for sale with prices ranging from just under 100,000's to just under 3 million.
2-bedrooms homes for sale:  8 3 bedroom homes for sale:  133 4 bedroom homes for sale:  145 5+ bedroom homes for sale:  35  
There were 32 homes that sold in June, 2010.   25 were re-sale homes and  7 were new construction.
A further breakout shows what type of homes sold..,.
New Construction:  22% Bank Owned:  25% Short Sales:  6% Regular Re-sales:  47%   
The average … (0 comments)