find your freedom: Help for Buyers in Missouri: FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS $7,500 TAX CREDIT - 11/21/08 04:51 PM
Today has been a busy day! Busier than most this week. I talked to three people today regarding the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of $7,500. So when I found this post by Lenn, I knew it was worth passing along.
There is talk of making this CREDIT a GIFT but … (0 comments)
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find your freedom: Land - A solid investment over Wall Street - 11/14/08 10:46 PM
My words of wisdom have fell on deaf ears for years... Buy land, I would say. Buy land, I still say today.Over time, I have received a lot of strange looks and eye rolling. But today, United Country Real Estate released some … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: 2008 NAR Convention Exhibitors - Not going to Orlando? Visit exhibitors ONLINE - 11/05/08 10:31 PM
I'd love to attend the 2008 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in Orlando FL, but I cannot join in the fun this year. I won't be leaving Lebanon MO any time soon!But, I have been reading some of the pre-conference posts popping up on Active Rain and reading the articles in the Realtor … (19 comments)
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find your freedom: Conway MO Boys Baseball Team - 3rd Place Class 2 State Champs! It's a great time to be a BEAR! - 11/03/08 09:10 PM
Back in May of this year, the Laclede County R-1 (Conway, MO) boys baseball team did something no other team in school history had done before: A Final 4 appearance.On May 29, 2008 our boys played in the Class 2 MSHSAA game for 3rd place. Going into the game the Conway … (2 comments)
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find your freedom: Sounds of Rural Missouri Living - What is your favorite? - 10/18/08 08:27 PM
Yesterday, I went on a listing appointment in one of my favorite towns, Conway MO. The property has 20 acres, with a home and various out buildings, including a very nice barn. (More to come next week as we finish up the paperwork and the visual tour.)When I arrived, a few … (2 comments)
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find your freedom: 8th Annual Route 66 Festival in Lebanon MO - 09/22/08 09:13 PM
Lebanon Missouri played host to the 8th Annual Route 66 Festival on Saturday, September 20th, 2008. The event actually kicked off on Friday night with a Cruise-In sponsored by Steak-n-Shake of Lebanon. Then on Saturday, from 9 am until 4 pm, the Cowan Civic Center, located on Historic Route 66, played … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Thinking of down grading my Point 2 site, unless someone can help! Does not rank well, blog posts do not show up on Google Alerts - 09/13/08 01:07 AM
I have taken some time and spent a little bit of money working on my Point 2 website: Find Your Freedom Missouri.
I have:
a customized domain name
local area photos
changed much of the "canned" Point 2 script
have tried to register my site with various portals
accepted most … (51 comments)
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find your freedom: Selling Tip #3: "WE NEED TO LEAVE ROOM TO NEGOTIATE" - 09/07/08 09:18 PM
Selling Tip #3 is really another twist on Selling Tip #2 - Your Missouri home, land, farm, river property or business must be priced correctly.
I think Ken Tracy, from my old hometown of Naperville IL sums it up beautifully:
"Buyers today are more cautious and better educated than ever. … (5 comments)
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find your freedom: It's the little things in Life: I've finally seen a LIVE armadillo in Missouri! - 09/06/08 09:43 PM
My kids think I have totally lost my mind - but I am very excited: Driving home, I finally saw a LIVE armadillo crossing the street! (Hwy A in Phillipburg MO)
It was almost dark and I didn't realize how quickly an armadillo can move, so I wasn't able to grab … (9 comments)
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find your freedom: Missouri "Bond Money" now available to Buyers! - 09/05/08 09:13 PM
Missouri "Bond Money" is a loan program offered through the Missouri Housing Development Commission. Bond money allows residents planning on living in their home to obtain assistance with their purchase (meaning: the home cannot be for investment purposes/rental)
Money is limited so the Missouri Housing Development Commission "announces" money and rates. Thanks to … (2 comments)
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find your freedom: 13133 Hwy 64, Lebanon MO 65536 Thompson's RV Park offered for sale - 08/30/08 10:15 PM
Have you been dreaming of owning your own business? Looking for something the whole family can enjoy?Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Love to fish or at least talk about that big catch? Enjoy talking bear around the campfire?If you're still with me, if I didn't lose you … (14 comments)
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find your freedom: Selling Tip #2: Your Asking Price Determines If and When You Sell...Period. - 08/21/08 08:39 PM
I had been jotting down notes, preparing to write a post: Selling Tip #2 when I came across this post by Danilo Bogdanovic. Danilo is an agent in Ashburn, VA - but I believe strongly, in this case, your location doesn't matter.
His tip:
Your Asking Price Determines If and When You Sell...Period
goes … (11 comments)
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find your freedom: Dallas County MO Real Estate Market Report for July 2008 - 08/09/08 09:59 PM
This Dallas County MO real estate market report for July 2008 includes: Buffalo, Long Lane, Elkland, Tunas, Windyville
Dallas County MO Real Estate Market Report - July 2008
Residential Property:
16 Residential properties sold in Dallas County MO in July 2008
Average List Price: $115,469
Average Sold Price: $107,595
Average Days on the Market: 89
Least Expensive … (0 comments)
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find your freedom: 200 W Route 66, Phillipsburg, MO 65722 Foreclosure Property! - 08/06/08 10:46 PM
Foreclosure PropertyLocated on Historic Route 66 in Phillipsburg MOOffered for sale: $69,900
This three bedroom, 1 full bath home is located on Historic Route 66 just off Interstate 44. Featuring one bedroom on the main level with the bathroom, plus living room, family room, kitchen and sun room. Going up stairs … (12 comments)
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find your freedom: Just Listed: 30 acres +/- wooded (xxxx Dawn Road, Laquey, MO 65536) - 07/22/08 01:44 PM
30 acres, more or less, all wooded near the Gasconade River Dawn Road, Laquey, MO 65536
Quiet and off the beaten path - the gently sloping terrain of this piece makes it the perfect Hunters Get-a-way. Deer and turkey are plentiful. Many nice spots for your cabin or even a … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: Just Listed: xx Dawn Road, Laquey, MO 65534 (104 acres near Gasconade River) - 07/20/08 02:12 PM
Offered by: United Country VIP Realty in Lebanon, MOVacant land ready for cattle, horses and your new home!
You've found the perfect piece! 104 acres more or less near the Gasconade River. Excellent road frontage with three gates for easy entry. All weather creek runs through the property. Seller currently runs … (12 comments)
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find your freedom: Introducting: Long Lane Missouri - country meets tradition - 07/17/08 03:33 PM
Long Lane, MO is a rural town located in South Central Missouri, in Dallas County. You'll find Long Lane almost 12 miles east of Buffalo, MO and 12 miles west of Lebanon, MO along Hwy 32. To say Long Lane is a small town is probably an understatement - … (5 comments)
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find your freedom: 10 questions you shoud be asked when selling your Southwest Missouri Property - 07/12/08 11:00 PM
Keeping and filing important documents while living in your home can pay off when you go to sell. Serious buyers will ask questions about your home and your property.
Being able to answer a few questions can go a long way in assisting your Realtor in marketing your home and in … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Why I moved to Lebanon, Missouri - 07/10/08 11:29 PM
Several times a week I am asked, "Why did you move to Missouri?" or "Why did you move to Lebanon, Missouri?" I usually give the standard answer, "My parents moved here. I wanted my children to be near their grandparents." Nothing in life is that simple, is it? No not really. … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Horse Property! 18926 Hwy Z, Falcon, MO 65407 - 07/10/08 12:55 PM
United Country VIP Realty in Lebanon and Marshfield, MO
is pleased to bring you yet another prime horse property. Located in south east Laclede County, this property has nice pasture and a million dollar view... More details below and be sure to view the visual tour!
Let us help you, Find Your Freedom … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Top 10 Summer Tips to get your Southwest Missouri Property SOLD - 07/07/08 10:35 PM
It's getting a little warm here in Missouri. The outside thermostat is set to "heat."As the summer heat rises, the number of buyers in the area is increasing as well.So, what can you do to make sure your home/property in Southwest Missouri is on the summer sales list?
Here are a five … (5 comments)
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find your freedom: Roaming Around Marshifeld, Missouri - things to do North, South, East and West - 07/05/08 08:45 PM
While in Marshfield, MO be sure to visit Walnut Springs Farm Museum and see the replica of the Hubble Space Telescope. Marshfield's location then makes it the perfect starting point from which to explore the surrounding country side. You'll find scenic land and find a variety of things to do. No matter which … (0 comments)
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find your freedom: Horse Ready! 16650 Hwy B, Lebanon, MO 65536 - 06/27/08 08:15 PM
Horse Ready! 41 acres, 2 homes, barn, shop, 3 ponds and more!Location: Lebanon, MOLocated outside of Lebanon, MO this property is ready for your horses or cattle. Fully fenced and cross fenced. Pipe and cable fencing along blacktop road frontage. 3 ponds plus 3 freeze proof waterers. Pipe catch pens. Main … (2 comments)
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find your freedom: Just Listed: 51 Tall Tree, Strafford, MO 65757 - 06/15/08 11:24 PM
Quiet, secluded, wooded lot with 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home.JUST LISTED by United Country VIP Realty
Built in 2000, this home has been well-cared for and looks new! Mature landscaping gives the age away - Enjoy the green grass and the plentiful flowers.
Three bedrooms, two full … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: The Gift of a Quilt - Handmade in Illinois delivered to Missouri with Love - 06/13/08 10:14 PM
When my kids were little, one of my best girlfriends in Chicago made them each a quilt. Since I can barely sew a button on, I was in awe -- colorful fabric, hand sewn with love. I hung the quilts up, to be admired and to keep them safe.After a few … (8 comments)
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find your freedom: Missouri in the news: Lowest Gas prices in the Country - 06/12/08 10:09 PM
Missouri recently made the news for having the least expensive gas in the country.
I remember moving here in January of 2000 and paying 98 cents a gallon for FULL SERVICE gas.
I have to admit, while I am loving our status as being the lowest in gas prices, I … (12 comments)
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find your freedom: Lebanon, MO - Saying Good-Bye and Thank You to James Finley, our hometown hero - 06/11/08 12:03 AM
Specialist James Finley, of Lebanon Missouri, was killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan a little more than a week ago, on May 31, 2008.
Yesterday, Spc. Finley drove down Jefferson Avenue, a main drag in Lebanon Missouri for the last time. He made the journey from Heritage Baptist Temple on … (7 comments)
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find your freedom: Lebanon, MO Begins It's Good-Bye: Army Spc. James Finley Returns Home - 06/06/08 09:54 PM
Running late for work this morning, I turned on the radio to the crackle of a reporter's voice. The emotion was thick; it took me a minute to realize why I wasn't hearing the usual twang of country music: KJEL, our local radio station, was reporting live from the Lebanon, MO … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: Another Real Estate First - Reading the MLS datasheets by flashligt - 06/02/08 07:34 PM
In early May, I wrote a post about a first for me: mushrooms growing INSIDE one of my listings. In case you missed the story and the tell tale photos, you can read about it HERE.Now, here it is in early June and I have another first: clients reading MLS data … (12 comments)
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find your freedom: My 100th post - Finally, I get to celebrate, Active Rain style - 05/20/08 08:08 AM
Remember when 100 seemed like such a HUGE number? Save 100 dollar bills? You've got to be kidding, that will take forever! Drive 100 miles - will we ever get there? Every year, my school aged children celebrate Day 100. They bring 100 of something to school to kick off the … (17 comments)
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find your freedom: 505 E. Elm Street, Lebanon, MO 65536 (Historic Route 66) - 05/11/08 09:36 PM
Lenz Manor on Historic Route 66 offered for sale by United Country VIP Realty, Debbie DiFonzo, Broker
Offered For Sale: The Lenz Manor on Historic Route 66 in Lebanon, Missouri
Own your own piece of history - the Lenz Manor was built in 1930, opening to the public in 1932 as … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: Projecting Missouri Population 2000 until 2030 - 05/02/08 10:00 PM
Missouri's Office of Administration last week released population projections through the year 2030. Missouri's projected growth rate is approximately 6% per decade, which is slower than the nation's projected rate of 10% per decade. They also estimate by 2030, persons over age 65 will represent more than one-fifth of all Missourians. Missouri children are … (0 comments)
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find your freedom: "Find Your Freedom" booth in Marshfield, MO - 05/02/08 08:33 PM
Last weekend, our Marshfield office had a booth at the Annual Cherry Blossom Festival in Marshfield, Missouri. (Read about all the events of the festival HERE.)As we were setting up our booth Saturday morning, a candidate for Webster County Sheriff came over. After a little chit chat, he said, "This isn't your … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: A boy, A bear Cub and A fence - 04/30/08 08:55 PM
Our house is located a few miles outside Bennett Spring State Park in South Central Missouri. Bennett Springs is a popular trout fishing park: you can fish, have a picnic or walk the miles of trails. We have 80 acres which lays mostly behind our house along with two ponds. The … (3 comments)
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find your freedom: Lebanon, Missouri - area photos - Welcome in Spring! - 04/24/08 11:13 PM
Spring is trying to take over South Central Missouri, but it hasn't succeeded just yet.
We now have green grass. It's time to dust off the mower, get that tune up and grab the ipod.
We now have blossoms and flowers. My all time favorite, the IRIS, is in bloom along with the tulips, … (9 comments)
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find your freedom: Kids Fishing Day - Bennett Spring State Park - Lebanon, MO - 04/17/08 04:57 PM
FREE FISHING DAY FOR KIDS 15 AND UNDERMAY 3, 2008
Bennett Spring State Park, located in Lebanon Missouri, will host Kid's Fishing Day 2008 from 6:30 AM to 8:15 PM. Young anglers (15 years and younger) can fish for free all day long. Adult volunteers will be on hand to help young anglers, … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Did you know banks and mortgage companies are SO busy they can't close loans? - 04/15/08 09:43 PM
Last month, I wrote a post about my deal from somewhere warm and fiery. In a nut shell, I put a property under contract on February 23rd, to close on April 1st. On March 28th I was told the file just went to under writing and it would take NINE BUSINESS … (14 comments)
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find your freedom: Missouri Rain - a short funny - 04/08/08 04:08 PM
I normally do not post jokes and items that are passed along the internet.
However....
This one is new to me and I thought very appropriate given all the rain and flooding Missouri has had. In fact, it's been raining all day... great day to be a duck here in MO.
Hope you … (10 comments)
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find your freedom: 412 Morton Rd, Lebanon, MO 65536 - 04/04/08 03:59 PM
This home was actually listed by one of my agents, Sheila Starnes. As Broker, I've "adopted" this listing as I love it so much! Pictures do not do it justice --
Please allow me to introduce you to...
412 Morton Road, Lebanon, MO 65536
WELCOME HOME!
Full of natural light and neutral colors, this home … (10 comments)
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find your freedom: Putting myself on the line: Running for school board... again... Conway, MO - 04/02/08 09:54 PM
I probably shouldn't admit this... but it is what it is. I'm running for the Laclede County R-1 school board . . . again.
This will be my third try.
I've heard all sorts of things in my quest to serve on the school board. The most popular comment:
You're not from here. … (13 comments)
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find your freedom: Twins - Conway, Missouri style - 03/31/08 07:42 PM
This morning, I was out and about, trying to find a foreclosure property between Conway and Marshfield, Missouri. I never did find the home I was looking for, but I did pass this Momma cow and her babies several times. Finally, I just had to pull over and take a few … (11 comments)
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find your freedom: Lebanon, MO Million Dollar Properties - 03/30/08 09:26 PM
A post by Dena Stevens Pueblo Colorado: Million Dollar Homes got me thinking about Million Dollar properties in our local MLS. I knew my office had two such properties, but until I did a search a few minutes ago, I didn't realize we had the only two properties listed in the MLS … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: 2008 Marshfield (MO) Cherry Blossom Festival Schedule: April 24 to April 27 - 03/01/08 11:15 PM
United Country VIP Realty opened thier second office in the beautiful town of Marshfield, MO in January 2007. Since then we've been soaking up all that Marshfield has to offer. I was amazed by their Cherry Blossom Festival and know you will be too!
The Festival begain back in 2003 and has blossomed each … (3 comments)
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find your freedom: Opening Day - Trout Seasonn 2008 - Lebanon, MO - 03/01/08 09:00 PM
6:25 amLebanon, MO Rolling Trout watersTrout tag secureWeighter's snug...
Almost ready....
This morning at 6:30 am the sound of the opening siren could be heard for miles. Fishermen (and women) were greeted with clear skies and a promise of temperatures in the 60's.
Opening Day of Trout Season at Bennett Spring State Park … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: From Convention: Enhanced Marketing Solutions - 02/26/08 04:53 PM
I've been biting at the bit, waiting for all the posts to come rolling in from our convention goers. So far, nada.
I did receive a "briefing" from my two agents that were able to attend. I thought I would share one item that they brought back:Enhanced Marketing Solutions (EMS)
In addition to … (5 comments)
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find your freedom: The Power of a Blog: United Country Convention a hot blog topic - by non UC'ers - 02/24/08 01:25 PM
Due to an unforeseen circumstance with my daughter, I was not able to attend the United Country Convention that ended yesterday. One of my agents took my place.
With two agents at the Convention, I have received phone call updates and I am biting at the bit waiting for all the handouts … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: Two for the Dough - I've been MeMe'd - 01/29/08 10:30 PM
In the past year, I've read many of the MeMe posts. While I enjoyed all of them, I haven't followed the trend and wasn't totally sure what the process was... Then Carole Provenzale "tagged" me for a MeMe! What? Me?
I immediately logged on to AR, clicked the search button and was over … (6 comments)
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find your freedom: The Complete Ozark Package! Visual Tour: www.UCtheOzarks.com - 01/27/08 09:30 PM
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find your freedom: This is why I do what I do ... FAMILY... the final piece of the puzzle - 01/25/08 08:26 PM
When I first read Melissa Grant's challenge: "Write about the most defining and profound moment in your career." I thought, boy, this will be a breeze. I thought my defining moment came before I even entered the real estate arena:
In July of 1999 my husband and I came "down" to Missouri from our … (8 comments)
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find your freedom: Contributing Aurthor to "Real Estate in2008" book: Debbie DiFonzo - 01/05/08 08:11 PM
Debbie DiFonzo Recognized as Contributing Author to Real Estate in 2008 Book of Top Ideas for the Challenging Market of 2008
Debbie DiFonzo, one of the premier Realtors in Marshfield, MO, recently joined hundreds of top agents as a contributing author to Real Estate in 2008.
Marshfield, MO (Best Agent Business) January 4, … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: SOLD! 3554 N. Marshall, Marshfield, MO 65706 - 01/02/08 10:05 PM
First time on the market!
3554 N. Marshall, Marshfield, MO 65706$89,900
The perfect country setting - located just outside of town, fish in your stocked pond, watch the deer and turkey roam, pick that perfect rosy red tomato. 5.58 acres with a nice mix of open and woods.
The home began … (4 comments)
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find your freedom: Dan Duffy, CEO of United Country Real Estate, on the Radio 12/23/07 - 12/22/07 11:33 AM
Dan Duffy, CEO of United Country Real Estate, will be on Highway 6 - Your Road to the Country. A full hour live radio show dedicated to the Rural Lifestyle. You can hear the show on 98.3 WOW-FM in Iowa this Sunday, December 23rd, 8 am. Sounds like Dan will be talking about rural … (2 comments)
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find your freedom: SOLD! Country home on Niangua River in Lebanon, MO - 10/10/07 04:42 PM
Enjoy Family Life To The Fullest!107 Turkey Ridge Trail, Lebanon, MO 65536
This home has room, room and more room! Five bedrooms and three full baths - ranch style home with walk out basement. Huge kitchen opens to the airy living room complete with wood burning fireplace. Formal dining room, master … (1 comments)
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find your freedom: I'm not a parade person... but I have to admit, I had *FUN* - 09/25/07 07:21 PM
I hate parades.
Okay, there I said it.
Most people think I am crazy - "How can you not like a parade?" they'll say...
I don't have a real good answer to that... It's not something I can easily answer. I just don't "get it."
Okay, okay, so I'm a party poo-per when … (5 comments)
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find your freedom: Greathires.org - Search for a job in Missouri - 09/13/07 09:34 PM
Tonight, I showed a piece of commercial property for a fifth time, to the same couple. They had another investor couple with them. We toured the property, talked and looked around a little more.
As we wrapped up our showing, we talked about where we were from, what we had done in … (0 comments)
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find your freedom: Why You Should Purchase Your Next Home in Lebanon, MO - 09/12/07 12:40 PM
This post is a submission to an ActiveRain contest: Buyers Challenge!
By: Debbie DiFonzo, United Country VIP Realty, Lebanon, MO
Dear Mr. Anderson: Thank you for contacting United Country VIP Realty. We're located in south central Missouri and I think you'll find our area the perfect place to call home! Below, you'll find information on our … (13 comments)
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find your freedom: 551 S. Washington, Lebanon, MO 65536 - 08/31/07 04:51 PM
Former Washington Street Bed and Breakfast now being offered for sale!
Offered for sale by United Country VIP Realty, Lebanon, MO This splendid Victorian was built around 1890 and has been a primary residence as well as a popular Bed and Breakfast.
Located in downtown Lebanon, this home will take you back in … (10 comments)
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find your freedom: 10790 Hwy Z, Falcon, MO 65470 - 07/19/07 08:26 PM
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find your freedom: 15049 Hwy Z, Falcon, MO 65470 - 07/17/07 10:22 PM
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find your freedom: 22751 Oneida Drive, Lebanon, MO 65536 - 07/07/07 11:08 AM
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find your freedom: A 26 year family tradition... in Long Lane, Missouri - 07/06/07 11:20 PM
Long Lane, MO is a rural town located 12 miles east of Buffalo, MO and 12 miles west of Lebanon, MO along Hwy 32. To say Long Lane is a small town is probably an understatement - the "city limit" sign doesn't list a population nor does "Long Lane" show up … (1 comments)
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find your freedom: United Country Color Catalogs - 05/08/07 09:02 PM
While looking through past Active Rain posts I found one by Dusty in Texas. He referred to the United Country color catalog as "taking an arm chair tour of America." What a great description of our book!
The power of the color catalog cannot be under estimated - I'm sure many of … (1 comments)
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