As most of you know, the expansive clay soils in the San Antonio area behave much like a sponge. When the soil dries - it shrinks. When it is wet - it expands. I am hearing stories from all over town about serious foundation problems occurring in a matter of a few months. The culprit is our lo
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08/19/2009
Understanding Realtor's Commission I work with buyers and sellers every day and realize how confusing it is to understand how realtors are compensated. It is also confusing to understand where the money comes from - and where all that money goes. To understand commissions you must firs
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08/04/2009
AS A BUYERS AGENT........... When I have a client who is interested in purchasing a home, I want an inspector who is reasonable, honest, thorough and will take the time to explain exactly what the problem is to my clients (in simple terms). I have a list of several inspectors that meet these
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08/04/2009
Here is some great information provided by my friend, Kim Kraemer. She is an interior decorator, and I asked her to share some information about recent trends in window treatments. I think I am going to try the UV treatment for my office windows - maybe that will help keep my office cooler on
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07/31/2009
When my clients first start looking at a home purchase, I tell them the most important thing to notice is not the floor plan, the neighborhood, the location, or even the price. The #1 thing to consider when looking at homes is to evaluate whether or not the property might have a resale problem.
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05/18/2009
Here is some great info on bank owned, short sale and foreclosure differences. PaulaBy Ken Cash, Broker, CRS Coldwell Banker Incline Village Realty Lake Tahoe CA & NV WHATS THE DIFFERENCE? Bank Owned, Short Sale or Foreclosure... In my daily business, receiving calls, making calls t
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03/16/2009
Spring has sprung, and I like to go with lighter desserts this time of year. I took two pies to our last dinner club and got rave reviews on them! I thought I would share the recipes with everyone. Strawberry Pie 8 oz of cream cheese (I use low fat) 1/3 c sugar ½ c sour cream 1 t vanilla 2 pint
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03/16/2009
My new favorite restaurant is the Roaring Fork @ Blanco and 1604. It is a great restaurant to meet friends or have a nice date. When we were getting our kitchen redone last fall, we became nightly visitors to the Roaring Fork. Their happy hour features half price appetizers and drinks. Indoor
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03/14/2009
Many people are overwhelmed when it comes to choosing a realtor. They 'settle' for their brother in law, the lady at work's friend, or someone they just happen to catch on phone duty. Here are some ideas and recommendations for choosing a realtor - to buy or sell. I would suggest you 'interview
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03/03/2009
I have lived in Texas for thirty years now, so I guess I am almost a native. Even when I lived in New Mexico, I was so close to the border that as soon as I said "HIIIIIII" everyone said I talked like a "Texan". My grandparents and family members always lived in Texas. The football stadium in
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01/08/2009
