It was not so long ago that buyers were just around the corner. With everything that has happened it is a well needed break. Client relations are being tested and strong ties will make the market turn around and be  more rewarding for us all. Holidays are here and it is time to be thankful for the little things in life that we take for granted. I wish all a very Merry Xmas, Holiday, and wish nothing but good health, wealth, and happiness for the coming year. Before you know it we will be up to our necks in the race again. Best Wishes

During these's hot summer days its a challenge to keep your lawn looking good. Many believe that watering your lawn as much as you can is the best. The best thing to do is to water your lawn as close to day break as possible. Doing this will let the water reach the roots and not just evaporate in the sun. It should also help found developing a fungus. You should save both on your water bill and electric if you have a sprinkler system.

I have experienced many buyers asking the question if the home they are considering buying has propane for any reason, does the propane company have a " lack of use" charge. Meaning that the propane company will charge you for not using a certain amount of propane in a certain amount of time. I have had customers not look at homes that used propane. What have you experienced if any?

I would like peoples opinions on open houses for your customers. What have you experienced yourself. Are they a help or hindrance? I will well come all to give their feelings.

I would like to get opinions on where to spend your money when it comes to putting your self out in the market. Where do you feel is the best place to invest your money for the best return? Would it be advertising in the newspaper, on the web, TV, radio, billbroads etc.

If your home is shaded by trees during the day and you have a cool breeze, open your windows and use your ceiling fans to cut your cost. But when the sun goes down you may want to turn your a/c on because your home will start to give off the heat it absorbed during the day. Your a/c unit should run for a shorter period of time to cool off your home.

Most people are quick to call for a repair man to repair their a/c unit when they feel it is not working correctly. Before calling someone in first check your filter to see if it is in need of cleaning or replacing. Alot of times when to filter is clogged it does not let enough air flow so the unit will freeze up and cut off your air flow. Check your filter before calling for a repairman you may save yourself a costly charge.

Many people today don't think about changing their cars coolant until there's steam coming out from under their hood. Most people never have their radiator flushed and new coolent put in. You should take your car to a garage that you can trust and it will save you alot later. Or do it yourself by draining the fluid into a container and take it to a recycling center. Place a garden hose in your fill port on your radiator, turn it on, open the drain on your radiator, and if there is one on your engine block, turn on the water and start your engine. Let this go on for a while. Then shut your engine and let all the water drain out, close all your drains, and fill with 50/50 mix of water and anti freeze. Start your engine and wait a while till the thermostat opens and add more coolant. Than put the cap back on your radiator and fill your over floe bootle half way. Now you're set.

I have been looking for some one for over a year now. It seems that many contractors are either very busy or have lost their appointment books. If any one knows of some one please contact me, I have many clients looking for help. Is it just the area or are others having the same problem. Thanks for all your help.

I have heard several times from other agents, that an open house never works. I have held several myself and they seem to be correct. I may get a lead, but not sell the property that I am having an open at. They do produce other leads that may develop into a sale. What do you have to say?