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Kitchen remodeling is one of the most popular home improvement projects and is an excellent investment. However, before diving into a large kitchen remodel, carefully consider both budget and design. 
I try to read alot each day before 6am and I came across something this morning that set me back a bit. It was a lady complaining about the people that sign onto a public blog like Active rain and they don't seem to be from the same profession she is … (2 comments)
How the Credit Scoring Model Works on CD Free
For those who live in California we do LIVE credit improvement and overall financial health seminars for your office and or clients, it is about an hour and a half seminar. Read our testimonials to see how people go wow! … (0 comments)
HUD will now allow all mortgage lenders tosell foreclosed property with FHA financing without regard to the date theyacquired the property. Previous to this, only Federally chartered banksand credit unions and the GSEs (FannieMae and FreddieMac) and HUD were allowthis exemption.Please be aware this does not apply to private investors or … (0 comments)
Only because the wonderful Karen Otto asked me to do this, am I doing it. karen was wondering around Plano and found me in the Dallas Home Improvement Magazine. www.homeimprovementmag.com
The past 2 1/2 years have been tough on realtors in our area -- one of the hottest appreciation spots during the boom, we crashed hard when the brakes got put on.
Typically, activity slows down about 20% in the summer months (considered off-season down here). Not so far this year! … (1 comments)
I am new to ActiveRain. I want to learn to be a great blogger. I am just starting out...any advice or help???This is first post with NVU. I suppose I will go back and read the directions. I would like to be able to post interesting blogs with images and in html … (10 comments)
Last weekend I had the great joy of going “golfing” with some of my favorite people (my in-laws (Michael & Cheron Lange) and their great kids). I say “golfing” in quotes because this was the first time for my 7-year-old nephew and 3-year-old niece who had just gotten their first set … (4 comments)
Today I was reading a few outside blogs that I enjoy. There were two posts that I thought were so powerful that I would share them here with the members of Active Rain.
In three weeks, the Federal Open Market Committee will meet again and markets anticipate another cut to the Fed Funds Rate.
Based on data compiled by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland at the close of business yesterday, traders put the probabilities of the Fed's next move at:
62 percent … (0 comments)
I know this is a little outdated (well, it was in yesterday's Wall Street Journal), but I thought I would briefly talk about it here in case anyone missed it. The article talked about how big renovations (i.e. remodeling) are providing not only little to no returns, but they could actually … (0 comments)
The Fed once again made the call to drop the interest rate, but also left trailings that the cuts will be coming to an end. This ripple caused the stock market to slip and lose traction. Although a negative in most aspects, it could indicate some rate improvements on the way.
As I was signing on to AOL today I came across Eric Stromer's do it yourself videos.
Yesterday I put up some shelves. I also punched some holes in the wall. I didn't use my fist, and there was no Tequila involved, although that would be more graceful than what I did, which is lean all my weight on the drill until it slipped off the head of … (7 comments)
From time to time, an asset, or a class of assets, will become so popular among investors that its value will grow to exceed the inherent value of the asset. This event is referred to as a financial bubble, as it is perceived that values become over-inflated, and must eventually deflate. … (2 comments)
Marshall Field, the great Chicago retailer once said, "Those who enter to buy, support me. Those who come to flatter, please me. Those who complain, teach me how I may please others so that more will come. Only those hurt me who are displeased but do not complain."As a broker, I … (39 comments)
I was given this by a friend and I keep it out in a frame so I can read it everyday. It has brought me much peace and patience throughout the years...Hope you all enjoy!The author is Anonymous Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. … (1 comments)
Definitely worth checking out: The results show signi
cant correlation between
the spatial concentration of same-sex couples and housing values; furthermore,
housing values are higher in a city where the proportion of same-sex couples was
higher a decade ago, suggesting that same-sex couples make better communities.
Love it -- like we didn't … (11 comments)
As some of you know already, a few years back I started learning about coaching. Coach V had taught me quite a bit about DISC personality tests. What the letters D-I-S-C stand for is the four different personality types that we all have ingrained in our being. In understanding DISC Testing, … (1 comments)
Today was a very busy day. Business seemed to keep me hopping. This is a good thing. I'm sure my seller clients would agree. It has been a few months of to much idle time. Is real estate taking a slight upward turn? I certainly hope, that would be a dream … (9 comments)
Have you reviewed your property Tax Record lately? When I meet with people to talk about listing their homes, or about writing a contract to purchase a home, they are usually a little surprised to see how thoroughly I have inspected the property tax records.Aside from the Tax Assessment, which is obviously critical … (0 comments)
The construction activity around Monroe clearly defines the need for the new "latest and greatest" interstate interchange at Interstate I-75 and State Route 63. Work has already begun on this project and although local motorists have been inconvenienced and detoured, it will be a blessing to all upon completion.This is rumored to be the latest … (0 comments)
Things are definitely looking up in the Paradise real estate market. After looking at the activity level of this past week, the local market is showing signs of improvement. We had 8 properties close escrow and another 15 properties go under agreement. There were 16 new listings that hit the … (1 comments)
How to Paint the Interior of a House
from wikiHow - The How to Manual That You Can Edit
Painting the entire interior of a house can transform it from mundane to inspiring! It can also raise property value and help a home for sale move more quickly. Doing it … (0 comments)
This is my first attempt at blogging. I have no background in writing and the process is very intimidating to me. I have been procrastinating at getting started. As a professional stager and lifelong "do it when it needs to get done" person, it is unlike me to put off completion of … (29 comments)
NOTICE: To the Residents of the North End of Providence, Rhode Island.
People often move for job or educational opportunities, to follow family, or any number of other motivations. But what if you're simply too "cramped" in your home? You face a dilemma: move, or just improve?First consider how long you might stay where you are. It doesn't make much sense to pour … (0 comments)
I have just added "staging" to my list of real estate services; I did this because for the 5th or 6th time in the last few months, I have had a friend or business associate tell me that I should get into interior design. Please click on this: http://realestateshows.com/222382 I did this for … (3 comments)
This month we had a decrease in Active listings from 6537 in June to 6491 in July while new listings also fell from 1772 to 1639. The number of properties Under Contract actually made a modest improvement from 318 last month to 367 this month while the number of Contingent properties dropped slightly from 198 last … (2 comments)
Is the home you are selling in need of a little help? Are you willing to do a few Mr. Fix-It projects to get fabulous returns on the value of your house? These five home improvement projects are the most profitable. Buyers value them. They increase the value of the home … (0 comments)
There are many types of improvements people make around the house and yard. What low cost improvement have you made and enjoy for having done so? … (1 comments)
WELCOME HOME Whether you’re selling your home or planning to stay put for a while, curb appeal is the key to making a good first impression. A home with a fresh coat of paint, a few potted plants or neatly trimmed landscaping can be a more inviting place for your friends, … (7 comments)
Determining whether a home improvement will add value to your home can be tricky. There are many factors to consider. Some factors are tangible like the cost of making the improvement. Other factors are less tangible and harder to quantify, like the improved quality of life the home improvement brings you … (0 comments)
The first month of the year is behind us. Where are you on your 2007 goals? Life flows and things change, that's inevitable. If you're not exactly where you had planned to be, there is plenty of time to correct the course. You have the time and opportunity to make this … (3 comments)
Does anyone still read the newspaper?On a daily basis "The Examiner" shows up somewhere in my yard for free, but rarely do I have time to read it, so it goes straight into the recycling bin. Yesterday, while trying to coach pureed sweet potatoes into my son, I actually had a chance … (3 comments)
Permits:Most cities require that homeowners obtain a building permit before making modifications to their residence. Which modifications require a permit vary by city. Also, some cities are more vigilant than others in enforcing permit laws.In order for the homeowner to receive a permit, the homeowners are required to file plans and … (0 comments)
Consumer confidence...Good News or ...by John Occhi, Hemet REALTORThe Conference Board, a private research group, announced that consumer confidence for the month of December has taken an unexpected rise, due in part to an improved job market and continued optimism about the countries economy.The revised numbers for November, 2006 settled in … (1 comments)
Conformity Is Not Change....Change Comes From Within. … (1 comments)
Most rates have improved by another .125% since Tuesday or are very close to doing so. Uncertainty in the Middle East, including oil-producing countries, may keep the stock and bond market volatile for some time. While rates have been improving, this uncertainty can be risky if your client is floating their … (2 comments)
Just taking a quick break from preparing our July 4th celebrations here today and it struck me that I am doing this in my new outdoor kitchen.Ourdoor kitchens first and foremost, are a wonderful invention. I have a 42" grill with rotissarie (big enough to cook a 20lb Turkey when we … (0 comments)