nebraska: Money does grow on trees! - 09/10/08 10:21 PM
I never fail to learn something when I attend my local Toastmasters meeting. We had two great speakers today at our meeting in San Marcos, California. The first had us practice our laughing skills in various forms. I didn't know there were so many defined types of laughter -- such as … (1 comments)
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nebraska: QDMA Branch Western Iowa and Eastern Nebraska - 08/23/08 08:34 PM
Learn to manage your hunting property! Its been a long time in the making but its time for the first banquet of The Heartland Chapter of Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) and we are recruiting membership for the group. If you are a deer hunter, land owner, land manager, or in … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Child Safety Tips: High Chairs - 08/04/08 04:53 PM
High Chairs
To keep your child from pushing themselves over, set the chair out of reach of walls, tables, and counters. Never leave your child unattended while they're in a highchair. Make sure the chair is very stable when it is set up. If it is the folding type, it must … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Child Safety Tips: Trash - 08/04/08 04:50 PM
Trash
Protect your children from hazards in the garbage by using a child resistant trash can, or keep your trash can behind a locked cabinet. To prevent suffocation, tie knots in plastic bags before discarding. Also, keep your trash bags and plastic wrap in a cabinet with a safety latch. Keep … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Caulking the House - Seal It, Protect It and Keep It Dry !!! - 08/04/08 10:05 AM
Caulking the House - Seal It, Protect It and Keep It Dry !!!
Summary: Caulks are one of the most basic building materials used in today's building and remodeling projects. There are caulks for stopping water and air infiltration, minimizing radon infiltration, sanitation purposes, temporary roof repairs, driveway and masonry wall … (2 comments)
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nebraska: PREPPING FOR A FORECLOSED / VACANT HOME INSPECTION - 08/04/08 10:02 AM
PREPPING FOR A FORECLOSED / VACANT HOME INSPECTION
A foreclosure home may offer a great investment opportunity for a home buyer/investor with the resources and knowledge to professionally renovate the property; however, it will present some unique challenges when the time comes to inspect the property.
Typically, these homes have been … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Curb Appeal - 08/04/08 10:00 AM
CURB APPEAL.
You've seen this house... it just seems to be missing something that would cause a buyer to take notice and get interested. Well that "something" is usually a few inexpensive adjustments to exterior cosmetics. Here are a few ideas for your home sellers to consider, to improve their home's … (0 comments)
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nebraska: June Market Report for Douglas and Sarpy County, NE - 07/14/08 07:47 PM
In looking at residential sales (not including condos and townhomes) in Douglas and Sarpy counties there were 749 closed transactions for the month of June. How does that compare to June of 2007? Last year there were 990 closed transactions for the month of June. Compared to last year closed transactions … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Thank you, Kelli Mickeliunas of CBSHome - 07/14/08 12:09 AM
I would like to thank Kelli Mickeliunas of CBSHome and a fellow member of ActiveRain for bringing the buyer to my listing at 8111 Valley Rd in LaVista, Nebraska. Kelli was very pleasant to work with and a true professional.
The transaction went off without a hitch and I look forward … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Kelli Mickeliunas - Realtor - Peak Performer - CBSHOME Real Estate - 07/12/08 07:40 AM
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nebraska: Radon Testing - 07/10/08 09:51 PM
Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that has been found in homes all over the United States. Radon is originated from the natural decay of uranium in soil, rocks and ground water. Radon from surrounding soil enters into a home via small spaces and openings such as: cracks in concrete, … (0 comments)
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nebraska: No Connection.... but a Safe Family ! - 06/28/08 11:32 AM
Yesterday was very busy and very productive! taking a new listing in the morning. I tried to email my client a listing in her neighborhood, but could not get a connection.
My special chauffeur and wonderful husband spent the day with me and our special friend. Carol, who is moving to Baltimore. Thought it would be fun to have Lee … (15 comments)
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nebraska: Radon Levels in Nebraska - 04/21/08 10:10 AM
Testing for Radon is becoming more common in the state of Nebraska. Radon is a colorless, odorless, radioactive gas that has been determined to be the second leading cause of cancer in the United States. Radon gas is caused from breakdown of Uranium in the soil. When this breakdown occurs one … (2 comments)
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nebraska: Pest Inspections - 04/19/08 08:53 AM
It is not uncommon for most home inspectors to offer their opinion on the structural condition of the home as part of their report. However, the most commonly accepted inspection standards do not require a home inspector to identify wood destroying insect activity (i.e. termites, carpenter ants, etc). Because wood destroying … (0 comments)
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nebraska: This Old House - 04/12/08 10:30 AM
The This Old House website has a Q & A section. I find that clients like this. They can always call me about any problems with their home if they live in the Omaha & Lincoln Metro Areas. If you don't have a BrickKicker Inspection Service in your area, I would … (2 comments)
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nebraska: Hyperion Resources: Relocation to the Elk Point, South Dakota. - 04/07/08 04:22 PM
Pondering what to write about in my blog!
In doing this I have decided to write a number of blogs about relocation to Elk Point, South Dakota and the surrounding area. I can hear you thinking!! Elk Point, South Dakota, what's there? Well! Hyperion Resources is what "will" be there. Actually, … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Rosemarie - 04/02/08 10:48 PM
Hi Everyone! Just got my website up to date and running. Yeah!
I have not been good about writing in my blog ..Sorry :-(
Just wanted to say.....It's never been a better time to Buy!
The first time Home buyers are out in record numbers and they are
young, smart and savoy.... They want the DEALS!
If … (0 comments)
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nebraska: New Omaha Listing By Scott Houck and Keller Williams - 04/02/08 09:48 AM
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nebraska: See any home listed! - 03/30/08 01:39 PM
See any home listed!
You can search the entire MLS (that is every home listed in our area) at
www.TLC-RealEstate.com if you have questions, when you are ready, or if you see anything that interests you, just call or send me an email. You can also click on featured homes to see … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Beautiful Two Story in Popular Eagle Ridge on SALE!!! Details at www.TLC-RealEstate.com - 03/22/08 11:58 AM
Details at http://www.TLC-RealEstate.com
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nebraska: Missouri Valley Iowa Real Estate Auction Nearly New 3 Bedroom Home - 03/22/08 09:59 AM
On April 18 we will be selling a nearly new home in Missouri Valley at auction. This custom home was built in 2004. All carpet and wood floors were recently replaced and the buyer will enjoy completly new flooring. The home also comes with stainless steel appliances and includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, walk in … (0 comments)
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nebraska: My 200th Post on ActiveRain - Welcome Joe Stogrin - 03/13/08 11:32 AM
I see alot of posts on ActiveRain to celebrate certain milestones and I've never celebrated one but last night when I looked at the blogroll I noticed I had posted 199 times and I thought I should do something special to celebrate my 200th post. I think one of the greatest … (7 comments)
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nebraska: Why focus on the negative? - 02/25/08 12:44 PM
I recently had the pleasure of attending the CRS Sellabration conference in Honolulu, HI. Of course the venue was incredible; who wouldn't love spending a few days in Hawaii? But aside from that, the classes were amazing. The level of excitement was through the roof, and the camaraderie was genuine. It … (2 comments)
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nebraska: Get Your Home Noticed - Sell By Auction - 02/24/08 07:41 PM
Are you considering selling a home? Have a home you can not get sold? Have you considered the auction method of marketing? There is a growing trend in the United States and more and more people are selling their homes at auction. Today the National Auctioneers Association(NAA) released new numbersabout real estate auctions and … (5 comments)
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nebraska: Residential real estate auction revenue increase 5.3% despite housing market downturn - 02/23/08 10:11 PM
Residential real estate auction revenue increase 5.3% despite housing market downturn
Overland Park, KS - In 2007 the gross revenue from goods and services sold at live auction grew 5.3% to $270.7 billion. In 2006, the auction industry sold $257.2 billion in goods and services at auction, an increase of … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Get Your Home Noticed and SOLD With A Real Estate Auction - 02/23/08 08:20 PM
Are you considering selling a home? Have a home you can not get sold? Have you considered the auction method of marketing? Auctions are an ACCELERATED method of marketing. When most people thing of an auction they think of a fast talking auctioneer. The fast talking auctioneer is only a small portion of … (6 comments)
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nebraska: A look at the Omaha area market... - 02/14/08 02:25 PM
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nebraska: Smoke Free Nebraka - 02/09/08 09:17 PM
OK, it's not that I have anything against smokers, I don't. Many of my family members smoke, and I just lost my uncle to lung cancer which was undoubtedly caused by his addiction to cigarettes. He was a great man and the fact that he smoked was, I am sure, largely due to … (0 comments)
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nebraska: New Keller Williams Office Opens in Omaha Nebraska - 02/06/08 12:07 PM
We are very excited and happy to announce that Keller Williams Greater Omaha has opened their doors. Nebraska's first Keller Williams office is located in Omaha. This office combines some of the best agents in the area in one location. To learn more about the Keller Williams company visit www.KW.com To learn more about … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Nebraska to Illinois: a SPECIAL agent - 12/28/07 04:02 PM
This morning I'm at the computer checking the hot sheets to see the recent activity in my market area. I came across a listing on a street where I sold a townhouse a year ago and my interest piqued. I checked the price drop which seemed appropriate though still a little high, … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Fund set up for Realtor's family (victim of Omaha shooting) - 12/18/07 01:40 PM
This article came across my email yesterday but I just didn't have time to read it until this morning. I was totally shocked that I had not paid more attention to the news last week. I am ashamed to say that in this times, there are news stories, EVEN AS HORRIBLE AS THIS, … (8 comments)
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nebraska: REALTOR® Killed in Omaha Mall Shooting - 12/07/07 05:29 PM
Among those killed in the Omaha, Neb., mall shooting on Wednesday was Beverly J. Flynn, a real estate salesperson with local brokerage NP Dodge Co. The REALTOR®, who always embraced the Christmas spirit, worked part-time as a gift wrapper at Von Maur during the holiday season, according to news reports. She … (3 comments)
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nebraska: Let's go for a ride. Snowmobiling in Iowa, and other states in the U. S. - 12/07/07 08:44 AM
I have been snowmobiling for a number of years. This is a very fun sport that can be done by all, whether you like the back country of the Sierras or trails of the upper Midwest. There are a number of things that one should do to insure that you are … (2 comments)
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nebraska: Madeline Island Neighborhoods: Nebraska Row in LaPointe, Wisconsin - 12/02/07 09:18 PM
When Colonel Frederick Woods and family, of Lincoln Nebraska, built a row of summer homes just north of what is now downtown LaPointe, their actions established the emergence of Madeline Island as a summer vacation destination.
Actually, summer visitors began trickling onto the Island in the mid 1800s. Among the early visitors … (3 comments)
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nebraska: My Commitment is to My Clients - 09/23/07 09:42 AM
Lucy D Slobidsky, GRI,CSP,ABR,RECS,CRS
Planning to move to Nebraska? Omaha Metropolitan Area? Wecome to "The Good Life". I Strive to provide the highest quality of service to all my clients while making each real estate transaction as profitable, professional, successful and stress-free as possible. I am a strong believer in real estate … (2 comments)
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nebraska: Alliance Real Estate welcomes Kim Fendrick - 09/19/07 12:03 AM
Omaha, Nebraska Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Alliance Real Estate would like to welcome Kim Fendrick to Alliance Real Estate. We are excited to have Kim on our team as one of our future top producers. Kim's energy, community service and extensive knowledge of the Millard Area will definitely be an … (1 comments)
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nebraska: New ranch town homes in Omaha from 119,900 - 09/18/07 10:18 PM
2 bedroom 2 bath 1200 sq feet granite countertops stainless steel appliances 2 car garage town homes at 177th and blondo. Association dues 65.00 per month for more information contact Mark Taylor Alliance Real estate 402-706-5381 … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Home Sweet Home Improvement - 09/14/07 01:23 PM
Finding a competent contractor for repair maintenance on your home is for many, the first step to a successful home improvement project. Be sure to ask the right questions when hiring a contractor for your project. The Federal Trades Commission has posted a guide for hiring home improvement professionals.
Click the links … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Certified Loan Signing Agent for hire! - 09/12/07 04:27 PM
I have come to the conclusion that there are many people out there that don't know where to find a good, reliable, honest notary! Well, stop where you are and quit looking! I am the owner of Nebraska's #1 Notary Services. I work hard so you don't have to! I have … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Kansas City homes for sale, Kansas City Real Estate, Arrowhead Village homes for sale - 09/05/07 01:38 PM
8019 Oakland Ave, Kansas City, MO 66112
To view more photos or to learn more, visit our website at www.mykchometeam.com
Or call BJ Ersery at 913-710-0807
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nebraska: NP Dodge Company - Omaha, Nebraska and Council Bluff, Iowa's best Real Estate Company - 08/30/07 11:18 PM
http://www.npdodge.com
http://www.realestateshows.com/
As president of NP Dodge Real Estate Sales Inc I am proud that we are now providing free unlimited Tours for all of our Sales Associates and customers. I believe that it is the broker's responsibility to provide Sales Associates the very best technology tools to enable them to stay ahead … (3 comments)
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nebraska: Lesson Learned - 07/26/07 09:23 PM
Jackie and I took a couple of weeks this year for our annual pilgrimage to Nebraska. Now I know that this is not exactly a vacation hot spot, but it's where her parent's live and since we don't get to see them much, this is where we spend the vacation time. … (11 comments)
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nebraska: Hickory Ridge Listing - 02/08/07 03:33 PM
Hickory Ridge is located in Omaha, Nebraska at roughly 175th and Harrison in Sarpy County. The area has roughly 562 homes and orginally developed by Hearthstone Homes. The area has roughly 560 homes mostly split entry, multi-level and tri-level homes. All of the homes range in square footage from 1350 to 1750. Valuations for tax … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Hunters Crossing, Hunters Ridge - 02/01/07 01:57 PM
Papillion is located just south of the Omaha metro area in Sarpy County. What's great about Papillion is it continues to have a small town feel with its downtown area and its weekly paper "The Papillion Times". However, Papillion is growing with a great new Shadow Lake Towne Center mall (highway … (0 comments)
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nebraska: New Listing ... perfect for the picky first-time buyer! - 01/07/07 11:14 PM
This listing is provided by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate in Omaha, NebraskaAddress: 6324 Fort Omaha, NE 68104 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Square Feet: 1795 Taxes: $1661.00 per year
$115,000*** NEW LISTING *** Absolutely beautiful home that has been COMPLETELY updated. Pride of ownership shows! Looks like a NEW property. … (0 comments)
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nebraska: The USA is home to 300 million and Growing - 12/26/06 08:16 PM
The U.S. population hit 300 million in October 2006 - and the Census Bureau expects a surge in the country's population to 400 million in just 35 years, with immigrants accounting for most of those newcomers.
With about 86 people per 1 square mile nationwide, the United States would seem to … (3 comments)
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nebraska: The flyer box a missed opportunity - 12/16/06 12:05 AM
What if you had a prospect that drove by one of your listings and they were actually interested enough in the home that they called you to get information and you were unable to field the call? How many agents spend money on "home" magazines to offer homes to folks who go to the store … (13 comments)
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nebraska: Papillion / La Vista - 12/15/06 10:31 AM
As a REALTOR with DEEB Realty, who lives in Papillion, I found that the Papillion/La Vista area to be great place to live. Here is a little about Papillion from the Papillion City website and from the La Vista City Website.
About Papillion
The City of Papillion (French, for the word butterfly) has been rich … (0 comments)
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nebraska: Evaluated Home Warranties - 12/13/06 11:46 PM
Omaha, Nebraska - Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
It is obvious to all agents in the industry of the value of a home warranty. This may not apply to all markets but in the Omaha market you can get a home warranty with the choice of it being an … (1 comments)
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nebraska: OLD Appliances - 09/25/06 04:25 PM
During my trip to Nebraska, we went to a few of my in-laws' homes. Within a couple of them, I found something that looked like this:
This oven and stove combination is Frigidaire. It's the craziest thing I've ever seen! No way would this ever last in my house as I like … (6 comments)
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nebraska: My Trip to Auburn, Nebraska - 09/24/06 04:03 PM
Nebraska, home of the Huskers... I just spent 4 days in Nebraska looking at corn and bean crops with every turn of my head. This was a very "different" experience for me. I'm definitely a city-girl compared to the way they live in Auburn. Everything revolves around Saturday football!I fed some … (1 comments)
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nebraska: Nebraska Land - 09/21/06 11:52 PM
Sweeney Auction & Realty is located on the edge of the Beautiful Sandhills of Nebraska, which is home to some of the finest grazing lands for beef cattle in the country. We have very scenic rivers that are great for canoeing, fishing, and hunting. This is a part of the USA that not … (1 comments)
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