vacation: Investing in North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains - 06/11/07 06:38 PM
Updated 11-03-07 This information is to be used as merely an example. Figures must be adjusted to reflect current market conditions. Use other people's money$$$ Let's say you purchase a home in the North Georgia mountains for $300,000 with a 10% down payment of $30,000. Homes in Fannin county are appreciating between 10
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vacation: The Daily Life of a Mortgage Broker (on Vacation) - Day 4 - 06/11/07 12:10 PM
Day 4 of the vacation: Things are greatly improving. The morning started off with a trip into Halstead to get some milk and few other supplies. Hallstead is small quaint town just minutes outside of New Milford. There is not much more I can say… other than photos speak for themselves.
Oh, yeah… it
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vacation: The Daily Life of a Mortgage Broker (on Vacation) - Day 3 - 06/09/07 10:04 PM
Today there was improvement in the vacation part of taking a vacation (at least in the part that nothing else can really go wrong... only improvements). The repairs for the furnace started early (and ran a little late into the afternoon). While all that was going on, we started to clean the
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vacation: Things I Learned On My Vacation - 06/09/07 03:08 PM
Things I Learned On my Vacation - Joe Crawford This year my wife and myself voyaged to the Dominican Republic for our vacation/10th year anniversary getaway. We took flight to the Dominican Republic and visited the all inclusive Holiday Village Resort in Porto Plata.I took two self help type books with me
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vacation: I didn't know California had places like this! - 06/09/07 02:28 PM
I AM A RELATIVE "NEWBIE" TO CALIFORNIA. I was actually born in Simi Valley, but we relocated to Oregon when I was 2. That was many years ago. 3 years ago, I packed up and moved, with my wife, to Santa Clarita, CA. Now, Santa Clarita is great, don't get me
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vacation: The Daily Life of a Mortgage Broker (on Vacation) - Day 2 - 06/08/07 09:11 PM
After a rough start on Day 1 of the vacation, I was hoping that today would be a better day. WRONG!!! Madison did not sleep well last night due to here new surroundings. So needless to say, we did not sleep well either. Plus, add on the fact that it was roughly
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vacation: Buy Bradley Beach Real Estate. Start a New Phase of your Life on the Jersey Seashore. Call Me! - 06/08/07 06:30 PM
Bradley Beach is located between Avon and the Ocean Grove section of Neptune. Bradley Beach offers ocean lovers an affordable entree into coastal living. The oceanfront at Bradley is expansive and the boardwalk refurbished. A safe haven for Dad to take a leisurely jog, the kids can hop on their bikes.
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vacation: Where I Live, Where I work. - 06/08/07 12:15 PM
WELCOME! This is Brunswick County,You'll Find peace and Beauty on the beaches and islands of Brunswick County, North Carolina. Other Towns and beaches are full of traffic and cluttered, Brunswick County is still charming. We're not as commercial or as hectic as the "Big Cities". We do move at a slower
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vacation: The Daily Life of a Mortgage Broker (on Vacation) - Day 1 - 06/07/07 10:53 PM
The day has finally come... my first vacation in 5 years. Over the course of the next 2 weeks (Jealous? Don't be), I am going to be blogging about the daily activities of a mortgage broker (business owner) on vacation (or at least an attempt at vacation). Day 1 - The Departure 6:30
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vacation: A Brief Vacation - 06/07/07 09:43 AM
Please note that June 10th through June 15th, I will be away on a short vacation. Actually, my Honeymoon! - We got married over a year ago (April 5th, 2006) and we are finally taking the time off. I will be in the Bahamas!Renee Guerassio will be available to assist you with
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vacation: Vacation - 06/05/07 10:43 PM
Billy Bob says to Lester, "You know, I reckon I'm about ready for a vacation, only this year I'm gonna do it a little different. The last few years, I took your advice as to where to go. Two years ago you said to go to Hawaii, I went to Hawaii,
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vacation: Buying my Costa Rican Investment Property - Part 2: Safe & Stable - 06/04/07 12:39 PM
So I'm leaving for Costa Rica in less than one week, to tour numerous properties that Compass Properties is listing, and pick one to buy as an investment. I'm pretty excited about it, and I tell just about everyone about it. When I do, a conversation often begins and I'm often asked
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vacation: Vacation Time! - 06/01/07 04:43 PM
Grab your suitcase, it's vacation time! It may be true that there's no place like home, but everyone needs a little getaway now and then. Experts in performance psychology tell us that taking time away from work for rest and recovery will boost overall productivity. Nevertheless, it's reported that one-third (33%) of
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vacation: Views You Can Use Newsletter - June 2007 - 06/01/07 03:15 PM
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vacation: Have some fun! - 05/31/07 11:30 AM
The market has changed and a lot of people are stressed out. It's time to switch gears and try something new. I have been offering my clients travel as an incentive and it has been working wonders. I put on all my mailing efforts, "Call today with this pin number and
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vacation: The Hidden Benefits of Working With A Coach - 05/31/07 10:56 AM
Today I wanted to talk to you a bit about coaching. Everyone thinks they know what they will get from a coach. Mostly people think it's accountability - someone to hold your feet to the fire if you don't do what you said you would. For some coaches, this is the
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vacation: WANTED: Referring Agents for Luxury Costa Rica Real Estate - 05/31/07 10:50 AM
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vacation: Five Days Off - Totally Worth It - 05/30/07 12:55 PM
Kay Van Kampen CRS GRI ABR Broker/Owner Springfield Mo Real Estate was absolutely right. The first two days were difficult. It was also not the best weather, and I spent the entire time stressed and checking my e-mail via my cell phone. The third day I felt guilty, but it was
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vacation: Bahia Encantada - Beachfront Luxury Condos in the High-$100's - 05/30/07 11:02 AM
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vacation: Costa Real - Luxury Resort Living in Safe Beach-Close Community - 05/30/07 10:48 AM
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vacation: Vacations: Roaring River - 05/29/07 11:57 PM
Roaring River, Cassville, MissouriWith the price of gasoline so high this Memorial Day weekend, my family and I decided to take a long weekend to do some trout fishing at Roaring River State Park located near Cassville, Missouri. If you enjoy time away and fishing for trout, Roaring River is an excellent
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vacation: Costa Rica Real Estate FAQ - 05/29/07 01:51 PM
I can easily state that whenever I meet someone and we get to talking about Costa Rica real estate for the first time, I hear the same questions that I've heard before. So, I put together this brief FAQ so that you can get quick answers to the most commonly asked
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vacation: Vacation (yeah - I know...what's that?) Toronto, Montreal & Finger Lakes... - 05/29/07 01:38 PM
While I've travelled extensively through my previous business life both domestically and abroad - wifey has not had nearly that much ability. We did go to Ireland on a vacation, and scooted down to Florida in recent years - hit Hawaii and California a few years prior to that....... ....she has a bug
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vacation: Hey, Virginians! Help 'Localize' My Vacation! - 05/27/07 10:12 AM
Virginia residents, I need your help. Very soon, my family and I will be heading to the Historic Triangle for a 10 day vacation. We have booked lodging and purchased tickets for Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown and Busch Gardens with plans to spend a day at Virginia Beach. So what's the problem?Being the
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vacation: Naples Florida Area Hot Real Estate - 05/24/07 09:08 PM
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vacation: Beautiful Montana Getaway - Clark Fork River Hideaway Vacation Rental - A Fisherman's Paradise! - 05/23/07 10:42 PM
Beautiful Montana Getaway - Clark Fork River Hideaway Vacation Rental - A Fisherman's Paradise This is the Montana you've been looking for! Located in Superior, Montana you will love this river retreat. Situated on the Clark Fork River, this is a fisherman's and recreationalist's paradise. Rafting, fishing, hiking, hunting, bicycling, wildlife viewing, shopping
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vacation: Laguna Reef at Rockport, Texas - 05/20/07 03:08 AM
Launa Reef For Fun. For Family. For Life. Laguna Reef makes owning your own piece of the bay easy. With beautiful, newly remodeled units starting at $95,000, a Laguna Reef waterfront condo is perfect for permanent or vacation living. Rockport, Texas is renowned for its art, world famous birding, and first-class fishing.
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vacation: 45,000. under 04/07 Appraisal! 4723 National Drive, Southcreek/Myrtle Beach National, Myrtle Beach SC - 05/16/07 12:01 PM
PRICED $45,000.00 UNDER APRIL 2007 APPRAISAL 4723 National Drive, Myrtle Beach SC, MLS#714920 - $499,00.00 Lovely, 2600+ sq. ft. home on the challenging Myrtle Beach National Golf Course *Recently updated 4 bedrooms/3.5 baths - Bonus Room *Custom Mahogany Cabinetry in the state of the art kitchen *New top of the
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vacation: Tennis and Real Estate in the Hilton Head Area - 05/14/07 04:55 AM
Would you like to find out more about tennis and real estate in the Hilton Head area?It's easy to do, and I'd like to be your Hilton Head connection!Just, Visit my Web Site at www.tennisandrealestateguy.comEmail with any questions (24 hour turnaround)Ask to receive my monthly snail mail newsletterOr ask me to send it to
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vacation: I need a vacation from my vacation!!!! - 05/12/07 02:59 PM
I am sitting here in the Portland Airport waiting for the last leg of my trip home and realize just how nice it is to be back in my beautiful home state of Oregon.A recap of my last 9 days makes my head spin.My niece placed first in her region for
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vacation: Have a Great Weekend - 05/11/07 08:37 AM
Hope you have a great weekend!!! Please call me anytime if you need to pre-qualify for a home, lot, condo or commercial! Call me 305-522-5755
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vacation: FREE TIME, DOWN TIME....WORK TO LIVE DON'T LIVE TO WORK...WHAT DO YOU DO? - 05/09/07 09:21 PM
Pretty Cool stuff. I have a motto...Go hard or go home. One more that I go by..."work to live, don't live to work." In other words...I work my butt off so that I can live the life that I want. In my free time, I like to hang with my family...I
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vacation: Powder Mountain Article in Denver Post - 05/08/07 10:02 AM
The following article was run in the Denver Post by Jason Blevins on 3/20/2007. How now, Pow Mow? Utah ski area secret gem By Jason Blevins Denver Post Staff Writer Article Last Updated: 03/20/2007 09:11:03 AM MDT Mike Preston takes a run over some of Powder Mountain's 5,500 acres. The ski area, which
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vacation: I've Been Memed! - 05/06/07 12:51 PM
First let me apologize to Anna for taking so long to do this, I am sorry! 1). OK, here is something you probably wouldn't know about me. I find it very hard to talk about myself. That is why it took me so long to do this (not very juicy, but
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vacation: Want more buyers? Plan a vacation! - 05/01/07 05:27 PM
Why is it every time I plan a vacation I get a ton of buisness the week before I go on vacation. I don't know why, but I get many transactions going a few days before my trip. Other people in my office say the have the same thing going on when they plan
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vacation: Home Sweet (Second) Home - How Agents Can Capture a Piece of the Second-Home Market - 05/01/07 03:32 PM
Yes indeed, there is a delectable and juicy sweet spot in the real estate market today - and it's growing sweeter every day: the second-home market.And if this next statistic doesn't cause your mouth to water, you'll want to pursue another profession: Nearly 40 percent of total home sales last year
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vacation: TAKE A VACATION!!! - 05/01/07 10:12 AM
Are you due? I know I was!! How can you tell if you are? Just go on one and you'll know. You Are Due!!I just spent the last 5 days with my Family at Disneyland (the happiest place on earth besides AR) We hadn't been there in almost 10 years. WOW! What a
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vacation: A Quick-Reference Guide to Fractional Ownership and Lending in Fractions... - 04/27/07 03:47 PM
Anyone ever thought it would be nice to own a 2nd or vacation home? I know I'd love to own one somewhere in the mountains further north. If you are like me, you've fantasized about buying this 2nd home, but usually something brings you back down to reality pretty quickly: Can I
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vacation: Back Road Trip - 04/27/07 11:09 AM
Back Road Trip On your next vacation take a back road trip. Some of the best eateries and little shops are found that way. Don't be afraid to get off the highway and try some of those county roads. The scenery is some of the best. You might be surprised to find
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vacation: Hospital Window... - 04/23/07 07:21 PM
Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain thefluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window. Theother man had to spend all his time flat on
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vacation: Loon Mountain & Lincoln/Woodstock New Hampshire Market Reports - 04/22/07 06:00 PM
Thanks in no small part to my new-found family and support-group at ActiveRain, I've recently had the pleasure of meeting a handful of truly magnificent Realtors - from right here in my own home state of New Hampshire - who I may never have had the opportunity to meet otherwise. Based solely on
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vacation: Long To Live On The Water With Loons, Sunsets & Grilled Steaks Cooking? - 04/22/07 05:03 PM
Want To Spend Another Summer Broiling In The City Or Dream Of Owning A Lakeshore Hideaway? Thought So. Make This The Year You Vacation On A Lake In Northern Maine! Eventually Live Here Half The Year, And Spend Winters In Florida Or Some Other Sun Belt State! Now You're Talking...Stone Fireplace
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vacation: Vegas Real Estate Will Blow Your Mind! - 04/20/07 08:50 PM
Sorry guys no SEO tips or tricks in this one. Just good old hard observations. Lots out here are over $1,000,000 PER LOT! That is also the lower priced land that is located a good distance away from the strip.P.S I know I didn't mention today is my 21st B-Day and my
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vacation: OwnHomeShare - New Vacation Concept! Join us for the Next Sale: July 1, 2007! - 04/20/07 06:42 AM
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vacation: Beautiful Montana Getaway - Clark Fork River Hideaway Vacation Rental - A Fisherman's Paradise - 04/18/07 06:58 PM
This is the Montana you've been looking for! Located in Superior, Montana you will love this river retreat. Situated on the Clark Fork River, this is a fisherman's and recreationalist's paradise. Rafting, fishing, hiking, hunting, bicycling, wildlife viewing, shopping and day trips are all available from this lovely home. Built in 2004,
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vacation: Super Coastline, Rugged Mountains, Fertile Fields, Unspoiled Lakes & Woods! - 04/14/07 01:17 PM
Maine... Friendly Hardworking God Fearing People With Family Values. Can't beat the scenery, clean water/ air and great outdoors either. But the best part of living in Maine is what we DON'T have..no crime, no traffic, no smog or pollution, no long lines at the local stores. People in Maine
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vacation: Projected Gas Prices Will Be Near Last Summer's - 04/12/07 11:10 PM
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has releases it's Short-Term Energy Outlook for April. It states that "Retail regular grade motor gasoline prices are projected to average $2.81 per gallon this summer, 3 cents below the average of $2.84 per gallon last summer, according to forecasts released today by the Energy Information
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vacation: Best Places on Earth - 04/12/07 03:57 PM
Found this great site I wanted to share with you all!http://www.bestplacesonearth.com/Have a great day Dan
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vacation: Isle Royale National Park a Hiker's Paradise - 04/09/07 05:18 PM
I few years ago I traveled to an island called Isle Royale in Lake Superior. Not many people are aware of this island in the middle of Lake Superior. However, I found this experience to be the very best hiking experience of my life. Isle Royale is located approximately 40 miles
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vacation: Buy Florida Vacation Home - 04/08/07 01:16 AM
Buy Florida Vacation Home Are you looking to buy or sell a home or real estate in Northwest Florida? Buy A Florida Vacation Home is a great website to search all properties and get information on our area.We offer free instant access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) with complete real
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vacation: Spring Break - 04/05/07 02:54 PM
We had a blast in Alberta! Me and my girls, (Gabirelle, Brook-Lynne, & Danika) We went to a place called GUZOO it is a wonderful place for young and old! It is a private farm that is a licenced zoo and it is great, you can hold baby lions etc. They
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vacation: Buy Florida Vacation Home - 04/03/07 10:44 PM
We offer free instant access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) with complete real estate listings for the entire Emerald Coast, Are you looking to buy or sell a home or real estate in Northwest Florida? Give us a call; we can help with it all! Team Sold. We are now
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vacation: BUY A FLORIDA VACATION HOME - 04/03/07 10:30 PM
We offer free instant access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) with complete real estate listings for the entire Emerald Coast, Are you looking to buy or sell a home or real estate in Northwest Florida? Give us a call; we can help with it all! Team Sold. We are now
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vacation: Desktop Vacation - 04/02/07 01:23 PM
I am a lucky girl. I don't get to travel much myself, due to budget, work and family. (Mostly because of budget.) But I have penpals around the world who are more than happy to share their world with me. Whether pictures are from across the street or on their own vacation,
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vacation: Maine...From Its Rock Bound Coast To Its Mountains To Its Rolling Fields & Woods! - 03/31/07 08:10 AM
What's it like in Maine? The 23rd state has a little over a million people...but Aroostook County, the largest east of the Mississippi, is the size of Connecticut and Rhode Isle with under 75,000 total population. As migration to the urban areas started after world world two and a dwindling
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vacation: Searching for Real Estate in Missoula, Montana? - 03/30/07 10:49 PM
Are you looking for a home, business, recreational property or land in Missoula, Mineral, Lake or Sanders Counties? Let me help. I love helping people find their dream properties. Just email me or give me a call with a description of what you seek including your Name, Address, Email, and Telephone number. I can email
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vacation: Protect Your Home While On Vacation... - 03/29/07 07:14 PM
While You Are Away... If you were to take a "Vacation Planning 101" class, you would find things like maps and itineraries as part of the curriculum. But an equally important item for your vacation plan is a home security checklist. Before you pack your bags and head to the
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vacation: Over 10 Acres! Side Road! Tucked In Woods! Cathedral Ceiling! Deck! Full Septic/Bath! $80's! - 03/23/07 11:09 AM
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vacation: What Is - A Day OFF? - 03/22/07 10:09 PM
Carmen Prince wrote about getting a real job and taking a day off. Being considered an "Older Realtor" ( definition of "Older Realtor" - one who's actually been in business a number of years without failing), I've had my fair share of days off - I can actually count them for the last
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vacation: Christmas Lake Golf Course - Spencer County Indiana - 03/22/07 12:55 PM
Christmas Lake Golf Course C.R. 1450 Santa Claus, Indiana Christmas Lake Golf Course has earned an excellent reputation among golfers the world over and is known for its Zoysia tees and fairways. Rolling hills, valleys and sparkling lakes adorn the peaceful, well-manicured course. Includes championship golf course, Pro Shop and restaurant.
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vacation: Ohio River Scenic Byway - 03/22/07 12:44 PM
Ohio River Scenic Route Southern Indiana Scenic Route Highway 66 stretches through the southern portion of Spencer County following the beautiful Ohio River through river towns, colorful wooded areas and vast farmlands. Experience the splendor of the seasons and views of the Ohio while traveling along this scenic byway. Some of
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vacation: Experience FALL in Spencer County Indiana - 03/22/07 12:38 PM
Experience Fall in Scenic Spencer County Glowing fall foliage fills Spencer County's historic parks providing a stunning backdrop for our festive autumn events. History comes alive here, where Abraham Lincoln once lived with his pioneer family. The former Lincoln family farm is now home to Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial and Lincoln
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vacation: Places to stay in Spencer County Indiana - 03/22/07 12:33 PM
Places To Stay Printer Friendly Version Also Bookmark: Legendary Places Bed & Breakfasts Rockport Inn 130 S. 3rd Street, Rockport (812) 649-2664Friendly Farms Bed & Breakfast Highway 45, 3 miles west of RockportPh: (812) 649-2668 or (270) 570-3054 To go to the Friendly Farms website, click HERE. Hotels Baymont Inn & Suites U.S. 231
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vacation: Looking for a special weekend getaway? Try Cave B in Central WA - 03/19/07 03:58 PM
In the first post of what I hope to make a continuing series on interesting places for weekend getaways here in Washington, I take a close look at Cave B Inn and Winery. Located in Central Washington near the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Cave B is rumored to host celebrities during the summer concert
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vacation: Nags Head Real Estate Values Are Up And Down - 03/17/07 06:15 PM
The value of Nags Head real estate has some twists to it depending on which areas of the town you are looking at. Basically, it is broken down into 3 areas, Ocean Side, West Side and Between the Roads. Ocean side is pretty much self explanatory as those properties are located
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vacation: Connecticut - Check Out the Art Trail - 03/11/07 12:56 PM
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Fabulous places and things to do in Connecticut!
Getaway from your daily routine. Visit fourteen world-class museums and historic sites throughout Connecticut and the lively communities in which they reside. While exploring Connecticut's finest art treasures, dine at superb restaurants and relax overnight at a charming inn, comfortable hotel or luxurious
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vacation: Time Off - How Do You Work Yours In? - 03/06/07 06:03 PM
How do you work in some time off? I'm not talking vacation. I'm talking each week when you're in the midst of promoting your business and you've got escrows going, etc. I mean, how do you guys (and gals) do it? Do you take a day off a week? Or two?
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vacation: Home Exchange for a Vacation - 02/16/07 06:24 AM
My wife and I decided a number of years back that we wanted to treat ourselves to a 10th anniversary present in the form of a trip to England, where we had spent our honeymoon. Problem was that at the time we really could not afford the expense of airline tickets,
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vacation: Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri - 02/12/07 01:54 PM
The Lake of the Ozarks is the Midwest's premier lake resort Vacation Destination, offering world-class boating, golf, shopping and fishing, as well as a wide variety of lodging, restaurants, state parks, and other recreational activities to suit any budget or taste. Lake of the Ozarks Vacations are defined by the Lake and its many
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vacation: Want to try something different for a vacation? Try a home exchange. - 02/09/07 06:46 AM
My wife and I decided a number of years back that we wanted to treat ourselves to a 10th anniversary present in the form of a trip to England, where we had spent our honeymoon. Problem was that at the time we really could not afford the expense of airline tickets,
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vacation: EUREKA SPRINGS CLOSE TO SHELL KNOB - 02/08/07 02:06 PM
Shell Knob, Missouri IS known as the quiet end of Table Rock Lake, but it has the advantage of being close to many interesting attractions and towns. Two of these are Branson, MO and Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Whenever we get visitors, ( the first year someone relocates here they will get
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vacation: Waterfront Homes - 01/17/07 08:32 AM
Waterfront home prices are down, Interest Rates are still low. It is a good time to buy a home at the shore. Look for a goog boating location, Newer Bulkhead, and in the middle of the lagoon. Curb appeal is important to buyers. Waterfront home prices are starting at $225,000.
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vacation: Marco Island Beaches - 01/14/07 06:52 PM
Known for having the best beaches in Southwest Floirda, Marco Island is one of the top vacation destination to beach lovers. Although all of Marco Island's beach is considered free to the public, only a few locations have public access to the beach. Resident's Beach Location: At the intersection of Collier
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vacation: Best State Parks to Visit During The Winter In New Jersey - 01/13/07 07:23 PM
Sure, everyone knows that New Jersey -- with it's over 120 miles of shoreline and beaches and it national treasures, such as the Pine Barrens -- is a great vacation and recreational resource during the warmer months. But the state also has a lot of outdoor recreational attractions that is availalble during the cooler months
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vacation: Vacation Rental Packages - 01/12/07 09:38 PM
Direct Home Rentals has teamed up with top travel websites to offer more travel services at a better value. A regional leader in online vacation rental marketing, Direct Home Rentals has recently announced the launch of new services and vacation packages for travelers to Southwest Florida. Visitors to Direct
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vacation: Visitor's Guide to Marco Island Florida - 01/11/07 10:43 PM
Marco Island is located at the northernmost point of the picturesque Ten Thousand Islands and just south of Naples, Florida. “Marco” as the locals call it has managed a delicate balance between the quiet tropical island living of Olde Florida and the excitement of being one of Florida’s hottest vacation destinations.
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vacation: Vacations are tough? Makes work look easy? - 01/05/07 08:45 PM
My son arranged a family vacation in Tennessee after Christmas. He has twin sons. My daughter has a two year old. He invited his inlaws and sister-in-law and one of her friends. He rented a 4 bedroom home. This was all good. The first day we woke up and left at 4am
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vacation: Baby Boomers and Real Estate - 12/27/06 02:26 AM
Baby Boomers and Real EstateBy John OcchiThe great thing about being a REALTOR is I belong to the National Association of REALTORS and one thing I can count on them is they like to study issues. However, what I don't get is why they want to charge me to access the
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vacation: Florida’s older population... Snowbirds & Sunbirds - 12/26/06 06:59 AM
The "mature" population of Florida oscillates by almost 20 percent over the course of a year with the arrival of "snowbirds" during the Winter months and the departure of "sunbirds" escaping to cooler climes during the Summer months.Form many Snowbirds, Wintering in Florida seems to be the first step in planning a permanent move to
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vacation: Palm Coast's Market is Heating up - 12/21/06 08:56 PM
Move aside Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Orlando! This sleepy little town is waking up and will be giving the big dogs a run for their money. Located on the East Coast between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine's Historical town, Palm Coast has been picked up as the perfect second home, vacation
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vacation: The Future of Real Estate Marketing - 12/19/06 10:52 AM
Civics • 55 to 58 Million Consumers ages 61 and older • Key drivers = dedication and sacrifice. • Goal= help them feel ok spending their hard earned dollars Key Message = "You have sacrificed long enough. You deserve to reward yourself." Boomers • 78 million consumers ages 42 to 60 • Single largest generation in
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vacation: Invest In Future Vacations - 12/18/06 10:50 PM
If you regularly visit the same place, you may want to consider investing in real estate there. The truth is that second homes are no longer only for the wealthy. On the other hand, the hard to read stock market, and an economy that is slowly climbing out of the doldrums,
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vacation: The Trip of a lifetime, now home looks so different! - 12/16/06 11:59 AM
So how does this relate to Real estate? Not much.. but oh well. I feel like writing about this to bring back some nice memories. The timing was right,.. my wife finished school again and had a job offer. I had a few deals on the table and everything was closing like
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vacation: Dear Santa - - 12/14/06 11:09 PM
Dear Santa, I was helping Savannah write her list earlier. For the record she's been very good. ( I'm not counting the incident with the scissors and the cat needing a haircut and I really don't think you should either.) But anyway working on her list made me realize I needed to
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vacation: Vacation Time :) and personal goal setting - 12/08/06 04:07 PM
We are going to go to TN and then Baton Rouge, LA to see friends and see sights that I have not done in 5 years. We then head to Dallas, TX to see my family. We love these types of trips. We are trip by ear and going to relax
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vacation: Travel Safe and Smart this Winter - 12/06/06 01:06 PM
Gloomy weather, icy roadways, and crowded airports aren't likely to prevent thousands of Americans from traveling this winter. The fact that Christmas and New Year's fall on Mondays this year may help spread out the "heavy" travel days, but overall the volume of travelers is expected to reach or exceed record
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vacation: TAKE THE VACATION--YOU WILL BE GLAD YOU DID - 12/02/06 12:13 PM
Singing Sands Belize Tony's Inn Beach Resort, Corozal, Belize Mata Rocks Resort, Belize Jaguar Paw Canopy Tour Tikal, Guatemala I just returned from vacation to Belize and Guatemala. Before leaving, I was thinking that I really shouldn't be going away--clients may need me at a critical time! It was truly a great time. The
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vacation: It's almost that time to take off till next year!!!!! - 11/21/06 07:13 PM
Every year right after Thanksgiving I make it a point to take the rest of the year off. Let me re-phrase that, I work much less than normal! Business seems to slow and I've made enough through the year to just take some quality time off and enjoy where I live,
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vacation: Waikiki is the Place to Be - 11/20/06 06:36 PM
I was driving out to my open house yesterday and it hit me. The sun was up, the birds were singing and the surf was perfect. But something was wrong with this picture.As I stopped along the way to set up road side signs a car went by. It had
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vacation: I'm OUTTA HERE!!! - 11/16/06 03:09 PM
I many years I was the Queen of Thanksgiving. I would spend days preparing for the big day! Searching for a new recipe, digging through the old ones, shopping, preparing, cleaning... blah blah blah....! We would have anywhere from 20-50 people in our home for the Thanksgiving Feast after which I
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vacation: Austin is Booming! - 11/14/06 02:12 AM
Wow...The Austin community is Booming...REALLY! Austin has been rated as one of the most affordable housing markets and one that is attracting employers. This is good news for buyers and for sellers. Seemingly, there was hardly a blip on the radar screen for sellers in Austin in 2006, while other areas of
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vacation: Garden State Videos - All About New Jersey - 11/12/06 10:40 AM
New Jersey offers a rich, interesting history and a wide variety of places to see and experience. Here are some examples of videos that are available on Google Video that hopefully will help to give you more incite into why we enjoy New Jersey... Trout Fishing In New Jersey - Looks like a stream in Maine or Vermont. But it
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vacation: New Jersey Parks and Outdoor Recreation - 11/12/06 01:34 AM
Besides the vast amount of undeveloped land that make up the New Jersey Pinelands, or Pine Barrens, and which include large parks such as Wharton State Forest, there are many other state, county and local parks that provide great outdoor and recreational enjoyment. Here are some online resources to help you find out
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vacation: ARE YOU GOING OUT OF THE COUNTRY ON VACATION--IS YOUR PASSPORT UP TO DATE? - 11/06/06 06:09 PM
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vacation: M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E - 11/05/06 12:24 AM
And how does Mickey Mouse relate to home staging you ask? Well I have a very long and interesting tale to share about our dear old Walt! You will be amazed, you will be astounded, and most of all by the time I’m finished you will be a believer. OK, just kidding.
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vacation: Never Stop Learning - 11/01/06 06:27 AM
Last week I found myself in the hospital twice with pneumonia. What I first thought was a bad batch of gumbo turned out to be a serious asthma attack. A couple of days later, I was back in the hospital to stay awhile. It was a scary experience, but it reminded
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vacation: Realtors on vacation? - 10/13/06 10:33 PM
After being in the office at several different times this month, it seems like the staff is on vacation. I hardly see anyone anymore. Even listings that I have clients for, it is hard to get the listing agent to contact me back.Where have all the agents gone? I missed the
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vacation: Bend, Oregon Real Estate Market - 10/03/06 02:21 PM
For those with little or no knowledge of Bend, Oregon (Central Oregon), Central Oregon has long been recognized as the "hub" of year round recreation for the Pacific Northwest; and recently as one of the TOP destination vacation areas in America! Bend has experienced tremendous growth over the past 10 years and 'exploded' in
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vacation: Everyone Needs a Sabatical! - 09/29/06 10:30 PM
Macy's gingerbread house ~ Sak's 5th Ave decorations ~ Manhattan's 34th Street decorated (all taken by me in NYC December, 2005)I just planned our vacation on Expedia tonight (apologies in advance to all my travel agent/real estate agent friends)! My husband, while surfing the internet found a lodge in the Adirondacks called White Face Lodge. Last
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vacation: Thought for the day - 09/26/06 01:23 PM
I think that realtors should take better care of themselves. First no more 7 day weeks. Five to six tops. Second you need to get a massage at least once a week to get rid of stress. You can call my Massage therapist at 954-401-0405 Tell Michelle that Christine Adler sent you. Third
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