remax classic group: Upgrade With Wall Molding
- 01/30/08 02:11 PM
Upgrade with wall molding. Decorative touches can mean a lot to prospective homebuyers. Decorative molding can enhance the look of your walls - and add style and value. You can "do-it-yourself" or hire a professional. Think about upgrading these areas: Wall & Ceiling Junction: where the wall and ceiling meet. Common types of cover, crown, attic and picture or any combination thereof. Widths vary from 1/2" to 5". Floor & Wall Junction: where the floor and wall meet. The most complete look is a combination of a base, base shoe and base cap on top. Widths vary depending on the combination used. Wainscot: finishing a … (2 comments)
remax classic group: Reduce Paper Clutter
- 01/30/08 01:58 PM
Reduce the paper clutter!!! Sort your repair bills and warranties and store them in a three ring binder so you'll know where to find them. Take a minute to write the phone numbers of repair services you use. Keep a binder for medical bills and records and organize them by date using tabs. This is definitely much better than a pile of papers. Picture albums are hard to keep up, but you want to save the photos. Invest in photo boxes or organizers and arrange them by subject and date, in the order you choose. Prepared By: Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New … (2 comments)
remax classic group: Lighting Choices
- 01/30/08 01:51 PM
Lighting choices add value and make your home more appealing. Here are some simple ways to improve the lighting in your home: Install automatic lights in each closetIncrease the wattage in dark roomsInstall a simple ceiling or wall light in entryways and hallwaysAdd do-it-yourself under-the-counter lighting to illuminate kitchen workspacePlace light sources at various heights to alter the moodSelect a pair of decorative wall sconces to flank the mirrors in a powder roomAdd contemporary drop down lighting to create a unique styleAdd dimmer switches to make any room more inviting.Prepared by: Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, … (0 comments)
remax classic group: Monthly Home Maintenance Tips
- 01/22/08 12:17 PM
Winter is a good time to get caught up on some interior projects......... Start a to-do list. Walk through your home, jotting down projects and maintenance problems you notice or that have been on your mind. Carry a screwdriver and a can of machine oil so you can immediately take care of minor issues, such as loose door handles and squeaky hinges. Declutter your closets. Throw away anything you don't need. If you haven't worn it this year, you probably won't ever again. Buy additional shelves, hooks and boxes to organize everything that remains. Next: Declutter the laundry room, another often disorganized, small … (2 comments)
remax classic group: Weekly Update of "What's Happening In The Market With Patrick"
- 01/22/08 12:04 PM
Home construction dropped a stronger-than-expected 14% in December while building permits for future construction dropped 8.1%. While media headlines show housing construction fell to its lowest point in 16 years, the details are less discouraging. December single-family housing starts were actually only down 2.9%, and the balance of the outsized drop in home construction came from the multi-family segment of the report; construction of housing with two or more units fell 40.3%, while groundbreaking for homes with 5 or more units plummeted 41.1%. Initial jobless claims for the week ended January 12th posted a surprising decline of 21,000 after seasonal adjustments. … (0 comments)
remax classic group: Monthly Home Maintenance Tips - November
- 11/18/07 12:31 PM
If you invest a few hours each month, you can keep you home looking great and avoid expensive repairs down the road. Here are a few reminders for you to check on this month. Tidy up your yard. Trim plants, remulch gardens and rake up the last leaves to keep your yard looking nice through March. Clean and stow lawn and garden tools. Use a wire brush to remove any rust and apply a thin layer of oil to metal-on-metal surfaces. Replace the batters in fire and carbon monoxide detectors. You should usually try to do this when you adjust your clocks for daylight savings time. It's … (6 comments)
remax classic group: Helping Kids Adjust To A Move
- 11/16/07 05:01 AM
Moving can be an exciting time for you and your children. It can also be a stressful time for your children especially if they are of school-age. The thought of going to a new school and making new friends can be overwhelming. How well your children handle stress and change depends on their personality and developmental age. Therefore, it is important to be patient and supportive of their feelings. There are things you can do to ease your children's fears and apprehensions as well as helping them adjust to the move. Before Your Move: Get as much information about your new area as possible. Contact the local Chamber … (4 comments)
remax classic group: Cold Weather Tips For Car Problems
- 11/16/07 04:22 AM
I guess I've been denying that the cold weather is here until I was leaving the office about an hour ago and walked out to see snow flurries!!! Snow flurries! It's not even Thanksgiving and we're seeing snow flurries - that can't be a good thing. That can only mean we're in for one heck of a winter!!! Anyway, thinking along those lines I decided it was time to put out some cold weather tips for common car problems. So here goes..... Doors frozen shut: Spray silicone lubricant on the outer edge of the door and then wait a minute or two until … (2 comments)
remax classic group: Mountainside Real Estate Market Conditions
- 11/05/07 01:55 PM
The numbers for Mountainside, NJ for October, 2007 are below. There were no solds for the month, therefore, no data for DOM and list to sales. Looks like things have slowed down quite a bit in Mountainside last month. Let's hope for a better November in Mountainside. New Listings = 8 Under Contract = 4 Sold = 0 Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, Summit, Westfield, Chatham, Long Hill Township, Madison, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Warren, Watchung, Millburn/Short Hills … (1 comments)
remax classic group: Long Hill Township Real Estate Market Conditions
- 11/05/07 01:49 PM
The numbers are in for Long Hill Township, NJ for October, 2007. Better than what we saw in September - we're moving in the right direction. New Listings = 18 Under Contract = 2 Sold = 4 Days on Market = 100 Average List to Sale Price = 96% Average Sales Price = $600,968 Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, Summit, Westfield, Chatham, Long Hill Township, Madison, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Warren, Watchung, Millburn/Short Hills … (0 comments)
remax classic group: New Providence Real Estate Market Conditions
- 11/05/07 01:45 PM
So, now let's take a look at the market stats for New Providence, NJ for October, 2007. New Listings = 20 Under Contract = 11 Sold = 3 Days on Market = 101 Average List to Sale Price = 98% Average Sales Price = $500,666 Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, Summit, Westfield, Chatham, Long Hill Township, Madison, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Warren, Watchung, Millburn/Short Hills … (0 comments)
remax classic group: Berkeley Heights Real Estate Market Conditions
- 11/05/07 01:40 PM
So, the numbers are in........the market stats for Berkeley Heights, NJ for October, 2007 are below. Better than what we saw in September - we're moving in the right direction. New Listings = 15 Under Contract = 8 Sold = 8 Days on Market = 72 Average List to Sale Price = 96% Average Sales Price = $508,937 Barbara MulcahyRE/MAX Classic Group908-898-0800http://www.sellwithmulcahy.com/ BMulcahy@ClassicNJ.com Serving: Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Mountainside, New Providence, Scotch Plains, Summit, Westfield, Chatham, Long Hill Township, Madison, Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Warren, Watchung, Millburn/Short Hills … (0 comments)
remax classic group: Prepare A Home Safety Plan
- 11/04/07 02:37 PM
With all the things going on these days - wildfires, earthquakes & hurricanes, I've been thinking that it would be a good idea for everyone to prepare a safety escape plan in case of emergency. Here are a few things you can do to safeguard your family. On a regular basis, have a fire drill and practice your family's fire escape plan. Make sure everyone, especially young children can exit easily. Designate a safe meeting area away from your home once evacuated.Have a fire extinguisher on each level of your home and know how to use it. Make sure it is easy … (10 comments)
remax classic group: Slash Your Energy Bills
- 10/30/07 12:38 PM
As you prepare your home for the winter, consider these tips to help keep cozy while reducing your home heating bills. If you have less than 11 to 12 inches of attic insulation, consider insalling more.Do a walk-through around your home and check for drafts and leaks. Seal all cracks and holes on the exterior perimeter of your home to prevent air leaks. Apply durable weather-stripping around the edges of all doors leading to the outside.Have your furnace professionally serviced prior to the start of the heating season to make sure it runs at its best. Replace furnace air filters regularly as … (6 comments)
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