So, you are ready to sell your home but you don't know what kind of money to put in before the signs goes up? What repairs to make before you sell is a decision that takes some thought and consideration. Having the right Realtor (or Home Stager) can make all the difference... but ultimately the d
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01/31/2012
It may seem that you should know all the numbers all the time. Your bank numbers, your savings numbers, your paychecks, your shoe size... and maybe even your house numbers. But, is it necessary? Is it really necessary to know exactly what your house is worth all the time? If you are looking at th
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01/30/2012
Okay, so I took the photo on Friday in the snowstorm, but saved it for today. Just couldn't help myself! Handke Pit is on of the most popular winter features in our fine city. A great place for skating, sledding and hockey. Just a great place for winter fun!
01/29/2012
There was a time in the 'not too distant' past when children grew up with a different set of rules and circumstances than they do today. Many became who they were not through schooling, but through apprenticeships. Horsemen became good riders by working on ranches, lawyers became lawyers by worki
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01/29/2012
Is selling a house as easy as it looks? This is a question that I get often. From sellers, from buyers, from onlookers of my business. The truth is... like any profession... if we are doing it right selling a house looks like a piece of cake. Have you ever been to a hair dresser? They spend an ho
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01/28/2012
Getting ready to look for a house can be daunting and overwhelming. Chances are that you have given it a 'little' thought and know the basics of what you want... like bedrooms, bathrooms and location. For me it seems like first time home buyers are easier to please, but they don't have much to co
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01/27/2012
Couldn't resist.... just lovin' the memories of my drive into town this morning. It was beautiful watching the fog settle over the snowy scenery. It felt like spring in our 40 degree weather and I could have hung out in the beauty all morning. Too bad I had to take the mandatory leasing class for
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01/26/2012
It's okay to admit it. Don't worry... I'll let you. The truth is we know. Realtors everywhere know you do it, and we know because we do it too. There is no shame with it either. It's really no different than going shopping for clothes or groceries... just a lot more expensive. Studies show it's t
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01/26/2012
As a Realtor and representative for sellers and buyers I have come to notice a great trend. Sellers HAVE to trust their Realtor... but buyers? The thing I don't understand is why not. As a Realtor I am not the greatest at pulling out a contract upon my first visit (or even second) with my buyers,
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01/25/2012
If buying a home is on your radar, but you don't know how far that radar stretches? Let's see if I can answer some of your thoughts and questions because knowing what is expected really goes a long ways in timing and planning. Once you have your finances in order... and you've started on your sec
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01/24/2012
