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December
Featured Property
 Marion
Landing
$52,750
Ocala, Florida This
adorable two bedroom two bath doublewide has been well cared for. Neat and
clean. Eat in Kitchen, Large living room, spacious master bedroom with huge
walk-in closet. Master bath has walk-in shower, guest bath with tub and
shower with extra built in cabinets for added storage. Screened porch in
front, separate laundry building with more storage. Call for a brochure. |
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A Word from Carol
A Lender's
Appraisal
Many sellers think the price of their home is determined solely by what they will accept and what the buyer will pay. There is one more variable that can influence the selling price of a home assuming a bank loan is involved -- the lender's appraisal. To protect the interest of their investors, the buyer's mortgage lender hires a licensed appraiser to give their professional opinion of what the property is worth on a given day. Home appraisers compare the features and amenities of the property with neighboring homes of comparable size that have
Easy Property Upgrades to Conserve Water Many states are facing a drought, and home owners and renters are increasingly under pressure to conserve. “Often we’re bombarded with a message of sacrifice and cutting back,” says Benjamin Inskeep, a research analyst at EQ Research, who helped compile “The Water Short List,” a report highlighting conservation ideas. “One of the conclusions of our paper was that simple, out-of-sight and out-of-mind [actions] offer a huge opportunity to reduce your resource consumption.”
by (ASPCA.org)
Crafting with Care: Pet Safety Tips for Holiday Arts and Crafts The holiday season is upon us, and now more than ever you may be feeling the urge to jump on Pinterest and break out the arts and crafts supplies for some festive fun. If you’re planning on crafting this year, make sure you know which supplies could be a potential hazard to your pet’s health. Here is everything you need to know from the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) about the products and chemicals you should be aware of.
Christmas Decorating Made Simple with Air Plants (by Home Depot) Bring the irresistible quirkiness of air plants to your Christmas decor. Perfect for small spaces and coastal cottage decor, air plants will look fabulous growing as a living ornament on the Christmas tree or an ornament hanger by itself. |
sold during the past several months. A standard appraisal also takes the condition of the home into account. If repairs are needed or code violations exist, the appraiser subtracts these factors from the value of the home. Improvements or renovations add value to the home. All the factors are then tallied and a final "opinion of the value" is given. We can work to minimize the risks associated with the appraisal process by providing you with a market analysis, and taking into account issues that an appraiser customarily factors into value.
 Here are a few water-saving ideas from the report that you can recommend to clients: Swap out the shower head: Did you know showers account for 20 percent of water consumed in a household? The average American household uses up to 30 gallons a day for showers, according to the Water Research Foundation. But WaterSense-labeled shower heads, claim to use less than 2 million gallons a minute, which means switching (More)
Did you know that the salt dough ornament that your child brings home from school could have serious consequences for your pet? This common holiday craft project is something you generally wouldn’t think twice about. However, salt dough is typically made with flour, water, and salt that is then baked until dried. These ornaments can be easily confused for a salty dog treat by your pet. The salt in the dough can cause dogs to vomit, drink lots of water and potentially develop high levels of sodium in the blood. (More)
You might also try decorating your dining or console table with air plants, also known as Tillandsia. Try placing air plants on a piece of wood and scatter ornaments for a pretty centerpiece. Air plants are the perfect no-fuss, no-mess addition to your Christmas decorating routine because they require very little attention. Just dunk in water once a week and these little plants stay (More) |
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Sudoku The New Addiction!! Just in case you've never played before. The object of the game is to fit the numbers 1-9 in the correct orders. You need to fill a number from 1 to 9 in every blank cell. A number must appear only once in each row, column and 3x3 block. Sounds easy enough. Don't give up. Once you get the hang of it, its very fun and challenges your brain. (If you don't see the game on the left please try refreshing your screen. You can use F5 or your refresh button.) |
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