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Bug-Proofing Your Home: If There's One, There's One Hundred Most outdoor pests are seasonal, but some, unfortunately, are year-round annoyances. One of the most pervasive lawn invaders in the fall, especially to southern lawns, is the Armyworm. Carpet Allergies: Reducing the Risk Put the piece of carpet into a container and seal it up. Leave the container—clear glass works best for this—in a warm sunny area for a few days; after the sample has had time to out-gas, open it up and check it for irritating odours. Cutting Down on Energy Usage in Your Home It's never more important to spend your money wisely as it is when there is a global financial crisis; most people are currently feeling the pinch of less than ideal amounts of money to spend on expenses every month. Don't DIY: Why You Should Hire a Professional to Sell Your Home Another big reason that a professional is the best choice for the job is that because a realtor's job is selling homes, they already have all the connections to get the job done in a timely fashion. Thanking Clients: A Little Gesture Goes a Long Way The reasons to send clients a thank you note are many. If you help them sell their home, send them a thank you note. When Should You Buy a Condo Instead of a House? As with any purchase, make sure that what you think you want to have is what will actually work best for you. Take the time to look into what your needs are and what you have the time or money to actually utilise or upkeep. Making a purchase that accurately reflects your needs will keep you happier in the long run. Bathroom Fixtures That Make Your Bathroom Sparkle When prospective buyers are looking at a house, one of the things that can turn them completely against a property is an unappealing bathroom. We all spend a good part of our day in the bathroom, so it is important that it is a comfortable room to be in. One of the best and possibly cheapest ways to increase the appeal of your bathroom is with new fixtures. The Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer Upper Homes that need work do cost less, but they cost less for good reason. Sometimes they're not reduced as much as they should be, considering how much work they require. Don't buy any fixer upper without having a thorough inspection done so that you know exactly where you stand. Be aware that some problems may not come to light until after you start fixing things up. Linoleum and Vinyl: Deciphering the Difference If you have been considering replacing a kitchen or bathroom floor, you may have looked into vinyl or linoleum floors and may well have been met with a jumble of contradicting and confusing data on the details of these flooring options. The Fallout of the Foreclosure Crisis As homeowners struggle to cover their mortgage payments, utility bills, childcare costs and food bills, the accompanying tension and anxiety can wear down a person's ability to cope. Prolonged periods of stress and hardship can quickly turn into an anxiety disorder or to full-blown depression. Dealing with the Emotional Aftermath of Foreclosure In the article titled "The Fallout of the Foreclosure Crisis," I talked about the devastating effects a foreclosure can have on a person's life. Financial hardship, destroyed credit, and displacement are the more obvious repercussions that a foreclosure can have, but depression, addiction, and marital strife can all surface from the strain. Keep Your Dog in Your Yard Without Unattractive Fencing A fence extension can keep your dog safely in your yard without you having to increase the height of the fence or resort to chains or shock collars. Fence extensions are not unattractive and many are easily removed and transported to a new fence if the owner needs to move. This is a great solution to the problem of dogs climbing or jumping fences. Want that Home Buyer Tax Credit for a New Built Home? Buy Now! For already-built homes, qualifying for the tax credit is relatively easy. You buy a home, you move in. For those who are having their homes constructed, there are a lot more steps to go through before one can carry the first couch through the door. The Disclosure Debate If you decide not to tell the buyer about the death, she could end up suing you for misrepresentation, in addition to dragging your reputation through the mud. Word of mouth carries a great deal of weight in our industry, so it's important to be honest and responsible with both parties of the transaction. Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosure Property Purchasing a foreclosure property, whether it be a pre-foreclosure, short sale or bank owned real estate is not for everyone. You have to do your homework, get representation and be prepared. After this financial crisis, when the smoke clears, thousands of smart investors are going to come out ahead because they seized the opportunities that were available to them. Gardens Sure to Attract Feathered Friends When planning your spring garden, create a design that will provide hours of enjoyment by attracting birds and butterflies. There are specific shrubs, flowers and design principles that can be used to make your garden a magnet for our feathered friends. The New Face of Ranges Induction ranges are offered by a number of suppliers that uses magnets to produce heat for faster and more efficient heating. Kenmore has a model that includes a 5.8 cubic foot convection oven, an AirGuard system that eliminates odors, a warming drawer and extra large viewing window.