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What about the importance of sitting down together"
I always found that virtually impossible because my toddler ate around 5 pm, and my
partner doesn't get home for more than an hour later.
The best solution IS to eat together.
So, If eating together is imporrtant to you, set your family up for success.
If your partner, or other members of the group, don't get there for an hour ...
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There's no shortage of unusual laws affecting real estate -- far more than can be listed here.
But here is one from the last year that deserves time in the spotlight.
IN AN ATTEMPT to stem the problem of unwanted manure
left in front of residential properties and business, Watertown NY is considering
a law requiring horses to wear diapers.
(Watertown Daily Times, Jan. 18, 2012)
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In the U.S. today, the discussion about retirement orbits around how much less of it we're all going to have. As the cost of everything from health care to food swells, incomes, pensions and nest eggs erode, leaving baby boomers fewer and fewer options for retirement in this country.
But if you look at the right places beyond our borders today, you'll find you have more good choices than ever ...
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Many steps to getting your house prepared for the market and Selling it quickly.
An very important action is Cleaning and De-Cluttering.
Start by removing all your family photos from the walls and all sorts of chochkes and clutter from the tops of tables, desks, dressers and counters. Buyers want to be able to envision their lives in the house, not yours. Personal items - and the ...
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Study finds 38% of Homes Purchased in 2011 Bought with Cash
Despite record low mortgage rates, 2011 has seen a surprisingly high level of cash home purchases, according to the real estate research firm Hanley Wood Market Intelligence.
Jonathan Dienhart and Ken Lee, two analysts with the company, say between tight lending standards and the desparate search for yield by investors, cash purchases ...
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According to the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders)
Syracuse NY was the Most Affortable major housing market in the country during the first quarter
of the year 2011. In Syracuse 94.5 percent of all homes sold were affordab le to households earning
the area's mediam family income of $64,300.
Also ranking near the top of the most affordable major metro housing ...
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Foul-Weather Friends
A well-stocked emergency kit can literally save-your-life
if you find yourself stranded.
Keep Handy in your vehicle:
- Bottled water, high - energy snacks
- Socks, gloves, hats, blankets
- Flashlight, radio, batteries
- Ice scraper
- Help sign, bright cloth to attach to antenna or side mirror
- First aid kit, critical medicines
- ...
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Buyers will have an easier time envisioning how they will infuse their own personalities into your house if they're looking at a relatively blank slate of colors.
Painting lightens and brightens rooms, instantly removes scuffs and dings and gives every room a fresh, polished feel.
Fresh exterior paint - even if your time or cash budget limits your efforts to accents like eaves, shutters, doors and ...
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Lots of events taking place throughout the year. But one in particular that you won't want to miss is
The Great New York State Fair, right here in the Syracuse area.
It starts today at 9 a.m. and goes until September 5th.
Go to www.NYSfair.org to get more details.
Just a reminder, on Monday and Tuesday August 29th and 30th seniors get in FREE! That is anyone over 60.
Don't forget...."Doris ...
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As a Real Estate Professional, I understand that this is a remarkable time for qualified home buyers
to be in the market,
And I encourage you to continue to communicate and share your doubts or concerns about
making the big choice of buying a new home at this time.
But, please take a moment to concider that
Homes are more affordable right now
Rates are at ...