Traditional Re-Sale of a former Designer Home, CANNES floorplan w/SOUTH facing backyard & SOLAR PACKAGE! Beautifully upgraded home w/real wood floors. Kitchen offers Knotty Alder Cab's (roll-out shelves/lighting), Granite C-tops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances. Great Room plan with Rolling Wall of Glass! A creative Smart Space/Laundry Rm w/wine fridge & tons of cabinets! The master Continue Reading
Archives for April 2013
Real Homeowner Stories: A Miracle in the Form of a Red Envelope
For homeowners who are in danger of losing their home to foreclosure, it is common to feel like you are alone and that there is no one to help. This simply isn’t true. There are real people who have been in the same situation who have found solutions. Take, for example, Punipuao W. of Hawaii.Punipuao found herself struggling to keep her home after her husband passed away. “With only my income, I Continue Reading
Romaine, Asparagus, and Watercress Salad with Shrimp
Ingredients 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 garlic cloves, minced 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound peeled/deveined large shrimp 2 cups (1-inch) cut asparagus 7 cups torn romaine lettuce 1 cup trimmed Continue Reading
Celebrate National Garden Month with these Time and Money Saving Ideas!
Divide, Conquer, and Share: Growing perennials instead of annual flowers reduces your seasonal expense of buying new seeds and plants. To expand your perennial garden divide overgrown plants, such as daylilies, iris, and hosta, and make new flower beds. Trade extra perennials with friends or organize a plant swap in your neighborhood one Saturday morning. Frequent Yard Sales: Check out Continue Reading
Front Door First Aid for Spring
Just a few changes to your front entry might make all the difference! Lose the Clutter Clear clutter off the lawn and around your home’s exterior, including hoses and hose reels, mismatched lawn ornaments, and kids’ toys. Also, refrain from using the front porch as a catchall for sporting equipment and gardening tools. Move these items into the garage, shed, or side Continue Reading
Kick up the Curb Appeal: 5 Ways to Give Your Home a Great First Impression
Whether you're meeting your future in-laws or going in for a job interview, first impressions can make all the difference. The same is true for your home—especially when it's on the market. Even if your house isn't up for sale, making a few small changes can give your exterior a fresh look and give your guests a warm welcome that reflects your style. 1. Try a new color scheme. New paint Continue Reading
Bank Of America Servicer Changes
Have a Bank of America Loan? Having trouble making your payments & thinking about a short sale?What you need to know:• B of A recently sold $300 billion in servicing rights (2 million loans)• These will be received by Nationstar/Greentree Walter investmentsstarting in Q1 and throughout 2013 (B of A will serve as interimservicer)• Both Nationstar and Greentree/Walter Investments are HAFAservicers Continue Reading
Educate Yourself So You Don’t Become a Victim!
For distressed homeowners in danger of losing their home, there are already a lot of problems. The last thing a homeowner in this situation needs is to fall victim to a scam. Unfortunately, people in this situation are often the most vulnerable to a kind of fraud called “mortgage relief fraud.”Fraudsters will prey on people who are looking for a loan modification, short sale or other foreclosure Continue Reading
Tip of the day:
To enjoy your fresh cut flowers for as long as possible, replace water on a daily basis and re-cut stems once a week. Add an aspirin tablet to water for longer life and never store above 80 degrees F. Continue Reading
New Uses for Old Things
You just never know when something old becomes ‘new’ again! Check out these ideas for new uses for everyday items. Toothbrush: Use a clean toothbrush to remove stray threads of silk from freshly shucked ears of corn. The bristles will lift them away quickly and efficiently. Colander: At a party, stash ice in a colander set on top of a bucket or a Continue Reading