In a recent survey, it seems women are more upbeat about the nations future than men. The survey even breaks it down to compare married and unmarried individuals and political parties.
Although the survey concludes men are the more pessimistic, it is very close as a whole. It is really hard to tell what's going to happen, but in my opinion staying positive (but smart) is better for the soul
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
Happy June!
June has always been my favorite month. Sunny days, warm weather, and cold drinks make me happy.
This time of year can also be synonymous with house hunting. Open houses and weekend drives are common during the next 3 months for buyers.
As a Realtor, I find it extremely rewarding to help individuals and families find a home of their own to host summer barbecues and other fun activities all year round!
Here are a couple tips for you house hunters:
1. Go to open houses. They are typically held on Sunday afternoons between 12-4, however you can find some on Saturdays. If you are already working with a Realtor, it's still OK to go to open houses without them. Just inform your Realtor as well as the open house agent that you are currently working with someone and fill in your agents name on the sign-in sheet.
2. If you are not working with a Realtor, get one. There is a lot of inventory out there. It's important (and not to mention a huge stress reliever ) to have someone else searching homes for you that fit your wants and needs.
3. Save! The summer tends to make people want to go on vacations, happy hours, and weekend shore trips. But if your goal is to purchase a home, you need to continue to save money for your down payment, closing costs, furniture, etc. I think the summer offers more FREE things to do! Go hiking, window shop in towns that
you may want to move to or go to the shore but pack a picnic.
Already own a home? Here are few things to put on your To Do List:
1. Clean your dryer Vents. You should regularly clean your lint trap but now is a good time to clean out the dryer hose pipes.
2. Clean out the gutters. Leaves and debris collect during the colder months. It's important to clear the gutters to protect your home from mold or rot.
3. Spruce up your yard
-select bright nursery annuals already in bloom
-Fertilize now, if you did not do it in the Spring months
This time of year can also be synonymous with house hunting. Open houses and weekend drives are common during the next 3 months for buyers.
As a Realtor, I find it extremely rewarding to help individuals and families find a home of their own to host summer barbecues and other fun activities all year round!
Here are a couple tips for you house hunters:
1. Go to open houses. They are typically held on Sunday afternoons between 12-4, however you can find some on Saturdays. If you are already working with a Realtor, it's still OK to go to open houses without them. Just inform your Realtor as well as the open house agent that you are currently working with someone and fill in your agents name on the sign-in sheet.
2. If you are not working with a Realtor, get one. There is a lot of inventory out there. It's important (and not to mention a huge stress reliever ) to have someone else searching homes for you that fit your wants and needs.
3. Save! The summer tends to make people want to go on vacations, happy hours, and weekend shore trips. But if your goal is to purchase a home, you need to continue to save money for your down payment, closing costs, furniture, etc. I think the summer offers more FREE things to do! Go hiking, window shop in towns that
you may want to move to or go to the shore but pack a picnic.
Already own a home? Here are few things to put on your To Do List:
1. Clean your dryer Vents. You should regularly clean your lint trap but now is a good time to clean out the dryer hose pipes.
2. Clean out the gutters. Leaves and debris collect during the colder months. It's important to clear the gutters to protect your home from mold or rot.
3. Spruce up your yard
-select bright nursery annuals already in bloom
-Fertilize now, if you did not do it in the Spring months
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