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Pat Starnes, Realtor in Brandon, MS, shares real estate news and current events in the Jackson Metro area, as well as market information.
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2015
In addition to paying your NAR, state and local Realtor dues, it's time to renew your ABR and/or GREEN membership dues. If you pay by January 4th, you'll receive a 5% discount. Admittedly, it isn't a big discount, but if you're going to renew anyway, you should take advantage and save enough doug...
12/31/2015
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Those of us born and raised in the South are familiar with the custom of having black-eyed peas and greens for New Years Day. The saying goes that you'll have prosperity and good fortune by eating this meal.My Dad said the reason behind serving black-eyed peas and greens was that, if you ate like...
12/30/2015
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Want to deter crime? Follow these tips to keep your home secure, whether you're at home or away. ~Pat Burglars actually peruse social media to see who’s on vacation. In fact, 69 burglars were interviewed by Edith Cowan University in Australia, and perusing social media kept coming up as a way to ...
12/29/2015
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Christmas Update: 2016The following post was written Christmas 2015. Once again Mississippi is having a heat wave. No doubt many of our residents will be wearing shorts and t-shirts, as well as flip flops, for Christmas. We expect temperatures in the mid-70's. Merry Christmas, everyone! In years ...
12/26/2015
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Have you ever attended a Cookie Exchange? It's a fun way to get a variety of cookies for the holidays by baking a large batch of one type of cookie, then meet with friends and swap so everyone receives a generous supply of cookies for holiday parties or gift giving. How to Plan a Cookie Exchange:...
12/18/2015
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My mother-in-law made Martha Washington Balls every Christmas as far back as I can remember, so when I was asked to participate in a recent Cookie Exchange, I knew I wanted to make a candy instead of a cookie. I was afraid my cookies wouldn't turn out, but thought truffles would be easier since n...
12/18/2015
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Buying your first home can be exhilarating, but negotiating the contract and subsequent repairs can be, well, nerve-wracking at times.My clients made an offer a couple of weeks ago on a home. Several days of back and forth with the seller ensued before we had an accepted contract. The home inspec...
12/10/2015
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Even Santa's Gotta Go! It may be inappropriate to share this photo, but when I saw this Christmas display, I HAD to stop and take the shot.I had to do a double take to be sure I saw what I THOUGHT I saw.What do you think? Most Unusual Christmas Display Ever? Wordless Wednesday - Even Santa's Gott...
12/08/2015
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My weekend project was to paint the pallet Christmas tree. If you are a Pinterest fan, no doubt you've seen hundreds of pallet projects; patio furniture, coffee or end tables, you name it, people use pallet wood to build it.This project isn't for everyone, but an idea that's wildly popular in Br...
12/07/2015
The City of Flowood KNOWS how to create a magical Winter Wonderland.From now until December 22, visitors can tour the grounds at Winner's Circle Park and enjoy a spectacular display of Christmas lights. Children can visit Santa and ride the train ($2 per train ride) between 5:30 - 8:00 p.m., Mond...
12/07/2015
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Pat Starnes, Realtor in Brandon, MS, shares real estate news and other items of interest in and around Brandon, Flowood and the Reservoir area.