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Come and enjoy Leavenworth KS, new to the area or a life long resident, hope to see you there! Jan 11 Parks & Community Activities Advisory Board Meeting4:00 PM until endRiverfront Community Center [details | map] Jan 12 Leavenworth City Commission Regular Meeting7:00 PM until endCity Hall [d...
01/08/2010
For those of you wanting 100% financing, it is still available, only in certain areas. The United States Department of Agriculture, USDA, offers Rural Development Home Loan Programs. These programs do require certain income & property eligibility. They also have strict guidelines similar to...
01/08/2010
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELVIS A Real Estate Tribute to "The King" - Happy 75th, Elvis! Did you know that Elvis had real estate in his blood? Here are some RE tips from the King for you to use and/or pass on to your clients! Every buyer out there Shoppin' Around seems to be looking for A House That Has Ev...
01/08/2010
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For those of you that are trying to survive these cold winter months here are some tips to review: If at all possible stay dry and warm inside, but for those that do need to go out dress appropriately. Wear several layers of lightweight, loose fitting, warm clothing, which will provide different...
01/08/2010
This time of year, I had candles burning all the time...until I learned this. In addition to cigarette smoking, candles provide another indoor pollution mechanism that is hard to replicate. Most commercially sold candles are made from Paraffin (petroleum based) and emit toxins and carcinogen...
01/08/2010
Great blog for buyers, check it out: With anxious Tucson home buyers yesterday, I saw the lender's smile turn to a scowl as she reviewed their credit report. Clearly, the Buyer's "forgot" to mention a few things. When the lender asked them about late payments on two credit cards, the Bu...
01/08/2010
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Preparing your house for winter is an important part of home maintenance. Winter weather can be hard on a home. The following home maintenance tips can help make sure your home is winter-ready. • If you have not done so already, have your heater serviced. Preventative maintenance with you...
01/06/2010
This article is intended for another state, but thought it would be good to post for the KS & MO residents. Carbon monoxide is scary. READ BELOW! Are you aware that a heavy snowfall can prove more than just a driving hazard? As Charlottesville slowly digs out from under two feet of snow, we...
01/06/2010
Make sure the “standby” power-saving feature on your home computer is turned on. Properly insulate attics, floors and walls to current building codes. The higher the “R” value the greater the insulation value. It is best to insulate attics first, followed by walls, then floors above unheated cr...
01/06/2010
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Have your furnace and gas appliances serviced annually by a qualified contractor to ensure maximum energy-efficiency and safety. Put on your favorite sweater and set your thermostat between 65 and 68 degrees during the winter. For sleep hours, set the temperature at least 5 degrees lower and ad...
01/06/2010