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March 26th - National Spinach Day:Enjoy your day!Directions: Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window.To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word. Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected. If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list.Please check back for future daily puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day!Click Here To PlayIf you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 03/26/2023

2023 February Naples Housing Market SummaryThe latest Naples housing market summary showed 682 properties sold for just over $738 Million. The largest sale was for $32.5 million in Olde Naples along Gulf Shore Blvd. Additionally, 26 percent of the real estate transactions for the month were above $1 Million.Once again, inventory more than doubled over this time last year. February ended the month with 2,835 properties for sale. However, similar to other Southwest Florida cities, the numbers are very misleading. In January 2019, before the pandemic, Naples had just over 8,100 properties for sale which was over 9 months’ worth of supply. Inventory ended the month at 35 percent of what we normally have during this time of year.Demand remains strong for the Naples lifestyle. In fact, Naples... 03/26/2023

Maybe a Seinfeld Episode?     Many years ago when I first started doing inspections, I had the pleasure of inspecting a condo for my daughter and her soon to be husband. The marriage didn't last for a few good reasons but that's not what this story is about. They were buying unit one of a 4 unit condo. The complex was horseshoe shaped with a detached row of garages in the middle of the horseshoe. The seller was home. As I walked around the back by the gas meters, I could smell a strong natural gas smell at the meters. I used my gas leak detector and located the leak on meter number one. I told the seller he should call the gas company, NICOR, and ask them to send a repair man. I kept doing the inspection and eventually made my way to the detached garage and as I wrapped it up and walked... 03/26/2023

My dad grew up in the South. Near Meridian Mississippi. Because of him, even though I grew up in San Diego, when I get tired or sick, I speak with a Southern accent. My grandma would cook me rabbit for lunch (which she killed that morning) and serve it with sweet tea. I learned that RC Cola and a Moon Pie is an acceptable meal. And y’all is a term you hear from people that care about you. But for those that aren’t aware of what it is like to be Southern, take a gander (take a look) at some of these: 03/26/2023

Eggcellent Easter Scavenger HuntJoin Auburn Parks and Recreation for the third annual Eggcellent Easter Scavenger Hunt beginning Saturday, April 1, 2023 and ending Wednesday, April 5, 2023. A clue will be posted on Facebook and Instagram each morning of the scavenger hunt leading participants to an Easter egg in one of our parks or facilities.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com 03/26/2023

Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef RibsIngredients:1 cup water1 cup ketchup1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste3/4 cup brown sugar1/2 cup vinegar2 tablespoons prepared mustard1 tablespoon salt2 pounds beef back ribsInstructions :1.Mix water, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, and salt in a slow cooker, stirring to dissolve brown sugar and salt.2.Place short ribs into the sauce and stir to coat. Set cooker on Low, cover, and cook for 8 hours. 03/26/2023

Pewaukee WI Homes for Sale | Market Report for February 2023A small town appeal with great amenities!What makes Pewaukee different from other places that claim they’re a “big city with a small-town appeal”?Owning one of the homes for sale in Pewaukee WI allows you to adore the rolling green hills or the sparkling lake.Pewaukee Lake is the largest among the 77 lakes in Waukesha County. It is almost 2,500 acres and is known as the heart of Pewaukee.Not only that, it offers a wide range of water activities such as swimming, sailing, and water skiing. It is also the best place for musky fishing in southeastern Wisconsin.From boat shows to ski shows, marathons to river runs, golfing to museum hopping, there are many activities that will keep you busy in Pewaukee. This is the village where fu... 03/26/2023

Spring Cleaning TrendsSpring is a time for rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s time to eliminate any accumulation of dust, stale air, grime, or clutter that can breed bacteria and other contaminants. You can easily freshen up with simple tricks while using a system for pacing yourself to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Here are some tips for tidying up and deep cleaning your home as springtime approaches.When you don’t know where to start, think of spring cleaning as a series of phases. The first phase should be to downsize or declutter, the next to surface clean, and finally, to deep clean. Within those phases, you should begin by creating a checklist. Start by going from room to room to see which areas need the most decluttering and last cleaned a while ago. Then start with the following:Organ... 03/26/2023

Get Moving! How Home Sellers Are Making the Most of The Market Posted by Bill Salvatore- Realtor March 26, 2023 Appraisals, Discounts, Home Selling Tips, Housing Market, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate  IT WAS FUN WHILE IT LASTED This is clearly the only way for home sellers to look at it. In the world of Real Estate, change is good. Just imagine what would happen to the market if our recent upsurge in home prices and extreme seller’s market had continued unchecked. Fantastic for home sellers you say? Not for long. Home buyers would disappear (this had already begun to happen) and the market would inevitably collapse. We’ve experienced similar fallout in the past resulting in a catastrophic number of foreclosures, short-sales and plummeting home prices, and unless something changed, it woul... 03/26/2023

If you have not had a chance to look at the beautiful home on Sanders Street in Auburn, AL with the tulips blooming everywhere I would encourage you to go and see it. It is absolutely lovely. I had a real treat on my walk past it yesterday and am sharing a few photos showing how beautiful the yard is with all the tulips that create a gorgeous masterpiece.   The owners of the home planted over 1200 tulip bulbs over the last few years. The owners are  Mary Lou and Dan Ponder and they were awarded the Loveliest Village Award last week to recognize their efforts in revitalizing their property. Not only did they plant tulips, but they added a French drain and planted native plants commonly found along local waterways beside the creek bed. The small bridge over the creek bed along with the l... 03/26/2023

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We are at the start of the busiest time of the year in my business.We are free of the shadows of the Christmas Holiday and everyone is out and about making plans for the spring and summer.  The market did not and will not melt down as some folks would like to believe. It is a buyers market and that means sellers can get top dollar for their properties.  Interest rates are near median values.  IT IS ALL NORMAL. Click on the image to read the full article!  #article #news #notablearticle #listreports #realestate 03/26/2023

It's Sunday, time for some funnies, so today, thought I would be them FIRST.This is SO happening right now --- just a light dusting of snow, next day - beautiful!Being a cat lover, can SO relate!Was just having this conversation at my annual exam this week! This week had a few items that were memorable and wrote about one, that still haunts me today.   (the dog walker that fell in the street)    Laura was really busy this week, so I was helping her out whenever possible, as I am slow right now.   Got the final items in for the new countertops, now just waiting for an install day.   I have my sink, faucet, and have chosen my backsplash this week too.My friend in Texas hasn't come back home yet, but called this week to tell me probably will sell his home here in Aurora, and move to McAlle... 03/26/2023

On March 16, 2023, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported the home values higher 1.8% to the price of $549,900 in February of 2023 from price of $540,000 in January of 2023, but lower 0.2% from price of $551,000 in February of 2022 in Inland Empire, California. While, home sales jumped 16.3% in February of 2023 from January of 2023, but dropped 37.8% from in in February of 2022 in Inland Empire, California.There were 3.7 months supplies of available inventory of homes in February of 2023, down from 4.4 months in January of 2023, but rose from 2.0 months in February of 2022 in Inland Empire, California.An average it took 45.0 days to sell home in February 2023, gained from 40.0 days in January of 2023, and increased from 14.0 days in February of 2022 in Inland Empire, Califo... 03/26/2023

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 Spring 2023:  A Perfect Time To Find A New Charlotte Area Home With A Backyard To Enjoy All Spring And Summer Home prices and interest rates are projected to increase in 2023. Spring 2023 will be a great time to find a new home in the Greater Charlotte area to lock in your housing costs for years to come, as well as to build equity and family wealth.   Did you know that the average homeowner gained $34,300 in equity over the past year? Year-to-date as of February 2023, average home prices in the Charlotte region increased 6.9%. Why delay building some equity for yourself?   Worried About Home Prices Crashing? Don't Be!Have you been holding off finding a new home because you're worried the housing market will crash? Here's why you shouldn't be... the current housing shortage is helping ... 03/26/2023

9191 McDougal, TALLAHASSEE, FL Get Directions Click Here Description Photos Real Estate Reports for Home Owners, Sellers & Buyers! Maps & Local Schools Print Reviews $ Click for current price 3 BEDROOMS | 2 Full Baths BATHROOMS | 1990 SqFt Luxuriously Furnished home in Golden Eagle subdivision, this home is in a gated Golf Cart community and located right on the golf course. Subdivision has several Beautiful lakes to enjoy fishing and kayaking along with maintained walking trails. This house has several luxurious upgrades, including Plantation Shutters, Quartz countertops, high-end appliances, and a top-of-the-line washer/dryer. Every light fixture, fan and faucet has been updated as well. Out back there is a multi-level deck with a covered Pergola overlooking the golf course. See Virt... 03/26/2023

Success and marketing was the focus of the panel at the Corporate Coldwell Banker meeting at the Austin Board of Realtors offices. Great communication & positive focus on our client’s needs and wants was demonstrated by the agents on the Mastermind panel. We all walked away with nuggets from the panel and the audience. I had fun on the Listing Tips panel and was honored to be included.Thank you to our sponsors: Guaranteed Tate Affinity, American Home Shield and Independence Title. #Coldwellbankerrealty #knowledgeispower 03/26/2023

  In this episode of the Real Estate Round Table, Eric L. Frazier, MBA President and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, interviews Rick Sharga, CEO CJPatrick company, a market intelligence and advisory firm for real estate and mortgage companies.   Ricks covers the following topics in great detail: . The Federal Reserve Rate hikes and potential for more.. Unemployment numbers and inflation. . 2023 existing Home sales and New Home Sales . Market headwinds:  inventory and affordability. Home prices - further to fall, or have they hit bottom?. Mortgage rates - have they already peaked, and what to expect by year-end. Foreclosures - more on the way? And if so, how big a wave?If you want to sell or buy, you need to watch this episode. Rick has over 20 years of experience in the real estate and m... 03/26/2023

  In this episode of the Real Estate Round Table, Eric L. Frazier, MBA President and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, interviews Rick Sharga, CEO CJPatrick company, a market intelligence and advisory firm for real estate and mortgage companies.   Ricks covers the following topics in great detail: . The Federal Reserve Rate hikes and potential for more.. Unemployment numbers and inflation. . 2023 existing Home sales and New Home Sales . Market headwinds:  inventory and affordability. Home prices - further to fall, or have they hit bottom?. Mortgage rates - have they already peaked, and what to expect by year-end. Foreclosures - more on the way? And if so, how big a wave?If you want to sell or buy, you need to watch this episode. Rick has over 20 years of experience in the real estate and m... 03/26/2023