We may not notice the changes in peoples budgets because we are worrying more about our own. I have been watching the rate of inflation published versus the rate of inflation on the wholesale food markets. This may not be something most will pay attention too. We have so many other issues to fo
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01/31/2010
It may sound funny but I feel like carrying a big can of Lysol. I normally don't get sick. I like it that way. This year I did get a flu shot and didn't have any side effects. My life as an "Empty Nester" doesn't have young children bringing everything home from school home for me to catch. My
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01/31/2010
I have several of my clients that are out of state. They relocated because of employment. I just sent off a purchase agreement to one of them. I sent the document overnight...and they arrived yesterday...late 4:38 pm to be exact according to the signature log. They live in a small town...smal
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01/30/2010
HUD (Housing and Urban Development) owner occupant incentives are about to disappear. As of February 12, 2010 some changes that will impact HUD buyers are the $100.00 down program will cease along with the $2500.00 owner occupant incentive for properties over $25,000.00 in purchase price. Don't t
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01/30/2010
TORTELLINI SOUP 1 TSP OLIVE OIL 1 LARGE ONION 1 TSP MINCED GARLIC 1 PACKAGE (8 OZ) FRESH MUSHROOMS, SLICED 2 CANS (14-1/2 OZ EACH) FAT-FREE CHICKEN BROTH 1 CAN (14-1/2 OZ) SEASONED DICED TOMATOES, SUCH AS GARLIC AND ONION 1 TSP WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE 1/2 TSP DRIED BASIL 1 BAG (14 OZ) FROZEN CHEESE
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01/27/2010
You can always count on the obvious to be obscure in real estate. The little tricks and sneaky contracts are not business as usual. Many agents and clients think real estate buying and selling is a win-lose, in reality it ends up being a win-win for both the buyer and seller. If you approach yo
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01/25/2010
Gary L. White | FlexIt Realty | 616-784-2360 2542 Black Horse Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI Open Floor Plan, Stunning Hardwood Floors, Two Story Open Foyer 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $279,900 Year Built 2005 Sq Footage 2,470 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspeci
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01/25/2010
In today's market, (Michigan) the word "hesitate" is a taboo. He who hesitates is lost, someone said..a word that makes you shudder and cringe. And yet, my seller has used it all week. She has been waiting for a confirmation on a new job. I understand the unknown. The problem she wants the bu
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01/24/2010
I shared the story with you on scratching paint with my mother-in-law in one of my previous posts. Well that little paint rubbing cost me an $800.00 car wash. How can I spent 800 bucks on a car wash simple. The repair cost $800.00 and they washed and vacuumed her car after the repair.... The day
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01/24/2010
I received an offer this weekend on a beautiful home I have listed. The initial offer was low and the buyers agent and the buyer knew from the beginning the offer would be countered. Also with the offer was a couple little traps that most agents overlook, from my experience as a broker. The firs
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01/24/2010
