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August 2011

The Pheromone Factor

 

Pheromones are mysterious little chemical sensors that are supposed to have a lot to do with whether or not we are attracted to people. They may also play a big part in the way people react to houses. 

 

SmellyIf you have a house on the market, it will be important to ensure that the pheromone factor is as high as possible--so that the prospects who come inside will involuntarily pull out their checkbooks and offer to pay your asking price. A good real estate agent can give you some important hints about maximizing your home's ability to attract buyers. This could mean completely airing out every room to eliminate musty odors, or allowing enough time for freshly painted walls to lose that telltale toxic smell.

  

Unless you are already compulsively neat, you may need to make temporary changes in your housekeeping habits to ensure that your home is both fresh-smelling and sparkling clean. Sometimes this will involve hiring a professional cleaning service. Give your real estate agent the space to speak candidly about what you need to do to make your house looks its best.

The August "Honey-Do" List
There, I fixed it!

Fixed it

 

Home Inspection Nightmares!
Eighth Wonder of the Duct Tape World

 

Duct Tape Siding

Does the paint void the warranty on the duct-tape siding?

 

Courtesy of the ASHI Reporter
Client Handout
Realtors, please share with your clients

 

Life Expectancy Charts 

 

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Tips & Tricks

 

Green Decorating

 

Houseplants not only add a pretty, natural touch to a home, they also help clean the air indoors.  Top picks include Boston Fern, Fig and Ficus plants.

 

Save and Sharpen

 

Tired of throwing away rusted, smelly brillo pads?  Cut the pads in half with scissors, a box will last indefinitely and scissors also get sharpened.

 

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Sucha Deal? Maybe not?

Looking for a deal? Just remember: "Buyer Beware"
  
Foreclosure StampWhen purchasing a foreclosed home remember that in addition to damage that has occurred, you'll want to know the source of the damage and how long before the problem was addressed. These signs may indicate trouble ahead:  
  • If the home has been properly winterized, there's no need for heat in the winter months. But if the home has not been properly winterized, pipes will burst and cause water damage.
  • Have missing sinks, toilets and other fixtures properly removed or just ripped from walls and floors.

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  • Wood Destroying Insects
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  • Septic
  • Well
  • Mold
  • Commercial Buildings
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