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Greetings!
After a fairly wet spring, we're nearly into the blissful days of summer. Real estate continues to have a brisk selling season so far.
In this buyer's market, you may have already found the house of your dreams. You may have signed a contract, been approved for a mortgage, and even hired the movers. But when it comes to the most important part - the closing - you could be headed for disaster if you and the professionals you hired haven't prepared adequately. Read about how to ensure that your closing goes smoothly here.
Whether you're already a homeowner or you're getting ready to become one, you're sure to run into bathroom problems from time to time. If you're the do-it-yourself type, read here to learn about quick fixes for common bathroom plumbing problems.
My successful Home Buyers Workshop series is on its summer hiatus, but plan ahead to attend one this fall. See below for details.
Please forward this e-newsletter to friends, colleagues, or family members, and don't forget to check out my other informational resources on my blog, Facebook page, YouTube channel, and website!
Oh by the way, if you know of anyone thinking of buying or selling a home who would benefit from the level of service I provide, just give me a call with their contact information. I'll be happy to follow up and take special care of them.
Best,
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 Quick Fixes for Common Bathroom Plumbing Problems
Did you know that leaks in the home waste more than 10,000 gallons of water each year?* Save money and water by staying on top of wear, tear, and repair. Here are some quick fixes to common bathroom problems.
A screeching faucet
If your faucet sings to you as you turn the knob, you may need to fix the rubber washer. You can buy an inexpensive kit at most hardware stores. However, if your faucet is old, the screeching may be its final swan song. Replace the whole faucet instead.
The stream of water spits instead of flows.
Your aerator, the screw-on screen at the tip of the faucet, may need to be cleaned. Unscrew the aerator and clean the mineral deposits that have accumulated over time. If it's completely clogged with crusted deposits, you can purchase an inexpensive new aerator from the local hardware store or home center.
The toilet won't stop running.
The most common cause of a leaky toilet is a worn flapper valve. If your toilet is constantly running, replace the flapper and save nearly 200 gallons of water per day. However, before you replace it, check to see that there isn't another culprit.
- Inspect the area around the flapper valve and remove any mineral deposits that may have collected around the rim.
- Make sure the chain is the correct length - if it's too short, the valve won't close properly.
- Check to ensure that there's nothing impeding the valve from closing, such as the dispenser for the toilet bowl cleaner.
A dripping toilet tank
While some sweat on the toilet tank is normal, dripping may indicate a leak. To find out if your toilet is leaking, squirt a few drops of food coloring into the tank. If the color shows up on the floor, look for cracks on the tank or loose connections going into the tank. Remember to call a licensed plumber if you have a more complicated plumbing problem. * Source: Environmental Protection Agency
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Announcing 2012 Autumn Home Buyer Workshop Dates
 Have you joined me yet for one of my popular free Home Buyer Workshops this season?
We're into our summer hiatus now, but I'll be holding a couple of free, no-nonsense home buying workshops this fall.
Workshops will be held on these two Saturdays:
How familiar are you with the home buying process? What does making an Offer involve? What happens to your deposit money? How do you determine a negotiating price for a home? Is it necessary to use an Attorney? How would you choose a Realtor to represent you?
This Home Buyer Workshop is designed to answer these questions and many more.
LOCATION: RE/MAX Realty Advisors, 320 Washington Street, Norwell, MA (2nd floor)
TIME: 10:15 - 10:30am - Registration
10:30 - 11:15am - Workshop
11:15 - 11:30am - Q & A
Light refreshments will be served. Register soon as space will be limited.
REGISTER
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Improving Home Prices Signal Housing Recovery
For the first time in a year and a half, both home prices and home sales are rising higher. A busy summer selling season is expected.
Click below to view the video.
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Many agents across the country are reporting multiple offers on homes, as consumer confidence appears to be rising. Record low mortgages accompanied by home prices not seen in years have many Americans making the decision to become homeowners.
We are living in historic times. Many families are taking advantage of these opportunities which we may never see again.
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 Connie White has worked as a full-time Realtor for over 20 years. During her career, she's earned the following certifications: ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) and CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert - meaning she's a certified expert in helping homeowners facing short sales).
Connie has been affiliated with RE/MAX (an international organization) since 1990. Her motto is: "Delivering Excellence" - Your South Shore Realtor for Single-Family, Condos, Multi-Family, Oceanfront, Luxury, and Distressed Properties.
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320 Washington Drive
Norwell, Massachusetts 02061
RE/MAX Realty Advisors
(617) 697-5566
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There are days when I'm at the gym or in the supermarket and notice people passing by with their heads down, refusing to have eye contact with others, not acknowledging others - faces without a smile. I then remember this quote from Zig Ziglar: "Be helpful. When you see a person without a smile, give him yours." |
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Home Buyers...
6 Tips for a Painless Closing
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Closing on a house can be joyful or horrific. Follow this advice for a smooth settlement.
In an ideal world, closing should be a mere formality, where homebuyer and seller sign on the dotted lines, exchange checks for the keys, and shake hands. But this isn't an ideal world...
Here are six tips for preparing ahead of time so your closing isn't a disaster: * Ask questions. Talk to the people who are representing you ahead of time. * Anticipate human error. Missing loan documents could be enough to cancel the deal at the last minute. * Review loan documents in advance.Tell the lender that you want to review the documents before closing, or ask your attorney to do so. * Take a check. Know how much money you must bring to closing. (Most likely you'll need a certified one.) Many buyers are so anxious and excited that they forget they need to stop at the bank to get the check. * Take the day off. A smooth closing may take less than 30 minutes, but you won't know for sure until it's done. Trying to close during your lunch break is a bad idea. * Expect the unexpected. Because of a simple typo, your loan documents may need to be sent back to the lender to be redone. To prepare for unexpected delays, schedule your closing for earlier in the day. And don't wait until the last day on the contract to close - especially when buying a foreclosure or short sale.
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