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Message From Michael For my past clients, thank you so much for your business! It has been my pleasure to be a part of your home buying or home selling process! If you know of anyone else who may be interested in purchasing a home or is thnking about putting their home on the makrket, I would greatly appreciate an opportunity to help! As always, your referral means the world to me! Feel free to call on me anytime at 763.257.9249. Wishing all the best to you and your family this fall season. Take care and God Bless! |
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The Value of a Home Inspection
By Dorothy Edison
Home inspection is not the same as a house appraisal (which is required with the acquisition of some loans). An inspection is a home buyer's protection against buying a house with problems that have not been disclosed by an uninformed or dishonest seller. The home buyers will typically have to purchase their inspection at the cost of $200 to $400, depending upon the size of the building and the inspector's pricing. This may seem like a lot to someone who... Read More |
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The Benefit of Home Purifiers
By Angela Epps
The EPA (Environmental Protection Association) estimates that the air inside your home can be up to ten times more polluted than the air outside the house. Fortunately an air purifier can help reduce indoor pollutants such as air-born bacteria from mold, fungi and household chemicals found in many cleaners used in house cleaning. These pollutants in your home’s air can aggravate asthma, allergies, and sinus problems, especially if your household has children or seniors... Read More |
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Ready to Redecorate? First Decide on a Style
By ARA
If you're tired of the furniture and accessories in your living room, and want a new look in the bedroom, why aren't you doing something about it? Fear of change is the number one reason people live in spaces they don't really like.
With the holiday season and New Year just around the corner, now is the perfect time to try something different. Start by deciding what look you like best. Among the most popular: Traditional, Contemporary, Mission, French Country, Asian and Retro.
Not sure which look would best suit your style? Turn to the Web for help making a decision - www.charleskeath.com, www.homevisions.com and Montgomery Ward (www.wards.com) all feature color pictures that pair furniture with complementary accessories in each of the popular styles. |
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How to Reduce Holiday Stress
By Candice Pardue
The holiday season is a time of giving and visiting with family. Unfortunately, it's also a time of stress for many families. Financial burdens seem to be the greatest this time of year and organizing parties, gatherings, etc. can be stressful too. The holiday season doesn't have to be stressful, however. Here are some ways to make your holidays fun and reduce stress.
Make a list early before the holidays begin. Here's what to include.
Gift Ideas: List gifts you know you'll be responsible for and start shopping for them early. Even $5 to $15 gifts add up in a hurry when you must buy several of them along with your immediate family's gifts. Often, you can buy the smaller gifts throughout the year and put them away until Christmas. No one will... Read More |
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Tips to Update Your Living Room
By Samantha Konwinski
When your living room feels unlivable, it is time to make a change. Here are some quick and easy tips for giving your space a facelift.
Select a favorite pillow, painting, or throw rug. Pull colors from that item to paint your walls, cover your sofa, and add matching decorative items. The item you select will bring everything together and give your space a more cohesive feel.
If you spend a lot of time on the couch, pick one that is both comfortable and durable. Look for soft cushions and a deep seat. If you have pets, consider a fabric that will hold up over time. Synthetic microfiber fabrics are easy to clean and will hold up to scratching... Read More |
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