'News You Can Use...' from Dennis August 2008
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Add Curb Appeal to Your Home
By Stephanie Tallman Smith
First impressions mean much more than many homeowners think, and curb appeal is essential if you want to bring people into your home when trying to sell. There are a number of ways to add curb appeal to your home without spending a great deal of money, and these easy improvements are sure to draw potential buyers.

Refresh the Landscaping - Take the time to clear away weeds, leaves, and any debris, and... Read More
Stage Your Home with Lighting
By Randall Olson
Are you looking for ideas that can help you get the best possible price for your home? Believe it or not, the way that you utilize lighting throughout your home can have a major impact on how appealing the space appears to prospective buyers. The more visually appealing your home is, the greater your chances of selling it quickly and for a good price. Lighting alone won't make an unattractive house look appealing to potential buyers, but it can certainly play an important role in the overall... Read More
Weekend Bathroom Renovations
By ARA
If your bathroom is outdated, it might be time for a makeover. Small changes can make a big improvement and can be done on a small budget. Here are some easy and affordable ideas from Faucet.com:

The Faucet - The faucet is the focal point of the entire bathroom and should be one of the main considerations when remodeling. You might also consider replacing the sink to really freshen up the look. Pedestal bathroom sinks and countertop sinks are easy to replace.

Bathroom Accessories - Updating the hardware and other bathroom accessories can be a fast and affordable way to give the room an instant facelift. Towel rings, vanity shelves and even drawer handles can all make or date a room.

Showerhead - When updating your bathroom, add something you can enjoy. New showerheads can be handheld, adjustable or even massaging.
Quick & Easy Gardening Tips
By Stephanie Tallman Smith
Want a beautiful garden but think you don't have the time? These quick and easy landscape tricks will improve the look of your garden in as little as five minutes a day.

Water Your Plants - The number one reason gardens look drab or scraggly is because they don't get enough water. Your plants are virtually dying of thirst. Establish a watering schedule and post it in a conspicuous place, such as on the refrigerator or in the laundry room. Most people simply forget the last time they watered and by the time they realize it has been over a week, their petunias are wilted and their roses brown around the edges. Establish a schedule and keep to it. You will see your plants perk up in no time.

Deadhead Spent Blooms - To deadhead means to pinch the flowers off just below the bloom once they have completely bloomed. In addition to making the garden look fresher by removing... Read More
Destroy Pests with Borax
By Ann Cathey
Boric acid, or borax powder, is a simple and clean solution to many bug problems around the house. Boric acid is often used to dry flowers for keepsakes. This same dehydration process can also work to your advantage with fleas and ants.

Flea eggs are tiny, and will fall from any infected animals into your carpets and into the cracks on hardwood or linoleum floors. Dusting your carpets and floors with borax, allowing it to stand in place for a couple of hours, then sweeping and vacuuming, can help to prevent those eggs from hatching.

In most cases with carpet, the powder will sink into the fibers and below into the foam pad beneath. This allows the dehydration to become even more effective on eggs that... Read More
Dennis H. Mogil  -  (607) 227-6422 'News You Can Use...' from Dennis  -  August 2008 

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