Price it right from the get-go
The old-school strategy of real estate sellers crossing their arms and holding out for a better offer will be brushed off by most homebuyers. Consider that of the homes that took four months or more to sell in the past year, almost half of their owners accepted less than 90 percent of the asking price, according to the National Association of Realtors. For a gauge, have your agent produce the latest comparable sales including short sales and foreclosures as well as a recent summary of sales prices versus original list prices. But be wary that such information doesn’t reflect the homes that failed to sell.
Price it right from the start . . . .
January 9th, 2012On the 4th day of Christmas my homeowner gave to me . . . .
December 19th, 2011-
(New!)
On the 4th Day of Christmas … Fix Interior Doors
Give a great gift this Christmas by devoting some time and energy to fixing up the house of a friend or family member who could use your helping hand. It won’t cost much — in fact, it’s way cheaper than five golden rings. Read
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Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
On the 3rd day of Christmas my homeowner gave to me . . .
December 19th, 2011-
(New!)
On the 3rd Day of Christmas … New Low-Flow Shower Heads
This Christmas, give someone you care about a little bit of your time — a helping hand with a home improvement or maintenance task is truly the spirit of the season. It won’t cost much, and it beats eleven pipers piping. Read
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On the 2nd day of Christmas my homeowner gave to me . . . .
December 17th, 2011-
(New!)
On the 2nd Day of Christmas … Repair Countertop Scratches
A home improvement or maintenance helping hand is a meaningful gift that really shows you care. It doesn’t cost much, and it’s so much easier to give than 10 lords a-leaping. Read
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On the 1st Day of Christmas my homeowner gave to me . . .
December 17th, 2011-
(New!)
On the First Day of Christmas … New Filters for Their HVAC
If you can’t conjure up maids a-milking or swans a-swimming as Christmas presents for those near and dear, give an inexpensive gift they’re sure to love — yourself, and a home improvement or maintenance helping hand. Read
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Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Consumer Notice for your review
October 21st, 2011More Than Refis Needed to Fix Housing Market, Economy.
September 15th, 2011-
More Than Refis Needed to Fix Housing Market, Economy
Last week in his address to Congress, President Obama unveiled a $447 billion plan to create jobs and help stimulate the nation’s struggling economy. But the issue squarely at the heart of America’s economic woes — housing — was mostly absent from the president’s speech. The proposed package instead relied heavily on targeted tax cuts, infrastructure spending, new job training assistance, and a $50 billion extension of unemployment benefits. Read
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Centre Volunteers In Medicine receive Gambone, Songer & Associates Realty quarterly donation
September 2nd, 2011On Tuesday, August 30th, 2011, Cathy Brown, Development Director for Centre Volunteers in Medicine met with Gambone, Songer & Associates Realty to talk about what the program offers Centre County residents.
We had all heard of Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) but none of us really knew the depth of what this agency does for the community. CVIM is a community health resource center offering free preventative medical care, dental medical care, and even prescription services to Centre County residents who do not have health insurance. The program offers referral services and provides a case manager to help patients find other local agencies who are able to provide additional social services.
Patients must register and meet eligibility requirements for the program. We were surprised by the number of residents who qualify. CVIM makes every effort to treat each patient with respect and dignity. Local physicians and dentists volunteer their time to provide first rate care. Additional volunteers provide administrative assistance and new volunteers are always welcome - especially those in the medical and dental fields.
Mary Ann Scordo & Kenton Stuck present Cathy Brown with a donation from GSA Realty.
If you would like to donate to Centre Volunteers in Medicine, you can:
Go online:
CVIM accepts credit card gifts through the secure Greater Giving site. Visit their website at http://www.cvim.net/donors.htm .
By Mail:
Please make checks payable to: Centre Volunteers in Medicine and send to:
CVIM, 2520 Green Tech Dr, Suite D, State College, PA 16803
For more information on ways to give, please contact Cathy Brown, at 814.231.4043 or cbrown@cvim.net.
Coffee Filters…you can’t believe the uses
August 10th, 2011One of our most popular features of our printed newletter are our myriad of alternative uses of common household products. Not just for making coffee, the standard fluted edge coffee filter is inexpensive and can be purchased in bulk at big box stores (I googled Wal Mart and saw 200 advertised for $1.28 but I bought 1,000 for around $4.00 2 years ago).
Clean windows and mirrors. Coffee filters are lint free so they’ll leave windows sparkling.
Protect good China. Separate your good dishes by putting a coffee filter between each dish.
Recycle frying oil. After frying, strain oil through a sieve lined with a coffee filter. (Author’s note: I do this frequently, but you need a bit of patience while the oil filters through, but very effective.)
Stop the soil from leaking out of a plant pot. Line a pot with a coffee filter to prevent the soil from going through the drainage holes.
Cover bowls or dishes when cooking in the microwave to prevent spatters.
Protect a cast-iron skillet. Place a coffee filter in the skillet to absorb moisture and prevent rust.
Prevent a popsicle from dripping. Just poke holes for the stick or sticks in a coffee filter and enjoy!
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