January 31, 2013
Indoor gardens: cultivate while keeping the winter doldrums at bay

Posted in Living by Tara Sharp
In many parts of the country it is still too early to start thinking about gardening. After a chilly winter, adding some green to your home’s interior may be just what the doctor (or decorator) ordered. Consider an indoor garden to liven up your home with color and clean air. There are many ways to introduce houseplants into your home décor, from edible to ornamental.
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January 21, 2013
Out with the old, in with the new, and other housing predictions for 2013

Posted in Selling by Jill Jacobi Wood, OB Jacobi & Geoff Wood
The new year is upon us, and with it comes the chance for a fresh start with infinite possibilities. As the saying goes, “out with the old, in with the new”. Historically, January is believed to be a pretty powerful month from which predictions about the rest of the year can be made.
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January 18, 2013
Homeowners Insurance: Protect your home and your loved ones

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp
In addition to providing shelter and comfort, our home is often our single greatest asset. And it’s important that we protect that precious investment. Most homeowners realize the importance of homeowners insurance in safeguarding the value of a home.
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January 10, 2013
Selling your home: A step-by-step approach

Posted in Selling by Tara Sharp
Whether you’re starting a family, moving for your job, getting ready to retire or embarking on a new chapter in your life, when your home no longer suits your current situation, it’s time to think about selling it. Although this can be a bit complicated, with the help of your agent, you can minimize the hassles, get the best possible price, and shorten the distance between “For Sale” and “Sold”.
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January 09, 2013
2013: Another Good Year for Housing

Posted in Market News by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate
Well, the time has come again to polish up the old crystal ball, gaze into it, and see what's in store for the housing market in 2013.
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January 04, 2013
How new finance legislation affects home owners, buyers and sellers

Posted in Market News by Edward Krigsman
Many home owners, buyers, and sellers have been carefully watching the new federal finance package passed on January 1, 2013 by both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate. This is because it included automatic tax increases as well as federal spending cuts that involve real estate programs.
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