tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:22:31 +0000http://rlblog.realliving.com/noreply@blogger.com (Real Living)Blogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-862896630321041319Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:09:00 +00002009-10-20T10:14:47.210-04:00arboristsundercuttingtreespromote tree growthMy Real Livingstormfall maintenanceMany people put off the hassles of tree trimming because it’s either too expensive, inconvenient or because it may slip their mind. Trimming your trees is a necessity because it helps promote tree growth and it diminishes potential safety hazards. Many advise hiring a professional arborist to shape your tree and cut problematic limbs. If you prefer doing it yourself, make sure you take caution http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/jWtO7eGxkqU/trim-your-trees-regularly.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/jWtO7eGxkqU" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/10/trim-your-trees-regularly.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-6968242964934019991Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:15:00 +00002009-10-05T16:18:51.789-04:00home loanMy Real Livingmortgage lenderIf you’re looking to secure a loan that will help you purchase the home of your dreams, it’s important to have an ethical, qualified and dependable mortgage lender on your side—protecting your best interests and helping you get the loan that's right for you. Your lender should be a trusted partner who understands the array of loans offered, and can match them to your needs, wants and desires.So http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/1KJ1rfHgIq4/choose-mortgage-lender-that-meets-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/1KJ1rfHgIq4" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/10/choose-mortgage-lender-that-meets-your.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-8948117713411649695Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:18:00 +00002009-09-23T11:21:10.707-04:00home improvementsCMAReal LivingMarket ValueComparative Market AnalysisDetermining your home’s worth is one of the most important decisions you will encounter when putting your home on the market. For some, it can also be one of the toughest to face because when it comes time to sell, homeowners sometimes have a tendency to reminisce about all the fond memories made in the home over the years. These memories may be priceless to the home seller, but to a prospective http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/pNFnDAIModk/whats-your-home-worth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/pNFnDAIModk" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/09/whats-your-home-worth.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-5112827405466948915Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:05:00 +00002009-09-14T10:11:25.232-04:00You be the judge! Cast your vote. Should the 2009 First-Time Homebuyers 8K Tax Credit be extended?(survey software)For more information on the 8K Tax Credit, check out RealLiving.comhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/IVEJtjh3l18/should-2009-8k-tax-credit-be-extended.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/IVEJtjh3l18" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/09/should-2009-8k-tax-credit-be-extended.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-7065126465727116969Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:44:00 +00002009-09-03T15:45:30.457-04:00listings onlinelisting servicesReal Livingmappingwebsite blogssocial networksMLSmarket homeIf you’re in the process of selling your home, give a potential buyer the information they need when considering your home—especially online. According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), 87% of buyers use the internet as a resource when looking for a home. So, get your home out on the internet where these high percentages of buyers can view it. Here's a list of information your http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/Ve4jBah488s/provide-detailed-listing-information.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/Ve4jBah488s" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/09/provide-detailed-listing-information.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-5070109499374638225Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:41:00 +00002009-09-01T09:43:25.975-04:00My Real Livinglaundrysustainable homeno VOC painteco-friendlyVOCsThere is no denying that environmentalism is one of the hottest issues of the moment. We are consistently hearing people state that our planet is changing for the worse because of the strains we have put on our natural resources and the amount of unnecessary energy we consume each day. The good news is that there are many little things you can do around your house to make your home more http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/9U9jt-so_YI/simple-ways-to-create-eco-friendly-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/9U9jt-so_YI" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/09/simple-ways-to-create-eco-friendly-home.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-6480460833503203287Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:53:00 +00002009-08-17T09:57:25.742-04:00home inspectionscontingenciesoffers and counteroffersmortgage loansearchclosingdisputes and issuesfinancingdocument assistanceComparative Market AnalysisBuying a home is an exciting venture, and it’s important to find a real estate agent that will lead you through the home transaction. Before you begin this exciting process, take a look at this quick 10-step plan to buying a home on your terms.Conduct a Comparative Market AnalysisAn agent can deliver a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), which is a breakdown of homes in a particular location that http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/xyI51CXu-sk/purchasing-home-on-your-terms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/xyI51CXu-sk" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/08/purchasing-home-on-your-terms.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-4902105312247074594Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:19:00 +00002009-09-28T15:16:34.993-04:00sump pump testwinterizedryer ductsaugust maintenanceRoutine home maintenance is integral to great curb appeal during any month of the year. Keep your home looking its best with these recommended maintenance musts for the fall. Clean Dryer Vent DuctExperts advocate cleaning your dryer duct at least 2 times each year. This can be done by disconnecting the duct from the rear of the dryer and pulling lint, dust and other debris from the duct with a http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/BFIloDbX-Tc/august-maintenance-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/BFIloDbX-Tc" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/08/august-maintenance-tips.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-1824474305141866011Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:29:00 +00002009-07-27T17:32:35.642-04:00real estatecurb appealsell a homeWhen a potential buyer is in the neighborhood, it’s important for your home to look the best on the block. Here are some tips for boosting curb appeal and capturing the attention of passersby.1. Mow the lawn and plant sod where grass is sparse.2. Trim tree limbs that are close to the roof and power lines.3. Weed flower beds and lay mulch.4. Store tools and equipment in a shed or garage.5. Add http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/_cd874N7qBg/top-ways-to-improve-curb-appeal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/_cd874N7qBg" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/07/top-ways-to-improve-curb-appeal.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-7981370654359626454Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:24:00 +00002009-07-20T16:26:14.593-04:00more spacesleeping areastudio livingapartment spacestorageAffordable, luxurious one, two or even three bedroom apartments and homes are hard to come by; however, studio apartments are a bit more affordable and accessible. Make your studio more functional with these simple tips.Take Your Studio to New Heights In a studio apartment, it’s absolutely necessary to utilize all the space you have—that means using your wall-space and stacking anything and http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/Ime16mbK09I/studio-apartment-living.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/Ime16mbK09I" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/07/studio-apartment-living.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-4176059349282373718Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:15:00 +00002009-07-14T16:17:20.156-04:00water conservationH20 calculatorsprinklersreduce billslawngardeningHere are some summer watering tips to help green your lawn and satisfy your pocketbook.• Make a rain barrel and connect it to a downspout.• Use a soaker hose instead of sprinklers to minimize evaporation.• Nozzles help reduce water waste by controlling water flow.• Mulch your landscape. Mulch keeps weeds from growing and helps retain moisture.• Landscape with drought-tolerant plants.• Hydrate http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/mf9MQVFEkd8/summer-watering-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/mf9MQVFEkd8" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/07/summer-watering-tips.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-7622275755265915231Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:22:00 +00002009-07-06T09:24:34.922-04:00resaleprojectsremodelingbasementrenovationsbuilding a new homehome valuewindowsThink home improvements will substantially increase the selling price of your home? You may want to think again. Before you invest a lot of money into home improvements and upgrades, you should consult with a real estate agent to determine which changes will most impact your home's sale.Some renovations not only fail to improve resale profits, but could actually detract from your home's overall http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/-TcgQlIV89Y/changes-that-sell-changes-that-dont.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/-TcgQlIV89Y" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/07/changes-that-sell-changes-that-dont.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-8941682713782578805Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:22:00 +00002009-06-29T13:27:24.829-04:00energy costsinsulationwaterproofelectricityheating and coolingLooking for some simple ways to cut energy costs this year? Here are a few tips and techniques that can help you reduce energy bills, help the environment and improve your home’s resale value. Heating and CoolingDo you have furniture positioned by your vents or radiators? By moving furniture away from these locations, warm or cool air can circulate through your home more effectively. At what http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/BD5YWnc9BqM/easy-ways-to-cut-home-energy-costs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/BD5YWnc9BqM" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/06/easy-ways-to-cut-home-energy-costs.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-6804404580729616662Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:30:00 +00002009-06-17T13:35:14.016-04:00<!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/1YI2BRoYn18/getting-ready-for-big-move.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/1YI2BRoYn18" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/06/getting-ready-for-big-move.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-5905680208228465607Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:49:00 +00002009-06-10T10:52:17.326-04:00MaintenancepropertyHomeprotectionsecurityVacationneighborSummer vacations can be the perfect time to kick back and relax. And you don’t want you have to worry about the safety of your home while you’re away. To ensure that your home is well protected and cared for, pre-vacation prep is a must. Nobody likes returning home from a relaxing vacation to find, dead plants, over-stuffed mail boxes or even worse, burglary. Here are some things that can helphttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/kzE_Aw1Arxg/how-to-prepare-your-home-before.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/kzE_Aw1Arxg" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/06/how-to-prepare-your-home-before.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-4156692628545623053Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:42:00 +00002009-06-05T14:43:49.923-04:00buildersdream homebuilding codesnew constructionfloor planbuilding a new homereal estate agentThe thought of building a home that you can customize to highlight your personality is exciting, but it can also be intimidating to start from the ground up. Visualizing Your New Home Keep your thoughts organized by writing them down and keeping them in a “new home” binder. First, write down the features that you need in your house (example: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms), then the things you http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/RQkIuDYcKIY/looking-for-new-build.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/RQkIuDYcKIY" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/06/looking-for-new-build.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-1438236580722828160Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:13:00 +00002009-06-01T16:14:52.834-04:00mortgage payment protectionpeace of mind planReal Living is proud to announce the Peace of Mind Plan, a mortgage payment protection plan for home buyers in the Central Ohio, Dayton, Cincinnati and Louisville Metro areas beginning June 1, 2009. We believe “home is where the heart is,” and financial stability provides peace of mind. So if your heart is set on a new home, but you’re stressed about buying with the economic realities we now facehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/csXMxZa-2kc/real-living-offers-mortgage-payment.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/csXMxZa-2kc" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/06/real-living-offers-mortgage-payment.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-1181620642092722256Thu, 14 May 2009 13:17:00 +00002009-05-15T14:01:58.791-04:00real estateAwardsconferenceagentsPromowestLifestyle Community PavilionConspiracyColumbusDavid KnoxMomentumSpring has arrived, summer is fast approaching and here at Real Living we are rejoicing! We are starting to see improvement in the markets for 2009 and last week at our annual conference, Momentum, we celebrated our 2008 achievements. Momentum was a great success. Hosted at The Lifestyle Communities Pavilion in Columbus, Ohio, we kicked off the day with the highly anticipated awards ceremony, http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/JVPu_Aw_Xj8/momentum-09-was-hit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/JVPu_Aw_Xj8" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/05/momentum-09-was-hit.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-8885614909991293669Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:34:00 +00002009-04-27T16:48:15.210-04:00real estateHome TeamcommunitySocial MediaFarmhouseBuying a homeMy Real LivingMount VernonDave CulbertsonagentReal Living Home Team’s mission statement is: To provide honest and extraordinary service to our clients, create and maintain an exciting, fun and productive workplace for our agents and support staff, and to be good corporate citizens of the community.With sincere dedication and hard work, the Real Living Home Team of Mount Vernon, Ohio does just that. To ensure they live up to the mission http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/r_vI05821Dg/brokerage-spotlight-real-living-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/r_vI05821Dg" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/04/brokerage-spotlight-real-living-home.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-294087153003932154Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:36:00 +00002009-04-24T11:39:31.055-04:00real estatefind a real estate agentsellinginterview questionsfirst timepersonalityBuying a homeColumbuscommunicationactive rainSelecting the right agent for you and your family is an important decision, and one that deserves some careful consideration. Buyers and sellers have different needs when it comes to real estate, so it’s important to understand what to expect from a buyer’s agent and a seller’s agent. A buyer’s agent should provide the following: Expert negotiationMortgage servicesTitle servicesWarranty http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/PN_ATWLzMiQ/selecting-right-agent-can-make-all.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/PN_ATWLzMiQ" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/04/selecting-right-agent-can-make-all.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-3662800266726972986Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:07:00 +00002009-04-07T10:14:53.470-04:00real estateReal Living RickettsIndian LakeBuying/selling a homeBellefontaineagentReal Living Ricketts & Company, LTD agents have extensive knowledge of the local market and share it with every consumer. Their knowledge, experience and ability to provide their clients with interactive online technology like Real-Time Listings and agent Web sites sets them apart and allows them to shine. Broker/Owner Anita Ricketts joined Real Living as a Network Partner in 2004 and, she http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/9mF9_KinJTU/brokerage-spotlight-real-living.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/9mF9_KinJTU" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/04/brokerage-spotlight-real-living.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-3261520174227109866Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:51:00 +00002009-03-25T10:54:41.701-04:00real estatetitleonline shoppingmortgagehome warrantyWells FargoChicago TitleReal LivingagentAt Real Living, we believe in one-stop shopping. When making one of life’s biggest decisions, the process should be simple and hassle-free. Our agents are dedicated to providing clients with all the services that are vital to the real estate transaction. Here is a list of services that Real Living and its agents offer to help make the home buying and selling process more enjoyable. Web 2.0—http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/kJlMGpnxrRM/one-stop-real-estate-shopping.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/kJlMGpnxrRM" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/03/one-stop-real-estate-shopping.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-9115395626629781272Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:59:00 +00002009-03-23T12:04:12.790-04:00titlemortgagesettlementOhio Association of RealtorsHUDclosing statementYou found the home of your dreams and with closing date fast approaching that means paper work time! Before signing by the “X” it is important to be familiar with what you are signing. Here is a breakdown of a settlement statement. A U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) statement, also known as the settlement or closing statement, is a financial overview of all transactions.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/LEK0kwGU2oE/understanding-closing-statements.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/LEK0kwGU2oE" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/03/understanding-closing-statements.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-5505132668825429134Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:55:00 +00002009-03-18T11:09:27.388-04:00decortechniquespaintingno VOC paintfaux finishesUse paint to add subtle, decorative details to a room! It’s a great way to change the feel of a space without breaking the bank. Simply apply a new color, stencil or texture to dramatically change the ambiance of an interior space. <!--[if gte vml 1]> <![endif]-->Here are some great examples of how just a small change can make a big http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/2mQhSvTfMdw/add-touch-of-class-without-much-cash.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)0<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/2mQhSvTfMdw" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/03/add-touch-of-class-without-much-cash.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1690535900708700950.post-8591183356808336670Wed, 11 Mar 2009 17:04:00 +00002009-03-11T13:08:21.555-04:00roof leakshome issurancewaterproofMy Real Livingguttershome MaintenanceDon’t let roof leaks ruin a relaxing, rainy day. As the wet season approaches, it’s important to make sure your home is protected from roof leaks, rain run-off and more! Read on for helpful ways to combat any soggy situations you may encounter in the coming months. <!--[endif]--> Gutters and DownspoutsWhen cleaning gutters and downspouts, it’s important to have the right tools. Take http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/RealLiving/~3/oUY6XI7mPzs/protect-yourself-and-your-home-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Real Living)1<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/RealLiving/~4/oUY6XI7mPzs" height="1" width="1"/>http://rlblog.realliving.com/2009/03/protect-yourself-and-your-home-from.html