July 31st, 2017 by tisner
August 2, 2017 (First Wednesday of every month)
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Drop in for a game of chess at the library on the first Wednesday of each month. Chess sets are available for play and rule sheets are provided.
Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd. Downtown
407-835-7323
Event Website
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July 31st, 2017 by tisner
Most of us have seen the television show by the name of Hoarders. The reality of the lives these people struggle with is terrifying. Have you ever given any thought to the fact that perhaps you are a hoarder yourself? Maybe even just on a smaller scale? There are a few items that even normal people tend to hoard. Below is a list of a few items that you might be hoarding in your home and how to stop doing it.
- In this day and time most of us have all of our photos either saved to our social media pages or saved on our cell phones. However, some of us have boxes of photos from the past that we keep just in case we want to look at them some day. There is nothing wrong with having some photos in a box to look at but if the boxes of photos are overtaking your closet space there might be a problem. The best way to stop this hoarding problem is to go through the pictures you have stored in boxes a little a time and pick out those you simply cannot live without. Once you do this, use these photos to make a small scrapbook that can easily be stored in a bookshelf that is easily accessible to anyone whenever they want to take a trip down memory lane with photos.
- Another typical thing that many folks tend to hoard is magazines. If you have a subscription to a magazine then you are getting these delivered in your mailbox once a month. If you have more than one subscription it won’t take long before these magazines can begin to overtake your house. The best way to stop hoarding magazines is to throw them out as soon as you look through them. There is no reason to keep holding on to magazines once the month has passed because no one wants to look at old outdated news.
- If you have children then you are likely hoarding some of their artwork somewhere in your home. If you have more than one child you probably have a lot of it. The best way to stop this kind of hoarding is to go through the art work and pick out your favorites. Put your favorites into a small container that can easily be stored and looked at anytime you feel like it. No need for hundreds of art projects lying all over the house.
These are just a few tips for you to get rid of items you might be hoarding in your home. There are many others you may need to work on as well.
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July 28th, 2017 by tisner
According to Bankrate’s latest Financial Security Index Poll, Americans who have money to set aside for the next 10 years would rather invest in real estate than any other type of investment.
Bankrate asked Americans to answer the following question:
“What is the best way to invest money you wouldn’t need for 10 years or more?”
Real Estate came in as the top choice with 28% of all respondents (3% higher than last year), while cash investments – such as savings accounts and CD’s – came in second with 23% (the same as last year). The chart below shows the full results:
The article points out several reasons for these results:
“After bottoming out at the end of 2011 following the worst housing collapse in generations, home prices have gone gangbusters recently, climbing back above their record pre-crisis levels. Prices jumped 6.6 percent during the 12 months that ended in May, according to CoreLogic.
Toss in persistently low interest rates, tax goodies that come with owning a mortgage, and the psychological payoff from planting your roots, and maybe it’s no wonder real estate remains popular.”
The article also revealed that:
“Bankrate’s Financial Security Index — based on survey questions about how people feel about their debt, savings, net worth, job security and overall financial situation — has hit its third-highest level since the poll’s inception in December 2010.”
Bottom Line
We have often written about the financial and non-financial reasons homeownership makes sense. It is nice to see that Americans still believe in homeownership as the best investment.
BY: KCM Crew
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July 26th, 2017 by tisner
Buying or selling a home is scary, happy, sad, exciting and the list goes on. The emotions we all go through can be from one end of the spectrum to the other. Homes tend to be our castles, our places to get away from the rest of the world, to just be us with no questions asked and nothing expected. For this reason buying or selling your home is a pretty big deal. Perhaps one of the biggest you may be involved with in your lifetime. Let’s take a look at a bit of home buying/selling psychology to see what all might be involved and how to get through it all.
- Sometimes people get their mind set on that particular house, without giving much thought as to just how many hours they may have to work to keep it. Think about your priorities when you are planning to buy a new home, then figure out which is more important to you….the house being exactly as you have planned in your mind or the amount of quality time you will be able to spend there with your family.
- If you want to purchase a large home, you may have to come up with a pretty big down payment. Think about whether or not you will have enough cash left over to decorate your place to fit your vision. Perhaps buying a smaller home with a smaller down payment might work better for you desire a larger decorating budget.
- When selling your place, consider if you really want to give up all the wonderful things you have done while there. For instance if you have built a nice grill area in the backyard or a water feature or even put in a pool, spend some time thinking about if you really want to leave all of that behind.
- Keep in mind that your children may have become quite fond of their home and may or may not be so easy to uproot from the place they have known all their life. Is it worth it to move out from under the roof that sheltered precious memories?
There are many different emotions that you may experience whether you plan to sell your home or buy another one. Now that you have become more aware of a few of them you may be better able to cope with what may come your way.
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July 24th, 2017 by tisner
When: Sat., July 29, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sun., July 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Phone: 941-756-9956
Email: sandyclawscf@gmail.com
Price: $6
Event Website
The most judgmental house pet gets a taste of its own medicine. Cats are judged in 12 rings over the course of two days. Featuring more than 25 breeds of cats, vendors, raffles, food and more.
Show Hours
Saturday & Sunday Hours
9 AM – 4 PM EST
Admission Prices
*Credit Cards & Cash Accepted at the Door or PRE-PAY
Seniors over 65: $5
Adults: $6
Children, 5-12: $3
Children under 5: FREE
Show Details
July 29-30, 2017
Park Inn by Radisson Resort & Conference Center Orlando
3011 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34747
- TICA All breed Championship (The International Cat Association) where you will see all Breeds of cats, short hair, long hair, short legs, hairless, curly hair and straight hair, leopard lookalikes, tiger look alikes, may be attending the show as well as a Household Pet Category.
- FREE TICA Visitor’s Guide and TICA Coloring Books for the kids.
- Cats will compete in 12 different rings, both days.
- Judges from all around the country & Canada will judge cats both days.
- Feline Education and Welfare, learn about different breeds of cats and how to care for them.
- Bring the family, fun for all ages, grandma and grandpa. Meet 25+ all breeds of cats.
- Vendors will have cat trees, cat bed, toys, unique gifts, and much more cat related items for sale.
- Cats and kittens available for adoption.
- Beautiful raffle table
- Food available
- Free Parking
Buy Tickets Here
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July 21st, 2017 by tisner
Some Highlights:
- According to NAR’s Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the share of recent homebuyers who were single at the time of purchase held steady at 24% last year.
- The percentage of first-time buyers who were single females rose to 17% (up from 16%), as the share of single men dropped from 11% to 8%.
- The primary reason for buying a home amongst singles was the desire to own a home of their own (38% for women and 37% for men).
By: KCM Crew
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July 20th, 2017 by tisner
We have all heard of the man cave and many of us have them in our homes. Did you know that there is something called the she shed that is starting to take over the popularity of the man cave? That’s right! Women now have their own special place they can go to get some alone time and it is called the she shed! Below is a little bit of information about this new phenomenon.
- She sheds came about as a shed that was used for gardening but in the last decade they have quickly become nice outbuildings decorated in tasteful feminine décor that are used by women to get away from it all! How exciting is that?!
- She sheds can be used for whatever you want to use them for. For example if you like to read, create a she shed filled with books and comfy furniture. If you like sewing and crafts make a she shed centered around that. The world is your oyster when it comes to what kind of she shed you can create.
- She sheds can be created on a budget scaled to fit your vision. They do not have to break the bank and they have endless potential. Again, you can make what you want out of your she shed.
- If you want to build your own she shed there are plenty of DIY helps online to help you get the job done . There are even she shed starter kits at local, well known hardware stores.
- She sheds can even be used as beauty salons if you have a license and you want to have a shop at your home. All you would need to do to make this a reality is to add the necessary plumbing to a she shed. You can make them quite beautiful if you have the time and money that is required to do so.
- As far as the “look” of a she shed, you can do it up or make it blend in. Decorative lighting, artsy paint schemes, big windows, there are no limits. Plan your she shed to be whatever suits your fancy.
Now that you know there is such a thing as a she shed, it’s likely you will want to go online to find out more. All you need to do is Google she shed and you will be well on your way to finding out about all there is to know in the world of the she shed!
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You deserve professional real estate service! You obtain the best results with Teri Isner plus you benefit from her marketing skills, experience and ability to network with other REALTORS®. Your job gets done pleasantly and efficiently. You are able to make important decisions easily with fast, accurate information from Teri. The Orlando Avenue Top Team handles the details and follow-up that are important to the success of your transaction.
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July 17th, 2017 by tisner
When: Sat., July 22, 8 p.m. and Sun., July 23, 7 p.m.
Price: $20-$75
Where: Dr. Phillips Center
445 S Magnolia Ave.
Orlando
Directions
The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.
It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!
Know Before You Go
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July 14th, 2017 by tisner
Some Highlights:
- Interest rates are still below historic numbers.
- 88% of property managers raised their rent in the last 12 months!
- The credit score requirements for mortgage approval continue to fall.
By: KCM Crew
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You deserve professional real estate service! You obtain the best results with Teri Isner plus you benefit from her marketing skills, experience and ability to network with other REALTORS®. Your job gets done pleasantly and efficiently. You are able to make important decisions easily with fast, accurate information from Teri. The Orlando Avenue Top Team handles the details and follow-up that are important to the success of your transaction.
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July 12th, 2017 by tisner
Getting married to the love of your life is an exciting time no matter where the location. If you and your soon to be spouse are looking for a nice place to become one, consider all of the benefits of a backyard wedding. Below is a list of the many reasons why sharing your nuptials behind your home or your parents place may be a good idea.
- The number one reason you might want to consider wedding your soul mate in the backyard is because you can save a ton of money. No need to book a church or a venue because you will just need to step outside into whatever type of wedding oasis you choose to create. You can get as elaborate as you want or keep it scaled down to save even more.
- Choosing the date of your special day can sometimes be an issue if you are looking to book a certain venue. During the summer months it can sometimes be difficult to find a place in which to wed because others have already booked them in advance. If you are one that waits until the last minute to get things done, holding your ceremony on the lawn is a perfect answer!
- Decorating your outdoor wedding will be a snap because you won’t have to abide by anyone’s rules and regulations, only yours and/ or your parents. Let your creative juices flow as you turn the outdoors into all you have ever dreamed of.
- The reception will be easy to set up with a few tables and chairs. You can have everything catered if you choose or if you would rather keep it simple, the kitchen will be close by so that you can have someone cook and deliver it right to the tables. Easy enough!
- Your friends and family can be super involved in your celebration of marriage if you decide to go this route as well. Perhaps you have some young kids in the family that would like to be ushers or help to serve the meal after the service.
- Committing your lives to one another is a sacred thing. Doing so either in your parent’s backyard or your own is a great way to hold those memories very close.
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You deserve professional real estate service! You obtain the best results with Teri Isner plus you benefit from her marketing skills, experience and ability to network with other REALTORS®. Your job gets done pleasantly and efficiently. You are able to make important decisions easily with fast, accurate information from Teri. The Orlando Avenue Top Team handles the details and follow-up that are important to the success of your transaction.
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