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Pensacola Florida: Mortgage Rates Hit 10-Week High – Rise Above 3%The average rate for a 30-year, fixed-rate rose from last week’s 2.93% to 3.02%… Read More My Home own search! What Is My Homes Value?   How to get a Mortgage and FREE Credit Report   House Facts and News Pensacola Real Estate Q&A? What are Title Insurance, Escrows, and closings explained in simple terms? GET REAL ANSWERS Adopt-a-Pet.com, We raise awareness through the local and now the national Human Societies bring a pet home! Gulf Breeze, Pace and Pensacola Happenings Lettuce Eat?The funniest Thing Repair This Mr. Handy Man?Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter about what’s happening here on the gulf and homes for sale. Thinking of SELLING,  If I sell your home YOU PAY $2995. Flat Fee. If you want your home sold through M... 08/02/2021

Pace Florida: Top 10 Flooring Options: Which Is Right for You?Homeowners today have a seemingly endless array of options when… Read More My Home own search! What Is My Homes Value ?   How to get a Mortgage and FREE Credit Report   House Facts and News Pensacola Real Estate Q&A? What is Title Insurance, Escrows and closings explained in simple terms? GET REAL ANSWERS Adopt-a-Pet.com, We raise awareness through the local and now the national Human Societies bring a pet home! Gulf Breeze, Pace and Pensacola Happenings Lettuce Eat?The funniest Thing Repair This Mr. Handy Man? .Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter what’s happening here on the gulf and homes for sale. Thinking of SELLING,  If I sell your home YOU PAY $2995. Flat Fee. If you want your home sold through MLS add 2.5%. Our average ... 08/02/2021

First, What Makes a Modular Home Modular?A modular home is basically a stick-built home that is built offsite and then transported to the site in modules. When designing a modular home the architect, engineer, or designer takes a standard home design and then based on that design, determines the best way to modularize or break it up into pieces that can be transported. These pieces, or modules, are then individually built in a factory. Because of state highway limitations and the need to gain access to building sites, typical module sizes can vary by region.In the northeast and mid-Atlantic where modular home construction is popular, highways are much older than in the rest of the country. Underpasses are lower and roads and bridges are narrower. This has placed more restrictive size li... 08/02/2021

 3140 Highgate Drive In Fort Mill Under Contract It took just one day, 30 showings, and 10 offers over asking price to put 3140 Highgate Drive in Regent Park in Fort Mill under contract. And if we had not cut off showings on Saturday and called for final offers, there well could have been more offers. Why this excitement about and interest in 3140 Highgate Drive? Not only is this home in picture perfect and move-in ready condition, it's located in one of Charlotte metro area’s most desired areas and neighborhoods. Listed by Nina Hollander with Coldwell Banker the home's asking price was $425,000. 3140 Highgate Drive, a transitional-style home with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a plethora of recent upgrades, offers an easy lifestyle at its best. The bright and airy home has all the rooms a... 08/02/2021

Trivia question answers for Sunday August 1, 20211. Which flower is also known as the "Lent Lily"? The daffodil2. What is banned in public places in Florida after 6 pm on a Thursday? Flatulence3. In Greek mythology, for who did the Cyclops forge thunderbolts? Zeus4. What did the letters in the name of the cable network HBO originally stand for? Home Box OfficeTrivia questions for Monday August 2, 20211. What distant planet circles the sun every 84 years?2. What do golfers call a putt that is short enough to be conceded?3. Which US state is closest to Africa?4. What is a fruit machine?Enjoy your day.  08/02/2021

3 +2 Bedroom Home at 199 Beauchamp Rd, Grafton, ON K0K 1G0 is for sale with Century 21 Realtors, Victoria Carter and Kirk Rickman, also known as Two Move You (Two Realtors MOVE You) in Grafton, Ontario.  Are you looking for a great home with lots of space for everyone?  This home is located on one private acre, at 199 Beauchamp Rd, which is very private, and peaceful. Check out the great deck, pool and cabana!  This home has a finished basement, stainless steel appliances, big and bright rooms, a newer roof (2021), and is one of the cleanest homes that you have ever seen! For your own private viewing, and to secure the GUARANTEE that if you don't LOVE This Home... even up to 2 years after buying it, that Kirk and Victoria, www.TwoMoveYou.com will BUY IT BACK or SELL IT COMMISSION FREE! ... 08/02/2021

Motivational Monday...Add a Touch of Thoughtfulness We’re all busy when we’re out running our errands. Our thoughts are on “getting it done.”  The other morning when I was in the produce section, I was struggling with that little plastic bag they have for fruit and veggies. BC (Before Covid) those of us who are in the crass group used to lick our fingers to get the darn bag open.  So as I was trying to get the bag open for my lemons, the lady next to me said “Here take this one!”  She handed me her open plastic bag with a nice smile.  She said I open these all day long so it’s easy for me!! Turns out she works for a company that shops for others so she had this procedure down pat!!!  She didn’t have to give me her bag...goodness knows she was super busy herself shopping for several clie... 08/02/2021

🧳Vacasa Vacation of the Week - Grand Historic District Bungalow  ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call Brian at 480-773-2370🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian at brian@bke12.com Dog-Friendly Downtown Home w/Enclosed Patio, Gas Grill, Shared W/D, Central AC Explore Phoenix and make the most of your visit to the charming Grand Historic District at this dog and family-friendly home! The enclosed patio is a great place to let your dogs run around and play freely while the family is enjoying a delicious barbecue thanks to the gas grill available.  Upon entering, you and your loved ones will first reach the living room, which is complete with a comfortable sofa right in front of a wall-mounted flatscreen Smart TV. Get ready to stream your favorite shows or movies and ... 08/02/2021

As I look back on the eight decades of my life I have memories of some events that never go away. There are some I cannot forgive, some I wish I could relive, and a few that changed the way we all live - forever. On August 1, 1966 I attended a Viet Nam teach-in at the University of Colorado at Boulder . That same afternoon one of those life altering events occurred 900 miles away in Austin Texas at the University of Texas. Later that evening the nation sat transfixed watching newsreel footage of the random cold blooded murder of 14 students by a lone sniper. Nothing like that ever happened in America like that.  TOWER (2016 directed and produced by Keith Maitland) on Amazon Prime) is a documentary about the unidentified gunman who climbed to the top of the University of Texas tower wher... 08/02/2021

Pictured above is an image that in our opinion illustrates perspective"The Blue Marble is an image of Earth taken on December 7, 1972, by the Apollo 17 crew Harrison Schmitt and Ron Evans from a distance of about 29,000 kilometers from the planet's surface, on its way to the Moon". Wikipedia This week we focused on the huge subject of perspective.  The broader one's perspective is, the easier it is to solve a problem.  By broader, we are referring to inclusive of all perspectives.  People see and interpret things differently. Your ability to shift your point of view and see things their way may just be one of the most important skills to develop when dealing with clients in real estate or any service business.    "The difference between a mountain and a molehill is your perspective." ~ ... 08/02/2021

Pooch Pool Parties, Upper County Outdoor Pool Join us for our Pooch Pool Parties. Dogs will be allowed to swim and frolic at the pool before it is closed and cleaned for the winter. Each dog MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult. Join us August 21 (http://bit.ly/3i5jhzl) + August 22 (http://bit.ly/3x9DjNk) This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.  Flame Lily, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 08/02/2021

“Yes, You Can Build Your Home” After weeks of figuring out next steps for us, we have decided to build and stop searching for home that either don’t work for our needs or folks are bidding crazy money over the asking price. As I shared previously, we own a parcel of land and will build there. I am going to start putting the sub-contractors together and will GC the job myself. I still can’t get over that you have a construction lender that will allow me to build my own home, which is just what I need. Once I have my budget together, will let you know. Make it a great weekend. Julian  These clients will save about 20% of the construction costs, by being their own general contractor. That is a lot of dollars when the plan is the build a 2,500 square foot home. They are fortunate to have fa... 08/02/2021

DISCOUNTED DWMH 1620sf Updated to New - Half Acre Land Move-in NOW SUMMERVILLE 29483   🈚▐►DWMH 1620sf - Half Acre Land Move-in NOW SUMMERVILLE  29483  Mobile Homes - Houses - LandSEE Walk Through Video and Pictures - Set Your Appointment to VisitSEE OUR BUYER VIP On Our Website - Then Call Steve to Visit TodayFREE PROPERTY LIST TEXTED TO YOU WEEKLYAll Properties Have a Detailed Video Walk Through Hosted by our Team Members.★ Visit Our Fine Homes by Confirmed Appointment - We Contact ALL Who Visit Our FREE Preferred Buyer VIP.►Bring Your Broker.  ►Bring Your Approved Financing. ►SEE THIS PROPERTY IN PERSON: ►Call Steve to Visit Today.►OUTSTANDING PROPERTY FEATURES: This Home is Properly Placed on This Half Acre Land in This Family Friendly Neighborhood!Complete with 10 x 20 (200 sf) Fini... 08/02/2021

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Here is the north Texas real estate market update as of  August 2, 2021.New properties for sale 156Back on the market listings 48Price decrease listings 93Price increase 22Active kick out 11Active option contract 231Active contingent 63Pending listings 289Sold listings 130Expired listings 35Cancelled listings 10Withdrawn listings 4Temporary off market listings 27Coming soon listings 52 08/02/2021

Here is the Houston Association of REALTORS® real estate market update as of  August 2, 2021.New properties for sale 163Back on market listings 52Price decrease listings 83Price increase listings 23Option pending listing 170Pending continue to show 33Pending listings 267Listings that have sold 123Coming Soon Listings 29Withdrawn Listings 24Expired Listings 28Terminated Listings 29 08/02/2021

Here is a summer treat that I never get tired of making.  I love making shrimp dishes.  I prefer using fresh caught shrimp.  I don't mind pealing and deveining them as long as they are fresh.  Here is a recipe I put together from a few that I found on the web.  We made it the other night and it is a keeper.  It is a very easy recipe to make and light and tasty. First, start with 2 pounds of shrimp.  You decide if you want it fresh or frozen.  Frozen will be very quick to make.  Make sure they are washed and deveined. Next we make the spicy garlicy paste.  Here are the ingredients. 5 large cloves of garlic 1 teaspoon of coarse kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika 2 tablespoons of olive oil 2 teaspoons of lemon juice 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley 1 t... 08/02/2021

I chose to look at Mondays as Motivational Mondays. Some of us may be thinking that we need an extra cup of coffee or an extra hour of two of sleep. I choose to say, give me an extra shot of motivation and set me on my way. As the year keeps slipping by us, I am focusing one week at a time on creating the best from within me. I hope that you enjoy this brief motivational clip to bring out the best in all of us as well. Each week, a new clip from a different angle, a different philosophy.  08/02/2021

Bernard Lown was born in Utena, Lithuania back in 1921 to Nison and Bela.  The family moved to Maine when he was 14.  He attended Lewiston High School graduating in 1938.  He continued his education at the University of Maine graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 1942.  He earned his M.D. from John Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1945.  He received his cardiology fellowship at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital.  He helped raise international awareness of sudden cardiac death as a leading cause of mortality.  Based on his observation he concluded that sudden cardiac death was reversible and survivable.  Back then the mortality of a heart attack was most likely due to a strict regimen of bed rest which caused a pulmonary embolism accounting for most of the deaths.  He died in 2021... 08/02/2021

Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, Fathom Realty WA LLC, Mason County, Washington's preferred real estate Agent & BrokerHuman beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so. You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty!Mahatma GandhiThank you for reading and commenting on my blog post! This post was researched, authored, and photo by Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, ©2008-2021, all rights reserved. All information is deemed reliable; however it should be independently verified by the reader. Any reproduction of this blog post is prohibited without the prior written permission of the author... 08/02/2021