What is Earnest Money anyway? When a first time home buyer first hears the term “earnest money deposit,” the words alone pretty much explain the general concept. But I make sure to clarify the details before we begin to put together our offer. The purpose of the earnest money deposit is to assure the seller that…
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Last week’s “Moneywatch” article on CBSNews.com grabbed my attention. It promised to reveal a single “must do” tip for first-time homebuyers. The main point covered familiar ground—but within the supporting information were some facts that could nudge some renters in the Chippewa Vallety into becoming first-time home buyers! Although the headlined “Don’t Buy a Home Without Doing…
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Eau Claire Real Estate: Scoping a Clearer Picture for 2018 It’s irresistible: peering into the new year, trying to guess what the Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls real estate landscape will look like in the coming 365 days. At the close of an outstanding 2017, although it’s always a little foolish to assume too much about…
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The State of Mind Called “Christmas” This holiday season finds the Chippewa Valley streets and stores buzzing with as much activity as has been seen for some time…which brings us to a particularly upbeat year’s end! The hustle and bustle that’s led up to this week may have kept most of Chippewa Valley’s parents, grandparents and…
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DIY Holiday Decor The outdoors are my FAVORITE place to find inspiration for Holiday Decor! I tend to look for things I can create on a budget. Below are a few examples of fun, simple projects you can do in minutes! These were as simple as cutting a few pine branches from my yard, and using…
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**This page contains sponsored links to Amazon** Barn Ladder to Loft [FinalTilesGallery id=”4″] To start, I had MANY ideas for a loft ladder for the last 2.5 years. Originally, I wanted a sliding ladder to span the room. Given the head room was a bit low on the left side of the room, my choices were…
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BOHEMIAN <3 An eclectic, urban style with a laid back comfy feel. AKA…my favorite! Bohemian style lends itself to soft, warm linens, mis-matched patterns & styles with vintage flair. Pictures below and on my Pinterest board, found here are all great examples of the boho trend and I have created a free download on boho design, just for you! The booklet is yours to print, and use as needed! It has tips on…
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*Page contains sponsored links to Amazon products* Farmhouse Dining Table Transformed While moving this very heavy, solid wood farmhouse table from one house to the next and storing it, I knew eventually it WOULD be re-used! However, the “farmhouse” look was old, and would not compliment a modern interior. Once I asked myself what it was…
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*This page contains sponsored links from Amazon* DIY Interior Sliding Door Ideas Barn doors, my absolute favorite and SO easy! There are so many ways to use a barn door track, and they save SO much room! I use this one. I’ve used it in 3 different scenarios! I purchased it in stainless steel for my…
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What is a Real Estate Agent, anyway? Hi! As many of you know I am a full-time real estate agent! I. Love. My. Job. I am in my sixth year, and I can confirm that it is nothing I expected. When people think about real estate agents they think “glamour” “fun” “house shopping” ” easy money”….
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