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THE HOME ADVISOR
March 2009
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Courtesy of:
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Jo Alonso
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J.P. Weigand & Sons
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REALTOR
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327 E. Madison
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Derby, KS 67037
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Bus: 316 788-5581
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Cell: 316 518-8510
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Fax: 316 788-8928
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Email: josalonso@cox.net
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INFORMATION HOTLINE
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www.bankrate.com
Current Mortgage Rates;
Interactive Calculators on Several Topics.
561-630-2400
www.cottageliving.com
Cottage Living comfort,
simplicity, style.
800-297-1630
www.wallcoverings.org
Wallcoverings Association
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Timesavers
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Keep throw rugs in place the fast, easy way. Stick pieces of Velcro© to the floor and the bottoms of the rug to hold it snugly in place.
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Shop Smart
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Buy used
For items such as books, CDs and furniture, buy online at discount and auction sites. Take advantage of free shipping offers
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I hope you enjoyed The Home Advisor.
Enjoy this free newsletter and share it with your family and friends. Consider me your neighborhood real estate expert —and avoid hidden shipping and handling costs. Consider using your public library for books, CDs and DVDs, It's FREE and easy! Sell items your have purchased when you are done with them. Lower your costs by checking store prices and specials, and online by downloading coupons.
Please email me at josalonso@cox.net for any questions about real estate. Thank you.
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Your Home Project
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Home renovations that pay off
When you think about home renovations, start with smart capital investments. Fixing what you have can be more important than making improvements. These include:
(a) Roof replacement
(b) New energy-efficient heating and cooling systems
(c) Updated plumbing and electrical systems
Top 10 Renovations that Pay Off
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Rank
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Project
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Cost Recouped
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Minor kitchen remodel
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92.9%
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Siding replacement
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92.8%
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Bathroom remodel/mid-range
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90%
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4
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Deck addition
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86%
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5
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Bathroom addition
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80-85%
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Window replacement
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85%
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Attic bedroom
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83%
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Roofing replacement
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80%
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Major kitchen remodel
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80%
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Master suite remodel
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79%
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Call me for more ideas to enhance your home's value.
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Cost Buster Tip
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Appliance energy savings! Cut back on the use of your clothes dryer. It is a major energy drain, and it can quickly suck heated air our of your home in the winter. Hang clothes on a clothes rack; dry and use the dryer for towels and other heavy items. Or use the winkle-release cycle for partially dry items.
Use your microwave instead of your oven whenever possible and save up to 50% in energy costs for cooking. These tips could save you up to $100 per year on electricity bills.
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Home Reminder
Test your electric outlets:
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Once a month test all ground-fault-circuit-interrupter (GFCI) outlets. If they fail to trip and reset, have a qualified electrician make the repairs. These outlets are required around wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchen to offer protection against shock.
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Courtesy of your neighborhood real estate professional.
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