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Corian vs. Granite- The Big Debate for your New Kitchen Remodel 2008-02-09 14:06:29 We often struggle with the decision of what to remodel or fix up before we sell a house. If you are interested in or planning to put your home on the market for sale, you may want to give serious consideration to making some improvements to your home. First, decide if you have the proper knowledge or do the work yourself. The bottom line is that you can make some fairly easy and not too costly improvements to your home that can result in a significant increase in value of your residence itself.One part of your home that you may want to consider remodeling on is your kitchen. When all is said and done, people tend to spend a great deal of time in their kitchens. Thus, for a prospective home buyer, the kitchen and the way it looks and feels is a very important consideration when buying a home. If you decide to replace anything in the kitchen before putting your home on the market, start with the counter tops. Here is a comparison of two popular counter top choices and often a big debate ...

Stay Safe during a Storm with these Helpful Tips 2008-02-07 20:24:21 With the many thunderstorms our Nation has been battling lately, I thought it worth while to add a few tips on what to do when a severe storm strikes without warning! Be safe and always use causion.Thunderstorms And LightningLightning kills about 40 Americans a year, and can strike 10 miles from the rain area. If you can hear thunder or see lightning, you are already at risk. During an electrical storm you should:-Get inside a home, large building, or automobile (with the windows rolled up).-Stay away from open doors and windows, plumbing, fireplaces, and all metal objects.-Don't use plug-in electrical equipment like hair dryers, tooth brushes, or electric razors.-Don't take a bath or shower.-Do not use the telephone, except in the case of an emergency.If you are caught outside: ...

Looking for a lakehouse close to Indianapolis? 2008-02-07 09:10:47 In 1999, my family and I decided to buy a lakehouse.  We wanted to be at a location that was less than a 2 hour drive (from our home in Carmel), had clean water, and was affordably priced.  After checking out all the lakes and reservoirs within that radius, we bought at Heritage Lake in Putnam County Indiana.  Heritage Lake is a private lake, located 7 miles west of Danville (just past the Hendricks County line).  From Carmel, is it roughly a one hour drive.  It isn't as crowded as many public lakes, because only property owners can put a boat on the water.   There is a full-time security guard that patrols the lake to make sure compliance is followed.  The lake also offers water that doesn't have rising ecoli or other bacteria.  Skiing and wave runners are allowed from sunup to sundown.  Fishing is also great!  There are a lot of bass and catfish in the lake.  If you have considered buying a lakehouse near Indy, give m ...

Need new flooring? 2008-02-07 09:04:02 If you live in Indianapolis or the surrounding area, give Realty Wholesale Flooring a call at  879-8474, and ask for Mel.  From carpet, hardwood, laminate or vinyl, they sell and install them all.  The company is  family owned, and specialize in great service and fair prices.  Not sure what type of flooring you need?  Visit their showroom, located just off 86th and Michigan.  These are great guys to do business with.  Tell them Beverly sent you! ...

6 Easy Ways to Save Energy 2008-02-07 09:01:53 Don’t let your home’s gas and electricity needs put you in the poorhouse. There are simple ways to save energy, money and the environment. We’re now in the middle of winter and many homeowners are feeling the sting of high energy bills. What can you do to ease the strain on your wallet? A recent Parade article describes six ways your family can save energy this winter. Buy new light bulbs. Replacing traditional incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs saves money and brightens your rooms. “This really is a no-brainer,” says Danny Lipford, host of the show “Today’s Homeowner.” “Fluorescent bulbs use 75 percent less electricity than incandescents and can last up to 10 times longer.” These bulbs used to only be available in spiral shapes, but now come in more aesthetically pleasing versions. Program your way to warmth. If your family is like most families, your energy needs will vary throughout the ...

Tips for selling in the Spring market 2008-02-07 08:44:03 If you are planning on selling in the Spring, there are certain things you can do to make your house more marketable.  If you want to get the highest price possible in central Indiana, here are a few tips. DECLUTTER - One of the main reasons buyers move is to get more space.  To make your house appear as large as possible, remove clutter.  Not sure what to remove?  Remember that your room needs to have countertops with only 1 or 2 items, kitchen appliances packed away (so they don't line the countertop) and furniture thinned out.  If you need help, feel free to give us a call!  We have been staging homes for over 10 years.  Often it's just small alterations that can make a big difference. CURB APPEAL - When you drive up to your house, what do you see?  A front door that need painting?  Flower beds overgrown with weeds?  Remember the old addage:  you never get a second chance to make a first impression.  Make a grea ...

View the Primary Residences of our 2008 Presidential Candidates 2008-02-06 15:46:19 Have you recently been wondering how our hopeful candidates' really live when they're not on the campaign trail?  With multiple multimillionaires in the presidential race, the top candidates' homes are rather ritzy indeed. Both Republicans and Democrats aren't exactly slumming here. Let us know which candidate you think has the nicest place!                                                                        Hillary Clintons 5 bedroom, 5,200 square ft. Dutch Colonial sits on 1.1 acres in Chappaqua and reportedly sold for 1.2 million in 1999. Not bad for the Clinton empty nester.    Republican hopeful John McCain ...

Charming Ranch for sale in Westfield, IN 2008-02-01 11:29:26 This charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch currently offered at $128,900, is like new! Take advantage of the value price in this popular neighborhood. Many updates have been made in 2007 including new carpet and fresh, neutral paint. This floor plan features a bright eat-in kitchen w/ ample counter space which opens to a generous great room featuring a cozy gas log fireplace for those cold winter nights. You’ll also find a space saving, built-in media niche for watching television. Unwind in the master bath featuring a luxurious jet tub, while the master suite includes walk-in closets. The established neighborhood of countryside offers over 100 acres of parks, 7 miles of paved walking/jogging trails, 3 swimming pools, tennis, courts, clubhouse, playground and neighborhood elementary school. This is the perfect house to have it all! For more information and photos of this property, please visit our website at www.indyhousefinder.com .     The Fast Sinclair Team prov ...

Personalized Gift Ideas for Valentine's Day! 2008-02-01 11:08:15 Give your Valentine a gift that will be remembered for years. Go for something different that says "I love you" like nothing else! Here are some fun ideas for Unique and Personalized Valentine Day Gifts. My favorite this year is personalized chocolate M&M's! They are so fun and creative. You can customize and write a personal message, pick your own colors and choose custom packaging. It's a playful way to say I love you this Valentine's day! Here is the link to order these special M&M's.  http://www.mms.com/us/store/index.jsp You can also go to Walgreens or CVS drugstores and create personalized gifts from your photographs! This is very cool considering you can use you and your loved ones as the photo. Just choose which product you want the photo placed on, like a mug, mouse pad, calendar, poster, photo books, clings, even pillow cases! Visit the link here for more information on how to order and your selections! http://photo.walgreens.com/storeSome other fun ...

The Model Home of the Week! 2008-02-01 09:58:59  Our model of the week:  Beazer Homes at The Courtyards at Lochaven.  Open and spacious floor plans are packed with flair and pizzaz!   Main floor and second level MBR's, dramatic architecture and upscale amenities are just the start!  Alley-loaded garages, all the community perc's buyers love, including a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, playground...and coming soon, The Dr. James A. Dillon Park - a 77 acre city park featuring a boardwalk, walking trails, picnic shelters, 3 sports fields, disc golf, playground, spray park and more.    Call Ray Graham, the new home counselor at  773-4901 for more information!   Stunning kitchen with upgraded cabinets, island, hardwood floors & granite countertops!              Stunning MBR with raised ceilings, oversized bay windows, and more!       ...

Tips for painting your homes interior 2008-01-31 14:12:03 Are you struggling to find the right paint color for the inside of your home? Not sure where to start the painting process? Here are some tips that may help you get started.Start with a color wheel. This neat little tool can help you select the desired mood for each room you paint. For a calm and relaxed feel, use related colors. These are the colors that are next to each other, or blend well together on the color wheel. For example ...

Who will win the 2008 super bowl? Take our Survey! 2008-01-31 10:40:45 Vote now for who will take the title of World Champion's in the NFL! Will it be Tom Brady's undefeated New England Patriots or the Eli Manning's own New York Giants? Even if these teams are not your favorite, the super bowl is still the most watched sporting event out there. Everyone must pick a winner, so let us know who you think it will be in 2008! Your opinions do matter! WIll you vote for the team that has the best stats or go for the underdogs of the show?Although I think the commercials are the best thing about the Super Bowl sometimes, I personally am rooting for the Giants all the way. Many of you understand what I mean  if you live in Indianapolis, IN. This is Colts territory here, they're still the World Champs! Of course we are hoping that Eli Manning will pull this game off, it's Peyton's little bro! GO GIANTS! What do those SUPER BOWL fans like to eat on Game day? Share your great Super Bowl recipies with us today! Here's to an exciting game this Sunday ...

What's the story behind this picture? 2008-01-31 10:31:33  Does anyone know the story behind this picture?  Why doesn't Obama have his hand over his heart?  ...

Snow Removal 2008-01-31 10:28:32 Looks like we're slated for a lot of snow tonight (Thursday).  If anyone wants someone who can shovel snow, call Kevin Adams m: 714-4171  or Dave Olson  m: 417-0982.  An average sized driveway should be about $40.  Kevin will also shovel a path to the door for $5 extra.  Give them a call! ...

Luxury Townhomes in Downtown Indianapolis 2008-01-29 15:59:14 Indianapolis is revamping it's downtown appeal. It is now easier to find luxury living in the city with a posh, urban setting than once before thanks to new townhome construction downtown. The De Soto offers sophisticated urban living in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. You can enjoy unique rooftop gardens, Italianate architecture and lush landscaping. These townhomes project a unique curb appeal and intersting architecture that pulls many types of buyers in. The De Soto is located in the historic Lockerbie neighborhood, which is worth driving through to see the special charm and beauty the city has to offer.  Although there seems to be numerous new construction options to choose from, in my opinion, Kosene and Kosene's De Soto and Packard offers upscale amenities above other condos. There are over 18 different floor plans to choose from and ranging between 1,900-2,800 square feet. They offer quality construction, open concept interiors with high end finishes, ...