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From the washer and dryer to the detergents used to keep your clothes clean, there are many elements involved in your laundry experience. With all of the money families spend annually on clothing,... Read Full Story
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Considering Selling? Thinking About Buying? Read This!
By: Karen Mc Linden, May 30, 2013Considering Selling? Thinking About Buying? Read This! Century 21 released the results of their Spring Selling Survey. They are excited to report that the survey results have reached millions of viewers, readers and listeners around the globe. They conducted this... Read Full Blog Post
For Sale by Owner Myths
By: Karen Mc Linden, May 28, 2013The founder of forsalebyowner.com, Colby Sambrotto, sold his New York City home last year. After trying to sell it on his own for 6 months he hired a Broker to sell it and paid a 6% commission. There are many myths that sites like this tell sellers. Here are... Read Full Blog Post
Renters Take Note:
By: Karen Mc Linden, May 24, 2013Renters on the fence about owning a home here are a few facts to help you decide. The vacancy rates of apartments are declining and rents are rising. The National Association of Realtors most recent “Commercial Real Estate... Read Full Blog Post
Hiring a Contractor? Read This First!
By: Karen Mc Linden, May 22, 2013How many times have you heard the horror stories of “Contractor Jobs Gone Bad” it would probably make a great show! I know that it’s an expensive lesson to learn so I’m here to save you! First, get recommendations! Start with family and friends... Read Full Blog Post
How to Make a Small Room Look Bigger
By: Karen Mc Linden, May 18, 2013Whether you are selling or just want to make the most of your space here are a few tips to make a small room look and feel bigger and more inviting. Try to let in natural light as much as possible. Open blinds and remove any heavy curtains. ... Read Full Blog Post
Home & Garden
On Computers: Programming trick opens your system to virus attacks
By: Wicked Local Staff, June 17, 2013Computer and tablet users often wonder how they pick up viruses by simply surfing the Web, especially in this era of Facebook and Twitter social media. Symantec, the anti-virus folks, has documented the problem and found the majority of website security... Read Full Blog Post
Home Help: Design trends include reclaimed wood, neutral floors
By: Wicked Local Staff, June 17, 2013Tip of the Week It's the season of sunshine and enjoying the great outdoors. Celebrate it with a style makeover for your home by tapping lively decorating trends and home decor ideas that will refresh and brighten your living space. Top style trends... Read Full Blog Post
David Robson: Keep it dry to control these ‘bugs’
By: Wicked Local Staff, June 15, 2013Garden creatures fall into several categories: the truly “I’ve-got-to-get-rid-of-them-before-they-eat-everything,” to the “Why-are-these-so-annoying?” to “Is-this-really-a-bug?” to... Read Full Blog Post
Green Space: How to deal with peony mildew and tomato blight
By: Wicked Local Staff, June 14, 2013When I receive emails from readers that start with “Yikes,” well, you’ve got to figure something’s up. That’s now playing in my mailbox. Gardeners are finding a white, powdery substance growing on their plants, especially... Read Full Blog Post
Looking Up: Shortest night full of much delight
By: Wicked Local Staff, June 14, 2013In June, the nights are the shortest of the year, and we have to wait till about 10 p.m. for the stars to shine their brightest. On the other hand, of course, the days are at their longest! We see our closest and dearest star, the sun, for the... Read Full Blog Post
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Money & Investment
Following Warren Buffet’s Lead in Energy Deregulation
By: Wicked Local Staff, May 20, 2013(NewsUSA) – According to recent reports, Warren Buffet has identified energy deregulation as the next big financial opportunity to reverberate around the country. Similarly, former GE Chairman Jack Welch described deregulation as “the next biggest thing since the... Read Full Blog Post
MLB’s New Era: A Pitchers’ Paradise — Say goodbye to steroids and sluggers
By: Wicked Local Staff, April 24, 2013(NewsUSA) – The late ’80s group Soul to Soul had a joint where lead singer Caron Wheeler’s powerful first line was: “Back to life. Back to reality.” Well that’s the tune baseball is pumping through its speakers as it transitions from the... Read Full Blog Post
Gauging Internet Marketing Efforts and Results
By: Wicked Local Staff, April 22, 2013(NewsUSA) – It’s tempting to slack off on certain business ventures as the weather heats up, but we all know businesses don’t get the luxury of a summer break. In fact, when it comes to Internet marketing, most businesses can rarely afford to take a break... Read Full Blog Post
Fabric Care Tips From Costume Designer Janie Bryant
By: Wicked Local Staff, April 18, 2013(NewsUSA) – There’s something to be said for the media gurus who immerse themselves in the whole industry. Multi-media mogul Armstrong Williams began as a South Carolina high schooler with an aptitude for public speaking and wound up hosting a daily radio show and... Read Full Blog Post
Armstrong Williams: Giving Back to the Industry He Loves
By: Wicked Local Staff, April 18, 2013(NewsUSA) – There’s something to be said for the media gurus who immerse themselves in the whole industry. Multi-media mogul Armstrong Williams began as a South Carolina high schooler with an aptitude for public speaking and wound up hosting a daily radio show and... Read Full Blog Post
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