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JULY 2008 ARTICLE:
LANDSCAPE
YOUR PARADISE - How
to Select a Landscape Designer!
Both the front and back yards of
your house offer a buffer between
your home and the outside world. Often, especially in the case of backyards, they may be manipulated into a sanctuary, giving
you a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors at home. Many weekend warriors find outdoor projects fun and rewarding challenges for their spring through fall months. However, sometimes an idea may be too grand or a space too oddly shaped for
you to visualize how to put it all together. This is where a landscape designer,
the "exterior decorators," may be needed. They can help in a wide range of outdoor projects whether it be redesigning a whole yard or helping incorporate one feature into your greater
masterpiece. Read this article to better prepare yourself for hiring
the best landscape designer to help you sculpt your outdoor
paradise!
GREEN Tips!
A
GREATER GREEN THUMB: Make your garden environmentally green!
We hear so much about "going
green" in the news today that we sometimes forget that
one of the best ways to be environmentally friendly is through a
green thumb! Whether through careful design of a major
landscape renovation or small changes to a few habits, making your
garden green can be as simple or complex as you want. In
fact, don't expect to make major changes in how you care for your
yard overnight. Instead, consider some ideas you can
implement now and then slowly add to them. As you begin to
implement new gardening techniques you will also discover that
making your landscape environmentally friendly is not just about
saving mother nature - it can also save you money!
LANDLORD
TIPS:
HOW
TO BE A GOOD LANDLORD: A Few Tips of the Trade!
Perhaps you inherited property or purchased property as a new investment
and are now contemplating becoming a landlord. If you decide
to rent an extra piece of property, you should know some ground rules.
In this months article, we will discuss some of the basics that every landlord should
know, such as your
responsibilities as a landlord,
how to advertise your property, how to avoid legal pitfalls, and how to
evict a tenant if the relationship deteriorates. Hopefully, this
article will help you start with a little more
direction and know-how!
FEATURED HOUSE &
HOME TIPS:
Myths and Realities about Real Estate Appraisals and Appraisers!
Discover the truth behind the myth as you gain a
better understanding of appraisers and real estate appraisals.
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