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“Summer
afternoon— summer afternoon; to me those have always been
the two most beautiful words in the English language.”
-Henry James, American-born author, (1843-1916)
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Brighten
up your yard, garden or deck with some of the latest trends in
container gardens.
• Purchase several of one type of plant with several small
blooming flowers on one plant, such as calibrachoa or osteospermum.
Pot them closely in one container and provide adequate nutrition
and you’ll be rewarded with bunches of abundant, gorgeous
flowers!
• Try purchasing one large plant for each container, such
as agave, aloe or even perennial grasses like panicum.
• Contrasting, exotic colors are very stylish right now.
For instance, try mixing burgundy and citrus-colored plants, like
yellow or lime green. Or, try burgundy and silver-leaved plants,
like dusty miller and varieties of lavender.
For containers, the more dramatic your statement, the better!
(Source: USA Weekend, “Cool container gardens” by
Fran Sorin, July 14-16, 2006.)
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| Volume 3,
Number 08
August, 2006 |
| Welcome
to the August, 2006 issue of “At Home with HouseHunt,”
HouseHunt’s monthly consumer newsletter. It’s August
and the long, hot days of summer are in full swing. In this month’s
issue, look for several techniques on how you can keep your home
cool for the summer….and cut down on energy costs at the
same time! For some, owning pets is an essential part of being
a homeowner, so this month we offer some suggestions on how to
get along with pets or with neighbors who own pets. We also provide
information on how to prevent potentially dangerous mold from
developing in your home, how to protect your home while you’re
away on summer vacation, and how to make the most out of living
in a smaller living space. Finally, many people take advantage
of investing in real estate, so look to take advantage of the
tips we provide on how to make the smartest investments possible
with your money.
The HouseHunt Team-
information
you need for all your real estate needs |
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Seasonal
Suggestion
Late summer is often the hottest part of the season, and the time
when Americans are cranking up their air conditioners, often causing
power shortages. A staggering 1/6 of electricity generated in
the United States goes to power air conditioners! There are several
ways you can keep cool and stay energy efficient during these
sweltering weeks. more>>
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Creating a Pet-friendly HOA
A common problem between homeowners' associations
(HOAs) and homeowners are pets. A recent Realty Times article
offers tips on keeping this issue from driving everyone barking
mad! more>>
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Prevent Mold in Your Home
Mold in the home can serious consequences, ranging from damage
to illness. We'll give you tips on preventing mold and dealing
with it if it does occur. more>>
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Secure
Your Home - for a Week, a Month or More!
If you have yet to take your vacation this
year, take these tips to heart to keep your home safe and secure
while you're away! more>>
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Living Large in a Small Space
You may feel limited in design or decorating
options if you live in a smaller space, like an urban home or
an apartment. However, there are plenty of ways you can live big
with a little creativity! more>>
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Smart Real Estate Investing
With the recent boom in real estate, it seems
like everyone invests in the industry nowadays. With the cooling
market, however, many investors are worrying about the safety
of their choice. Never fear - you can still make money in real
estate, if you know how. more>>
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