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* Honesty Is the Best Policy in Mortgage Applications
* How to Sell Your Home Quicker in a Stalled Market
* Handling Your Neighborhood’s Blemish
* Monthly Survey
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“A man is not where he lives, but where he loves.” 

-Latin Proverb

Tip of the Month

Updating your bathroom does not need to be as costly as you think. While a major renovation could cost thousands of dollars, there are many simple things you could do that can cost a few hundred dollars, or less!

If your bathroom is looking dingy or dated, try purchasing new showerheads, faucets and cabinet hardware. This can cost less than $150. Re-laminating countertops and cabinets is also relatively inexpensive and can save you quite a tidy sum. A gallon of paint ($20 or less) and fancier (but not high-priced) light fixtures can also breathe new life into the room. Choose neutral colors for permanent fixtures and add color by buying accessories, such as new towels, shower curtains, rugs or window treatments.

These can be great things to do for someone looking for an easy winter DIY project, or for homeowners looking to spruce up their home for sale on a budget.

Source: Home Decorating for Dummies, 2nd Edition by Katharine Kaye McMillan and Patricia Hart McMillan, Wiley Publishing, Inc., 2003.

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Seasonal Suggestion

Whether single or attached, be sure to enjoy Valentine’s Day this year with this delicious, chocolaty recipe. Share it with your sweetheart or with your friends, but above all, share the love!

Truffle Brownies

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate pieces (9 ounces)
2/3 cup butter
1/3 cup strong brewed coffee
3 eggs
1-3/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
Sifted powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

1. Grease and flour a 13x9x2-inch baking pan; set aside. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

2. In the top of a double boiler, over simmering water, melt chocolate pieces and butter. Stir in coffee until well combined. Cool to room temperature. 

3. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs with electric mixer until foamy. Add the granulated sugar and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Reduce speed; beat in chocolate mixture. Stir in flour. Spread in the prepared pan. 

4. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if you like. Makes 36 brownies. 

Source: Midwest Living on BHG.com.


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