Real Estate Terms Translated

November 20, 2011

When you’re looking into buying your first home you have to learn the lingo. But there’s no Rosetta Stone for real estate and I found out the hard way that “escrow” isn’t a fancy French appetizer. Luckily, Trulia has come out with a cheat sheet for post-recession real estate terms. I snagged a few of [...]

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Save Money for a Down Payment

November 15, 2011

If you’re saving for a down payment on your first home, you’re probably trying to pinch all your pennies. Most experts say your down payment should be 20%. So, you’re going to need $40,000 if you’re looking at $200,000 homes. Saving isn’t really all that complicated, right? Just stop spending. But who really wants to [...]

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Spice up Your Green Wedding with Herbs

November 9, 2011

Whether your wedding theme is green or not, herbs are a great way to accent the event. They add an aromatic ambiance that’s affordable and adorable. Don’t worry – herbs aren’t restricted to summers and garden wedding. They’re eco-chic enough to stand up to your fanciest evening event. SIGNIFIGANCE OF A SCENT Much like flowers, [...]

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Halloween Party Planning: Part 3

October 28, 2011

During a season when grown men dress like fools ghouls, party food ought to be dressed up as well. Crudités and cold cuts just won’t cut it. If you’re throwing a Halloween party in your new home this week, try a few of these ominous appetizers. Let’s start with the cocktails, ‘cause frankly that’s where [...]

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Halloween Party Planning: Part 2

October 21, 2011

You’ve picked a date and sent out your invitations. Now it’s time to prep your home for Halloween. Forget the corny candy corn, plastic cauldrons and crumbling pumpkins – check out Etsy for your DIY Halloween decorations. (Who says you can’t buy DIY?) . Here are a few items on my wish list. (I’m living [...]

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Halloween Party Planning: Part 1

October 11, 2011

If you want to have a Spooktacular Halloween party, you’re going to have to start planning now.  I know it seems early, but Halloween is a pretty popular party premise, so you need to sink your teeth into some guests soon. Some people suggest sending out invitations 1-2 weeks before a party, but I think [...]

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Should You Have an Open Bar at Your Wedding?

October 4, 2011

My boyfriend calls me a Pusher. I just like to think of myself as a gracious host, always making sure my guests have food on their plate and a bevvie in hand. And since a wedding is really just a big party, I guess my “Pusher” personality comes out there, too. I like people to [...]

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