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Insider Tips for Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Living
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Dear {FIRST_NAME|Friend}...
Ken
Ken Murray, Broker/Owner Garnet Hill Realty LLC PS. If you hear of friends or neighbors who are looking to buy a home this summer, tell them about my Free Consumer Report: "8 Secrets For Saving Thousands When Finding, Buying and Financing Your Next Home" or leave a message on 518-251-2184 and I'll drop it in the mail. |
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Today's Brain Teaser . . .
A man is trapped in a room with two doors. Opening the first door he finds a room made from magnifying glass that instantly fries his skin. Behind the second door is a fire-breathing dragon. How can the man escape?(see answer below) |
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Pet Danger! Avoid These Household Pet Poisons
A home can be a dangerous place for your pets. Because they're so curious, they will often test any substance that smells good or just looks interesting. Many substances can cause illness or even death. Here are seven common household pet poisons to avoid:Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and other medications, can damage your dog's liver. It also can be fatal to a cat. Chocolate can cause a dog or cat to experience seizures. The darker chocolate, like baker's chocolate, is more dangerous because it has higher levels of methylxanthine. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning can be vomiting, diarrhea, or irregular heart rhythms. Unbaked yeast dough can be lethal. It can expand in the stomach of your pet. When the pet rolls around, the dough can twist the stomach and cut off blood supply. Alcohol produced by the yeast also can lead to respiratory failure or seizures. Prescription medicines left on the counter or dropped on the floor are easy for your pet to find and ingest. Cardiac drugs, antidepressants, and ADHD medications are particularly dangerous to pets. Xylitolis found in chewing gum, toothpaste and breath mints as a sugar-free sweetener. When dogs ingest the substance, it can drop blood sugar levels or lead to liver failure. Coins that contain zinc can cause anemia or even failure of the liver, kidney or heart. One zinc penny (1983 or newer) can kill a small dog. Ethylene glycol used in antifreeze and other car products can be fatal. The sweet taste attracts both dogs and cats. As little as a teaspoon can result in kidney failure. |
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Learn How To Maximize The
Did you know there's a free consumer report showing which repairs and fix-ups will net you the most value for your home? It's called the "Homeseller's Guide To Money-Making Fix-ups," and it's great even if you're not planning on selling soon. To get your free copy email me by clicking here, or call me at: 518-251-2184.Value Of Your Home! |
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3 Great Conversation Starters
Communicating well can make a huge difference in your life, both professionally and socially. Learn how to start conversations with these tips:1. Ask an open-ended question. Be curious about people and ask them questions that prompt them to respond in a genuine (not automatic) way. For example, ask "Tell me about your day," instead of the common inquiry, "How are you?" Common questions often get automated answers and leave little room to expand the conversation further. 2. Stay current on the news. Before going to a meeting or party where you may need to talk to people you don't know, take a few minutes to look at the news. There's always good material there – serious and funny. Try to stay away from political or controversial topics. 3. Reword their answer as a new question. A good conversationalist listens carefully. Acknowledge the other person while also keeping the conversation rolling by asking them to clarify or expand on the information they just shared. This lets them know you are listening and establishes rapport. |
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Fun Facts and Laughs
Newspaper Headline Goofs . . .
Battling Ants? Feed Them Cornmeal . . . Try this poison-free method of getting rid of ants. Place uncooked cornmeal or Cream of Wheat on the ant pile. The ants will eat it because it tastes good. Their bellies will expand and it will kill them. You're saving a call to the exterminator and using a safer method. Forward this article to a friend 5 Things Most Don't Know About Cars . . .
Have A Laugh — "The Art Thief " . . . In Paris, an art thief almost got away with stealing several paintings from the Louvre. He had carefully planned the crime, managed to get in and out past the security guards and then was captured a few blocks away when his van ran out of gas. He was asked how he could make such an obvious error. He answered, "I had no Monet to buy Degas to make the Van Gogh." Forward this article to a friend |
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Trivia Challenge for the Month...
"Who Else Wants To Win A Gift Certificate For Dinner At A Local Restaurant?"
Guess who won last month's Trivia Question? Well, nobody so I'm going to repeat the question because it was a good one. Here goes..What award does the Hollywood Press Club give to the least co-operative actor/actress of the year? a) Sour Apple b) Rotten Goose c) The Billy d) The Stinker Leave a message at 518-251-2184. Be the first person to answer correctly and you could win a Gift Certificate to Black Mtn Lodge!!! |
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Real Estate Q & A . . .
Q. If I get multiple offers on my house, how do I decide which offer to accept?
A. Multiple offers are a good thing. Still you can make a mistake if you don't look at more than just the sales price being offered. Carefully weigh each buyer's offer by considering these factors:
Is the buyer pre-approved? Never take your home off the market without knowing that the buyer is able to purchase your home. When do they want possession? When the buyer's timing fits your preferences, it can make their offer more appealing. What repairs does the buyer expect before closing? Even if you are willing to make repairs, think about the time it will take before you accept. What items does the buyer expect to remain in the house? Buyers may request to keep appliances or wall-mounted televisions. Factor the cost of replacing these in your next home into the offer before accepting. It is important to know all the facts before you respond to any offers. Ask for my Free Consumer Report called "How to Avoid 7 Costly Mistakes When Selling Your Home" and net more from your home sale. If you have any other real estate questions, or need capable and trustworthy representation, please call me at 518-251-2184 or email me at ken@garnethillrealty.com. |
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