ENGLISH, COLOR: INDIVIDUAL VERSION August 2025
Real Estate News Prepared for the Residents of...
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Health & Safety
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Keeping an Eye on Eye Health roper eye health is essential to maintaining a high quality of life. Yet, eye health may be overlooked until something goes awry. However, implementing a few wise habits can help support healthy vision for decades to come.
Schedule annual eye exams. Regular eye exams are just as critical as dental and physical checkups. As with most health concerns, eye conditions can develop silently, and early detection can make a big difference with conditions like glaucoma or macular degeneration.
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home warranty pairs perfectly with homeowners insurance. While homeowners insurance provides critical protection against catastrophic events, a home warranty plan helps protect the home systems and appliances you use each day. Can you comfortably afford to replace a heating system or a worn-out water heater? Protect your hard-earned savings by safeguarding your home's systems and appliances. Choose home warranty coverage you can trust.
When life gives you lemons, our home warranty helps you turn them into lemonade. Learn more!
Beware of blue lights. In today’s digital world, staring at screens is inevitable. However, too much exposure to bright screens can cause eye strain and headaches. Adjust screen brightness, take a break from screens every 20 minutes, and consider using blue light filters to help minimize the risk of eye strain. Practice UV protection. Ultraviolet rays from the sun can damage the eyes. Wear sunglasses with UV protection to help reduce long-term harm. Wear safety glasses when using power tools or doing yard work to help prevent injury.
Real Estate Today
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Three Keys to Picking the Perfect Real Estate Agent great real estate agent is more than just someone who bakes cookies for open houses—they’re your advocate, negotiator, and market expert. Whether you’re a seasoned seller or a first-time buyer, here are three keys to choosing the right agent:
Local experience. Find an agent with a thorough understanding of the target market. Ask how long they’ve worked in the area and find out how many homes they have helped buy or sell in specific neighborhoods. Strong communication skills. The real estate agent is responsible for keeping clients in the loop. All updates, including good and bad news, should be relayed to clients within a reasonable time frame. A great agent should be easy to reach, listen well, and communicate clearly.
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now someone in the market for a new home? If so, I would be honored to receive referrals from friends and family who are looking for their perfect home.
Rave reviews. Search for online reviews and ask for wordof-mouth referrals. Pay close attention to agents whose professionalism, follow-through, and negotiation skills are praised. Don’t be afraid to ask an agent for references—a trustworthy professional will happily connect you with previous clients!
If you are working with another real estate professional, please disregard this notice. The material in this publication is for your information only and not intended to be used in lieu of seeking additional consumer or professional advice.