Do at Work

We all know how important it is to exercise as often as possible, but sometimes we get bogged down with work and taking care of our busy lives. Here are five exercises you can do while at your desk or in your office.

Exercises You Can

• Seated leg raises. Sit straight up in your chair and hold your stomach tight. Lift one leg straight out and hold for at least 10 seconds. Slowly lower that leg and repeat on the other one. Do three sets.
• Chair or desk dips. Make sure the chair or desk is sturdy and won't slip away. With your back to the furniture, place your palms on the edge, and place your feet flat in front of you. Slowly lower your body so your waist is even with your knees, and then raise yourself back up. Do 10 to 20 of these.
• Swiveling abs. Sit in your swivel office chair and brace your hands on the desk in front of you. Raise both legs and swivel back and forth, feeling your core muscles engage. Do 20 swivels on each side.
• Wall push-ups. Stand in front of a wall and place both hands flat against it about shoulder-width apart. Push back and then forward. Do 20-30 of these.
• Squats. Stand with your feet wide and your hands on your hips. Keep your back as straight as possible while you bend at the knees and then stand back up. Perform 20-30 of these.

Moving throughout the day helps one stay happy and healthy!

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This survey provides a snapshot of consumer preferences and their perception about homeownership and affordability! 

Do they feel it is a part of the American dream?

Home owners have the positive view.

Home Ownership is possible and here in the

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STAY SAFE.....take precautions when it comes to your fire risk!

A wonderful time of year!  Stay safe!

Residential fires take their toll every day, every year, in lost lives, injuries, and destroyed property. But many conditions that cause house fires can be avoided or prevented. Taking the time for some simple precautions, preventive inspections, and concrete planning can help prevent fire in the home and can save property and lives should disaster strike.

• *Check holiday lights for fraying or broken wires and plugs. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines as to how many multiple strands can be joined together, as a fire hazard could result from overload. Enjoy indoor holiday lighting only while someone is home, and turn them off before going to bed at night.
• *Candles add a welcoming, festive feeling, and need to be placed in stable holders and located away from flammable items, drafts, pets and children. Never leave burning candles unattended, even for a short time.
• *Keep live Christmas trees in a water-filled stand and check daily for dehydration. Needles should not easily break off a freshly cut tree. Brown needles or lots of fallen needles indicate a dangerously dried-out tree which should be discarded immediately. Always use nonflammable decorations in the home, and never use lights, even LED types, on a dried-out tree.
• Electrical items including lamps, appliances, and electronics should be checked for frayed cords, loose or broken plugs, and exposed wiring. Never run electrical wires, including extension cords, under carpet or rugs even temporarily as this creates a fire hazard.
• Fireplaces should be checked by a professional chimney sweep each year and cleaned if necessary to prevent a dangerous buildup of creosote, which can cause a flash fire in the chimney. Cracks in masonry chimneys should be repaired, and spark arresters inspected to ensure they are in good condition and free of debris.
• When using space heaters, keep them away from beds and bedding, curtains, paper – anything flammable. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use. Space heaters should not be left unattended while in use or where a child or pet could knock them over.
• Use smoke detectors with fresh batteries unless they are hard wired to your home’s electrical system. Smoke detectors should be installed high on walls or on ceilings on every level of the home, inside each bedroom, and outside every sleeping area. Statistics show that nearly 60% of home fire fatalities occur in homes without working smoke alarms. Most municipalities require the use of working smoke detectors in both single and multi-family residences.
• Children should not have access to or be allowed to play with matches, lighters or candles. Flammable materials such as gasoline, kerosene, or propane should always be stored outside of and away from the house.
• Kitchen fires know no season. According to the U.S. National Fire Protection Association, cooking is the leading cause of house fires. Grease spills, items left unattended on the stove or in the oven, and food left in toasters or toaster ovens can catch fire quickly. Don’t wear loose fitting clothing, especially with long sleeves, around the stove. Turn the handles of pots and pans away from the front of the stove to prevent accidental contact. Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher within easy reach. Extinguishers specifically formulated for grease and cooking fuel fires are widely available and can supplement an all-purpose extinguisher.
• Have an escape plan. This is one of the most important measures to prevent death in a fire. Visit ready.gov for detailed information on how to make a plan. Local fire departments can also provide recommendations on escape planning and preparedness. In addition, all family members should know how to dial 911 in case of a fire or other emergency.
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A wonderful time to give thanks!

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Elite Realty

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Summer Maintenance Checklist

        June  2018

Summer is a time for relaxation and fun with family and friends. Taking care of some simple household maintenance chores early in the season can help get your home and lawn ready for summer activities and give you more time to spend enjoying them. Here’s a helpful summer maintenance checklist to use for your own home and to share with clients:

• Sidewalks, driveways, patios, siding and brick can all look worse for the wear after winter’s harshness. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures to power wash these areas and exterior surfaces. If you don’t want to purchase power washing equipment, check with your local hardware or home supply store about renting it. 

• Warmer weather is also a good time to paint or touch up the exterior of your home. A fresh coat of paint can add curb appeal as well as a layer of protection for wood surfaces.

• Give your air conditioner some TLC. Change the filters and clean the area around the units. Trim nearby trees and shrubbery to prevent limbs and leaves from falling into the equipment. Have a qualified air conditioning professional service your system to make sure it’s ready to go when temperatures rise.

• Increase your air conditioning system’s efficiency by checking windows and doors for air leaks. Repair seals or re-caulk any openings that you find.  

• Check your deck for wood that has split, cracked or is graying. If you see any of these signs, it may be time to reseal the deck.

• If your home has an automatic irrigation system, turn it on and check each zone to see if all the sprinkler heads are working and positioned correctly. To help conserve water and protect your lawn and landscaping, reposition any heads that spray water onto driveways, sidewalks, roads or patios.

• Inspect concrete areas, such as sidewalks, driveways, patios or pool decks, for cracks. Refill or repair any cracks as needed to help prevent further damage and to maintain smooth, safe surfaces for walking.

• If you have a swimming pool, check the chemical balance and system equipment to make sure everything is ready for summer use. It’s also a good time to do a safety check and inspect flotation devices, fences and other protective accessories to make sure they are functional.  

• Perform an electrical inspection of the inside of your home by going room to room and looking for any potential electrical hazards, such as overloaded outlets or electrical cords running under rugs and carpets. Trip your circuit breaker every six months to make sure it’s working properly, too.

• Replace the bulbs in exterior lights and clean the fixtures so that outdoor summer fun can continue after the sun goes down.

• It’s a good idea to clean your dryer’s vent and exhaust duct regularly. Clogged lint and dust in either of these areas could be a fire hazard.

• Have your lawn mower serviced and the blades sharpened. Check other lawn equipment, such as leaf blowers, water hoses and edging tools to make sure they are in good working order.

 

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I want to thank all who have served in the armed forces, THANK YOU for my freedom.  My freedom to worship, to work, to go to school and to move about life with out fear.

Thank you!

 

Kim Duclos

Elite Realty

 



 

HOME IS POSSIBLE!

I just wanted to remind you that the 4% down payment assistance from Home is Possible is no longer available on FHA! (boooo!) but we HAVE 2% and 3% on FHA which is STILL a WINNER!

REMEMBER the 5% Home is Possible on Conventional is still available! ( HOORAY!!!)
If you have any questions or need to see if someone qualifies for either let me know!

 

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Join us for an open house TODAY!,

12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m. 3/9/18

Affordable living at its best! 

Julian will be on site to start the loan approval process...

move forward, grab the dream of home ownership, we are here to help!

 

Pahrump USO Show! Great Cause, nice get-a-way!

USO Show. 

 

Come out and enjoy a variety show, where people from the community present their talents for your entertainment. All funds support the VFW Food Pantry.

For more information call 775-419-7857

·         Saturday Feb. 24^th at 6pm

·         Saddle West Event Center

·         Pre-sale tickets are $15 (may be purchased at Pahrump Party Store or VFW). Tickets at the door $20

Valentine’s Day Dinner. Enjoy an evening of dinner with that special someone. All funds support the VFW Projects. For more information, call 775-727-6072

·         Wednesday Feb 14^th from 5pm-7pm

·         At the VFW (4651 Homestead Rd.)

·         Menu:

o   Steak & Lobster, veggies, dessert $15

o   Steak & Shrimp, veggies, dessert $15

o   Steak, Lobster, & Shrimp, veggies, dessert $20

 

 

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Short Term Rentals

Do you know of anyone planning to go to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, NASCAR Weekend March 4, 2018?  Are they looking for a place to stay?  Each year, there are homeowners who rent their home for a big premium because hotels are in short supply and demand for private homes is up. Homeowners go on vacation and make tax-free income while temporary tenants rent their home. Homeowners can benefit from a little known provision in the tax code that does not require taxpayers to recognize the income derived from renting their home for less than 15 days per year. This situation can particularly benefit homeowners where there are large sporting events nearby like golf and tennis tournaments, championship games or other high attendance venues.  Now with Las Vegas having the NHL, NFL, WNBA, NRF, LVMS and more, the demand for a private residence can be more attractive than staying in a hotel which makes the price go up. Obviously, there are challenges with personal belongings and damage but getting a premium rental rate and not having to recognize the income could be worth it. You’ll certainly want to discuss this with your tax professional prior to making this decision. You’d probably also want to get some help from an experienced real estate professional.   Call Kim for your Real Estate questions and needs 702-521-3939 www.callkim.net

 

Join us this Saturday - Now is the time to make your move!

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NOT ALL THEIEVES ARE STUPID - GOOD END OF YEAR REMINDER!

 

NOT ALL THIEVES ARE  STUPID

1. LONG  - TERM PARKING   Some  people left their car in the long-term parking at San Jose while away, and  someone broke into the car. Using the information on the car's  registration in the glove compartment, they drove the car to the  people's home in Pebble Beach and robbed it.  So I guess if we are going to leave the car in long-term parking, we  should NOT leave the registration/insurance cards in it, nor your remote  garage door opener. This gives us something to think about with all our  new electronic technology.

2. GPS:  Someone had their car broken into  while they were at a football game. Their car was parked on the  green which was adjacent to the football  stadium and specially allotted to football fans. Things stolen from the  ; car included a garage door remote control, some money and a GPS which had  been prominently mounted on the dashboard. When the victims got  home, they found that their house had been ransacked and just  about everything worth anything had been  stolen. The thieves had used the GPS to guide them to the house.  They then used the garage remote control  to open the garage door and gain entry to the house. The thieves  knew the owners were at the football  game, they knew what time the game was scheduled to finish and so  they knew how much time they had to clean  out the house. It would appear that they had brought a truck to  empty the house of its contents. Something  to consider if you have a GPS - don't put your home address in it.  Put a nearby address (like a store or  gas station) so you can still find your way home if you need to, but no  one else would know where you live if  your GPS were stolen.   3. CELL  PHONES:   I  never thought of this! This lady has now changed her habit of how she  lists her names on her cell phone  after her handbag was  stolen. Her handbag, which contained her cell phone, credit card, wallet,  etc., was stolen. Twenty minutes later when  she called h er hubby, from a pay phone telling him what had happened,  hubby says, "I received your text asking about our Pin number and I've  replied a little while ago." When they  rushed down to the  bank, the bank staff told them all the money was already withdrawn. The thief had actually used the stolen cell phone to text  "hubby" in the contact list and got hold of the pin number. Within 20  minutes he had withdrawn all the money from  their bank account.

Moral lesson: a. Do not disclose the relationship  between you and the people in your contact list. Avoid using names  like Home, Honey, Hub by, Sweetheart, Dad,  Mom, etc. b. And very importantly, when  sensitive info is being asked through texts, CONFIRM by calling  back. c. Also, when you're being texted by friends or family to meet  them somewhere, be sure to call back to  confirm that the message came from them. If  you don't reach them, be very careful about going places to meet  "family and friends" who text  you.  4.   PURSE IN THE  GROCERY CART SCAM: A lady went grocery-shopping at a  local mall and left her purse sitting in the children's seat of the cart  while she reached something off a shelf/ Wait  till you read the WHOLE story! Her wallet was stolen, and she reported  it to the store personnel. After  returning home, she received a phone call from the Mall Security to  say tha t they had her wallet and that although  there was no money in it, it did still hold her personal papers. She  immediately went to pick up her wallet, only to  be told by Mall Security that they had not called her. By the time she  returned home again, her house had been  broken into and burglarized. The thieves knew that by calling and saying  they were Mall Security, they could lure  her out of her house long enough for them to burglarize it.

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