Save Money on Your Summer Vacation

Dear Friends,

Summer is on the horizon. That means hotter temperatures, sunscreen and family vacations. The annual summer vacation doesn’t have to break the bank; whether you rely on a travel agent or the Internet to make your travel plans, it’s easy to save money on airfare, hotels and more.

The information I’m sending you this month is intended to help you save a few dollars on your travel plans. From social couponing websites, such as Groupon and LivingSocial, to discount travel websites to AAA and Costco, there have never been more ways to save money on your summer travel plans. Since you just have to get away at the last minute sometimes, page two offers tips to save money on last-minute travel. Feel free to share this great information with your family or friends.

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Do You Have Plans to Renovate Your Bathroom?

Bathroom renovations don’t have to be a nightmare. Whether you’re updating your current bathroom to include water-saving fixtures or you plan to create a spa-like oasis, the information I’m sending this month offers tips for a stress-free bathroom renovation.
  
The first page provides great renovation tips, from choosing paint colors to easy ways to save money on cabinetry. Did you know that the bathroom accounts for over half of indoor water use?*Since water rates are increasing in many areas, page two gives an overview of high-efficiency bathroom fixtures that are designed to conserve water and help you save money on your monthly water bill.
 
Feel free to share this great information with your family or friends who may be thinking of a bathroom renovation this year.
 

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The State of America's Housing Market

With spring on the horizon, many people are beginning to think about selling their homes. Even those not currently considering a move are curious about the state of the American housing market.

The information I’m sending this month is intended to give you an overview of what’s going on in the national housing market. The statistics offered on page one provide a glimpse into current trends and predictions for the year, while page two delves into the financing choices of recent homebuyers. 

 
Please call me if you would like a market analysis of your home or more information about our local real estate market.
 

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It’s Tax Time: Are You Prepared?

Did you know that taxpayers spend over 3.5 billion hours each year preparing for and completing their tax forms?* Given that the instructions for the forms seem to increase each year, this number is likely to increase. Even if you’re among the 3-in-5 Americans who pays a professional to complete their tax forms, there are ways to streamline the process and make it as painless as possible.

This month, I’m sending timely information designed to help you prepare for tax time. Page one offers tips to help you become organized, including things to keep in mind if you bought a home, got married or donated to a charity in 2011. Page two provides an overview of three of the most popular tax preparation software programs on the market.

Please call me if you would like a referral to a tax preparer in our local area.

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