When I was growing up here in America there was a sense of personal responsibility conveyed to us from those in authority.
There were signs posted along highways and sidewalks that told us to "Keep America Beautiful" , "Don't Be a Litterbug" and my favorite (probably because I was and still am a camper) "Remember, You Can Prevent Forest Fires".
I remember walking in the woods and seeing trash on the ground. Did I leave it there? Absolutely not - I picked it up and sang the words to the jingle, "litter bug, litter bug, shame on you....". No way was I going to allow my country to get messed up by some "Litter Bug".
I wonder what kind of attitudes I would encounter today if someone were to drop trash on the sidewalk and I sang that jingle to them?????
When my grandfather smoked a cigarette in the car he would not think of throwing the burning butt out the window. He would have had us telling him that he could start a forest fire with that behavior.
We ought to think about turning the hearts of Americans back to some of the values instilled in us as we grew up and away from the mentality of "who cares anyway?" or "what does it matter?". We may have a cleaner America and perhaps a renewed sense of patriotism.
If you are looking to buy or sell real estate in New Hampshire, please consider using me to help.
Judy Tuscano, REALTOR
Your NH Real Estate Professional
Prudential Verani Realty
603-498-2263 cell phone
603-679-5654 x 3919 office
If you are a chocolate lover then chances are you have tasted Lindt Chocolate. Well did you know that there is a Lindt factory, corporate division and corporate store right here in the southern New Hampshire town of Stratham?
I dropped by there today to see their new Lindt Gold Bunny. They are currently promoting this chocolate delight as a fundraiser for "Autism Speaks".Autism strikes one in every one hundred and fifty children today. This is an epidemic and Lindt sees the need to find a cure so for each bunny they sell between 3/12/09 and 4/12/09 they will make a donation to this worthy cause.
To promote the Gold Bunny they have a newly decorated metro type car parked out front of the store. If you would like to see it just take the trip to the Lindt Chocolate Factory Store off Route 111 in Stratham just off Exit 12 on Route 101.
While there go in and purchase some Gold Bunnies to support this important fundraiser.
Judy Tuscano, REALTOR
Prudential Verani Realty
603-498-2263 cell phone
So the government is attempting to bail out the mortgage industry and in so doing has handed Fannie and Freddie untold billions of dollars to "help jump start the housing market".
There are untold thousands of foreclosed properties currently on the market for sale but if you were to study these listings state by state you will undoubtedly find that a few real estate brokers in each state hold the lions share of these listings. So much for "spreading the wealth".
If these brokers can handle the load without bogging down the process than, "good for them". My experience from the other side of the fence has been that these brokers for the most part are overloaded and do not have a good system in place to assure a timely transaction. Adding to this dilema are the subcontractors appointed by Fannie & Freddie.
To read more go to The NH Real Estate Market Voice.
If you are thinking about purchasing a bank owned property, please consider hiring a buyers agent to help you navigate the torraine. You'll be glad you decided to have someone in your corner.
Judy Tuscano, REALTOR
Prudential Verani Realty
603-498-2263 cell phone
Just when you think that the weather can only improve - Mother Nature hits with a 1-2-3-4 punch.
Here in New Hampshire we have been under the gun since the ice storm that hit and crippled our electrical grid on December 11, 2008 leaving nearly 400,000 homes without power.
Electrical workers from all over the country and Canada responded to help get our state back up and running. Well, since then, as these brave men and women worked 17 hours a day, we have been hit with three seperate snow events.
The first snowfall of our winter season came on the 17th while still over 100,000 were without power. We had several inches of the white stuff fall but the workers never lost their stride.
Then we were warned that we would receive a second snowfall on the 19th. We received up to a foot of snow in some regions still reeling from the ice storm but the work continued though slowed a bit. There were about 40,000 still without power at this point and some of them started to turn ugly, fueled by their frustrations regarding the lack of communication by officials from the power companies.
Next we prepared for the third punch starting the morning of the 21st ( at this point about 25,000 were still without power and some were expected to lose power again from the impending storm) and ending after dumping 12 - 18 additional inches of snow across the area and followed by gusting winds.
Through it all the line workers continued to work the task at hand. There are reports that power may not be fully restored until the new year but these people push forward regardless of the weather.
We lost power last night as the winds started to pick up in the aftermath of the storm. I called my electrical supplier and reported the outage. They gave me an estimated time of 4:22am for the line to be repaired. I opened my eyes at 5:10am and the lights were restored!
Good work! Thanks to those who work so hard in the elements to keep us comfortable. We may want to rethink who we admire as heros. I think these people deserve a medal!
If you enjoy snow and all the activities connected to it - the conditions here are great so come and visit our beautiful snow laden state.
Judy Tuscano, REALTOR
Your NH Real Estate Professional
Prudential Verani Realty
603-498-2263 cell phone
On December 11 & 12, the southern tier of New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts were hit with an ice storm that has left thousands without power and decimated the area's electrical grid.
As of the latest reports, upwards of 100,000 residents are still without power. The local electric companies have been getting aid from as far as Canada and many of the surrounding states.
Some have stayed in their homes with generator power and still others are keeping warm with alternative heat such as wood, pellet & gas stoves and fireplaces. Many have chosen to go to hotels, family & friends homes and shelters.
If you have left or plan to leave your home, remember to drain out the pipes and add antifreeze to avoid freeze ups in your absence. Burst pipes can lead to an array of problems not the least of which is flooding, damage to walls, ceilings and in the long term mold.
You can read more about this storm and it's effects on my new wordpress.com blog called, The NH Real Estate Market Voice.
I am so happy to have running water in my home again. I hope I remember not to take this blessing for granted ever again.
Judy Tuscano, REALTOR
Your NH Real Estate Professional
Prudential Verani Realty
603-498-2263 cell phone
603-693-0919 office direct
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Judy Tuscano is a licensed NH sales agent with 12 years of experience. Residential sales is her specialty and she services the greater Rockingham and Strafford County areas. Your NH Real Estate Pro.
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