May 2022

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Guess who won last month’s Trivia Question? I’m pleased to announce the lucky winner of last month’s quiz. And the winner is …drum roll please: Mary Freeman won last month ’ s drawing. What Victorian-era disease was common on ships, but could be prevented with oranges? a) rickets b) scurvy c) consumption d) gout The answer is b) scurvy. Scurvy is caused by a Vitamin C deficiency and can result in severe weakness and serious gum disease. Sailors brought oranges on long voyages to prevent it .

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The Keys To Clean We may all be more conscious about cleaning these days, but when was the last time you cleaned your keys? Luckily, it’s easy to do. Put your keys ( not including any keychains that should not get wet, OR your electronic car keys! ) into a bowl of warm water with some dish soap and use an old toothbrush to scrub out the stubborn gunk. Dry everything with a towel and then go over every surface with rubbing alcohol using a cotton ball (this helps keep surfaces from rusting). If your keys do get rusty, soak them in a bowl of a half-and-half mix of water and white vinegar for about 30 minutes. Use that old toothbrush to loosen stubborn rusty bits. THANK YOU for reading my Service For Life ! ® personal newsletter. I wanted to produce a newsletter that has great content and is fun and valuable to you. Your constructive feedback is always welcome. AND… whether you’re thinking of buying, selling or financing real estate, or just want to stop by and say “Hi,” I’d love to hear from you… Florence Gadbois DRE #01040021 RE/MAX Gold Coast 805-701-8410 florence@BchRealEstate.com BchRealEstate.com Disclaimer: The information contained in this letter is intended for informational purposes. It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical or other professional services advice. Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This letter is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.

So, let’s move on to this month’s trivia question.

How many European countries have capital cities on the coastline with the Atlantic Ocean? a) zero b) one c) two d) three

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Real Estate Corner…

Q. How can I “stage” my home so it sells quickly for the price I want?

A. Make sure you address both the outside and the inside of the house by cleaning and de-cluttering everything, from the front yard to the garage to the kitchen, bathrooms, and basement. Put away your personal items so buyers can imagine themselves living there. One way to take years off your home is with paint. Check the home’s exterior paint job, and don’t forget the front door, mailbox, garage doors, and walkways. In the interior, remove the pictures from the walls (as well as old wallpaper) and paint the walls in a neutral color. Also, consider these tips if you want to sell your home fast for a good price: a) Hire professional cleaners to do the work; b) Get a home inspection before you put it on the market; and c) Make your landscaping look sharp. For a list of the specific steps you should take, ask for my Free Consumer Report called “4 Steps To Stage Your Home For A Fast Sale.” I’ll send a copy right to you.

Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Feel free to call me at 805-7018410. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in my next issue!

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