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6 Ways to Prepare for "The Talk" About Moving to Senior Living
Lori Johnston
Talking to your parents about assisted living can be overwhelming and stressful for everyone.
It's a transition that some senior adults resist, often because they feel they are being forced out of their homes and losing their independence. Children and spouses resist this complicated conversation as well, because you may be scared of your loved one's reactions and don't want to think about a future without them. ... Read More
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Lending to Adult Children
LISA PREVOST
The New York Times
Parents often come to the rescue when their adult children need help putting together enough cash for a down payment. Whether they offer financial assistance as a gift or with the expectation of repayment, parents acting from the heart might want to consider a more businesslike approach.... Read More
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Westchester foreclosure filings drop by 27%
Akiko Matsuda, amatsuda@lohud.com
The number of judgments rose 8 percent.
(Photo: file photo)
WHITE PLAINS - Foreclosure filings in Westchester during the first quarter are down nearly 27 percent from the same period last year, according to statistics released this week by County Clerk Timothy Idoni.
But the number of judgments entered on foreclosed properties rose 8 percent, maintaining a trend from the prior years.... Read More
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Five Ways to Enhance Your Home's Curb Appeal
 The first long glimpse of a house, as a potential buyer steers toward the curb and then slows to a stop, is a critical moment. It could be an experience of love at first sight or immediate dislike—or something in between. As the seller, you definitely want the person who's shopping for a home to begin developing a good impression of your house before they step out of the car or click on your online listing. Here are five ways... Read More
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Small Gains in the National Housing Market
 Freddie Mac's Multi-Indicator Market Index (MiMi) analyzes home-purchase applications, payment-to-income ratios, employment figures, and the number of on-time mortgage payments in markets across the country to determine the stability of the housing market. All of these indicators point to a slight improvement in the housing market as it heads into the busy spring season. January's national MiMi value reached 82.7; while this isn't as impressive... Read More
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Tap into the Nordic Décor Trend
 Minimalist Nordic design is taking over the home décor scene in 2016. Scandinavian-inspired design principles, featuring white, simple color schemes and use of natural materials, provide attractive options for creating a balanced, beautiful home.
The Nordic movement, which evokes the simple, minimalist homes of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland, is enjoying new popularity as Americans seek to balance work life... Read More
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Grievance Deadlines for 2016
Richard D O'Donnell
Richard D. O'Donnell, Property Tax Consultant Inc.
30 Windsor Road
Scarsdale, New York 10583
(914)779-4444... Read More
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MAY Calendar
 ONGOING EVENTS
THRU MAY 8: IF THE CREEK DON’T RISE
Thomas Doyle’s miniature sculpture shows a landscape in turmoil and humans adapting to heightened anxiety about today’s environment. House and inhabitants are scaled at 1:87. Hudson River Museum. 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers; 914-963-4550; www.hrm.org.
APRIL 10-MAY 20
ROBERT E. ROSS GALLERY
Gallery exhibition of contemporary art. JCC Midwestchester, 999 Wilmot Rd, Scarsdale; Free; 914-472-3300; www.jccmw.org
MAY 3-29: ART/RED
Two plays about art, alternating daily. About making art, owning it, the anguish of creating it and the ache of believing in it. Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT; Call about prices and subscriptions: 203-227-4177; www.westportplayhouse.org
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Safe Alternatives to Toxic Cleaners
 Open almost any kitchen cabinet and you're bound to find cleaning supplies made with toxic chemicals or other pollutants. While harsh chemical cleaners have become increasingly popular, there are plenty of all-natural alternatives that work just as well—usually at a fraction of the cost! Below are some common household ingredients that pull double duty as effective, eco-friendly cleaning agents.
White Vinegar: Despite the strong smell, vinegar is quite versatile when it comes to cleaning. In fact, due to its natural disinfecting and deodorizing properties, it makes an effective
all-purpose cleaner for virtually every surface in the house. Mixed 50/50 with water, white vinegar can be used to cut grease, get rid of wax buildup on wooden floors, kill mildew, and even get rid of stains... Read More
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Is Rental Property a Good Investment?
 Harvard University recently published a report of the rental market in the United States. This study included rental-market trends over the last decade and predictions for the next ten years. One of the most surprising facts from the study is that renting a home has become a more common option for almost all types of Americans.
These are some of the results found in the report:
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