If you’ve ever applied for a mortgage or refinanced an existing one you know that a detailed appraisal survey is an important step in the loan process. Having done this myself a few years ago...
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About a decade or so ago I was flying into the San Francisco area on business and my Sister (and current business partner) took the opportunity to come spend some time with me since I didn’t...
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Hopefully, you are enjoying fresh herbs from your garden in all of your recipes but did you know that you can have fresh-tasting herbs all year round? Think of how your favorite soups and hardy...
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Have you noticed that your Iris blooms weren’t as plentiful this year as in years past? Do the iris rhizomes, the tuber-like root of the iris, seem to be crowded or are there dead spots in...
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I know what you’re thinking “the calendar still says it is summer so why are you telling me to start thinking about fall lawn care? “ Well, what does your lawn look like after a...
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The last few years has seen a significant movement toward growing plants organically; meaning that there is no use of pesticides or synthetic chemicals in the planting process. The foundation of...
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When we start planting our gardens in the spring we are usually not thinking about our summer vacation but there are some things you do in the spring can really help your garden while you’re...
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One project I’ve been considering for several years is the installation of a path connecting my front yard to my back patio. While I can easily access the patio from the front yard by walking...
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