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St. Louis Real Estate, Flat Fee MLS Listings


St. Louis Full Service Real Estate at a Discount Price,  

 
We take pride in providing you with the best service and putting your needs first. 

 

 
Flat Fee MLS Listings $195.00

 

 
  • 6month listing in the local mls, Realtor.com( with Show case listing), lauralei website, and many others.

  •  You will get 25 pictures on Realtor.com, and 25 on the local mls.

  •  This is a great tool for any person wanting to put their home on the market. FSBO love this tool and the price.

  •  Retain the right to find the buyer with out that agent and save on commission.

 

  

 

 



Discount Commission
Listing 4.5% 

 
  • 6month listing

  •  Local mls, Realtor.com, lauralei website and many others

  •   Realtor.com show case listing with 25 pictures and header lines, description, and open house postings.

  •   local mls 35 pictures

  •  2 open houses,

  •   Yard sign and lockbox

  

 
  • flyers of your listing

  •   virtual tour of listing

 You will get your home listed in many different site.
 
 


 This is a great way to save money and get your home SOLD
Lauralei Properties llc can help you with all your Real Estate Needs  Today is a good time to call and get your home listed.
Tracey Wibbenmeyer
Lauraleiagent.com
 

 

Spring is springing and it is time to list your home!

Ok guys,  It is that time of year to list your home if you are wanting to sell.  Spring is upon us and you need to have your home ready to put  on the market.  Some things you may want to do is:  Make sure it is clean from the curb appeal to the inside of your closets.  You want nutural colors on the interior walls and you can add just a splash of color with pillows and throws.  Don't forget the little touches like a clean porch and windows to make your home look sharp!!   Declutter is a big thing as well.  If you have a wood deck and it looks old you may want to power wash and add a fresh coat of stain to make it pop and look new again.  This time of year makes people want to get started on the process of looking for there new house, so that mean more home go on the market, more open house are had on Sundays and your don't want to be left behind and miss out on those buyers.  So if you are not ready, you need to get your home ready and get that agent on the phone. 

We also have the tax credit for buyers out there and it is going to expire April 30th,  So don't delay and miss the boat.  What that means to a Seller is:  The buyer needs to find the house they want and have the contract accepted by April 30th and have the transaction closed by June 30th.  Act today and get your home Sold.  If you get your home up on the market in time and get it Sold you could be the buyer out there looking to make your deal and get that tax credit before it end.  It can be done. 

How to save on a classic watch


I recently read an article in Money magazine which was giving you pointers on how to snag a classic watch the frugal way. I thought it was pretty interesting and decided to share with you what I found. If you buy used you can save 20% or more of the retail price. The downturn in the market has pushed prices on second hand watches about 20% lower than they were at the end of 2008. The 1990 Rolex or a
1950s Longines or a 1940s Hamilton are now selling for $1000-$2000 apiece, which is a few hundred dollars less that before the recession.
Make sure you buy a respected maker, and you will be able to sell it for as much as you paid if not more. You will need to get it cleaned and oiled every three to five years to ensure that it holds it value. To make sure you do not get taken only buy from authorized dealers, which are listed on the brands websites, or you can buy from a second hand shop that offer warranties and returns.

I hope this information interest you like it did me and gives you some good advice on purchasing that next watch.

Honey and what it can do for you.

I found this site and wanted to share. I have decide this year to start making healthier choices. I have started using honey instead of sugar in my tea and coffee, I have also start cutting out the soda and looking to make better choices with food. I am looking for healtier, low fat snacks. My search will start this week. I will let you know what I find, or if someone has any suggestions please let me know.

Uses of Honey & Cinnamon & it's Benefits



It is found that mixture of Honey and Cinnamon cures most of the diseases.

Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Ayurvedic as well as Yunani medicine have been using honey as a vital medicine for centuries.
Scientists of today also accept honey as a Ram Ban (very effective) medicine for all kinds of diseases.
Honey can be used without any side effects for any kind of diseases. Today's science says that even though honey is sweet,if taken in the right dosage as medicine, it does not harm diabetic patients also.
A famous magazine named Weekly World News published in Canada dated 17 January 1995 has given a list of diseases that can be cured by Honey and Cinnamon as researched by western scientists.


ARTHRITIS:
Take one part honey to two parts of Luke warm water and add a small teaspoon of cinnamon powder, make a paste and massage it on the itching part of the body. It is noticed that the pain recedes within a minute or two. Or for arthritis patients daily morning and night take one cup of hot water with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. If drunk regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured.
In a recent research done at the Coppen Hagen University. It was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week out of the 200 people so treated practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain.


HAIR LOSS:
Those suffering from hair loss or baldness may apply a paste of hot olive oil, one tablespoon or honey, one teaspoon cinnamon powder before bath and keep it for approx. 15 min. and then wash the hair. It was found very effective even if kept for 5 min. also.


BLADDER INFECTIONS:
Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of Luke warm water and drink it. It destroys the germs of the bladder.


TOOTHACHE:
Make a paste of one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and five teaspoons of honey and apply on the aching tooth. This may be done 3 times a day daily till such time that the tooth has stopped aching.


CHOLESTEROL:
Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of cinnamon powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water if given to a cholesterol patient,it reduces the level of cholesterol in the body by 10% within2 hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken 3 times a day any chronic cholesterol cured. As per the information received in the said journal,pure honey taken with food daily relieves complains of cholesterol.


COLDS:
Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon Luke warm honey with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the
sinuses.


UPSET STOMACH:
Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomachache and also clears stomach ulcers from the root. GAS: According to the studies done in India & Japan, it is revealed that if honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.


HEART DISEASES:
Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on bread or chappati instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast.It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from
heart attack. Also those who have already had an attack, if they do this process daily, are kept miles away from the next attack, Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heart beat.
In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that due to the increasing age the arteries and veins, which lose their flexibility and get clogged, are revitalized.


IMMUNE SYSTEM:
Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacteria and viral attacks.
Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constants use of honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles to fight bacteria and viral diseases.


INDIGESTION:
Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food, relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.


INFLUENZA:
A Scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural ingredient, which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.


LONGEVITY:
Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly arrests the ravages of old age. Take 4 spoons of honey 1 spoon of cinnamon powder and 3 cups of water and boil to make like tea. Drink 1/4 cup. 3 to 4 times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans also increases and even if a person is 100 years old. Starts performing the chores of a 20 years old.


PIMPLES:
Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste.
Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. If done daily for two weeks. It removes pimples from the roots.


SKIN INFECTIONS:
Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures Eczema, Ringworm and all types of skin infections.


WEIGHT LOSS:
Daily in the morning 1/2 hour before breakfast on an empty stomach and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup water. If taken regularly it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also drinking of this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.


CANCER:
Recent research in Japan and Australia has reveled that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month 3 times a day


FATIGUE:
Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful than detrimental to the body strength. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr.Milton who has done research says that half tablespoon honey taken in one glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 p.m. when the vitality of the body starts decreasing. Increases the vitality of the body within a week.


BAD BREATH:
People of South America, first thing in the morning gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water. So their breath stays fresh throughout the day.


HEARING LOSS:
Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder taken in equal parts restores hearing.


{Rasulullah(sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) has mentioned the numerous benefits of Honey more than 1400 years ago.
Thus, one could use the above Remedies with the intention(niyyah) of a Sunnah,and through it's Barakah one will be rewarded for fulfilling a Sunnah,as well as,receive it's cure,Insha-Allah.}
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Interest rate will remain low!!









Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke told congress that interest rates are likely to remain low for extended period. The economy still requires support for recovery. Investors are breathing a sight of relief after his speech. Investors see this low rate as a boon to a recovery of employment and business.


Bernanke's announcement also took the edge off the news Wednesday that housing sales hit a new low in January.


Even though nothing he said was particularly new, it was just enough to calm the ruffled feathers that were out there, said Jim McDonald, chief strategist at Northern Trust in Chicago.

This is good news for buyers looking to purchase that Home, Don't wait to long. This will not last for ever.






Source: Associated Press Tim Paradis


Realtor Magazine article

12 way to save on taxes this year

Tax Time














1) If you bought a house:





The tax credit for first time home buyers was extended and they also added a tax credit for someone how already owned a home, but bought a new one, they can benefit as well up to $6500.00.











2) You have a child in college:





They have an American Opportunity tax credit for 2009 and 2010. They also still have the Hope Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit. All of the give you a tax break on your college child, you will just need to pick which one is the best fit for you.





American Opportunity tax credit: you can claim $2500.00 per student per year for the first four years of college.





Hope Credit: You can claim $1800.00 per student for the first two years of college.





Lifetime Learning Credit: You can claim $2000. per return.











3) You bought a New Car:

If you bought a light truck, new car, motor home, or motorcycle after Feb. 16th 2009, you can deduct the sales taxes you paid on up to $49,500. of the vehicle's price. This can be done with a special one year write off and you do not have to itemize.

4) You were out of work: Your first $2,400 is tax free on your unemployment you claimed. If you and your spouse both claimed unemployment then $4,800 is tax free. If you paid the full tab for health insurance you may have some write offs.


5) You helped those in Haiti: You have until March 1 2010 to donate to help those in Haiti and you can claim that on your 2009 taxes.


6) You had investment losses: If you sold securities at a loss in 2009 and you had owned the shares for more than a year, those losses can be claimed along with any losses you carried over from 2008.


7) You weathered a disaster: If you had damage to your home and your insurance company with not pay the full bill you can claim the part not covered.


8) You made energy efficient home improvements: 2009 offers taxpayers more green for going green. You can take a credit worth 30% of what you spent on energy saving skylights, replacement window water heaters, and the like.


9) You own property, but do not itemize: For 2009 tax year joint filers who don't itemize are allowed to deduct as much as $1,000. of those taxes.


10) You moved for work: If you ended up relocating for a full-time position that's at least 50 miles farther from your old home than your last fob was, you can deduct your moving expense.


11) You are a high earner: You'll get credit for your kids, You get more from itemizing


12) You Picked up a second job: If you spent time selling things on ebay, or consulting for a former boss, you probably have a business by IRS standards. There are a whole host of writeoffs.


Crunch them ###


This article was in money magazine



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This is a great investment opportunity. Mortgage rates are still low and there is also the tax credit out there. deadline for tax credit is April 30th.