November 23, 2009
If you are relocating to the Northern Virginia area, or making a local move, you may be looking for a moving company.
In this series on how to hire a good moving company we discuss what informed home sellers and buyers should know before they start looking for a moving service.
If you start shopping for a moving service online, there are several things to be aware of so you don’t wind having a bad experience with a less than professional company.
In this fourth episode of the series, we discuss typical scenarios in which consumers looking for a reputable moving service start with the Internet. If you begin your search this way, what must you be careful about? How do you avoid unpleasant surprises both in charges you were not anticipating as well as poor service? What are the “red flags” that are signals for “trouble ahead?” Once you know what to avoid you will be in a better position to hire a reliable and honest mover.
Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home owners who see a move upcoming, as well as anyone moving into the Northern Virginia area, will benefit from the honest and straightforward insights of someone who is working inside the moving industry.
Don’t miss the entire series!
November 13, 2009
If you are relocating to the Northern Virginia area, or making a local move, you may be looking for a moving company.
In this series on how to hire a good moving company we discuss what informed home sellers and buyers should know before they start looking for a moving service, how to avoid fraud from “rouge movers” and other scams, as well as how to know good price and value.
In this third episode of the series, we start with the one “big secret” that a reputable moving service would love you to check out, but that a poorer quality company will want you to avoid like the plague.
We also discuss the biggest misperception consumers have about the claims process, should you experience damage or loss during your move.
Also, what will your move cost? What are typical price ranges for moving services? How negotiable are prices? What about very “low ball” estimates? Are there potential problems behind promises of extremely low costs?
Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home owners who see a move upcoming, as well as anyone moving into the Northern Virginia area, will benefit from the honest and straightforward insights of someone who is working inside the moving industry.
Don’t miss the entire series!
November 9, 2009
If you are relocating to the Northern Virginia area, or making a local move, you may be looking for a moving company.
In this series on how to hire a good moving company we discuss <strong>what informed home sellers and buyers should know before they start looking for a moving service.</strong>
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Choices have consequences, for better or worse. Consumers not doing “due diligence” in making this decision are taking a risk with their possessions and their money.
In this second episode of the series, we discuss how you can go about getting the information you need to locate and hire a good moving service. If you don’t already have a good company, where do you start? What about insurance and bonding? How much coverage should you get? Should you get full replacement cost? <strong>What is the single most important thing you should know before signing the contract? </strong>
Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home owners who see a move upcoming, as well as anyone moving into the Northern Virginia area, will benefit from the honest and straightforward insights of someone who is working inside the moving industry.
November 2, 2009
If you are relocating to the Northern Virginia area, or if you area a Chantilly area homeowner who has a local move coming up, you may be looking for a moving company.
In this series on how to hire a good moving company we discuss what informed home sellers and buyers should know before they start looking for a moving service.
Consumers not doing “due diligence” in making this decision are taking a risk with their possessions and their money. But with a little homework you can discover who you feel comfortable with and who you definitely do not want to work with.
In this first episode of the series we discuss characteristics of a very good moving service, as well as the cautions and misconceptions to avoid if you decide to do the move on your own.
Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home owners who see a move upcoming, as well as anyone moving into the Northern Virginia area, will benefit from the honest and straightforward insights of someone who is working inside the moving industry.
Don’t miss the entire series!
October 28, 2009
How do you best care for your pet dog while selling your home?
If you see the sale of your Chantilly or Northern Virginia area home upcoming, and you have wondered about how to manage the process of caring for your pet dog while doing the best job of getting your home sold well, here are some insights from professional dog trainer and Certified Grand Master Kelley Renshaw, owner of Bark Busters, a Chantilly area dog training service.
We continue the discussion on preventing and solving dog behavioral problems. What is the role of physical exercise for your dog? Can you give your pet too much of a good thing? What about mental stimulation? Is there a dog toy that may work wonders in giving your dog the mental stimulation needed for their behavioral health?
We wrap-up by talking about the “red flags” that indicate you may need professional help. And..what about your dog’s basic needs? Exactly what are they? Will providing for these basic needs prevent most problems? We get Kelley’s insights in the final episode in the series.
If you are a Chantilly area home buyer, home seller, or home owner who is now or will be a dog owner, don’t miss the entire set of episodes.
October 22, 2009
How do you best care for your pet dog while selling your home?
If you see the sale of your Chantilly or Northern Virginia area home upcoming, and you have wondered about how to manage the process of caring for your pet dog while doing the best job of getting your home sold well, start with the first episode in this series to gain insights from professional dog trainer, and certified Grand Master, Kelley Renshaw, owner of Bark Busters, a Chantilly area dog training service.
What are the biggest and most common mistakes dog owners make? If you don’t know, you could be on the road to behavioral problems later. These are actually human mistakes, not dog mistakes. They have consequences in how your dog behaves, but it all starts with the assumptions and practices of the dog owner. But the good news is that common problems can usually be prevented when the owner “gets it right.”
Kelly also discusses the Bark Busters approach to dog training including how the service works, where is starts and how it proceeds, what it tpically costs, and the unique “lifetime guarantee” that the organization offers.
If you are a Chantilly area home seller, home buyer, or home owner who wants to “live happily with your pet dog,” this is a series you won’t want to miss.
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October 17, 2009
How do you best care for your pet dog while selling your home?
If you see the sale of your Chantilly or Northern Virginia area home upcoming, and you have wondered about how to manage the process of caring for your pet dog while doing the best job of getting your home sold well, start with the first episode in this series to gain insights from professional dog trainer, and certified Grand Master, Kelley Renshaw, owner of Bark Busters, a Chantilly area dog training service.
This episode (21) focuses on three of the most common problems dog owners face, and how to start the process of solving each one. There are not usually quick and immediate “silver bullets,” but most issues can be solved with simple strategies, persistently applied.
If you are a Chantilly area home seller, home buyer, or a home owner who wants to “live happily with your pet dog,” you will find lots in information from someone who is working with and helping to solve pet problems every day.
October 12, 2009
If you are planning on buying a Chantilly or Northern Virginia area home, and you are also going to acquire a pet dog to “joint the family,” then this series on living happily with your pet dog will help.
Or, maybe you already have that pet dog but are interested in solving or, better yet, preventing dog behavioral problems. If so, give a listen to our interview with professional dog trainer Kelley Renshaw from Bark Busters in Chantilly, Virginia.
In this episode we continue our discussion, focusing on what to know before you acquire your pet dog. What are Kelley’s views on great family breeds…you may be surprised! What about pet stores, breeders, animal shelters? What motivates your dog? How about electric fences and other issues faced by home owners who live in areas where covenants may prevent physical fences?
If you are a Chantilly area home buyer or seller, or a home owner who just wants to know more about the care of your pet dog, check out this series.
October 3, 2009
How do you best care for your pet dog while selling your home?
If you see the sale of your Chantilly or Northern Virginia area home upcoming, and you have wondered about how to manage the process of caring for your pet dog while doing the best job of getting your home sold well, here are some insights from professional dog trainer Kelley Renshaw, owner of Bark Busters, a Chantilly area dog training service.
In this series of episodes on living happily with your pet dog, we begin by discussing how to care for your pet during the sale of your home. Safety is paramount, for the buyer, for you, and for your pet. What about boarding the pet? How do you select a quality kennel? Will crating work? How do you acclimate your pet to be comfortable with crating? What should you avoid when making these plans?
We start with caring for your pet dog during the sale of your home, and go on to discuss preventing and solving pet behavioral problems. If you are a dog owner you will benefit from the insights offered in this educational series. And please do remember, seek professional help when dealing with serious pet issues.
September 1, 2009
EPISODE 18 - REAL ESTATE IN CHANTILLY
Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home sellers looking for a competitive advantage in the marketing and sale of their home should take a good look at enhancing energy efficiency.
In this series of episodes with Ardently Green, Inc. founder, Bob Weatherwax, we discuss how enhancing your home’s energy profile can add value now, as well as give you one more advantage when it comes time to sell your home.
In Part 5 of this series we discuss the basics of alternative energy use for residential home owners. Solar, wind, and geo-thermal approaches are briefly discussed. Where do you start when considering these technologies? How practical are they for residential use? What do you want to make sure to know before starting an alternative energy application for your home?
Who should listen to this series?
Anyone anticipating the sale of their home within the next year, who sees energy efficiency as a powerful added selling point in the marketing of their home. Additionally, home energy efficiency is a win on several other levels. It helps home owners save money on escalating energy costs, provides a more comfortable and clean living environment, reduces the environmental impact of energy waste, and adds to the long term goal of national energy independence.
Before you sell your home, take a good look at how energy efficiency can play a role in your selling strategy. Or, if the sale of your home is not in the short term future, consider how these strategies can save money now and add value to your home when it does come time to sell.
