James Helms/REALTOR-CDPE
Sunday, December 25, 2011
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Check Your Storm Shutter Hardware
We are now in the peak of Hurricane season, and we just missed a close one. Being a "true" native Floridian, I begin preparing before the season starts. However, being a new homeowner as well, there's one thing I forgot to check on this year that would've cost me valuable time had I not thought about it a few days ago. I remembered just in time to check all of the storm shutter bolts, anchors, rubber washers, and keyhole washers. Man, was I glad I did.
I've included a photo of stripped out bolts I found in the shutter anchors. I also found a few missing shutter anchors as well as two that slipped out of the wall.
Check this right now!
You can find all of the shutter hardware at Lowes or Home Depot. Also, when you're checking the storm shutter hardware, apply a little white lithium grease to the bolts so they don't bind-up inside the shutter anchor.
Get yourself prepared and be safe!
James Helms
I've included a photo of stripped out bolts I found in the shutter anchors. I also found a few missing shutter anchors as well as two that slipped out of the wall.
Check this right now!
You can find all of the shutter hardware at Lowes or Home Depot. Also, when you're checking the storm shutter hardware, apply a little white lithium grease to the bolts so they don't bind-up inside the shutter anchor.
Get yourself prepared and be safe!
James Helms
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
How to Negotiate the Salary You Deserve
It's a hirer's market, but when it comes to salary negotiation, too often people sell themselves short simply because they don't know how to tackle the compensation...... read more here!Related articles
Turning Foreclosed Homes Into Rentals | Feds To Play Landlord
Image via WikipediaLast night I was reading a recent WSJ article regarding foreclosed properties. As I continued to read, I became more concerned about the role our Federal government is playing in the current housing situation. In a nutshell, the article in the WSJ states that the Feds want to allow groups of investors to purchase the glut of empty foreclosed homes and convert them to rental properties.
The Feds then want the investors to use property management companies to manage them.
Isn't this just outsourcing what the Federal government has been doing with HUD? Has that really worked?
How many of you think this is a good idea?
Read the full article here. Feds To Play Landlord
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Five Tax Breaks Every Homeowner Should Know About
My colleague at PNC Bank, Miguel Muniz, has published some valuable information on his blog about tax breaks for homeowners. Take a look at the article and learn how to keep your money... Five Tax Breaks!
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Money for Struggling Homeowners | Emergency Homeowners Loan Program
Free Money for Homeowners | Doesn't have to be repaidA new program introduced by the Federal Government is giving some struggling homeowners money to get caught up on their home mortgages.
It's called the Emergency Homeowners Loan Program. The kicker is, for some homeowners, it doesn't have to be repaid. This could be a lifesaver for you and your family.
Click on the link to read more.
Free Money!
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Cash for a Short Sale | Florida lenders give incentives for doing a short sale
Are you one of many Floridians who are holding on to a home that has become a toxic asset? If so, this article may bring you some welcome news. Two big lenders in Florida are giving homeowners that are in foreclosure cash to do a short sale. Read the article...Cash For Short Sales
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Buying a Home After Foreclosure | How long is the wait?
How long is the wait to buy again after a foreclosure?Read this article for the answer... The Waiting Game
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Staying without paying | Stuck in Foreclosure Limbo
The link below will take you to a very interesting article produced by CNN Money about homeowners who are still living in their homes after several years of not paying on their mortgage.Foreclosure limbo | Staying without paying
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Gifting Real Estate | The Pros and Cons
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| Florida Lifestyle Homes |
The link below will provide you with some great information on why you should, OR, why you shouldn't gift Real Estate.
Gifting Real Estate
Please leave your comments below. We'd love to hear from you.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Prime Time for Real Estate Investing | Top 10 Locations for Real Estate Investors
There's never been a better time to invest in Real Estate. Prices are the lowest they've ever been. Mortgage rates are at historic lows.The link below shows the prime locations for best values in Real Estate investing.
Real Estate Investing | Top 10 Locations
Please share your thoughts with us. We'd love to hear from you.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Florida Home Loan Advice | Florida Home Loans and Living in South Florida
One of my colleagues has started a new blog. His name is Steve Bilbo, and the name of his blog is Florida Home Loan Advice. Steve is a Florida home lending expert, and he is one of the best in the industry when it comes to Florida home loan and mortgage advice. To find Steve's blog, just click here!
Sunday, April 24, 2011
St. Rita Catholic Church | Easter Sunday
Easter mass at St. Rita Catholic Church in Wellington, Florida.
Kinda speaks for itself doesn't it? Happy Easter everyone!
Kinda speaks for itself doesn't it? Happy Easter everyone!
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Scuba Diving | Blue Heron Bridge
It's a beautiful Saturday to be scuba diving at the Blue Heron Bridge in West Palm Beach. There must be a hundred divers out here today. We also had the pleasure of meeting photojournalist Suzan Meldonian, author of the book "Under The Bridge | The Creatures of a Costal Inlet".
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
The Norton Museum of Art | Art After Dark | Altered States Exhibition
The Norton Museum of Art is presenting the Altered States exhibition during their Art After Dark program. Visit the Art After Dark web page for more info.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Polo match at International Polo Club Palm Beach | Wellington Florida
James Helms, Realtor, The Keyes Company, 561-247-1405
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Suénalo | The Bamboo Room in Lake Worth
My wife and I went to the Bamboo Room last night in Lake Worth to see the Afro-Cuban, hip-hop, R&B, Latin, funk, and unmistakably Miami band called Suénalo. If you ever get the chance to see them live, you gotta go! This band is excellent to see live!
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| The Bamboo Room |
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| Suénalo |
Friday, April 1, 2011
Pork Mofongo at Puerto Cabana | West Palm Beach
My wife and I had lunch today at a Puerto Rican/Cuban cafe called Puerto Cabana located on the northwest corner of Okeechobee and Haverhill. Just a few doors down from Guitar Center. We had the Sopa de Pollo (Cuban style chicken soup) and Pork Mofongo (a Puerto Rican dish of mashed plantains with garlic, olive oil, and pork cracklings). Great food!
James Helms, Realtor, The Keyes Company, 561-247-1405
James Helms, Realtor, The Keyes Company, 561-247-1405
Thursday, March 3, 2011
2011 Honda Classic | PGA National Resort and Spa
Image by Getty Images via @daylifeThe Honda Classic begins today at the PGA National Resort and Spa's Champions Course. Click here for more...
Home Buyer Checklist | 6 MUST do's before buying a home
This is an excellent checklist for all first-time homebuyers as well as experienced home buyers.
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