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Cork isn’t just for wine bottles anymore. This green material is, well, popping up all over the place, from wall coverings that are durable and soundproof to stylish flooring that’s easy on your feet. Plus, cork is naturally antimicrobial and insect-repellent, and it doesn’t absorb dust. Harvested from the bark of the cork oak, the material is eco-friendly and renewable. So, save a tree and look to cork the next time you’re considering what to do with that outdated parquet kitchen floor.

The optimal temperature of the water in your dishwasher should be 130 degrees F or higher. Any lower and it’s more difficult to remove grease and food. Lower temperatures can also result in spotting, filming and improper drying

This months joke:

Question:Why does Santa have 3 gardens?

Happy Holidays! It’s hard to believe that another year has flown by. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your business and allowing me to assist you with your real estate needs. I wish you and your family joy, love and laughter during the holidays!

Hazard Free Holiday Glow

When planning your holiday lighting decorations, keep these things in mind:
* Do not overload electrical outlets.
* Never run extension cords under rugs, across doorways, or over nails. This may cause the insulation to deteriorate, exposing a wire that can cause a fire or electrical shock.
* Check electrical cords for cracks, fraying, broken plugs and loose connections - if worn, replace immediately. Also, cords that become hot during use need to be replaced.
* If a fuse blows, try to find the cause before you replace it. Fuses are designed to protect against fires; if you use the wrong amperage, you lose this protection.

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Question:Should I fix it or replace it?

Answer: A recent issue of Consumer Reports offered a timeline to determine when to say “adios” to old appliances that aren’t operating properly. The magazine took into account age, typical repair and replacement costs, and improvements made in newer models.

Here are the ages when it’s more sensible to replace an appliance than to fix it:
• Six years: dishwashers, over-the-range microwaves, and top-freezer refrigerators
• Seven years: clothes dryers and top-loader washers
• Eight years: Bottom-freezer and side-by-side refrigerators, electric or gas ranges, electric wall ovens and front-loader washers

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Use This Moving Truck for FREE      

RE/MAX Town & Country Realty has a moving truck (pictured above) that our clients can use FREE for their local (inside the Metro-Orlando area) moves. When Risa helps you buy or sell a home, just let her know that you would like to use the RE/MAX Moving Truck. Then Ray, the Moving Truck Coordinator, will coordinate your reservation to use the truck for a 24 hour period and outline all of the details for the truck’s use. Tell Risa early on in your transaction that you’d like to use the truck to make sure that you can reserve the best time for your move! We’re glad to be able to offer this additional service to our clients. Risa Saltman wants to help make your moving process as smooth, enjoyable and efficient as possible.

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