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Census Bureau data show that there are more homeowners in America now than at any time in history. The 2002 annual homeownership rate was 67.9 percent, up 0.1 percent from the previous record posted in 2001. In the fourth quarter of 2002, a new all-time national homeownership record was set at 68.3 percent, up 0.3 percent from both the third quarter of 2002 and the fourth quarter of 2001.

“Increasing homeownership, particularly among minorities, is a priority for the Bush Administration,” said HUD Secretary Mel Martinez. “The increase in new homeowners demonstrates that we are moving in the right direction toward reaching our goal of adding 5.5 million new homeowners by the end of the decade.

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July 4, 2003

Once a year, Americans come together to celebrate one of our highest common values. Freedom. This year the holiday is especially meaningful. Here are some ideas for celebrating the Fourth of July:

- Read The Declaration of Independence
- Send a Fourth of July greeting card to a friend
- Display the American Flag
- Learn some American history
- Enjoy the company of your family and friends
- Watch some fireworks, and have a barbecue

If you know of any friends, family, or customers looking to buy or sell a home, give them my name!

Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July!

This months joke:

Question: What do you call a duck who steals?

Answer: A robber ducky.

Question: Is it possible to get your home ready for sale quickly?

Yes, , but it’s so much easier when you have time to plan. Whether you own a small condo or mansion, a clean, uncluttered home will sell quickly and for a higher price. You can start cleaning now. Here are three things the family can do to get the home ready for sale well in advance:
Clean the garage. Open old latex paint cans and allow the paint to dry. Then just toss them in the trash. Take any hazardous materials to an approved disposal center. Sort through old clothes. Be ruthless! Have you worn something in the last 12 months? If not, donate it.
Pare down paper files. Keep essential business and personal records, but recycle duplicate copies and nonessential matter. These chores can easily take up a weekend, so it’s best to do them well in advance

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