The Hogue Group

Just as an overview let me say that this was my third year going to Family Reunion and the classes offered were over the top. The biggest item was eEdge which looks to be a wonderful program and I have a web site started with it. Check it out when you have a chance, http://www.louisvillekyhomefinder.com Not only that but I will have a more in-depth knowledge of using video for my listings and how to get their pages more often. I will be linking to several new movies over the next month so be sure to stop by and check them out.

Holly has started her new site as well and it is really looking good. The site is http://www.magneticzoo.com Hope you will stop by to see it.

Every once in a while you need to have something for a closing gift for a client. I found a possible solution that is not expensive and that can be personalized to each client. Both items are relatively inexpensive and can be turned around in only a few days. One of these are new address hand made cards each one is hand made and boxed in a package of 10 with envelopes for $25. See samples below.

New Home Address Announcement

Next are hand painted refrigerator magnets, Many styles are available from dogs and cats to giraffes, horses, and roosters. These hand made magnets are individually cut and then hand painted by a local artist. They are sold in specialty gift shops in Florida as well as directly from the artist on her web site, cardsbyholly.com. Cost for these are $20 each and can be custom engraved on the back with your personal note to your client or friend.

Here are some examples;

Many more styles are available and everyone of them are completely different. Each is a work of art to be enjoyed  for many years to come.

What is in your home is very important to keep track of. Not only for insurance purposes but also for being able to keep track of what you put in each room and potentially who gave it to you.

New insurances require you to have an inventory of the items you have if you are carrying replacement cost insurance. By taking inventory of your home, you can maximize your insurance benefits, facility theft recovery, aid to moving and storage, enhance your estate planning, and create peace of mind.

There are different approaches to making your list. You can write everything down in a notebook, for example. Or you can take pictures, writing information on the back of the photos or putting information on your computer. If you have a video camera, you can walk through your house filming and describing the contents at the same time. If you have a a personal computer, you can download free software that makes creating and keeping a home inventory easy at www.KnowYourStuff.org.

Keep receipts when they are available and note the cost for the item, when you bought it and information about the make and model.

Expensive items like jewelry and art work may need to be insured separately. Ask your insurance agent whether you need a floater for your homeowners policy.

A notebook listing inventory by item, description, when/where bought, make/model numberStore a copy of your inventory in a safe place outside of your home—with a friend or in a safe deposit box. (If your inventory is electronic, store it on a disk.) That way you’ll be sure to have something to give your insurance representative if your home is damaged. Also, whenever you make a significant purchase, remember to add the information to your inventory while the details are fresh in your mind.

Don’t forget as you receive more in your home to update your inventory.