On October 14, 2009, Wellington Parks & Recreation Department received national accreditation from the commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA), becoming one of only eighty-eight agencies in the country and nine cities in the State of Florida currently holding national accreditation. This distinguished accomplishment was announced in Salt Lake City, Utah at the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) 2009 Congress and Exposition.
Want to live in a particular neighborhood or school district? Chances are there are a handful of agents who specialize in the area. Know who they are and try to work with one of them. A good local agent means the difference between getting your offer accepted in a competitive market and spending months unsuccessfully writing offers. Good agents like to work with agents they know. A good listing agent wants to be certain, for the sake of his seller clients, that a deal will go through. One way they can provide this certainty is to steer their client toward a buyer whose agent is well-known, well respected and can get the deal done. Work with someone from outside the area or unfamiliar with local customs and your search could drag on for months.
When choosing outdoor furniture for a garden room, outdoor kitchen or multi-level deck, some consumers prefer quality tables, chairs and assorted pieces that become an investment to protect. Quality furniture in good condition with good bracing can be refurbished at a substantial savings over replacing it, while less-costly furniture may be refurbished to avoid adding to the growing waste stream. In either case, the best way to keep outdoor furniture looking its best is regular maintenance. Outdoor furniture comes in many materials, from exotic woods to metals to recycled high-density polyethylene to plastic, so check the guide that accompanied your purchase for how to care for your specific product. Most importantly, keep it clean and immediately wipe up spills or deposits.
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Given an improving economy, more confidence and the prospect of higher mortgage rates, many homeowners are gearing up to list their homes in what is expected to be a very busy and competitive selling season. As you spruce up your home to make it warm and welcoming, you must begin by cleaning and eliminating clutter. Buyers need to imagine that they are already living there, and things like family photos, religious decor, kitschy memorabilia and other knick knacks, make it all the more difficult. You should be making minor repairs. Little things, like a leaky faucet or chipped paint on a baseboard, can suggest to buyers that you might not be maintaining the house in other ways, too.
You didn’t smoke in your bedroom? Chances are smoke got in there anyway. Tobacco smoke can easily circulate through your home’s ventilation system. If you live in an apartment building or condo, it’s possible tobacco smells from other tenants’ units can travel through central ventilation systems, pipe shafts or cracks in the walls until — bam — your place smells like smoke.
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Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will honor all veterans with a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26th. Veterans are invited to walk in a Memorial Day Parade beginning at 8:15 am at the Wellington Community Center located at 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard. The parade ends at Wellington’s Veterans Memorial located on the corner of Forest Hill Boulevard and South Shore Boulevard and will be followed at 8:30 am by the Memorial Day Ceremony.
Head over to Barnes and Noble in Wellington, FL every Saturday at 11:00 am in our Children’s Department and discover the great books that we offer. Visit Ms. Rachel as she tells some of her favorite stories through regular books and our newest HD NOOK.
Aside from not holding late-night band practice in your garage, knowing the location of your property lines is one of the best ways to avoid disputes with your neighbors. Property lines are the defined points where one owner’s land ends and the neighboring property begins. A property owner Picket uses boundary lines to determine where to legally place features such as fences, pools, garages or driveways. Erecting a structure on or partially on another person’s property can lead to disputes and, often, lawsuits.
The re-emergence of the real estate market includes the rise of home values in many areas. In some places home values have doubled or tripled their former value. This circumstance leaves many homeowners wondering if the increased value of their home also requires an increase in insurance coverage. This article explains the process of home values and home owners insurance. In some cases one does affect the other. Learn why you should keep records of your home's value and pay close attention to your home owner's insurance.
Real estate prices focus on demand. The more demand there is for a house, the more a seller can ask to be paid. Demand depends on a number of factors and can change over time. An example: Location is one of the most important factors in real estate. If a home is in a trendy neighborhood, a great school district or near desirable shopping or entertainment venues, its market value could be greater than that of a house in another location. On the other hand, neighborhoods can fall off “popular” lists, school districts can be redrawn, and stores and theaters can close. That same house likely wouldn’t sell for nearly as much. Most recently, home values have increased in many parts of the country as the real estate market heated back up after the recession. As more buyers enter the market, sellers can demand higher prices.
As real estate markets continue to recover around the country, buyers are out in full force. Many of today’s buyers make judgments about homes within moments of seeing a listing online. They are also more cautious than before the housing crisis. They want to make sure they’re buying the best house and for the best amount of money. For sellers, that means giving buyers what they want. Though it’s a home first and foremost, it’s also an investment. If you’re planning to put your house on the market, here are ten ways you might be turning off potential buyers.
Wellington is the epicenter of all things equine. World-class polo and equestrian competitions combine for a matchless social scene. And great shopping and nearby events like South Florida Fair and Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction make for fun times for all. Horsing around in Wellington is great fun – check back often to learn more.
The Village of Wellington is located in the western-most part of The Palm Beaches, sharing a southwestern boundary with the Florida Everglades. It balances a unique hometown, family atmosphere with an attractive natural environment and recreational, cultural, and educational activities with facilities for all ages. Wellington, one of the most successfully crafted communities in Palm Beach County, has become the premier South Florida community known for its abundant parks, quality schools, atrractive neighborhoods and equestrian interests.
Wellington is world-famous for Equestrian and Polo events. In addition, it is one of the top Polo destinations in the world attracting the world's most accomplished Polo players.The Village of Wellington is home to the International Polo Club Palm Beach and the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.
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Follow these 22 seasonal grass care tips to ensure your lawn looks healthy and green spring, summer, winter and fall.Spring Spring is the season when a lawn really needs some tender loving care as temperatures rise and the grass starts to grow, increasing its reliance on water and fertilizer. Early spring is a good time for laying turf because the risk of frost is lower, making the soil more workable. Spring is also the ideal time for sowing seed as the soil warms up and rainy days speed germination.
Give a boring, old dresser a playful new style with colorful chalkboard paint.Moving to your dream home is usually accompanied with a complete overhaul of decor and furniture. The ideal approach is to purchase completely new items and build your design theme around those pieces. This fun DIY article takes a different approach by marrying the old with the new. Try incorporating your most cherished pieces from your former home. Re-purpose them; adding character to your new home and creating a unique balance of decor.
Materials Needed: dresser, water-based primer, chalkboard paint (tinted to the color of your choice), paintbrush, extra-fine sanding pad, tack cloth, chalk, towel and drop cloth.
3 Myths about Independent Living
Myth- Living in a retirement community or senior apartment means losing independence.
Reality- You'll have your own space without the hassles. You’ll also maintain your privacy and independence. You can furnish your apartment with your own furniture and personal items and decide how you wish to spend your days and with whom. The doors to your apartment lock and are controlled by you. You should feel at home and absolutely secure in your environment.
Myth- Moving away from my family means no one will be around to help when needed.
Reality- Most independent living facilities have built-in safety and security measures along with 24-hour staff, designed to reduce the worry that often comes from living alone. Features are in place to respond quickly in the event that you need someone to help you.
Myth- Moving to independent living means saying goodbye to hobbies such as gardening.
Reality- Life at an independent living facility usually means that seniors are more active than they were living alone. Many facilities have gardening programs for residents in addition to fitness programs, bingo, cards, and book clubs. Studies have shown that people who are active and engaged are healthier and happier. Extensive activity programs give all residents options and choices tailored to their specific needs, desires, and lifestyle. They can also reduce the isolation felt when living alone.
Living in one of the Active Adult, 55+ communities in Boynton Beach isn't about getting older, it's about having the time of your life! Imagine having the time to do whatever you please and the friends to share it with...it's up to you how busy you want to be...GL Homes developed the Valencia series offering 8 different communities in Palm Beach county...they keep raising the bar with elaborate Resort Style Clubhouses and all the amenities of any fine Country Club, without paying an equity...take up tennis or golf, whatever you want, these communities have what you need.
Providers offer a number of discounts. One of the most lucrative is the home/auto bundle. You can save up to 20 percent on your premiums simply by purchasing your home and car insurance from the same provider. You also can score price breaks of 10 percent or more for having a monitored home security system. Many providers give discounts if no one in the home smokes; that’s because it lowers the fire risk. Discounts vary widely by provider, so find out whether you’re receiving every price break available.
