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When a loved one passes, liquidating the estate really can be easy and stress-free
The aftermath of a death often comes with burdens both emotional and practical. When people die without putting specific plans into place, things can get complicated— especially when a home filled with a lifetime of possessions is left behind. Attorney Christina Hronek, estate sale services professional Tony Ottaviano and real estate...
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Residents at The Village of St. Edward in Wadsworth are enjoying in-person visits with loved ones again
The power of a hug is like a ripple on water—far-reaching, pervasive, profound. Studies show hugs can release stress-relieving feel-good hormones, lower blood pressure and heart rate, improve mood, increase energy and even strengthen the immune system. When the doors were reopened for personal visits at The Village of St. Edward in...
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ABC Equipment Rental & Sales is helping local contractors get more work done in less time
The home improvement boom that began last year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic’s stay-at-home orders is showing no signs of slowing in 2021. A deep appreciation for enjoying our homes is now an entrenched, long-term trend, encouraging homeowners to shift resources from travel and recreation to home improvement. From new roofs and new...
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It’s a hot seller’s market, but is getting the highest price for your home the only factor to consider?
In such a hot seller’s real estate market right now, many homeowners are receiving multiple offers on their home. While that is a good thing, knowing how to negotiate the best deal is key. That is where an experienced real estate agent can help. “Taking the highest price offer is not always the best option,” says Kevin Wasie,...
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A Final Thought: Dear Father...
I enjoy genealogy and spend a good deal of time researching my family tree. Last month, I discovered a letter written by my great-great-great grandmother Nancy Lathan Rodgers in 1846 to her father Samuel Lathan. She was age 43 living near Columbus, Georgia, at the time and was recently widowed, while her father, age 82, was living in Union...
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