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John and Diana Case
Strategies for today’s real estate market
To be successful in any market, you must be aware of the market conditions. We have a very limited inventory and a large number of buyers are trying to find a home. As a result, prices have been ac...
May 09, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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Homemade flowerpots are a charming and thoughtful way to tell mom she’s special every day of the year.<Br>Photo courtesy of Family Features
Homemade gifts for mom
For Mother’s Day, celebrate the nurturing nature of mom with a specially painted pot that holds her favorite herbs or flowers. The Chalkboard Herb Pot and Mommy’s Favorite Flower Pot projects from ...
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Garden of delight
Antioch Riverview Garden Club’s pick for Garden of the Month belongs to Danny Ochoa at 320 W. Fourth St. A manzanita vine climbs up the arbor and across the porch railing, adding beautiful color. ...
Nov 18, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
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This home, located on Malicoat Avenue, is available for purchase through the Oakley Redevelopment Agency. Bids will be accepted through Nov. 18.<br><i>Photo courtesy of the city of Oakley</i>
City agency puts Oakley house up for sale
A property at 538 Malicoat Avenue purchased by the Oakley Redevelopment Agency in 2006 is now up for sale. Open house showings will be held Saturday, Nov. 6 and Tuesday, Nov. 9. The agency purchase...
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Home of the Month
Homeowners take pride in the appearance of their yards for various reasons. Sometimes, that reason is competitive. Pete Haro and his brother are locked in just such a competition. Ironically, the d...
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The calm before the next storm
Before the next storm hits, remember that it’s cheaper to be proactive by making repairs ahead of time while the weather is good than resolve an emergency in the middle of a soaker. City of Oakley ...
Oct 28, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
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<i>Photo courtesy of Antioch Riverview Garden Club</i>
Glorious garden
This month’s special garden, chosen by the Antioch Riverview Garden Club, belongs to Bernie and Jill Szalaj. Their wonderful yard includes grapevines, lawn, a rose garden, several trees – even a pu...
Oct 26, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
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Gorgeous garden
The Antioch Riverview Garden Club will be highlighting a special garden each month in the Antioch Press. This month’s garden, located at 1707 C St., belongs to Catherine McGrath, who does a wonder...
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Flu shots recommended
The Centers for Disease Control is recommending that everyone 6 months and older get a flu shot this season, including the previously non-recommended age group of healthy, non-pregnant adults 18 to...
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Your home’s curb appeal makes a vital first impression on potential buyers. Owners who pay attention to curb appeal are more likely to get an offer on their home within a month of putting it on the market.<Br><i>Photo courtesy of ARA Content</i>
Advantages of a good first impression
Hundreds of houses are on the market in East County, so if its time to sell your house, how do you compete with nearly 1,200 other listings? The answer is simple: curb appeal. While location, loca...
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Commercial cleaning products are helpful, but don’t forget good old soap and water for many day-to-day housekeeping tasks.
How to clean your house like a pro
For some of us, housecleaning is about as appealing as a visit to the dentist or an IRS audit. But household grime doesn’t disappear on its own, and with a little preparation and the proper tools, ...
Sep 16, 2010 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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Home & Garden Guide
The Press' special edition for
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Curb appeal tips to transform your home
(BPT) - Sprucing up your home’s curb appeal brings new energy and life, not only to your property, but also to the entire neighborhood. It creates a welcoming and appealing environment, while also...
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Looking for a greener way to clean your pool?
(BPT) - There’s no better way to enjoy the summer than by lounging by the pool. Unfortunately, this backyard family oasis requires regular maintenance throughout the summer that can include expens...
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Get ready to enjoy your home's exterior beauty
(BPT) - It’s time to make your home’s exterior shine with some added summer curb appeal. You can quickly do the easy stuff – wash your windows, plant annuals, install pathway lights – to spruce th...
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Recycled plastics in the garden: It's all about the 'green'
Our lawns and gardens seem to be all about the “green.” We spend a lot of green on our lawns and gardens – nearly $30 billion a year. We grow a lot of greens – nearly a third of us grow food in ou...
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