Wanna buy a hot vacation condo at almost cost? If so – Miami could be your spot. The sexy night life, gorgeous beaches, and a direct flight from CLE!
The market has allegedly picked up in Miami. The city that is known for having a multitude of luxury high rise condos are selling like hot cakes! Buildings that once sat empty and had single tenants are now selling one condo per day. Rumor has it that they are not selling for approx $63.00/ SF!! Not bad. (2500 SF condo for $157,000 – you can't find luxury in Akron for that much – DO IT!)
Get in while the gettings good!!! For a more interesting story click here! HA
I love St Patty's day. There is the green beer, kegs and eggs, but mostly because it is they day when the Mr and I officially became a couple! It is 10 years today so how could I not talk about romance!!! WOO HOO St Patrick's Day's most famous symbol involving romance is the Blarney Stone – you gotta kiss it baby!!! 
Five miles north west of the small city of Cork is the village of Blarney. Near the village, standing almost 90 feet in height is the castle of Blarney with its world-famous Blarney Stone. More than 300,000 people come to kiss the Blarney Stone each year, in the hopes of gaining more eloquent speech.
Once upon a time, to kiss the Stone people were hung by their heels over the edge of the parapet. Apparently someone fell to their death so the kissing technique has been revamped, now you sit with your back towards the stone and then someone sits upon your legs or firmly holds your feet. Next, leaning far back and downward into the abyss while grasping the iron rails, you lower yourself until your head is even with the stone to be kissed. Sounds complicated.
For more details about the Blarney Stone, click here.
I will admit, you will never catch me kissing the Blarney Stone, it is reported to be the GERMIEST site in the WORLD!!! NASTY!!!!!!
What is better than watching the Academy Awards!!! All the glamour, glitz, and of course the seduction of the red carpet!!! As I was watching the awards, two thoughts hit me; 1. I hated most of the "fashion" I saw (HORRIBLE) and 2. I have never thought about where the awards are actually held. I knew of the Kodak Theatre but didn't know much about it. So – this morning – I did a little research and BAM – here is the scoop!
According Wikipedia (always a reliable source): "The first awards were presented on May 16, 1929, at a private brunch at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel with an audience of about 270 people. Since the first year, the awards have been publicly broadcast, at first by radio then by TV after 1953. During the first decade, the results were given to newspapers for publication at 11 p.m. on the night of the awards. This method was used until the Los Angeles Times announced the winners before the ceremony began; as a result, the Academy has used a sealed envelope to reveal the name of the winners since 1941. Since 2002, the awards have been broadcast from the Kodak Theatre."
The theatre has approx 3,200 seats, it cost $94 million dollars to build and was opened in 2001. The Kodak Theatre has a neat history, click here for the full profile.
We are just about to put our condo back on the market – not one offer!!! WTF! So – as we and maybe you prepare to sell our home here are 10 quick fixes to help move your property!!
1. Declutter and customize your shelving.!!! Take anything that doesn't have to be in the room OUT!!! Box it up and move it to a shelf or somewhere out of plain sight. (Don't clutter your closets either though!!)
2. Paint – make sure that your home colors are neutral. Paint is easy and inexpensive.
3. Mow your lawn – if you have one!!! Make sure your outdoor space looks neat and well kept.
4. Replace your drawer pulls. They might look old and something simple could spruce up your space.
5. Switch cover plates – nothing looks more in your face than a broken or mis matching cover plate. They are cheap and easy!
6. Regrout your tile. If the color of your grout is black or grayish and it use to be WHITE – mold and dirty shower are not the way to move your house. Clean Clean Clean it up yo!
7. Replace your showerhead. If it is built up with calcium deposits and the water pressure stinks – it looks nasty. Fix fix fix 8. Replace the backsplash in your kitchen. It is fast and easy and will add glamour and a finish to your kitchen.
9. Replace your baseboards. Nothing says "nice house" like the baseboards lying on the floor. You would be amazed at how many FB I have seen half off. It looks sloppy!!
10. Replace your doorknocker. Your front door is typically the first impression into your home. Make it NICE!
Oy – March 1st we are back on the market – hopefully our home moves and so does yours!!!
What does it say when Kmart is closing!!!!!!!!!!!
Kmart is closing 5 more stores in Ohio. They officially notified their people Feb 11th that they have until May to find a new place of employment. As they say in Greek, hold onto your vraki (drawers) because things are going to get a whole lot worse!!
For the full story click here.
by Tia on February 16, 2010
in Rumors
It seems there is a Greek Restaurant suppose to open it doors, in Fairlawn plaza, and provide us with delicious gyros!
Here's to hoping!!!
April 30th baby!
The springtime spurt in home buying may hit before the snow melts this year as buyers scramble to meet an April 30 tax credit deadline.
The spring buying season typically takes off in March and runs through May. But buyers who want to claim this year's tax credit — up to $8,000 for first-time buyers and up to $6,500 for repeat buyers — must have signed purchase contracts by April 30. And they have to complete the deal by June 30.
I believe the government will extend the deadline but one never knows. If you have your eye set on a house – now would be the time!!!
Oh happy day! Valentines Day was lovely. This weekend, the Mr. & I went to the Chowder House to celebrate our love. In our household, nothing is more romantic than good food in a fun atmosphere. The experience was so fun and the food was so good I had to write about it!
The Chowder House is where Jimmy's Cafe use to be. The restaurant sits at the corner of Chestnut and State Road in Cuyahoga Falls. It is small, the CH seats a total of 44 people and their kitchen is TINY but the food leaves a big taste. There is nothing lacking on their menu. You are also able to bring wine and pay a simple $5.00 corking fee. The company is always fun – you never know who you are going to see! I ran into Docs, Judges, and one of my bosses!!! OY Try is ASAP – I know the Mr. and I will be regulars. The only thing to remember when you go is that it is a CASH/ Check ONLY establishment!
For the full menu and restaurant website click here!
Know that I love to love you but also remember that I will love your real estate even more!!!
Have a Happy Valentine's Day.
Love Cupid
Since we are approaching Valentine's day, I need to dedicate this to my Latin men!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!!! To clean any confusion – I am the blonde!!! (HA – In my dreams – this is a photo shoot of Madonna and her Model BF Jesus) But – Latin men tend to be more sensual, HOT, and ridic. Not that my Greek men are not fine but I'm sorry guys – my Latin brothers are where its at! With that being said – I have been watching Madonna and baby Jesus at Carnival in Sao Paulo. Oh my!! I would LOVE to be at Carnival once in my life, and while I am confident it will happen, I am positive it will not be with baby Jesus!! BOO (Not the model anyway)
So – I started looking at properties in Brazil, Sao Paulo to be exact. My Sotheby's guide helped me find my place. This place is not the usual train wreck I like to feature. I just found the place confusing. (See floor plan) It looks nice but I am not sure about its $1.5 Mil price tag. Decided for yourself:
Basic Overview: Approx 3,900 SF, 4 Bedrooms, two maids rooms, and no mention of bathrooms, but there is a gorg pool!
Description by broker: Neoclassical condominium located only 100mts away from Paulista Avenue. Architecture signed by Itamar Berezin and landscape project by Gilberto Elkis. 367sq.m. (3,950sq.ft.) apartment with 4 bedroom suites. Master bedroom with his/her baths and closets. Spacious living room, dining room and large terrace. 2 maids’ rooms and 5 parking spaces. Entertainment amenities: banquet hall, fitness, sauna and swimming pool.
For the full description or if you would like to buy: Click here!
