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It goes without saying that times are weird. Here at the At Home in Bloomington podcast, we are, like everyone else, trying to navigate our way and do the right things. We are not currently recording full podcasts as our preference is to record face to face (we are going to try out some Zoom recording, though!). We have a few episodes previously recorded that are already in the can that we are going to drop. And here is one. This is one we all need and even though you can't go in person right now, there are options for online practice. The Kadampa Meditation Center is for everyone, bringing you ways to breath in the light and breath out the dark smoke. Sounds pretty good right about now, doesn't it? Please join us on this episode for a chat with Kelsang Gen Tsoglam, a Buddhist nun from the Kadampa Meditation Center, for some calming inspiration and a short meditation session! We throw back to Episode 5, Bloomington Salt Cave. No better place in Bloomington to do some meditation! Then check out some top hints from REAL Real Estate Today podcast episode 43, which featured Cheryl Smith of Consider it Done. A few simple, no cost ways to prepare your home for sale can go a long way to maximizing your price. Show Links:https://www.facebook.com/meditationinbloomington/https://www.meditationinbloomington.org/https://realrealestatetoday.com/episode-5-the-salt-cave/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #43 :https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-43 or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/15X0l4cfJug
We are not the only podcast game in town. We love to share and support other local podcasts. That’s what we are doing on this episode of At Home in Bloomington. And it comes with such an interesting twist. I Flashback to Never is a scripted podcast (which means the complete opposite of what we do since we have no script and barely any notes! We just wing it!) Flashback to never is a radio show about radio. And music. And Bloomington in the 1960’s. But an alternate history telling of a world without Elvis. Confused? Don’t be. Listen to this episode of At Home in Bloomington for a full understanding of what the show is about, but also inspiration for the hard-working crew of David Allen, Brian Johnson, and many, many other super talented people that put this show together. This is yet another episode of people living their passion and working hard to fulfill their dreams.Also, we throw back to At Home in Bloomington Episode 31, Jill's House. We love the connection that Jill's House has made to music helping those dementia and Alzheimer's. We think listening to Flashback To Never might be a highlight for many of these patients! And in our REAL-List segment, we kept the theme of homesteading by flashing back to our REAL Real Estate Today show with Jill and Scott Stowers, the owners of The Wood Frog. We talk about how you can start homesteading, where you are with what you have, even if it's not a large piece of land. Show Links:https://www.facebook.com/Flashback2Never/https://www.instagram.com/flashback2never/https://www.flashback2never.com/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #88: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-88 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2tNkhCGsMEThrowback to Episode 31 Jill's House: Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/episode-31-jills-house Or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/vm429mdx7-g
A lot of us dream of a simpler life, right? We love tiny houses, that crazy Marie Kondo chick and the Container Store. But where do we start? Cheryl Smith of Consider it Done Transition Services joins us for a motivating chat about why we hang on to things we don't need and what to do about it. She shares great tips about organizing, moving, and many of life's other transitions and is a big advocate of decluttering NOW rather than waiting for your next move. Have grandma's china? Put it into use and enjoy it! Have too many small knickknacks? Create a beautiful shadow box to display in your home! Cheryl's approach to managing your stuff is a refreshing change from the cold Kondo method. Hear how she assists her clients with a gentle and supportive approach and maybe, just maybe you'll be inspired to dig into that junk drawer once and for all!In our Facebook Follow segment, follow the Purdue Extension - Monroe County. The extension office is a wealth of incredible resources for maintaining your home and health and most of it is free! Take advantage! And in our REAL-List segment, can't get enough of our guest, Cheryl Smith? Then check out some top hints from REAL Real Estate Today podcast episode 43, which also featured Cheryl. A few simple, no cost ways to prepare your home for sale can go a long way to maximizing your price. Links:https://www.facebook.com/cidlifestylemanagement/https://consideritdonein.comhttps://www.instagram.com/consideritdonetransitions/https://www.facebook.com/PurdueExtensionMonroeCounty/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #43 :https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-43 or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/15X0l4cfJug
Have you ever seen the name "Purdue Extension" on the sign by the recycling center on South Walnut and wondered why our rivals were infiltrating our town? Why is Purdue extending down inti Bloomington? Secret plot to take over? We decided to investigate and what we discovered was an impressive bounty of free and low cost resources that every citizen could and should take advantage of (without having to pledge any allegiance to our black and gold friends to the North). I mean, the list of help the Monroe county office of the Purdue Extension can provide is so long, we barely made a dent in it during the show. If you don't know what the Extension does, here's where you should start! Going as far back as the 1800’s, Extension offices have played a key role in American life. Rural communities utilized them to help with everything from crop production to addressing war-related farm labor shortages at harvest time. Jump forward 100 years and Extension offices now assist communities with everything from food and nutrition classes to a citizen’s academy, where regular folks can get a clear understanding of how their county government works! Join us as we talk with Courtney Stewart, Health Educator with Purdue Extension in Monroe County, to learn more about the history of Extension and how it can be of use to you!In our Facebook Follow segment we encourage listeners to follow The Wood Frog, a modern homestead located in Brown County. Get inspired to make your own cheese, can and preserve foods, raise chickens, wood work and more. And be alerted to Homestead tours, too! And in our REAL-List segment, we kept the theme of homesteading by flashing back to our REAL Real Estate Today show with Jill and Scott Stowers, the owners of The Wood Frog. We talk about how you can start homesteading, where you are with what you have, even if it's not a large piece of land. Show Linkshttps://extension.purdue.edu/Monroe/https://www.facebook.com/PurdueExtension/https://twitter.com/PurdueExtensionhttps://www.youtube.com/user/PUExtensionhttps://woodfrogfarm.com/https://www.facebook.com/thewoodfrog/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #88: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-88 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2tNkhCGsME
We had so much fun last week with Laura of "Your Life in Full Color," we decided to have her back on the show. Deb & Karan will pose their design dilemma questions and we'll continue to explore the big, wide world of color in the home! Join us for another dose of REAL real estate advice! As a much sought after color and home style expert specializing in interior and exterior finishes, Laura works both locally and virtually. With 25+ years of experience working in color and design you can rest assured that your project will receive top notch hands on knowledge, originality, and a savvy color eye. Laura creates every custom finish color palette with careful attention to detail so that it's as fresh and unique as each builder, business owner, and home owner.
Anyone who's ever chosen paint colors knows it can be a bottomless pit of options. Beige isn't just beige. There are over 50 variations of that color to choose from, but how do you know which is the right one for you? Enter Laura Brzegowy of "Your Life in Full Color." Laura's mission is to help people fully understand how important “getting color right” is to the way we feel in our homes and work spaces. On this episode of REAL Real Estate Today, we chat with Laura and learn why it's not "just a paint color." She'll share tried and true tips for finding the perfect colors that work perfectly in your space to create a color palette unique to you, and your home. As a much sought after color and home style expert specializing in interior and exterior finishes, Laura works both locally and virtually. With 25+ years of experience working in color and design you can rest assured that your project will receive top notch hands on knowledge, originality, and a savvy color eye. Laura creates every custom finish color palette with careful attention to detail so that it's as fresh and unique as each builder, business owner, and home owner.
What's it like being a Realtor? Learn about the ups and downs, the pros and cons, and the best reasons to be one on this episode of REAL Real Estate Today. If you've considered it as a career, wondered why in the world someone would choose to be one or are just curious as to when Realtors have time to sleep and eat, this episode is for you. Join us for your weekly dose of REAL real estate advice! http://realrealestatetoday.com
Episode Description On this episode of REAL Real Estate Today, we'll be discussing current events and looking ahead to 2018 at how the tax reform could impact homeowners, what interest rates and the housing market might look like next year and of course, our predictions for HGTV in a world without Fixer Upper! Join us for your weekly dose of REAL real estate! After graduating from I.U. Bloomington with a B.S. in Education, Karan unexpectedly began her career in the financial industry in 1994 with The People’s State Bank, later making the move to Monroe Bank. During her 14½ years with Monroe Bank she served in many capacities ranging from Loan Operations to Consumer Underwriting to Compliance, but finally found her true passion as a mortgage originator. She's an active member of the Indiana Mortgage Bankers Association and served as Chapter Chair for the South Central Chapter of the Indiana Mortgage Bankers Association. Karan also serves on the Family Selection Committee of the Monroe County Habitat for Humanity and is an affiliate member of the Bloomington Board of Realtors, she volunteers each year with the annual toy drive. She resides in Bloomington with her husband.
In a new recurring theme called House-Stories, we're chatting with home owners about their home buying/selling process, what went well, what went wrong, and what we can all learn from each other. This week we're talking with Bloomington resident and local business owner, Jaimie Schwartzman, about her House-Story. It's your weekly dose of REAL real estate advice! Jaimie Schwartzman grew up in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Graduating with honors from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1999 with a degree in Physical & Health Education, she aspired to teach elementary school and coach volleyball. Moving to Bloomington in 2000, Jaimie began substitute teaching and coaching volleyball. While searching for a full-time teaching position, she got a part-time job in 2001 at BuffaLouie's. Quickly recognizing Jaimie's work ethic, ambition toward excellence, and affable professional presence, the owners of BuffaLouie's made her the managing partner in 2006. Five years later, she and her husband became the owner of one of the most iconic eateries in southern Indiana! Jaimie and her husband, Ed, married in 2009, are dedicated to BuffaLouie's as their family venture. Their daughter, Avery, and son Elliot are often around to greet guests. Jaimie has embraced Bloomington, actively giving her time and resources to the community that has blessed her and her family.
Join licensed Realtor Deb Tomaro as she welcomes back Brittany Libbert from Greene County Regional Title for an episode on the closing process. Deb and Brittany will run through a closing in real time, so you'll know what to expect when it's YOUR turn to close on a new home! ABOUT BRITTANY: Brittany Libbert grew up in Evansville and graduated from the University of Southern Indiana with a degree in Sociology. She relocated to Bloomfield 2 years ago to work for Greene County Title Company.
It's time to visit the topic of inspections! An inspection can be a terrifying and intimidating process, but it doesn't have to be. This week on REAL Real Estate Today, we'll talk about the top 10 things Deb sees on inspection reports, How a buyer should approach an inspection and how a seller should prepare and handle an inspection response. We will also uncover public enemy number one for a house. Demand to understand the home inspection process with Deb Tomaro!