[njgranny]

I'm not a stainless lover either. We had our kitchen remodeled with white cabinets and all-white appliances. I love the clean look, and can add plenty of color in other areas.

[graciegirl]

In our Ohio home we have black galaxy granite in our kitchen and in two of our bathrooms. We have stainless steel appliances including a built in refrigerator. It is like a HUGE wall of work that refrigerator. I am wiping it off all of the time and the double ovens and the microwave...... and the granite counter tops show every water spot and every finger print. You can't just wipe off the black granite, you have to use a brand spanking clean soapy cloth and wipe it off with equally a pristine cloth or it smears. LOTSA work!

It is truly a vacation to come to our Hadley house that has white appliances and no granite. I think it is just as pretty in it's own way and far less work!

[Peachie]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

In our Ohio home we have black galaxy granite in our kitchen and in two of our bathrooms. We have stainless steel appliances including a built in refrigerator. It is like a HUGE wall of work that refrigerator. I am wiping it off all of the time and the double ovens and the microwave...... and the granite counter tops show every water spot and every finger print. You can't just wipe off the black granite, you have to use a brand spanking clean soapy cloth and wipe it off with equally a pristine cloth or it smears. LOTSA work!

It is truly a vacation to come to our Hadley house that has white appliances and no granite. I think it is just as pretty in it's own way and far less work!

Gracie, that was our experience exactly. I think the problem may be magazines and programs are dictating what must be considered fashionable and in reality, it often feels like a cave and makes maintenance a pain.

[Peggy D]

Originally Posted by njgranny

I'm not a stainless lover either. We had our kitchen remodeled with white cabinets and all-white appliances. I love the clean look, and can add plenty of color in other areas.

NJ,

White applicances and white cabinets is just my style. Timeless.

And you're right, it is such a nice clean look.

Love it

[Peggy D]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

In our Ohio home we have black galaxy granite in our kitchen and in two of our bathrooms. We have stainless steel appliances including a built in refrigerator. It is like a HUGE wall of work that refrigerator. I am wiping it off all of the time and the double ovens and the microwave...... and the granite counter tops show every water spot and every finger print. You can't just wipe off the black granite, you have to use a brand spanking clean soapy cloth and wipe it off with equally a pristine cloth or it smears. LOTSA work!

It is truly a vacation to come to our Hadley house that has white appliances and no granite. I think it is just as pretty in it's own way and far less work!

GG,

I bet it is a nice look though.

[F16 1UB]

Hey Boomer how about throwing some of that "Karma" our way. We could sure use it. We're on our 3rd agent since May 08. 2nd company though. We like this one much better. He's familiar with the area and sends us weekly e-mail graphic reports (Pretty cool) and ensures that all signage in the area is visible and not missing. One thing different is that this agent did not have flyers on the sign. It's got our address.com for people to look on their computer. He's not into having open houses scheduled but waits until calls are received concerning the property. So far we're more satisfied with the attempts this agent has made compared to the previous. Did I mention that the previous agents were ones that were recommended from TV relo service? Didn't think so. Then again we're still trying to sell this place.

"Makes a nice gift."

[Pookirgirl]

Mac9... how do you get on the MLS without an agent? I had no idea this could be done. Gimme some info please! Thanx!

[Boomer]

Originally Posted by F16 1UB

Hey Boomer how about throwing some of that "Karma" our way. We could sure use it. We're on our 3rd agent since May 08. 2nd company though. We like this one much better. He's familiar with the area and sends us weekly e-mail graphic reports (Pretty cool) and ensures that all signage in the area is visible and not missing. One thing different is that this agent did not have flyers on the sign. It's got our address.com for people to look on their computer. He's not into having open houses scheduled but waits until calls are received concerning the property. So far we're more satisfied with the attempts this agent has made compared to the previous. Did I mention that the previous agents were ones that were recommended from TV relo service? Didn't think so. Then again we're still trying to sell this place.

"Makes a nice gift."

16,

I should not have looked in. Now, I am going to start talking about real estate again, and I need to just shut up about it. We went to a party last night where some of the conversation was about buying in -- guess where? --TV. So I am getting to be a real estate conversation glutton these days.

Back to you, 16.

This one may be totally off the wall because surely if this happened to be a good idea, one of those agents would have thought of it.

Anyway, has anybody marketed hot and heavy to the race car crowd there at the Kentucky Speedway? I know nothing about the sport of racing, but I know that racing is a serious business and there are those who immerse themselves in it. And I would have to assume that someone connected with one of the cars, an owner or driver, or whatever, might be interested in a beautiful place close by.

I realize that racing may be possibly be taking a hit for now, like everything else, but what better time to buy a gorgeous place, near the sport of one's dreams?

I may have mentioned this somewhere on here with you before, but I am not sure. I know I have given it a little thought for some reason.

I am not an agent. But if I were, I would be trying to figure out every way possible to get that advertising inside that racing crowd. Not only on the premises. But I would also be trying to find out how to buy an ad on a website or in a newsletter that targets the racers and fans who frequent Kentucky Speedway. And do they eat in any local restaurants that would allow some advertising?

Your place is beautiful and has so much to offer -- including 4 garages I see.

Just a suggestion, 16. My guess is that it has already been tried.

And as far as Open Houses go, in the old days those were considered something for the agent to do to meet people as potential clients and the agents usually had more to gain than the seller. But I don't know how that works now. Maybe Open Houses pay off better for sellers these days. I don't know.

But if your agent is not scheduling Open Houses, I would not be concerned about it. He would have one if you requested it I am sure. I have never bothered with an Open House when selling, but I did meet a great real estate agent while I was attending one. She later got to be our selling and buying agent.

16, you asked for good karma and all you got was unsolicited advice. But if I could send good karma, I sure would.

But actually, just picture me as looking like Lucy from "Peanuts" when she is standing in that little booth with the sign that says, "Advice 5 cents."

Now, for what it is worth, Boomer says, "Start your engines," and target the Kentucky Speedway crowd with marketing. (My guess is this has already been done. -- but maybe not. So just in case.)

All the best of luck.

Boomer, your neighbor up the road in Cincinnati

[F16 1UB]

Boomer,

Here's another little thingy soon to take place within 8 miles of our KY home. I was at this track in October prior to paving. The 1st coat of blacktop is down for curing over the winter. What great plans they have for this course. I've personally let the track owner know that I'm trying to get outa dodge. Nice place to store toys such as Lambos and Ferraries with the added garages. Oh yeah, and fast bikes too. Make a nice gift. LOL!!!

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